# Hostology is the leading venue operating system, event and accommodation management platform for venues, customers, guests and event suppliers. > Hostology helps event venues to win more business and work profitably, by delivering timely responses and efficient collaborative communication. ## Pages - [Case Study - Llantilio House](https://hostology.co.uk/case-study-llantilio-house/) - [HOST OFFERS](https://hostology.co.uk/host-offers/) - [Data Security](https://hostology.co.uk/security/) - [Integrations](https://hostology.co.uk/integrations/) - [Supplier management](https://hostology.co.uk/supplier-management/) - [Invoicing and Payments](https://hostology.co.uk/accounting/) - [Catering management](https://hostology.co.uk/catering-management/) - [Wedding Venue CRM](https://hostology.co.uk/wedding-venue-crm/) - [Accommodation management](https://hostology.co.uk/accommodation-management/) - [Couple management](https://hostology.co.uk/couple-management/) - [Event Planning](https://hostology.co.uk/event-planning/) - [Case Study Update- Iscoyd park](https://hostology.co.uk/case-study-iscoyd-park-update/) - [Calendly booking](https://hostology.co.uk/chat-to-us/) - [Case Study - Lapstone Barn](https://hostology.co.uk/case-study-lapstone-barn/) - [Wedding and event insurance](https://hostology.co.uk/event-insurance/) - [GIFT LISTS](https://hostology.co.uk/gift-lists/) - [HOSTOLOGY FOR WEDDINGS](https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-for-weddings/): Manage, track and complete tasks from beginning to end with our handy ‘My Checklist’ feature. 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Hostology Limited respects your privacy and is... - [Form page](https://hostology.co.uk/form-page/) - [Sample page](https://hostology.co.uk/sample-page-2/): This is h3 heading This is h4 heading This is h5 heading This is h6 heading Lorem Ipsum is simply... - [VENUES 3](https://hostology.co.uk/venues-3/) - [OUR NEWS](https://hostology.co.uk/our-news/): Lorem Ipsum is simply dummy text of the printing and typesetting industry. Lorem Ipsum has been the industry’s standard dummy... - [OUR FOUNDER VENUES](https://hostology.co.uk/our-venues/) ## Posts - [The gaps peak season exposes at a wedding venue](https://hostology.co.uk/the-gaps-peak-season/): The gaps peak season always exposes By the end of July, most wedding venues can tell you exactly where their... - [Wedding Law Reform Consultation](https://hostology.co.uk/wedding-law-reform-consultation/): Great to attend today’s UK Wedding Association webinar on the Wedding Law Reform consultation. As a business dedicated to supporting... - [Ditch the Paperwork: Digital Contract Signing is Here](https://hostology.co.uk/ditch-the-paperwork-digital-contract-signing-is-here/): The journey to a wedding or big event should be as joyful as the day itself. But let’s be honest:... - [Join us on April 27th](https://hostology.co.uk/join-us-on-april-27th/): The Future of Weddings: Can AI actually take a decent note? We’ve all been there: halfway through a site visit,... - [New Release: Quotes!](https://hostology.co.uk/new-release-quotes/): You can now create quotes to share with potential clients and save time you time. Building a quote is quick... - [Catch up on our latest Future of Weddings webinar - Smart Tools, Softer Touch: Balancing Technology and Relationships in Weddings](https://hostology.co.uk/catch-up-on-our-latest-future-of-weddings-webinar-smart-tools-softer-touch-balancing-technology-and-relationships-in-weddings/): We so enjoyed hosting the latest webinar in our series: Future of Weddings – Smart Tools, Softer Touch: Balancing Technology... - [🚀 Product Update: Smarter Enquiry Handling with AI](https://hostology.co.uk/%f0%9f%9a%80-product-update-smarter-enquiry-handling-with-ai/): Big news from the Hostology team today – we’ve just released our new AI Enquiry Filter, and it’s a game-changer... - [More releases: Event Wizard for Enquiries, Customisable Host Dashboard and Function Sheet](https://hostology.co.uk/more-releases-event-wizard-for-enquiries-customisable-host-dashboard-and-function-sheet/): We’ve released a trio of new features designed to make life easier for venues and more intuitive for hosts: an... - [New Event Wizard - it's magic](https://hostology.co.uk/new-event-wizard-its-magic/): Our new Event Wizard moves you smoothly from the first enquiry to the final invoice – gathering all the details... - [Hostology Platform - New Features and Tools](https://hostology.co.uk/new-features/): Calling all Venues – we’ve got more exciting new features to tell you about... Accommodation Glow up For all our... - [UK Wedding Association Launch](https://hostology.co.uk/uk-wedding-association-launch/): A Big Step Forward for the UK Wedding Industry As proud ambassadors, we’re excited to share that the UK Wedding... - [Sustainability Highlights](https://hostology.co.uk/sustainability-highlights/): Sustainability: A Growing Priority for Couples and a Responsibility for Us All Sustainability is no longer a niche concern it... - [New Feature: Add Supplements to Menu Items for Enhanced Pricing Control](https://hostology.co.uk/new-feature-add-supplements/): We’ve just released a new update that seamlessly adds supplements to specific food and drink items within menus, for more... - [Event Packages - our biggest upgrade yet](https://hostology.co.uk/summer-of-releases/): 🚀 Event planning should be exciting – not a spreadsheet marathon Our venues told us that juggling packages, payments, and... - [NAWP to merge with the UK Wedding Association (UKWA)](https://hostology.co.uk/nawp-the-next-chapter/): NAWP – the next chapter You may have seen the announcements this month, heralding the start of a new chapter... - [New Webinar Series: The Future of Weddings - join us!](https://hostology.co.uk/5478-2/): Our new webinar series, The Future of Weddings, kicks off next month. We can’t wait to see what happens when... - [Summer feature update: Seasonal pricing](https://hostology.co.uk/new-feature-update-seasonal-pricing/): Give your venue the power to price smarter—with full flexibility year-round. We’re excited to introduce Seasonal Pricing in Hostology: a... - [Spring Feature Updates](https://hostology.co.uk/feature-updates/): We’ve been working hard in the last couple of months with lots of different updates and new features. Take a... - [New feature update: Guest Invitation Share Link](https://hostology.co.uk/new-share-link/): 🚀 New Feature Alert: Invite your guests with a simple shared link! 🎉 Inviting guests just got easier for Hosts!... - [BactoTech: Sustainable products to take care of your venue, inside and out](https://hostology.co.uk/bactotech-sustainable-products-to-take-care-of-your-venue-inside-and-out/): At the Sustainable Wedding Summit last month we learned that small changes can go a long way and with BactoTech... - [Sustainability Catch Up with The Watering Hole](https://hostology.co.uk/sustainability-catch-up-with-the-watering-hole/): We chatted to Cotswold based wedding and event bar service company The Watering Hole, about what it means to be... - [New Notes Templates!](https://hostology.co.uk/new-notes-templates/): New: Create a templated Note for for quick and easy automated sharing with every customer Venues have been asking for... - [New! Customer Payment Plans](https://hostology.co.uk/new-payment-plan-release/): We launched our Payment Plans feature in July and are now gearing up to roll out version 2. 0 with... - [Recap of our recent releases](https://hostology.co.uk/recap-of-our-recent-releases/): We’ve been super busy in the last few months trying to get as much done as we could for the... - [New feature: Automated Enquiry management](https://hostology.co.uk/venue-enquiry-management/): Calling all venue teams! Introducing our automated Enquiry Pipeline A fast, efficient way to add and manage new customer enquiries,... - [New feature: Venue Payment Scheduling](https://hostology.co.uk/venue-payment-scheduling/): We’re thrilled to announce our new Venue Payment Scheduling feature! This major update makes payment management a breeze. Our new... - [Hostology Investigates: Outsourcing your bar](https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-investigates-outsourcing-your-bar/): Do you manage your wedding and event bars in-house or outsource? And what can you expect from outsourcing? We spoke... - [Add-ons: Let your Host add their event extras](https://hostology.co.uk/host-add-ons-video/): Over the past few months, we’ve been busy with some significant updates for Hostology. We’re excited to share the release... - [Carbon Literacy Training](https://hostology.co.uk/carbon-literacy-training/): Our team at Hostology has recently finished the Carbon Literacy Training with the Sustainable Wedding Alliance. Over two days, we... - [Sustainable Wedding Alliance Summit](https://hostology.co.uk/sustainable-wedding-alliance-summit/): We had a great time at the Sustainable Wedding Alliance Summit! Thursday 1st of February we had the pleasure of... - [Hostology Roadshow - Wasing Park](https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-roadshow-wasing-park/): On the road again... this time at Wasing Park a restored traditional farm hamlet We help the first of our... - [Historic Buildings, Parks and Gardens Event](https://hostology.co.uk/historic-buildings-parks-and-gardens-event/): We loved meeting you all at the HBPG Event! Tuesday 14th of November we had the pleasure of attending the... - [Hostology Roadshow - Pylewell Park](https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-roadshow-at-pylewell-park/): We had so much fun down by the sea at Pylewell... . Hostology, The Venue Experts, Sustainable Wedding Alliance and... - [Hostology Roadshow - Elmore Court](https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-roadshow-elmore-court/): Well that was FUN! Hostology, The Venue Experts and Sustainable Wedding Alliance had such a blast down at Elmore Court... - [Introducing the new Hostology Academy!](https://hostology.co.uk/introducing-the-new-hostology-academy/): We’re so excited to introduce The Hostology Academy – our new learning and onboarding tool for event professionals and venues.... - [How an event management platform can help improve your venue's workplace efficiency](https://hostology.co.uk/4479-2/): We were very excited to join Olivia Riddiford-Mills last week, taking part in one of her Host Venue Consultancy sessions.... - [Driving workplace efficiency - webinar with HVC](https://hostology.co.uk/driving-workplace-efficiency-webinar-with-hvc/): If you are a member of the Host Venue Consultancy don’t miss the Hostology webinar on the 13th July. Ben... - ["Hostology does the hard work for us!"](https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-does-the-hard-work-for-us/): “Hostology makes it so easy for us to have the entire planning process in one place for both the venue... - ["I chose the Hostology event management software because of its simple platform and the ability for the clients to add their own information (therefore saving admin time)."](https://hostology.co.uk/i-chose-the-hostology-event-management-software-because-of-its-simple-platform-and-the-ability-for-the-clients-to-add-their-own-information-therefore-saving-admin-time/): We’re delighted to be working with That Amazing Place, a beautiful exclusive wedding venue and boutique B&B nestled in the... - ["I could go on and on about how brilliant the Hostology event management platform is and don't know how we managed so long without it!"](https://hostology.co.uk/3996-2/): We’re delighted to share a wonderful testimonial from our customer Shortflatt Tower – a stunning exclusive-use wedding venue who have... - [New Hostology Event Management Super Powers!](https://hostology.co.uk/new-hostology-event-management-super-powers/): This month is full of exciting updates to the Hostology event management platform, the latest of which is our new... - [Hostology is hiring!](https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-is-hiring/): We’re on the lookout for a dedicated Senior Technical Lead/ Full Stack Developer to join our growing team. Job type:... - [That’s a wrap on the 2023 Hostology Venue Roadshow with The Venue Experts!](https://hostology.co.uk/thats-a-wrap-on-the-2023-hostology-venue-roadshow-with-the-venue-experts/): And that’s a wrap on the 2023 Hostology Venue Roadshow with The Venue Experts! Six beautiful venues and six brilliant... - [Only one event left of the 2023 Hostology Venue Roadshow!](https://hostology.co.uk/only-one-event-left-of-the-2023-hostology-roadshow/): Thank you to everyone who joined us today at Dewsall Court for the penultimate event of our 2023 Hostology Roadshow... - [New Hostology Guest Welcome Video](https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-guest-welcome-video/): We’re delighted to share our new Hostology Guest Welcome Video! - [New Hostology Customer Platform](https://hostology.co.uk/new-hostology-customer-platform/): We are so excited to share our new Hostology Customer Platform. The upgraded Platform will improve the Hostology experience for... - [Hostology CEO Emma Hardcastle and Phil Godsal of Iscoyd Park in the Rock My Wedding podcast](https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-ceo-emma-hardcastle-and-phil-godsal-of-iscoyd-park-in-the-rock-my-wedding-podcast/): We’re delighted to share the Rock My Wedding podcast featuring Hostology’s very own Emma Hardcastle alongside Philip Godsal, owner of... - [Hostology CEO, Emma Hardcastle is speaking at the Farm Business Innovation Show](https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-ceo-emma-hardcastle-is-speaking-at-the-farm-business-innovation-show/): Get your free tickets to visit us at the nation’s biggest event for new and exciting business opportunities in Britain’s... - [Rural England Prosperity Fund](https://hostology.co.uk/rural-england-prosperity-fund/): Did you know that the government has recently allocated up to £110 million to support countryside businesses across England including... - [Upload, Store & Share](https://hostology.co.uk/upload-store-share/): As promised in our last Blog Post, we are excited to announce that we have recently introduced a new time-saving... - [Introducing "My Checklist"](https://hostology.co.uk/introducing-my-checklist/): We are excited to announce that we have been working on some new features designed to save you time and... - [Collaboration: a key approach to organising successful events](https://hostology.co.uk/collaboration-a-key-approach-to-organising-successful-events/): There is no doubt that the global COVID-19 pandemic has completely changed how companies operate and do business. Instead of... - [Celebrating Marriage: A New Weddings Law](https://hostology.co.uk/celebrating-marriage-a-new-weddings-law/): Since our Summit Session in 2021, we have been keeping tabs on The Law Commission’s recommendations to reform England and... - [How to Help Your Couples Plan a Green Wedding](https://hostology.co.uk/how-to-help-your-couples-plan-a-green-wedding/): We are passionate about being as eco-friendly as possible. We love seeing what steps our venues are taking to improve... - [Workflows just get better and better...](https://hostology.co.uk/workflows-just-get-better-and-better/): We are delighted to announce some exciting new updates for our Workflows tool! Since we introduced workflows last month, we... - [Managing Staff Shortages and Coping Mechanisms](https://hostology.co.uk/crippling-staff-shortages-and-coping-mechanisms/): Whilst all of us in the hospitality sector are delighted that events businesses are back operating at full capacity, several... - [Celebrate the Queen’s Jubilee by recreating the winning Platinum Pudding](https://hostology.co.uk/celebrate-the-queens-jubilee-by-recreating-the-winning-platinum-pudding/): The Platinum Jubilee weekend is almost upon us, marking the Queen’s 70th year on the throne. What are your plans?... - [Too many notifications? Filter out the noise!](https://hostology.co.uk/too-many-notifications-filter-out-the-noise/): The Hostology team rolled out a big update on the platform yesterday, introducing a new feature to help save time!... - [Workflows have landed...](https://hostology.co.uk/workflows-have-landed/): Hostology is all about Planning, and what better than a shared list for your team and your hosts/ couples of... - [Something old, something new...](https://hostology.co.uk/something-old-something-new/): We’ve got sustainability on our minds as we head into the weekend, and in particular sharing the excellent work over... - [Outdoor weddings are here to stay...](https://hostology.co.uk/outdoor-weddings-are-here-to-stay/): Outdoor weddings are here to stay as temporary legislation from 2021 becomes permanent. What are your thoughts? Is it a... - [Check out our updated Calendar!](https://hostology.co.uk/check-out-our-updated-calendar/): Those of you logging into Hostology this morning will notice that your Venue Calendar looks a little different. We’re excited... - [Sustainable Design: 4 Areas Any Venue Can Improve](https://hostology.co.uk/sustainable-design-4-areas-any-venue-can-improve/): As more and more couples start to prioritise sustainability, at Hostology we want to help venues find a way to... - [New Features: Host Collaboration](https://hostology.co.uk/new-features-host-collaboration/): We are excited to be putting the final polish on our new host collaboration features. At your control, Hosts can... - [October Webinar: Summer Season Review ](https://hostology.co.uk/october-webinar-summer-season-review/): In this months webinar, we reviewed the track and trace Wedding Pilot conducted on behalf of the Welsh Government by... - [Hostology's Emma Hardcastle in Conversation with Dewsall Court and Iscoyd Park](https://hostology.co.uk/in-conversation-with-dewsall-court-and-iscoyd-park/): After a busy wedding season, Hostology’s Emma Hardcastle caught up with Samantha Vaughan from Dewsall Court and Phil Godsal from... - [Wedding pilot event conducted on behalf of Welsh Government by Iscoyd Park](https://hostology.co.uk/wedding-pilot-event-conducted-on-behalf-of-welsh-government-by-iscoyd-park/): Date of wedding: Saturday July 24th, 2021 Pilot description: A scheduled wedding with 95 guests and 45 staff and suppliers... - [Summary of The Prime Minister's Announcement and APPG](https://hostology.co.uk/summary-of-the-prime-ministers-announcement-and-appg/): Yesterday, we were happy to hear that the plan to remove restrictions and open up the economy will go ahead... - [Join Our June 2021 Webinar](https://hostology.co.uk/join-our-june-2021-webinar/): We know many of you will be sat in on the edge of your seats waiting for the Government to... - [Recruitment and Retention in Hospitality: A view from our founders](https://hostology.co.uk/recruitment-and-retention-in-hospitality-a-view-from-our-founders/): The hospitality industry is currently struggling to recruit suitable talent into the deluge of jobs that are available. As such,... - [Let's Reignite Your Marketing Together - An interview with Kelly Chandler](https://hostology.co.uk/lets-reignite-your-marketing-together-an-interview-with-kelly-chandler/): This week we interviewed wedding venue consultant Kelly Chandler about her motivations, the commonly asked questions she receives from venues,... - [Kwasi Kwarteng and Paul Scully answer questions from the "forgotten" wedding sector](https://hostology.co.uk/kwasi-kwarteng-and-paul-scully-answer-question-from-the-forgotten-wedding-sector/): It was brilliant to hear Hostology‘s Joshua Dugdale putting the wedding and event sector’s questions to both Kwasi Kwarteng, the... - [Joshua Dugdale in conversation with Rt Hon Kwasi Kwarteng LIVE STREAM](https://hostology.co.uk/joshua-dugdale-in-conversation-with-rt-hon-kwasi-kwarteng-live-stream/): At 1 pm, we will be hosting a discussion between the Founder of Hostology Joshua Dugdale and Kwasi Kwarteng MP,... - [Register for the Reset, Reopen, Recover - Hostology Summit](https://hostology.co.uk/register-for-our-reset-reopen-recover-summit/): Don’t miss the Hostology Summit , in association with Historic Houses and the Country Land and Business Association (CLA) .... - [Join Us For Our February Webinar](https://hostology.co.uk/join-us-for-our-february-webinar/): INDUSTRY UPDATES AND GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT ROUND-UP Join us for our February 2021 Webinar! Our hero campaigners have been making great... - [Catch up on the Bridelux Symposium](https://hostology.co.uk/catch-up-on-the-bridelux-symposium/): Our Managing Director Emma Hardcastle had great fun moderating a panel discussion on-gearing up for reopening – Doubling down on... - [UK Wedding Taskforce: Industry Updates 8/2/21](https://hostology.co.uk/uk-wedding-taskforce-industry-updates-8-2-21/): The wedding sector has been paralyzed by restrictions caused by COVID-19, with three-quarters of businesses reporting a 75% loss to... - [Hostology 2.0 New Features and Trello Board](https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-2-0-new-features-and-trello-board/): We are excited to announce that our much-anticipated update was released on Friday! The refresh is packed with new features... - [Webinar catch up : Industry updates and understanding customer sentiment](https://hostology.co.uk/webinar-catch-up-industry-updates-and-understanding-customer-sentiment/): This week we were joined by a host of experts joined by our hero campaigners, bristling with useful wedding sector... - [Join Our First Webinar of 2021 Today - Industry updates and understanding customer sentiment](https://hostology.co.uk/join-our-first-webinar-of-2021-today-industry-updates-and-understanding-customer-sentiment/): With the new lockdown being announced within the first week of January, there have been a whole host of updates... - [How to make the most of lockdown wedding planning](https://hostology.co.uk/how-to-make-the-most-of-lockdown-wedding-planning/): Our wonderful founder venue Dewsall Court have shared their valued expertise on how newly engaged couples can make the most... - [JANUARY WEBINAR - Industry updates and understanding customer sentiment](https://hostology.co.uk/january-webinar-industry-updates-and-understanding-customer-sentiment/): With the new lockdown being announced within the first week of January, there have been a whole host of updates... - [Covid was the digital accelerant of the decade!](https://hostology.co.uk/covid-was-the-digital-accelerant-of-the-decade/): We are always on the look out for a positive. After a thoroughly exhausting year, it seems we are all... - [Bounce Back into 2021 - final webinar of the year!](https://hostology.co.uk/bounce-back-into-2021-final-webinar-of-the-year/): During our final webinar of the year, we were joined by a cohort of industry heroes who gave us a... - [Join today's webinar - 11:30, 10th December 2020](https://hostology.co.uk/join-todays-webinar-1130-10th-december-2020/): To join this mornings webinar, click here Join us today at 11. 30 am for The Collective: December Webinar –... - [Create a Minister for Hospitality - sign the petition now!](https://hostology.co.uk/create-a-minister-for-hospitality-sign-the-petition-now/): Create a Minister for Hospitality in the UK Government Here at Hostology, we have been helping to make sure our... - [DECEMBER WEBINAR - BOUNCE BACK IN 2021](https://hostology.co.uk/december-webinar-bounce-back-in-2021/): To help you to prepare for 2021, in our final webinar of the year, we welcome back the incredibly knowledgeable... - [Weddings on for Summer 2021 - The PM says so...](https://hostology.co.uk/weddings-on-for-summer-2021-the-pm-says-so/): Lara of Launcells Barton bravely quizzes Boris Johnson on a roadmap to give couples confidence that they can hold weddings... - [Published Evidence Used for UK Government Restrictions on Weddings Flawed](https://hostology.co.uk/published-evidence-used-for-uk-government-restrictions-on-weddings-flawed/): On the 27th November, the UK Government published transmission risk data for the hospitality sector – bit. ly/3o0MR9b Since then... - [Hostology Collective - Webinar Series: November Update](https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-collective-webinar-series-november-update/): With the recently introduced CJSS morphing once more back into the furlough scheme we were pleased to welcome Michael Doolin,... - [Wedding Venue Support Group (WVSG) Survival To Revival Wedding Manifesto](https://hostology.co.uk/wedding-venue-support-group-wvsg-survival-to-revival-wedding-manifesto/): The Association of British Wedding Businesses (ABWB) and the Wedding Venue Support Group (WVSG), have created a ‘Survival To Revival’... - [NHS Test & Trace app launched and dovetails with Hostology](https://hostology.co.uk/our-nhs-test-and-trace-features-have-landed/): Tomorrow the NHS test & Trace App is launched, including instructions for any venue to register and encourage the collection... - [FCA test Case on business Interruption - High Court judgement released](https://hostology.co.uk/fca-test-case-on-business-interruption-high-court-judgement-released/): Yesterday – the 15th September – the FCA published the long awaited High Court judgement to the long running test... - [Write to your MP](https://hostology.co.uk/write-to-your-mp/): As we head into the seventh month of exclusive-use venue restrictions we urgently need government action Are you a venue... - [Hostology Collective: How to watch our webinar series so far](https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-collective-how-to-watch-our-webinar-series-so-far/): Over the past few months, we’ve run a series of live webinar sessions, each with an experienced expert to help... - [Hostology Collective: don't miss our webinar series!](https://hostology.co.uk/webinar-series/): Join us over at the Hostology Collective to view our series of live webinar sessions. Twice a month we review... - [Emerging from Lockdown - Delivering a COVID Safe Wedding for 30 guests (FAQ sheet)](https://hostology.co.uk/emerging-from-lockdown-delivering-a-covid-safe-wedding-for-30-guests-faq-sheet/): Last week the U. K. government announced that weddings for up to 30 guests are now allowed. Yippee! Alan Law,... - ['The wedding's off!'](https://hostology.co.uk/the-weddings-off/): Last week’s government announcement felt like a bit of a blow to the wedding sector. Since then our hope is... - [Wedding Venue Support Group (WVSG)](https://hostology.co.uk/wedding-venue-support-group/): We are very happy to be supporting the work of the Wedding Venue Support Group (WVSG) – as the founders... - [What About Weddings?](https://hostology.co.uk/what-about-weddings/): IT IS TIME TO TAKE ACTION Over the past few weeks Love my Dress alongside other industry professionals have been... - [Emerging from Lockdown - updates and advice for venues](https://hostology.co.uk/emerging-from-lockdown-updates-and-advice-for-venues/): During today’s webinar session, we learnt about the encouraging updates from the ABWB regarding the roadmap and time scale for... ## Testimonials - [Shortflatt Tower](https://hostology.co.uk/testimonials/shortflatt-tower/): “I could go on and on about how brilliant Hostology is and I don’t know how we managed so long... - [Testimonial2](https://hostology.co.uk/testimonials/testimonial2/): “Hostology is a fantastic platform that brings the many elements of organising bespoke events under one roof. It has transformed... - [Testimonial1](https://hostology.co.uk/testimonials/testimonial1/): “We extensively researched the market to find a software platform that fulfils all the needs we have when arranging events... # # Detailed Content ## Pages - Published: 2026-07-27 - Modified: 2026-07-27 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/case-study-llantilio-house/ Case Study – Llantilio House – Hostology WHY HOSTOLOGY?About HostologyEnquiry & CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest ManagementAccommodation ManagementSupplier ManagementPaymentsIntegrationsPRICINGSubscription PricingONBOARDING & SUPPORTFAQsINSIGHTSTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR NEWSOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSContact LOGIN FREE TRIAL BOOK DEMO CASE STUDYLLANTILIO HOUSEA Welsh farm transformed into a thriving wedding venue, with Hostology providing one central place to manage enquiries, event planning, accommodation and payments.Lapstone Barn joined us in 2023 and has since been adding lots of events to Hostology to help with their planning. Wedding Barn | Guests 200 | Accommodation for 20+ | Team size 3+ What attracted Lottie and George to Hostology was the sense that it had been built by people who understood how wedding venues actually operate.“The more we use Hostology, the more we find it can be the hub for everything. That dramatically simplifies our lives and, particularly, the lives of the couples planning their wedding with us.” – George, co-founder at Llantilio House Back to case studies Hostology helped the team put the structure in place to manage growth Part-time and seasonal staff are brought in during busier periods, but the team can now plan those requirements against a reliable event schedule. Rather than expanding the permanent team as the venue has grown, Llantilio House has been able to create repeatable processes that help the existing team manage more events. Back to case studies THE PLATFORM For Venues For Hosts For Guests Our StoryUSEFUL LINKS Contact Us Subscription Pricing Onboarding & Support Free Venue... - Published: 2025-12-04 - Modified: 2026-08-10 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/host-offers/ HOST OFFERS – Hostology WHY HOSTOLOGY?About HostologyEnquiry & CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest ManagementAccommodation ManagementSupplier ManagementPaymentsIntegrationsPRICINGSubscription PricingONBOARDING & SUPPORTFAQsINSIGHTSTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR NEWSOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSContact LOGIN FREE TRIAL BOOK DEMO Host Offers: Gift Lists & Exclusive Supplier PerksThoughtful Gifting, Seamlessly OrganisedWe understand that hosting an event is as much about the experience as it is about the memories it creates. That’s why we’ve curated a selection of exclusive host offers, designed to help you and your guests celebrate in style — with a little extra support from our trusted suppliers. Dreamsaver Wedding InsuranceYour event day should be unforgettable, filled with moments that last a lifetime. We understand the effort, time, and expense that goes into planning this event. While insurance might not be the first item on your to-do list, it could be crucial for your peace of mind during the build-up and on your big day. We’ve bagged an exclusive 10% DISCOUNT with Dreamsaver Wedding Insurance. For guidance on the best policy to suit your budget, visit Dreamsaver and try their handy quote builder.Don’t forget to use code HOST10 when requesting your quote to claim your discount.Still thinking about it? 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In the midst of planning your wedding, you can trust in their expertise to help you find wedding presents you’ll love forever.Start your tailored gift list experience with The Wedding... - Published: 2025-10-20 - Modified: 2025-12-08 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/security/ Data Security – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL SecurityYour data security comes firstAt Hostology, your data security and platform reliability come first.Behind the scenes, we use advanced technology and industry best practices to protect your information and keep your events running smoothly – 24/7. 👉 Book a demo EncryptionYour data is always encryptedYour data is always encrypted – in transit and at rest.Hostology uses SSL/TLS 1.3 encryption for all communication between clients, servers, and databases, ensuring that sensitive information remains private and secure at every stage. 99.9% UptimeHostology is built for reliabilityHostology is built for reliability because we know that event management is time-sensitive and your team can’t afford downtime.That’s why we invest in best-in-class hosting and server architecture to deliver 99.9% uptime, keeping your operations running seamlessly and without interruption. Regular BackupsYour data is protectedYour data is continuously protected.Hostology performs automated backups daily, so your information is always safe and never more than a few hours behind live data.You are in control. You can login and take a back up of your data whenever you want. Peace of Mind, Built InWith Hostology, your data is protected, so you can focus on delivering exceptional events while we take care of the rest.... - Published: 2025-10-18 - Modified: 2025-12-08 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/integrations/ Integrations – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL Our IntegrationsHostology connects with the tools you already useHostology connects with the tools you already use – making your event operations smoother, smarter, and more powerful.From accounting to payments and marketing, our integrations help you save time and eliminate duplication across your business. Xero for accountingEnjoy a seamless, two-way sync with XeroEnjoy a seamless, two-way sync with Xero, the leading accounting software for venues.Hostology automatically syncs your invoices, payments, and credit notes, while reconciliations in Xero update back into Hostology in real time.Categorise charges, sync to different Xero accounts, and manage future sales journals automatically – keeping your accounts clean, accurate, and audit-ready. Stripe for secure paymentsAccept payments securely and instantly with StripeAccept payments securely and instantly with Stripe, one of the world’s most trusted payment processors.Once connected, you can receive card payments directly through Hostology – no redirects, no friction, or save on fees with Pay by Bank. Email IntegrationsSync your enquiriesKeep the conversation going and nurture your leads and customers with Hostology’s built-in email integration.Microsoft 365/ Outlook and GmailImport leads in one click,  adding a task workflow to remind you to stay top of mind with your prospects.Plus, your couples and hosts can... - Published: 2025-10-18 - Modified: 2025-10-27 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/supplier-management/ Supplier management – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL Supplier ManagementBring your entire event team togetherBring your entire event team together – venues, hosts, and suppliers – in one connected platform.With Hostology, managing suppliers is simple, transparent, and perfectly integrated into your event workflows. Supplier & Third-Party BookingsCoordinate in-house services and external suppliersCoordinate in-house services and external suppliers directly through Hostology.Add supplier details for each event – from bands and caterers to photographers and florists – and see your event timeline update automatically.Create standard inclusions or offer premium upgrades and upsells, all tracked within the same system.Every supplier, every detail, all in one place. Document StorageSay goodbye to endless email chainsSay goodbye to endless email chains.Hostology’s shared Supplier Portal keeps all essential documents – insurance certificates, contracts, quotes and price lists – organised and accessible to venues, hosts, and suppliers alike.Upload once, share instantly, and know that everyone is working from the same information. Upsell Your ServicesOffer additional premium servicesIncrease revenue and delight your clients by offering additional premium services.With Hostology, venues can showcase available upgrades – from luxury accommodation to entertainment and décor options – right inside the host’s planning portal.Clients can browse, select, and confirm extras, while you keep full visibility... - Published: 2025-10-18 - Modified: 2025-12-08 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/accounting/ Invoicing and Payments – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL Invoicing and PaymentsSimplify your financial managementSimplify financial management with Hostology’s integrated invoicing and payment tools.From deposits to final balances, Hostology keeps your venue and customers in perfect sync.Ready to streamline your venue finances? Hostology brings your event planning and financial management together in one secure platform. Book a demo Payment PlansShare bespoke payment plansCreate flexible payment plan templates for your events.Hostology automatically calculates deposits and instalments, sends reminders, and tracks when payments are made – no manual chasing required.Keep your cash flow predictable and your clients informed every step of the way. Invoice and Accounts ManagementAutomate your billing processAutomate your entire billing process.Create Xero invoices straight from Hostology and sync to your payment schedule. One-click sharing of invoice and payment links for secure customer payments directly in the portal, card or open banking.Direct integration with your venue Stripe account ensures seamless real time reconciliation between invoices and bank transactions – giving your team complete peace of mind. Fast Online PaymentsAccept payments the modern wayAccept payments the modern way.Hostology integrates with Stripe and Pay by Bank, for secure customer payments by card or instant bank transfer.Funds route directly from Stripe to your bank account,... - Published: 2025-10-18 - Modified: 2026-03-09 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/catering-management/ Catering management – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL CateringPowerful catering tools for a flawless experienceDeliver flawless dining experiences with Hostology’s powerful catering tools.From menu creation to dietary requirement and allergen tracking, meal selection and table planning, Hostology helps venue and chef to run an efficient kitchen with total confidence. 👉 Book a demo Advanced Menu ManagementDesign, price and manage menus effortlesslyEverything your team needs to design, price and manage your food and beverage offering.Build out catering packages for the entire day – from the drinks reception to the evening feast – and manage margins with built in flexible upgrade options to boost revenue.Seasonal pricing tools and one-click packages make catering management effortless for your team, ensuring that everything is calculated automatically when clients make their selections.Hostology keeps your menus beautifully organised and perfectly aligned with your operations. Allergen & Dietary RequirementsSafety, compliance and guest satisfactionHostology takes care of it all. Easily share allergens for each dish and record dietary requirements for each guest, to ensure full compliance with food safety regulations.Our sophisticated Guest Management tools empower Host or Guest to input their meal choice and dietary requirements – ensuring nothing is missed and every guest feels cared for.Hostology’s Chef Sheet offers total... - Published: 2025-10-18 - Modified: 2026-06-01 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/wedding-venue-crm/ Wedding Venue CRM – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL Smart enquiry handling for busy venue teamsMake space for what mattersHostology’s CRM and enquiry tools are designed to take the pressure off at the busiest moments.Our intelligent AI layer automatically filters inbound enquiry emails, identifying genuine booking requests and pulling key details straight into your system.Add in unlimited email templates and automated workflows to stay responsive at peak times – with full control to personalise every response when it counts. 👉 Chat to us Save time with intelligent AITo support your team, not replace itConnect your inbound email and save hours as our intelligent AI filter reviews and identifies genuine enquiries; automatically extracting key details such as dates, source and event type.Your enquiries are organised and prioritised instantly – no manual inbox sorting, no need for complicated  source tracking and no missed opportunities.Proposed enquiry dates are synced with your team calendar, giving them clear visibility of what’s coming in, so they can work proactively to fill any gaps. Branded Email templatesSmart workflows so you never miss a follow upSave time with unlimited email templates and automated workflows, helping you to respond quickly and consistently when enquiry volumes are high.Your venue branded Email Templates can... - Published: 2025-10-18 - Modified: 2026-04-15 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/accommodation-management/ Accommodation management – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL AccommodationReady to simplify room bookings? Manage event accommodation with clarity and control.Hostology simplifies allocating rooms, managing pricing and handling guest bookings – all fully integrated into your event planning workflow.From boutique hotels to bespoke wedding venues, manage accommodation effortlessly – saving time, avoiding errors and improving guest experience.Book a demo to see how Hostology can transform your accommodation management. 👉 Book a demo Smart accommodation ManagementEasy event assignmentEasily assign rooms for each event or make them available for guests to book directly through their invitation.Hostology keeps track of who’s staying where, which rooms are filled, and who still needs to confirm – reducing admin and last-minute confusion. Guest Booking PortalAccept or book allocated roomsGuests can RSVP , then easily view, book and pay for their rooms in their own mobile responsive wedding or event website.They can add extras, then pay securely using Pay by Bank or card payments, with all transactions tracked in real time for your finance team.Couples can keep up-t-speed with which guests have confirmed whilst venues stay fully in control of the process. Flexible Pricing & Seasonal RatesProtect your margins and maximise occupancy.Protect your margins and maximise occupancy.Set seasonal pricing, minimum stays,... - Published: 2025-10-18 - Modified: 2026-03-09 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/couple-management/ Couple management – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL Couple ManagementEmpower your couples to plan their perfect weddingEmpower your couples to plan their perfect wedding – seamlessly, collaboratively, and all in one place.With Hostology’s connected portals, couple, suppliers and guests work effortlessly with your team to deliver extraordinary events.Give your couples the freedom to discover and make decisions; menu, event add-ons, suggested suppliers.They’ll benefit from integrated guest RSVPs, assigning dietaries and accommodation – nailing the all important details. Lead Management and automationsKeep every enquiry and booking organisedKeep every enquiry and booking organised with Hostology’s integrated communications.Track leads as they arrive in your venue’s inbox, and manage each step of the sales journey, from enquiry to confirmed booking – using email or on-platform messaging and task reminders.Our automated prompts remind you to follow up on enquiries, book meetings and schedule tastings -helping you stay on top of every opportunity. Email & Task ManagementCommunications and workflow in one systemHostology brings together communication and workflow in one system.Our smart inbox lets you manage client messages, assign tasks, and automate reminders – whether it’s a meeting follow-up, a payment reminder, or a pre-event check-in.Everything stays connected to the right event and client, so your team never misses... - Published: 2025-10-18 - Modified: 2025-12-08 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/event-planning/ Event Planning – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL Event Planning with HostologyComplete event management for venues and couplesHostology is the #1 collaborative wedding and event management solution for venues.Hostology is a planning journey for everyone – venues, couples, their guests and suppliers – to manage the detail beautifully and efficiently.Our solution marries seamless end-to-end planning with AI assisted time-saving tools to deliver a 30% saving in admin“I could go on and on about how brilliant Hostology is, I don’t know how we managed so long without it”   Shortflatt Tower, NorthumberlandConnect everyone to delightful event planning journeys – designed by venues for venues Complete Menu ManagementIntegrated catering toolsWith Hostology’s integrated catering tools, venues can create and manage full menu offerings for each event.Hosts can plan everything from arrival drinks and canapés to main courses, desserts and late-night bites – while noting guests’ dietary requirements and allergies.Our workflows automatically cross-check guest information with menu items, ensuring everyone is looked after.Whilst giving your kitchen team a clear overview of final selections, reducing errors and saving valuable time. Guest RSVP and Accommodation ManagementEasy guest-list coordination and seating plansHostology makes it easy to coordinate guest lists, seating plans and table arrangements. Hosts can enter guest details, assign... - Published: 2025-07-30 - Modified: 2025-07-30 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/case-study-iscoyd-park-update/ Case Study Update- Iscoyd park – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL CASE STUDYISCOYD PARK UPDATEIscoyd Park is a beautiful country house on the borders of North Wales, Shropshire, and Cheshire, offering private weddings, events, and celebrations of all sizes.Iscoyd Park offer on-site accommodation and award winning in-house catering,  delivering hundreds of weddings, parties and dining opportunities throughout the year.As a founder venue, the events team at Iscoyd Park has been using the Hostology event management software platform from the get-go, helping them to save time and plan efficiently, collaborating with their hosts online. Country House | Guests 160 | In-house catering | Accommodation for 36 | Team size 20+ The Challenge:Running high-end weddings requires a huge amount of coordination between event managers, food and beverage teams, and chefs. Iscoyd Park’s team wanted a system that would cut down on admin, reduce duplication of work, and make communication seamless across departments.The Solution:Phil, the venue manager, rolled out Hostology across the entire events operation. Their two new event managers, quickly adopted the system and began running all events through it. Back to case studies “We’re running a much leaner team and getting more done thanks to Hostology. It’s saving us time, making life easier... - Published: 2024-04-29 - Modified: 2025-12-08 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/case-study-lapstone-barn/ Case Study – Lapstone Barn – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL CASE STUDYLAPSTONE BARNLapstone Barn is a traditional 18th-century barn in the beautiful CotswoldsLapstone Barn offers exclusive use, on-site accommodation, and in-house catering, for weddings, celebrations, and events all year round.Lapstone Barn joined us in October 2023 and has since been adding lots of events to Hostology to help with their planning. Wedding Barn | Guests 200 | In-house catering | Accommodation for 14 | Team size 10+ “We have started using Hostology specifically for our new accommodation.”“This is a new process for us but we are hoping it is going to drive bookings for our accommodation and also boost our sales as couples see the ease of booking and paying for their accommodation.” “The accommodation booking module is our favorite tool. It allows couples to see the accommodation they have booked and manage their guests” – Lapstone Barn team Back to case studies Collaboration is one of Hostology’s best features! “We have five Event Coordinators and they are all on Hostology” “We are hoping in the future to use the reporting to assist our Housekeeping team with what set up needs to happen in the accommodation.” – Lapstone Barn team Back to... - Published: 2024-04-08 - Modified: 2026-05-05 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/event-insurance/ Wedding and event insurance – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL Do I need insurance?Check if your venue requires insuranceWhen planning your wedding event, it’s important to check whether your venue requires you to have insurance.Wedding or event Insurance is designed to offer peace of mind should the unexpected happen. It’s not something any of us want to think about but insurance can offer reassurance, knowing you are financially protected.You’ll be covered as soon as you take out Wedding Insurance — during the lead-up to; during the lead-up to your event and on the day itself e.g. for illness of a close family member to a supplier going out of business. Taking out cover early in your planning journey means you’re protected right from the start.With our discount code HOST10 at Dreamsaver Wedding Insurance you can save 10% on your policy! Take me to Dreamsaver Wedding insurance 101Weighing it all upUltimately, the choice is yours, but with the average wedding costing around £30,000, even small disruptions can have a big financial impact.Having the right insurance for your needs can give you much needed peace of mind. A suitable policy could help cover the costs of rearranging your ceremony, recovering a lost deposit, and other... - Published: 2024-04-08 - Modified: 2025-08-29 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/gift-lists/ GIFT LISTS – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL Sorted your gift list?(who needs two toasters, three even?)It’s time to sort your gift list. Share exactly what you need and help your guests to avoid giving you the same thing and you to avoid two, even three toasters!Click below to view our exclusive partner offers, adding £50 credit to your account.Guests love to give you a present and a list helps to steer your friends and family. And you can link your list to the Guest section in Hostology, to easily share with guests via our RSVP email invites or a shared RSVP link .Your list can manage it all, from toasters to cash contributions or honeymoon experiences. Sign-up with an exclusive offer below! GO TO MY GIFT LIST PAGE The Wedding ShopGet a £50 gift creditWe’re delighted to partner to offer you a £50 welcome gift credit to spend on any item from within their hundreds of amazing brand partners. Choose from over 450 brands including; The White Company, OKA and Denby.The Wedding Shop want your gift list experience to be memorable, meaningful and a lot of fun. Most of all, they want to help you to choose the gifts that will... - Published: 2023-09-06 - Modified: 2025-12-08 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-for-weddings/ Manage, track and complete tasks from beginning to end with our handy ‘My Checklist’ feature. Empowering teams to work more productively and efficiently, our task management tools will guarantee effective project management and successful business operations. - Published: 2023-06-21 - Modified: 2026-03-09 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/faqs/ FAQs – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL Have a question? Check out our FAQsIf you can't find the answer here please contact our friendly support teamWhat is Hostology?Hostology is the leading connected venue and event management software platform. Software as a service (SaaS), designed by venues for venues,Hostology connects your venue team with your customers, their guests and suppliers. We help all the event stakeholders to collaborate effectively, making the event admin a breeze.Our multi-portal solution delivers task management, time-saving operational templates, cost-effective online payments and host, guest and supplier management workflows to save your venue team hours each week. Who is Hostology for?Hostology is designed to help venues, their hosts, guests and suppliers plan together.Our venue clients range from barns to country houses, from dry hire venues to those with accommodation and in-house catering, from intimate weddings to huge gatherings.However your venue is set up, Hostology can be tailored to work for you. How much will Hostology cost my venue?We charge a £25 monthly core membership fee per venue  – no contract. This gives your team unlimited access to Hostology, including our automated enquiry through booking Pipeline. We add a monthly fee of £2 per event, applied only to any confirmed event within 12... - Published: 2023-06-16 - Modified: 2025-06-16 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/testimonials/ Venue Testimonials – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL VENUE TESTIMONIALSHear why our customers love using HostologyWe love hearing feedback from our venues. Read below what some of our venues most like about using Hostology. You’ll hear how our collaborative event management platform helps their team to save time whilst ensuring a smooth, connected planning journey. Collaborative planning means fewer emails“We find our inbox is not full of questions anymore as our clients can find everything on Hostology. I could go on and on about how brilliant Hostology is and I don’t know how we managed so long without it!”– Shortflatt Tower“How good is the Hostology Platform! It’s made everything so easy for us.”– Llantilio House“We now spend much more time with each client, meaning we can offer an even more personal service. This is what we have been waiting for since we opened in 2010.”– Iscoyd Park  Hostology does the hard work, saving 100s of hours“A massive thank you and well done. I can already see that the Xero integration is going to save me countless dull hours of invoicing and receipting clients, and we are already seeing the benefits for managing the bookings we have taken over the last few weeks.”–... - Published: 2023-06-16 - Modified: 2023-11-17 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/platform-features/ Platform Features – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL YOUR HOSTOLOGY PLATFORMCollaborative planning For venues, event hosts, their guests and suppliersHostology is a uniquely collaborative event management platform, easing the planning journey for venues and their teams, their event hosts, guests and suppliers.  Choose your route below to find out more about our features or to sign up for a demo. HOSTOLOGYFor VenuesCreate an itinerary and workflows, manage tasks, add accommodation and menus, view dietaries, collaborate with hosts and suppliers, and more… FIND OUT MORE HOSTOLOGYFor HostsUpload your guest list, design and send invitations, manage your itinerary, book and assign accommodation, create table plans and gift lists, and more… FIND OUT MORE HOSTOLOGYFor GuestsRSVP to your invitations, see detailed event information, find and book accommodation, choose the perfect gift, and more… FIND OUT MORE Want to find out how Hostology can help your venue?BOOK YOUR FREE DEMO THE PLATFORM For Venues For Hosts For Guests Our StoryUSEFUL LINKS Contact Us Subscription Pricing Onboarding & Support Free Venue trialJOIN US The Collective Our Events Customers PartnersSUPPORT For Venues For Hosts For Guests For Suppliers Hostology Limited, Britannia House, 1-11 Glenthorne Road, London, W6 0LH© 2025Privacy Policy - Published: 2023-06-13 - Modified: 2025-12-08 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/iscoyd-park/ Case Study – Iscoyd park – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL CASE STUDYISCOYD PARKIscoyd Park is a beautiful country house on the borders of North Wales, Shropshire, and Cheshire, offering private weddings, events, and celebrations of all sizes.Iscoyd Park offer on-site accommodation and award winning in-house catering,  delivering hundreds of weddings, parties and dining opportunities throughout the year.As a founder venue, the events team at Iscoyd Park has been using the Hostology event management software platform from the get-go, helping them to save time and plan efficiently, collaborating with their hosts online. Country House | Guests 160 | In-house catering | Accommodation for 36 | Team size 20+ “Our previous method for planning weddings was time consuming and inconsistent.”“Hostology allows couples to start planning their day as soon as they have booked. We get kept up to date every time they make an adjustment, and we can see their day come together in real time. We can pop all of our menus/ packages/extra information onto Hostology so our couples have all of the information readily available. We can catch up over zoom/the phone and update the site as we go along so both host and venue are on the same page throughout... - Published: 2023-06-01 - Modified: 2023-06-14 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/that-amazing-place/ Case Study – That Amazing Place – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL CASE STUDYTHAT AMAZING PLACEThat Amazing Place is an exclusive wedding venue and boutique Bed and Breakfast nestled in the Essex countryside. Originally built as a monastery in the 15th century, That Amazing Place has been fully renovated by the current owners to become the beautiful wedding venue it is today.That Amazing Place has been working with Hostology for the last couple of years, helping them to deliver a myriad of successful events smoothly and without fuss!Country House | Guests 150 | Accommodation x 31 “After researching many different software options, I chose Hostology because of its simple platform and the ability for the clients to add their own information.”“After researching many different software options, I chose Hostology because of its simple platform and the ability for the clients to add their own information.The team are also very helpful and responsive, listening to feedback and adding new features regularly.”– That Amazing Place team Back to case studies “The itinerary and notes are the sections that I use the most and allow me to collaborate with my couples on their plans for their big day.”“The itinerary and notes are the sections that... - Published: 2023-05-25 - Modified: 2025-12-08 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/shortflatt-tower/ Case Study – Shortflatt Tower – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL CASE STUDYSHORTFLATT TOWERShortflatt Tower is a stunning exclusive use venue in secluded Northumberland. Offering in-house catering and beautiful accommodation.Each event involves a huge amount of communication and collaboration between their team and their hosts. They desperately needed something to simplify their communications and in particular the endless email inbox. Cue Hostology…Country House | Guests 160 | Accommodation x 71 “I needed a system to help us remind and keep track of our planning process, and the Hostology event management software does this for us brilliantly!”“Planning weddings and events is time consuming and meticulous; we were finding it hard to keep track of what needed to be done and when, using our old system of dropbox, spreadsheets and paper documents, especially as our business was growing.I needed a system to help us remind and keep track of our planning process, and the Hostology event management software does this for us brilliantly!”– Shortflatt Tower team Back to case studies “We find our inbox is not full of questions anymore as our clients can find everything on Hostology.”“The Hostology Platform is so easy to use!! Very quickly new members have some training and then... - Published: 2023-05-22 - Modified: 2026-07-27 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/case-studies/ VENUE CASE STUDIES – Hostology WHY HOSTOLOGY?About HostologyEnquiry & CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest ManagementAccommodation ManagementSupplier ManagementPaymentsIntegrationsPRICINGSubscription PricingONBOARDING & SUPPORTFAQsINSIGHTSTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR NEWSOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSContact LOGIN FREE TRIAL BOOK DEMO VENUE CASE STUDIESFind out how Hostology has transformed these venuesHostology is powering up event teams across the UK, from the South West of England through to Scotland. We work with successful venues of all shapes and sizes; country houses, barns or woodlands; large and small, offering accommodation and catering or simply dry-hire.Read on to see how these venues are delivering efficient processes and perfect events with Hostology.We’d love to transform your team – click to book your demo below. BOOK YOUR DEMO Llantilio House Wedding Barn | Guests 200 | Accommodation for 20+ | Team size 3+“The more we use Hostology, the more we find it can be the hub for everything. That dramatically simplifies our lives and, particularly, the lives of the couples planning their wedding with us.” – George, co-founder at Llantilio House Case Study – Llantilio House Lapstone BarnWedding Barn | Guests 200 | Catering | Accommodation x 14 “Hostology’s accommodation booking module is our favorite tool. It allows couples to see the accommodation they have booked and manage their guests” Click the link below to find out more about Lapstone Barn’s journey with Hostology Case Study – Lapstone Barn Iscoyd ParkCountry House | Guests 160 | Catering | Accommodation x 30  “Our previous method for planning weddings was time consuming and... - Published: 2022-08-04 - Modified: 2025-12-08 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/for-suppliers/ HOSTOLOGY FOR SUPPLIERS – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL Invited to an Event on Hostology?Suppliers can join Hostology for freeIf you’ve been invited to join Hostology by a venue, a wedding couple or party host, use our smart platform to securely share documents, licenses and more with your event team.Once invited, simply create your free account, enter your business details and you’re good to go! LOG IN TO GET STARTED We're always happy to help - visit our support area to get in touchSUPPORT How it works1. Keep track of event informationKeep track of event information by adding event-specific documents and important notes in the supplier section. 2. Discuss key details with your teamCommunicate and collaborate with the rest of the event team on key details and make sure everyone stay’s up-to-date at all times. 3. Become a recommended supplierBe added as a recommended supplier by venues and be found by hundreds of event planning hosts on Hostology. HOSTOLOGY POWERS THESE LEADING VENUES AND MANY MORE...15,000+SUCCESSFUL EVENTS5,000,000+HAPPY CUSTOMERS & GUESTS “I LOVE the new Payment feature within Hostology. From an accounting perspective, it is great”Helen, Kedleston Country House“Hostology brings everything in to one place, increasing the efficiency of our event managers, while... - Published: 2021-11-03 - Modified: 2025-12-08 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/contact_us/ Contact Hostology – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL Contact UsWe'd love to hear from you!Get in touch and find out how Hostology can simplify event management for your team. For Hostology Support please use the links at the bottom of the page.   Enhanced venue management at the click of the buttonTHE PLATFORM WATCH OUR VIDEO “I LOVE the new Payment feature within Hostology. From an accounting perspective, it is great.”Helen, Keddleston Country House“Hostology brings everything in to one place, increasing the efficiency of our event managers, while at the same time creating a great platform for our customers to use.”Harry & Georgina Dearden, Pennard House“We now spend much more time with each client, meaning we can offer an even more personal service. This is what we have been waiting for since we opened in 2010.”Phil and Susie Godsal, Iscoyd Park“Hostology has carefully thought through how a tech solution can not only make the event management process smoother, saving in time and admin, but can also provide an enjoyable work flow for the client.”Joshua Dugdale, Wasing Park“The systemising, streamlining and efficiencies are a game changer for our business and equally will make planning the wedding logistics less ‘dry’ for our couples and... - Published: 2021-08-11 - Modified: 2026-03-09 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/hostology_training/ Hostology Onboarding – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL FAST VENUE ONBOARDINGAnd unlimited UK-based supportTo ensure you get the most out of Hostology, we provide comprehensive onboarding for just £99, with unlimited follow-on support included in the price of your subscription.Our bespoke onboarding is designed to get your team up and running in days. We’ll agree a time-frame to suit you, and to guarantee that Hostology is set up to meet your expectations.We are proud of our ongoing support. Our friendly team is here to answer your email questions and queries as quickly as possible. With free follow up calls and a comprehensive online support library we are here to support you. BOOK YOUR SESSION PERSONALISED ONBOARDING PLANS Book a session with one of our team members who will assist you in getting started with Hostology and ensure you receive a smooth and personalised experience from the very start of your event planning journey.THE HOSTOLOGY ACADEMY Become a Hostology expert with our online course. Designed for all platform users, the Hostology Academy allows you to learn more about Hostology wherever, whenever and however works best for you.ONGOING SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE We offer ongoing support on the platform, where we will answer your questions... - Published: 2021-07-28 - Modified: 2021-07-28 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/test/ testing page - Published: 2021-07-27 - Modified: 2025-12-08 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/our-team/ OUR TEAM – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL OUR TEAMMEET the TEAM behind Hostology, building the #1 venue and event management platform CEO and FounderEmma HardcastleThe Hostology team is led by experienced innovator and software entrepreneur, Emma Hardcastle.Joining forces with five experienced exclusive use venues back in 2018; Emma has built and shepherded Hostology through to the unique collaborative planning platform it is today.Favourite thing at an event: Hitting the dance floor! THE HOSTOLOGY TEAM CTO (AKA Tech Fairy)Mark SomerfieldMark has a wealth of start-up experience and is a as a technical leader who understands both our business and customer needs.Mark leads our engineering team and ensures that Hostology delivers a delightful experience to all our customers, as well as keeping one eye on our future roadmap.Favourite thing at an event: The music! THE HOSTOLOGY TEAM Head of Customer SuccessLucia PusateriLucia is our customer success specialist with a background in hospitality. Specializing in client satisfaction and retention to ensure lasting success and growth.Lucia helps with onboarding our clients and handles our customer support. She is always there to answer any questions!Favourite thing at an event: The food! THE HOSTOLOGY TEAM OUR FOUNDER VENUESMeet our founder venues. Each a hugely successful events business,... - Published: 2021-07-27 - Modified: 2023-11-17 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/why-hostology/ WHY HOSTOLOGY – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL Why Hostology?The Platform means easy event planning for you and your customers. Hostology has been developed to have every feature needed to provide a comprehensive planning experience.Our host and guest portals mean that you can collaboratively work with your customers and their guests to plan the event.See how a Hostology compares to other event management solutions below. BOOK A WALK-THROUGH Enhanced venue performance at the click of a mouseSIGN-UP FOR A DEMO WATCH OUR VIDEO Why Hostology? Built by venues for venues, using Hostology ensures that your venue benefits from greater efficiencies, higher margins and higher customer satisfaction.And that’s not to forget the all-important compliance tracking in this post-pandemic world. SIGN-UP FOR A DEMO Greater Efficiencies Better task management and team sharing reduce staff overhead.Notifications, messages and to-do’s mean that staff can keep up to date with the planning process.Whilst the notes section makes staff aware of the internal or external particulars of the event. BOOK A WALK-THROUGH Higher Margins  Sophisticated quotation and cost tracking tools look after the margins.Keep track of all your event stages from pencil bookings to opportunities and finally to confirmed events. Meaning you know how to target your marketing.Add optional extras to your... - Published: 2021-03-30 - Modified: 2025-08-14 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-in-the-press-2/ Hostology in the Press – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL Hostology in Historic Houses Magazine Our partners at Historic Houses were very generous to write this feature piece about Hostology. The article highlights our mission to reinvent hosting for the twenty-first century by combining all the hard-earned knowledge from our five founder venues. FIND OUT MORE ABOUT HOSTOLOGY Hostology in the Daily Mail Our Managing Director and Founder Emma Hardcastle and fellow Founder and Owner of the beautiful Dewsall Court Samantha Vaughan were featured in the Daily Mail. In their interviews, Emma and Samantha talked about the impact of Coronavirus on the wedding venues and the need for clarity in the sector.  READ THE ARTICLE Hostology Webinars featured on Coco Wedding Venues  Coco Wedding Venues featured an overview of the Hostology Webinars in their informative blog.Emma Hla writes ‘I’ve personally watched or joined the live webinars each week and it’s been super valuable for me to understand the issues venues are facing around the legalities of postponements and cancellations, as well as preparing for a time when weddings can be hosted again.’ READ THE ARTICLE Hostology in Land & Business Hostology was featured in the CLA’s May 2021 edition of ‘Land and Business’. The article... - Published: 2021-03-18 - Modified: 2021-03-26 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/guest-speaker-information-day-4/ Guest Speaker Information DAY 4 – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL Reset, Recover, ReopenDay 4: 25th MarchOur final day of the Summit and we will be looking to the future, helping you understand where the sector stands and where it is heading. We’ll also be discussing the team, joined by resilience expert Cath Bishop (author of The Long Win) and Debbie Lewis, functional medicine expert. Finally, we will focus on Bouncing Back with venue marketing consultant Kelly Chandler and expert panel. CATCH UP The Future of the Wedding SectorOur first panel of the day will focus on looking ahead; discussing the future of the wedding sector; it’s governance and leadership, and the impact of the Law Commission’s recommendations.Panel Guests: Professor Nick Hopkins, Law Commissioner for Property, Family and Trust Law; Hamish Shepherd, Founder & CEO of Bridebook, Stuart Owens, UK Wedding Taskforce, Ben Cowell, Historic Houses and Mark Dawson, WVSGModerated by Emma Hardcastle, Founder and CEO of Hostology. CATCH UP The Future of the Wedding SectorProfessor Nicholas Hopkins, Law CommissionNick Hopkins is Law Commissioner for England and Wales with responsibility for family law. He was appointed Commissioner in October 2015 and led the final stages of the Commission’s Scoping Paper on weddings... - Published: 2021-03-18 - Modified: 2021-03-26 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/guest-speaker-information-day-3/ Guest Speaker Information DAY 3 – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL Reset, Recover, ReopenDay 3: 24th MarchOn day 3, we will be tackling the big issues. We’ll be looking back at Government actions and support during the pandemic; discussing the future of insurance, both for weddings and businesses; and welcoming an overview and ‘up next’ from the What about Weddings team. CATCH UP Government in the Pandemic: Lessons Learnt & Ongoing SupportA fascinating session looking back at Government policy and the events sector during the Pandemic. We will also address the roadmap, ongoing support & likely outcomes.Panel Guests: Alex Thomas, Programme Director at the Institute for Government; Carl Creswell, Director at BEIS; Sarah Haywood, Wedding Planner and Spokesperson for the UK Wedding Task Force.Moderated by Judicaelle Hammond, Director of Policy and Advice for the CLA. Watch this panel Government in the Pandemic: Lessons Learnt & Ongoing SupportAlex Thomas, Institute for GovernmentAlex is a programme director at the Institute for Government, leading work on policymaking and the civil service. He joined the IfG in 2020 as an experienced civil servant, most recently working as a director in the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), and before that as principal private secretary... - Published: 2021-03-17 - Modified: 2021-03-26 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/guest-speaker-information/ Guest Speaker Information DAY 2 – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL Reset, Recover, ReopenDay 2: 18th MarchOn the second day of our summit, we will be discussing recovery; refinancing your business, preparing for COVID regulations and how to use technology to move your venue team and events forward. CATCH UP Recovery! Refinancing your businessThe financial impact of COVID on the events industry has been huge. We ask the experts what’s next, looking for some positive pointers towards keeping afloat until June and beyond.Panel Guests: Adam White, Commercial Director, Barclays Agriculture and Landed Estates; Martyn Wright from Duckett’s Trusted Advisors; and Paul Sullivan from the British Business Bank.Moderated by Joshua Dugdale, Wasing Estate. CATCH UP Recovery! Refinancing your businessAdam White, Barclays Adam White is the Commercial Director for Barclays Agriculture & Landed Estates. Responsible for a team of dedicated Agriculture and Landed Estates managers across the UK, who support businesses through a range of projects such as diversification, sustainability and growth.He studied at the University of Greenwich, followed by an MBA at the University of Lincoln. Adam is also a Fellow of the Institute of Sales Management and a Member of the Institute of Agricultural Management.He has worked with a wide range of... - Published: 2021-03-01 - Modified: 2021-07-23 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/reset-reopen-recover-summit/ Reset, Reopen, Recover Summit 2021 – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL Reset, Recover, ReopenEvent Sector SummitIn March 2021, we were thrilled to host the ​Hostology Summit​, in association with ​Historic Houses ​and the ​Country Land and Business Association (CLA)​.The Reset, Reopen, Recover Summit offered venue owners and their event managers a series of informative and engaging sessions, centring on resetting, reopening and recovering from a very challenging year.Watch this space as we will be joining forces with ​Historic Houses ​and the ​CLA to bring you a 2022 Summit.In the meantime, catch up on the Reset, Reopen and Recover Summit 2021 in The Collective. CATCH UP ON THE SUMMIT The Summit: DAY 1 - 17th March 2021Catch up on day one – join The Collective to watch in full!On the first day of the Reset, Reopen, Recover Hostology Summit, we discussed the challenges and opportunities behind opening up, how to diversify your venue revenues, and when larger events might be given the green light. WATCH NOW 10:30-11:10Opening-up: challenges and opportunitiesOur first panel of the Summit took a birds-eye view of the roadmap towards opening up the hospitality sector; discussing the challenges, the opportunities, and how England and each of the devolved nations can... - Published: 2021-01-20 - Modified: 2024-09-20 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/platform-update/ Excuse us while we update – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL WE ARE UPDATING THE PLATFORMPlease bear with us while we update our lookWe expect to be in maintenance mode for the next few hours as we update with lots of great usability upgrades and new features.We’ll be back up as swiftly as possible so please do check back with us very soon.The Hostology Team OUR VENUE PARTNERS5000+SUCCESSFUL EVENTS500,000HAPPY CLIENTS & GUESTS “I LOVE the new Payment feature within Hostology. From an accounting perspective, it is great”Helen, Kedleston Country House“Hostology brings everything in to one place, increasing the efficiency of our event managers, while at the same time creating a great platform for our customers to use.” Harry & Georgina Dearden, Pennard House“We now spend much more time with each client, meaning we can offer an even more personal service. This is what we have been waiting for since we opened in 2010.”Phil and Susie Godsal, Iscoyd Park“Hostology has carefully thought through how a tech solution can not only make the event management process smoother, saving in time and admin, but can also provide an enjoyable work flow for the client.”Joshua Dugdale, Wasing Park“The systemising, streamlining and efficiencies are a game changer... - Published: 2021-01-11 - Modified: 2026-01-24 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/our-events/ Join - Published: 2021-01-08 - Modified: 2022-08-18 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/webinar/ WEBINAR SERIES – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL Webinar SeriesDuring the Covid pandemic, we ran a series of webinars to offer advice and support to our sector, allowing members of the Hostology Collective to come together and share industry updates.Feel free to dip into all of the advice and ideas from our expert guest speakers below… THE COLLECTIVE CATCH UP NOWSummer Wedding Season ReviewIn this months webinar, we reviewed the track and trace Wedding Pilot conducted on behalf of the Welsh Government by Iscoyd Park. The pilot was a success with 100% of guests happy to submit test results before and after the event, and 0 cases of COVID.We also discussed the current problems with staffing and ways to reduce staff turnover including, staff events and perks. We caught up with some members of the Wedding Task Force and WVSG to talk about insurance.Catch up now in The Collective! WATCH THIS WEBINAR 10/12/20Bounce Back in 2021 - Marketing RefresherWe are very excited to welcome back marketing expert Kelly Chandler. Kelly will help us all to focus on making the most of 2021, taking us through her top tips and marketing priorities for 2021. WATCH THIS WEBINAR 5/11/20HR Tips and Financial Experts The... - Published: 2021-01-07 - Modified: 2025-12-08 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/our-story/ OUR STORY – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL THE HOSTOLOGY STORYDesigned by venues for venuesHostology was founded by a collaboration of five established, independent, venues. Between them they host over 600 successful weddings, parties and corporate events each year, with some 500,000 happy customers and guests to their name.Designed and road-tested by the founders, Hostology has grown into a sophisticated event management Platform, powering up 1000s of events each year through its seamless collaborative planning software.We believe that at the heart of hosting is an enjoyable journey, leading always to a successful celebration.  To champion the venue’s pivotal role in this, we created an online Platform designed for higher event functioning and The Collective to support our peer community. We look forward to working together to elevate the art of hosting. The PlatformOur practices had served us well for years, but an upgrade was calling.Time to prioritise our client relationships and maximise operational efficiency to deliver exceptional occasions for today’s sophisticated hosts.We designed THE PLATFORM to optimise the entire hosting journey, then packed it with the features we found lacking in kindred solutions.Designed by venues for venues, our goal is to make the planning process a joy. The CollectiveFrom our own experience, we... - Published: 2020-12-02 - Modified: 2025-12-08 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/for-guests/ HOSTOLOGY FOR GUESTS – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL You're Invited!RSVP with HostologyPlanned your outfit? Ready to hit the dance floor? But have you RSVP’d, checked out the gift list?Hostology helps you to be the perfect guest. Check for an email or link to RSVP, add a meal choice or dietary requirement, accept or book a room and find the gift list.We take care of the details so you can focus on the celebrations! LOG IN TO GET STARTED Learn more about attending events with Hostology WATCH OUR VIDEO Time to RSVPWith the Hostology Platform, you can easily RSVP to an event. All you need to do is click your e-invite and create a password to view all of your invitations in one place.Don’t forget to communicate any dietary requirements and allergies to your host to help them prepare a variety of food options! Login to get started Staying overnight?After dancing the night away, a good night’s sleep is all you’ll need.Log in to view or book your room on-site, add any extras or drop a note to the venue with a special request.You can also choose from an array of excellent room choices close to the venue from highly rated rooms... - Published: 2020-12-02 - Modified: 2026-03-09 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/for-venues/ Manage, track and complete tasks from beginning to end with our handy ‘My Checklist’ feature. Empowering teams to work more productively and efficiently, our task management tools will guarantee effective project management and successful business operations. - Published: 2020-11-19 - Modified: 2023-11-17 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/your-data/ YOUR DATA IS OUR PRIORITY – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL Your data security is our priorityTake control of your business from anywhereA cloud hosted service, the scalable and secure Hostology PLATFORM is available anywhere, at any time.And like all cloud hosted platforms, your data is fully backed-up and secure. Our hosting partner, AWS, operate and manage a world class, scalable and secure facility.We also understand that your data is for your eyes only. Our systems are fully GDPR compliant and we’ll always flag when you’re sharing data with your customers.Take control of your business and collaborate with your customers wherever and whenever you need to. SIGN UP FOR A WALKTHROUGH Flexible collaborative event planningSecure customer communication from any location and on any device LEARN MORE Remote working made simpleLiberate your team to achieve more, working securely wherever they are LEARN MORE Trusted data security partnersFully backed-up and secure hosting from our partners, AWS LEARN MORE Enhanced venue performance at the click of a mouseSIGN UP FOR A DEMO VENUE CUSTOMERS5000+SUCCESSFUL EVENTS5,000,000HAPPY CUSTOMERS & GUESTS TESTIMONIALS /“Hostology brings everything in to one place, increasing the efficiency of our event managers, while at the same time creating a great platform for our customers... - Published: 2020-11-16 - Modified: 2025-08-14 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/the-collective/ THE COLLECTIVE – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL JOIN THE COLLECTIVEBy venues for venuesHostology was born of our founder venues’ shared experience. THE COLLECTIVE provides a community for venue teams to connect and learn from each other.Our free members’ forum extends this experience to the wider community, connecting venues and their teams with each other in imaginative ways that encourage each to thrive.At its core are industry-leading resources and hand-picked professional service recommendations.With your venue operations whipped into shape by THE PLATFORM the generous network of THE COLLECTIVE will equip you to work the bigger picture.   JOIN THE COLLECTIVE A forum for peer-to-peer adviceVisit The Collective to join the conversation and find a wealth of free information, advice and camaraderie, aiming to reassure with sound peer-to-peer advice.Members and their event management teams can join us for one of our regular webinars or ‘Roadshow’ in-person get-togethers, held at venues across the UK.Don’t miss your chance to listen to expert speakers, discuss industry updates, and share tips on everything from driving operational efficiencies to coping with your couples’ wedding jitters.Join us today! JOIN THE COLLECTIVE Regular industry updatesRelive informative conversations with leaders in the sector WATCH NOW Share marketing insights for your venueHelp your... - Published: 2020-11-15 - Modified: 2026-08-10 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/for-hosts/ HOSTOLOGY FOR HOSTS – Hostology WHY HOSTOLOGY?About HostologyEnquiry & CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest ManagementAccommodation ManagementSupplier ManagementPaymentsIntegrationsPRICINGSubscription PricingONBOARDING & SUPPORTFAQsINSIGHTSTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR NEWSOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSContact LOGIN FREE TRIAL BOOK DEMO Time to start planning!Seamless wedding and event planningYou’re invited! Your personal online space for easy planning with your venue, guests and suppliers.Hostology keeps everyone on the same page for a delightful planning journey. We take care of the detail so you can focus on the celebrationsThe best bit? Access is free – simply ask your venue for a login to get started.If you’re still thinking about whether you need event insurance, read our article to find out more. Looking for gift lists? Check out our partners here.  LOGIN TO GET STARTED Your day, your wayHostology makes it a joy to finesse the detail of your big day.Add your own personal touch to your event with bespoke invitation creation, menu selections and adding your favourite suppliers. Plan your event hand-in-hand with your venue team, so everything is just as you imaged it would be. ASK FOR HOSTOLOGY Connected wedding and event planningTake the stress out of your planning. Get organised with handy checklists, assigning and completing tasks and milestones.Work with your venue on the finer details of your itinerary for the day, selecting food and drink, assigning accommodation to guests, choosing your suppliers and much more – all in one easy-to-use platform.Then invite your guests and manage their accommodation and dietary requirements – even add a... - Published: 2020-11-11 - Modified: 2026-08-17 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/pricing/ Pricing – Hostology WHY HOSTOLOGY?About HostologyEnquiry & CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest ManagementAccommodation ManagementSupplier ManagementPaymentsIntegrationsPRICINGSubscription PricingONBOARDING & SUPPORTFAQsINSIGHTSTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR NEWSOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSContact LOGIN FREE TRIAL BOOK DEMO Get started today 1. Sign-upChoose your planFrom boutique to busy, pay-as-you-grow. Book in for bespoke onboarding and unlimited support 2. Set-upFast onboarding Custom emails & workflows to stay on top of enquiries; quotes, contracts and booking flows 3. Grow!Grow your business!Win more bookings. Plan the perfect event with customers and get paid faster Convert more bookings and streamline your events from £45 a month WATCH OUR VIDEO Powerful payment toolsFor event and accommodation paymentsConnect Hostology Checkout for fast and secure transactions. Payment options include credit cards or cost-effective Pay by Bank – you choose.Then share invoices securely with customers (Xero users can smart sync) and get paid faster.Manage your on-site accommodation with customers and their guests.  Hostology helps hosts to assign rooms, request payments, and you to get paid on time.NB Stripe merchant (card and Pay by Bank/ BACs) and Hostology Checkout fees apply (see above).Hostology Checkout covers the world. Wherever your venue, our team is here to support you “I LOVE the new Payment feature within Hostology. From an accounting perspective, it is great”Helen, Kedleston Country House“Hostology brings everything in to one place, increasing the efficiency of our event managers, while at the same time creating a great platform for our customers to use.”Harry & Georgina Dearden, Pennard House“We now spend much more time... - Published: 2020-10-30 - Modified: 2026-07-23 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/ AKEPE - Published: 2020-05-01 - Modified: 2020-05-01 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/sitemap/ Pages #5536 (no title) About Hostology Accommodation management Calendly booking Case Study – Iscoyd park Case Study – Lapstone Barn Case Study – Shortflatt Tower Case Study – That Amazing Place Case Study Update- Iscoyd park Catering management Contact Hostology Couple management Data Security Event Planning Excuse us while we update FAQs Form page GIFT LISTS Guest Speaker Information DAY 2 Guest Speaker Information DAY 3 Guest Speaker Information DAY 4 HOME HOST OFFERS HOSTOLOGY FOR GUESTS HOSTOLOGY FOR HOSTS HOSTOLOGY FOR SUPPLIERS HOSTOLOGY FOR WEDDINGS Hostology in the Press Hostology Onboarding Integrations Invoicing and Payments OUR EVENTS OUR FOUNDER VENUES OUR NEWS OUR PARTNERS OUR STORY OUR TEAM Platform Features Pricing Privacy Policy Reset, Reopen, Recover Summit 2021 Sample page Sitemap Supplier management SUPPORT test Testing page THE COLLECTIVE VENUE CASE STUDIES Venue Testimonials VENUES 3 WEBINAR SERIES Wedding and event insurance Wedding Venue CRM WHY HOSTOLOGY YOUR DATA IS OUR PRIORITY Posts by category Category: Hostology Catch up on our latest Future of Weddings webinar – Smart Tools, Softer Touch: Balancing Technology and Relationships in Weddings Product Update: Smarter Enquiry Handling with AI More releases: Event Wizard for Enquiries, Customisable Host Dashboard and Function Sheet New Event Wizard – it’s magic Hostology Platform – New Features and Tools UK Wedding Association Launch Sustainability Highlights New Feature: Add Supplements to Menu Items for Enhanced Pricing Control Event Packages – our biggest upgrade yet New Webinar Series: The Future of Weddings – join us! Summer feature update: Seasonal pricing Spring... - Published: 2020-01-16 - Modified: 2025-12-08 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/our-partners/ OUR PARTNERS – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIALSOME OF OUR PARTNERSWith collaborative event management at the heart of our software we believe in the power of partnershipsHostology are delighted to be partnered with so many brilliant businesses. Check them out below.And we’re always interested in working with like minded businesses. Get in touch with us today to discuss how we can collaborate. We are excited to be partnered with The Venue Experts, our official partners for our 2023 Roadshow series.The Venue Experts, led by Stacey Ferguson-Czersovski, are turbocharged wedding venue consultants and events sales specialists.thevenueexperts.co.uk We’re happy to be partnered with Sustainable Wedding Alliance.The Sustainable Wedding Alliance is here to help you build a wedding business that you’re proud of, one that has sustainability at its heart and that balances people, profit and planet.sustainableweddingalliance.com We’re delighted to be partnered with NameSwitch, an affordable online service that makes changing names after marriage a breeze.NameSwitch’s simple time-saving toolkits help you officially change your name and notify everyone who you hold accounts with – saving you hours of frustrating admin.nameswitch.co.uk We are delighted to partner with Historic Houses, the UK membership organisation for over 1700 Grade I and II* listed properties in the UK.If your... - Published: 2019-11-30 - Modified: 2019-12-06 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/privacy-policy/ PRIVACY AND COOKIE POLICY INTRODUCTION Welcome to Hostology Limited’s privacy and cookie policy. Hostology Limited respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This policy will inform you as to how we collect, process and look after your personal data when you use our website at https://www. hostology. co. uk/ and any associated application or platform (collectively our “Site”) and the services we provide via our Site (including the data you provide if you sign up for an account with us or purchase a subscription from us). It will also explain how cookies are used on our Site. We will only collect and use personal data in ways that are described here, and in a manner that is consistent with our obligations and your rights under the law. Our Site is not intended for children and we do not knowingly collect data relating to children. It is important that you read this policy together with any other privacy notice we may provide on specific occasions when we are collecting or processing personal data about you so that you are fully aware of how and why we are using your data. This privacy notice supplements the other notices and is not intended to override them. If you are using our Site, your acceptance of this policy is deemed to occur upon your first use of the Site and you will be required to read and accept this policy when signing up for an account. 1. Who We Are... - Published: 2019-08-26 - Modified: 2019-08-26 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/form-page/ Form page – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL YES, I WOULD LIKE A FREE 30-DAY TRIAL OF HOSTOLOGY FOR MY VENUE AT ?25 PER MONTH* [gravityform id=1 title=false description=false ajax=false] I understand that I can cancel my subscription at any time and that I won?t be charged until the end of the trial. Read our Terms and Conditions. Read our Privacy Policy. 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List 1 List 2 List 3 List 1 List 2 List 3 Notes: You can not used p tag inside li tag in lists format instead you can used any other tag like b, em etc. - Published: 2019-08-26 - Modified: 2023-11-17 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/venues-3/ VENUES 3 – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL ENHANCED VENUE PERFORMANCE AT THE CLICK OF A MOUSE SIGN UP FOR<br> A DEMO VENUE CUSTOMERS 5000+SUCCESSFUL EVENTS 5,000,000HAPPY CUSTOMERS & GUESTS ?We extensively researched the market and hadn?t been able find any software that fulfils all the needs we have when arranging events and liaising with customers. Hostology does and is going to massively streamline our business. It brings everything in to one place, increasing the efficiency of our event managers, while at the same time creating a great platform for our customers to use.?HARRY & GEORGINA DEARDENPENNARD HOUSE ?We extensively researched the market and hadn?t been able find any software that fulfils all the needs we have when arranging events and liaising with customers. Hostology does and is going to massively streamline our business. It brings everything in to one place, increasing the efficiency of our event managers, while at the same time creating a great platform for our customers to use.?HARRY & GEORGINA DEARDENPENNARD HOUSE ?We extensively researched the market and hadn?t been able find any software that fulfils all the needs we have when arranging events and liaising with customers. 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Lorem Ipsum is - Published: 2019-08-21 - Modified: 2025-12-08 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/our-venues/ OUR FOUNDER VENUES – Hostology FOR VENUESABOUT HOSTOLOGYWedding Venue CRMEvent PlanningCustomer PortalCatering & Guest DietariesAccommodation ManagementSuppliers & Add-OnsInvoices & PaymentsIntegrationsData SecurityPRICINGVenue PricingSupport & OnboardingFAQsTESTIMONIALSVENUE CASE STUDIESHOSTS & SUPPLIERSCustomer portal/ Wedding WebsiteGIFT LIST registryWedding & Event insuranceSUPPLIER PortalGUESTS/ RSVP & ACCOMMODATIONABOUTOUR STORYOUR TEAMOUR PARTNERSFOUNDER VENUESNEWSNEWS & UPDATESJOIN THE COLLECTIVEOUR EVENTSHOSTOLOGY IN THE PRESSCONTACT BOOK DEMO LOGIN FREE TRIAL OUR FOUNDER VENUESDesigned by venues for venuesFounded in 2018, Hostology works with successful venues of all shapes and sizes, powering 1000’s of weddings, parties and corporate events each year.Our commitment is to people-centred planning, elegant systems and leading technology. We’ve created a platform designed for higher event functioning and a smoother, more enjoyable planning experience. LEARN MORE “We extensively researched the market but couldn’t find any software to fulfil all our event planning and customer needs. Hostology does and is going to massively streamline our business. It brings everything into one place, increasing our event managers’ efficiency whilst creating a great platform for our customers to use.”HARRY & GEORGINA DEARDENPENNARD HOUSE “Hostology is a fantastic platform that brings the many elements of organising bespoke events under one roof. It has transformed the organisation of our business, saved many staff hours and made us far more efficient. We now spend much more time with each client, meaning we can offer an even more personal service. This is what we have been waiting for since we opened in 2010.”PHIL & SUSIE GODSALISCOYD PARK “We cannot wait to be able to incorporate the Hostology system into... ## Posts - Published: 2026-07-31 - Modified: 2026-08-17 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/the-gaps-peak-season/ The gaps peak season always exposes By the end of July, most wedding venues can tell you exactly where their operation is taking strain. Surprisingly, it's not the actual events. It's everything around them: the enquiries still waiting for a reply, supplier updates in someone’s inbox, a room booking move recorded on a piece of paper, or an extra agreed on Whatsapp but not yet added to the invoice. Having run events myself, I now see the same patterns across the venues we work with at Hostology. Peak wedding season isn't responsible for these gaps. What it does do is take away the spare time that normally hides them. Key takeaways Your team is capable, but manual admin makes them less efficient. Peak season gives you the clearest operational audit you will get all year. It exposes where and how much time and money is wasted. Learn how tech like Hostology brings your enquiries, event planning, accommodation, guest payments, documents, and schedules into one connected place. See how Llantilio House and its team of three, grew from seven events to 58 per year. Skip ahead: Show me how to simplify my venue and events management What operational gaps do wedding venues face in peak season? Wedding venues usually feel operational strain where information, responsibility, and money move between people and systems. That’s when important things start to slip through the gaps. Common gaps include -Duplicate data entry -Missed updates -Outdated documents - Slow payment follow-ups -Chargeable extras being missed -Accommodation... - Published: 2026-07-28 - Modified: 2026-07-28 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/wedding-law-reform-consultation/ Great to attend today's UK Wedding Association webinar on the Wedding Law Reform consultation. As a business dedicated to supporting wedding venues and helping couples connect with the perfect place to celebrate, it's important for us to stay informed about changes that could shape the future of the industry. The discussion highlighted how proposed reforms could modernise the way legal weddings take place, creating greater flexibility for couples and opportunities across the sector. A big thank you to the UK Wedding Association for hosting such an informative session! - Published: 2026-05-05 - Modified: 2026-05-05 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/ditch-the-paperwork-digital-contract-signing-is-here/ The journey to a wedding or big event should be as joyful as the day itself. But let’s be honest: there’s nothing "artful" about hunting for a working printer or chasing a blurry, scanned PDF. We’re helping you move away from the "old-skool" headache of dusty binders and manual filing. Our new digital contract signing feature makes the "boring bits" feel effortless, so you can get back to the work that actually matters. How your life gets easier: Seal the deal in seconds: Clients can review and sign from any device, anywhere. No more "chasing": See exactly when a document has been viewed and signed - no follow-up calls required. A cleaner workspace: Every contract is automatically stored in the client’s profile. No mess, no fuss. It’s modern, elegant, and entirely human-centric. Because your time is better spent hosting than chasing signatures. Ready to bin the scanner? Find out more about how Hostology can reclaim your afternoon - book a discovery call today. - Published: 2026-04-20 - Modified: 2026-04-20 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/join-us-on-april-27th/ The Future of Weddings: Can AI actually take a decent note? We’ve all been there: halfway through a site visit, balancing a clipboard, and trying to remember if the couple said "no lilies" or "only lilies. " The benefit to you: Imagine actually looking your clients in the eye instead of scribbling furiously. What we’ll cover: Letting a bot do the boring bits so you can focus on being a human. Why it matters: Because your brain deserves a break from being a human tape recorder. Tuesday 27th of April 2:00pm https://luma. com/09lrw40q Join us for fresh insights into what all this means for your business and your clients. - Published: 2026-04-20 - Modified: 2026-04-20 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/new-release-quotes/ You can now create quotes to share with potential clients and save time you time. Building a quote is quick and intuitive. You can pull together all the essential details, event days, packages, add ons, and more, into one polished document that’s easy for customers to understand. In just a few clicks, you can send a branded quote directly to your customers. They can review it, ask questions, and move forward faster, helping you keep momentum and close deals sooner. Watch the video tutorial below to learn how to create quotes Set up your quote settings and email templates at venue level to make this process even faster, find out more here. - Published: 2026-01-24 - Modified: 2026-01-24 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/catch-up-on-our-latest-future-of-weddings-webinar-smart-tools-softer-touch-balancing-technology-and-relationships-in-weddings/ We so enjoyed hosting the latest webinar in our series: Future of Weddings - Smart Tools, Softer Touch: Balancing Technology and Relationships in Weddings - with Anshika Arora from Eternity. Emma and Anshika asked 'When can technology assist in the enquiry through planning journey? ' Couples need to feel seen and heard and the personal touch is vital to delivering excellent hospitality - but it is also super time-consuming. Using technology can help a busy team to keep all the plates spinning at once: AI intelligence to cut through the admin noise, automations to keep the team on track. What's your view? If you weren't able to join us access the recording here And check our events page to keep in the loop for our next Future of Weddings webinar with Emma, Anshika and Stacey Ferguson-Czersovski - Published: 2025-12-05 - Modified: 2025-12-05 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/%f0%9f%9a%80-product-update-smarter-enquiry-handling-with-ai/ Big news from the Hostology team today - we’ve just released our new AI Enquiry Filter, and it’s a game-changer for busy venue teams. Our latest update automatically scans inbound emails, identifies which ones are genuine enquiries, extracts key details like dates directly from the body text, and instantly adds them to the correct record. No more wading through inboxes. No more missed opportunities. Just clean, reliable data flowing straight into your workflow. And we’re not stopping there. Up next we’ll bring venues automated replies with configurable email templates, fully integrated into existing workflows - enquiry handling that’s not just fast but auto-piloted. More time for teams. Faster responses for clients. Better experiences all round. Onwards. - Published: 2025-11-21 - Modified: 2025-12-04 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/more-releases-event-wizard-for-enquiries-customisable-host-dashboard-and-function-sheet/ We've released a trio of new features designed to make life easier for venues and more intuitive for hosts: an Event Wizard for the pipeline, custom images for the Host Portal, and a brand new Function Sheet for on-the-day operations. Together, these updates help venues move seamlessly from enquiry to event delivery, while giving hosts a clearer, more personalised experience. From Enquiry to Event in a Few Clicks: The New Event Wizard Managing incoming enquiries can be one of the most time-consuming parts of running a busy venue. The new Event Wizard for the Pipeline transforms this process by allowing venues to quickly create events directly from enquiries. Using Event Templates, teams can standardise how different event types are set up - whether it’s a wedding, corporate away day, private dinner, or large-scale celebration. Instead of building each event from scratch, users simply: - Select the enquiry in the pipeline - Launch the Event Wizard - Choose an appropriate Event Template - Auto-populate the event with predefined structure, timings, and key details This reduces admin time, ensures consistency across events, and helps teams respond faster to potential clients—boosting both professionalism and conversion rates. A More Branded Experience: Custom Images for the Host Portal First impressions matter, and Hostology’s custom Host Portal imagery feature gives venues greater control over how they present themselves to their clients. Hosts are now greeted with visuals that reflect their venue. For venues, this is an easy win: it turns a functional planning tool into an... - Published: 2025-11-12 - Modified: 2025-11-12 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/new-event-wizard-its-magic/ Our new Event Wizard moves you smoothly from the first enquiry to the final invoice - gathering all the details ready to personalise in seconds. The wizard leads into our planning flow, designed to save up to 30% in admin time, reduce endless email chains and make collaboration between couples, planners and suppliers effortless “Hostology saves us hours every week - it’s like having another member of the team. ” Iscoyd Park See how it works → - Published: 2025-11-04 - Modified: 2025-11-12 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/new-features/ Calling all Venues - we've got more exciting new features to tell you about... Accommodation Glow up For all our venues with accommodation, there's two new features to make your process even smoother. Accommodation/ All your room bookings in one place You can now click into any of your rooms and see what events it's booked for. Simply head to Venue > Billable Items > Accommodation and click on any of your rooms to see all the events it's assigned to as well as the specific guests in the room. Accommodation/ Split payments for Guests In events, you can now split payments for rooms to ask guests or hosts to pay a deposit for the room and the rest closer to the event date. All customizable for each event when you're assigning rooms. Your data - always We understand that you might need a copy of your event data - more than the PDF Event plan. So now you can take a back up of your rojects whwnever you need them. All your data, any time. Just head to Venue > Venue Settings > Backups And last but not least, add live links to tasks and milestones, so your hosts and couples can easily book in meetings with you or sign documents, from their Dashboard or from an email. Thanks for reading - more soon! - Published: 2025-10-16 - Modified: 2025-10-16 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/uk-wedding-association-launch/ A Big Step Forward for the UK Wedding Industry As proud ambassadors, we’re excited to share that the UK Wedding Association has officially launched, a not-for-profit organisation created to support and strengthen the UK wedding industry. This marks a significant moment for wedding professionals across the UK. The Association will provide education, guidance, and a recognised standard that couples can trust, helping businesses stand out for all the right reasons. It was a pleasure to celebrate this milestone and see the Advisory Board formally introduced. A huge congratulations to everyone involved in getting the Association to this point, it's a powerful step towards a more unified, future-ready industry. If you’re a venue or supplier looking to demonstrate your commitment to best practice, now’s the time to get involved. The first 100 members will be recognised with Founding Member status, a lifetime designation that highlights you as a leader in the field. Join here - Published: 2025-10-15 - Modified: 2025-10-16 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/sustainability-highlights/ Sustainability: A Growing Priority for Couples and a Responsibility for Us All Sustainability is no longer a niche concern it has become a central consideration for today’s couples as they plan their weddings. According to the Sustainable Wedding Alliance, 90% of couples now consider sustainability when planning their big day, and many actively seek out venues and suppliers who share their values. This growing awareness represents a real shift in priorities. Couples are increasingly choosing eco-conscious alternatives from locally sourced food and seasonal flowers to ethical fashion, minimal waste decor, and greener travel options. They’re not just asking about aesthetics or pricing anymore; they also want to know that the businesses they work with are responsible, transparent, and taking genuine steps to reduce their environmental impact. At Hostology, we believe it’s vital that we’re not just talking about sustainability but acting on it. That’s why, last year, we completed Carbon Literacy Training. The course gave us a practical and in-depth look at how our actions impact the planet and how we can improve both as a company and as individuals within the events industry. It was a hugely valuable experience and a strong foundation for further change. Of course, sustainability isn’t a box to tick it’s a continuous process. One of the most effective ways venues can continue that journey is by choosing to work with suppliers who are committed to responsible practices, like Naturalmat. What sets Naturalmat apart is not just the quality and comfort of their products, but... - Published: 2025-10-13 - Modified: 2025-10-16 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/new-feature-add-supplements/ We've just released a new update that seamlessly adds supplements to specific food and drink items within menus, for more flexible pricing and transparency. This update will help venues charge extra for premium ingredients or specialty upgrades and reflect the additional costs clearly. How It Works The supplement system is straightforward and can be set up directly from the venue side: Go to your Venue section Navigate to Food & Drink Click the three dots next to an item and select Edit From there, you'll find a new field titled “Menu Supplement Price”. Simply add the additional amount you want to charge for that specific item. For example, if a dish includes luxury ingredients like truffle, you could add a supplement of £5 to cover the added cost. After saving, the supplement will now appear within the menu, making it easier to track which items have added charges. Applying Supplements to Events Head to the Food & Drink section of the event Select your menu Both venue managers and event hosts will now be able to see which items have a supplement, ensuring full visibility of additional costs. Venue admins can also edit menu items and quantities as needed, and the system will automatically factor in both the menu price and the supplement when calculating the event’s overall budget. This new feature is a significant step forward in giving venues greater pricing control and improving budget transparency during event planning. Whether you're offering seasonal upgrades, premium wine pairings, or ingredient... - Published: 2025-09-26 - Modified: 2025-10-01 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/summer-of-releases/ Event planning should be exciting - not a spreadsheet marathon Our venues told us that juggling packages, payments, and pricing was slowing them down. So last week we shipped time-saving Event Packages - an exciting milestone for Hostology and our biggest upgrade yet: Venues you can now: Protect your margins with seasonal pricing Save time with one-click packages & auto-assigned menus Boost cash flow with secure online instalments & Pay by Bank Stay connected with Xero sync & instant reconciliation Make smarter decisions with cash flow & revenue reports In short everything you need to plan, price, and get paid - without the admin headache. It's been quite the Summer - watch the video to find out more https://lnkd. in/e77sP4Ma Venues: ready to see how effortless planning can be? Book a demo - Published: 2025-09-10 - Modified: 2025-09-10 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/nawp-the-next-chapter/ NAWP - the next chapter You may have seen the announcements this month, heralding the start of a new chapter for the National Association of Wedding Professionals (NAWP). From 13th November 2025, NAWP will be merging with the newly-formed UK Wedding Association (UKWA). Read the announcement from NAWP here - After nearly 13 years of championing professionalism and collaboration in the wedding industry, this next chapter marks an exciting evolution. The synergy between NAWP and UKWA makes this merger a natural and beneficial step forward for our members—and a powerful way to honour the legacy of NAWP. Alison Hargreaves, Founder & Director of the UK Wedding Association, shares: “The merger of the National Association of Wedding Professionals and the new UK Wedding Association is an exciting, forward-thinking step for our industry. This collaboration brings significant benefits to NAWP members, including immediate access to a much wider professional network, starting with our launch event on October 13th. NAWP members will also be the first to access our new industry benchmarking standards, positioning them to lead in defining professional excellence for wedding businesses. We’re delighted that NAWP is at the heart of this transformative moment for the wedding industry. ” To celebrate this new chapter, they’re offering a special combined membership offer until 1st October, which includes an invitation to the UKWA launch event on 13th October. We can't wait to support them in this exciting new chapter. - Published: 2025-08-11 - Modified: 2025-08-29 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/5478-2/ Our new webinar series, The Future of Weddings, kicks off next month. We can't wait to see what happens when a Gen Z, a Millennial, and a Gen X sit down to talk about using AI tools for the wedding industry? Join Emma from Hostology, Anshika from Eternity, and Stacey from The Venue Experts for the first in the series; a candid discussion on what every wedding professional should know about AI. From writing client emails and Instagram captions to creating timelines, proposals, and even ceremony scripts - ChatGPT and others are everywhere. But is it helping or hurting the industry? We'll dive into the real ways people are using AI tools for weddings - what’s working, what’s worrying, and what’s next. We'll unpack: - How your Gen Z clients are using ChatGPT to speed up everything - Why some pros are still skeptical - Ethical grey areas no one’s talking about - Practical tips for using ChatGPT et al without losing your voice or value Whether you're all in on AI or still copy-pasting from Google Docs, this session will give you a fresh perspective on what ChatGPT and others can do for your business - and your clients. Date: Wednesday 17th SeptemberTime: 2:30-3:30pm Location: Online (link sent upon registration) Free to attend – spaces are limited, so register now! - Published: 2025-07-18 - Modified: 2025-08-29 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/new-feature-update-seasonal-pricing/ Give your venue the power to price smarter—with full flexibility year-round. We're excited to introduce Seasonal Pricing in Hostology: a powerful new tool that lets you set variable pricing based on specific dates. Whether it's summer or quiet dates in January, your pricing can now reflect demand and availability—automatically. Your venue isn’t one-size-fits-all—your pricing shouldn’t be either. With Seasonal Pricing, you can: Maximise high-demand dates with premium pricing Boost off-peak bookings with strategic discounts Avoid manual updates with automated rules Customise by season or exact date ranges Seasonal Pricing integrates seamlessly into your existing Hostology dashboard. Setting up your rules is quick and intuitive—and once it’s live, your pricing adapts automatically based on your calendar settings. - Published: 2025-05-13 - Modified: 2025-08-29 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/feature-updates/ We’ve been working hard in the last couple of months with lots of different updates and new features. Take a look below Share Link for RSVPs Hosts can now send guests a personalised RSVP link—no need to enter guest emails manually. Enquiry Email Visibility See full enquiry emails directly in Hostology for easier follow-ups. Payment Plans + Xero Sync Sync individual instalments with Xero and include invoice links for easy review. Enhanced Reporting Track conversions, revenue, and cash flow with powerful, personalised reports. Custom Budgets Hide budget sections like accommodation if you don’t have any - Published: 2025-03-26 - Modified: 2025-08-29 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/new-share-link/ New Feature Alert: Invite your guests with a simple shared link! Inviting guests just got easier for Hosts! With our new Invitation Share Link, you no longer need email addresses to send event invitations. Simply generate a personalised link and share it via WhatsApp, add it to paper invites, or post it anywhere—guests can RSVP instantly with just a click! Key Features: Customizable URL – Personalise your invitation link before sharing. Share Anywhere – Send via WhatsApp, social media, or even print it on physical invites. Easy RSVP – Guests can quickly RSVP by matching their name with the list. - Published: 2025-03-03 - Modified: 2025-08-29 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/bactotech-sustainable-products-to-take-care-of-your-venue-inside-and-out/ At the Sustainable Wedding Summit last month we learned that small changes can go a long way and with BactoTech even your drain cleaners can have a positive impact. We spoke to Marta, a wedding photographer and TWIA national winner with a passion for sustainability and all things weddings about her new venture in chemical free products. Tell us a little bit about sustainability, weddings and why it’s important to get ahead We all know that more couples are looking for sustainable venues as 79% of couples prefer eco-friendly wedding venues (Wedding Report UK) but we also know that venues need to look amazing and work properly to keep booking weddings. BactoTech offers microbiological products to help keep your venue clean, sustainable and gorgeous inside and out. Our products can help continue or even start your venue’s sustainability journey and can be another thing to share with your couples, so it’s a win win for all. We take care of your venue from garden products to pipe cleaners. What are the key benefits for wedding venues? 1. Eco-Friendly and Chemical-Free for a Safe Guest Experience: Today’s couples really care about sustainability and going chemical-free is an important step. As well as making it safe for everyone, including kids, pets, and outdoor dining spots. 2. Odor Control for a Fresh and Pleasant Atmosphere: They remove bad smells from bathrooms, kitchens, and waste areas, which keeps the venue smelling good for guests all day long. 3. Immaculate Drainage & Plumbing: They prevent... - Published: 2024-12-09 - Modified: 2025-08-29 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/sustainability-catch-up-with-the-watering-hole/ We chatted to Cotswold based wedding and event bar service company The Watering Hole, about what it means to be a more sustainable supplier and their journey. It can be hard for venues and couples to judge what makes a sustainable supplier, what would you say they should look for? We boast a carbon neutral certification. We complete a report every 12 months to declare our emissions and to show how we battle to offset those emissions whilst also reducing them each year. Our carbon neutral certification is advertised on our website showing links to projects that we support around the globe. So how did the Watering Hole start their sustainability journey? One of our shareholders has a PhD in sustainable agriculture and this is where the inspiration came from in attempting to be a greener company. Should couples look for companies with B-Corp? What is the process like? Yes but it’s a long process! We are nearly there, just requiring our company Articles of Association to be amended by solicitors to ensure we have made a legal commitment to do our bit to protect the environment. What inspires you to make sustainability part of your business model? Our director is very passionate about the environment and does everything he can in his personal life to make ethical decisions for the planet. So it’s no surprise that he also wants The Watering Hole to do the same. How important is knowing you are sustainable to your couples? Both our wedding... - Published: 2024-10-15 - Modified: 2025-08-29 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/new-notes-templates/ New: Create a templated Note for for quick and easy automated sharing with every customer Venues have been asking for this feature and we're so excited to share it. Create a template to automatically add notes to any new events, setting event category, status, and date range. Quickly select a template at event level, import the note you need, and make your edits. Let us know what you think about this new addition! We also released some small fixes and changes Fix mismatch between event manager in header and body in PDF Only tasks assigned to hosts should show in the host dashboard Notifications sent when event is locked/unlocked Change chef sheet dietaries to list view Adding customers fails if there is whitespace in the email Payment instalment schedule menu fix - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2025-08-29 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/new-payment-plan-release/ We launched our Payment Plans feature in July and are now gearing up to roll out version 2. 0 with some exciting enhancements. A new Payments section will be available on the Host side, allowing your customers to easily view their past and upcoming payment installments. We’ve also included convenient payment links to make it effortless for your couples to click and pay! Additionally, we’re soon introducing integrations with popular accounting systems to streamline invoice creation and tracking. As always, if there's something specific you'd like to see in our product roadmap, feel free to let us know! - Published: 2024-08-23 - Modified: 2025-08-29 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/recap-of-our-recent-releases/ We've been super busy in the last few months trying to get as much done as we could for the next engagement season. Here is a list off the new features and improvements we've made: Enquiry Management Pipeline Integrated email sync (Gmail & Outlook) to automatically add and progress your enquiries within Hostology Apply sales workflows, add notes, track Show round/ Hold dates Manage the enquiry and progress it to a confirmed booking **Upcoming** Reporting on enquiry conversion rates Check out our Support Guide to help setup your enquiry pipeline Customer Payment Plans/ Track Cash Flow Create payment plan templates and automatically apply to events Sync changes with the event budget, pulling in added costs **Upcoming** Invoicing integration (Xero, Sage, Quickbooks) **Upcoming** Stripe BACs payment integration for budget payments Menu Management Apply date ranges to menus, to only display to customers with events occurring within the given date range Easily duplicate menus with all menu items included Event Lock Event lock now includes Table Plans Event unlock; venue able to unlock the event from their Dashboard Other Upgraded reporting to track incoming and past payments Added value of the event on the event table PDF upgrades Venue accounts can now have a Host portal so switching back and forth is super easy! We also have lots more coming up as you can see, with improvements to our newest features. If you've already started using them, let us know. We'd love to hear your feedback! - Published: 2024-08-06 - Modified: 2024-08-06 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/venue-enquiry-management/ Calling all venue teams! Introducing our automated Enquiry Pipeline A fast, efficient way to add and manage new customer enquiries, applying customised workflows to qualify and follow up your sales leads - significantly boosting your conversion rates. Easily link your enquiry emails (Google or Outlook) to your Hostology account via our integrated email sync, automatically receiving and managing enquiries directly within Hostology. Book a free demo to find out more today - Published: 2024-06-14 - Modified: 2025-08-29 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/venue-payment-scheduling/ We’re thrilled to announce our new Venue Payment Scheduling feature! This major update makes payment management a breeze. Our new section lets venues schedule payments, track cashflow, and manage incoming payments from couples with ease. Create templates for various any type; weddings, corporate or private events, then sync them with the event budget. If the budget changes, simply re-sync. Plus, there’s always a manual override for flexibility. Stay tuned for upcoming additions to this features like full cashflow reporting, accounting integrations, and Open Banking payment options for quick and secure transactions. If you are not yet signed up to Hostology, click the button below to sign up for a demo! - Published: 2024-05-31 - Modified: 2025-08-29 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-investigates-outsourcing-your-bar/ Do you manage your wedding and event bars in-house or outsource? And what can you expect from outsourcing? We spoke with Ross at The Watering Hole about all things outsourcing and how their bar service is upgrading the wedding venue experience across the UK, delivering a bespoke in-house drinks service tailored for wedding couples and full of advantages for venues. First off, outsourcing your bar should also mean an enticing commission scheme, complemented by professionally trained event managers and bar teams who expertly handle each wedding, taking the pressure off your team. Ross points to how a good supplier like The Watering Hole can offer a seamless experience; managing everything from glassware provision to licensing, bespoke menus to custom-built bar installations that perfectly match a venue’s unique style. The Watering Hole manages the entire drinks service and all the drink-related communications as standard; from initial booking to the final toast on the wedding night, meaning minimal effort from a busy venue. It’s also important to look to work with a supplier that shares your venue and your customer’s values, for example around sustainability. The Watering Hole is a carbon-neutral business, striving to achieve B Corp certification and committed to environmental responsibility. With a diverse array of venues, many in the Hostology network, already reaping the benefits of their premium, hassle-free service, The Watering Hole is clearly doing a lot right! They would be happy to discuss how their practical and elegant solution can help your venue, including a commission scheme... - Published: 2024-05-24 - Modified: 2024-08-06 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/host-add-ons-video/ https://hostology. co. uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/hostology_-_new_feature__hosts_selecting_add-ons-1080p. mp4 Over the past few months, we've been busy with some significant updates for Hostology. We're excited to share the release of our latest feature: the Add-Ons section tailored specifically for your hosts. Now, all your hosts can explore available add-ons for their events, customize their selections, and include pertinent notes directly within the platform. On the venue side, you'll receive notifications for any modifications made, allowing you to add internal notes and review any notes from the host. This space is an exciting opportunity to upsell individual items, packages, and other offerings available at your venue! - Published: 2024-04-26 - Modified: 2024-04-29 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/carbon-literacy-training/ Our team at Hostology has recently finished the Carbon Literacy Training with the Sustainable Wedding Alliance. Over two days, we engaged with fellow industry professionals to learn about the climate crisis and climate justice. We then brainstormed actionable steps to reduce our industry's impact, considering that the average UK wedding generates a staggering 14. 5 tons of CO2! During the training, we learnt that recognizing the environmental consequences of our actions is the initial step towards meaningful change. And that by becoming carbon literate, we can pinpoint opportunities to cut emissions, reduce waste, and embrace more sustainable practices within our businesses. The course, along with the resources provided by the Sustainable Wedding Alliance was immensely helpful in starting the conversation around what we can do as a business to make a positive impact in the wedding industry. We are exciting to start implementing some changes both in our personal lives and in our business practices to reflect what we've learnt. We encourage fellow wedding professionals to join us in this important endeavor. Together, we can create weddings that are not only beautiful but also environmentally responsible. To find out more about the Carbon Literacy Training click here - Published: 2024-02-02 - Modified: 2024-02-02 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/sustainable-wedding-alliance-summit/ We had a great time at the Sustainable Wedding Alliance Summit! Thursday 1st of February we had the pleasure of attending the Sustainable Wedding Alliance Summit. We were delighted to partner with The Sustainable Wedding Alliance and presented an award (and a prize worth £300! ) to one of the shortlisted companies for the Sustainable Swap Award: Recognising a product or service that promotes sustainability. One of our founders, Harry Dearden from Pennard House presented the winner of the award Bore Place with a year's free Hostology Venue subscription. There were lots of interesting panels and workshops throughout the day with our roadshow partners The Venue Experts who shared lots of insights and Hostology founder Anselm Guise joined the panels to discuss the Rewilding project at Elmore Court. We also met with lots of venues and partners who are working hard to learn more about sustainability and apply it to their businesses. We already can't wait for next year! - Published: 2024-02-02 - Modified: 2025-08-29 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-roadshow-wasing-park/ On the road again... this time at Wasing Park a restored traditional farm hamlet We help the first of our winter roadshows this week at Wasing Park with The Venue Experts and The Sustainable Wedding Alliance and all our attending venues. It was an insightful day, filled with lots of networking, interesting conversations and behind the scenes tours. Thank you to all the venue teams that joined us and the team at Wasing for hosting us. We picked up where we left off with the theme of Power of People and had enriching conversations with many industry experts in attendance. It was the perfect start to our winter roadshows, our next event is at Iscoyd Park on the 6th of February 2024 to continue our winter roadshows, we hope to see you there! - Published: 2023-11-23 - Modified: 2025-08-29 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/historic-buildings-parks-and-gardens-event/ We loved meeting you all at the HBPG Event! Tuesday 14th of November we had the pleasure of attending the Historic Buildings, Parks and Gardens Event, adjacent to the 50th Historic Houses AGM. It was a great day and wonderful to meet so many historic house owners and industry professionals. Together with Philip Godsal, chair of Historic Houses Wales and owner of Iscoyd Park, Ben Sears, Account Manager, delivered a short presentation on our new Hostology features, such as our enquiry and reporting management. More on this in the video below -> Find out more about Hostology's Enquiry Management and Reporting features https://hostology. co. uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/enquiries_and_reporting-720p. mp4 - Published: 2023-11-15 - Modified: 2025-08-29 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-roadshow-at-pylewell-park/ We had so much fun down by the sea at Pylewell... . Hostology, The Venue Experts, Sustainable Wedding Alliance and our attending venues had an amazing day at Pylewell Park last week. It was a day filled with networking, insightful conversations and behind the scenes tours. Thank you to all the venue teams that joined us, to Melanie Wright and the team at Pylewell for hosting us. We continued explore the theme of the Power of People by tapping into the knowledge of our industry experts in the our last roadshow event of 2023. Our next event is at Wasing Park on the 31st of January 2024 to kick off the new year - see you there! - Published: 2023-10-16 - Modified: 2023-10-16 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-roadshow-elmore-court/ Well that was FUN! Hostology, The Venue Experts and Sustainable Wedding Alliance had such a blast down at Elmore Court last week; with day full of useful insights, networking and behind the scenes tours. And yes, the Treehouses were amazing! Thank you to all the venue teams that joined us, to Anselm Guise and Team E for hosting us and to Melanie Wright from Pylewell Park for a wonderful introduction to the theme; the Power of People. Next up Pennard House on the 1st November and Pylewell Park on the 8th November - see you there! - Published: 2023-09-27 - Modified: 2023-09-27 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/introducing-the-new-hostology-academy/ We're so excited to introduce The Hostology Academy - our new learning and onboarding tool for event professionals and venues. We've created a set of lessons and information, including videos, discussion and guided support to help you and your team use and learn all about the Hostology Platform. It includes information on all new features as well as top-tips to get the most out of Hostology. https://hostology. co. uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/HostologyAcademy_intro. mp4 Start improving your team's productivity? Get on board with us today - book a demo! - Published: 2023-07-19 - Modified: 2023-07-19 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/4479-2/ We were very excited to join Olivia Riddiford-Mills last week, taking part in one of her Host Venue Consultancy sessions. Olivia and Ben Sears, Hostology Account Manager, had an excellent (and very useful) discussion on how collaborative event management systems will help to drive efficiency throughout the Venue team/ Host planning journey. Catch up on the session below - and if you'd like to find out how we can help your venue why not book a walk-through with Ben. - Published: 2023-06-30 - Modified: 2023-07-19 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/driving-workplace-efficiency-webinar-with-hvc/ If you are a member of the Host Venue Consultancy don't miss the Hostology webinar on the 13th July. Ben and James from Hostology will be discussing Workplace Efficiencies and Time Management with the Member's Club - contact Olivia Riddiford for details. - Published: 2023-06-15 - Modified: 2023-06-16 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-does-the-hard-work-for-us/ "Hostology makes it so easy for us to have the entire planning process in one place for both the venue and host. " Did you know that the Hostology event management platform is fully collaborative? Our event management platform is designed to be used by venues, hosts, their guests, and any suppliers - meaning that the entire planning process can be done in one place, saving time for you and your customers. From itineraries, accommodation, and guest lists, to food, dietaries, and table plans... . Hostology does it all. As one of Hostology's founding venues, the events team at Iscoyd Park use the platform to streamline and simplify their event planning process. See the full case study here. - Published: 2023-06-07 - Modified: 2023-06-07 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/i-chose-the-hostology-event-management-software-because-of-its-simple-platform-and-the-ability-for-the-clients-to-add-their-own-information-therefore-saving-admin-time/ We're delighted to be working with That Amazing Place, a beautiful exclusive wedding venue and boutique B&B nestled in the Essex countryside - and to be able to offer free access to the Hostology event management platform to any couples getting married at this venue, as well as their guests and suppliers! "After researching many different software options, I chose Hostology because of its simple platform and the ability for the clients to add their own information (therefore saving admin time). I believe that the software will grow from strength to strength. The team are also very helpful and responsive, listening to feedback and adding new features regularly. " View the full case study from That Amazing Place here. We are dedicated to listening to all feedback from our customers so that we can constantly add new features based on your venue's event planning and management requirements. Our events software can be used in different ways depending on your needs, and our team are always on hand to help walk you through how get the most out of Hostology - simply book in your FREE PLATFORM DEMO today. - Published: 2023-06-01 - Modified: 2023-06-05 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/3996-2/ We're delighted to share a wonderful testimonial from our customer Shortflatt Tower - a stunning exclusive-use wedding venue who have found the Hostology event management platform to be a game changer for their venue management and event planning. "Planning weddings and events is time consuming and meticulous; we were finding it hard to keep track of what needed to be done and when, using our old system of dropbox, spreadsheets and paper documents, especially as our business was growing. I needed a system to help us remind and keep track of our planning process, Hostology does this for us brilliantly! " Designed by venues for venues, our fully integrated and collaborative event management platform is created to save your venue time and keep your customers happy. See the full case study here. - Published: 2023-05-24 - Modified: 2023-05-24 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/new-hostology-event-management-super-powers/ This month is full of exciting updates to the Hostology event management platform, the latest of which is our new "Super-admin" feature. But what does this mean for you? The Super-admin is a new level of permission setting, to allow more flexibility in the control and management of your Hostology account. This feature means the following for you and your team: - The Original creator of your Hostology Account will automatically become the Super-Admin. - Only Super-Admins can create "New Venues". This means that if you own multiple venues that operate separately. You can now manage all the venues within one account - Only Super-admins can add another Super-admin - Admins & Users will only be able to see information for the Venues they are associated with. So if you work across multiple venues, make sure that you are on all of these. - Admins will still be able to edit and manage the venue management side for the Venue they are associated with. Users will still only be able to work at the event level only. And not be able to edit at the venue management level If you are interested in how this feature could benefit your business, please don't hesitate to contact us at support@hostology. co. uk where one of the team will be happy to consult with you. - Published: 2023-05-15 - Modified: 2023-05-15 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-is-hiring/ We're on the lookout for a dedicated Senior Technical Lead/ Full Stack Developer to join our growing team. Job type: Full-time Experience level: Senior, Lead Role: Senior Tech Lead/ Full Stack Developer Location: Hybrid / West London Job Description: We are seeking an exceptional Principal Engineer to join as our first in-house engineering hire. You will be comfortable in leveraging your expertise in solution design and architectural decision making, to lead technically complex projects and mentor other developers. You will have a passion for exploring new technologies and a keen eye for reviewing code. With your excellent database design skills, you will help us to build scalable and sustainable software solutions that exceed expectations. Our current platform is built on the latest technologies, using a Microsoft . NET Core/ GraphQL and React/ Next. JS stack. Your deep understanding of the coding implications and ability to make informed architectural decisions will be instrumental in our success. You will help us to take the business forward, liaising closely with our existing engineering venture partners to grow your own team of developers, to ensure that the platform delivers on its engineering goals and builds into a successful service. For more details and to apply, head to our LinkedIn page. - Published: 2023-03-21 - Modified: 2023-03-21 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/thats-a-wrap-on-the-2023-hostology-venue-roadshow-with-the-venue-experts/ And that’s a wrap on the 2023 Hostology Venue Roadshow with The Venue Experts! Six beautiful venues and six brilliant events over six wonderful weeks with our incredible friends and partners, The Venue Experts and Sustainable Wedding Alliance. A huge thank you to everyone who has joined us over the last couple of months and to the wonderful venue owners and their teams for hosting us and providing such delicious lunches and beautiful venue tours. We have truly loved meeting you all and sharing some brilliant ideas around venue efficiency, profitability, and sustainability. Collaboration is at the core of Hostology, and we're delighted to have had the opportunity to share that with you. It’s been amazing to have received so much wonderful feedback so far. This is only the beginning - keep your eyes peeled for what’s next! And remember to simply get in touch with our team at hello@hostology. co. uk if you have any questions about our Platform and improving your venue's management strategy, or would like to book in a free walkthrough. "Thank you so much for organising this really interesting and informative day, with a delicious lunch too! It was great to meet you all and chat to many other venue owners. " - Combe Manor Barns "It was a brilliant day, so inspiring. Thank you to you all for hosting us and looking after us so well. " - Pauntley Court "Thank you ALL so much for a really lovely and extremely useful afternoon -... - Published: 2023-03-07 - Modified: 2023-03-07 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/only-one-event-left-of-the-2023-hostology-roadshow/ Thank you to everyone who joined us today at Dewsall Court for the penultimate event of our 2023 Hostology Roadshow with The Venue Experts, and to everyone who has joined us so far over the last month at Pennard House, Iscoyd Park, Wasing Park, and Prestwold Hall! We have thoroughly enjoyed meeting you all and sharing great presentations and conversations around optimising your venue's efficiency, profitability, and sustainability, as well as delicious lunches and beautiful private venue tours. We've had some fantastic talks from Hostology's very own Emma Hardcastle, James Smith, and Ben Sears, on the Hostology Platform and how it can transform the efficiency of your venue's event management; The Venue Expert's Stacey Ferguson-Czersovski and Emily-Jane Gordon on turbocharging your venue's sales and marketing; and Sustainable Wedding Alliance's Michelle Miles on creating a sustainable venue. Only ONE event left of the 2023 Venue Roadshow - in one week's time! We'd be delighted for you to join us at 12pm on 14th March at Hodsock Priory - please do RSVP via The Collective, or simply drop us an email at hello@hostology. co. uk with names and numbers of attendees. The Collective is Hostology’s FREE members forum for venues and their teams. By joining you’ll get to connect with the wider venue community, have access to the latest sector news, advice and support, and receive exclusive member benefits. - Published: 2023-02-09 - Modified: 2023-02-09 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-guest-welcome-video/ We're delighted to share our new Hostology Guest Welcome Video! https://hostology. co. uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/25-01-2023_hostology_guests_v5-720p-1. mp4 (more... ) - Published: 2023-01-26 - Modified: 2023-02-01 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/new-hostology-customer-platform/ We are so excited to share our new Hostology Customer Platform. The upgraded Platform will improve the Hostology experience for our venue's customers and their guests by simplifying how they navigate it. With an enhanced mobile layout and an easier to use guest list and itinerary, this version of the Platform is the most user-friendly yet. This video offers a quick look, but the low down is that it delivers a vastly streamlined user experience for our venue's customers; their wedding couples, event hosts and guests - a game changer for collaborative planning! Book in a free platform walkthrough from a member of our team or start your free trial now. - Published: 2023-01-24 - Modified: 2023-01-24 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-ceo-emma-hardcastle-and-phil-godsal-of-iscoyd-park-in-the-rock-my-wedding-podcast/ We’re delighted to share the Rock My Wedding podcast featuring Hostology’s very own Emma Hardcastle alongside Philip Godsal, owner of the beautiful Iscoyd Park - one of Hostology’s founding venues and the location where this podcast was filmed. Tune in now to hear Phil discuss how Hostology has helped Iscoyd Park plan events and work seamlessly with guests and suppliers, and get an insight into everything the Hostology Platform is capable of from Emma. For more insights into what it takes to run a wedding venue, come and meet Phil at Iscoyd Park on 8th February at the 2023 Hostology roadshow in collaboration with The Venue Experts! The Hostology team will be onsite between 12pm and 2pm to show you how the Hostology Platform can help your venue plan and execute events. Hostology 2023 Roadshow at Iscoyd Park, 8th February 2023 12pm - 2pm RSVP now on The Hostology Collective to secure your spot. - Published: 2022-10-31 - Modified: 2022-10-31 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-ceo-emma-hardcastle-is-speaking-at-the-farm-business-innovation-show/ Get your free tickets to visit us at the nation’s biggest event for new and exciting business opportunities in Britain’s countryside, the Country House and Farm Business Innovation Show, taking place later this week at the NEC in Birmingham, Wednesday 2nd and Thursday 3rd November. #FBI22 On Thursday 3rd, at 11am, Hostology CEO Emma Hardcastle, will be speaking, discussing the important subject of ‘Collaboration: The Key To Boosting Team Efficiency’. With so many postponed events taking place this year, the need for event professionals to work flexibly together has never been more important. Emma will give you her top tips for increasing efficiency within the events industry by building collaborative teams and improving communication. Date & time: 11:00 - 11:30 on Thursday 3rd Nov Join us in Seminar Theatre 5! - Published: 2022-09-23 - Modified: 2022-09-23 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/rural-england-prosperity-fund/ Did you know that the government has recently allocated up to £110 million to support countryside businesses across England including wedding venues? As the rural productivity gap widens across England, the government has announced a new plan set to level up rural communities. The Rural England Prosperity Fund worth up to £110 million will be delivered by eligible local authorities and aims to boost rural productivity by unlocking billions of investment for local businesses over the coming years. The report "recognises the unique strengths and challenges of rural communities" and explains how rural interests will be at the heart of the government’s approach as they support local leaders to invest and grow their economies in line with local priorities. The Rural England Prosperity Fund is available from April 2023 to March 2025 and can be accessed by completing a short template outlining how you’ll use your funding allocation to support rural businesses and communities. Despite the long-term government neglect of the UK’s countryside economy, we are pleased to hear that the government is addressing the issue with a programme set to unlock the economic and social potential of the countryside. What are your thoughts? We'd love to hear them in The Collective! To read the full Rural Fund report, click HERE. - Published: 2022-09-08 - Modified: 2022-09-23 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/upload-store-share/ As promised in our last Blog Post, we are excited to announce that we have recently introduced a new time-saving 'Document Storage' feature, allowing you to upload a document once, then simply share it across all events. By automating the way you share key files with your team, suppliers and customers, our central Document Store helps streamline the event planning process while increasing efficiencies for you and your team. Head to The Collective to watch a recorded session on this simple yet effective new feature and let us know what you think! And remember, if you have any questions or queries, please don't hesitate to reach out and a team member will be happy to help. See you in The Collective! - Published: 2022-08-30 - Modified: 2022-08-30 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/introducing-my-checklist/ We are excited to announce that we have been working on some new features designed to save you time and keep your team on track. We have recently released our handy "My Checklist" feature which gives your team a simple overview of upcoming tasks, positioned at the right hand side of your calendar dashboard. This allows you and your team to view and complete assigned tasks directly from the homepage, saving you the need to go into each individual event and tick off your completed work. If you need any support or guidance, get in touch with one of our team members who will be happy to answer any of your questions or book you in for a walk-through. Stay tuned for our time-saving "Document Store" feature coming soon! - Published: 2022-08-17 - Modified: 2022-08-17 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/collaboration-a-key-approach-to-organising-successful-events/ There is no doubt that the global COVID-19 pandemic has completely changed how companies operate and do business. Instead of going into the office every day, holding meetings and working closely with one another, many people have been working remotely from home since the start of the epidemic. With the threat of Covid-19 still looming, we’ve heard that collaboration has been key to reconnect with your team post pandemic. A time to relearn, restructure and recuperate, the need for event professionals to work together to build in flexibility has never been more important. From embracing online collaborative softwares and communicating with your hosts more efficiently to dealing with last minute Covid illnesses and staff shortages by working together to find creative solutions, there are a number of benefits of working as a team in the post pandemic era. We’d like to share our top 4 advantages of a collaborative team: 1. Boosts productivity Everyone has different strengths and abilities in the events industry so working as a team will help venues learn from each other in a way that enhances communication and drives greater productivity. 2. Aids problem solving Collaborative environments improve problem-solving capabilities and creative thinking, subsequently increasing a venue’s ability to adapt in a changing market environment. Given that the event’s industry involves the pulling together of many different facets, multiple inputs are essential for approaching problems and providing solutions. 3. Saves time Working in teams enables venues to be quicker and more effective in their work, as... - Published: 2022-07-20 - Modified: 2022-07-28 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/celebrating-marriage-a-new-weddings-law/ Since our Summit Session in 2021, we have been keeping tabs on The Law Commission's recommendations to reform England and Wales's wedding laws. One year later on July 19th 2022, The Law Commission have published their final report, outlining recommendations to revitalise UK marriage laws to reflect a more modern society. Under current law, the rules and regulations governing weddings are "confusing, out-of-date, and restrictive", preventing many couples from marrying in a place that holds special value for them or having a ceremony reflecting their own wishes and beliefs. However, following growing public desire for more personal wedding options, The Law Commission now proposes that couples will have more freedom to personalise the content of their ceremony and recognise cultures, faiths and beliefs. The proposed changes will also give couples greater choices of where to get married, guaranteeing that weddings can take place in "any safe and dignified location". Whilst no timeline for the legal changes has been given yet, we believe that these recommendations represent a step toward equality for people of all races and religions who desire a wedding that honours their choices and needs. If you'd like to read the full Law Commission Report, click HERE and feel free to share your thoughts and opinions with us! - Published: 2022-07-18 - Modified: 2022-07-18 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/how-to-help-your-couples-plan-a-green-wedding/ We are passionate about being as eco-friendly as possible. We love seeing what steps our venues are taking to improve their carbon footprint and increase sustainability. That’s why we were thrilled to see Hedsor House introduce the UK’s first curated carbon-neutral wedding. The Alexander is a planet-positive wedding package for couples who want an authentically sustainable wedding day without compromising on quality and style. By carefully choosing suppliers with green credentials and prioritising options to reduce waste, The Alexander have achieved a 55% reduction in carbon footprint compared to the average wedding at Hedsor House. We’ve taken a look at their Green Guide’s suggestions and would love to share some interesting ideas with you for encouraging couples to plan eco-friendly weddings and make a difference to the carbon footprint of weddings: Getting Ready Encourage couples to look for second-hand or vintage dresses to help reduce fast fashion and sustain the planet. We love Recycle My Wedding for their pre-loved wedding dresses, accessories and decor which can be bought and then resold, continuing the cycle of re-using, recycling, and re-purposing. By shopping pre-loved items, you’re also helping re-wild forests as 10% of every item listed gets donated to Trees For Life. Food and Drink Recommend a caterer who will pick seasonal, organic, and homegrown produce and encourage your couple to consider reducing the amount of meat on their menu or offering a fully plant-based dining experience. This might interest them and their guests in trying more eco-friendly and sustainable options and... - Published: 2022-06-28 - Modified: 2022-07-28 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/workflows-just-get-better-and-better/ We are delighted to announce some exciting new updates for our Workflows tool! Since we introduced workflows last month, we have added some new features which are guaranteed to save you time and simplify your event planning process even further! You can watch our recorded webinar HERE for a run through of Workflows and how you can utilise them for your team to: Automate adding Milestones to your event. Automate adding tasks to your event. Assign these tasks to your team/couples. And remember if your team is overloaded this summer, why not book a walk-through with one of our team members! - Published: 2022-06-20 - Modified: 2022-06-20 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/crippling-staff-shortages-and-coping-mechanisms/ Whilst all of us in the hospitality sector are delighted that events businesses are back operating at full capacity, several new challenges have emerged for most venues, from price rises and inflation through to often crippling staff shortages. We spoke to a few venues, and we hope their advice and experience below will help you to find solutions. First off, two tips from our founder venue, Elmore Court, on how they have sought to address their staffing challenges. 1. Increase wages to make the hospitality industry a more attractive career prospect and 2. Address the issue around zero-hour contracts by guaranteeing hours and ensuring a work life balance. We also spoke to Dewsall Court, who have been struggling to find kitchen talent. Their solution was to “scout around their usual methods”, broadening standard channels to include local social media communities. Good news for all their hosts, they’ve since managed to find excellent qualified local staff to fill the position. What are your thoughts? If you’ve been struggling to fill your team vacancies, we would love to know more about how you’re managing the situation. Share your opinion by participating in our recent poll on The Collective! - Published: 2022-05-24 - Modified: 2022-05-24 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/celebrate-the-queens-jubilee-by-recreating-the-winning-platinum-pudding/ The Platinum Jubilee weekend is almost upon us, marking the Queen's 70th year on the throne. What are your plans? Whether you're hosting back-to-back weddings or a themed celebration commemorating this significant milestone we hope you and your teams have some fun planned as we move into the summer months! If you're interested in whipping up a dessert to mark the occasion may we suggest the official Platinum Pudding, a Lemon Swiss Roll and Amaretti Trifle pudding? This scrumptious dish consists of: Swiss Roll Lemon Curd St Clement's Jelly Custard Amaretti biscuits Chunky mandarin coulis Find out more about the perfect celebratory summer treat and download the full recipe HERE. Happy baking from the Hostology team (we are yet to try the official dessert of Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee) but we are certain it won’t disappoint! - Published: 2022-05-13 - Modified: 2022-05-25 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/too-many-notifications-filter-out-the-noise/ The Hostology team rolled out a big update on the platform yesterday, introducing a new feature to help save time! (and also improving the performance of the platform by removing some known bugs! ) When you next log in to the platform, you will be able to see the new feature on your notifications page, allowing you to filter notifications based on different categories, so you can get to the information you need more swiftly: You can then clear all filters using the reset button. We will be adding to this feature very soon, allowing you to automatically filter out any notifications on work you have done. If you need any help with using this, please find the helpful guide here or get in touch with the Hostology team! - Published: 2022-04-29 - Modified: 2022-05-25 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/workflows-have-landed/ Hostology is all about Planning, and what better than a shared list for your team and your hosts/ couples of key milestone points along their planning journey? Our new Workflows tool lets your team pre-set a list of Milestone meetings and reminders, anchored to the event confirmation date or the event date itself, and for any type of event - wedding, corporate - the choice is yours. Simply create your workflow template once, telling the system how many days/ weeks or months before the event or after the confirmation day you want the milestone to appear and let Hostology do the rest. Import your new workflow into a newly added event with one click! If your team isn't already saving time with Hostology why not book a walk-through – we’d love to hear more about your venue and help make the event management process smoother and enjoyable! - Published: 2022-04-08 - Modified: 2022-05-20 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/something-old-something-new/ We've got sustainability on our minds as we head into the weekend, and in particular sharing the excellent work over at Recycle my Wedding. Recycle My Wedding provides a platform for couples to buy pre-loved wedding items. From wedding dresses and outfits to decor and accessories, there is something for everyone. So whether they want to save money on that designer dress or help to do their bit for the planet and make a more sustainable choice for their wedding - Recycle My Wedding has it covered. So worth sharing with your brides and grooms to be, they can even re-sell on their items after their wedding. And the best bit; for every item listed, Recycle My Wedding donate 10% of their listing fees to Trees For Life. A win-win for the planet. Keep up-to-date by following them here... - Published: 2022-03-15 - Modified: 2022-05-19 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/outdoor-weddings-are-here-to-stay/ Outdoor weddings are here to stay as temporary legislation from 2021 becomes permanent. What are your thoughts? Is it a huge opportunity, allowing you to open up spaces you could not have used before? Or a threat as couples decide to marry on beaches or cliff tops? Given a wedding or party is all about 'Hosting', the comforts and service delivered by a well furnished wedding venue are surely not to passed up lightly. Have your say in The Collective! - Published: 2022-02-08 - Modified: 2022-05-25 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/check-out-our-updated-calendar/ Those of you logging into Hostology this morning will notice that your Venue Calendar looks a little different. We're excited to introduce a new Calendar view that makes finding key event information faster and easier. Read on for more on our Calendar update... Event dates: View the actual event days clearly in full colour, with the full event duration showing in a knocked back hue. So you can see exactly when your event spaces are being used, as well as your Hosts' arrival and departure time. Event status: Keep track of pencil bookings and opportunities. Pencil bookings have a new cross hatched style, whilst opportunities show in white with a colourful boarder. Team colours: an auto assigned colour for each team member, so you can see exactly who is managing which event. Clearer Year view - Too many events in one month, click the three dots at the bottom of the month to view a pop up list of all events. Event Timeline: Click to view event milestone meetings on the calendar ToDos: Click to view your team's event tasks due on any day Coming soon... We are excited about today's updates but there is a much more in the pipeline! Assign your own colours to a team member - what's your favourite? Filter events by status (confirmed / pencil booking etc) Filter events by team member. Right now you can see all events or your own, the new filter will allow you to see each team member's events in... - Published: 2021-12-03 - Modified: 2021-12-03 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/sustainable-design-4-areas-any-venue-can-improve/ As more and more couples start to prioritise sustainability, at Hostology we want to help venues find a way to improve their sustainability. It doesn't have to be something as big as Elmore Court's re-wilding project (even thought it is incredible). Below we have outlined 4 simple ways of improving your venues sustainability. Reducing the impact your venue has on the environment, whilst improving the health and wellbeing of those spending time within it, are two endeavours that go hand in hand. With some small tweaks to the design of your rooms and other venue spaces, you can improve your guest experience, reduce your environmental footprint, and do so in a way that demonstrates to your visitors your commitment to sustainability. 1. Invest in green alternatives There is a time and a place for grand gestures, but when it comes to sustainable design the devil can just as often be in the detail. For example: Consider switching to non-toxic, biodegradable paints when decorating rooms. These durable, breathable, low VOC options are better for your guests’ health, and the long term health of your walls. Other small but significant changes to your design could include switching to OLED lighting, greener cleaning products, and looking to recycled options when it comes to your paper products. 2. Switch to sustainable furnishings When it comes to beds, mattresses, bedding and other furnishings, natural fibre and sustainable options have evolved significantly over the last decade. GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certified organic cotton sheets provide... - Published: 2021-11-24 - Modified: 2022-05-25 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/new-features-host-collaboration/ We are excited to be putting the final polish on our new host collaboration features. At your control, Hosts can edit their itinerary, tweaking the exact timing of key moments from the ceremony to the wedding breakfast, as well as adding notes, selecting menus and updating their food and drink numbers. Collaborating with your host has never been easier. Below shows how a venue can 'lock' or 'unlock' an itinerary items depending on whether they want it to be editable by the host: An 'unlocked' itinerary item means that the host can edit that item when they log into The Platform, this way your hosts can choose their menus, food and drink items, and even edit the location time and notes: Hostology has had an event Notes section for a while but next week we are expanding Notes to include sharing and reordering. Share a note with your host and let their comments come through, quickly working together to finalise the finer details of the event together. We've also added in ordering of notes, letting you can place the most important or time prescient ones at the top of your PDF download. Brilliant! These helpful new features should make for a simpler, collaborative event planning experience. And there's more coming down the track later this year. Check out The Collective for our full roadmap. - Published: 2021-10-18 - Modified: 2021-10-18 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/october-webinar-summer-season-review/ In this months webinar, we reviewed the track and trace Wedding Pilot conducted on behalf of the Welsh Government by Iscoyd Park. The pilot was a success with 100% of guests happy to submit test results before and after the event, and 0 cases of COVID. We also discussed the current problems with staffing and ways to reduce staff turnover including, staff events and perks. We caught up with some members of the Wedding Task Force and WVSG to talk about insurance. Watch here to get the full scoop! - Published: 2021-09-15 - Modified: 2021-09-15 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/in-conversation-with-dewsall-court-and-iscoyd-park/ After a busy wedding season, Hostology's Emma Hardcastle caught up with Samantha Vaughan from Dewsall Court and Phil Godsal from Iscoyd Park to discuss the challenges they are currently facing and if they had any advice for other venues. Emma Hardcastle: Firstly, congratulations to you both on such a successful wedding season. Although we know it's not been the easiest to manage, what would you say has been the number one challenge for your business right now? Phil (Iscoyd Park): I would definitely say that Staffing is the main challenge right now, particularly waiting, bar, housekeeping. We have been lucky with our chefs but I know many places are struggling with finding decent ones and our managers have largely remained the same. Sam (Dewsall Court): The number one challenge for the business is recruitment. People are not turning up to their interviews. The wage expectation has skyrocketed. Emma Hardcastle: And why do you think that is? Phil (Iscoyd Park): There are less people applying for the jobs generally, those who do apply tend to be very young so they require much more training, looking after general managing and time. This at a time when we have many more weddings so need greater staff than previously. Hospitality has opened up all at once and everyone needs staff at the same time so the hospitality sector is competing against itself for staff. Brexit has had a big impact and hospitality is seen by many as a risky bet for a career so... - Published: 2021-08-31 - Modified: 2021-08-31 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/wedding-pilot-event-conducted-on-behalf-of-welsh-government-by-iscoyd-park/ Date of wedding: Saturday July 24th, 2021 Pilot description: A scheduled wedding with 95 guests and 45 staff and suppliers to be allowed to take place with no social distancing requirements, no masks from guests, no limited table numbers, dancing permitted. Mitigating measures: All guests, suppliers and staff had to provide proof of a negative Lateral Flow test that was taken not less than 24 hours before the wedding. All guests suppliers and staff had to provide evidence of a negative lateral flow test 48 hours after the wedding. The aim of the Pilot: The aim of the pilot was to show that by putting in mitigations around testing rather than restrictions to normal wedding practice, wedding venues could run a safe event, despite friends and family mingling, dancing, and celebrating. Background Iscoyd and a group of 5 Welsh wedding venues have held regular meetings with Welsh Government throughout the pandemic. There was a strong perception by Government that weddings are dangerous, potentially “super spreader” events for the transmission of Covid. Because friends and family are coming together to celebrate it is harder to instill social distancing rules and general COVID mitigations. Our point that be addressing the areas of concern weddings are a safer environment and easier to control than other events and settings that involved larger groups of people. These life-affirming and celebratory events create a level of compliance with guests that are unique to weddings. Friends and family coming together have a vested interest to protect one... - Published: 2021-07-13 - Modified: 2021-07-13 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/summary-of-the-prime-ministers-announcement-and-appg/ Yesterday, we were happy to hear that the plan to remove restrictions and open up the economy will go ahead as of 19th July. This means that weddings can go ahead without mandatory restrictions on social distancing, face masks, no dancing, and table service. However, there are still some issues that the industry which was covered by the APPG yesterday: Track and Trace Track and trace resulting in the isolation of staff members have been really big issues for venues. This is heightened by a lack of staff in the first place due to recruitment problems within the industry. Paul Scully MP clarified that if you are pinged by the app, isolation is only advised, however, if contacted by email the person will be required to isolate. The new Health Secretary, Sajid Javid, has hit the ground running with hopes that by 16th August there will be a new approach to track and trace which will be less problematic for the industry. Siobhan Bailie has highlighted that this may be too late for a lot of couples who are due to get married in the busy season and has asked ministers to look again and see if there will be any workaround in the meantime. For now, the best way to tackle this issue is to have an A and B team so that if the A team is forced to isolate, the B team is on hand. We know that this is problematic for many of you and we... - Published: 2021-06-14 - Modified: 2021-06-14 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/join-our-june-2021-webinar/ We know many of you will be sat in on the edge of your seats waiting for the Government to release their changes to the roadmap today. No matter the outcome we will be here for you. Tomorrow we’ll be discussing the latest industry updates, including today’s anticipated announcement on our next steps for the 21st June unlocking. We’ll also be hearing from UK Hospitality with their thoughts on current recruitment issues, and from the CLA on ARG grants - lots for all, do join us! With expert guest speakers: David Sheen - Policy Affairs Director, UK Hospitality Dr Charles Trotman - Senior Economics and Rural Business Advisor, CLA Stuart Owens - UK Weddings Taskforce Jessie Westwood - #whataboutweddings RSVP now in The Collective: collective. hostology. co. uk - Published: 2021-06-10 - Modified: 2021-06-10 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/recruitment-and-retention-in-hospitality-a-view-from-our-founders/ The hospitality industry is currently struggling to recruit suitable talent into the deluge of jobs that are available. As such, we thought we’d ask our founder venues for their thoughts and top tips on recruiting new team members during this difficult time. What has been the hardest thing about recruiting new members of the team? Joshua Dugdale from Wasing Park said: ‘People seem to have found other jobs. Hospitality is not at the top of people’s lists it seems. Brexit also means that lots of suitable applicants are no longer in the UK! ’ Harry Dearden from Pennard House: ‘People are still on furlough and not wanting to go back to work. All hospitality is trying to recruit at the moment with higher demand, and fewer European workers. Also, people have low confidence in the sector, fears that the country will go back into lockdown means they don’t want to leave their existing jobs for a new one. If we do go back into lockdown, any new employees couldn’t be furloughed. ’ Samantha Vaughan from Dewsall Court: ‘It is an employees market with so many jobs available after what appears to be a mass exodus from the hospitality industry. Teenagers are still keen to grab the ‘as and when’ jobs and the office-based roles are also easy to fill. However, the entry-level ranks of the kitchen team or similar roles are much harder to find. Another issue is retention. I know of other hospitality businesses which are struggling to keep... - Published: 2021-05-06 - Modified: 2021-05-06 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/lets-reignite-your-marketing-together-an-interview-with-kelly-chandler/ This week we interviewed wedding venue consultant Kelly Chandler about her motivations, the commonly asked questions she receives from venues, and post-COVID marketing advice. Kelly also discussed her upcoming "Reignite Your Marketing Course" which is being hosted in The Collective here. 1. What drove you to become a wedding venue consultant? After more than a decade running my independent wedding planning business for couples, I couldn’t ignore the call of several venues I was bringing client weddings to. I started to get venue management teams to ask me to support them in understanding their couple more, in better marketing themselves, in refreshing their overall offering, and ultimately in bringing in more sales. I started the venue consultancy organically, responding to those initial 3 country house venues and how I could support and help them be better. I’d not intended it to become my main business focus but as demand grew and the response and results I generated from the advice and training, it seemed this was an area in which I could really make a difference. I’d often been frustrated as a planner working in a great range of venues, seeing missed and untapped opportunities, and 5 years later I still adore supporting teams to seize those opportunities, thrive, and grow in their own bespoke ways. 2. What excites you the most about working with venues? I absolutely love the variety of wedding venues out there in the market. Couples really are spoilt for choice in terms of the places... - Published: 2021-03-26 - Modified: 2021-03-26 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/kwasi-kwarteng-and-paul-scully-answer-question-from-the-forgotten-wedding-sector/ It was brilliant to hear Hostology's Joshua Dugdale putting the wedding and event sector's questions to both Kwasi Kwarteng, the Secretary of State for Business (BEIS) and Paul Scully, the Minster for Small Business (Tourism? ). As Kwasi Kwarteng noted; "the people who want to get married are being very adversely affected... a very special time for family and friends". Let's make sure we hold them to their promise of clear, transparent and frequent dialogue going forward. We desperately need that. Catch up with the highlights of their discussion here: - Published: 2021-03-25 - Modified: 2021-03-25 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/joshua-dugdale-in-conversation-with-rt-hon-kwasi-kwarteng-live-stream/ At 1 pm, we will be hosting a discussion between the Founder of Hostology Joshua Dugdale and Kwasi Kwarteng MP, Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy. They will be talking about the events industry and what government can do to support the sector. Will cancellation insurance be provided? How can the science base with piloting as we emerge from lockdown be improved? How can the wedding sector's engagement with the government be improved, and when might we see a Minister for Hospitality? JOIN US AT 1PM USING THIS LINK. - Published: 2021-03-15 - Modified: 2021-03-16 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/register-for-our-reset-reopen-recover-summit/ Don't miss the Hostology Summit , in association with Historic Houses and the Country Land and Business Association (CLA) . We are joining forces to present our Reset, Reopen and Recover – Summit on the 17-18th and 24-25th March 2021. The events industry has been all but paralysed over the past 12 months. Our free Summit will offer venue owners and their event managers a series of informative and engaging sessions, centring on resetting, reopening and recovering from what has been a very challenging year. Register for the summit! - Published: 2021-02-18 - Modified: 2021-02-18 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/join-us-for-our-february-webinar/ INDUSTRY UPDATES AND GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCEMENT ROUND-UP Join us for our February 2021 Webinar! Our hero campaigners have been making great strides since our January webinar. We will be discussing their great work and the repercussions of the Prime Minister’s statement next week (hopefully we will have a clear roadmap and sufficient financial aid! ). We will also be joined by Alan Law who will be providing us with his insightful round-up on what Boris throws at us. Together we will pull through these challenging times. Join us live at 11. 30 am or watch later (via Hostology Collective). - Published: 2021-02-16 - Modified: 2021-02-16 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/catch-up-on-the-bridelux-symposium/ Our Managing Director Emma Hardcastle had great fun moderating a panel discussion on-gearing up for reopening - Doubling down on your weddings in 2021 and 2022 - for the Bridelux Symposium. Emma was joined by an international panel of excellent and experienced venues, including fellow "Hostologists" Samantha Vaughan (Dewsall Court) and Philip Godsal (Iscoyd Park). Their lively discussion covered many issues facing all venues; from future wedding trends to empowering your team, risk assessment and preparing your environment for a busy year. Watch our session here (fast forward to 48:57) or catch up on our session on the Bridelux website. - Published: 2021-02-08 - Modified: 2021-02-08 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/uk-wedding-taskforce-industry-updates-8-2-21/ The wedding sector has been paralyzed by restrictions caused by COVID-19, with three-quarters of businesses reporting a 75% loss to revenues (UK Weddings Survey). However, with couples showing trends towards rearranging weddings instead of cancelling them the sector is asking for a clear roadmap and financial support bridge (of £680 million). This will increase confidence in the sector once again. This is a small ask for an industry that will contribute £25 billion for the UK economy in 2021 alone (Open Air Business). The UK Wedding Task Force has been making amazing progress getting the Government to listen to our sector. As a response to their campaigning and conversations with the government; Over 80 cross-party MP's have signed a letter supporting sector-specific support and a roadmap to safe reopening. This week there will be a follow-up meeting with Minister Paul Scully to discuss their support request. On 16th February, they will be holding a second MP's round-table discussion based on the challenges facing the industry specifically concerning opening up. We hope that the government listens to their requests and includes our industry in the upcoming roadmap and gives much-needed support. To find out more about the progress of The UK Wedding Taskforce, click here. - Published: 2021-01-28 - Modified: 2021-01-28 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-2-0-new-features-and-trello-board/ We are excited to announce that our much-anticipated update was released on Friday! The refresh is packed with new features and usability improvements. Our mission is to help you, your customers, suppliers and guests, to plan for success in 2021. Here's a sneak peek of some of our new features: Quickly view outstanding itinerary timings You can now set itinerary items as a 'draft' or 'confirmed' status within a template or an event until they have been finalised by your host. With the addition of itinerary notes, you now have a full audit trail that is time-stamped! Simplified navigation on every page With our new notification and messages alert in the top navigation menu, you can keep up to date with all the comings and goings of your business! Smart new Host portal We have fully refreshed the customer portal. We hope that your customers' will be delighted and excited to get going with their planning, guest-lists, accommodation. Up-sell your Host experience Create "additional extras" list to add value to room sales, for example, add an extra bed or champagne on arrival. We'll have some champagne, please! Hostology 2. 0 Trello Board We hope that you are enjoying exploring the new feature updates of Hostology 2. 0. To help you discover more about the features, we have created a public Trello board. Click here to access our Hostology 2. 0 New Features Trello board. On this board, you can click on any new feature to find out more about it:... - Published: 2021-01-21 - Modified: 2021-01-21 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/webinar-catch-up-industry-updates-and-understanding-customer-sentiment/ This week we were joined by a host of experts joined by our hero campaigners, bristling with useful wedding sector updates. The UK Wedding Task Force updated us on their promising talks with the government and practical challenges the wedding sector is facing. Tamryn Settle from Love My Dress and the #whataboutweddings campaign gave us some insights into the campaign's talks with Ed Milliband and Lucy Powell. Tamryn also gave us some positive results from a recent survey ran by Love My Dress which showed that despite COVID ruining plans, couple's are still focused on postponing weddings rather than cancelling them. You must watch to hear more of her insightful research. Emma Hla from Coco Wedding Venues also gave some fascinating insights into current trends that engaged couples are showing. Emma shared data to show what couples are considering wedding wise in 2022, information about geographical trends in couples venue research as well as the shift in types of weddings that are now being considered. Finally, we were joined by Will Johnson from Weatherby's Hamilton who gave some much-needed advice on the meaning of the recent UK Supreme Court ruling that business interruption insurance must be paid out after COVID-19 losses. To benefit from the generous insights and advice, this episode is a must-watch! Watch Now: The Hostology Collective: Industry updates and understanding customer sentiment - Published: 2021-01-21 - Modified: 2021-01-20 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/join-our-first-webinar-of-2021-today-industry-updates-and-understanding-customer-sentiment/ With the new lockdown being announced within the first week of January, there have been a whole host of updates in our sector. Our webinar is here to help you wade through them. Please join us today at 11. 30am, for our first webinar of 2021. As ever we'll be joined by our hero campaigners, bristling with useful wedding sector updates. We’ll also hear from the Love My Dress team. Their current survey has already yielded some fascinating insights into the experiences and mood of 100s of wedding couples. The LMD team will be on hand to share some of the findings and please do email us with any questions that you have for them. Click here to join our webinar at 11. 30am! - Published: 2021-01-18 - Modified: 2021-01-20 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/how-to-make-the-most-of-lockdown-wedding-planning/ Our wonderful founder venue Dewsall Court have shared their valued expertise on how newly engaged couples can make the most of lockdown wedding planning. Their tops tips are: Perfect Pinterest - get some vision boards underway with the help of Pinterest. This will really help narrow down the exact wedding that you want, making decisions easier when the sector begins to boom! Research suppliers - get to know the best in business. Whether it's extravagant flower arts or a naked cake that belongs on Bake Off finale, get to know the best suppliers that can make your dreams come true! Don't forget the vows - the lead up to the wedding can be stressful, and there is always something forgotten. Get the framework for your vows down now and as the months go by, you can add to them. Have a boogie and make the wedding playlist - get your perfect wedding playlist ready now and avoid the last-minute rush to think of all your favourite songs! And anyway, who doesn't love a lockdown kitchen disco. Create a wedding website - this is where Hostology has you covered. Hostology allows you to share information about your wedding with your guests, such as time and location. Your guests can RSVP easily, updating their dietary requirements and accessing your gift list all in one go. To add to the temptation, Hostology allows you to edit your wedding itinerary and share this with your venue. To check whether your venue is using Hostology,... - Published: 2021-01-15 - Modified: 2021-01-15 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/january-webinar-industry-updates-and-understanding-customer-sentiment/ With the new lockdown being announced within the first week of January, there have been a whole host of updates in our sector. Our webinar is here to help you wade through them. Do join us on Thursday (21st) for our first webinar of 2021. As ever we'll be joined by our hero campaigners, bristling with useful wedding sector updates. We’ll also hear from the Love My Dress team. Their current survey has already yielded some fascinating insights into the experiences and mood of 100s of wedding couples. The LMD team will be on hand to share some of the findings and please do email us with any questions that you have for them. If there is anything you would like to discuss with like-minded peers then feel free to e-mail us with your topics and questions! We’re excited to see you there. Click here on 21st of January 2021 at 11. 30am. - Published: 2020-12-16 - Modified: 2021-01-14 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/covid-was-the-digital-accelerant-of-the-decade/ We are always on the look out for a positive. After a thoroughly exhausting year, it seems we are all due an A• in digital communications and work-flows. New research from our email partners Twilio shows that this year alone COVID-19 accelerated most company's digital communications strategy by an average of 6 years - 97% of enterprise decision-makers surveyed confirmed that the pandemic sped up their company’s digital transformation. Read the report here. - Published: 2020-12-14 - Modified: 2021-01-14 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/bounce-back-into-2021-final-webinar-of-the-year/ During our final webinar of the year, we were joined by a cohort of industry heroes who gave us a positive and uplighting insight into the work that they are continuing to do to help the wedding sector recover and reopen. The overall message was to, keep going, keep doing your part to make our industry heard because, alas it is working! Continuing the theme of positivity; Kelly Chandler lit up our screens with her passion and enthusiasm for 2021. 'Refresh, Recharge & Remind' is Kelly's message for you in 2021. To learn more link below to watch back. Our last session of the year is filled with key insights and valuable insights designed to help you to optimise your business. Our end of year special is to be missed! Thursday 10th December, 11. 30 am - Hostology Webinar Series - Bounce Back into 2021 A huge thank goes out to all who have contributed to our webinar series this year, and of course, thank you for watching. We will be bringing you more from the Hostology Collective in the new year. - Published: 2020-12-10 - Modified: 2021-01-14 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/join-todays-webinar-1130-10th-december-2020/ To join this mornings webinar, click here Join us today at 11. 30 am for The Collective: December Webinar - BOUNCE BACK IN 2021 with guest expert Kelly Chandler. - Published: 2020-12-09 - Modified: 2021-01-14 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/create-a-minister-for-hospitality-sign-the-petition-now/ Create a Minister for Hospitality in the UK Government Here at Hostology, we have been helping to make sure our industry has a voice and we will continue to bang the drum to help the wedding sector through any challenges that we face. To that end, we firmly support the initiative to appoint a Minister of Hospitality in the UK Government. We believe such a Minister would have been beneficial to the Government, hospitality and the wedding sector during the pandemic. We need a Minister who can listen to our voices and bring forward suggestions to the chancellor and policy makers on our behalf. Please sign the petition and read more about the plans by clicking here. - Published: 2020-12-07 - Modified: 2021-01-14 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/december-webinar-bounce-back-in-2021/ To help you to prepare for 2021, in our final webinar of the year, we welcome back the incredibly knowledgeable Kelly Chandler for some much-needed focus and encouragement. Do join us on Thursday (10th) for our final webinar of 2020. We'll be focussing on the sector bouncing back into what will be a hugely busy year. With a brand new version of Hostology about to hit your screens, our aim is to help you to get organised for 2021. Alongside helping your team to work as efficiently as possible, we are very excited to welcome back marketing expert Kelly Chandler. Kelly will help us all to focus on making the most of 2021, taking us through her top tips and marketing priorities for 2021 with her session: Refresh and Energise Your Venue’s Marketing, Ready for the Engagement Season And Better Times - sounds good! And for a regular dose of Kelly's wisdom, you can sign-up for her membership club We'll also have our usual sector updates and panel of experts - so mark your calendar and we'll hope to see you there! Click here on the 10th of December 2020 at 11. 30 am to join our webinar. - Published: 2020-12-03 - Modified: 2021-01-14 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/weddings-on-for-summer-2021-the-pm-says-so/ Lara of Launcells Barton bravely quizzes Boris Johnson on a roadmap to give couples confidence that they can hold weddings Summer 2021. With a vaccine & lateral flow tests, the PM saw no reason why next Summer shouldn't be full of nuptials - Go Lara! - Published: 2020-11-30 - Modified: 2021-01-14 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/published-evidence-used-for-uk-government-restrictions-on-weddings-flawed/ On the 27th November, the UK Government published transmission risk data for the hospitality sector - bit. ly/3o0MR9b Since then restrictions have been lifted on pubs, restaurants and gyms - but not on wedding venues. We questioned why the data was mainly from the Far East, and why there were no examples from the UK? Since Friday the #WVSG team has analysed the data and it seems UK Gov / Sage are making policy for Pubs, Bars, Gyms and Wedding Venues based on inaccurate assumptions... not great! Read the full report here: https://wvsg. org/news https://whataboutweddings. co. uk/published-evidence-used-for-uk-government-restrictions-on-weddings-flawed/ - Published: 2020-11-05 - Modified: 2021-01-14 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-collective-webinar-series-november-update/ With the recently introduced CJSS morphing once more back into the furlough scheme we were pleased to welcome Michael Doolin, MD of Clover HR, to give us the low-down. As well as outlining the new furlough scheme (we are back to where we were in August) Michael also shared his tips for managing your team during this difficult period; staying resilient and looking after your mental health. Download the presentation here - Clover HR - Resilience. The Government also announced today that the new furlough scheme will be extended until March 2021. You can read the detail here. Phil Taylor, financial expert from Ducketts, then gave us some much needed updates on bounce back loans, grants, CBILs deadlines and extended payment time frames. Do keep an eye on changes to payment terms and discuss with your loan provider. Ducketts are always happy to help. Spreading a bit of positivity, Alan Law told us about his recent experience managing an event at the Royal Albert Hall, and using 15-minute Covid tests from private company BHA. Their tests have now been accepted by PHE and are being used widely across various sectors. For all this and latest sector updates from #whataboutweddings and the ABWB / WVSG - Hostology Collective members can catch up on the session through the link below. See you next time! Watch: Hostology webinar series: November Industry update - Published: 2020-10-08 - Modified: 2021-01-14 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/wedding-venue-support-group-wvsg-survival-to-revival-wedding-manifesto/ The Association of British Wedding Businesses (ABWB) and the Wedding Venue Support Group (WVSG), have created a 'Survival To Revival' Wedding Manifesto, aiming to make it crystal clear to Government what we need, and now! Click to read the Wedding Manifesto - WVSG Weddings Manifesto - Published: 2020-09-22 - Modified: 2020-12-31 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/our-nhs-test-and-trace-features-have-landed/ Tomorrow the NHS test & Trace App is launched, including instructions for any venue to register and encourage the collection of contact details for their visitors. Every venue must download and display the NHS Poster (it contains a QR Code), in both the Management Offices any other public/guest entry point. Any visitor can then download the App and scan the QR code to add their details. However - the NHS state that all venues must offer a manual alternative. And this is where our new consent gathering feature can help. Hostology’s powerful collaborative supplier and guest management tools offer you and your customer full supplier and guest-list management, not to mention built-in consents and compliance to cover licensing, insurance and dietary complications. With Hostology powering up your venue, your party hosts and couples can gather consent and phone numbers for each party lead on their guest-list, then download the attendees to allow you to mark each guest's time-in / time-out. Get started and download your QR poster here: https://www. gov. uk/create-coronavirus-qr-poster - Published: 2020-09-16 - Modified: 2020-09-16 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/fca-test-case-on-business-interruption-high-court-judgement-released/ Yesterday - the 15th September - the FCA published the long awaited High Court judgement to the long running test case on business interruption. It seems that the outcome for each business will depend upon the wording of your individual business policy. You can read more about the findings here. And you should also hear from your insurer within 7 days - we suggest chasing them if you don't! We'll be discussing the judgement at our next Hostology Collective webinar - 24th September at 11:30am Do join us. - Published: 2020-09-11 - Modified: 2020-09-11 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/write-to-your-mp/ As we head into the seventh month of exclusive-use venue restrictions we urgently need government action Are you a venue or a wedding related business? We need you to write to your local MP and ask the government to listen and to understand our sector. We urgently require: Financial support - local and national An agreed roadmap Acknowledgment that we can deliver Covid-secure events Use our template To speed things up we have drafted a template letter that you can use. All you need to do is download it, then add your venue logo, date, your details and send. You can find your local MP's contact details here: https://members. parliament. uk/FindYourMP Download your template here: Template_LettertoMP_10September2020_FINAL - PDF Template_LettertoMP_10September2020_FINAL - Word - Published: 2020-08-27 - Modified: 2020-09-24 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/hostology-collective-how-to-watch-our-webinar-series-so-far/ Over the past few months, we've run a series of live webinar sessions, each with an experienced expert to help to guide us all through these tricky times. To catch up on the discussions sign-up to The Hostology Collective: Join the Collective Thursday 24th September, 11. 30 am - Hostology Webinar Series: 2020 - Latest sector news and your venue stories Today's webinar is another must-watch. Full of updates from experts and positive news from venues too. We are excited to welcome David Chapman from UK Hospitality Wales, to update us on his ongoing discussions with the Welsh Government - and where weddings of 30 are still the norm. William Johnson of Wetherby Hamilton will be on hand to help us to unpack the High Court's recent judgement on the FCA (Financial Conduct Authority) test case regarding business interruption insurance. And, Richard Cramer from Front Row Legal gives his take on postpones and reports on his discussions with the U. K. Government. We also heard positive tales of innovation from Elmore Court and Iscoyd Park. Thursday 10th September, 11. 30 am - Hostology Webinar Series: 19 - Latest CMA wedding guidance reviewed This week the CMA published their wedding-specific guidance for those events affected by COVID-19. During today's webinar, we examine the impact on our sector, with contributions from Charles Courtenay (Michelmores and WVSG) and Robina Hussein (Front Row Legal). And for those of you beginning to open up for business, expert - Alan Law (risk assessment) provides useful advice... - Published: 2020-08-27 - Modified: 2021-04-28 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/webinar-series/ Join us over at the Hostology Collective to view our series of live webinar sessions. Twice a month we review updates from our sector, assisted by our established group of experts, each with the experience to help to guide us through these tricky times. We do hope that you’ll be able to join us and welcome to the conversation! Up Next: Industry Updates and Understanding Customer Sentiment - Thursday 29th April 2021 at 11. 30 am. Sign up to The Hostology Collective to watch all our webinars Thursday 24th September, 11. 30 am - Hostology Webinar Series: 2020 - Latest sector news and your venue stories Thursday 10th September, 11. 30 am - Hostology Webinar Series: 19 - Latest CMA wedding guidance reviewed Thursday 27th August, 11. 30 am - Hostology Webinar Series: 18- Focus on delivering safe events Thursday 13th August, 11. 30 am Hostology webinar series: 17 Event Sector Updates, Focus on WVSG Thursday 30th July, 11. 30 am Hostology webinar series: 16 -Emerging from Lockdown - updates and advice for venues Thursday 2nd July, 11. 30 am Hostology webinar series: 14 - Emerging from Lockdown - updates and advice for venues Thursday 25th June, 11. 30 am Hostology webinar series: 13 - Emerging from Lockdown - updates and advice for venues Thursday 18th June, 11. 30 am Hostology webinar series: 12 - The Future of Weddings Survey - Results & Insights with Love My Dress and Occasion Queens Thursday 11th June, 11. 30 am Hostology webinar series:... - Published: 2020-08-19 - Modified: 2020-08-19 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/emerging-from-lockdown-delivering-a-covid-safe-wedding-for-30-guests-faq-sheet/ Last week the U. K. government announced that weddings for up to 30 guests are now allowed. Yippee! Alan Law, a Health and Safety expert, has kindly put together a useful FAQ document to clarify answers to the most common questions that he has been asked since this announcement. Please click the link here to read. To contact Alan, please email: info@alanlaw. co. uk - Published: 2020-08-05 - Modified: 2020-08-06 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/the-weddings-off/ Last week's government announcement felt like a bit of a blow to the wedding sector. Since then our hope is that the government has begun to listen to our pleas for support. And there has been a response from the media who have shown support to our industry by detailing some the struggles venues, couples, suppliers and planners are facing at this time. Emma Hardcastle, (founder of Hostology) was interviewed by Dailymail Online about the ripple effect the government announcements have on the industry and the support required, read the full article here. - Published: 2020-08-05 - Modified: 2020-08-11 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/wedding-venue-support-group/ We are very happy to be supporting the work of the Wedding Venue Support Group (WVSG) - as the founders explain: 'The ABWB Venues committee have set up Wedding Venues Support Group, a special purpose Members company, to take further advice from Michelmores and Jonathan Kirk QC. , the leading Consumer Law silk, star rated and the only Tier 1 Q. C. in his field. We want a categoric understanding of the fair application of the CRA to wedding contract refunds. The CMA advice is Guidance, not law. It is unbalanced as between Insurers, Couples and Venues. Authoritative clarification of the underlying Law is essential for all involved with weddings, Couples, Venues, other suppliers and Insurers. That is our aim and we will shortly be setting out our strategy in detail. We will appeal for funds from venues who wish to share the advice and legal defence against unfair claims. Thanks to Hostology we will be putting on an explanatory Webinar and Q & A, with a panel including Charles Courtenay, Lead solicitor and Venue Owner. WATCH THIS SPACE and support the Industry. ' Ahead of this webinar please do read this important information: click here Provisional Membership Application and Conditional Pledge: click here Please join our webinar to hear more about the initiative: click here to join at 11. 30 am on the 13th August 2020. - Published: 2020-07-30 - Modified: 2020-08-06 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/what-about-weddings/ IT IS TIME TO TAKE ACTION Over the past few weeks Love my Dress alongside other industry professionals have been campaigning for the wedding industry to be recognised by the government. Collectively, we are seeking answers from the government; Couples and businesses need clarity to be able to move forward. We need a roadmap, updated guidance and a timeline. There needs to be parity for all couples, particularly as the guidance currently excludes faith and cultural ceremonies, and couples and businesses need choice. To read more about this, please read their full article here. In the meantime, there are two things that venue owners can do to help: 1. Write to your local MP 2. Share your own experiences under the #whataboutweddings hashtag and tiles. The wedding industry is worth £10bn annually to the UK economy, much of this has been lost. What will you loose if we do not have a reopening road map soon? - Published: 2020-06-25 - Modified: 2020-07-16 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/emerging-from-lockdown-updates-and-advice-for-venues/ During today's webinar session, we learnt about the encouraging updates from the ABWB regarding the roadmap and time scale for the wedding industry to reopen. However, while some critical alignments have been established, there are still some crucial issues that you will all be asking: 'how do I enforce social distancing at a wedding? ' and 'how can I keep our staff safe? '. To find out more about what the future of weddings will look like, you can watch our webinar here but in the meantime, please do read these supporting articles for helpful advice. Keeping workers safe Gov advice: Staying Safe and alert House of Lords: COVID 19 & Wedding venues ## Testimonials - Published: 2025-10-30 - Modified: 2025-10-30 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/testimonials/shortflatt-tower/ "I could go on and on about how brilliant Hostology is and I don’t know how we managed so long without it! " - Published: 2019-09-09 - Modified: 2019-09-18 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/testimonials/testimonial2/ "Hostology is a fantastic platform that brings the many elements of organising bespoke events under one roof. It has transformed the organisation of our business, saved many staff hours and made us far more efficient. " - Published: 2019-09-09 - Modified: 2019-09-09 - URL: https://hostology.co.uk/testimonials/testimonial1/ "We extensively researched the market to find a software platform that fulfils all the needs we have when arranging events and liaising with customers. Hostology does and is going to massively streamline our business. "