Ha ha don't I know it - I thought I'd make preliminary enquiries then in a few months see registrar and arrange a date - all done over the phone in two minutes!. Still thinking about venue thing of course but I have a few months for that one I expect. Many thanks truthseeker - I am holding you responsible for this! Have to say though am relieved that it's finally done, we have kept putting it off for various reasons, house, bills, family not here etc etc - eventually you just have to do it!!
Yikes - responsible for people getting married, thats a new one Im guilty of!!!
Ill let you know if there is anything unexpected at the registry office appointment next week, have all my documentation ready for it, dont anticipate anything unusual but if there is anything to report ill come back and let you know.
I will be investigating venues myself shortly - we are going with small dinner on day of wedding with larger party the next night so not quite what youre after, but if I do come across anywhere nice that might suit your needs on my investigations Ill let you know.
Criteria as follows: Small wedding (40 people tops), civil ceremony, want to get married in evening ceremony (5pm ish) then nice drinks/cocktail reception then nice meal followed by drinking in to wee hours.