Hiring a coach for a wedding: what should you consider?
With a coach for your guests, nobody has to drive at your wedding, everyone arrives together and everyone can relax and enjoy the day. Here is how to go about it.
When is a coach a good idea?
For example, when the ceremony and the party are in different places, when guests come from far away and stay in a hotel, or when you would like nobody to have to drive home after the party.
Draw up a clear schedule
List the timings of the day: pick-up, ceremony, photos, dinner, party and journey home. Send us that schedule and we will check whether the timings are realistic and how many journeys are needed.
Choose convenient pick-up points
Agree on one or a few places where all the guests board, such as a hotel, a car park or the station. That way the coach does not have to call at every address and the schedule stays manageable.
Think about the journey home
Parties often run late. Agree in advance what time the coach will leave for the return journey, and whether two return journeys might be needed: an early one for those who want to leave sooner and a late one for the party-goers.
Bear in mind that the driver must comply with driving and rest times; on a long day, this can affect the schedule.
A drink on the coach?
Drinking alcohol on the coach is only allowed with the express permission of the operator. If you would like your guests to be able to take a drink on board after the party, please arrange this in advance.
Frequently asked questions
- How many guests can come along?
- Our coaches seat from 30 to 90 people. For larger groups, we deploy several coaches.
- Can the coach stay available all day?
- Yes, the coach can drive your guests around all day. Send us your schedule and we will plan the journeys around it.
- How early should I book the coach?
- As soon as the date and venues are known. Especially in the summer wedding season, it is wise to book in good time.