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We booked this venue for my daughter’s wedding on 13th September 2025.

The staff here were very accommodating to all our requests. Imran was our point of contract. He was always available to answer any questions we had. And anything we wanted to add was never a problem.

On the day a password was provided for the parking. There were two members of Staff outside, keeping everything in order.

When we arrived for the event everything was set up immaculately. They really exceeded our expectations. It looked amazing. We couldn’t be happier with the service provided.

The food was served hot and on time (8:30pm). The quality of the food was excellent. We were worried about it as we hadn’t tasted beforehand. But we were very pleasantly surprised by how good it tasted.

All the waiting staff were quick to serve food and top up where needed. We didn’t need to ask for anything. When the event was over our leftover food was packed ready for us to take away.

I would highly recommend this venue to anyone wanting to have a perfect wedding day.

We recently held our wedding at Digbeth Wedding Hall, and we couldn’t be happier with our choice. From the very beginning, the team was incredibly accommodating and supportive. Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but the staff made the entire process so much easier with their professionalism, flexibility, and attention to detail.

Every question we had—big or small—was met with patience and clarity. They worked with us closely to make sure our vision was brought to life exactly how we imagined it. The venue itself is stunning, with a modern yet elegant feel that made for a perfect backdrop to our special day.

On the day of the wedding, the team went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. From coordinating timings with vendors to making sure our guests were looked after, their presence was calm, helpful, and reassuring throughout. We truly felt like we were in safe hands the whole time.

Our guests are still talking about how beautiful the venue was and how seamless everything felt. We’re so grateful to the Digbeth Wedding Hall team for helping create memories that will last a lifetime. Highly recommend for any couple looking for a stress-free, beautiful wedding experience.

We recently attended a wedding here and were truly impressed. The hall was spacious, clean, and elegantly decorated, providing a perfect setting for the celebration. The lighting and acoustics were well-designed, enhancing both the ceremony and the reception. Staff were courteous and attentive, ensuring everything ran smoothly. Parking was ample and convenient. While the catering and decor were good, a bit more flexibility in layout options would have been appreciated. Overall, a great venue that strikes a fine balance between style, function, and value.

I had my wedding here and everything was absolutely perfect—from the food to the décor. The venue was beautifully set up, and the service was outstanding. A special thanks to Imran, who was incredibly helpful and made sure every detail was taken care of. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. I highly recommend this venue to anyone looking for the perfect place to celebrate their special day

Very good wedding hall. Couldn’t have asked for a better staff team. They were so welcoming and friendly, especially Nazia Parveen. They were extremely helpful and made sure everyone had food and were overall very quick and efficient. 5 stars from me! Definitely recommend this hall.

Ahmed is a super star. He’s very being so nice to us. One of the best person. Bless him.

A wonderful experience at this venue. Everything we requested for was there and on time. Imran (manager) was brilliant – answered all my questions and addressed my concerns. The food was great quality. The venue interior was stunning and decorated the way we wanted it to be. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for a wedding venue.

Last month, we had the pleasure of visiting a stunning hall in Birmingham for a wedding ceremony. The venue boasts an inviting atmosphere, adorned with elegant decor that creates a warm and cozy ambiance. The staff members were exceptionally well-mannered and friendly, ensuring that every guest felt welcome and comfortable. This hall is particularly well-suited for segregated parties, offering dedicated spaces that allow for intimate gatherings. We were able to calmly perform our prayers in a serene setting, further enhancing the meaningful experience of the day. Overall, it was a beautiful location that contributed to a memorable celebration.

We had our wedding here about a month ago, and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The team was so organised, helpful, and genuinely caring—it took all the stress off me and my family so we could just enjoy the day. They anticipated every need before I even had to ask. Everything ran so smoothly, and our guests had the best time (I’m still getting messages saying it was one of the best weddings they’ve ever attended). I’d recommend this place in a heartbeat to anyone planning their big day.

Beautiful hall & venue in Birmingham.
Has ample private parking. The venue is so lovely, it has a beautiful garden to take pictures in and for children to play in comfortably so that parents can enjoy the function. The salaah rooms were comfortable and probably the best I’ve seen at a venue. Highly recommend this place ⭐️

Very nice venue, lots of parking available, staff friendly, beautiful decor inside, quite big inside, food was great too

A Truly Exceptional Experience at Marigold – Thanks to Rima!

We recently celebrated a family wedding at the Marigold, and I can genuinely say it was one of the most seamless, beautifully organised events we’ve attended, all thanks to the incredible staff and especially Rima, the wedding coordinator.

From the very beginning, Rima stood out as a true professional. Her communication was timely, clear, and reassuring throughout the planning process. No question went unanswered, and no detail was too small for her to handle. She worked tirelessly behind the scenes and on the day itself to ensure everything ran like clockwork.

The itinerary was thoughtfully prepared and expertly managed, guests knew exactly where they needed to be and when, all without ever feeling rushed. Rima took the time to personally guide guests when needed, helped with transitions between each part of the day, and was always one step ahead in making sure everything flowed smoothly.

What made the biggest impact was how calm and composed she remained throughout, even when the inevitable last-minute changes came up. Rima handled them with grace and efficiency. Her warmth and hospitality made everyone feel welcomed and looked after, which truly enhanced the entire experience for our family and friends.

It’s no exaggeration to say that Rima is a tremendous asset to the Marigold. Her dedication, organisation, and genuine care for her clients’ special days shine through in everything she does. We feel incredibly lucky to have had her support for such an important occasion and would wholeheartedly recommend both the venue and her services to anyone planning a wedding or special event.

Thank you again to Rima and the team at Marigold – you made our day unforgettable!

We had an amazing experience visiting this wedding venue. From the moment we arrived, our host was exceptionally welcoming and made us feel completely at ease. Their professionalism and attention to detail were evident throughout the entire viewing.

What stood out the most was how thorough they were in explaining every aspect of the venue and the booking process. They ensured we understood what to expect and provided valuable insights to help us make an informed decision. Their knowledge was extensive, and they answered all our questions with confidence and clarity.

We also really appreciated their respect for culture and religion, making us feel comfortable and understood. It was clear they were experienced in catering to a diverse range of weddings, which was very reassuring.

Overall, the experience was fantastic, and we left feeling well-informed and excited about the possibility of hosting our wedding here. Highly recommended!

Arrived here for a wedding. Absolutely beautiful, classy and elegant venue. The food here is hands down the best I’ve eaten at a wedding (Manol Catering). The venue is big in size, provide a lovely prayer area, has plenty of car parking space and has a beautiful elegant touch to the whole building. Loved this place. Perfect for weddings. Would definitely recommend 10/10

We were at the venue today 19th April for a family wedding.
The food was excellent and the service was 10/10.
The waiters attended each table and without asking the refill was coming.
It was managed very well
Thank you for looking after all the guests and making it memorable for the family.
Happy guests and a lovely venue this is what a person needs on their childs special day.
Keep up the good work

We recently celebrated my sister’s wedding today Al Miraj Banqueting suite and I can’t say enough good things about the experience. From the very beginning, the staff was warm, professional, and incredibly attentive to every detail. Planning a wedding can be stressful, but their team made the process feel smooth and manageable.
The venue itself was beautifully maintained, spacious layout, and welcoming atmosphere for guests of all ages. The setup was flawless, and everything ran on schedule, which we truly appreciated.
What really stood out was the level of service. The staff was courteous, well-organised, and responsive throughout the entire event. From coordinating with vendors to ensuring every guest was comfortable, they went above and beyond to make the day special.
Thank you to everyone at Al Miraj for helping make my sister’s big day truly unforgettable. Highly recommended for any special occasion!

Visited the venue for a friend’s wedding. Was our first time coming here and being in Birmingham. The venue was lovely and the decor was great. The staff were very prompt at bringing our the food when it was time.

I recently attended an event here. They have nice decorated hall but unfortunately, the food did not meet expectations. The dishes lacked flavor and some items ( kababs, chicken curry and dessert as well ) seemed poorly prepared. For an occasion as important as a wedding, I expected much better quality and taste. I hope the management takes this feedback seriously and improves their catering service for future events.

Easy parking and access. Massive venue with plenty of space. I love the starry sky black ceiling near the stage. Staff were attentive and hard working. Food was great. I’m looking forward to a future wedding here.

A big thank you to all the staff at Al Miraj Banqueting you all provided an amazing service. The management team was very professional and outstanding, took care of everything and made everything thing look so easy.I would highly recommend this Venue. The management team will accommodate you in every aspect.thank you

We booked this venue for my sons wedding. Great spaciouse venue with loads of parking . Amazing service from the Management team and staff. The food was also supplied by venue caterer which was really good standard. Thanks for making the day as stress free as possible.

Great value and great service

I highly recomend the venue

Well done

I have used this company for my sons birthday every year for the last 5years!! Ashley and his staff are amazing! They have a wide range of bouncy castles and always thinking of child safety when setting up. We’ve never had a bad experience using this company. Most recently for our son’s birthday in July. Dan and Sunil set up our son’s fun run bouncy castle and it was stress free install. Thanks Ashley and staff for another awesome birthday

Hired a children’s bouncy castle for our son’s 3rd birthday party. The guys gave us a call to let us know they would be with us shortly, turn they turned up in good time, very professionally set up, then checked what time our party would be finishing and returned later that evening to collect, again very happy with the team that came to collect. They’d had a busy day but non the less were full of smiles and polite asking if we’d enjoyed ourselves and ensured that we were happy with our hire, which we really were.
For me it was a toss up between Model My Party and another company, but these guys straight away advertised their insurances and made it clear they were a professional company. Would highly recommend, thank you Ashley and the team.

We booked the pink pastel castle for our daughter’s 8th birthday and it exceeded every expectation. The team arrived early, handled everything with professionalism, and were genuinely friendly throughout. The castle itself was immaculate and added a beautiful touch to the celebration. We will absolutely book again and highly recommend their service thank you a day she will alway remember

Really happy with lovely bouncy castle and rainbow softplay! The owner and staff were lovely when dropping off and picking up. We will definitely be ordering again next year!

Had a recent hire of a pink bouncy castle for my daughter birthday party. The service was exceptional. They came on time set up and ensured they arrived on time to collect. I would definitely recommend and I will be using them again for my son’s christening party.

We hired a bouncy castle and ball pit package. Kids were thrilled! The whole experience had been great. Booking was easy. Drop off, collection went smoothly. Just a minor detail, payment arrangements were not very clear and had to chase for payment details. But definitely worth 5*

Absolutely brilliant- very easy to book online and they have a good range of packages available. The two people who came to set up were lovely, professional and so helpful. All the kids loved the soft play package set and it was reasonably priced for the number of hours we had. Thank you so much! Will be using again in future.

On the 3rd of August 2025 we had the hall booked for my son’s weddings and I must say it has been an honour. The scenery was beautiful. To the owner, Shak, and the staff of this establishment, you have been amazing and incredibly supportive of our needs, the food was ASTOUNDING, and at the last minute they were very adamant with providing cars for hire when I got into some issues with places elsewhere. The amazing owner, Shak, detailed the venues additions such as, food stalls, 360 vid shoot, which was incredibly generous and I’m appreciative for this as it lifted some of the burdens of my shoulders.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Incredible Experience!

We had our wedding party on 21/07/2025, and it was nothing short of perfect. The service was amazing from start to finish — the staff were attentive, friendly, and made sure everything ran smoothly.

The food was on point — beautifully presented, full of flavor, and our guests are still talking about how great it was!

What really stood out was the exceptional customer service. Every detail was handled with care and professionalism, and the team made us feel completely supported throughout the day.

Highly recommend this venue to any couple looking for a stunning location, fantastic food, and a team that truly cares. Thank you for helping make our day so special! ✨

Very nice hall. Decor is really nice. Can have a big or small event. They cater for all.

Recently had my wedding at grand occasions, i honestly could not have asked for anything better,
The decoration of the hall was beautiful, the food was amazing and the service was 10/10.
Everyone worked so hard to make the day perfect and it did turn out perfect.
Would definitely recommend this hall as they will just go above and beyond to make your day special.

Had a function at grand occasions and can I just say Waseem is absolutely fantastic! The whole event range smoothly I did not have to worry or stress! Venue was absolutely beautiful exceeding my expectations, would 1000% recommend booking for your functions!

I recently had an event at grand occasions, and I couldn’t be more impressed! From the moment we walked in, the staff was welcoming, professional, and incredibly attentive to every detail. The hall itself is stunning—elegantly decorated, spacious, and equipped with everything we needed for a smooth and memorable evening.
I also appreciated how smoothly everything ran thanks to the on-site coordination team.If you’re looking for a venue that combines beauty, service, and convenience, look no further. Highly recommend grand occasions for weddings, or any special occasion!

I held my Mehndi at Grand Occasions, and I can confidently say that choosing them was one of the best decisions I made.

In the lead-up to the event, the team were extremely accommodating, helpful, and understanding, offering their full support throughout the planning process. On the day itself, every detail came together seamlessly – from the stage design and table set-up to the lighting, ambience, and catering. Everything was executed to perfection. The team took the time to listen to my ideas, thoughtfully incorporated them, and went above and beyond to deliver more than I could have imagined. The staff on the day were professional, attentive, and a genuine pleasure to work with.

Jazakh’Allah khair to the brothers at Grand Occasions – may Allah reward you abundantly for your hard work and dedication.

We hired Vibe to DJ our wedding at Ansty Hall in July 2025. It was great to have a supplier who could to easily customize and adapt to our needs for the day ( and the British weather!) From ceremony music being perfect, to the evening do, keeping the dance floor busy! thanks very much – Julian and Hilary.

First I would like to say a giant thank you to the entire Vibe Entertainment production crew for being so amazing and giving my husband and I the best night of our lives!!!

Anthony is absolutely incredible – we felt so confident and comfortable with him and trusted him for all the things big and small. He didn’t leave anything for us to worry about leading up to the big day, and during the day itself, and assisted us on other important decisions for the day that were not entertainment related. His knowledge and advice was spot on for anything wedding related, and we greatly appreciated the assistance on all the little things!!

The rest of the Vibe crew is just as amazing. From the composition of the sets, to the incredible talent of the live music (pianist and saxophonist) we couldn’t have been happier. Everyone went above and beyond my expectations and my guests are still talking our ears off about how amazing the entertainment was!!!! Our cocktail hour was beautifully enhanced with our pianist, and we all had so much fun with the roaming photo booth. Our monogram inside the ballroom was absolutely stunning and was perfect for what we needed. Our saxophonist at the reception was above and beyond incredible and his talent and energy is unmatched!! We wish we could go back and do it all over again just to experience the night with the Vibe crew again.

Do not even think twice about booking Vibe Entertainment for your day because it was the easiest decision for us, and I would do it 10/10 times over again!!!!!!

We had Vibe Entertainment for our wedding last weekend and they were absolutely brilliant! We had the video DJ, Photo booth and Confetti Cannons and it was just perfect! Staff were great, great music and LOTS of fun! Would highly recommend!

We had vibe dj at our wedding and they was amazing knew just how to get every one on the dance floor and we danced all night long! We also had the video dj package and it was out of this world they set up a photo backdrop and bring a massive box of props funny hats,wigs and loads more! The screens with the images and videos playing all night long and guests can also send them images off there phone to be displayed! But Looking through the album the next day was a highlight of our day! Highly recommend these guys! A massive thank you from us Carl & Diana x

We had vibe for our wedding on Saturday and wow what an amazing set up they have! We had the video dj, dry ice, the spark fx and the Photo Booth and it was all perfect from start to finish! I can’t recommend them enough! Thank you again from the new Mr & Mrs Trevitt

We booked Vibe DJ and photobooth for our wedding on Saturday 11th June 22 and they were absolutely brilliant! The music was spot on, the dancefloor was full all night and the props they provided for the photobooth were hilarious – we keep looking at the album they gave us afterwards, priceless memories of a fantastic day and perfect night – I can’t recommend them highly enough!! Thank you so much, from Kathryn and Ronnie x

Used vibe for our wedding first dance, dancing on the clouds, sparklers and confetti cannon. Well worth the money arrived and set up all on time and couldn’t fault them would recommend to anyone wanting a special moment!

Very nice and beautifully decorated. I’m not sure if they cater their own, Food was very delicious and served very well!
There’s a photograph corner where they make your group photos or even singles, you stand on the island and camera moves around you. I don’t know what it’s called but all guests enjoyed it alot, both the children and adults. So all thumbs up

Overall Experience
While specific details about the venue’s amenities or services are scarce, the ballroom appears to be a notable event space in Birmingham. If you’ve attended an event here, you might highlight:
– **Ambiance:** Mention the decor, lighting, and overall atmosphere.
– **Capacity:** If known, discuss whether the space comfortably accommodated guests.
– **Service:** professionalism, responsiveness, and catering
The venue is listed on the UK Food Hygiene Rating website
Comparisons to Other Ballrooms**
For context, other grand ballrooms like:
– **The Grand Hotel Birmingham** (500-guest capacity, historic Louis XIV-style decor)
– **Manhattan Center’s Hammerstein Ballroom** (22,000 sq. ft., modern tech)
could serve as benchmarks for evaluating Quaid-e-Azam’s offerings.

Went to my friend walima today at this venue gotta say was astonishing from the get go the design of the interior was extravagant and details was a wowzer .upon entrance recived apertizer such as shish kebab and battered shrimp accompanied by soft drinks the service was top notch .the food on the menu seemed promising .from starts to dessert .BUT .for some reason it was so spicy took away my taste buds .even the briyanni .I though it was only me but everyone on the table were mentioning how spicy it was as it was burning their tongue and that too from 9 other different people who i didn’t know that were seated along side me ..the butter chciken and paanir was yummy so I had to give the food like 7/10 to even it out otherwise I know I would of really enjoyed it and i nkownitnwould of been a 10 /10 the food is the main attraction alongside the bride and the MOST talked about .so i hope the venue takes this feed back and Improve on it the service was great waiters were very attentive and courteous. ..plenty of parking space and plenty of decor to take vibrant pics with .overall the atmosphere was amazing

I recently hosted our daughter’s wedding at Quad e Azam (28/07/25) and we couldn’t be more grateful for the exceptional service and support we received from start to finish. The entire experience was flawless from the initial planning stages to the big day itself.

A special mention must go to Annisa, our dedicated wedding organiser, who was truly an absolute gem. Her professionalism, calm demeanour, and attention to detail made the entire process stress-free. She went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly, and her efforts didn’t go unnoticed. Annisa is a true asset to Quad e Azam, and we are so thankful for her support.

The service on the day was impeccable staff were attentive, well-organised, and respectful throughout the event. Everything was executed with precision, allowing us to simply enjoy the occasion with our loved ones.

Thank you to the entire team at Quad e Azam for making our daughter’s wedding so memorable. We highly recommend this venue to anyone looking for a seamless and beautifully managed event.

Lovely hall. Plenty of parking and very spacious. Had a lovely prayer and whudu area upstairs. Nice side rooms and a lovely big hall

We recently held our wedding at the Quaid e Azam Grand Ballroom in Birmingham and I couldn’t be happier with how the day went. From the very beginning, the team were incredibly professional, friendly, and easy to communicate with. I was a bit worried about timings on the day, especially with getting family and guests together and arriving on time, but the team really pulled everything together and made it all work smoothly.

The coordination was spot on and everything ran to schedule without feeling rushed. The food was amazing and we had so many compliments from guests. One of the things that stood out to us was how well Quaid e Azam catered to our multicultural wedding. They were understanding, flexible, and made sure that all cultural needs and preferences were respected and beautifully integrated into the day.

Our family and friends left happy and full of praise for the venue. We’re so grateful to the team for making it such a stress-free and memorable day. Highly recommended for any couple planning their big day.

Held my daughters Rukhsati here. Mustafa & Anisah were really helpful. The lunch was bang on, the service was great. Nobodyleft disappointed. They were really accommodating considering there was 630 guest.

On the downside, entrance into the ballroom should be earlier this would accommodate more time for photos at the end if you have a large family like mine. We couldn’t have chosen a better venue for our happy occasion.

I can’t thank Mo and Alisha enough for the wonderful work they are doing. They’ve been supportive, approachable, and always quick to communicate whenever needed. Alhamdulillah, my son has found his partner through this group and recently got engaged. I would strongly encourage others to join — it’s a service that truly makes a difference.

Everything about the event was well thought out and perfectly organised. The team made me feel welcome and comfortable right from the start. The atmosphere was respectful and halal, and the timing was spot on. I’m genuinely impressed.

The event was organised really well and the categories really helped to ensure people were speaking to actual potentials. Started in a timely manner and finished on time. Felt comfortable throughout and the helpers were amazing at organising 1:1s. The 1:1s were at the side allowing for a comfortable experience without being interrupted. Would definitely recommend.

Amazing experience, excellent turnout. Lots of people, staff very helpful
Alisha, in particular went out of her way to help everyone! Great value for money & food was fantastic. Great selection

“If you’re serious about finding the right match, I’d highly recommend attending these events. I went to the ones at Royal Nawaab in London and My Nawaab in Manchester, and they were fantastic — 5 stars!

Hi all,

Thanks to Muslim marriage events, Mo and Alisha,

The WhatsApp group is amazing, found my future spouse within a year.

Cant be any more happier.

Thank you for all the help and support in the process.

Best wishes

The event was very well planned out, the food was very good and the organisers Mo and Alisha were so nice and helpful. I was nervous at first but felt very comfortable with their guidance and support throughout the event.

We hired Amy to style our wedding reception last weekend and we were so happy with the results. We wanted a rustic Christmassy feel, with lots of lights, trees and a bit of sparkle. She absolutely nailed it! We’re so happy with how it looked!
Amy was fantastic to work with as well. We had great communication with her and her assistant. She really went above and beyond for us, even dropping all the trees off at our house the next day, so we could give them to our neighbours!

Ava Event Styling are absolutely incredible and we’re so glad we had them for our wedding.

From the start we felt in good hands as Amy and Amanda did such an amazing job taking our prompts (which were pretty much ‘I like wildflowers and these colours’) and turning them into a mood board of inspiration.

We had to move our wedding twice due to COVID and Ava were incredible throughout. In that time the costs associated with flowers and labour both increased but Amy was amazing working with us to get something that would work for our vision.

The result was absolutely spectacular and I will never forget walking into the court at Hampton Manor and seeing the display. Amy outdid herself and I could not have asked for a better artist to take on our wedding.

Literally everything was amazing – communication, timekeeping, and the flowers – the passion Amy has for her craft and the care she puts in for her couples is exemplary. All of our guests commented on the flowers. I am so glad we went with Ava and I would recommend them to anyone – you won’t regret it.
(Photos by Marta May Photography)

We hired Amanda and Amy to style our wedding at Hampton Manor eighteen months ago. Given that we had only given ourselves and AVA 3 months to plan and pull off our big day, Amanda and Amy were just brilliant and took so much of the stress away. Great attention to detail, superb style ideas and sourcing, we would recommend them in a heart beat to anyone looking for 2 amazingly creative minds. We also received so much positive feedback from our guests about the ceremony and table styling, something you don’t expect guests to take too much notice of. Big up AVA xx

From the initial meeting I had with Amy at Ava Styling, I knew her and Amanda were the florists for our wedding. I also knew what flowers and what colours I wanted – white with greenery. My nana had Lily of the Valley at her wedding and to carry on the tradition a few years later was an amazing feeling. The day before the wedding I was getting updates of how things were progressing on Instagram, which was lovely. In fact, I even shed a few tears at one point after seeing a video of fresh bunches of Lily of the Valley being unwrapped. So I’d just like to say – from the first meeting to a week or so after the wedding when a few tulips were hanging limply in a vase on my Mum’s fireplace – the flowers and Ava Styling were perfect – thank you.

Amy from Ava Event Styling worked pure magic on our December 2023 wedding. Her incredible talent blended our very diverse ideas into the perfect look that we, and our guests, loved. Amy’s creativity and meticulous attention to detail turned our somewhat blurry vision into beautiful reality, making the day absolutely unforgettable. She provided a clear and stress-free planning process that not only made the journey to build the look fun, but gave us absolute confidence that the end result would be exactly what we wanted.

Amy’s ability to understand, enhance, and execute our vision, combined with her clear process and exceptional attention to detail, made our December wedding an unforgettable and magical experience. Thank you, Amy, for turning our dreams into reality!

I have been lucky enough to have worked with the super fabulous ladies of Ava for over 8 years now as our first choice UK based wedding florists & stylists. They are just so talented & have such an eye for how to transform a space. They not only take the brief & create it but far exceed all expectations, blowing our clients away every time. They have created some of our most beautiful events both in the UK & Lake Como & as wedding planners we love working with them. They are both professional but so lovely to work with too, our clients love being able to sit & Char, throwing ideas around together. They are experts in their craft & recommend them to all brides & planners who want the best.

I wasn’t happy with Ava Event Styling Ltd, which was the firm my wife hired for our wedding on 13th May 2017. The most crucial thing about a wedding is to “get to the church on time” – they were working to the church being open at 12.30pm for a 1.30pm wedding when in fact the church was open at 11.30am for a 12.30pm wedding. They advised that they were given the wrong time by a member of staff at the church, but I was not satisfied with that as I felt that Ava’s directors should have recorded our instructions (which we gave them) properly. Amanda Plester asked my wife by email three days before the wedding when the ceremony start time was, and she was given the correct information by reply. To be fair, the Ava team did send a text message to my wife the day before the wedding which referred to their incorrect understanding of 12.30pm access time for the church… but unfortunately this text message was sent to my wife’s work mobile telephone number rather than her personal mobile telephone number, so we only picked up this message at the end of our honeymoon. When I reviewed the contract documentation after the event, I saw that my wife’s correct personal mobile telephone had been confirmed on that documentation – therefore I feel we had a legitimate expectation that Ava’s directors would contact us on that number, even if at any previous time the other number had been used – after all, I can’t see what more the client can do other than a) provide the correct telephone number and b) then check that the correct telephone number is on the contract/order note!

Net result of all of this was that a) our church wedding proceeded without the pew-end flower displays which we had ordered (although to be fair they were reused at the wedding reception), b) some photos from before/after the wedding don’t match in the way I would have reasonably expected because members of the wedding party were dressed with buttonhole flowers later than I would have expected, c) we lost thirty minutes of our wedding reception (and suffered the embarrassment of our guests waiting in the church for thirty minutes) because of the delay in the delivery of bouquets to the bride and bridesmaids (to be fair we could have reduced the delay by foregoing some of the photographs but I don’t really feel we should have had to do that) and d) we were both quite upset at what had happened – can you imagine this happening on your wedding day after eighteen months of planning, and can you imagine the feeling in the bride’s hotel room when the florists did not turn up at a time they were reasonably expected?

To be fair I would say that Ava’s directors had every honest intention of fulfilling the engagement properly, and that the flower arrangements supplied were to a high standard, but in our case – in my personal opinion – the positive points were completely outweighed by this one timing issue. I think their administration procedures should include more checks and balances to prevent a situation like this from arising, and I feel they should take responsibility for taking all crucial instructions from their client properly in good time before the event. Hopefully they have learned from this experience.

From my own perspective, I very much wish we had hired a different firm.

We have recently used Humsafar for our Hindu wedding events and cannot recommend them highly enough! They have been absolutely wonderful in every respect – responsive, creative and reliable. They have a wide range of decor available and do a great job in tailoring it to any event to create a really special atmosphere that is appreciated by all. Zaid and his team are lovely and nothing was too much trouble for them.

World class decor! Not to mention, Zaid is such a creative person, lovely to work. He brought my ideas to life. I can’t thank you enough ❤️

Good wedding planner for Asians, and pakistani wedding, and been in business for over 15 years.. I well done.. Alhamdulillah..

Used for a family wedding. Thanks