Wedding Car Hire FAQs — Yorkshire & Beyond
Clear answers on quotes, bookings, payments and what to expect on the day. For full details (including cancellations and replacements), please refer to our Terms & Conditions.
Quotations, Pricing & Service
How quotes work, what’s included, and how to plan a smooth itinerary.
How do I get a quote?
Use our instant quote form. You’ll receive a quote by email based on your date, locations and the car(s) you select.
How do you work out your pricing?
Pricing is calculated from your requirements — including your wedding date, day of the week, seasonality, distance, hire duration and the vehicle choice.
Every wedding is different, so we quote around your plan rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all package.
Do you offer weekday or off-season discounts?
Yes — where applicable, our quote reflects weekday and off-season pricing automatically.
Many cars are typically cheaper midweek and outside peak months (often October to March), depending on demand and availability.
Is there a minimum hire period?
Typically, wedding hire runs around 3–4 hours from first collection to final drop-off. During peak season (often April to September), our minimum is usually 3 hours.
Shorter hires may be possible off-season depending on the date, route and vehicle.
What does the wedding car service include?
Most bookings include one or two chauffeur-driven journeys from the collection point to the ceremony, then onward to the reception.
Extra stops or additional trips can often be arranged — just make sure they’re included in the quote so timings and pricing are accurate.
Cars are typically dressed with white/ivory ribbons and bows to suit the vehicle style. Celebration drinks may be offered at the chauffeur’s discretion (for example, depending on local by-laws, travel time between venues, and whether there’s a suitable onward journey).
Cars are typically dressed with white/ivory ribbons and bows to suit the vehicle style. Celebration drinks may be offered at the chauffeur’s discretion (for example, depending on local by-laws, travel time between venues, and whether there’s a suitable onward journey).
Pro tip: If your ceremony and reception are very close together, build in photo time at the reception — Yorkshire venues look incredible, but only if you’ve got 10–15 minutes to enjoy the car without rushing.
Bookings, Deposits & Payments
How to reserve your car, pay deposits, and understand what happens next.
I want to book — what do I do next?
Once you’ve chosen your car and you’re happy with the quote, complete our
wedding car booking form.
We’ll ask for your contact details, collection address, ceremony time & venue, and reception details — then we’ll confirm the booking and itinerary.
How much deposit do I need and how do I pay?
Your booking is confirmed when you receive confirmation from us. A 25% deposit is then due within 7 days to secure the date.
If the deposit isn’t received in that window, the booking may be released so the date can be offered to other couples.
Bank transfer is usually the simplest method (details are provided on the confirmation). Card payments may be available, and a small processing fee may apply.
Bank transfer is usually the simplest method (details are provided on the confirmation). Card payments may be available, and a small processing fee may apply.
I’ve booked — what happens now?
After confirmation, your car(s) are reserved for your date. Review the itinerary we’ve planned based on your booking form and let us know if anything needs adjusting.
You’ll receive receipts for any payments made and reminders when balances are due.
Closer to the wedding, you’ll receive details for your booking manager (your main point of contact). Balances are typically due around 60 days before the wedding (see our Terms for full details).
Closer to the wedding, you’ll receive details for your booking manager (your main point of contact). Balances are typically due around 60 days before the wedding (see our Terms for full details).
How do I check my itinerary and balance?
Use the link in your original booking confirmation email to view your itinerary, the vehicle(s) reserved, timings and locations.
You can also check your balance there and (where available) make a card payment online.
My plans have changed — how do I update the booking?
Please send amendments in writing (email your booking manager). Changes to timings, addresses or additional stops may affect the price,
particularly if they increase distance or hire time. We’ll confirm any adjustments before applying them.
Keeping it smooth: The more accurate your timings and addresses, the better we can plan routes around Yorkshire traffic hotspots and keep your morning calm.
Wedding Day Questions
Arrival timings, umbrellas, convertible roofs, photos and contingencies.
When will the driver arrive?
Your chauffeur will typically aim to arrive around 15 minutes before the planned departure time. This gives a sensible buffer for traffic and helps avoid last-minute pressure.
If you’d like more buffer (longer routes, tight ceremony times, known congestion), we can build that in — and we’ll confirm any cost impact first.
If it’s raining, do you provide an umbrella?
Yes — our cars typically carry at least one umbrella. It’s available for you to use and should be returned to the chauffeur afterwards.
If needed, your chauffeur can assist with the umbrella as you enter/exit the vehicle.
Convertible / retractable roof — when can it go down?
If you’d like the roof down, just ask your chauffeur. In most cases we don’t drive long distances roof-down (wind can be uncomfortable and hair has its own agenda),
but it’s brilliant for photo moments — often at the reception venue.
Some roofs take a few minutes to operate, so requesting it at a planned stop helps keep your timings on track.
How long will we have with the car for photos?
Your itinerary includes a set hire time. We usually allow around 10–15 minutes at the reception for arrival photos and a few shots in/around the car.
We won’t rush you, but chauffeurs do work to a schedule — so it helps if your photographer prioritises “car shots” as soon as you arrive.
What if something goes wrong — will the car still turn up?
It’s very rare, but it’s normal to worry. If you have any concerns on the day, contact your booking manager first (details are provided ahead of the wedding).
We build buffer into timings and keep communication tight.
In the unlikely event your booked vehicle becomes unavailable due to an unexpected issue, we may provide a replacement vehicle as close as reasonably possible, in line with our Terms & Conditions. Please remember that some traditional vehicles can be many decades old — beautifully maintained, but still mechanical.
For peace of mind, we recommend reading our stress-free wedding day guide so you’ve got a sensible plan for timings, photos and contingencies.
In the unlikely event your booked vehicle becomes unavailable due to an unexpected issue, we may provide a replacement vehicle as close as reasonably possible, in line with our Terms & Conditions. Please remember that some traditional vehicles can be many decades old — beautifully maintained, but still mechanical.
For peace of mind, we recommend reading our stress-free wedding day guide so you’ve got a sensible plan for timings, photos and contingencies.
Best advice: Build a little breathing room into your wedding morning. It costs far less than stress — and Yorkshire roads do like a surprise.
Still need help?
If your question is about availability, timings, or choosing the right car — we’ll point you to the fastest route.
What’s the fastest way to get an answer?
For pricing and availability, start with the instant quote.
For itinerary tweaks or wedding-morning timing advice, use contact us or live chat.
If you’re already booked, your booking manager is your best point of contact.
Full terms: This FAQ is a helpful overview. For the definitive detail, always refer to our
Terms & Conditions.
