jacks09 Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 I'm putting together a spreadsheet and trying to work out the best way to but the alcohol for my wedding. I want to supply it all to my guests and we are having the reception at a venue that doesn't charge corkage. I have worked out my requirements and am pulling all the prices from major supermarkets and wholesalers. I also want to do a recce to Calais to see if there are any savings to be made doing it that way.Does the personal limit on bringing booze back count per vehicle or per person? If I hired a van and took a friend would we be able to bring double the amount back?Has anyone recently been to Calais? Once you ahve added in ferry costs and van rental does it work out any cheaper? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/89235-alcohol-for-my-wedding/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowlander Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 There is no limit on what you can bring back as long as it's for personal use or if you plan to give it away.HMRC do give advisory limits (i.e. if you bring more than the advisory limit they may ask you questions)https://www.gov.uk/duty-free-goods/arrivals-from-eu-countries Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/89235-alcohol-for-my-wedding/#findComment-945796 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacks09 Posted January 8, 2016 Author Share Posted January 8, 2016 That's fantastic advice thank you. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/89235-alcohol-for-my-wedding/#findComment-945799 Share on other sites More sharing options...
OD Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 Hello,Try these people www.pidou.com Its a wine warehouse in Calais very close to the port, but they do sell all types of drinks, you should get everything you need. I've been the last 2 years on a day trip to stock up for Christmas!!! Prices and exchange rate are very competitive to me.They have offers that pay for the crossing if you buy ?300 on a pre-order of alcohol.Hope that helps... and Congrats!! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/89235-alcohol-for-my-wedding/#findComment-945800 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Help-Ma-Boab Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 Majestic pretty good. Deliver to venue. Sale or return on unopened bottle's and have some pretty good rolling deals. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/89235-alcohol-for-my-wedding/#findComment-945873 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GroveLaneMan Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 Once upon a time a trip to Calais was a good option for buying in bulk for a wedding but now I'm not so sure . The bigger wine merchants will do very good deals on some very good wines . Always give Majestic a shout . They're very good on advice and food pairings etc especially if you get a really knowledgeable member of staff . HOWEVER the trip to Calais will uncover bargains and when I did it with my groomsmen it was a corking day out ! Good luck Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/89235-alcohol-for-my-wedding/#findComment-945875 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacks09 Posted January 8, 2016 Author Share Posted January 8, 2016 Thanks all @GroveLaneMan - a good day out may be impacting my decision somewhat! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/89235-alcohol-for-my-wedding/#findComment-945880 Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrackersMaracas Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 Hi jacks - is the venue London based? Interested to know if you have found a "dry" venue that lets you bring your own! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/89235-alcohol-for-my-wedding/#findComment-946818 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacks09 Posted January 10, 2016 Author Share Posted January 10, 2016 No , West Sussex....the Hyde estate Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/89235-alcohol-for-my-wedding/#findComment-946893 Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrackersMaracas Posted January 12, 2016 Share Posted January 12, 2016 Still close! Thanks for letting me know and good luck bringing back a van of vin! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/89235-alcohol-for-my-wedding/#findComment-947803 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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