Frequently Asked Questions
What happens at a civil ceremony?
What shape and size is your cake stand?
A civil ceremony is a non-religious ceremony,
conducted by the Registrar from Ayr Registry Office.
We have round and square cake stands.
Can we book the civil ceremony with you?
No - you need to contact the Registrar yourselves
to arrange your desired date. The number for our
local Registrars’ office is 01292 617617.
What time does the bar close?
The bar will stay open until 12.30am for non-residents.
How many people should we cater for in the
evening?
Your reception package will include all your
evening guests.
What is the etiquette for the receiving line, top
table, speeches?
The round tables in our function rooms seat up to
10 guests.
How you choose to run your day is entirely up to
you. Traditionally, the receiving line and top table
includes the Bride and Groom, both sets of parents,
the Maid of Honour and the Best Man. Speeches
are generally expected from the Father of the Bride,
the Groom and, of course, the Best Man.
What is a wedding breakfast?
How do we make a booking?
It’s the first meal that you share together as
husband and wife – and by tradition it’s called
‘breakfast’ whatever time of day it is!
To book The Marine Hotel for your wedding please
contact the Wedding Co-ordinator on 01292 676208.
How many people can sit at each table?
When do we pay?
We’ll ask for a £500 deposit to confirm your
booking, then 50% of the total cost three months
prior to your wedding, with the balance due 28 days
before the big day itself.