KEEPING THE OAK TREE SAFE FOR YOU
We have taken plenty of steps to ensure that the Oak Tree of Peover is a safe environment for everyone who attends our venue. We have listed below some of the measures we have put into place.
- Additional sanitising facilities
- A full and thorough risk assessment and extra measures to make sure the venue if COVID safe
- Extra cleaning
- Fully supporting the test and trace system
- Additional training for all staff
- Helpful signage
- Adapted our customer service to deliver fabulous weddings and events that adhere to the government guidelines.
Options for Weddings Impacted by COVID-19
The team at the Oak Tree are currently focusing on working with our couples whose weddings are taking place over the next few months. We want to ensure that we can continue to provide a wonderful wedding venue whilst responding to the Government’s changing rules and guidelines.
If your wedding is taking place before the end of March 2021 and you are thinking of going ahead, we will try our hardest to answer any questions you have about your wedding planning. The best way to speak to us is to email the team and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
In response to the most recent Government guidance, stating that weddings are now limited to 15 people, The Oak Tree have made the following options available to all couples with a wedding booking up until 31st March 2021.
If your wedding is taking place after March 2021, current government advice only extends for the next six months, so we can only plan on the basis that your wedding will go ahead. We will of course inform you if there are any changes to the guidelines that may affect your wedding date. For now, we suggest you continue with your wedding planning and if you have any questions along the way, feel free to email the team and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
If the current restrictions should change, The Oak Tree reserve the right to change the options available to you.
OPTION 1
Continue With Your Original Date
At a reduced price
Ceremonies and receptions are currently allowed to take place with up to 15 people in attendance. The venue will still be exclusively yours to enjoy for the whole day up until 10pm so you can make the most of the beautiful surroundings and spend quality time with the ones you love.
We have had several amazing intimate weddings take place, and you can be rest assured we will do everything we can to make sure you have an incredible day. You can even have 15 guests for the daytime and a different group of 15 for your evening.
*Price reduction is dependent on restrictions in place at the time
OPTION 2
Choose A Brand New Wedding Date
Postpone your whole wedding and transfer your booking to any available date up to 31st December 2023. We will work with you to explore the perfect new wedding date for you.
Any venue payments you have already made will be transferred to your new date. Please note; there may be a price increase depending on which date you choose and your original contract will still apply.
*For second postponements, there will be a £250.00 admin charge
OPTION 3
Wait to set a date
We know that this is an uncertain time for many of us at the moment and there may be other concerns in your life too. The Oak Tree understand if you need some time to decide on a new wedding date and can give you the option of postponing your wedding until things are a little more settled.
A voucher will be given for the value of any venue payments already made. You will then have until 31st December 2021 to decide on a new wedding date. Please contact the team to discuss available dates. Your voucher will then be used towards your new wedding date. Dates offered up until 31st December 2023. Please note: there may be a price increase depending on which date you choose.
The voucher is non-transferable and non-refundable. It cannot be exchanged for cash in part or full and is valid for a single transaction only. The voucher will be issued via email and will form a binding contract.
*Please note: these options are currently available to couples with wedding bookings up until 31st March 2021 only.
The staff at the Oak Tree want you to know that our main concern is, and always has been, the happiness of our couples. The team are here to help and support you and will do everything we can to make sure your wedding day is right for you.
While we understand that plenty of you will have concerns and questions about your wedding, we are asking for a little patience as we help the many couples with weddings up to 31 March 2021.
Our team are extremely busy and are working reduced hours, with reduced staff, which means that our response time is a little longer than usual, but we are doing all we can to speak to you as soon as possible.
The staff at the Oak Tree want you to know that our main concern is, and always has been, the happiness of our couples. The team are here to help and support you and will do everything we can to make sure your wedding day is right for you.
While we understand that plenty of you will have concerns and questions about your wedding, we are asking for a little patience as we help the many couples with weddings up to 31 March 2021.
Our team are extremely busy and are working reduced hours, with reduced staff, which means that our response time is a little longer than usual, but we are doing all we can to speak to you as soon as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, the 15 does not include anyone working including your registrars, photography, venue & catering staff. The 15 does have to include the Bride & Groom.
Yes, and your bridesmaids can walk down too! This decision is up to the local Council and we are lucky that Cheshire West and Chester are allowing this as many are not.
Yes! The happy couple can enjoy their first dance together in front of their friends and family.
Music including live bands and DJ’s are still permitted, however, the music must be played quietly to avoid guests having to raise their voices. Unfortunately, no singing or dancing is currently allowed.
Couples are getting very creative and coming up with some great ideas for evening entertainment. Some ideas include table quizzes or games, a magician or comedy act.
Unfortunately, all guests and staff now must legally wear a face covering inside hospitality venues. When guests are seated at their tables and are eating/drinking, face coverings can be removed.
