weddings

New Room at Sandy Park now available for hire

Authored by sandypark
Posted: Mon, 10/31/2016 - 4:34pm

A new space at Sandy Park is now available to celebrate special occasions for up to 200 guests.

The Wigwam may be better known for its match-day disco, but this large and light-filled marquee in Sandy Park’s attractive grounds is now available to hire for a range of events. The spacious room features a bar, private entrance and large outside area and is an ideal blank canvas for wedding receptions and other events. The Wigwam Marquee adds to Sandy Park’s already substantial wedding and events offering. The versatile venue has a civil ceremony licence and a range of suites to suit...

The beginner’s guide to wedding flowers

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 05/18/2016 - 11:25am

Wedding flowers can be tricky. You might find yourself pinning stunning designs on Pinterest, presenting them to a florist and discovering it will cost ten times the price you had in your head. Or, every flower you want is unavailable at that time of year – good luck getting Peonies in winter for a reasonable price.

If you’re a newbie to wedding flowers, like most brides and grooms, here’s a quick guide on what to look out for and perhaps how to save a little money:

Stick to seasonal plants Not only will you get stunning, fresh blooms that don’t need to travel too far to...

New lease of life for historic manor house

A historic Devon manor house, which has passed through generations of the same family for more than 160 years, is to be opened to the public - as a country house wedding and events venue. Rockbeare Manor, which was built in around 1760, has undergone a £2m transformation to turn it into the perfect venue for special events. The Regency property, which is on the edge of the village of Rockbeare, just outside Exeter, boasts a magnificent new Ballroom which seats up to 160 guests, with plans for the addition of 14 luxury bedrooms – all surrounded by more than 100 acres of parkland. It has...

Couples say ‘I do’ to cost-friendly weddings

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Sat, 10/10/2015 - 11:41am

A new study conducted by crafting company Stampin’ Up! UK reveals South West residents to be cost-conscious where wedding spending is concerned.

The survey asked respondents to state how much they thought reasonable to spend on a wedding – not including honeymoon.

Previous surveys conducted by a variety of businesses have suggested that a ‘typical’ wedding comes in at the £18-20,000 figure. Even popular BBC1 show ‘Don’t Tell the Bride’ gives husbands-to-be a budget of £14,000 to play with. But it would seem attitudes are changing. A fifth of respondents in the South West (...

Winter Wedding Show

Event Date: 
29/11/2015 - 11:00am
Venue: 
HIghbullen Hotel, Chittlehamholt, Devon

On Saturday 22nd August, Highbullen Hotel in Chittlehamholt, North Devon, hosted its first ever Boutique Wedding Showcase.

Guests were treated to some of the very best local artisans and quality suppliers, including VW Camper Van Hire, Glitz Photobooth, Frilly Frocks, Dream Wedding Makers, Bentley cars and much more.

Resort Director, Ronnie Orr, said of the event, “I am delighted to say that this was a great success for ourselves and the chosen exhibitors. It was a wonderful opportunity to show off everything that Highbullen has to offer and we look forward to welcoming...

Boutique Wedding Showcase

Event Date: 
22/08/2015 - 11:00am
Venue: 
HIghbullen Hotel, Chittlehamholt, Umberleigh

Highbullen Hotel in North Devon is hosting its first Boutique Wedding Showcase on Thursday 20 August.

This is the perfect opportunity to experience the hospitality of Highbullen and to sample the flavour of the local artisans and suppliers, such as florists, cake makers, dress makers and more.

The Wedding fair is also an opportunity to see the substantial refurbishment of the Hotel and all of their on-site facilities, including tennis courts, golf course, croquet lawn, indoor pool and the family courtyard area with outdoor pool.

The Palazzo at Highbullen is a brand...

Highbullen Hotel to host Boutique Wedding Showcase

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 06/24/2015 - 10:11am

Highbullen Hotel in North Devon is hosting its first Boutique Wedding Showcase on Saturday 22 August.

This is the perfect opportunity to experience the hospitality of Highbullen and to sample the flavour of the local artisans and suppliers, such as florists, cake makers, dress makers and more.

The Wedding fair is also an opportunity to see the substantial refurbishment of the Hotel and all of their on-site facilities, including tennis courts, golf course, croquet lawn, indoor pool and the family courtyard area with outdoor pool.

The Palazzo at Highbullen is a brand...

Autumn Wedding Fair

Event Date: 
01/11/2015 - 10:30am to 2:30pm
Venue: 
Sandy Park, Exeter

Join us at Sandy Park for our Autumn Wedding Fair, taking place on Sunday 1st November 2015.

Between 10.30am and 2.30pm the Exeter Suite will be showcasing an extensive range of local wedding suppliers. Sandy Park's Chiefs Suite will also be set up for a Civil Ceremony and Wedding Breakfast to display our facilities as a Wedding Venue.

Our dedicated Events Team will be on hand to assist you with every detail of your big day and for you to find out more about Sandy Park's unique wedding packages.

Entry is free for all guests with a complimentary glass of bubbly,...

Castles & Confetti Wedding Fair

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Sun, 04/26/2015 - 12:46pm

Mamhead House & Castle opens its doors for the first time on Sunday 3 May as Blue Fizz Events put on their latest wedding fair – Castles & Confetti – a rustic and luxe wedding fair 11am-3pm.

A unique opportunity for brides to visit this exclusive new wedding venue located South of Exeter, just off the A380 direction Torquay.

Dating back to the 1500’s and set in 164 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds, Mamhead can be hired exclusively for your perfect day, whether an intimate supper for 10 or a lavish celebration for 1,000.

Whether your dream...

Castles & Confetti Wedding Fair

Event Date: 
03/05/2015 - 11:00am
Venue: 
Mamhead House & Castle, near Exeter

Mamhead House & Castle opens its doors for the first time on Sunday 3 May as Blue Fizz Events put on their latest wedding fair – Castles & Confetti – a rustic & luxe wedding fair 11am-3pm.

A unique opportunity for brides to visit this exclusive new wedding venue located South of Exeter, just off the A380 direction Torquay. Dating back to the 1500’s and set in 164 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds, Mamhead can be hired exclusively for your perfect day, whether an intimate supper for 10 or a lavish celebration for 1000.

Whether your dream is a...

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