FAQ’s
The Venue
Are there any dates that the venue is closed?
Is your venue licensed to carry out civil ceremonies?
How much does it cost to hold a civil ceremony at Manor Farm?
Will ours be the only wedding at your venue on the day?
How many people can you accommodate?
How many car parking spaces are available?
Is it ok to leave cars overnight?
Do you allow confetti to be thrown at the venue?
Do you allow candles to be lit in the reception room?
Do you allow professional fireworks displays at your venue?
Do you have landing permission should we want to hire a helicopter?
What time can things be picked up after the wedding?
The Barn
Do you offer the option of a marquee?
When can we have access to the barn in terms of decorating it?
Is there a room provided for the use of the bride and groom for the day?
Is there a dressing room that the bride and bridesmaids can use prior to the ceremony?
Is there an area that could be used as a crèche if needed?
Is there a quieter area for older guests to get away from the noise of a band/DJ?
Food
Can you supply examples of suggested menus along with prices?
Do you include a cake stand and knife if required?
Do you have a preferred order of service?
What time do you offer an alcoholic license until?
Do you insist on supplying the wine and champagne?
The Venue
- Is your venue easy to find?Manor Farm is located in Henley village, a 10-15 minute drive from the centre of Ipswich.
- Are there any dates that the venue is closed?Unfortunately we are unable to hold events on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
- Is your venue licensed to carry out civil ceremonies?Yes, we are licensed under Gipping & Hartismere Register Office which is based in Stowmarket. The contact details for the registrar are as follows: Milton House, Milton Road South, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1EZ, Tel: 01449 612054, Fax: 01449 775103, Email: gipping@registrars.suffolkcc.gov.uk.
- How much does it cost to hold a civil ceremony at Manor Farm?The fee to hold a civil ceremony at Manor Farm is £50.
- Will ours be the only wedding at your venue on the day?Yes, yours will be the only event on the day to ensure your day is a special as possible.
- How many people can you accommodate?The venue holds a maximum of 350 guests. The minimum numbers for Fridays and Saturdays during peak season (April-October) are 60 meal/daytime guests, and 120 evening guests. Manor Farm is unable to offer overnight accommodation for guests; however, there are a number of places which do, such as Damerons Farm Stays, which is a 20-25minute walk from All Manor Of Events.
- How many car parking spaces are available?There is room at the venue to park approximately 200 cars.
- Is it ok to leave cars overnight?Guests are permitted to leave cars overnight at Manor Farm and return to collect them by 12 the next day if we have another event.
- Do you allow candles to be lit in the reception room?Yes, as long as they’re in a suitable holder, candles are allowed.
- Do you allow professional fireworks displays at your venue?Yes we do, however, we will need to see public liability documents from your chosen company.
- Do you have landing permission should we want to hire a helicopter?Yes, we are able to have helicopter landings, as well as hot air balloons.
- What time can things be picked up after the wedding?You are able to pick up any decorations and other items that are left behind the next working day.
The Barn
- Do you offer the option of a marquee?If you have bigger numbers, we are able to set up a marquee either in the courtyard adjoining the main barn, or in the garden next to the barn.
- When can we have access to the barn in terms of decorating it?If there is no event the day before, you are welcome to access the venue the day before your event to set up. If there is an event the day before you can decorate the barn from 10.00 unless otherwise stipulated in your contract.
- Is there a room provided for the use of the bride and groom for the day?The reception room is available for the bride and groom to use for the day should they wish to.
- Is there a dressing room that the bride and bridesmaids can use prior to the ceremony?Again, the aforementioned reception room is offered as an area where the bride and bridesmaids can prepare themselves for the ceremony.
- Is there an area that could be used as a crèche if needed?The reception room could also serve as a crèche if smaller children are attending the event.
- Is there a quieter area for older guests to get away from the noise of a band/DJ?Should older guests need to get away from the noise of the disco/band, the reception room can accommodate these guests.
Food
- Can you supply examples of suggested menus along with prices?We have an array of suggested menus to offer you which can be tailored to suit your needs. These range from 3 course meals to Hog Roasts and buffets, all of which are prepared freshly on the day using locally sourced produce. We are able to supply these menus along with prices upon your request. Unfortunately, we are unable to permit the use of personal caterers.
- Do you include a cake stand and knife if required?Normally the cake maker will provide a cake stand and knife to suit the size and style of your cake; however, we do have a cake knife.
- Do you have a preferred order of service?We will work around your needs and desires to ensure the day runs the way you want it to.
- What time do you offer an alcoholic license until?For services from Monday to Friday, the alcoholic license is offered until 2am. On Sundays, this is limited to 11.30pm.
- What time can we party until?Mondays – Saturdays receptions can continue until 2am, and on Sundays until 12.30am.
- Do you insist on supplying the wine and champagne?No; however, if you do wish to supply your own wine and/or champagne, there is a charge of £6 per bottle corkage (exclusive of VAT).
Financial Questions
- What are the various options and costs for the use of your venue?
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