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	{
		"post_id": "190", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "We have some vendors that need to come on site before the event, what time can they arrive?", 
		"post_content_short": "Vendors, such as florist, DJ, Band etc can arrive after 10am for most of our events.  (This does differ if you have a daytime event)", 
		"post_icon": "", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.bridgewaterestate.co.nz\/more\/faqs\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-03-22 21:18:01"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "189", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "How many canapes is covered within the food per person pricing", 
		"post_content_short": "For the traditional wedding package we budget six canapes per person out of a selection of four canapes that you would choose<br \/>\nFor the Intimate Pop Up Package, we budget four canapes per person out of preselected canapes", 
		"post_icon": "", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.bridgewaterestate.co.nz\/more\/faqs\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-03-22 21:16:54"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "111", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "What services does Bridgewater offer during my wedding day?", 
		"post_content_short": "You get exclusive use of the estate for the time you have hired the venue (from time guests are due to arrive and due to leave), allowing you to host your ceremony, photos and reception all at one location. &nbsp;Please note, we do host viewings, final meetings and other supplier meetings during the day of your wedding but not during the time you have hired the venue from.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nThe venue hire charge covers cost of setting up, staff for the event (Including catering) and packing down.<br \/>\n<br \/>\n<br \/>", 
		"post_icon": "", 
		"post_content_type": "none", 
		"post_content_url": null, 
		"post_date": "2019-09-09 02:57:28"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "110", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "How do we secure a date for our event?", 
		"post_content_short": "To secure your booking, we require a completed booking form and a $2000 deposit. Once both of these are received, your booking confirmation\r\nis sent to you via your email.", 
		"post_icon": null, 
		"post_content_type": "none", 
		"post_content_url": null, 
		"post_date": "2019-09-09 02:57:15"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "109", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "My wedding booking has been confirmed. What is the next step?", 
		"post_content_short": "You will receive contact from us around 6-8 weeks out from your wedding day to book your final meeting, and your rehearsal, if required.\n\n<br \/><br \/>\n\tThe final meeting is usually 3 weeks out from your wedding. By this time you should have confirmed guest numbers and dietary requirements.\n\tThis meeting usually takes up to 2&nbsp;hours and we cover off the following;\n\t<ul>\n\t\t<li>Confirmed guest requirements (dietary requirements)<\/li>\n\t\t<li>Schedule of your event<\/li>\n\t\t<li>Decorations for your event (You select these from our extensive supply)<\/li>\n\t\t<li>Any other outstanding details to be answered<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<br \/><br \/>If you have something important you need to discuss prior to your final meeting, please do not hesitate to contact us.", 
		"post_icon": "", 
		"post_content_type": "none", 
		"post_content_url": null, 
		"post_date": "2019-09-09 02:57:02"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "108", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "What if I want to extend my event longer than 8 hours?", 
		"post_content_short": "You may extend your event by the hour by confirmation at time of booking. The cost of this is typically around $350\/hr. Site must be vacated\nby 12.00am (Last song played at 11.30am).", 
		"post_icon": "", 
		"post_content_type": "none", 
		"post_content_url": null, 
		"post_date": "2019-09-09 02:56:47"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "107", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "What time does the 8 hour wedding packages begin?", 
		"post_content_short": "The time is calculated from when your guests arrive on site (typically 30 minutes before your ceremony) and finishes when your guests need\nto be offsite.<br \/>\nTypically it takes 30 minutes after the last song is played to have all guests off the property, therefore, if last song is at 11.00pm then\nyour guests need to be off site by 11.30pm<br \/>\n<br \/>\nPlease note:<br \/>\nFor weekday weddings (Monday to Friday) ceremony should be not earlier than 4.00pm unless agreed by management<br \/>\nFor all weddings from Monday to Sunday, guests are required to be offsite by 11.30pm", 
		"post_icon": "", 
		"post_content_type": "none", 
		"post_content_url": null, 
		"post_date": "2019-09-09 02:56:34"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "106", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "What does the decoration package cover?", 
		"post_content_short": "The Bridgewater Decorating Package is comprehensive and exceptional value for money. It complements the unique features of our venue and is fresh, stylish and on trend.<br \/>\n\t<br \/>\n\tSilk flowers&nbsp;are used to bring in the natural surroundings and we work with you to provide a colour theme that suits your individual\n\trequirements.<br \/>\n\t<br \/>\n\tWe are constantly researching the latest decoration trends for weddings and other functions to ensure we stay on point for our clients.\n\n<br \/><br \/>Included in package;\n<ul>\n\t<li>Glittering tea lights<\/li>\n\t<li>Candles (Pillar and tealights are real, the taper candles are battery operated)<\/li>\n\t<li>Variety of candle holders and vases<\/li>\n\t<li>Variety of Silk Floral arrangements for tables<\/li>\n\t<li>Variety of Table runners<\/li>\n\t<li>Fountain in the Pool<\/li>\n\t<li>Aisle stands decorated and placed at ceremony area<\/li>\n\t<li>Dinghy on pond decorated<\/li>\n\t<li>Umbrellas for ceremony area (If using chapel or pond)<\/li>\n\t<li>Wine Barrels&nbsp;(If using chapel or pond)<\/li>\n\t<li>Variety of Seating Plan Boards<\/li>\n\t<li>Variety of Welcome Signs<\/li>\n\t<li>Wishing well, Gift Card Boxes&nbsp;or Birdcage to collect gift cards<\/li>\n\t<li>Blackboard signs for use throughout venue with your own special messages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<br \/><br \/>\n\tWedding decorations are planned with you at your Final Meeting. Maximum of 14 tables.You select decorations from our extensive range. We set\n\tthem up and take them down again.", 
		"post_icon": "", 
		"post_content_type": "none", 
		"post_content_url": null, 
		"post_date": "2019-09-09 02:56:19"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "105", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "Can I supply my own decorations?", 
		"post_content_short": "Yes, you are more than welcome to supply your own decorations to compliment our range. Our decoration package is compulsory so any\r\nadditional decorations you purchase will be at your cost.", 
		"post_icon": null, 
		"post_content_type": "none", 
		"post_content_url": null, 
		"post_date": "2019-09-09 02:55:59"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "104", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "Can the bride & bridesmaids get ready on site?", 
		"post_content_short": "Yes, we have a beautiful secluded bridal suite reserved for bridal party use only. Designed to provide a private relaxed setting for all the\n\tbeauty prep of the day, your bridal party will love being based onsite. It relieves the stress of being late and the need for expensive bridal cars. Suite available from 10am until start of your ceremony.<br\/>\n\t<br\/>\n\tCost to hire the bridal suite for up to 8 people is $250 up to the start of the ceremony (Options to extend this hire time is available).\n\tFor use of bridal party and your contracted beauty experts only. Showering facilities not available.<br \/>\n\t<br \/>\n\tThis is a self serve room so feel free to bring all the food and drink you require for the day while getting ready.<br \/>\n\t<br \/>\n\tIt is recomended that the makeup artist brings a 'ring light' in their kit as the lighting sometimes is challenging as natural light doesn't\n\thit the room until afternoon", 
		"post_icon": "", 
		"post_content_type": "none", 
		"post_content_url": null, 
		"post_date": "2019-09-09 02:55:42"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "103", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "Is there accomodation on site?", 
		"post_content_short": "Yes, we have a lovely schist &amp; cedar chalet for hire on site. Bride &amp; groom or event organizer have first option. Normal check in is\nat 2pm (we can arrange an earlier check in if Groom\/Groomsmen are getting ready on site) and check out is at 10am.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nChalet is $300 a night<br \/>\n<br \/>\nThere are several other B&amp;B style accommodation options located within 5-25 mins of Bridgewater. Please see accommodation link for some\noptions in the area.<br\/>", 
		"post_icon": "", 
		"post_content_type": "none", 
		"post_content_url": null, 
		"post_date": "2019-09-09 02:55:22"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "102", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "Can we provide our own catering?", 
		"post_content_short": "At Bridgewater we have our own onsite chef for all your catering needs. He is very talented, passionate and experienced, and offers many\r\ngreat menu options. As your hosts we are responsible for the wellbeing of our guests so do not offer byo food options.", 
		"post_icon": null, 
		"post_content_type": "none", 
		"post_content_url": null, 
		"post_date": "2019-09-09 02:55:07"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "101", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "Can we alter the menu to suit our needs?", 
		"post_content_short": "Our chef is very flexible and will consider all reasonable menu requests. When possible substitutions can be made. In certain circumstances\r\nthere may be a need for additional charges to cover extra expenses. Any extra expense would be discussed with you and no changes made until\r\nwritten agreement made.", 
		"post_icon": null, 
		"post_content_type": "none", 
		"post_content_url": null, 
		"post_date": "2019-09-09 02:54:51"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "100", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "I have a number of dietary requirments for my event, do you cater for this?", 
		"post_content_short": "Absolutely.  Our chef takes dietary requirements very seriously so please discuss your requirements with us and we will work with our chef\r\nto accommodate as best as we can.", 
		"post_icon": null, 
		"post_content_type": "none", 
		"post_content_url": null, 
		"post_date": "2019-09-09 02:54:36"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "99", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "Do we have to organise a DJ or band or do Bridgewater supply music?", 
		"post_content_short": "A really good DJ or band can enhance the dance portion of your event after the formalities are concluded.  They have the ability to change\nthe music according to the reactions of your guests. You are more than welcome to organise a DJ or band if your budget allows. \nAlternatively, if you are trying to keep costs down, the minimum needed is a playlist on your phone\/tablet and someone you trust allocated to change playlists throughout the event. Bridgewater has quality sound systems in both our garden and reception area to play your chosen\nmusic.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nPlease note: we have Noise Control plan that does not allow for louder than 40dB on the boundry. &nbsp;If management requires the DJ or Band\nto reduce the volume, they must adhere to this request or the venue has the right to shut the sound off.", 
		"post_icon": "", 
		"post_content_type": "none", 
		"post_content_url": null, 
		"post_date": "2019-09-09 02:52:39"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "98", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "Do you have onsite vehicle parking?", 
		"post_content_short": "Yes, our carpark fits around 35+ cars. We can block stack more if needed. For large events carpooling, minivans, or a 29 seater bus can be a\r\ngreat option. Vehicles larger than 29 seater buses are not permitted and there is no facility for parking on the road.", 
		"post_icon": null, 
		"post_content_type": "none", 
		"post_content_url": null, 
		"post_date": "2019-09-09 02:52:23"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "97", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "When do I have to pay?", 
		"post_content_short": "To secure your booking we require a deposit. Once your deposit is received your date is confirmed. The value of your deposit depends on the\r\ntype and scale of your event. Please ask us to calculate this for you. <br \/>\r\n<br \/>\r\nThe total outstanding balance is due no later than 5 working days prior to your event. Payment must be received at this time to ensure your\r\nevent goes ahead.", 
		"post_icon": null, 
		"post_content_type": "none", 
		"post_content_url": null, 
		"post_date": "2019-09-09 02:51:32"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "96", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "Do I have to pay a bond? and if so, when do I get this back?", 
		"post_content_short": "We require a bond which is refundable within 7 days following your event. The bond is to protect Bridgewater Estate against damages, missing\r\nitems, etc. that we consider excessive. So long as no items are missing or broken, you should expect a full refund.", 
		"post_icon": null, 
		"post_content_type": "none", 
		"post_content_url": null, 
		"post_date": "2019-09-09 02:50:18"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "74", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "Do you have a microphone that we can use during our event?", 
		"post_content_short": "Yes. We offer a handheld microphone for the ceremony, canapes area and separate microphone for the reception, all included in the venue\nhire.", 
		"post_icon": "", 
		"post_content_type": "none", 
		"post_content_url": null, 
		"post_date": "2019-09-03 00:35:10"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "73", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "Do you have AV equipment for our corporate event?", 
		"post_content_short": "Yes, we have a 65inch TV on a stand that wheels around that can be used for the event in the Reception area.<br \/>\n<br \/>\nPlease bring with you the laptop, HDMI cable (or in some cases a USB Stick can work also)<br \/>\n<br \/>\n<br \/>", 
		"post_icon": "", 
		"post_content_type": "none", 
		"post_content_url": null, 
		"post_date": "2019-09-03 00:34:52"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "72", 
		"post_category_id": "10", 
		"post_title": "What time does my wedding need to be finished by?", 
		"post_content_short": "The duration of your event depends on your start time. We offer three, four or eight hour&nbsp;packages. The eight hour package is extendable by agreement and will incur an extra cost. Your event must conclude at the end of your chosen package – Our council resource\nconsent concludes at 11.30pm (Last song). Therefore your guests are required to have vacated the estate by 12.00am at the latest", 
		"post_icon": "", 
		"post_content_type": "none", 
		"post_content_url": null, 
		"post_date": "2019-09-03 00:34:26"
	}
]