Planning Your Day

We’d be thrilled to host your special day — and to help make the planning as smooth as possible, here’s a checklist of everything you need to know:

If you’re at the start of your wedding journey, here’s how to make the most of your first steps with The Metropole:

After your visit to The Metropole, here’s what happens next:

You’ll have reviewed key questions and discussed your ideas in detail
Our Wedding Coordinator will have guided you through the different packages, answered any questions, and noted any extras or personal touches you’d like to include

Based on everything you discussed, we’ll create a personalised quote tailored to your plans
This will be emailed to you so you can take your time reviewing it and amend if needed

To secure your date and venue, a £500 deposit is required at the time of booking
Once that’s confirmed, we’ll support you every step of the way as you plan your perfect day

Book Your Registrar:
Once you’ve made a provisional booking with us, contact the Superintendent Registrar at Powys County Council immediately to arrange their attendance. Without their presence, the marriage cannot take place.
Registrar Availability:
All Metropole wedding ceremonies depend on the availability of both the Superintendent Registrar and Registrar. Please secure their attendance before confirming final plans with us.
Registrar Fees:
Fees for the Registrar’s attendance are paid directly to Powys County Council, not through the hotel.
Giving Notice of Marriage:
You must give notice in person to the Superintendent Registrar in your home district.
Notice is valid for 3 months, so be sure to do this in good time.
If you live in a different district to the wedding venue, you’ll need to collect the marriage authority and bring it to the attending Registrar before the ceremony.
Ceremony Content:
The ceremony must be civil and non-religious.
Any music, readings or performances must be secular and agreed in advance with the Registrar.
You’re responsible for checking any copyright permissions for music or readings.

Venue Access Times:
We’ll work with you to confirm when the room is available for decorating and setup (the day before your wedding)
Supplier Coordination:
Let us know your florist, photographer, and entertainment contacts — we’re happy to coordinate with them on timings and logistics. Alternatively, if you would like to see our trusted list of suppliers – let us know.
Guest Accommodation:
We can offer your guests special room rates — speak to our team about reserving a block of rooms.
Menu Tastings & Planning:,
Book in for a menu tasting to finalise your wedding breakfast and drinks package.
Parking & Accessibility:
Free on-site parking is available for guests. Please let us know about any accessibility requirements in advance.
Next Morning Options:
Extend the celebration with a post-wedding breakfast or spa visit — perfect for winding down together.

Planning Your Day & FAQs