Plan your perfect wedding with a timeline, budget breakdown, vendor checklist, and month-by-month action plan from engagement to big day.
Your Details
Classic wedding · 100 guests · £20,000 budget
£200/head · 12 months away · June 2027
Total Budget
£20,000
Guest Count
100
Cost per Head
£200
Venue Budget
£6,000
30%
Catering Budget
£6,000
30%
Photography
£2,000
10%
Venue booked
Month 2
Photographer booked
Month 3
Invitations sent
Month 7
RSVPs received
Month 10
WEDDING DAY!
1 June 2027
| Period | Focus | Tasks | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12+ months before | Foundations | Set budget · Draft guest list · Agree style · Start venue search | The earlier you book, the better choices you have |
| 9 months before | Major bookings | Book venue · Book photographer · Book caterer · Set date officially | Top vendors book up to 18 months ahead |
| 6 months before | Details | Wedding attire · Invitations sent · Florist booked · Band/DJ booked | Invitations: 6 months for formal, 3 for casual |
| 3 months before | Final planning | RSVPs confirmed · Seating plan · Rehearsal dinner · Final fittings | Set RSVP deadline 6–8 weeks before date |
| 2 weeks before | Final checks | Confirm all vendors · Final guest count to caterer · Pack for honeymoon | Brief all wedding party on roles |
| Wedding day | CELEBRATE! | Enjoy every moment — this is what all the planning was for | Trust your vendors — let go and be present |
Book venue and photographer first — these are the first to sell out, often 12–18 months ahead.
£200/head is a solid budget for a quality event.
Always add 10–15% contingency to your budget — weddings consistently run over.
You have great lead time — take your time choosing vendors and compare at least 3 quotes for each.
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