Choosing Your Vendors
Wedding Venue Checklist: Questions to Ask Before Booking
The questions to ask every wedding venue before you sign, so you can compare options fairly.
Lapis Weddings Editorial TeamPublished 1 min read
Capacity and layout
- Maximum seated capacity
- Separate spaces for different parts of the celebration
- Dance floor size
Catering
- In-house catering only, or external caterers allowed?
- Dietary requirements (e.g. halal) — how are they handled?
Timing and noise
- Latest end time
- Sound limits
Practicalities
- Parking and public transport
- Accessibility
- Accommodation nearby
Contract and payments
- Deposit and cancellation terms
- What is included in the quoted price
Comparison table
| Question | Venue A | Venue B |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| External catering allowed | ||
| Latest end time |
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