How to plan a last minute wedding?
There is a common misconception that booking a short notice wedding is negative and stressful however we think quite the contrary!
Booking a wedding in less than 6 months to go can be really exciting and rewarding. You can also save thousands of pounds by booking late availability packages.
Your Last Minute Wedding Checklist
Planning a wedding on a short timeline doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Whether you’ve got six months or just a few weeks, having a clear plan makes all the difference. That’s why we’ve put together a simple, no-fuss wedding checklist to guide you through every step - from booking your venue to those all-important final touches.
It covers everything you need to think about when time is tight - finding your venue, securing your registrar or celebrant, getting your invites out quickly, and locking in your key suppliers like florists, photographers and entertainment. It also helps you plan out the fun stuff, like food, outfits, and the all-important celebration details.
Download our quick & easy wedding checklist today and start ticking things off today - no stress, just straightforward planning that works. Enjoy!
In this blog, we will be going through the following points…
How to plan a last minute wedding
Real life wedding: Mia & Jonathan booked their wedding with less than 2 months!
Our late availability wedding offers
How to plan a short lead wedding?
Get moving! Find a venue that has last minute availability, make sure to look for any late availability offers they may have. Not only could this save you money on the package but they often add different things in to help with it being a last minute wedding. For example, a DJ or venue decoration, this is super helpful as it’s another piece of planning that you don’t need to worry about!
Registrar! Get in contact with your local registrar to see what their availability is for their chosen date. If they are not available, think about having a Celebrant. They are more personal and will really get to know you as a couple!
Now on to Suppliers. Book in your photographer, florist, entertainment, cake, dress & suits etc. To save time, try using your venue recommendations rather than spending time searching through lot’s and lots of suppliers.
Invitations. Waste no time in getting your invitations out to you guests so they can confirm their availability asap!
Now the bulk is done, work through all the finer bits and pieces.
Main piece of advice, do not dilly dally! If you like a supplier and they are available, get them booked so you can move on to your next item.
Enjoy!
Real Life Couple: Mia & Jonathan
Mia & Jonathan booked their wedding with less than 2 months to go!
Luckily they were bless with a beautiful Autumn day at the beginning go October, the sky was blue and they were able to enjoy our gardens throughout their wedding.
They booked one of our very popular late availability packages, The Ultimate Package:
The Ultimate Package: Late Availability Lancashire Wedding
For 50 guests in the day and 100 in the evening
Your own dedicated & award winning wedding co-ordinator, from showround, to planning, to on the day - hosting your wedding day to perfection
Your wedding ceremony followed by a drinks reception with one drink per guest
3 course wedding breakfast, with half a bottle of wine poured per guest, a glass of fizz to toast, followed by tea, coffee and homemade fudge
Evening food from our Market Food menu
Your wedding night in our beautiful Bridal Suite
Breakfast all together the morning after
PLUS
Civil ceremony room hire & dressing
Gold beaded charger plates for all your guests
White metal postbox
Beer & prosecco pong
AND ALL THIS FROM SOME OF OUR FABULOUS SUPPLIERS
DJ entertainment for the evening from 'The DFC Experience'
6 table centrepieces & top table arrangement from ‘Hedgehog Florist’
Beauty mirror photo booth from 'Reflections Entertainment'
VIP appointment with £200 off a ‘Bridal Lounge of Clitheroe’ gown
On the day stationary from ‘Let Love Sparkle ’
They even had time to book a bagpiper!!
Mia & Jonathan’s wedding was filled with love and laughter! They had a bagpiper to pipe them out of the ceremony, canapés during the drinks reception and beer pong after the wedding meal. That everyone got involved in!
Even with all that going on, they had time for some truly beautiful photographs captured by the fabulous Studio Dark.
Planning a wedding on a short timeline might seem daunting at first, but with the right approach, it can be an incredibly rewarding and memorable experience. By focusing on your priorities, making swift decisions, and staying flexible, you can create a beautiful celebration that truly reflects your love and commitment.
Remember, the essence of a wedding lies in the union of two people, and everything else is secondary. So, embrace the excitement, enjoy the process, and trust that your special day will be perfect in its own unique way.
Your late availability wedding in Lancashire
Sparth House is a beautiful, exclusive use, Georgian Manor House with acres of stunning gardens. Find out more about our venue and see our late availability packages below.