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Planning your wedding is an exciting experience but can also prove to be very stressful with hundreds of things to consider to ensure the big day runs smoothly. Fireworks are almost synonymous with evening entertainment in a fairy tale wedding but as always there are a number of things to consider before you start planning. Fantastic Wedding Fireworks have rounded up 5 of these factors which they consider to be the most important. The award-winning company has been supplying wedding fireworks nationwide for over thirty years so they know a thing or two about the planning procedure!
Venue
First and foremost, check that your venue allows fireworks on site because otherwise you’ll end up having to choose between fireworks and your dream venue! If you’re getting married on a farm, chances are you won’t be allowed due to live stock, and residential areas will also restrict them for obvious reasons.
But of course, where there’s a will, there’s a way! Many professional fireworks companies offer their own range of silent fireworks. In plain English this means that you can have still light up the skies with an array of beautiful colours without the dramatic noise.
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If you’re thinking about doing your own fireworks, think again because 9/10 times the venue will insist on having the fireworks carried out by a professional company simply because they are well trained, aware of safety procedures and not to mention, they guaranteed a fabulous show!
Time restrictions
It is against the law to set off fireworks between 11pm to 7am and although the professional fireworks company will be aware of this, it means you may have to organise the display before the last dance. But as always, there are exceptions to the rule. You can go crazy with pyrotechnics until midnight on Bonfire Night and until 1am on New Year’s Eve, Chinese New Year and Diwali!
Budget
This is by far, the most commonly asked question. Quite simply put, the budget is all dependant on the time limit and quality of the display. It will often be recommended to have no more than 4-5 minutes and slightly longer for bigger displays.
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Designing your fireworks display
If you want your wedding to be unique – a magnificent event that’s spoken about for months to come – the best way is to put your own stamp on it. So take the time to ensure your display will be bespoke made down to the small details. You can choose your own music and professionals will work to choreograph the fireworks so you can watch the pyrotechnics dance to a song that’s dearest to you. Also, you can choose particular sequences to make this display a romantic one including hearts and emojis.
Safety
The risks and hazards associated with fireworks is something well-experienced companies are very familiar with. A number of procedures are put in place to prevent incidents these include venue risk assessment and public liability insurance for all displays so you can enjoy your evening without having to worry.
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