Your Civil Partnership Guide
Your Guide to the Perfect Reception
Every Civil Partnership at Halswell House is unique and our Civil Partnership coordinators will work with you to ensure your day is unforgettable. This guide to the perfect reception is only a loose framework which can be tailored to your exact requirements.
Welcome Drinks
Civil partnership receptions at Halswell House normally begin with Guest Welcome Drinks and non-alcoholic alternatives for children in The Justice Room.
Ceremony
Halswell House is licensed for Civil Ceremonies.
Drinks and Canapés
Whilst photographs and other civil partnership formalities are completed guests are invited to enjoy drinks and canapés in the Chintz Room and Ballroom.
Suggested Table Seating Plan
From left to right facing the civil partnership table:
Best Man, Chief Bridesmaid, Groom's Father, Bride's Mother, Groom, Bride, Bride's Father, Groom's Mother, Bridesmaid, Bridesmaid.
Civil Partnership Toasts and Speeches
Civil Partnership speeches would normally take place at the end of the meal accompanied with Toasts - the following is the usual order of proceedings:
The partners cut the cake, during, or after the celebration breakfast.
Toast to 'The happy couple', this is normally proposed by one of the partner's close family or friend.
Evening Reception
The evening reception is a popular addition to the civil partnership ceremony and breakfast that may appeal to both you and your guests.
Flowers and their Meanings
No doubt you have a favourite flower or a specific colour you want for your bouquet and floral additions, but did you know that traditionally most flowers have a meaning?
