Partners & Venue Recommendations
We have over 30 years’ experience working in wedding and events industry in and around Northamptonshire, Kettering and Milton Keynes.
Our knowledge of what makes the perfect wedding or corporate event venue is based on first-hand experience. We would like to share some of our favourite venues with you as well as showing you our preferred partners.
The Old Barns, Rothwell
The Old Barns in Bridge Street, is the area’s premier private hire facility.
The Old Barns in Bridge Street, is the area’s premier private hire facility, for events from 25 to 250 persons. Situated directly behind TRL this is the ideal venue for any special occasion.
To view details please visit their facebook page.
Northampton Town Centre Hotel
Say “I do” at Northampton Town Centre Hotel.
With a central town location 5 minutes from the registrar’s office, the Northampton Town Centre Hotel offers the ideal venue for a dream wedding. You will enjoy access to one of our elegant suites and a professional wedding coordinator to assist with planning and execution of a memorable day. Our spacious Buckingham Suite can host up to 600 guests for evening receptions and up to 400 for wedding breakfasts. The Kent, Essex and Norfolk Suites accommodate a total of 150 guests for evening receptions and 100 guests for wedding breakfasts.
Key features:
- A 5-minute walk from the registrar’s office
- Approved for civil license services
- Private bar
- Self-catering option available for ethnic events
- Special Wedding & Event coordinator for every event
- Tailor-made, themed events available through a third-party vendor
- Wedding packages
Contact:
Phone: +44 (0)1604 739933
The Stanwick Hotel
Set in two acres of beautiful landscaped gardens in the rolling Northamptonshire countryside, The Stanwick Hotel provides the perfect backdrop for your special day. We have four rooms which are licensed to hold Civil Wedding Ceremonies. The conservatory Garden Restaurant caters for up to 100 guests, with stunning views of the garden. For larger Ceremonies our “Reflections” function suite is the ideal venue. We can accommodate up to 120 for a sit down Wedding Breakfast and up to 250 for the evening reception. For a more intimate Ceremony, the “Dining Room” in the house can accommodate up to 12 guests. For a summer wedding, why not try our beautiful outdoor wedding pavilion?
The Stanwick Hotel offers 30 well-appointed en-suite rooms on site. Perfect accommodation for your and your wedding party. This also includes a special honeymoon room.
Whether or not your Ceremony takes place at The Stanwick Hotel we offer excellent facilities for Wedding Receptions, from drinks and canapés on the lawn to a relaxed garden party feel with a traditional Hog Roast, to a freshly cooked three course meal. We are really pleased to announce that we have now added afternoon teas to our wedding packages.
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The Church Restaurant Northampton:
At The Church, we have created a setting that is elegant, distinctive and truly unique.
At The Church, we have created a setting that is elegant, distinctive and truly unique. From intimate to extravagant, traditional to unexpected – you can be sure that The Church’s exciting blend of heritage and luxury will guarantee a beautifully perfect wedding.
For more detailed information, please download our latest Wedding Brochure, prices & packages.
Available exclusively for the daytime and evening, The Church offers a contemporary yet serene setting for your perfect day.
Our experienced management team work with you to ensure that your day is tailor-made to suit your needs.
From intimate wedding breakfast’s to share with your closest family and friends to exclusive use of the entire venue throughout your big day, we easily cater for weddings of any size.
Ian Pickering has the unique ability to capture your wedding day beautifully and to the highest of standards. We highly recommend him for your special day – but don’t just take our word for it. Click here to view his work.
The Church now also holds its own civil licence.
Rushton Hall
From the second you arrive at Rushton Hall, you will feel special, it is where dreams turn into reality and wonderful memories are created. Catering for your every need, we will help you to create your perfect wedding day.
We understand that your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. With superb and inspirational food, wines and luxurious accommodation, every detail is handled with the utmost care and we only hold one wedding reception within the hotel on any day so you can rest assured that it will definitely be your special day.
As one of the finest wedding venues Kettering has to offer, we boast stunning grounds, an ideal backdrop for your wedding photos, it is easy to see why so many people simply fall in love with Rushton Hall. With the arrival of our fantastic new orangery in the summer of 2017, we will be able to host even bigger and more extravagant weddings than ever before. With its stunning period architecture and purpose built design, it is sure to inspire and delight your wedding guests.
Not only does Rushton Hall’s picturesque Northamptonshire setting make it the perfect spot for a beautiful wedding, but we are very lucky to be surround by lots of fantastic local producers, and as such we are able to create some truly spectacular wedding menus.
Located in Northamptonshire between the M1 and the A1 near Kettering and Corby, on the Leicestershire border, Rushton Hall offers good transport links for your guests.
Website: rushtonhall.com
Sedgebrooke Hall
Features a storied Victorian manor house and 13 acres of gardens and green space
- Offers 2 rooms registered for civil ceremonies or an externally licensed pagoda in the gardens
- Perfect for intimate ceremonies to large wedding celebrations for up to 120 guests
- Home to 103 stylish rooms and suites to accommodate guests
- Recommends suppliers including florists, photographers, entertainment, and linens & chair cover providers
The Brampton Halt
Here at The Brampton Halt, we feel it’s only right to share the responsibility of vows being made on your special day and want to make a promise too… that we will do everything possible to ensure your Wedding reception is enjoyed by everyone and remembered for all the right reasons. We know how important it is to get every little detail just right and the impact your wedding reception venue will have, knowing you have a team of support to take any worries away.
The Marriot Hotel Northampton
Host your wedding reception in one of our stylish, light-filled venues here in Northampton, England.
- We offer 17 venues and over 12,300 square feet of elegant, versatile space for your occasion.
- The largest wedding venue is our Squires Suite, which can accommodate up to 200 in reception format.
- Take advantage of the mild England weather during the summer with a reception on our private patio.
- Allow our hotel staff to assist you with making your special day here in Northampton a success.
- Your guests will love our convenient hotel location, easily reachable from elsewhere in the UK.
Coombe Abbey
Are you looking for the dream wedding venue in Coventry and Warwickshire? Well, with incredible history and a fairytale setting, Coombe Abbey Hotel is the perfect venue for your Wedding Day. We invite you to hold your Wedding or Ceremony, Reception and Evening celebrations in Coombe Abbey’s unique setting.
Originally a 12th Century Cistercian Abbey, this unique building has been lovingly restored to its former glory. Now as a premier wedding venue in Coventry and Warwickshire, Coombe Abbey Hotel offers an unrivalled setting for your celebrations. Standing in 500 acres of parkland, majestically overlooking a moat and lake with formal gardens, Coombe Abbey Hotel offers stunning photographic opportunities.
We also provide a number of wedding packages that will leave you relaxed and calm ahead of the big day. From catering to entertainment, we’ll ensure your wedding is as fabulous as you imagined.
Whether you are planning an intimate gathering or larger celebration, we are sure that our magnificent Reception Rooms will impress. An exciting blend of heritage and splendour, superb food and outstanding service will make your day one to cherish and remember forever.
The guidlhall
Grade II star listed and in the heart of the town, The Guildhall, Northampton is truly ‘Northampton’s best kept secret’. Its stunning architectural features and exquisite décor will provide a stunning backdrop to your day. From your ceremony through to your reception we have a selection of stunning spaces and packages allowing us to cater for small intimate weddings to large celebrations.
We are the perfect venue for a ceremony, drinks reception, wedding breakfast or evening reception. We can accommodate an intimate ceremony for as few as 4 guests to a large celebration of 220 guests.
The Northampton County Cricket Ground
The tranquillity combined with the historical and picturesque setting of the Cricket Ground makes us the perfect location for private hire or your wedding day.
With years of experience planning luxury weddings and events, our qualified team will be on hand to ensure your dream day is brought to reality.
The County Ground is proud to ensure clients have one central point of contact; from the moment your initial enquiry is processed through to the day itself. We will then smoothly hand over the details of your day to our experienced operations team who will be with you every step to ensure everything runs without a hitch. With our friendly and flexible approach we will ensure your event runs effortlessly and exceeds all your expectations.
For weddings for up to 220 guests, we have two wonderful rooms both with natural daylight and pitch side views. For these, we’ve put a wedding package together for ease, however, please do contact us if you’d like something more bespoke.
Dodford Manor
We are a family-run wedding venue in Northamptonshire and passionately believe in giving your wedding the personal touch it deserves. Exclusive use of the barns is always guaranteed, and we can provide you with an extensive list of local suppliers to contact if you choose. Alternatively, we offer the flexibility of sourcing all of your own suppliers if you wish, and we would be happy to offer site visits to discuss their plans in more detail.
We offer as much – or as little – help as you want throughout the planning of your day, and hold an in-depth planning meeting with you two months before the wedding to go through everything in detail, so that nothing is left to chance on the big day. We also hold a number of Open Events throughout the year, giving you the chance to chat about ideas with us, meet potential suppliers and show your venue off to your family and friends!
The Aviator Hotel
Positioned on Sywell Aerodrome at the edge of the original grass airfield, which was used during the Second World War and which is still very much in use today, The Aviator is just a short drive from Northampton and makes an unusual and picturesque venue. Formerly the RAF Officers Mess, it is themed in 1930s Art Deco style and features original Sywell memorabilia from those early aviation days. At the heart of Northamptonshire with on-site hotel rooms, it is the perfect venue for your wedding reception.
Kettering Park Hotel
It’s no secret that Kettering Park Hotel is one of the most sought after wedding venues in Kettering. Whether you’re planning a large formal wedding, something a little more intimate or a having a wedding celebration party, we have uniquely tailored spaces to suit all needs.
Barton Hall
Barton Hall Hotel located in the picturesque town of Barton Seagrave, Kettering, Northamptonshire is the idyllic and award winning venue in the Midlands where your dreams can come true.
We understand at Barton Hall that your wedding is the most important day of your lives so we make sure that every detail is handled with the utmost care, we only hold one wedding reception per day so you can be assured that it will definitely be your special day.
From the moment you arrive to the Grade II listed Hotel you will be greeted by warm and friendly staff who will guide you to the stunning Orangery for the Ceremony & Drinks Reception. After having wonderful photographs in the picturesque grounds your Wedding Breakfast will be held in the beautiful Charles Suite, with glorious views a private patio and splendid chandeliers. Dimming the lights down low Charles Suite then turns into the perfect environment for dancing the night away.Then rewind and relax opening your cards and presents in your complimentary Bridal Suite.
We would love to show you around Barton Hall please call the events team 01536 515505 to arrange a viewing or email b.jackson@bartonhall.com
Grendon Lakes
Grendon Lakes is set in 150 acres of beautiful Northamptonshire countryside, and is so little known as yet in Northamptonshire it is said to be the county’s best kept secret.
Within Grendon Lakes complex are 12 lakes, 2 of which are devoted to watersports the remaining 10 making up some of the finest fishing water in the area.
We are also home to Hostile Fire the midlands premier paintball site. Our Alpine clubhouse overlooks our main watersports lake and houses a fully licensed bar, a restaurant, toilets, showers and changing rooms.
It stands just up from the bank from the lake, bordered with lawn and patio areas. There can be no better place to relax and unwind, whilst enjoying the picturesque views and sunset.
Partners & Venue Recommendations
Toastmaster:
Alan M Hodge ToastMaster:
https://english-wedding.com/tag/alan-m-hodge-toastmaster/
Floristry:
The Flower Stylist:
https://www.theflowerstylist.com
Green Room Flowers by Sofia:
Flowers by Michelle (based in Warwickshire):
https://www.flowersbymichelle.info
Dj, Lighting, Dance Floors & Entertainment:
Ace Dj Entertainment:
https://www.aceentertainmentservices.co.uk
The Uk Dj:
Photography:
Sarah Vivienne Photography
Annie Evans Photography
https://www.anievansphotography.co.uk
Stationery:
PinkTash Design:
Wedding Cars:
Warkton Wedding Cars:
Deans Wedding Cars:
The Old Camper Van Company
Email: theoldcamperco@outlook.com
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Address : Unit 1, Swyell Aerodrome Business Park, Sywell, Northampton, NN6 0BN
Phone: 01604946166 | 01604210550 | 07792243392
Email: info@gemcelebrations.co.uk
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Gem Celebrations service wedding & events in Northampton and surrounding areas. Normally within a 2 hours radius (by car). Popular locations are Kettering & Milton Keynes.