Wedding suppliers in West Midlands

Planning a wedding in West Midlands

At the heart of the country, the West Midlands combines one of England's largest cities with some of its quietest countryside. That makes it a practical choice for couples with guests travelling from different directions, and a good region for finding suppliers with plenty of experience.

City and country

Birmingham and the Black Country offer hotels, industrial conversions and modern city venues. Warwickshire has Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick and the northern edge of the Cotswolds. Worcestershire includes the Malvern Hills and the city of Worcester with its cathedral. Herefordshire is known for orchards, rivers and the Wye Valley, while Shropshire has the Shropshire Hills and the Ironbridge Gorge. Staffordshire takes in Cannock Chase and the southern fringe of the Peak District.

Across the counties, barns, country houses, hotels and marquees in private grounds are all popular choices.

Getting guests there

The M5, M6, M40, M42 and M54 connect most of the region, and Birmingham has a major airport and good rail connections, including Birmingham New Street. Rural Herefordshire and Shropshire are quieter and further from motorways, so allow extra time and arrange transport for guests at the end of the evening.

Planning advice

Summer Saturdays book up first, and prices vary with the day of the week and season. If you are flexible, a Friday, Sunday or winter date can widen your options.

Tourist areas such as Stratford-upon-Avon can be busy in summer, which affects accommodation. Suggest a few places to stay as soon as you have a date.

Many suppliers here cover several counties. When you contact them, ask which areas they travel to and whether they already know your venue.

Civil ceremonies in England must take place at a register office or approved premises, and couples give notice at their local register office. Confirm the details with the register office covering your venue.

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