Wedding suppliers in East Yorkshire

Planning a wedding in East Yorkshire

East Yorkshire is easy to underestimate. Between the busy city of Kingston upon Hull and the long, open Holderness coastline sit the rolling chalk hills of the Yorkshire Wolds, market towns such as Market Weighton and a scattering of quiet villages. That mix gives couples a good spread of settings without long drives between them.

Venues and settings

Expect converted farm buildings and barns in the Wolds, country houses with walled gardens, hotels along the Humber estuary and characterful city spaces in Hull's old town and marina area. Seaside towns like Hornsea suit couples who want a coastal feel for photographs, though the wind off the North Sea is a real factor even in summer, so plan cover for drinks receptions.

Getting guests there

Hull has direct rail links and the M62 and A63 bring most guests in from the west. The Humber Bridge connects the north and south banks, which is handy if some of your guests are coming from northern Lincolnshire. Rural venues in the Wolds often have limited taxi cover late at night, so a booked minibus or coach at the end of the evening saves a lot of stress.

Planning tips

• Book popular summer Saturdays well ahead; Fridays and winter dates usually give more choice.
• Ask suppliers which parts of the county they regularly cover, as East Yorkshire is wider than it looks on a map.
• For a civil ceremony, choose a register office or approved premises and give notice at your local register office in good time. Check the current requirements with the East Riding or Hull registration service.

Prices vary with the day of the week and season, so it is worth comparing a few quotes from local photographers, caterers, florists and entertainers listed above before you commit.