Two hours gap between the wedding ceremony and the reception.. is this acceptable?
Question Asked: 6/02/2017
Wedding Date: 2/02/2019
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It really depends if you have somewhere for your guests to go to.
Hi There
This should be the maximum time - 1.5 -2 hours.
Yes this is very normal for lots of ceremonies, this gives you time for photos with family and friends and time for your guest to have canapés and drinks before reception.
YES - but give your guests some options between this time should they not want to return home.
Yes this is very normal for lots of ceremonies, this gives you time for photos with family and friends and time for your guest to have canapés and drinks before reception.
This should be the maximum time - 2 hours. Anything longer becomes unconfortable for guests and sometimes they are at a loss of where to go and go to the Venues earlier than permitted. This can cause some embarressment.
too long IMO, its a hard time to fill, one hour is plenty to get the photos done, your guests will be missing you and getting bored.
Yes. Ceremony allow 1 to 1.5 hour, 1 hour for photos maybe a bit more.
Yes that is sensible provided provision is made for your guests either with games and/or canapes and refreshments. We request your photographer attend the Estate prior to your wedding to ensure they are familiar with the locations and do not waste time wondering where to do the best shots.
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A two hour gap is completely acceptable between Ceremony and Reception, however I wouldnt go any longer. In saying this it also depends on how far away the Ceremony and Reception are from each other or if they are at the same location.