Planning your big day? Here’s the Abbey Hotel’s top wedding tips

“Here at Abbey Hotel Roscommon we want to be sure all our couples have the most memorable wedding day, and this is where the benefit of our sixty years of expertise and a very much handson approach comes in.

“From the initial enquiry stage, up to and including your big day, our dedicated team are here to inspire, assist and guide you seamlessly through all the stages of your wedding planning journey”, added Geraldine Grealy, Marketing and Public Relations Manager at the hotel.

So here are the top tips from the four-star Abbey Hotel in Roscommon to keep in mind when it comes to planning your big day:

A good photographer

The time and money invested into researching and hiring a professional wedding photographer and videographer will be money well spent. A professional album capturing all those special wedding day moments is something you will cherish for the rest of your life. We work closely with some of the most talented and creative photographers in Ireland. Upon booking your wedding day with us, we release a comprehensive list of our very own Abbey Hotel recommended suppliers.

Time management

Schedule family photos on the day as guests often get distracted when they arrive at the venue. We have so many picturesque backdrops here at the Abbey both indoors and on our private grounds.

Communicate and delegate tasks with a chief bridesmaid or groomsman on who will have the task of rounding up the family for the photos.

Ask your photographer to communicate with the venue on an estimated time of arrival so the venue and wedding team have everything just perfect to greet the couple at the door. Create a photography list for your chosen photographer so nobody gets left out.

The Wedding Meal

Most venues will recommend a set sit-down time for all guests and that speeches take place after the meal to avoid delayed impact on food service or added pressure on chefs to be keeping food hot.

Wedding Day Decor

Flowers and pretty decor will enhance any venue so here at the Abbey we advise you put lots of thought into how you want your room to look on the day. Flower walls, backdrops, floral arches and table decor will look amazing in your photos so do shop around for the best deals. We have some amazing decor suppliers we work closely with so talk to us today about how we can help give you the wedding day of your dreams.

Why not digitise your RSVPs?

Did you know you can save on postage costs by having all of your guests RSVP online? QR codes to RSVP are now a new trend we see here at the Abbey.

The First Dance

Choose your first dance carefully. Ask the band to play something personal to you both and make sure all your guests are rounded up on time to witness the special moment on the dance floor.

A surprise intro that none of your guests might expect like a tango or some Irish dancing can get the crowd really excited. Maybe a member of the bridal party can ask the venue to announce the time on the hotel speaker system.

Incorporate personal touches

Just remember that your wedding day is all about you, your partner, and the things you both love. Personal touches like family photos, table favours and something sentimental to you both should be incorporated into your day.

“Here at the Abbey we work closely with all our couples in

Fair. finalising the wedding day final details and are happy to give recommendations and work closely with couples to deliver on all the small touches”, added Geraldine.

Table plans

Why not personalise your wedding reception and engage your guests in play and activities. Mix it up a little when doing your table guest list to ensure everyone gets to know one another.

“Activities at weddings are a lot of fun, especially if there’s downtime between the ceremony and reception”, added Geraldine.

“Here at the Abbey we see this trend starting to grow with singing waiters, photobooths, selfie mirrors, comedians and caricature sketch artists now part of most couples’ wedding day”.

Contact us

To book your wedding day viewing at the Abbey Hotel, email weddings@abbeyhotel. ie or phone 090 6666211. Follow the Abbey Hotel Roscommon on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more information.

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