Blenheim Photography Links and Affiliates
Not quite raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens, but still these ARE a few of our favourite things...... all of our links are to people and companies that we've used ourselves or worked with and can highly recommend - so if you contact them, feel free to tell 'em we sent you!
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Boudoir Photography - the ideal wedding day gift for your spouse
Wedding & Event Planners - relax and let someone else do the hard work
Wedding Venues - our favourite wedding venues
Florists - say it with flowers
Wedding Jewellery- add a bit of sparkle
Wedding Cars - vroom vroom !
Wedding Dresses & Formal Menswear - both of you dressed to perfection!
Hair & Beauty - look fabulous on your special day
Wedding and Celebration Cakes - ditch the diet for that special occasion
Videographers - be a movie star for a day
Wedding Stationery & Favours - those finishing touches
Evening Entertainment Ideas - from Discos and Bands to themed evenings
Toastmasters - give your special day that touch of class !
Hen & Stag Party Services - enjoy your last night of freedom with style
Other Services
Boudoir Photography
The perfect gift for the one you love.
Your experience begins the minute you walk through the door with your champagne reception, and for the next few hours you will be immersed in an atmosphere of beauty, glamour and fun, resulting in a gallery of images showing you at your very best.
Wedding & Event Planners
Planned for Perfection is
a Prestigious Wedding & Events Management Company based in
Gloucestershire & The Cotswolds whose
ultimate aim is to ensure that your
wedding day is exactly what it should be …… perfect.
Contact Jane Riddell on 07917 273180 / 01452 302797 or by email jane@plannedforperfection.co.uk
Our aim is to make you feel relaxed, in control and happy about your forthcoming wedding.
Whether you need Full Wedding Planning, Reception Decoration Planning, Marquee Wedding Planning or On-The-Day Wedding Management, Ellis at Walby Weddings can find something to suite your needs, however large or small.
Take a look at Ellis's website for more information !
Finesse Planning, run by Ruth Hunter, is renowned for its professional, friendly and creative services.
With over 10 years experience within the Weddings and Events industry Ruth is able to provide her clients with a wealth of knowledge, support and advice. Whether you are in Cheltenham, Cardiff, anywhere in the UK or oversees, Ruth is able to help ensure your planning is stress free and enjoyable as well as having the most beautiful wedding day possible.
Whether you require full planning or just an hourly consultation, you will find a service to suit your needs and budget.
Take a look at Ruth's website to see how you can add a little 'Finesse' to your special day.
“I give you my personal guarantee that we will work hard to provide you with the greatest party or event possible. We believe that ultimately nothing is impossible. If we can make our guests smile, and do everything possible to take their guest’s breath then we know we have done our job”
Tony, Groovy Events
Another company that we have worked with extensively and can highly recommend - contact Tony and now by clicking HERE to email him or clicking HERE to go to his website.
Wedding Venues
Deer Park Hall is a Cotswold country house wedding venue on the Worcestershire Gloucestershire border. Located in the centre of the country it is an ideal destination wedding venue.
Licensed for civil wedding ceremonies of up to 150 guests, it can comfortably cater for up to 150 guests dining.
We have been lucky enough to work at this venue this year and can vouch for how amazing it is !
Click HERE to go to the Deer Park's website
Hatherley Manor specialises in weddings and prides itself on its superb reputation. Its idyllic setting, first class service, attention to details and excellent cuisine make it the ideal venue in which to celebrate your precious day.
As we are lucky enough to be on the Hatherley Manor's "Wedding Partners" list, couples booking their reception at the Hatherley Manor automatically get a 10% discount on all our wedding services*.
Click HERE to go to the Hatherley Manor's website
The Greenway is an idyllic venue for any wedding reception. Their reputation for fine food and outstanding service in such wonderful surroundings ensure that you will have a truly memorable wedding day. With the help and support of the hotels designated Wedding Planner your day will be perfectly orchestrated.
The Greenway is one of our favourites venues - beautiful location, fantastic staff and a wedding planning service that is second to none - contact them today to discuss your wedding.
Click HERE to go to their website
Romantics are invited to make the most important commitment of their lives at Cotswolds88hotel. With a full licence for civil services, couples can share their day with up to 100 special friends and family. The serene surroundings and panoramic views provide the perfect backdrop. Your personal wedding co-ordinator will create a bespoke wedding... every detail tailored to you.
The whole hotel is available for private hire. With all event space and all bedrooms available for your convenience you can accommodate a meeting, private dinner or cocktail reception for up to 100 guests Click HERE or on the logo to go to the Cotswolds88 website.
Bowden Hall, a Grade II listed Georgian mansion set in twelve acres of parklands, is the perfect setting for your Gloucestershire country house wedding.
The bride and groom get VIP treatment all the way, complimentary menu tasting, complimentary bedroom and your first glass of champagne together as man and wife is on the house- and you’re invited back to enjoy your first anniversary dinner too.
The Bowden Hall is another one of our favourite wedding venues - this gorgeous hotel delivers great style and great value, offering you grand savings for your grand day, without scrimping on the red carpet treatment. Click HERE to go to the Bowden Hall website
You'll discover a warm welcome awaits you and your guests at this mellow Cotswold stone country hotel, set in beautiful well-tended grounds.
The hotel enjoys an enviable reputation for high quality food and friendly, professional service.
Depending on the style of celebration, the hotel can cater for wedding receptions for up to 150 guests, using the Westonbirt Room and the Beaufort Restaurant.
Here at Blenheim Photography we have worked with the Hare & Hounds Event Planner, Penny Smith, on numerous occasions and can highly recommend both her and this beautiful hotel as a wedding venue.
Click HERE to go to the Hare & Hounds website
Florists
Ok, we admit it - we're a bit biased when it comes to florists as we are lucky enough to work closely with Jan from Daisy Chain Florists in Quedgley. Jan provides us with all the beautiful floral displays at our studio, and her wedding flowers are second to none.
Jan offers a generous 10% discount to all Blenheim Photography customers too so speak to her today for a quote - 01452 886511 or click HERE to visit her website !
Wedding Jewellery
Wedding Cars
As with all our favourite people, All Occasions Car Hire are a company we have worked with and can highly recommend - as well as having beautiful cars, Karen and Nick are lovely people themselves and a pleasure to do business with. This is what they have to say about themselves:
"Our company is built on the principles of making your wedding day extra special. We go the extra mile to ensure you have a memorable day. Our fully tailored service is designed to meet all your requirments. We pride ourselves on listening to the customer. Our unique service will enable you to choose exactly the style you want." Contact them today - you won't be disappointed - click HERE to go to the website
Wedding Dresses & Formal Menswear
At Beau's & Balls Menswear Hire in Gloucester, Pam knowa how important it is to pick the right suit for the big occasion. Whether it's for a wedding or a black tie ball, she stocks the suits that will make you look and feel the part. Pam is an experienced menswear hire expert and is happy to help you choose the suit that really suits. She is dedicated to making you feel special. After all, part of 'carrying off' a sharp suit is in feeling comfortable wearing it.
Click HERE to go to the website
Established now for 20 years, Linda is the official Gloucester stockists for Bridal Gowns by: Danielle Lara, Mark Lesley, Marylise, Bonny, Madeline Gardner New York, Venus Bridal, White Rose and Mark Lesley Couture Bride.
In 2010 Linda won the coveted "Best Bridal Retailer of 2010" award from Wedding Ideas magazine - go to her website HERE to see how she can help you choose the perfect dress from her beautiful collection.
Unique, Handmade and Individually designed Bridal wear with you in mind. Your dream dress at your finger tips.
Contact the talented Selinna Simms-Juke today to find out how you too can have the dress of your dreams for your big day - click HERE to go to her website.
Your vision, made to order, with experience and inspiration.
When you go to Caroline's studio in Surrey for a consultation or fitting, you'll find a warm welcome in a relaxed environment. Wildacre is in a calm, secluded setting at the end of a lane, surrounded by woods.
Caroline makes and fits all Couture Bridal Gowns and alterations personally, with great care and attention to detail. She has a very experienced team with whom she has worked for several years, making her Collections for Brides and Bridesmaids. A great deal of her business comes from previous brides' recommendations, and you'll see her work in progress when you visit the studio.
Caroline's beautiful collections can be viewed on her website HERE
Again, we're biased when it comes to lingerie and wedding dresses - Lindsay and Lee from Angels Carrying Savage Weapons create the most beautiful made-to-measure corsets and wedding dresses we have ever seen - totally unique and each one hand made and cut from their own patterns. A few of the female members of our team have been customers of "Angels..." and we can vouch first-hand for the pure quality and utter gorgeousness (is there such a word?) of their clothing.
Check out their website by clicking HERE and transport yourself back to that glamourous time from the forties and fifties when real women had curves and were sensual and beautiful.
Hair & Beauty
We are lucky enough to be able to use Sanchia Finlay’s make-up services at our studio and for many of our wedding bookings, but as a freelance make up artist she is also available for you to book directly for your wedding or event. Sanchia is a Mac Pro member and a Member of the Guild of Beauty Therapists and in Summer 2007 most recently qualified as an airbrush make up artist at the Media Make Up Training
Another make up artist we have worked with in 2010 and can highly recommend - check out Ann-May's website HERE for details of her prices and services !
As a bridal wedding hair specialist Merin Teague has extensive knowledge of wedding hair styling.
We have worked with Merin professionally at weddings we can wholeheartedly recommend her for your special day.
Click HERE or on the logo to go to Merin's website
Wedding & Celebration Cakes
Bee and Xavier are leaders in their fields, and have worked in some of the more exclusive parts of the cake making industry. It is the combination of this experience and knowledge, which spans more than 20 years, along with their passion for cakes, that allows Contemporary Cake Designs to provide an unmatched premier service. Based in Cheltenham they also deliver to Gloucester, Bristol, Bath, The Midlands and the Cotswolds. See some of their fantastic creations HERE
Pia and the Vanilla Pod Bakery team create delicious boutique bakery treats for people who want more than just a cake.... Pia's fantastic cupcakes are perfect for any occasion - weddings, birthdays or just when you want to spoil yourself......
Check out Pia's website today by clicking HERE
Scrumptious Cakes, based in the Royal Forest Of Dean, is a specialist cake company that produces wonderfully decorated home-made celebration cakes.
Jan has been a personal customer of Gail's and doesn't recommend anyone else to her customers - Gail's cakes are simply fabulous !
Videographers
The team at Adam Huckle Films aren't the "usual videographers", they are two young, talented guys who will professionally shoot your day as it naturally happens - no forced smiles! They are devoted to providing you with the best service and value for money - check out their website today by clicking HERE
The guys at Adam Huckle Films came on VERY high recommendation from one of our most trusted wedding planners - Jane from Planned For Perfection - and we are delighted to be working alongside these guys on some of our 2009 weddings .
Wedding Stationery & Favours
Invitable, the contemporary invitation & stationery designers.
We understand that making the right first impression counts, and that when your guests receive your invitation, this will be the first glimpse into your big day. Well, that’s where we come in.
We specialise in the design of modern, yet affordable wedding invitations & stationery. With a key focus on individuality, we aim to provide you with a personalised design to compliment your very own style.
Click HERE to go to website
Evening Entertaimment Ideas
scarlett are a professional band available to provide music for your event. They play a wide selection of music from the last 5 decades and can cover particular song needs if required. Their typical set consists of two parts each lasting approximately 1 hour but they can change this again at your request. Their availability is always worth checking, even for last minute arrangements, as it is typical for dates to move and change allowing them to fit shows in at short notice on occasion.
We have worked with scarlett on many occasions and can't recommend Sarah and the band highly enough - in fact we have been using their cd as background music in the studio ! Click HERE or on the logo to go to their webite and listen to sound clips from one of their sets..
Chocolate Fountains are the most delicious way to add a real wow factor to your next event, From parties to product launches, weddings to corporate events; with friends, colleagues or customers..... you're getting a stunning centrepiece that looks as good as it tastes. Visit our website to see how we can make your event special. Click HERE or on the logo to go to our website.
Hen & Stag Party Services
Last night of freedom? Maybe a special birthday night out? Whatever the occasion, the team at No 30 can sort it for you. Special packages include hotel accomodation, activities and transport to and from hotels - let No 30 take the strain out of organising your event and save some money into the bargain!
Here at Blenheim Photography we have used No 30's services recently to organise a party night out and we were totally bowled over not only by the friendly and efficient service but also by the quote ! No 30 secured us the most fantastic discounts on hotel accomodation that no-one else came near to beating - we would recommend them for your event every time! Click HERE to view their website.
Looking for clubwear or fancy dress for your hen party night out? Look no further - Clubwear Nation are a UK company specialising in supplying high quality clubwear, dresses, costumes and clothing. They're a small team that have reduced their overheads with the sole purpose of passing these savings on to you, the customer - check out their website by clicking the logo or clicking HERE.
Another fantastic company that members of the BP team have used and can highly recommend - check them out and tell them we sent you !
Other Services
The Links Card
The Links Card – Wedding Discount Card for Gloucestershire – Helping you to save money, time and raise money for charity.
We are part of the Links Card scheme and all Links Cardholders receive a free 8" by 6" extra album (worth £125) when booking an album package with us.
At 3rd Floor every level of your corporate identity can be developed. We provide our clients with a unique range of design services from brand development through to business literature and website creation. Together, our passion for design and your unique business ideas will in turn create a truly dynamic brand.
Corporate Branding / Product Brochures / Corporate Brochures / Packaging Design / P.O.S. Literature
Website Creation / Advertising / Corporate Literature / Direct Mail / Exhibition Display Design
Contact Us: 01452 305948 or info@thirdfloordesign.co.uk
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Business Class IMAGE was set up by founder Sarah Cook and has worked in the image industry since 2004. Sarah is an image consultant. If you are interested in looking good and feeling great about yourself, then you have come to the right place. Wearing the colours and styles which suit your own colouring, body shape and personality will make you realise just how many assets you really have and your confidence will grow at the same time. Some of the services available: Personal Colours, Style, Wardrobe and Fashion Trends. It could cost less than having your hair done!
Here at Blenheim Photography we have worked closely with Sarah and can highly recommend her services - call her today !.
Contact Sarah at www.businessclassimage.co.uk