Planning your wedding is an exhilarating journey, but it can also feel like an overwhelming whirlwind of decisions and details. Don’t worry – here at The Warren we’ve spent years helping couples bring their dream weddings to life. To make the process smoother, we’ve compiled a list of top tips to guide you as you plan your special day with us. Now, let’s guide you through top tips to ensure your wedding day is nothing short of unforgettable.
1. Choosing the Best Wedding Venue in Bromley
We hate to boast, but if you’ve chosen The Warren as your wedding venue, you’ve already set the foundation for a magical celebration. This historic wedding venue in Bromley offers the perfect balance of elegance, flexibility, and natural beauty. A Grade II listed building set in 22 acres of gardens and woodland, The Warren is a stunning backdrop for your celebrations. And our experienced team of wedding managers, talented chefs, and friendly hospitality staff are waiting to make your day truly special.
2. Book a Walkthrough with Our Wedding Managers
The best way to visualise your day is to explore all the options for your wedding at The Warren with the help of one of our expert wedding managers. During this visit, you can:
See The Wedding Spaces Up Close
Tour our stunning grounds, ceremony areas, and reception suites to determine which fits your wedding vision best. Are you after a small intimate wedding? Then our Wickhams Room is best. Or are you thinking of a large lavish wedding? Then the Coney Suite will be perfect. Want something in between, then explore our Hobbit Suite.
Map Out Logistics
Discuss the flow of your day, including vendor access, guest arrivals, seating arrangements, and key moments like the first dance.
Start Planning Wedding Décor Ideas
Picture how your chosen theme and style will transform each part of your chosen wedding suite.
Bring Your Trusted Team
It’s always a good idea to get more input so you are welcome to bring a friend or loved one for more perspectives.
Ask Plenty of Questions
This is the opportunity to ask our dedicated wedding managers all the questions you may have, from lighting options to table layouts, from trusted suppliers to best places for romantic wedding photos.
3. Make the Most of The Warren’s Versatile Spaces
One of the unique benefits of hosting your wedding at The Warren is the variety of spaces available to choose from to suit any celebration.
Outdoor Ceremony
Exchange vows in the romantic De Zoete walled garden, surrounded by lush greenery. Or if the weather doesn’t allow for that, all our wedding suites are licenced for indoor wedding ceremonies.
Reception Spaces
Whether you’re planning a small intimate wedding or a large lavish celebration you have a lot of options at The Warren. Our wedding suites can host from 20 – 300 guests, each of them customisable so the layout suits your guest list and seating preferences.
Party into the Night
Transform the reception area into a lively dance floor for your evening festivities, complete with sound systems and party lighting.
4. Create a Bespoke Schedule for Your Day
A well-planned schedule is the backbone of a stress-free wedding day. We’ll work with you to craft a timeline that ensures everything flows perfectly. Consider elements such as:
Vendor Setup
Whether using our trusted suppliers or others you prefer, work with our wedding managers to organise vendor arrival and departure times for a smooth setup and breakdown.
Ceremony Timing
Make sure to allow plenty of time for guest to arrive and be seated on the day.
Welcome Drinks
Let your guests enjoy a celebratory drink in our gardens or one of our elegant rooms, while you and your wedding party go off for wedding photos.
Reception Highlights
Plan the timeline for key events like speeches, your first dance, the cake cutting, with care.
5. Personalise Your Wedding Menu
Food and drink are a significant role in any wedding day. At The Warren we pride ourselves on our excellent catering options, using local produce wherever possible. Our talented chefs will work with you to craft a menu specially tailored for you and your guests.
Wedding Menu Tastings
The bride and groom can arrange a menu tasting to sample and refine your wedding menu choices, to ensure they are just right for you and your guests. And don’t forget evening snacks to keep your guests energised as the party into the night.
Dietary Considerations
If any of your guests have any specific dietary requirements our chefs are usually able to accommodate those, and we offer as standard, alternative options for vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free requirements.
Bar Services
No wedding is complete without celebratory drinks. We offer a range of drinks options as standard in our fully stocked bars, but we can also accommodate premium wine selections to complement your meal. And whether you’d like an open bar or a cash bar, we can accommodate that too.
6. Add Your Personal Touch
The Warren provides an elegant backdrop, but your personal touches will make your wedding uniquely yours.
Custom Signage
Incorporate personal signage, such as welcome signs or directional signs, and a creative seating plan that keeps guests organised and showcases your style.
Ceremony Accents
Decorate the outdoor or indoor ceremony area with flowers, fabrics, or even a bespoke arch.
Lighting Magic
The Warren offers different lighting options in different rooms, or you may want to bring your own indoor candles or fairy lights to enhance the atmosphere.
Picture-Perfect Spots
Create unique photo opp areas, such as a floral wall, or a fun or vintage setup.
7. Coordinate Your Suppliers
To make your wedding celebrations complete you’ll want to bring in suppliers for decor, entertainment, or other special touches.
Trusted Vendors
Use our trusted supplier list for local professionals who know The Warren inside and out, from photographers to florists, or local DJs. Or if you have your own preferred suppliers, we’re more than happy to work with them to ensure everything runs smoothly.
Wedding Celebrant
The Warren suites are licenced to hold your wedding ceremony or civil partnership. Once you book your wedding with us, we will make the initial contact with the registrar. When your booking is confirmed the registrar will consult with you directly to ensure all the legal aspects of your marriage are properly taken care of and to discuss any customisations to your vows you may like to explore.
Toastmaster
A professional toastmaster can be a valuable addition to your wedding day, ensuring everything runs smoothly and on time. From announcing key moments like your grand entrance to guiding guests through the schedule, a toastmaster adds a touch of formality while keeping the atmosphere light and celebratory.
Entertainment
Our wedding managers can assist with technical details, such as sound system setup advice and venue access for your entertainment band or DJ to make sure everything runs smoothly.
8. Delegate Your Day
You want to be enjoying your wedding day, not having to worry about organising things that may not be going quite according to plan.
Contact Person
You have your wedding party, and your wedding planner, but be sure to assign one trusted friend or family member who you know can handle any questions and coordinate with our team on the day that won’t be busy with other things, and the next day for the take down especially if you are away on your honeymoon.
Vendors List
Make a list of all the contacts for your vendors and suppliers, and share it with your main contact person and The Warren’s wedding managers, just in case they need to be contacted.
Keep Guests Informed
Make sure to provide clear directions to your guests about the venue, travel options, parking, wedding day timelines, pet rules, children’s entertainment, and anything else that may seem significant.
The Warren Wedding Venue Bromley
As one of the top wedding venues for hire in Bromley, The Warren offers everything you need for an unforgettable day. With a selection of banqueting suite, from large to intimate to micro weddings, our Grade II listed wedding venue combines versatility with elegance.
Our expert wedding managers are here to ensure every detail is perfect, leaving you free to enjoy the day you’ve always dreamed of, so let us help you turn your wedding vision into a magical day at The Warren.
Where To Find Us
The Warren, located near Bromley, is easily accessible from surrounding areas such as Bromley, Croydon, Orpington, Biggin Hill, and including central London and Kent, making it a convenient choice for all your guests.
