Wedding Planner in Cornwall: Should I hire a wedding planner for the on the day coordination of my wedding in Cornwall?

5 things you need to know before you decide on hiring on the day coordination.

Like most couples, you spend months, if not years planning your dream day. From finding the perfect venue, choosing suppliers, deciding colours and themes. You’ve finalised plans and you are ready to celebrate your big day with all of your family and friends. Now as much as you have spent countless hours walking the day through in your head and you can visualise how it will look, have you had a chance to really think about who will make sure all of these wonderful details you have planned actually happen!

I know many couples often consider a wedding planner to be a luxury and I’ll often hear those words “I can do it myself”. But let me ask you a question… Would you ask a friend to take photographs or make your own wedding cake? I am pretty sure the answer is no! So why after spending time and money planning your wedding day just how you want it would you leave it to run itself? There are many all-inclusive wedding venues that have some great wedding coordinators that are on hand to help, but for those of you that are getting married in a marquee or a venue with no assistance included then on the day, coordination could be for you!

1. What does on the day coordination mean?

Also known as wedding day management this normally starts 4/6 weeks before your wedding, when you’ve planned every detail yourself. It ends when the last person leaves the venue. Even though you have planned your wedding from scratch, you’re probably not picturing your self with a clipboard and itinerary in hand as you usher guests from the car park and set up everything that’s needed.

On the day coordination is a wedding service designed for couples who have planned their wedding day, but need a bit of extra help on the day itself to ensure that everything runs smoothly. It is normally a professional wedding planner that you would hire 4/6 weeks before your wedding to discuss the details of your day and whom you handover the plans!

2. How much do they cost?

Like any investment, you want to get the most for your money but with on the day coordination, it really depends on how much or little assistance you require. Many wedding planners in Cornwall charge different prices but the investment will often come down to experience and reputation and whats involved. It’s best to chat during your consultation as after this meeting you will be given a quote which like any other pricing structure you can add or remove sections to suit you and your budget. On the day coordination is exactly that. So you’ll be paying for a wedding planner to be working for 10-12 hours. When quoting we will take into account the location, the number of guests you have attending, the activities you have planned and the number of suppliers we are having to manage.

3. What are the benefits of having on the day coordination at my wedding?

Hiring a wedding planner will help alleviate a lot of the stress associated with the final days of planning as well as reduce the pressures of logistics. 

One of the most important details you should consider is having peace of mind knowing someone’s got you covered! Having the reassurance that there is someone there meeting and greeting your guests to the ceremony and the reception is all set up just how you want it. On the day coordination leaves you having to focus on one thing only, celebrating with family and friends during a lifetime moment!

4. How do I know I need to hire one?

Trying to decide if on the day coordination is right for you can be a tricky decision however if you are planning a large wedding, you work away a lot or just have a busy schedule, you are having a short engagement, or you can’t envisage the day or don’t have a clue where to start then speaking with a wedding planner could be a great place to start! You may be conscious of the added expense but keep in mind that because of the inside knowledge, connections and experience we have, hiring a professional might be the most cost-effective move in the long run. Not only saving you trouble and stress.

5. How do I book one?

First things first, let's meet. We can grab a coffee, or chat on the phone to discuss your wedding and get to know each other. As with all of your suppliers, I’ll be joining you for the most important day of your lives so it's important that you know me and that I am the on the day coordinator for you. Once we have chatted through your ideas I will put together a quote for you and give you an idea of the scope of work that’s needed. You can ask as many questions are you like during your consultation. 

If you are considering hiring some professional help for your wedding day and on the day coordination is what you are looking for take a quick read on my blog on what to expect during a wedding consultation. https://www.carolinegriffiths.co.uk/wedding-day-managementhttps://www.carolinegriffiths.co.uk/blog/what-to-expect-at-your-first-consultation