Totally Absolutely Engaged
Totally Absolutely Engaged is your behind-the-scenes look at the modern wedding industry - packed with expert insights, hilarious stories, and honest advice for couples planning their big day.
Hosted by Isla and Paul, CEO of one of the UK’s top event rental suppliers, each episode features candid conversations with wedding professionals - from planners and florists to photographers and venue stylists. Together, they share their biggest wedding tips, industry secrets, and even their ultimate wedding icks.
Listeners also get to hear real wedding dilemmas sent in by brides and grooms - from seating chart dramas to last-minute vendor chaos - as Isla and Paul unpack the best (and funniest) ways to handle them.
Whether you’re planning your own wedding, working in the wedding industry, or just love hearing about love, Totally Absolutely Engaged brings valuable wedding planning advice, insider knowledge, and a healthy dose of humour to help you plan smarter and laugh harder.
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Totally Absolutely Engaged
Venue Decisions Couples Overthink (and What Actually Matters)
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Welcome back to another episode of Totally Absolutely Engaged, the wedding planning podcast hosted by Isla and Paul, where real couples get honest advice from real wedding experts.
In this episode, Isla and Paul are joined by Jenny, owner of Swanley Meadows Tipi Weddings & Events, a stunning outdoor wedding venue in Cheshire offering ceremonies under the open sky followed by tipi wedding receptions. Jenny shares expert, behind-the-scenes insight into what couples really need to know before booking a wedding venue.
Together, they dive into:
How to choose the right wedding venue for your style, budget and guest list
Money-saving tips couples often overlook when booking venues
The real pros and cons of outdoor and tipi weddings in the UK
What couples should prioritise - and what they can skip
Common mistakes couples make when choosing a venue (and how to avoid them)
Whether you’re deciding between an outdoor wedding venue, a tipi wedding, or a more traditional setting, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you plan with confidence and avoid costly regrets.
If you’re engaged and currently searching for the perfect wedding venue, this episode is a must-listen.
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