Planning a wedding can be equal parts stressful and fun. It requires a lot of thought and attention to detail in order to organise the perfect day.

As part of this, you may need to consider hiring wedding furniture. We know – it’s not particularly exciting, but it’s these smaller details that can absolutely make your big day.

How much furniture you need to order will depend on your guest numbers, wedding venue and a few other factors. So, let’s take a closer look!

Is any wedding truly complete without a show-stopping cocktail menu?

Many couples are opting to include cocktails throughout their big day, and for good reason. From the welcome drinks to the reception, cocktails can give your wedding a memorable edge.

Whether you’re looking for something fun and exciting, or subtle and classy, there are plenty of options to choose from.

Your big wedding day is coming up and you’ve sorted the alcoholic drinks menu. But you’re lost for ideas for what to serve the guests who are staying sober, aren’t you?

Don’t panic!

There are plenty of non-alcoholic drinks ideas (which are just as delicious and extravagant) that your guests can toast with instead.

There are so many elements that go towards making a wedding as special and memorable as possible.

One of them, undoubtedly, is the beverages on offer. And the good news these days is that there are a huge number of options when it comes to both alcoholic and non-alcoholic refreshments that’ll keep everyone happy.

Let’s not beat around the bush - one of the most exciting elements of any wedding is the food. Whether it’s from a food truck or traditional catering, it’s one element that’s often spoken about for years to come.

However, if you’re bored of the usual sit-down three-course meal, you might be after something a little more exciting for your own wedding.

Did you know that there are laws which dictate where and how you can get married?

These outdated laws were originally formed in 1836 and most of them still exist today - unbeknownst to many soon-to-be-wed couples. But recent proposals for reform look set to abolish many of the old laws and make it not only easier to get married - but cheaper to do so, too.

If there’s one thing the constant lockdowns of 2020 and 2021 have forced many of us to do, it’s spend more time watching TV.

As always, there are certain shows which steal the limelight and, arguably, Netflix’s Bridgerton has taken up more of the nation’s time than any other binge-worthy boxset.

Head to any bar or pub and you’ll probably see large gin cocktails being enjoyed. It really is the thing to drink right now.

The humble juniper berry is now celebrated all over the world at tastings, festivals, and even bars which are completely dedicated to the drink. Who’d have thought a ‘gin bar’ would become a ‘thing’!

Congratulations – your loved one said “Yes!”. Now the hard work begins! Planning a UK wedding is great fun and allows you to be creative, but it does require some really strong organisational skills. It would be a great idea to get that really organised friend on your wedding party. (There’s a top tip for you!)

Getting married brings thoughts and visions of grand venues, large family gatherings, and scenes from movies like Father of the Bride or maybe the Wedding Planner. But putting grand wedding scenes aside for a minute, do weddings have to be large, or can you have a splendidly small wedding instead?

Planning a UK wedding is an exciting but detailed task. It’s not until you start to look into what’s involved that you realise that you’re going to need ninja planning skills and a good team around you. If you’re recently got engaged then Congratulations, and then welcome to the rather large job of planning the wedding.

Since the UK lockdown in March 2020 the event industry has been closed. We’ve had no real idea when it could get back to normal… or even the ‘new normal’ that keeps being spoken about!

Events were a clear risk at the beginning of the UK Coronavirus breakout, and it was understandable that we all retreated and took time to help slow the spread of the virus and protect the NHS.

2020 has certainly thrown a spanner in the works of the wedding world. Business here is far from being as usual. The events industry has been paused and that’s given us an unplanned rest and some challenges, too.

The wedding season is currently on hold and brides and grooms across the country are waiting (as we are) for news on when small events and indeed larger gatherings can take place again.

Hoping to get married in 2020? Here are some plans and thoughts to put in place now to help you steer through these rocky waters…

On July 17th 2020, Boris Johnson finally announced that COVID secure wedding receptions for up to 30 people can take place from 1 August. In his update he said, "We will also allow wedding receptions for up to 30 people. All of these measures for 1 August should be done in a Covid Secure way."

Furthermore he hinted that weddings of slightly larger sizes are on the return from October 1st, with news of larger venues also opening up. In addition, close contact businesses like beauticians will also be opening up, too!

And then from November there is the possibility that we'll have more of a return to normality. Find the full Downing Street update here.

As we write this, we’re looking at a quiet summer for the event and wedding equipment hire industry. The Coronavirus has had a huge impact on almost every aspect of life and business. We don’t wish to be all “woe is us” - far from it - but the events industry has certainly been all but temporarily closed down while we’re under lockdown.

Many events have been postponed, but some will have been cancelled from the 2020 calendar altogether which is a massive shame for all involved. Some can’t be cancelled though, and although we’re hearing tongue-in-cheek predictions about higher divorce rates due to lockdown, some weddings that were due to happen in spring/summer will be postponed and this could well lead for a busy autumn/winter wedding season.

Aside from the usual drinks like champagne, wine, and beer though, many couples opt for cocktails, even at the reception. Cocktails have come back into favour and, just like Prosecco, they’re often more popular with guests, and more cost-effective for the hosts, so they really are a win/win.

John Lewis published research findings in a 2019 press release which highlighted some very interesting changes towards barn weddings and weddings in the countryside as an alternative to traditional hotels. DIY weddings are on the up!