We are fortunate to have so many gorgeous wedding venues in this part of the world. Creating all our lovely invites gives us a special insight into which venues our most popular with couples in Northern Ireland. Montalto Estate   Montalto Estate based in County Down makes a stunning venue for an elegant rustic inspired wedding.  Featuring original beams, beautiful stone walls and an idyllic green house.  If you want a private occasion, where yours is the only wedding party that day and passers-by can’t intrude, Montalto Estate makes a great location as rates include sole use of the Carriage Rooms and Walled Garden. The scenery of water features and hedging in the garden is a perfect backdrop for creating unique wedding photos. The bright spacious Carriage Room makes an impressive banquet hall and can cater for up to 180 people.  The room also allows for you to make your own stamp on the venue and decorate as desired for your big day. Culloden Hotel   Culloden Hotel and Spa in Holywood is the wedding venue for any bride who wants to feel like a princess.  As a former palace transformed to a 5* hotel it is ideal for the modern fairy-tale wedding.  With the luxurious blend of old and new the venue has a unique sense of charm. The hotel is secluded, with beautifully landscaped gardens, stone staircases and a striking view over Belfast Lough.  Making for a dramatic setting for those all-important photos. Your guests will enjoy the luxury of dining and if they choose to, staying at the Culloden as well.  An indulgent experience with access to the Spa.  More and more brides and grooms want to make their wedding a weekend long event, staying with their wedding party the night before the wedding to enjoy some pampering. Galgorm Resort If you’re looking for something with a real sense of grandeur in a gorgeous rural setting Galgorm is the venue of choice.  As soon as you turn into Galgorm’s drive and look up the hill you feel a sense of awe at the size of the grounds and its halls.  If that isn’t enough the grounds also feature a waterfall, an unsurprisingly popular photo spot. Whether you’re after something contemporary or classic, Galgorm has the venue to suit your needs.  Choose between the newest addition to the resort the Renaissance suite, or the Four Season suite for a modern feel; with bright lights, contemporary decor and white furnishings.  Alternatively, if you have your heart set on a more traditional venue with antique details, art and fireplaces the Great Hall is the perfect choice.  Galgorm also allows you the option to have your ceremony in the unique...

In more traditional times a wedding invitation was simple; it was always the bride’s parents who hosted the wedding. However, in more modern times when families come in all shapes and sizes, it can be hard to politely word and explain who is hosting it, so here is our simple guide. #100378675 / gettyimages.com Bride’s Parents Inviting Mr & Mrs White Request the honour of your presence at the marriage of their daughter Laura Bride & Groom Inviting Miss Laura White & Mr John Brown Request the honour of your company Or Together with their parents Miss Laura White & Mr John Brown Request the honour of your company Bride’s & Groom’s Parents Inviting Mr & Mrs White & Mr & Mrs Brown Request the pleasure of your company Divorced Parents Mr Tom White & Mrs Anna Long Request the pleasure of your company At the wedding of their daughter Parent and Deceased Parent Inviting Mr Tom White & his late wife Anna Request the honour of your presence Deceased parent and parent has remarried Mr. and Mrs. Alan Campbell request the honour of your presence at the marriage of her daughter Laura White daughter of the late Mr Tom White to Michael Francis Jacobson Children Inviting Erin & Jake Invite you to celebrate the marriage of their parents Or Alexander & Jennifer & Zoe & Matthew Invite you to the ceremony that will unite them as a family and Unite their parents as husband and wife Groom’s Parents Inviting Mr & Mrs Brown Request the honour of your presence at the marriage uniting their son John Brown & their soon-to-be daughter Laura...

10) Hen Party Invitations They’re great for…Letting people know the theme of your hen party (if there is one) and indicating the tone of the party. You don’t need them if…You are having a small hen party with close family and a few friends it can be easy enough to just let them all know the details. 9) Favour Tags They’re great for…Personalising your wedding gifts to people. Guests appreciate individually named gifts. You don’t need them if…You are having a very large wedding and it would take up hours of your life to attach each tag. 8) Menu Cards They’re great for…Giving your guests time to mull over the menu choices and outlining menu choices for those with dietary requirements. You don’t need them if…You have asked guests to select their course choices beforehand or if you are having a buffet. 7) Order of Service They’re great for…Letting guests know how the ceremony will run and alert them to any religious customs they may not be aware of. It also lets everyone know who is in the wedding party on both sides. You don’t need them if…You are having a very small wedding or a particularly short ceremony. 6) Wedding Guest Book They’re great for…Getting a personalised message from everyone at your wedding just in case you miss speaking to anyone on the day. You don’t need them if…You are having a small wedding or know you will speak to each guest on the day of the wedding. It is also worth bearing in mind that your wedding videographer may also get personalised messaged from guests. 5) Be My Bridesmaid Cards They’re great for…Surprising any bridesmaids that may not know they would be asked. You don’t need them if…You have already asked all your bridesmaids in a squeal of excitement the minute you got engaged. 4) Save-the-Dates They’re great for…Making sure none of your guests are double booked well in advance. You don’t need them if…Your wedding is within 3 months of your engagement. 3) Seating Plan They’re great for…Making the start of your reception a calm affair for guests. It is also important that your dear granny doesn’t end up at the back where she can’t see. You don’t need them if…You need a seating plan, even at the smallest of weddings. 2) Thank-You Cards They’re great for…Thanking all your guests personally for attending your wedding and giving you gifts. You don’t need them if… Always send thank you cards. 1) Invitations They’re great for… You don’t need them if… You need them, you always need wedding invitations to not only notify people of the event, venue and times but to also get numbers for your wedding...