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Can you give me 10 examples of good manners?

Answered by the UK Wedding Websites editorial team · Updated 2026-10-12 · For guests

Short answer

Ten examples of good manners are saying please and thank you, holding doors open, letting others speak, waiting your turn, offering your seat, sending thank-you notes, not interrupting, being punctual, respecting personal space, and listening attentively.

Good manners are simple habits that make life pleasanter for everyone. At a wedding, they matter even more because you are surrounded by people you may not know well. Here are ten examples you can use throughout the day. Say please and thank you to every member of staff, from the waiters to the drivers. Hold doors open for the person behind you, especially for older guests or anyone carrying something. Let others speak without interrupting, even if you are excited to share your news. Wait your turn in queues at the bar, the buffet, or the cloakroom. Offer your seat to someone who looks tired or who is less mobile. Send a thank-you note to the couple after the wedding, even if you have already thanked them in person. Do not interrupt a conversation you are not part of. Be punctual for the ceremony and for the meal. Respect personal space, especially during photos and dancing. And listen attentively when someone is talking to you, rather than looking over their shoulder. These small acts of kindness create a warm atmosphere. They also reflect well on you, and they help the couple feel that their efforts were appreciated.

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