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UKbride Member Request 11 May 2017

Hi all, my partner and I have been looking at venues for a while, with an...

Hi all, my partner and I have been looking at venues for a while, with an ideal date of being October-November 2018. We've looked at loads of venues local to the church we'd like to get married at but none of them are 'us'. We've found a venue we love but it's an hours drive from the church! The church is very special to me as it is where my father is buried. Is it unreasonable to ask guests to travel an hour from the church to the reception venue? Thanks!

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Rebecca Barnes
Rebecca Barnes 11 May 2017

If it were my family member or best friend, I would do it! As long as there are drinks waiting, I wouldn't mind!

Stacey Hutchinson
Stacey Hutchinson 11 May 2017

I think an hour is fairly reasonable it might be worth looking at supply a coach or transport options between the church and the venue as you may get less complaints if you have sorted the transport but it isn't too long to travel. I would for my family and friends :)

Louise Taylor
Louise Taylor 11 May 2017

It's not unreasonable at all! If people want to be there, they will make the effort. Venue is also an hour away and I've provided details to local hotels if people want to stay xxx

Lucy Lewis
Lucy Lewis 11 May 2017

Hi ask one or two of the people that you intend to invite for their opinion then you will have more idea :)

Anna Darwood
Anna Darwood 16 May 2017

I don't think so. It agree arranging a coach for your guests would be a lovely touch

Jessica Bateman
Jessica Bateman 18 May 2017

i dont think its a problem, maybe have drinks on arrival, if i was a family or friend of mine i would do it. we have a wedding in june and the venue is around an hour away. i dont see a problem with it.

Naomi Chappel
Naomi Chappel 19 May 2017

I dont think it is a problem. I agree that it might be worth putting a coach or something on for your guests if it is in your budget. :)

UKbride Member 21 May 2017

No not at all as long as they know so they have petrol! You can make a convoy:)!!!

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