There are many things to consider when choosing your ceremony location and even your ceremony time.

Questions to consider for your choice of ceremony location can include –

  • Is the ceremony area located in a public space?
  • Will  you be happy if there are people there watching or do you prefer an intimate, secluded location?
  • Will there be a lot of noise in the area from traffic or other businesses? Is there a school near by that will have the bell ring and dismiss students right at the start of your 3 p.m marriage ceremony if on a week day?
  • Can all of my guests access the area? Are there steps or uneven ground that may make it difficult for some guests?
  • Is there parking near by?
  • Is there shade for those extremely hot days and shelter if it’s windy or raining?
  • Do you need to book with the local council or administration body such as National Parks?
  • Can my Celebrant use a public address system?
  • Can I have amplified music playing?
  • Will your guests have far to travel to the reception or would you prefer to have the ceremony at a reception center so that everything is organised. Reception/function centers allow guests to mingle after the ceremony, relax and settle in to the surroundings without having to travel to the next destination.
  • Are there other big events on for the same date that may effect traffic, parking, road closures.
  • The time of year can influence the sun light and timing for photographs.

If you’re looking for a special location to have your Heartfelt Marriage Ceremony ask me for my recommendations for locations in and around the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Hunter Valley or Jervis Bay areas. We are so lucky to have many beautiful places to hold your ceremony right here on our door step. Couples really have so many options to consider.

The Hunter Wetlands has a lovely ceremony space with seats for your guests and an tranquil outlook over the wetland ponds.

Ceremony Location – The Hunter Wetlands. A lovely ceremony space with seats for your guests and an tranquil outlook into the wetlands.

 

Shepherds Hill is always a popular place for a marriage ceremony. You can see why with the beautiful views of Newcastle and the beaches to enjoy.

Shepherds Hill is always a popular place for a marriage ceremony. You can see why with the beautiful views of Newcastle and the beaches to enjoy.

The beautiful grounds of Bella Vista Wedding and Function Center, Mayfield

Ceremony Location – Bella Vista Wedding and Function Center, Mayfield. Gardens and reception centers are popular and often the perfect ceremony location.

A fabulous space behind the hall with great views looking out across the Valley

A fabulous ceremony space behind Pokolbin Community hall with great views looking out across the Valley.