THE WEDDING BLOG

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Sarah Spreckley on behalf of Park Lane Events

The question has been popped, the answer is ‘yes’ and the plans for your wedding day can begin to take shape… you probably have an idea of how you see your big day panning out (what girl hasn’t?!) and whether you’ve always dreamed of an intimate day with your nearest and dearest, or a huge party with as many guests as your chosen venue can accommodate.

You’ve probably been told several times that your wedding venue search ought to be at the top of your priority list when planning your day and there’s a very good reason for this – your choice of venue will often set the theme for the wedding, usually take a large chunk of your budget and will ultimately dictate the size of wedding you are able to have. Continue reading

The Perfect Choice For Your Wedding

The question has been popped, the ring bought and the wonderful news shared with family and friends. Once you’ve got over the giddy excitement of being engaged, one of the first things you’ll do as a newly engaged couple is to start the hunt to find your dream wedding venue. Finding the perfect venue to host a large wedding can often not be the easiest task – space, flexibility, location and catering all play a major part in making your day as special as it deserves to be. If you’re searching for somewhere that can manage all of the above and make the planning as stress-free as possible – then we are proud to tick all of those boxes in spades! Continue reading

Plan your perfect seaside wedding at The Grand

For seaside wedding splendour in the most elegant of surroundings, there’s no finer venue in Sussex than The Grand Hotel in Eastbourne.

Affectionately known as the ‘White Palace’, this charming seafront hotel has been welcoming couples to celebrate their big day in style for generations, with a team of expert wedding planners who will ensure every element of your wedding is pure perfection.

On Sunday 23 September, The Grand will be holding its very own wedding showcase – a chance for wedding couples-to-be to explore the five-star hotel’s stunning rooms, three of which are licensed for wedding ceremonies, and to see the wide range of suites available for every special celebration. Continue reading

All things bright and beautiful…………

Sarah Spreckley of Park Lane Events on behalf of The Caledonian Club

After a very long and bleak Winter, I think it’s safe to finally say (out loud) that Spring has sprung and catapulted us straight into Summer and full-blown wedding season with glorious sunshine aplenty.

Although weddings can take place at any month of the year – Summer still remains the most popular time of the year at the Caledonian Club for couples to tie the knot with the option of moving certain elements of the day outside if Mother Nature is playing ball. Gardens in full bloom, drinks on the terrace and more photo opportunities are just a few of the reasons why key summer dates tend to be booked well in advance when compared to other months throughout the year. Continue reading