FAQ
Q - Can we be married in the Hotel?
A - Yes. Not only can you have your ceremony in the
Stunning Cathedral Ballroom but, weather permitting, you can have
your ceremony in our beautiful gardens, or for something completely
different why not take your vows in the paddock or winners
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Q - Are there facilities for me to get dressed in the
Hotel if I have my Ceremony there?
A - We will ensure that there are facilities made
available to you if you wish to get ready in the Hotel.
Q - Do you provide the music for the ceremony?
A - No, as music is such a personal choice we request that you
provide us with a CD or some alternative music of your choice to be
played on the day.
Q - Who arranges for someone to conduct the
Ceremony?
A - You have to source your own registrar, minister or priest to
conduct the ceremony.
Q - Is there are a charge for having the ceremony in the
hotel?
A - Yes, please see wedding co-ordinator for details.
Q - What is the cost of hiring the Cathedral Ballroom
for my Reception?
A - If your numbers are within our minimum requirement then there
is no hire charge for the Ballroom. If however you fall below our
minimum requirement there shall be a charge. Details can be
obtained from our Wedding Coodinator.
Q - Do you have a children's menu?
A - Yes we have a special children's menu for under 7`s and
children between 7 and 12 may have a half portion of the full
menu.
Q - Do you have a vegetarian option on the
menu?
A - Yes a vegetarian option is included as standard on our
menu.
Q - We have a guest with a special dietary requirement
is this a problem?
A - We are happy to cater for specific dietry requirements, however
we require the details in advance of the Wedding Day
Q - Can we change the menus around and will this cost
more?
A - Yes the menus can be changed around and it
would depend on what the changes were as to whether there would be
any extra cost.
Q - Can we have a choice menu?
A - You may if you wish but this is something that
we don't recommend as it slows service and increases the cost
to you. If you did then the menu would be priced with the
additional charge being made at the most expensive choice.
Q - How many guests can we have at the meal and then
joining in the evening?
A - The Cathedral Ballroom seats 200 for your
wedding meal and can accommodate up to 250 in total for the
evening. For larger Weddings our Princess Royal Events Centre is
ideal.
Q - Do you do a Drinks Package?
A - We do not offer set Drinks Packages to leave it flexible for
you to choose what you wish to offer your Guests throughout the
day, we are happy to discuss ideas/costs at the enquiry stage.
Q - Can I bring in my own wine?
A - We do not offer a corkage facility, we have an extensive wine
list to suit everyones palate and budget.
Q - I am being married abroad can I just have my Evening
Reception with you, and what is the hire charge?
A - We can offer Western House for Evening
Receptions on Monday-Wednesday (subject to availability &
excluding Bank Holiday Mondays), our Princess Royal Events Centre
is more suitable for Evening Receptions only and they can be held
at the weekend within the Events Centre.
Q - How much deposit will I have to pay to confirm my
Provisional booking?
A - We require a £500 non-refundable/non-transferable deposit
to secure your date with us, at this time a contract will be issued
for both the Bride & Groom to sign to guarantee your
Wedding.
Q - When do I have to pay the full amount?
A - We would require 50% of your estimated costs 3 months prior to
the Wedding and then the remaining balance would have to be paid 2
weeks prior to your date.
Q - Can I pay something to my wedding every month if I
wish?
A - Yes you can pay something towards your final bill every month,
or at any time, if you wish to do so this would then be deducted
off of your final amount.
To enquire about weddings at Western House Hotel & Ayr
Racecourse call 01292 294990 and our experienced
team will guide you through your options.