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Responsible for the general safety of the bridegroom, as well as the organisation of the most important aspects of the event, including the suit/kilt hire, the best man speech, and the stag night, the Best Man has the weight of the wedding on his shoulders. Following the proposal from the bridegroom, and the subsequent "Yes" from the Best Man, the work begins almost immediately.

The concept of the stag night is an event of immense cultural gravitas, and should be treated as such. This historical outing is essentially a rite of passage undertaken by the stag on his final fling as a bachelor. It acts as an opportunity for the husband-to-be to bring his unmarried life to a climactic finale.

As the Best Man, it is important to produce a memorable and enjoyable experience for the bridegroom. Everything from the travel arrangements to the hotel to the trip itinerary must be taken into careful consideration, especially when there are a number of friends and relatives to accommodate.

Some popular destinations include Edinburgh, Manchester, Newcastle and Blackpool, all of which can provide the backdrop to a truly enjoyable experience. Whether you opt for a no frills, one night stay in a lively city centre, or one of many luxury weekend breaks available for stag parties, depends entirely upon the preference of the stag party.

With the stag night/weekend over with, the attention of the Best Man turns to the speech. This is generally agreed to be the aspect by which the Best Man will be judged at the end of the day. The best kinds of speeches should be a balance of sentiment and humour. Don't cram the pages with one liners, but on the other hand refrain from over the top emotion. Simple and sincere is always a good way to go.

All that is left for the Best Man now is the safe return of all the hired suits and kilts and the safe storage of the wedding gifts. When the duties are finally complete, the groom's right hand man is free to enjoy the rest of the night, safe in the knowledge that he delivered his friend to his new wife on time and in one piece.