Your planning timeline
What to do and when, from engagement to the big day.
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12 months
Dream & decide
Set your budget and guest count, then book your venue and your planner.
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9 months
Book the key team
Photographer, caterer, band and officiant. Send save-the-dates.
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6 months
Design your day
Choose your palette, flowers and stationery. Order the dress and suits.
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3 months
Invite & taste
Send invitations, attend your menu tasting and finalise the cake.
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1 month
Final details
Confirm numbers, seating plan and timeline. Hand everything to us.
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The day
Be present
We run the day. You hold hands, laugh and dance.
Top tips
Advice from our planners
Set the budget first
Decide what you want to spend before you fall in love with anything.
Guest list next
Your numbers shape your venue, catering and budget.
Book your photographer early
The best ones are booked 12 to 18 months ahead.
Always have a plan B
Especially for outdoor ceremonies.
Now booking 2027 & 2028
Let’s plan something beautiful
Book a free consultation at Willowmere, with coffee, cake and a tour of the estate.