Planning a Wedding in Hampshire?
5 Venue Questions You Need to Ask (from a Wedding Entertainer’s POV)
🎵 1. Sound Limiters: What You Need to Know
Some venues have strict sound limiters — meaning the volume can’t exceed a certain level without cutting the power.
If you're dreaming of a raucous, high-energy party, this might be an issue.
We’re experienced at working with sound limiters — we adapt with EQ, live sax volume control, and positioning — but they do restrict how “big” the party can get.
Top tip: Always ask your venue if they have a sound limiter and what the dB limit is.
🎧 2. Music Cut-Off Times & Silent Disco Solutions
Many venues have music cut-off times (often around 11pm or midnight), but the party doesn’t have to end there.
We can provide a silent disco setup on request — a fantastic way to keep guests dancing without upsetting neighbours or breaching venue rules.
It’s fun, unique, and keeps the energy going late into the night.
🏡 3. Home Weddings in Hampshire: A Growing Trend
There’s a real shift toward home weddings — whether in a marquee in your garden or a converted barn, it gives you more flexibility and a personal touch.
No venue rules. No early cut-offs. No sound limiters.
We provide full entertainment packages for home weddings, including DJ, live sax, full PA setup, and silent disco if needed.
If you’re planning a home wedding in Hampshire, we’d love to be part of it.
🍸 4. Where's the Bar? Yes, Really.
It might sound minor, but the bar placement can make or break your dancefloor.
If the bar is in a separate room, guests tend to disappear — and the energy dips.
A bar in the same room as the DJ/saxophone setup keeps the vibe flowing and the dancefloor full.Don’t worry about sounding professional. Sound like you. There are over 1.5 billion websites out there, but your story is what’s going to separate this one from the rest. If you read the words back and don’t hear your own voice in your head, that’s a good sign you still have more work to do.
🏛️ 5. Other Questions to Ask Your Wedding Venue:
Here are a few less obvious but crucial questions that can affect your entertainment plans:
What are the music cut-off times? (And is there any flexibility?)
Is there a sound limiter? What’s the dB limit?
Where is the bar located?
What time can the DJ/suppliers access the venue for setup?
Is there a microphone available for speeches? (If not — we can provide a wireless mic and PA system.)
Can background music be played during dinner or drinks? (We can supply a full-day DJ service, or ambient playlists and sax performances as needed.)
💍 Need Help Choosing a Venue?
We’ve performed at weddings all across Hampshire and London — from intimate home marquees to high-end venues with strict rules — and we’re always happy to share honest advice. If you're planning a home wedding or need a supplier who can handle music for the entire day, we’d love to help. Get in touch today or explore our DJ, SAX and DJ SAX Packages.