Planning a wedding is a joyous occasion filled with dreams of perfection, but the reality is that the unexpected can and sometimes disastrously does happen. From unruly guests to bored children and hazardous indoor fireworks, numerous factors could potentially disrupt your wedding day. To ensure your wedding remains memorable for all the right reasons, we've compiled some practical tips to help you avoid some common, and some not so common pitfalls.

Preventing Wedding Disasters

Keep the Drinks in Check

Weddings are a time for celebration, and it's only natural to want to keep the champagne flowing. However, too much alcohol could result in guests getting a little out of hand and may lead to some embarrassing moments. Here are some tips to keep the celebration fun but not out of control:

• Limit Open Bar Hours: Consider having an open bar for a limited period, such as during the cocktail hour and the first part of the reception. This can help reduce excessive drinking later in the evening.
• Signature Cocktails: Offer a couple of signature cocktails with lower alcohol content to give guests a tasty alternative to stronger drinks.
• Non-Alcoholic Options: Provide plenty of water, soft drinks, and mocktails to keep everyone hydrated and to offer alternatives to alcoholic beverages.
• Bartender Vigilance: Hire experienced bartenders who can recognise when someone has had too many wedding drinks and can tactfully slow down their service.

Wedding Activities for Kids

If you're inviting children to your wedding, keeping them entertained is key to avoiding disruptions. Here are some ideas to keep the little ones happy::

• Kids' Activity Packs: Preparing fun packs with colouring books, crayons, puzzles, and small toys may be a good idea to keep your younger guests entertained.
• Dedicated Kids' Area: Set up a special area with games, crafts, and activities. Consider hiring a professional entertainer, such as a magician or balloon artist.
• Childcare Services: For a more stress-free solution, you could hire a babysitting service to take care of the children, allowing parents to enjoy the celebration.

Safe and Spectacular Alternatives to Indoor Fireworks

Indoor wedding fireworks can add a touch of magic to your wedding, but they also come with risks, including potentially damaging your wedding venue. Here are some safer alternatives to fireworks displays that can still provide that wow factor:

• Sparkler Send-Off: Hand out sparklers to guests for a dazzling send-off. Consider having a designated outdoor area and provide safety instructions.
• Light Shows Opt for a professional light show that can create stunning visual effects without the risk of fire.
• LED Balloons Fill balloons with LED lights for a whimsical and safe decor option that adds sparkle to the event.
• Confetti Cannons: Use confetti cannons to shower the newlyweds with a burst of colour and excitement.

Protecting Your Wedding with Public Liability Insurance

Even with meticulous planning, some things are beyond your control. This is where Wedding Public Liability Insurance comes into play. Unfortunately, accidents happen, whether it's a guest slipping on the dance floor or a mishap with the wedding cake. Public Liability Insurance for a wedding can provide cover for accidental damages to third party property or medical costs arising from accidental injury to third parties.

With Dreamsaver Wedding Insurance, the marrying couple will benefit from £2million public liability cover as standard. This can be extended to include your wedding guests as well and you can increase your cover to £5million for an additional fee.

Get Wedding Insurance for your special day with Dreamsaver

At Dreamsaver Wedding Insurance, we provide cover for church weddings, civil ceremonies, and weddings abroad!

Plus, you'll benefit from the following areas of cover with a Dreamsaver policy:

• Public Liability Cover - up to £5 million
• Cancellation Cover - up to £80,000
• Financial Failure of Service Suppliers - up to £22,500
• Cover for Wedding Gifts - up to £17,500
• Rings, Flowers & Wedding Cake Cover - up to £17,500
• And so much more!

See the policy wording here for full information on what is and is not covered.

Please note: policies must be purchase a MINIMUM of 14 days before the ceremony date.

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*This article is for information and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute advice in any way. The information provided here is correct at the time of writing however please check the latest policy wording here for the latest policy terms, conditions and exclusions.

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