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Little Quarme Cottages Exclusive Offer.

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Any Wedding ceremony and/or reception booked for your 2013 wedding will be charged at the 2012 price if booked and confirmed before 1st August 2012.

Please contact Mai at Little Quarme direct for a pricelist, brochure or to arrange an informal visit. And don’t forget to quote ‘Marry Me’.

www.littlequarme-cottages.co.uk
littlequarme@btconnect.com
01643 841 249

Real Weddings – Jayne & Baron

The beautiful Wedding of Jayne & Baron has been captured by the Dorset Wedding Photographer - Linus Moran @ Northover Manor, Ilchester, Somerset in July 2011

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Real Weddings - Jayne & Baron

Dorset Wedding Photographer

Port Out Starboard Home (P-O-S-H) – Hair Accessories from vintage components

Port Out Starboard Home

We handcraft glamorous hair accessories using vintage items such as brooches, earrings and necklaces. They are carefully made to be timeless and classic heirlooms of the future.

We also include raw silk, satin and velvet in some of our designs. Our extensive collection includes one off creations suitable for brides, bridesmaids, flower girls and mothers of the bride. Many of our designs are also suitable for wearing at any time when you want to add a touch of vintage sparkle and luxury to a special outfit or occasion!

Port Out Starboard Home

We offer a bespoke service and are delighted to design and make to order, perhaps using a sentimental family piece.

Please visit our website to view the collection. If you have something in mind and don’t see the exact item or colour, please contact us by telephone or email to chat about your ideas or to arrange a consultation.

We are offering a 20% discount for Marry Me customers on all stock and bespoke orders when quoting MMIS 12.

Contact details:-

T: 07703544345

E: Info@portoutstarboardhome.co.uk

W: http://www.portoutstarboardhome.co.uk

FB: http://on.fb.me/uTli09

Twitter: @posh_info

Muddifords Court Country House – launch on Friday 2 March 2012

Muddifords Court Country House

If you are looking for a wedding venue to truly make your own then Muddifords Court Country House is just the place. This venue has it all – Georgian house, Victorian barns, secluded gardens, a boathouse that overlooks an ornamental lake, a perfect little copse with secret fire pit for toasting marshmallows and relaxing.

You can get married in a gorgeous Cider Barn, boasting a minstrel’s gallery, vaulted ceilings, oak beams and a wealth of character; hold your reception in The Shippen or maybe outside in a Giant Hat Tipis. We have acres of space so the choice is yours to make this venue individual, just like you.

Muddifords Court Country House map

If you want 5 star luxury then look at our stylish Bed and Breakfast which has four ensuite bedrooms that are each exceptional as proved by being made winners last year of Channel 4’s “Four in a Bed”

Come and meet us at our launch on Friday 2 March 2012 10am – 9pm

For more information contact us on 01884 820023 visit our website at www.muddifordscourtcountryhouse.co.uk or email us at marketing@muddifordscourtcountryhouse.co.uk

Real Weddings – Sarah & Lee

Another Wedding captured by the talented Dorset Wedding Photographer – Courtenay Photographic.

Sarah & Lee @ Orestone Manor Devon.

Real Weddings - Sarah & Lee

Real Weddings - Sarah & Lee

Real Weddings - Sarah & Lee

Real Weddings - Sarah & Lee

Real Weddings - Sarah & Lee

Real Weddings - Sarah & Lee

Real Weddings - Sarah & Lee

Real Weddings - Sarah & Lee

Real Weddings - Sarah & Lee

Real Weddings - Sarah & Lee

Real Weddings - Sarah & Lee

Real Weddings - Sarah & Lee

Real Weddings - Sarah & Lee

Real Weddings - Sarah & Lee

Real Weddings - Sarah & Lee

Real Weddings - Sarah & Lee

Real Weddings - Sarah & Lee

Real Weddings - Sarah & Lee

Dorset Wedding Photographer – Courtenay Photographic.

Real Weddings – Jessica and Graham

Jessica and Graham’s fabulous Wedding at Combe House Hotel in Devon was beautifully captured by the Dorset Wedding Photographer – Courtenay Photographic.

…And look who was on the guest list!!

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Real Weddings - Jessica and Graham

Dorset Wedding Photographer – Courtenay Photographic

Hello Bygones! – Vintage & Retro Wedding Fair

Hello Bygones! - Vintage & Retro Wedding Fair

Marry Me are pleased to be organizing a Vintage & Retro Wedding Fair in conjunction with this fabulous event ‘Hello, Bygone’s’ Vintage & Retro Bash at Westlands, Yeovil on 1 April 2012 at 10am – 5pm.

This looks to be a fantastic event with lots going on, bringing you 7 hours of Vintage and Retro heaven!

As well as our Wedding Fair, the Ball Room will be showcasing vintage clothes, records, instruments, kitchenalia, jewellery, furniture, toys, cakes, sweets and loads more!

Throughout the day the stage will be host to DJ’s and fashion shows.

There will be mini craft workshops, a retro photo booth for fun pics and lots, lots more!!

Exhibitors please contact us here.

Hen Weekends @ The Lake House

Hen Weekends @ The Lake House

The Lake House, sleeping 10 is the ideal boutique Venue for your Hen celebrations.

With its contemporary design, peaceful location and use of a fabulous Hot tub what more do you need to celebrate in style with your friends.

Whether you want to cater for your selves or have top chef Le Frog Catering cook up some culinary delights at a ‘special’ price exclusively for this package – we can help!

For just £150 per person (based on 10 sharing) you can have 2 nights exclusive use of the Lake House.

This amazing offer is EXCLUSIVE to ‘Marry Me’ so please quote ‘Marry Me’ when making contact to ensure you are given this price!!

Contact details

info@thelakehousesomerset.co.uk

www.thelakehousesomerset.co.uk

01823 666297

The Manor – Open Weekend

We (Abi and Lisa aka The Chimps) were delighted to of been asked by this very classy unique Venue, The Manor to host an Open Weekend.

Upon first walking through the doors of The Manor some months ago now we both feel instantly in love with the warmth and welcome of the house and the Lord and Lady of The Manor!

Due to our rather biased relationship with The Manor we asked the gorgeous and very talented Emma Woodhouse, The Wedding Reporter to come along to write a report of the weekend and The Manor though her eyes as we felt it important to capture an independent overall view of this little treasure.

We hope you enjoy reading Emma’s blog post and if you would like a viewing of The Manor whether for your Wedding, a celebration, private hire or Company Function please do get in touch with us at info@marrymeinsomerset.co.uk and we will be happy to arrange this.

 
The Manor - Open Weekend

Imagine your guests pulling off the motorway, navigating a few minutes of winding country roads and then pulling up in front of a magnificently historical country house, made of local stone and dressed with original leaded windows and creaking old oak doors.

Imagine the look on their faces when you tell them that this place is yours, all yours, for the duration of your stay.

The Manor - Open Weekend

The Manor - Open Weekend

The Manor - Open Weekend

When The Manor threw open their doors for an open weekend, the wide-eyed wonder of guests who had stumbled off the M5 to this secluded yet convenient location was apparent the second they saw the house. Walking through the gravelled courtyard, they gratefully accepted cups of mulled spiced cider from local suppliers sourced by Marry Me, before stepping through the stone archway into the house.

The Manor - Open Weekend

The Manor - Open Weekend

The Manor - Open Weekend

The Manor - Open Weekend

The Manor - Open Weekend

The Manor is nestled at the foot of the Blackdown Hills amidst rolling Somerset countryside. The late 16th century country manor retains all of its Tudor charm but boasts the most immaculately stylish high-end finish.

The Manor - Open Weekend

The Manor - Open Weekend

The Manor - Open Weekend

Privately owned, The Manor is not your average wedding venue. Indeed, the owners have worked hard to create an environment where you and your guests will want to stay, play and party for the duration of your visit. There are no set packages; quotes are tailored around your requirements, making this the most personal hospitality experience you can imagine.

In the grandly oak panelled medieval banquet hall, an enormous table had been laid out fit for the most stylish of banquets. Brides-to-be, barely able to contain their rapidly developing devotion, circled the table, running their hands over the carved wooden chairs and marvelling at the giant inglenook fireplace.

The Manor - Open Weekend

The Manor - Open Weekend

Accompanying guests wandered through the labyrinth of rooms, falling in love with the cosy Drawing Room and beginning to feel at home in the lounge. Visitors stopped in the hallway to marvel at stained glass, peek around doors and run their fingers over the historical fabric of the house.

The sound of cooing and joyous exclamation could be heard floating down the winding staircase as visitors explored the bedrooms overhead. Each of the 11 rooms created more expostulations with their own individual styling and decoration. A variety of suites and private bathrooms with individual features filled the air with the sound of excited brides imagining which of their guests they would allocate to each room.

The sweet smell of a hog roast pervaded the house, inviting guests at the open weekend to descend the back stairs down to the scullery. Following the scent of pork baps, groups began to congregate in the large country style kitchen whilst chatting to the lord and lady of the manor over their snacks. A local wine merchant happily distributed his wares to keep guests topped up and warmed up with the rich liquid.

The Manor - Open Weekend

The Manor - Open Weekend

The Manor - Open Weekend

The Manor - Open Weekend

The Manor - Open Weekend

Further exploration allowed visitors to discover the games room and sauna, tucked away in the north wing of the house. Spilling out into the seven acres of grounds, gaggles of guests roamed the pristine gardens, discovering a swimming pool, Koi pond, croquet lawn, courtyard and a small lake on their adventure.

By the time visitors were slipping back into their cars, a hole in the shape of The Manor had been carved into their hearts. The thought of having 24 of their closest friends and family around them in the run of the house alongside a team of Michelin-star chefs if they decided not to cater for themselves was almost too much to bear.

The Manor - Open Weekend

Having seen that The Manor could offer the best of the best, potential brides would now be thinking twice about bland hotels and uncompromising packages. This unassuming open day had provided many couples with the perfect place in which to celebrate their future, surrounded by so much history.

Huge Chimp THANKS to the following for helping to look after our guests over the Weekend!!

Cider Pig and Couple of Mugs for welcoming our guests with samples of their fine refreshments, Le Frog Catering for the simply scrumptious Canapes, Quantock Wines for the lovely prosecco and fine wines, Peppercorns Deli for the wonderful display and samples of delicious cheeses, olives, pickles, oil and more.

Also thanks to our very talented entertainment over the weekend Neil Reed and the amazing Dixie Belles!!!

Not forgetting big thanks to our Member Martin Pemberton Photography for documenting the event for us with these fabulous images!

The Devon Tweetup!

Our second ‘Tweet Up’ was held at the famous River Cottage HQ one of the most quirky and understated Venues in Devon …

Tractor and trailers were laid on to transport our Twitter guests from the top car park down to the farm on a rough laden track which all added to the instant charm of the place. Arriving in the valley our guests followed a path of tea-lights and were greeted by ourselves and the smiley River Cottage team in the beautifully decorated Yurt with a welcoming glass of Elderberry Fizz and Apple juice, with the fire burning and more of our fellow tweeps arriving, the hum of excited chatter filled the air. Everyone was so excited with not only the ride down to River Cottage but also with the warm ambiance of this rustic yet beautiful setting!

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

Once the enchanting yurt had filled, the fabulous RC team gave a very warm welcome and led the tweeps into the Barn ready for the next group to arrive. After the last of the arrivals everyone united in the barn where a consistent flow of scrumptious canapes were served with background music from Howling at the Moon who have their very own twist on folk music!! (A must to go and see).

The Barn is the main focus of River Cottage and is where all the activity of their events happen, the Tweet up evening was no exception. The building lends itself to a very laid-back atmosphere where many Twitter friendships were forming. We once again welcomed everyone and RC gave a brief talk on what they are all about and their general ethos – to be a ‘more than profit’ organisation.

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

During the evening groups were taken over to the main cottage where ‘Hugh’ presents his famous TV program, everyone of the Tweeps returning with big grins on their faces after having a glimpse of where Hugh’s delicious creations are made.

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

The prize draw was once again a hit with the infamous ‘Marry Me’ milk churn used to collect everyone’s business cards. Thank you to RC for donating some wonderful prizes including a fabulous dinner experience for two to signed Cook Books.

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

The evening seemed to go so quickly and many not wanting to leave but the tractor was geared up and ready to take the Tweeps back to the top of the valley and to give them a last landscape view of RC in the pitch black!! It was a fantastic evening enjoyed thoroughly by all.

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

The Devon Tweetup!

We would like to express huge thanks to the whole team at River Cottage for their hard work and warm welcome as well as Norsworthy Photography for kindly documenting the evening for us and capturing all these wonderful photos on our blog post. Also big thanks to the fantastic Howling at the Moon for entertaining us and our Twitter guests and to the lovely Lizzie from Wedding Yurts for bringing along some of her Raw Chocolates for all to try which were a massive hit!

And finally Thank you so much to all of our wonderful Twitter friends for coming along to the Devon Tweetup and making this special evening such a great success!!

We will be back for our Biggest Tweetup yet……….. covering The South West!

Chimp love

Abi & Lisa xx