Regardless if you are celebrating your marriage at one of the many Coffs Coast premier wedding venues, or anywhere in Australia, it is really important you know what to ask your venue provider.  I have listed a few questions that you can keep handy when you are deciding the best venue to suit your special day.

 

  • What dates are available in the month you are considering?
  • What is the room hire fee and what is included in that price?
  • Is there a discount for booking an off season date or a Monday to Friday wedding?
  • How much is the deposit, when is it die and is it refundable?
  • Are the ceremony and reception locations mobility impaired accessible?
  • What’s the venues weather contingency plan for outdoor spaces?
  • What is the cancellation policy?
  • What time can your vendors, including me, start setting up on the day of the wedding or is it possible to setup the day before?
  • Where is the pre-reception area located?
  • Does the venue have any in house caterers?
  • Can the venue do a menu tasting prior to finalising your menu selection?
  • Is there free parking onsite?
  • Will the co-ordinator supervise on the day, right through to the conclusion of your wedding?
  • What overnight accommodation does the venue provide?  Do they offer a discount for your guests?
  • Does the venue supply you the bridal couple  with a complimentary room or upgrade on the evening of the wedding?
  • How many weddings are at the venue each day?
  • Is there a minimum spend?
  • What will the wedding co-ordinator take care of and organise for you?

 

For a complete list of industry leading wedding venues and friends who I have the pleasure of regularly working with simply visit my “Friends of Simon” page on my website www.marriedbysimon.com.au.

 
  • Thank you Simon, for your overwhelming enthusiasm for our wedding with a difference. We couldn’t believe how dedicated and supportive you were in making it something we will never forget. To see you walking down the aisle as Lord Darth Vader was an image that will remain with us forever. Your kind words, your sense of humour and your willingness to do whatever it took to make our day just the way we imagined. Your personal service and professional commitment was unwavering and it was our honour to have you preside over our marriage… We would most highly recommend you to anyone. May the force be with you! And that’s no word of a lie!!!

    Mick and Kirrily

  • It was lovely working along side you again at Sarah & Jon’s beautiful wedding, you were superb! I hope you don’t mind but I have put a link to your page on my website – you really are worth recommending!

    Louise Blake Photography

  • Thank you for the amazing job you did at our wedding.  Everyone loved the ceremony and commented on how good you were.  We were so happy and had a beautiful day.  Thanks again.

    Sherrene and Karl

  • We would like to thank you for the great job you did at our beach wedding. You were so professional and caring about everything and everyone. You had all the equipment set up on the beach and everyone was able to hear you clearly. You made our day so special and stress free. We have been to a lot of weddings and the celebrants don’t come anywhere near your presentation. At the end of the ceremony everyone was commenting on how personal the ceremony was and how modern you presented yourself at the ceremony. We highly recommend having Simon for your wedding. As a celebrant you would not find a more professional, caring, honest, young and touching one like him. Thanks Simon.

    Angela and Lucas

  • Having known Simon on a personal level, I was more than happy to ask him to be the celebrant for our wedding. I loved that he put a personal touch to our ceremony and found he put us at ease throughout the wedding organisation. I highly recommend Simon for his professionalism and wonderful personality.

    Tanya and Brett

  • Simon, we want to thank you for being part our celebrant, for marrying us and for being a huge part of our beautiful day.  Our ceremony was everything we wanted – relaxed, personal and special.  We appreciate your guidance throughout it all.  Thank you.  With love Karlee and Luke.

    Karlee and Luke