When it comes to planning your wedding, there are countless decisions to make, from the flowers to the favours, the music to the menu. But one detail that can truly transform your experience (and your stress levels!) is something many couples overlook: having access to your venue the day before to set up.

At The Glasshouse, we call it Signature Set-Up Day, and it’s become one of the most sought-after features for our couples. Here’s why having the option to set up the day before is more than just a convenience, it’s a luxury that we’re proud to offer to our couples.

The Benefits of a Day-Before Set-Up

1. A Calm and Collected Wedding Morning

Waking up on your wedding day should feel exciting, magical, and as stress-free as possible. But if you’re trying to squeeze in decorating tables, placing favours, coordinating suppliers, and answering last-minute questions on the morning itself, you’re already on the back foot.

By setting up the day before, everything is already in place. You can wake up, sip your coffee, and take in the anticipation of the day knowing that your vision has come to life and nothing’s left to chance. You can focus on what really matters -  getting ready, enjoying every moment with loved ones, and of course, saying “I do.”

2. More Time to Perfect Your Vision

Weddings are all about the details. You’ve likely spent months, or even years, dreaming about how the space will look and feel. A Signature Set-Up Day gives you the luxury of time to make sure every place setting, floral arrangement, and personal touch is exactly how you imagined it.

Without the pressure of the clock, you can step back, take it all in, and adjust anything until it’s perfect, with the venue’s full time and attention dedicated solely to you. Many of our couples even say this part of the process becomes one of their favourite memories: walking through the finished space the night before, seeing their dreams brought to life, and feeling that first magical rush of excitement.

3. Less Stress for Family and Friends

It’s not just the couple who benefit. Setting up on the morning of can put a lot of pressure on family, friends, and wedding party members, with everyone running around trying to help before the ceremony. This can leave everyone feeling frazzled instead of fully present for the occasion.

With a day-before set-up, you can delegate tasks earlier, or even better, simply enjoy the experience together as a team, knowing you have plenty of time. Your loved ones can relax on the big day, ready to celebrate with you instead of worrying about table numbers or misplaced chairs.

Why Couples Are Choosing Day-Before Access

Having access to your venue the day before has become a signature feature of premium wedding venues, and it’s easy to see why. Today’s couples are looking for a more relaxed, meaningful experience, and venues are responding by offering more flexible, couple-focused packages.

We’re seeing a growing trend toward multi-day wedding celebrations; with rehearsal dinners, welcome drinks, and even day-after brunches becoming popular additions to the wedding itinerary. Having access to the venue the day before fits beautifully into this trend, letting you begin your celebration earlier and truly savour the experience.

It also allows suppliers, from florists to entertainment teams, to deliver and set up at a more leisurely pace, especially important if you have intricate decor, custom installations, or a large guest count. No rushing, no panic - just peace of mind.

Why Choose a Venue With Signature Set-Up Day?

When choosing your venue, think beyond just the ceremony and reception space. The experience leading up to your wedding day is just as important, and having the option to set up the day before can be a real game-changer.

It’s one of those little luxuries that makes a big difference, ensuring your wedding day itself feels effortless, polished, and unforgettable. Your only job on the morning of your wedding should be to relax, get ready, and soak up every magical moment, and that’s exactly what our Signature Set-Up Day is designed to help you do.

Don't just take our word for it, here's what some our couples have to say:

"We loved the fact we could stay the night before with our close friends and family to set up and it made the morning after really relaxing."

"From the moment we arrived the day before the wedding they literally could not do enough for us. Everything we had discussed was there and ready, they had coordinated with other suppliers like the Cake designer, Photographer, Florist etc. so everything was arranged and all we had to do was add our little touches that we had brought with us, like wedding favours, some colour specific decoration, table names and place setting name tags etc."

"The 48 hour wedding package really made it that extra bit special as we were able to set up the day before, meaning we could have a lovely dinner with family the night before"

"Being able to stay the night before definitely helped my stress levels- and it was incredible to see the whole team working flawlessly to pull together the wedding we had envisioned"

Ready to Plan Your Perfect Day?

Your wedding day only happens once, and it deserves to feel just as magical as you imagined, from the very first moment you wake up. Every couple deserves the chance to make their wedding truly their own.

That’s why at The Glasshouse, our Signature Set-Up Day gives you exclusive access to your venue the day before, so you can decorate, plan, and perfect every detail at your own pace — and walk down the aisle knowing it’s exactly as you dreamed.

Contact us today to book a tour and discover how our Signature Set-Up Day can make your wedding extraordinary.