Chair Covers
Jersey farm advises that you have a minimum of 90 chair covers so that at least the main room has enough covered chairs for day and evening. If you decide on covers for the civil ceremony and then need to use the same covered chairs in the reception area there will be a small charge of £20.00 as we need to have extra staff to move the seating and replace with others. We don't mind which company you use as long as you understand that you or the supply company are responsible for the delivery, dressing and taking away of the covers and bows.
Do we charge corkage?
We do not allow customers to bring any food or drink onto the premises except for edible favours and wedding cake.
Alcoholic favours ?
We do not allow parties to supply alcoholic favours.
Do we allow confetti ?
Yes as long as it is biodegradable, and preferably thrown outside of the building. Silk and fresh petals are allowed. Foil in any form is not allowed. Bubbles are accepted.
Should we put cameras on tables ?
This is allowed however remember you will gets lots of photos of the same thing. Our staff will collect and save cameras.
Can we decorate tables ?
Obviously we supply table cloths, candle sticks and napkins etc. that blend in with the room, We can put flowers on tables or your florist can supply. Sprinkling of foil is not allowed due to damage to hotel machines. If you want us to put napkins on that you have supplied we can agree a mutual arrangement.
Do we cater for all guests on the evening ?
Yes up to 200 guests then we can come to a percentage agreement. We do not count items out we give good portions that enhances are reputation.
Can we take left over food home with us ?
Simply due to health and safety regulations we are not allowed to let customers do this.
Do we take presents home on evening ?
We will store this safe overnight for you along with the cake and any flowers left.
Do we supply place cards ?
Yes - normally decorative inscribed by yourselves, these will be asked to group in tables and kept separate to ease our table setting.
Does the bar stay open all day ?
Yes for the duration of the event. We do not operate a late bar service due to the size of the hotel. The bar is open to residents while we clear up and then guests are asked for a final drink which can be consumed in the residents quiet lounge or their room.
Can we just have an evening reception ?
On a Saturday and peak Fridays due to demand. The minimum event is a wedding package for 60 adult guests and 90 evening guests with a buffet. This can be at what time of day you require. We do not do just cater with a buffet for the main reception meal because of our enviable reputation guests look forward to visiting Jersey Farm expecting a delicious and hearty meal. Other types of function are available upon other days of the week best is to contact hotel with your requirements email us reception@jerseyfarm.co.uk
How will the day pan out ?
If you were having a civil ceremony with us we like this reasonably early as you have spent a lot on a day then you may as well have a nice relaxed one that is calm and make the most of it.
We suggest your ceremony is at maybe 1pm then guests could arrive from 12 midday for drinks prior to the ceremony.
The ceremony lasts approx. 20-30 minutes depending on readings etc.
Guests would then take a arrival drink and head out onto the terrace for photos. Canapes can be served at this point. Allowing approx. an hour for photos. The bridal party will then be formed into a receiving line and guests invited to the tables. So approximately sitting down for the wedding breakfast at 3pm. Allowing 1 and half hours for the meal and time for speeches cutting of the cake etc. We envisage the meal being over by 6pm latest. If evening guests are invited for 7.30pm that gives you a nice break for guests to chill out and explore or just relax in the bar for about an hour. The evening guests start arriving at 7.30. The first dance would be around 8.30/8.45. Buffet would be served around 9.30pm and dancing until approx. 12.30am.
All together a relaxed and enjoyable hassle free day.