Have a really good think about the theme for your wedding and the feel that you want to create. Also have a good hard look at your guest list. Are there any special facilities or dietary requirements that will need to be taken into consideration on the day? Doing this will help you decide on the type of venue you need. This means that you can make an informed decision as you will already know what you are looking for.

The location of the venue is one very important factor to consider, especially if you have a number of guests travelling from different places. Though there are numerous country houses and idyllic abbeys in the Midlands they are usually tucked away in the sticks and can be hard to navigate to, especially if you do not know the area. Finding a venue that is central and that can be easily found should be a high priority on your list. After all who wants to be rescuing lost family members and guest on their wedding day!

Lastly, when looking for wedding venues, midlands based directories and wedding planners may be able to help. Make sure you have a look through your local wedding publications, internet directories and visit local wedding fairs to get a better of idea of what is available in your area. Such websites and wedding planners may also be able to offer recommendations and testimonials from previous customers of certain venues.

-Wedding stationers

- Cake Maker

-Photographer

-Videographer

-Caterers

-Wine suppliers

-Car hire

Some of the most sought after wedding suppliers are based in the Midlands. For example one of Prince Williams’s wedding cakes was made by a local Leicestershire baker and the other was made by McVities, who are based near Ashby. Local suppliers will be able to offer a much more personal service than those of larger and more national companies.

As with venue hunting, the best way of finding these businesses is on the internet or in the local wedding directories. By choosing local small businesses you are giving back into the local economy and ensuring that these services survive for couples tying the knot for years to come.