Full
Wedding Planning
In Berkshire
Lauren Batten Events
Choose Your Level of Support
Boss Bride
Hand over the reins and actually enjoy your wedding day
- On-the-day coordination (4hrs before to first dance)
- Full wedding day timeline creation
- 1-hour planning call
- Designated problem solver — nothing reaches you on the day
Bridal CEO
You've planned every detail beautifully. Now let someone make sure it actually happens
- Everything in Boss Bride +
- On-site venue meetings, open days and walkrounds + Venue Coordinator Liaison
- 2 additional planning calls
- Trello setup + supplier recommendations
Bridal Blueprint
Your dream wedding expertly planned from start to finish
- Everything in Bridal CEO +
- Venue & Supplier sourcing, vetting and booking management
- Mood Board & Vision Development
- Full Budget Support
What's Included With Full Wedding Planning
From your first vision call through to the final wrap-up — every element of your wedding managed, coordinated, and executed with care.
We start with a deep-dive into your wedding vision — your aesthetic, your priorities, your non-negotiables. Everything that follows is built around what matters most to you.
I'll build and manage a detailed budget from day one, tracking every cost, flagging risks early, and making sure you always know exactly where your money is going.
From photographers to florists, caterers to bands — I source, brief, negotiate with, and manage every supplier so you never have to chase a single email.
I'll research venues that match your vision and budget, arrange viewings, ask the right questions, and handle all venue communication from first enquiry to final walk-through.
A precise, minute-by-minute timeline built in collaboration with you — covering every supplier arrival, every transition, and every moment from getting ready to last dance.
I review supplier contracts, flag anything unusual, and keep a meticulous paper trail of every booking, deposit, and confirmation so nothing gets missed.
I'm on site from 4 hours before your ceremony — managing suppliers, running the timeline, handling every decision, and keeping your day running exactly as planned.
Once your wedding is done, I handle the loose ends — chasing outstanding invoices, returning hired items, and making sure everything is fully closed out.
Frequently Asked Questions
A full wedding planner manages every element of your wedding from engagement to wedding day — venue sourcing, supplier management, budget planning, contract review, timeline building, and full on-the-day coordination. Unlike a venue coordinator (who works for the venue) or an on-the-day coordinator (who steps in at the end), a full planner is your dedicated partner throughout the entire journey. Read: wedding planner vs coordinator — what's the difference? →
Full wedding planning in the UK typically costs between £1,500 and £5,000+ depending on the level of involvement and the scale of the wedding. Bridebook puts the average UK spend on a wedding planner at around £1,543, while Hitched and Guides for Brides both cite a broad range from £500 to over £4,000 for full planning. Lauren's full planning packages start from £997 — strong value for end-to-end, personalised support. View all packages →
Yes — and often significantly. A local wedding planner has existing relationships with suppliers, knows which venues offer genuine value, and can negotiate on your behalf in ways you simply can't as a one-time buyer. They also prevent costly mistakes: wrong supplier bookings, contract oversights, and budget creep that adds up fast. Read: how a local wedding planner can save you money on your Berkshire wedding →
The sooner the better. Ideally you'd book within the first few weeks of getting engaged — before committing to a venue or any key suppliers. That way your planner is involved in every major decision from day one. That said, Lauren works with couples at all stages, including those already mid-planning who need someone to take over and bring order to the process. The earlier you bring a planner in, the more value they can add. Check availability →
Yes — these are very different roles. A venue coordinator works for the venue and is focused on the venue's operations: catering, staffing, and logistics on their side. A wedding planner works exclusively for you — managing your external suppliers, your vision, your budget, and your entire planning journey from start to finish. Read the full breakdown: planner vs coordinator →
No — Lauren plans weddings across the whole of the UK and internationally. While she's based in Berkshire and has particularly deep local knowledge of the county's venues and suppliers, she's worked with couples in the Cotswolds, Cornwall, London, Spain, and beyond. Travel within 30 miles of Berkshire is free; beyond that, a simple mileage rate applies. Read: why local knowledge matters for your wedding →
Reviews From Couples
Across Berkshire & Beyond
"Lauren made our wedding in Spain effortless. She briefed every supplier, kept us completely in the loop, and meant we could actually enjoy getting ready without a single worry. She was the best investment we could have made."
Jo & Wayne Beck"Lauren was fantastic. The day ran so smoothly — she took such a weight off our shoulders. We didn't have to think about a single thing. Our families all commented on how relaxed we seemed, and that was entirely down to Lauren."
Charlie & Will Melvin"Having Lauren there meant we were completely present for our wedding day. She handled everything we didn't even know needed handling. If you're on the fence — just do it. You won't regret it for a single second."
Carys & Geraint Thomas