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Do you have recommendations for different suppliers eg; entertainment, wedding cake suppliers, hair dressers etc...?

We can send you a list of suppliers contact details that we recommend. We also have the Health Club & Beauty rooms at Great Southern for treatments and professional make-up application.

Are table centre pieces included and what type?

Yes, you can choose between tall silver candelabras or fresh floral arrangements. Please note fresh floral arrangements are only included in certain Wedding Packages. Please talk to a member of our Wedding team for more details.

Are wedding chair covers & sashes included?

Yes and are complimentary. We provide a choice of ivory, light silver or black chair covers with either ivory, gold, black or purple sashes.

Is there a charge to use the Sweet Cart?

Couples can use the sweet cart complimentary. Any sweets required for stocking the sweet cart will need to be provided by the wedding couple.

Does the hotel have a post box?

The hotel has a post box & the couples can use it free of charge

Is there a wedding tasting included in the packages & how many can go to this?

Yes there is a complimentary wedding tasting for the wedding couple with our Lace & Silk packages. The wedding tasting is normally done 2-3 months prior to the wedding

Is there wine included in our package and Can we upgrade our wine if we wish?

Yes there is a set selection of 4 wines – 2 white and 2 red to choose from. Should you wish to upgrade your wine offering we have an extensive wine list for you to choose from which would be at an additional cost.

Are there special accommodation rates for our guests?

Yes, we can offer reduced accommodation rates for wedding guests. (A limited number of rooms apply)

Is the wedding suite complimentary on the night of wedding?

Yes, we have a choice of suites available to our wedding couples.

Can we take photographs in the hotel/gardens?

Yes of course and we are quite fortunate to have 6 acres of mature gardens, perfect for wedding receptions and outdoor civil ceremonies, weather permitting.

What time does the music finish?

If you have a bar extension included in your Wedding Package, amplified music must finish at 2.30am.

What time is the bar closed?

The bar in The Great Room closes at 2:30 and residents bar is open until 4am.

Do you provide an online wedding planning service?

Yes we provide complimentary access to the award winning wedding planning service Moposa.

Is parking complimentary for our guests?

Parking is complimentary on the day of the wedding. We request that each car driver gives the registration of their vehicle to reception.

Do you cater for children?

Yes, we can set up table/chairs, dvds, colouring books etc. during drinks reception and also arrange baby sitters if required.

Is there an in-house wedding coordinator? If there is a coordinator, will they be there for the duration of the reception?

We have a dedicated Wedding team and also Duty Managers who will be here to assist you with everything for your wedding up to and including your wedding day.

Do you cater for special dietary requirements? Coeliacs? Vegetarians?

Yes of course, just let us know your requirements.

Will you have a red carpet?

Yes and it is placed on the steps that lead to the main entrance door providing great photo opportunity moments.

Where does the band set up? Where is the dancefloor & does anything have to be moved for the dancefloor?

We have a stage for the band and the dance floor is at the stage end of the ballroom. In general only a small number of tables have to be moved after dinner to clear for the dance floor.

Can the drinks reception be in the gardens ?

Yes weather permitting.

Is there somewhere secure to store wedding cards/ gifts?

There will be a safe in your room for cards etc. and to also store gifts.

Do you have storage for items we need to bring in for our wedding day e.g. sweets, wedding cake, bathroom baskets etc...?

Yes we can store all these items for you.

Can I supply my own alcohol for my Wedding?

All alcohol consumed on-site is to be provided by the Great Southern. Please let us know if there is anything in particular you are hoping to serve to your guests and we would be happy to discuss.