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Wedding planning: the countdown

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Countdown to the day you'll say 'I do' with Apex Hotels. Whether you're planning a grand and glamorous wedding to remember, or an intimate ceremony for just family and close friends, you'll need a check list for organising your big day.

Wedding planning is exciting but sometimes the thought of it can be overwhelming. To keep you feeling on top of things, we've put together a wedding countdown that gives you a definitive timeline of when to get things done. We've planned many a wedding here at Apex Hotels so you can trust that we know how to plan these things to a tee. From lavish wedding breakfasts at our Apex City Quay Hotel & Spa, to intimate gatherings overlooking Edinburgh Castle at our Apex Grassmarket Hotel, we've got the tips to see you through whatever kind of wedding you're planning.

Heights at Apex Grassmarket Hotel set up for wedding with view of Edinburgh Castle
Heights at Apex Grassmarket Hotel overlooks Edinburgh Castle and is a beautiful wedding venue.

12 months out

  • Start your research. This includes attending a wedding fair to get some inspiration. Our Dundee hotel hosts wedding fairs throughout the year, keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates.
  • Pick a date.
  • Work out your budget.
  • Decide on the number of daytime and nighttime guests.
  • Book your venue/s and wedding planner and pay your deposit.
  • Book your officiant.

10 months out

  • Hire your photographer/videographer.
  • Book the entertainment.
  • Look for/buy your wedding dress/tuxedo/suit.
  • Reserve a block of hotel rooms for your guests and book suites for yourself and your bridal party.
The Atrium at Apex City of Bath Hotel set up for wedding
The Atrium at Apex City of Bath Hotel is perfect for those seeking a chic and contemporary wedding venue.

7 months out

  • Order your invitations and wedding favours.
  • Book your honeymoon.
  • Buy your bridesmaid dresses and groomsmen suits.
  • Book your florist.
  • Book your hair and makeup.
  • Pay half your deposit.

4 months out

  • Order your cake.
  • Choose your first dance.
  • Send save the dates.
  • Book your wedding cars.

3 months out 

  • Finalise your menu and confirm flowers.
  • Buy your rings.
  • Touch base with your venue and vendors to ensure all is going to plan.
  • Buy all your wedding accessories. 
Wedding table setting
We've got a wide selection of flexible wedding venues to suit your needs at Apex Hotels.

2 months out

  • Enjoy your hen and stag celebrations.
  • Send out your invites.

1 month out

  • Attend your final fittings.
  • Get your marriage paperwork/give notice.
  • Make a seating chart.
  • Type up a list of must-take shots and send to your photographer.
  • Get your pre-wedding beauty treatments and facials for glowing skin.
  • Organise for the cake to be delivered to the wedding reception.
  • Pay final balance to venue.

1 week out

  • Confirm times with your venue and vendors.
  • Pick up dresses and suits.
  • Pack for the honeymoon if you're leaving shortly after the wedding.

Explore our full range of wedding spaces at our city-centre hotels here.

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