The Groomsmen

The best man is normally the brother or best mate of the groom.

Duties include;

Before the wedding....

• attending all pre wedding parties (except hens and kitchen tea)

• organising the buck's night

• arriving at the wedding venue around an hour before the ceremony

• assist the groom with hiring of the suits for the men in the bridal party

• collect and delivery (if necessary) the bride's bouquet and flowers for the bridesmaids

• checking and confirming any last minute details for the honeymoon

At the ceremony...

• standing next to the groom during the ceremony.

• escort the chief bridesmaids out after the ceremony

• if there is no ring bearer the best man looks after the brides ring and hands it to the groom when necessary

• ensure guests have directions to the reception venue

At the reception...

• deliver the first toast to the couple and read any faxes or telegrams

• sit at the bridal table alternately with the bridesmaids

• mingle and dance with guests (and ensure that the other groomsmen are in a fit state to do so.

Afterwards...

• returning hired suits as necessary

• responsible for depositing any cheques bought to the reception as gifts

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