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Crafting the Perfect Wedding Day Schedule

Planning a wedding involves meticulous attention to detail, and one of the essential elements to consider is the wedding day schedule for your big day. Creating a well-structured timeline ensures that everything runs smoothly and allows you to make the most of every precious moment. In this blog, we'll guide you through the ideal wedding day schedule we recommend for our couples at The Moat House, from the preparations in the morning to the grand finale in the late evening. Let's dive in and discover how to orchestrate a seamless and unforgettable wedding day.

Bride and groom share their first kiss during an indoor wedding ceremony, surrounded by guests and white blossom trees, with joyful expressions all around.

Moat House' Guide to Decoding the Wedding Lingo

As you embark on your wedding planning journey, you may find yourself encountering a whole new world of terms and jargon specific to the wedding industry or as we call it, wedding lingo. From banquet style to sweetheart table, understanding wedding lingo and terminology is crucial in navigating the planning process and communicating effectively with suppliers and venues. In this blog, we'll demystify some common wedding industry terms and provide you with a handy glossary to ensure you're equipped with the knowledge you need to plan your dream wedding.

Bride and groom holding hands and smiling outside The Moat House, standing in front of a rustic brick wall with leaded windows and lush greenery.

2023 Wedding Trends to Consider for Your Big Day

As Spring officially settles across England, it is time for engaged couples to prepare their nuptials. Whether that’s picking beautiful blooms, tasting velvety cakes, or spending a weekend venue-hopping, Spring is the perfect time to plan your dream day.

Bride and groom stand in front of The Moat House, a historic red-brick and timber-framed building, captured during golden hour on their wedding day.

Why you should book a short notice wedding

There's something undeniably romantic about the idea of whisking your beloved off to a secret...

Bride and groom standing on a wooden dock overlooking the pond and historic building at The Moat House, surrounded by lush greenery and wedding guests.

Your Wedding Budget: Our Complete Guide

Wedding planning is an exciting experience, but it can also become overwhelming and stressful...

Bride and groom walk through a joyful crowd of guests throwing confetti outside a brick building during their wedding celebration.

TOP TIPS FOR PLANNING A WEDDING AT SHORT NOTICE

If the last 12 months have taught us anything, it's that plans can change ....

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The Best From the 2021 International Wedding Trend Report

Each year The Wedding Academy creates a report all about the upcoming trends for weddings in the...

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Why You Should Book Your Wedding at The Moat House Hotel (According to Couples)

There are so many reasons The Moat House is the perfect choice for your wedding day! But you don’t need to take our word for it. We asked our couples why they chose The Moat House for their big day. Here are their top 5 reasons:

Bride and groom embrace on a wooden deck by the water at The Moat House, with lily pads, picnic benches, and the historic building in the background.

Our Tips on What Questions You Should Ask Your Wedding Venue

Choosing your wedding venue is (probably) the first big decision you will make on your wedding planning journey. And it’s no small feat. The type of venue you go for can impact everything from the style of the wedding, to your choice of dress, to the number of guests who join you on your big day. 

When you first view your wedding venue there’s so much information to take in and so much excitement, it’s easy to forget to ask those important questions. ⁠That’s why we’ve put together our top 10 questions to ask during a wedding venue viewing.

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From us to you: Our Christmas Gift Guide

2020 hasn’t been a smooth ride for small businesses, so as we approach Christmas, why not help spread some festive cheer by supporting the fantastic independent businesses in our community. From Christmassy gin to unforgettable experiences, here’s our round up of the best gifts Staffordshire has on offer this Christmas!