Wedding library
Planning and timeline
Where to start, what to book first, how long it takes and how to keep planning calm.
Getting started
The first steps after the proposal, in the right order.
Guide · Getting startedHow to Start Planning a Wedding: First Steps in OrderThis guide walks you through the first steps of planning a wedding in the UK, from the proposal to setting a date, giving notice, and build…Guide · Getting startedHow Far in Advance Should You Start Planning a Wedding?This guide helps you decide how far in advance to start planning your UK wedding, from 18 months to a few weeks, with practical advice on n…Guide · Getting startedHow to Plan a Wedding on a Budget: Smart First MovesThis guide helps you plan a UK wedding on a budget by making smart first moves: setting priorities, building a realistic guest list, and ch…
- What is the first thing you should do to plan a wedding?
- Where to start on wedding planning?
- Can you just walk into a registry office and get married?
- How to get organized for wedding planning?
- What is the quickest way to get married in the UK?
- How can I make my wedding unique?
Timeline and checklist
What to do 12 months, 6 months, 1 month and 1 week before.
Guide · Timeline and checklistWedding Planning Timeline UK: Month by Month ChecklistThis guide gives you a complete month by month wedding planning timeline for the UK, covering every booking stage from venue to favours, wi…Guide · Timeline and checklistWhat to Do 1 Month Before Your Wedding: Final ChecklistThis guide covers the final 30 days before your wedding, from legal notice checks and seating plans to payments and the week before tasks. …Guide · Timeline and checklistHow Far in Advance to Book Wedding Suppliers: UK GuideThis guide explains how far in advance to book your wedding suppliers in the UK, with a clear priority order so you can plan with confidenc…
- What is the ultimate checklist for planning a wedding in the UK?
- What should I be doing 1 week before my wedding?
- What is a typical timeline for wedding planning?
- What are common wedding planning mistakes?
- How long is a good time to plan a wedding?
- When should you order the wedding cake?
Choosing a date
Seasons, weekdays, bank holidays and dates that clash.
Guide · Choosing a dateThe Complete Guide to Choosing Your UK Wedding DateThis guide helps you choose your UK wedding date by weighing seasons, months, weekdays, bank holidays, and legal timing. It gives you pract…Guide · Choosing a dateWeekday Weddings: Pros, Cons and Costs in the UKThis guide covers the practicalities of holding a weekday wedding in the UK, including etiquette, availability, and cost considerations. It…Guide · Choosing a dateBest and Cheapest Months to Get Married in the UKThis guide compares the most popular and the most budget-friendly months to marry in the UK, including January, December, and bank holiday …
- What is the rarest month to get married?
- What is the most popular month to get married in the UK?
- What is the most expensive day to have a wedding?
- What is the luckiest date to get married?
- Which month is not good for a wedding?
- What is the cheapest month to marry?
Engagement
Proposals, rings, announcements and how long to be engaged.
Guide · EngagementHow Long Should an Engagement Last? A UK GuideThis guide covers typical engagement lengths across the UK, including religious and cultural considerations, and helps you choose a timelin…Guide · EngagementEngagement Party Planning: Who, When, and HowThis guide covers who can host an engagement party, when to hold it, who to invite, what to wear, whether gifts are needed, and the etiquet…Guide · EngagementHow to Announce Your Engagement: Family, Friends, and Social MediaThis guide covers practical ways to announce your engagement, from telling close family and friends first to sharing on social media and co…
- How long does an engagement party last?
- What is the purpose of the engagement party?
- Do you throw yourself an engagement party?
- What is etiquette for an engagement party?
- How long are normal engagements?
- Is being engaged for 3 years too long?
Bridesmaids, best man and ushers
Choosing your wedding party and what each person does.
Guide · Bridesmaids, best man and ushersHow Many Bridesmaids Should You Have? A UK GuideThis guide covers how many bridesmaids to choose for your UK wedding, from small ceremonies to large celebrations, with practical advice on…Guide · Bridesmaids, best man and ushersBest Man Duties in the UK: Before and On the DayThis guide details every best man duty in the UK, from planning the stag do and keeping the rings to writing and delivering the speech, plu…Guide · Bridesmaids, best man and ushersMaid of Honour Duties and Usher Roles ExplainedThis guide covers the full maid of honour job list and the specific tasks ushers take on, from the engagement to the wedding day. It also e…
- What are the typical duties of a best man in the UK?
- What do I do as the best man?
- Who picks the best man at a wedding?
- What do groom's parents typically pay for?
- What is the groom's mum responsible for?
- What should the mother of the groom not do?
Booking suppliers
Finding, comparing and booking the people who make the day happen.
Guide · Booking suppliersHow to Book Wedding Suppliers in the UK: A Complete GuideThis guide walks you through finding, comparing, and booking wedding suppliers in the UK, from photographers and venues to caterers and flo…Guide · Booking suppliersQuestions to Ask a Wedding Photographer Before BookingThis guide covers the essential questions to ask a wedding photographer before booking, focusing on style, portfolio, packages, delivery, b…Guide · Booking suppliersDo You Need a Wedding Planner or Coordinator?This guide explains the difference between a wedding planner and a wedding coordinator, when each is worth booking, and how to decide for s…
- What questions to ask a photographer?
- How to choose the perfect wedding venue?
- What is a realistic budget for a wedding in the UK?
- What is the most expensive part of a wedding?
- How to keep wedding costs down?
- What are the most expensive items to buy for a wedding?
Small weddings and elopements
Micro weddings, two-witness weddings and running away together.
Guide · Small weddings and elopementsMicro Weddings in the UK: The Complete GuideThis guide covers everything you need to plan a micro wedding in the UK, from guest numbers and legal requirements to venues, costs, timeli…Guide · Small weddings and elopementsHow to Legally Elope in the UK: Rules and StepsThis guide explains the legal steps to elope in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, covering notice periods, witnesses and where…Guide · Small weddings and elopementsMicro Wedding vs Elopement: Key DifferencesThis guide explains the practical and emotional differences between a micro wedding and an elopement, covering guest counts, venues, legali…
- Who should be invited to a micro wedding?
- How much does a simple wedding cost in the UK?
- What are some intimate wedding venues in the West Midlands?
- What's smaller than a micro wedding?
- How long do you need to plan a micro wedding?
- How many people are usually at a micro wedding?
Stress, family and wellbeing
Keeping your head, your relationship and your family intact.
Guide · Stress, family and wellbeingHow to Manage Wedding Planning StressThis guide explains why wedding planning can feel stressful, how to spot the signs in yourself and your partner, and practical ways to stay…Guide · Stress, family and wellbeingDealing with Family Pressure During Wedding PlanningThis guide helps you handle family pressure during wedding planning, from guest list arguments and budget clashes to unsolicited opinions. …Guide · Stress, family and wellbeingStaying Calm on Your Wedding DayThis guide helps you stay calm in the final week before your wedding and on the day itself, with practical tips for managing stress, handli…
- How to plan a wedding without stress?
- What to do if you have a cold on your wedding day?
- What are some ways to cope with post-wedding depression in the mother of the bride?
- Is it normal to get sick a week before my wedding?
- What can I do to manage my extreme anxiety before my wedding?
- Is it normal to feel nauseous on your wedding day?
Free tools for planning
Wedding planning checklistEvery task from the proposal to the day, in the order you need them. Your ticks are saved on this device.Wedding style quizSix questions, one minute, and a wedding style with colours and themes to match.Wedding countdownEnter your wedding date and time to see exactly how long is left, then share the link.What to do now (planning timeline)Tell us your date and we sort the planning jobs into done by now, this month and later.Wedding shopping listTick what you need, cross out what you do not, and download your own shopping list.Wedding date checkerThinking about a date? See the day of the week, nearby bank holidays and the sunset time at a glance.Sunset and golden hour calculatorChoose your date and the nearest city to see sunset and golden hour for your photos.Wedding party dutiesPick a role to see the jobs, then share the list with your wedding party.
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