The Kinmel, St. George Rd,

Abergele, Conwy LL22 9AS

North Wales

T E L E P H O N E

01745 832014weddings@thekinmel.co.uk

C O N T E N T S

Ceremonies & Celebrations.... . . .1

Function Suites.........................2

The Hotel..............................3

Your Special Day........... . . .........4

Fine Food..............................5

Civil Ceremonies............ . ........6

Wedding Countdown................7

Advice on Wedding Etiquette......9

Set in the heart of the North Wales coast, with far reaching views of charming countryside, The Kinmel provides the perfect venue for your wedding.

With over 40 years’ experience specialising in

weddings of all sizes and a reputation for fine

food and exemplary service, we can assure you

we offer everything to make your day special

and memorable.

The Kinmel is rich with history and charm and

with a programme of improvements now complete -

including luxury accommodation suites, a beautifully

landscaped garden and magnificent Spa -

the whole wedding experience from start to finish

will be one to remember.

The beautifully designed and decorated function

rooms can accommodate intimate Civil Ceremonies

for a handful of guests to the most lavish of

Wedding Breakfasts for up to 250. Why not

treat yourself to one of our fabulous Wedding

Packages and a luxury Spa experience at Kinspa

in advance of the big day and take away all the

stress? We will assist you with all the planning and

preparation and our experienced and professional

team will guide you through the comprehensive list

of choices to make your day perfect.

In short we will be on hand every step of the

way to ensure you have the day you have always

dreamed of.

We offer everything to make your day special and memorable.

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C E R E M O N I E S & C E L E B R A T I O N S

THE MANOR RESTAURANT

Situated at the heart of the Hotel, this room

boasts a magnificent 18th Century fire place

and can seat up to 58 for a Wedding Breakfast.

Elegantly decorated in neutral colours with a

stunning central crystal chandelier, it provides

an exquisite setting for a Reception or indeed

a Civil Ceremony.

THE BALLROOM

This magnificent room is filled with natural light

and patio doors lead out onto its own private

balcony. With the capacity to hold Wedding

Breakfasts for up to 250, it can also be extended

into the Manor Restaurant facilitating up to 300

seated. With a stylish bar, private outside seating

area and large dance floor, this suite offers the

perfect wedding and evening reception setting.

PACKAGES

Choose from one of our fantastic packages or

tailor your own. See The Wedding Packages and

Selector for more details

The Kinmel exclusiviTy

The Kinmel PlaTinum

The Kinmel celebraTion

The Kinmel WinTer

F U N C T I O N S U I T E S

A N D P A C K A G E S

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ACCOMMODATION

Our choice of Wedding Packages includes

either complimentary use of a Luxury Room or

The Bridal Suite for the Bride & Groom. The

Bridal Suite offers a private balcony, super

king sized bed and an en-suite with a king size

bath and ‘His & Hers’ sinks. Luxury Rooms are

sumptuously appointed and offer equally splendid

accommodation. The Bridal Suite can be added

as an extra or included as part of The Kinmel

‘Platinum’ Package, what better way to retire after

your big day? Or why not take advantage of the

Exclusivity Package and book the whole Hotel for

your family and friends.

GUESTS

Executive rooms are also available to your guests

as part of the ‘Platinum’ package or alternatively

available to book at discounted rates. All Single,

Double and Twin rooms in The Kinmel are discounted

for Wedding Guests, please speak to your Wedding

Planner to discuss your specific requirements.

WELLBEING

If you want to make your stay with us extra special

and take the opportunity to relax and prepare

before your Wedding Day, the new luxury Spa is the

ideal retreat to get away, prepare and de-stress.

The Kinspa ‘Bridal Radiance’ package is available

exclusively to Kinmel Brides and gives you the

opportunity to spoil yourself, Mother and Bridesmaids

whilst preparing for your special day. In addition to

use of the Spa this includes Mii Bridal Make Up with

a trial pre the wedding day enabling you to plan

in advance every detail of your beauty and make

up. With a swimming pool, hydrotherapy pool,

aromatherapy steam room and sauna, six luxury

treatment rooms and a relaxation suite overlooking

rolling countryside, let our team of highly trained

therapists relax and prepare you.

Refer to the accompanying Kinspa Package &

Treatment Selector for further details.

T H E H O T E L

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All the elements to allow you to tailor your special day to suit you are available at The Kinmel. From personalising your chairs to a themed table plan, menu and place cards, to lighting and centre pieces, we can make sure you have it all.

If you find yourself spoilt for choice or having

difficulty deciding, then we are happy to assist and

advise and you could consider one of our fantastic

complete Wedding Packages. Alternatively you can

pick and choose from some of the following options:

• Dedicated Wedding Planner with you at every stage

• Pre wedding Spa Break or Day for Bride & Groom and Guests in Kinspa

• Red carpet reception

• Civil Ceremony room hire

• Banqueting Manager to act as Master of Ceremonies

• Wedding Breakfast room hire

• White linen table cloths and napkins

• Chair covers with hand tied sash in your chosen colour

• Choice of table centre pieces

• Personalised place cards, table plan & menus

• Mood & uplighters

• Fairy light curtain

• Top Table skirt

• Traditional wedding cake, stand & knife

• Reception drink on arrival

• Delicious three or four course Wedding Breakfast

• Wine or soft drink with your meal

• Glass of sparkling Wine, Prosecco or Champagne for the toast

• Evening Reception room hire

• Choice of Evening Buffet for guests

• DJ and Evening Disco

• Luxury Bridal Suite for the Bride & Groom

Any special requests are catered for where

possible and for more information on

available options see the accompanying

Wedding Packages & Selector.

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Y O U R S P E C I A L D A Y

We at The Kinmel believe that every wedding should be unique and personal to each couple, so our Executive Chef has used his skills and experience to produce an extensive list of choices from which you can select and create your own personal Wedding Breakfast.

Offering a wealth of delicious dishes made with

the very best in fresh produce, much of it locally

sourced, these options offer fine dining but on

a large scale. All dishes are carefully chosen to

ensure you and your guests enjoy a fine culinary

experience not to be forgotten.

The Menu Selector accompanying this brochure

is themed to ensure you get the best produce

available and includes a choice of soups, other

starters, intermediate dishes, main courses and

sweets to tempt and please any palate. We are

pleased to assist in the selection of accompanying

drinks, wines and canapés to suit and again our

Menu Selector contains a comprehensive and

inclusive list from which you can make your choice.

The Evening Reception Menus provide a choice of

buffet menus carefully chosen to suit the mood.

This is the part of the day where you relax and let

your hair down so select the Menu that best suits

your party mood.

All dishes are carefully chosen to ensure you and your guests enjoy a fine culinary experience.

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F I N E F O O D

CIVIL MARRIAGE & PARTNERSHIP CEREMONIES

The Kinmel welcomes all couples to celebrate

their love and commitment for each other.

The Manor Restaurant is licensed to conduct Civil

Ceremonies and Partnerships and holds upto 100

people.

Ceremonies start no earlier than 2pm

unless agreed with the Wedding Planner

and the Hire Rates incorporated in the

accompanying Wedding Packages & Selector

include the use of the room one hour prior

to the Ceremony and for one hour after

for photographs.

It is the responsibility of the couple to provide us

with suitable music in advance, to allow it to

be played and tested before the Ceremony.

If preferred you can arrange live music such as

a harpist or a string quartet. No food or drink

is allowed in the Ceremony room.

BOOKING YOUR CEREMONY WITH THE REGISTRAR

You are responsible for booking the Registrar

to attend and conduct your Civil Ceremony.

To do this please contact:

The Superintendent Registrar: Town Hall,

Lloyd Street, Llandudno, Conwy LL30 2UP

Telephone: 01492 576525

Email: regulatory.services@conwy.gov.uk

Please note the Registrar’s Fee is payable direct

to the Registry Office.

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C I V I L C E R E M O N I E S

Planning a wedding is often complicated and stressful. We have created a Wedding Checklist to assist you at every step and make the process easier.

STARTING THE ARRANGEMENTS

• Decide on the number of guests and make a list

• Discuss the budget with those involved

• Visit The Kinmel - for the best experience arrange

to view when a wedding is being set up

• Pick your date and when you have decided

you want to celebrate your wedding at The Kinmel,

contact us and ask us to provisionally hold that date

• If you have chosen to have a religious ceremony,

visit your Minister and book the date and time

• If you have chosen a Civil Ceremony contact

Conwy Council Registrar to give notice

• Secure the date with The Kinmel by completing the

Booking Form, paying a deposit and booking the

luxury Bridal Suite for the evening

12 MONTHS TO GO

• If you have chosen to get married on a weekday,

contact all your close friends and family so they

can arrange time off work in advance

• Choose the Best Man and the Bridesmaids

• Choose your colour scheme

• Choose the Wedding Dress and Attendant’s gowns

• Choose and book early all professional services

such as photographer, videographer, ceremony

and reception entertainment, cake, transport,

florist and table decorations

• Attend one of The Kinmel’s Wedding Fayres for

some valuable tips and suggestions

• Book your Honeymoon

• Take out Wedding Insurance

9 MONTHS TO GO

• Choose a wedding gift service

• Compile a list

• Choose your wedding rings

6 MONTHS TO GO

• Arrange your Visas and vaccinations if required

for your foreign honeymoon

• Order the invitations and other stationery

• Send 50% of the total cost payment to The Kinmel

• Ask your guests to book their accommodation at

The Kinmel if required

• Select your Day Spa Package at Kinspa for the

week or day before your wedding

3 MONTHS TO GO

• Confirm Ceremony arrangements with Church

or Registrar’s Office

• Bridegroom, Best Man, Fathers and Ushers to

order their suits

• Send out Invitations with a note asking guests if

they have any special dietary requirements

• Buy wedding shoes and bridal accessories

• Choose gifts for attendants

• Meet with your Wedding Planner at The Kinmel to

discuss the arrangements for the Reception. (This

is a mental rehearsal of the Big Day as we will go

through all details including timings, drinks and

catering choices)

• Check anything that will be affected by your

change of surname

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W E D D I N G C O U N T D O W N

4 WEEKS TO GO

• Arrange Hairdresser and make-up appointment

• Arrange final fitting of wedding dress

• Ensure that speeches are written (traditionally the

Bride’s Father, the Bridegroom and the Best Man)

• As you receive responses to your invites, start planning

your seating plan for the Wedding Breakfast

• Write the place cards

• Wedding make-up consultation at Kinspa

• Confirm booking for Spa Day in Kinspa

2 WEEKS TO GO

• Meet with your Wedding Planner at The Kinmel to

discuss final arrangements

• Pay 100% on the estimated balance of the Reception

• Confirm final detail with all the professional

services (florist, photographer, transport etc.)

THE WEEK BEFORE

• Pack for your Honeymoon (check Passports and

foreign currency if required)

• Provide Order of Service to Ushers

• Delegate as much as possible

• Bring all the bits and pieces to The Kinmel (place

cards, favours, guest book etc.) so those are in

place and out of your way

THE DAY BEFORE

• If you have booked - enjoy your Spa Day at Kinspa

ON THE DAY

• Have a relaxing bath, a good breakfast and give

yourself plenty of time before the Ceremony to get

your hair and make-up done and get dressed

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W E D D I N G C O U N T D O W N

TOP TABLE PLANNING

The traditional way to seat everyone is on a long

table of eight. From left to right as we face the

Top Table it is as follows:

Chief Bridesmaid, Grooms’ Father, Brides’ Mother,

Groom, Bride, Brides’ Father, Grooms’ Mother,

Best Man. An alternative is to sit the Brides’ parents

together and the Grooms’ parents together.

THE WEDDING CAKE

The cutting of the wedding cake is to symbolise that

the Bride and Groom will be sharing everything

in their future together. A mock cutting of the cake

can take place with the photographer during the

Reception drinks hence allowing the photographer

to take uninterrupted photographs.

The official cake cutting ceremony takes place after

the Main Course with the help of the Master of

Ceremonies, or if preferred can take place at the

beginning of the Evening Reception allowing all the

guest to witness the cutting. In this case it will be

with the assistance of the DJ.

SPEECHES

The best speeches are not the ones read word for

word. It’s a good idea to give yourself plenty of

time, write your speech out in full and then transfer

your points onto cue cards to help you remember.

Most importantly remember the audience are all

friends and family and to speak from the heart.

IN THE TRADITIONAL ORDER

Father Of The Bride - thanks guests for coming,

toasts absent friends, welcomes his new in laws into

the family, tells funny and touching stories about the

Bride from childhood to current. Then importantly

toast to the Bride & Groom.

Bridegroom - thanks his Father In Law for his kind

words, thanks both sets of Parents for all their help

during wedding arrangements, explains how and

when he met the Bride and importantly compliments

her, thanks everyone for coming and then toasts

the Bridesmaids.

Best Man - replies on behalf of the Bridesmaids, tells

humorous stories about the Groom, reads out cards

from any guests that couldn’t make it and finally

toasts the Bride and Groom.

THE WEDDING DRINKS

A traditional way to thank your guests for attending

your Wedding Ceremony is with a drink on arrival

at the Hotel. It is also customary to provide a drink

with the Wedding Breakfast meal. Some people

find the more the merrier, however this is personal

preference. The final drink is to toast the Bride

and Groom.

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A D V I C E O N W E D D I N G E T I Q U E T T E