What Do I Ask a Venue When Touring?
Top 10 Questions to Ask When Touring Wedding Venue
Planning your wedding starts with one of the biggest decisions you’ll make: choosing the perfect venue. Touring a space can be exciting, but it’s easy to get swept up in the beauty and forget to ask practical questions.
To help you feel confident and prepared, here are 10 essential questions to ask on your venue tour—plus why couples love the answers they get at West 40 Social, London Ohio’s modern industrial wedding venue.
1. How many guests can the venue hold?
Your guest list sets the stage for your budget and your experience.
👉 At West 40 Social: Our versatile layout is perfect for intimate weddings up to 100 guests, keeping your celebration personal yet lively.
2. What’s included in the rental?
Hidden costs add up fast if basics aren’t provided.
👉 At West 40 Social: We include essentials like tables, chairs, and flexible floorplans—so you won’t need to rent the basics. We provide so much more than just the basics— set-up and tear down of tables & chairs, in-house catering, in-house bar and even wedding planning assistance!
3. Can we bring in our own vendors?
Many couples want the freedom to customize their day.
👉 At West 40 Social: We welcome outside vendors for many categories. We do have our own in-house catering where we will offer you to meet and talk about your wishes with our chef. You can even attend one of our tastings! Ask us for our list of preferred vendors!
4. Do you have space to take outside pictures?
If your dream involves outdoor photos or a nearby ceremony, it’s important to have options.
👉 At West 40 Social: Our indoor loft-style space keeps the celebration beautiful no matter the weather. BUT we are located downtown London Ohio so a short walk gives you some amazing options for pictures.
5. What bar and catering options are available?
Food and drink are often the most memorable part for guests.
👉 At West 40 Social: Our in-house culinary partners provide customizable catering menus, and our full bar lets you choose open bar, cash bar, or signature cocktails.
6. How early can we access the space?
Setup time matters for decor, florals, and vendor coordination.
👉 At West 40 Social: We offer ample access time for setup and takedown, keeping your day smooth and stress-free.
7. Are there any restrictions?
From music cut-off times to decor rules, every venue has fine print.
👉 At West 40 Social: We’re transparent from the start—clear policies, no surprises.
8. What is the deposit and payment schedule?
Financial clarity is crucial during wedding planning.
👉 At West 40 Social: Our team works with you on flexible payment plans and upfront deposit structures. Our initial deposit is $1000 non-refundable deposit. Why non-refundable? Because instantly after saying YES! to West 40 Social, we block the date so no other couples get it. It requires us to turn away other couples like you!
9. Do you provide staff support on the wedding day?
Having a venue coordinator or staff available can be a game-changer.
👉 At West 40 Social: Our on-site team ensures everything runs smoothly, from setup to last call. You will even get some one-on-one assistance with wedding planning! BONUS!
10. Why should we choose you?
The final—and most important—question!
👉 At West 40 Social: We’re more than a venue. We’re a modern, downtown space with personality, designed to make your celebration as unique as your love story. We care about every detail with your wedding and vision that we make it a priority to make sure every detail is cared for, so you can just enjoy your day! What’s better than that?
Final Thoughts
Your venue tour is your chance to picture the day you’ve been dreaming about. By asking these 10 questions, you’ll know whether a space truly fits your needs.
At West 40 Social, we welcome every couple to ask openly, explore fully, and imagine their perfect wedding in our urban-industrial loft right in the heart of London, Ohio.
Ready to see it in person? Schedule a tour today and let’s start planning your dream day.