Looking for Wedding Suppliers In Berkshire?
Here's what you need to know...
Here's what you need to know...
From photo booths and honeymoons, to flowers and make-up, your wedding supplier list can be a long one. Choosing your perfect supplier is a bigger task still – cue some serious Googling, Insta-stalking and the many, many Pinterest boards…
Well Berkshire couples, rejoice! We recently had the chance to chat to some top Berkshire wedding suppliers (and lovely people to boot!) during a recent gathering at Newbury Racecourse.
The Wedding Suppliers event brings together a community of local wedding creatives, and encourages Bs & Gs to buy their wedding needs locally. (We’re all for keeping trade in your town.)
After chatting with over 50 wedding obsessives, we’ve put together our pick of the undiscovered gems, award-winners, and suppliers to watch in Berkshire.
Do let us know in the comments below if we’ve missed any of your favourites!
Planning
Weddingly - Vendor Directory & Planning Service
If you don’t know where to start, Berkshire-based planning site Weddingly can hook you up with a tailored list of suppliers right away, or you can use the site to search for your own. Plus there’s an app set to launch very soon.
Photography
Photo by Chris Kemp Photography
Carol Elizabeth Photography
Carol’s work has a romantic and timeless feel - think unposed candid photos and natural portraits.
Neale James
Neale has been voted one of the UK’s top 50 wedding photographers – his beautiful, initimate documentary-style shots demonstrate why.
Chris Kemp
Named Berkshire’s top photographer in 2017, Chris’s style is all about fun, relaxed creative storytelling.
Lisa Lucas Photography
Planning a mediaeval-style wedding? As well as classic ‘I dos’, Lisa specialises in historical wedding photography.
Live Music
Image: Brightlights are a cool four piece band with killer vocals
Brightlights
Need a band that know how to throw a party? Brightlights are a stylish and vibrant party covers band with killer vocals and a fresh repertoire of music from the likes of Bruno Mars, The Beatles, Rita Ora & Kings of Leon.
The Dukes
Bags of stage presence, energy and cool, this award-winning band will not stop rocking until all your guests are on their feet. Dance offs are thoroughly encouraged!
Jamie Ledwith
As a singer, guitarist and pianist, Jamie offers a variety of options to tailor to your wedding, and even performs as a roaming musician – perfect for an outdoor reception!
Check out more Berkshire wedding bands, roaming musicians, acoustic guitarists, and wedding ceremony musicians.
Entertainment
Photo by Andrew Billington
Campervan Photobooth
We know we’re biased, but we love brilliant Alive suppliers Zoe and David, who not only provide gorgeous ice cream carts (see below…!), but also a fleet of amazing vintage campervan photobooths, and heaps of other fun and beautiful touches.
Lucy Booths
Choose from booths or magic mirrors, with a range of photobooth packages that include a roped-off red carpet area, and an external screen to display photos live.
Simon Magician
Magic Circle member Simon is best known for his engaging style of close-up magic that brings guests together – think a combination of illusion and ‘mind-magic’ that feels fresh and contemporary.
Jono Magic
Fellow Magic Circle member Jono has been performing for 15 years, with a repertoire that uses cards, coins, or ordinary impromptu items from your guests’ tables!
Charaderie
Want something different for your hen or stag party? Charaderie is the new Berkshire-based brainchild of creator Helen Saxton, and immerses you in a thrilling murder mystery with actors in character!
Food & Drink
Photo by Andrew Billington
SugarCrumb Cake Company
Relatively new on the scene but already featured in Tatler magazine, SugarCrumb founder Sharon and her team bring delicious home-baked loveliness to your cake table.
The Ice Cream Parlour
If anything is essential this summer, it’s something cold! Cue vintage-style creams and artisan ices, all served from a cute vintage trike.
MeSo Thirsty
Another name to watch, MeSo Thirsty bring cool, pop up bars to your big day. Think vintage-horse-box-conversion-meets-cocktail bar. Agwa Bomb anyone?
Fay’s Fairy Cakes
Fay’s fairy cupcake tiers are all handmade and beautifully hand decorated, and offer a popular alternative to a traditional wedding cake. Want a taste? Check Fay’s site to see if she’s coming to a wedding show near you.
Inflatable Pubs
Not just a pop up bar, this is a blow up bar! Great for farm, outdoors and festival weddings…and brilliantly bonkers.
Hair & Makeup
Photo by Andrew Billington
Louise G – Makeup By Jodie
Berkshire MUA Louise is part of the highly-rated team at Makeup By Jodie. The network of UK hair and makeup specialists has won plaudits from a host of wedding journalists and bloggers, including Vogue Brides.
Natasha King – Makeup Artist
If you’re looking for an independent MUA, Natasha King has won a five-star following for her flawless, radiant makeup that photographs perfectly and lasts all day. Boom.
Kimberley Fox - Makeup Artist
Want to feel sensational? Kimberley promises a relaxing, pampering experience that will help brides look and feel their best. Using only the best high-end makeup products, Kimberley's MO is to help your inner beauty shine.
Anabela – Hair & Makeup Designer
Anabela’s incredible CV has seen her grace many a TV & film set, including I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here, and THAT definitive version of Pride and Prejudice starring Colin Firth.
Flowers
Photo by Andrew Billington
Tarnia Williams
Her stunning bespoke floral designs are all created at Tarnia’s garden studio in rural Berkshire, and have been featured in a host of national magazines and wedding blogs.
Willow & Blooms
Nestled in Newbury’s town centre, W&B offer a free and exclusive out-of-hours consultation service, where wedding couples can discuss their requirements personally, with shop doors closed to the public.
Honeymoon
Photo by Gabriela Palai
Not Just Travel
Whether you're adventure seekers or sun worshippers, NJT’s national team of travel experts - including Berkshire’s own Jane Webb - will help you find the most amazing honeymoon at the very best price. (We're packing our cases as we type…)
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