What to Ask Your Wedding Venue Before Booking in Ireland

Booking a venue is often the first major decision couples make — and the one that shapes everything else.
This checklist is designed to help you ask the right questions at the right time, so there are no surprises later.

It focuses on the areas where confusion most often arises:

  • Ceremony setup & legal suitability

  • Outdoor plans and backup options

  • Timings, access, and room turnaround

  • What venues assume — and what couples need clarified

This checklist is about asking the right questions early.
The legal paperwork comes later — and only when it’s appropriate.

A simple, printable guide to bring with you when viewing or discussing venues. This checklist works best when paired with a basic understanding of how Irish wedding law fits together.

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Interior of a venue prepared for a legal marriage ceremony in Ireland.