What to Book First When Planning a Wedding in Yorkshire

One of the first questions newly engaged couples ask is:“Where do we even start?”

Wedding planning can feel overwhelming, especially when everyone has an opinion. From experience working at hundreds of weddings as a Yorkshire wedding magician, the couples who enjoy the process most are the ones who book things in the right order.

Start With Your Venue

Your venue sets the tone for everything else - your date, guest numbers, layout and even entertainment options.

Yorkshire venues book up quickly, particularly:

• Barn venues

• Summer weekends

• Bank holidays

Once your venue and date are secured, everything else becomes easier.

Book Your Photographer and Key Suppliers Early

Photographers, videographers and popular entertainers are often booked 12–18 months in advance.

Suppliers who work full-time in weddings (including a Yorkshire wedding magician) tend to fill diaries quickly because they only take one wedding per day.

Entertainment Isn’t an Afterthought

Many couples leave entertainment until late in the planning process - but it directly affects how your wedding feels.

Booking entertainment early allows you to:

• Plan your timeline more effectively

• Avoid awkward gaps

• Keep guests engaged during photos and drinks

Everything Else Can Follow

Once the big-ticket items are booked, the rest falls into place far more naturally. Trying to plan details before securing availability often leads to unnecessary stress.

Photo: Natalie Pluck Photography

Mark Waddington is a professional Yorkshire wedding magician, specialising in modern close-up magic for weddings across the region. Having performed at hundreds of weddings, Mark knows exactly how to keep guests entertained at the moments that matter most.

If you’re planning your wedding and want entertainment that feels effortless, fun and unforgettable, you’re in safe hands.

👉 Visit www.mark-waddington.co.uk for more information or to receive your free quote.