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Your wedding journal

A warm welcome

Congratulations,

We're so happy you chose Manor By The Lake for your wedding day. We know that planning a wedding can be overwhelming, so our experienced team have put together this handy Online Wedding Journal to help you with your planning journey.

Remember you're not alone, our expert wedding planners are on hand to answer any questions and will guide you through every step of the process.

If you think you need extra help, we also offer a full ‘Planning Plus’ service, which can help you with all the finer details.

So, it’s official... your wedding journey starts here!.

Your wedding journal

We have included a checklist just for you to make sure your wedding planning journey is as smooth as possible.

BOOKING

  • Sign & return the T&C's & Booking Form

  • Arrange your wedding insurance

  • Book the Registrar or Church for your ceremony and give notice of marriage

  • Send out cards to friends and family letting them know your wedding date

THE PLANNING SHOWCASE

  • Shortly after booking you will receive an invitation for the Planning Showcase at Manor By The Lake

THE TASTE

  • This is your chance to sample the food and drink before making your menu choices for your wedding day.

THE DETAIL

8 weeks before your wedding day, you will need to send the planning team your...

  • Ceremony times | Guest numbers | Seating plan | Bedroom allocations | Special requirements |

  • Food & drink choices | Dietary requirements | Supplier details |

  • Additional extras (collections or add-ons)

FINAL PLANNING

  • Your final planning meeting will be 6-8 weeks before yoru wedding day

  • The Planning team will run through your requirements for the day for you to sign up

  • You will meet your wedding coordinator who will take care of you on the big day

  • Confirm final details:

  • Seating plan | Ceremony times | Speeches | Other details

Testimonials

Ryan & I cannot thank Manor By The Lake for making our wedding day so special! All of the staff went over and beyond to make sure every single thing was perfect! If anyone is looking for a stunning, well organised wedding venue, this is the place for you!!

Tenayha & Ryan

Our experience was beyond exceptional! The staff went above and beyond to ensure every detail of our stay was perfect. The room was beautifully decorated, and the breakfast was one of the best we've ever had. It truly felt like a luxurious home away from home.

Kayleigh & Matt

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is check-in and check-out for the bedrooms?

Check-in to bedrooms is from 12:30pm for house guests. Check-out is 10:00am the follwoing morning.

Do you offer wedding breakfast options for dietary restrictions?

Yes, we are happy to accommodate dietary preferences or restrictions, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and others. Please inform us in advance so we can prepare accordingly.

Can you plan the whole wedding for us?

Yes, we can. Our Planning Plus service is always available to you. Let us know you are interested and a member of the Planning team will contact you to go over the different services provided.

Are pets allowed at Manor by the Lake?

We do have specific rooms that are pet-friendly. Please let us know in advance if you plan to bring a pet so we can make suitable arrangements.

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01242 245071

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