How did you meet?

We met on Tinder in January 2015. We matched, started chatting and met about 5 days later. Our first date was dinner and a drink at the Hilton rooftop bar.

As cheesy as it sounds, it was love at first swipe!

 

Why did you choose to host your wedding day here at Millbridge Court?

We weren’t rushing into wedding planning, but after our engagement, Reena’s Mum kept sending venue suggestions. This actually prompted us to start looking for a venue!

Reena came across Millbridge Court on Instagram. She spotted a photo showcasing the tall, contemporary windows — it immediately caught her eye, so she reached out and booked a viewing.

At the viewing, we were blown away! Millbridge Court was stunning, spacious, and had a calm, welcoming energy. As we were hosting a dual ceremony wedding with over 130 guests, we wanted plenty of space — the layout was perfectly suited for our big day.

We used the Ceremony Room for the civil ceremony and the Arbour for the Hindu ceremony. In the evening, we used the two main rooms — one for the dancefloor and bar, and the other for the roulette table, 360 booth, and selfie station. We also had children attend our wedding, so having a dedicated space for a creche area, along with the generous green spaces, made it safe and fun for kids.

Millbridge Court matched our vision for the ideal wedding venue. We knew it was perfect for us — and our guests loved it too. One guest told us that each event of the day felt like a brand new space, which enhanced their experience and made the day enjoyable.

 

Tell us more about your suppliers and why you chose them?

We wanted suppliers who understood our vision and could be trusted to bring it to life. We booked most of our suppliers around two years before our wedding day, and each one impressed us with their quality of work and professionalism.

The design of our wedding was really important to us, and our wedding planner, Jessica, truly understood our vision and helped bring it to life — shout out to Style It Events!

Personal Touch Events managed the entertainment and MC’d the day — we had DJ Kramar, Alain Ramanisum, and Ivan Antalika, all famous performers in the Mauritian community! The guests loved this aspect of the wedding, and we were so pleased we could bring this culture and energy to our day.

Here’s a list of some of our other wonderful suppliers:

• Cake: Sweet Hollywood
• Photographer: Photos by Abhi
• Bride’s Makeup Artist: Manisha Makeup Artist
• Videographer: Samuel George Films
• Florals: Forest and the Flowers
• Petals: Rose Petal Shop
• Wedding Favours: Celine’s Homemade Bakes
• Hindu Bridal & Groom Outfits: Estie Couture
• Wedding furniture and props: The Little Wedding Warehouse
• Creche: The Wedding Creche
• Roulette table: My Gaming Table
• 360 Video Booth: Ace 360 Booth

We’re so grateful to each of our suppliers for playing such a big role in making our wedding day so special. Thank you! 

 

What was the favourite part of your wedding journey?

Reena:
I loved all the moments when we reached a key milestone, such as finalising the menus, selecting the wine, designing the signage, receiving the confetti petals, and seeing our outfits for the first time. All of these moments were exciting — we could see our vision taking shape, and each felt like a win! I also loved ticking things off the list; it gave me such a dopamine hit!

Fredy:
For me, the best part was knowing the end destination — that at the end of it all, Reena would be my wife. I also loved seeing the wedding come together. It built up my excitement and made the journey even more special.

 

 Did your vision for the wedding change over the planning process?

The final design was quite close to our vision!

We spent a lot of time researching ideas, pinning inspiration, and getting really clear on what we both liked. We had a good idea of what we wanted in terms of style, colour palette, entertainment, and the overall mood.

We wanted our wedding to feel modern, while still retaining some classic and natural undertones. We also wanted a chic and impactful look — without being too quirky or gimmicky — so striking a balance was important to us, and we knew we needed professional help!

That’s where our amazing wedding planner, Jessica from Style It Events, came in. We had a strong starting point with a detailed mood board, but it was Jessica who truly brought it to life. She refined our ideas, elevated the design, and created a cohesive look that felt even more polished and luxurious than we had first imagined.

Reena:
I’ll be honest — shaping the overall vision was one of the biggest challenges for me. Having someone like Jessica, who could take our initial concepts and translate them into a cohesive, high-end design, made all the difference. Her expertise really helped turn our dream into reality.

 

Tell us something that we wouldn’t know about your day from the pictures.

Reena:
The day of our wedding was the last time I got to celebrate such a big moment with my Dad by my side. He passed away in January 2025, so I will forever be grateful that he was there to walk me down the aisle. One special moment was after the civil ceremony when Fredy and I sat down for pictures. I looked over and saw my dad with the biggest, proudest smile on his face. I had to turn away to hold back tears. I won’t forget that.

Another special moment for me was seeing Fredy at the Civil ceremony for the first time. The morning was chaotic but the second I walked down the aisle and saw Fredy’s smile, all the stress melted away and a wave of calm came over me. That was the moment I decided to just let go and enjoy every second.

Fredy:
I’ll be honest — my back was aching all day! But my biggest worry was how my nerves would play out. I kept thinking, “Will I walk okay? Will I be able to repeat after the registrar without stumbling? And what if I don’t smile properly for the photos?”

At the Hindu ceremony, when I saw Reena walking toward the stage, I got a little tearful — seeing my wifey coming down to meet me was such a memorable moment. I was so happy. I don’t think anyone noticed — maybe just one person!

 

 What inspired your day?

We saw our wedding as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create a day that expressed who we were as a couple. Our inspiration was driven by a mix of our cultures, personalities, and personal taste — we just wanted it to take advantage of tailoring each small detail into something that meant something to us. For example:

The colour scheme and design reflected our taste and creative vision, as well as the tone and mood we wanted to express on the day.

Our wedding favours were shortbread biscuits (Fredy’s favourite), designed like the love heart sweets (Reena’s idea). We tried several bakers and landed on a custom order, handcrafted by Celine’s Homemade Bakes — her work is excellent!

We included a cocktail service with our favourite cocktails — Passion Fruit Martini (Reena’s favourite) and Mojito (Fredy’s favourite) — shout out to Kalm Kitchen!

My Gaming Table ran the roulette table for the evening entertainment, and the fun money featured a quote by Paulo Coelho — one of our favourite books is The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho.

The list goes on!

While our wedding was a reflection of us, our family and friends inspired the day overall. So many of our loved ones travelled from different countries to be there, and we wanted to make sure everyone had an unforgettable experience. From a kiddie snack box for the little ones to offering three meal options, every decision we made had them in mind. We brought in famous Mauritian artists like Alain Ramanisum and Ivan Antalika to perform, thanks to Personal Touch Events. We were determined to give our guests an epic day!

 

 Were there any family traditions that featured in your day?

It was really important to us to weave our cultures into the day in a way that felt natural and personal. Reena is Mauritian and Fredy is from Martinique, so we made sure both our backgrounds were celebrated throughout the wedding.

For the food, we gave a nod to Martinique by serving a starter inspired by Accras — delicious traditional fritters that are a staple in Caribbean cuisine. For the entertainment, we wanted to bring the vibrant energy of Mauritius to life, so we had traditional Mauritian music performed by incredible artists, thanks to Personal Touch Events, who also set us up with the brilliant DJ Kramar.

We also added smaller, meaningful touches throughout the day. Fredy’s reception outfit, for example, featured Madras — a traditional fabric from Martinique. What made it even more special was that the material came from his grandmother, who had passed away earlier in the year. Incorporating her fabric into his outfit was a beautiful way to have her with us.

The Hindu wedding ceremony celebrated Reena’s Mauritian-Hindu roots. We were happy that we could host a dual ceremony and include the Hindu wedding as part of one big day.

 

Are there any memorable anecdotes from the day you could share?

There were so many little moments that made the day unforgettable!

Before the civil ceremony, Reena had a quick session with the photographer and videographer. However, after the shoot, she realised parts of her wedding dress train were covered in dirt! The wedding planner, Jessica, and makeup artist, Manisha, worked their magic to clean it just in time for her to walk down the aisle.

For Fredy’s entrance at the Hindu ceremony, he was meant to arrive dancing with his family, led by music and celebration. But in true fashion, he ended up having to hurry his mum along because she was taking her time soaking up the moment — it was such a funny moment.

After the Hindu ceremony, we served cocktails to keep the celebrations flowing — and let’s just say our guests loved them a little too much! The Passion Fruit Martinis and Mojitos were such a hit that by the time we moved into the next part of the day, the energy was on another level (and the dance floor was already buzzing early on!).

 

Any words of wisdom for future couples?

Hire a coordinator:
If you’re having a dual ceremony, it will be a packed day, so hire a coordinator (who isn’t also setting up the event) to keep your wedding schedule on track.

Budget for the unexpected:
Set aside at least 10% of your budget as a contingency fund — unexpected costs are likely to pop up!

Be ready for your fitting:
If you’re getting custom outfits, aim to reach your fitness goals three months before the big day. Your final fitting is likely to take place about three months before, and it can be very difficult for the designer to make last-minute adjustments.

Enjoy it!
It’s your one chance to create a truly magical day with the person you love, so soak up every moment together!

Get a keepsake video:
Our wedding planner team, Style It Events, gave us a 10-minute video of the day. It captured the whole vibe of the day, from the small wedding details to our guests. It was a priceless keepsake — thank you, Style It Events!

 

Scroll below to see some images from their beautiful day.

 

Are you still looking for your dream wedding venue?

Here at Millbridge Court, we have excitingly released our late availability rates for our last remaining dates between April and July 2025, including reductions to our venue hire rates and extended stays.

We are delighted to confirm we currently have the following dates available;

* Saturday 12th April 2025

* Saturday 10th May 2025 (two-night takeover option available with arrival on Friday 9th May)

* Bank Holiday Sunday 25th May 2025

* Saturday 14th June 2025 (two-night takeover option available with arrival on Friday 13th June)

* Saturday 28th June 2025

* Saturday 12th July 2025

With full exclusive use to the venue from 4PM along with 7 boutique bedrooms in the main house, our two-night takeover option is a wonderful way for you settle in and relax ahead of your big day!

You’ll have access to the halls meaning set up and decoration placement can begin, as well as allowing your suppliers to arrive from an earlier time on the morning of your wedding day.  In addition, the lounge bar will be open whilst you make yourselves at home, ahead of you either having dinner with us here at Millbridge Court, or before you head out to a local pub or restaurant to enjoy the early celebrations.

Should this be something you wish to explore further, please do get in contact the team on team@millbridgecourt.co.uk

 

 

Frankie plans all our weddings here at Millbridge Court so we wanted to sit down with her ahead of the upcoming wedding season and find out all about her and what she loves most about planning your special days!

What is your role?

I plan all of our lovely Millbridge Court Weddings, from introductory calls to tasting evenings to final planning sessions. I take our couples from first booking to their big day. I am here to answer any questions, help make planning decisions and handover all the important details to our operations team on the day.

What drew you to wanting to work in the wedding planning industry?

I have always loved the idea of working in events, seeing how they go from an idea to how it is executed on the day, and all the moving part. The opportunity came up to work at Kalm Kitchen, and it perfectly fit with what I wanted in a job. I get to work with amazing people, on such exciting occasions. Behind the scenes, I put my planning mind to use, and create the detail that goes into each and every event. I am an organiser through and through!

What do you love the most about helping our couples plan their wedding day?

I love working with people, and working with people on such a joyous and exciting event makes it all the better! Watching the excitement a couple have when planning their day through to their satisfaction when all their hard work starts to come together.

What is your favourite part of a wedding day?

This is such a tough one because there are so many wonderful parts of a wedding! I think the most amazing thing to see is when a couple have walked back down the aisle and are taking a moment and looking at each other like ‘we just got married!’. After so much hard work and build up there is such a release of emotion, and there is so much more excitement to follow.

 

Kit Myers Photography

Favourite station of Kalm Kitchen’s?

Our new taco station is amazing- the styling looks so fab and the tacos are delicious.

Do you have any top tips for our couples who are at the start of their wedding planning journey?

Of course!

* Have a wedding email that you always check! You are going to get bombarded by information and questions from suppliers so having it all in one place will help you get organised
* Remember the day is yours, of course you want your lo

ved one to have an amazing time, but it is most important that you have an amazing time
* No question is silly- you don’t plan a wedding everyday but we do!
* Everything takes longer than you think on the day, we can help you make a timeline that will be doable so you are not stressing about time on the day.
* Have fun with it! It can be such a daunting task planning a wedding- there is so much that goes into it. Make sure you take time to enjoy the process.

 

Jonny MP

 

And finally, if you could create your dream Kalm Kitchen wedding menu, what would it be?

Canapés
Sticky pork belly skewers with crispy onions and lightly pickled cucumber ribbons
Tempura Violetto artichoke with saffron aioli
Butternut squash beignet with caramelised mustard seeds and coriander yoghurt
Moussaka – pasta crisp with aubergine red pepper and potato ratatouille, soubise sauce, sheeze crisp
Smoked Salmon cream cheese and salmon roe on horseradish blini
Croissant truffle pudding with black garlic emulsion

Starter
Salmon mi cuit with chive emulsion, cucumber chutney, puffed capers, tempura scraps and egg yolk

Main
Asian glazed belly of pork with pickled shitake, daikon fondant, ginger crumb carrot, red apple sauce and lemon grass jus

Dessert
Slice at the table Rocky road brownie with marshmallows, meringue and candy floss

 

Carrie Lavers Photography

 

 

Whatever time of year you choose to host your wedding day with us here at Millbridge Court, both the venue and grounds lend themselves to the seasons perfectly.  Whether it be a glass of Aperol on the lawn in the summer sun, a candle lit winter wedding breakfast, or a picturesque golden hour!

With the clocks changing this weekend and the British Summer time right around the corner, we wanted to showcase just how beautiful the venue could be on your wedding day, regardless of season, to give you a little bit of inspiration!

Wishing you a very happy Easter!

Spring

T – Mariell Lind Hansen; B – Photos from Sophie

 

TL – The Springles; TR – Chloe Martin Photography; B – Matthew Lawrence

 

T – Catherine Carter Weddings; BL – Pierre Goff Photography; BR – Jasmine Andrews Photography

 

VLA Photography 

 

Summer

T – Sophie Duckworth Photography; BL – Charlotte Stoneham Photography; BR – The Springles

 

TL & B – Kit Myers Photography; TR – Jonny MP

 

T – Kit Myers Photography; B – Kerry Ann Duffy

 

TL – Jonny MP; TR – Catherine Carter Weddings; B – Sarah Legge Photography

 

Autumn

T – The Springles; BL – Story Box Films; BR – Kit Myers Photography

 

L – Mariell Lind Hansen; TL – Jonny MP; BR – The Springles

 

Kit Myers Photography

 

L – Holly Rose Weddings; R – The Springles

Winter

T – Jessica Bevan Photography; BL – Eloise and Mitch; BR – Frankee Victoria

 

L – Kit Myers Photography; R – Eloise and Mitch

 

TL & BL – Kit Myers Photography; R – Fresh Shoot Studios

 

T – Fresh Shoot Studios; B – Jonny MP

 

Jessica Bevan Photography

 

 

 

Valentine’s day commemorates the season of love; what better way to celebrate than to reminisce with some of our gorgeous couples who truly felt the love on their wedding day.

Grab a cup of tea and join us as we wander back to some of those magical moments. No two weddings are the same at Millbridge Court, just as no two couples are the same, but the memories and joy will forever align.

From all of us at Millbridge Court, we hope you feel the love this Valentine’s Day, in whatever shape or form that may be.

 

T – VLA, L – Alice Cunliffe Photography, R – The Springles

S & M – Married at Millbridge December 2023

We held our wedding at Millbridge Court just before Christmas, and the team could not have been more accommodating, helpful, and generally wonderful from start to finish. It’s a beautiful venue and the team are genuinely so invested in you having the best day. Huge thank you to the Millbridge team for everything!

L –  Carrie Lavers, TR – Jonny MP, BR – Catherine Carter Weddings

N & A – Married at Millbridge September 2023

We recently married at Millbridge and in the words of every single guest – the best wedding they’d ever been to!

It’s easy to be biased at your own wedding but the team at Millbridge Court made everything run so smoothly. Their professionalism is second to none and they were so friendly and informative throughout the whole process from our first viewing to even the day after when I thought I’d lost my wedding shoes! I really couldn’t relate to anyone who said they were stressed during the planning phase because Millbridge had it so in hand, and the members area of the website made our lives so easy – even down to choosing suppliers like make-up artists and DJs.

The venue itself lends itself so beautifully to indoor or outdoor weddings and we got to enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Arbour for our confetti toss despite having an indoor ceremony. We loved the close knit feel of Millbridge, even down to having our closest friends and family stay at Millbridge and breakfast the morning after, which was such a nice touch to be able to catch up and talk about everyone’s favourite moments of the day (and drink lots and lots of coffee).

I cannot thank Shelby, Chloe, Hayley, Caroline and all of the other wonderful members of staff who made our day so perfect enough for their hard work.

Whilst I could ramble on forever about how perfect our wedding day was, I’ll stop here but if you’re looking for a venue, Millbridge is the one.

L – Kit Myers, R- The Soul of my Lens

R & E – Married at Millbridge August 2023

WOW! We had the most incredible wedding day at Millbridge Court and cannot fault the staff throughout our planning process and on the day. Everyone was so friendly, helpful, and made sure that we didn’t have to lift a finger on the actual day – they made us feel so calm. The food was incredible (thank you Kalm Kitchen!!) and our suppliers were fantastic. Although they do this daily, we felt so special and like we were the only wedding that week. Everything was so personal, and they thought about every little finishing touch. Without a doubt the best day of our lives!

T – Alice Cunliffe, B – Frankee Victoria

I & D – Married at Millbridge August 2023

Having our wedding at Millbridge Court was the best decision ever!! All our guests were full of compliments about how beautiful the venue was and how smoothly the day ran. Throughout the planning of our wedding, they were always really helpful and quick at responding. On the day and the morning after they were so kind, supportive and helpful. Thank you!

T – VLA, BL – Catherine Carter Weddings, BR – Kit Myers

C & B – Married at Millbridge June 2023

Millbridge Court was actually the first venue we looked at and we fell in love with it instantly. From the gorgeous green outside space to the wonderful bridal loft, it feels like you’re stepping into a gorgeous warm welcoming country home. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how beautiful this venue was and how it perfectly complimented us as a couple. The pictures speak for themselves!

The Millbridge team are incredibly attentive and helpful, even though they are communicating with hundreds of couples they made us feel so special and as if we had their undivided attention at all times – all the way from the open day through to our wedding day. Same goes for their caterers Kalm Kitchen – their food is as beautiful as it is delicious, and they helped us so much through all the selection processes and overall set up of our special day.

We can’t thank the Millbridge team and Kalm Kitchen enough for all of their help.

TL – Kerry Ann Duffy, TR – Rebecca Searle, BL – Catherine Carter Weddings, BR – Kerry Ann Duffy

S & D – Married at Millbridge April 2023

Millbridge Court is such a stunning venue, and we are so lucky we were able to host our wedding there. The grounds are so beautiful and colourful, it didn’t do the pictures justice! Everything has such a personal touch it really makes you feel at home. To the entire team at Millbridge Court we want to thank you for being so friendly and helpful throughout the entire process and as well to the team on the day. You really made it special, and we wish we could repeat the day all over again. We truly were sad to leave the following day (especially the gorgeous hideaway cabin) and hope we can visit again very soon!

M – Alice Cunliffe

Eloise and Mitch recently became a Millbridge Court Partner!  We loved working with them throughout the 2023 season and so we wanted to catch up with them to give you a little glimpse into the world of a wedding photographer.

What first made you fall in love with photography?

I have always adored photos. Being able to have a glimpse into my family’s life before I even existed is magic. I love to be able to look back on memories and moments. Photography gives us the opportunity to pause time, capturing unique instances that would otherwise pass by in a blur.

The excitement stems from knowing that every photograph tells its own story, revealing emotions and experiences that words often fail to capture adequately. Each photograph is like opening a door into another world brimming with nostalgia and joy. In our fast-paced lives, having the ability to document and preserve these memories brings me happiness.

What made you decide to work in the wedding industry?

I always loved the idea of being in the wedding industry and it all began when I started working for a venue as a wedding planner! I was so young; I took a few years out to go travelling and this is where I met Mitch. He was an established filmmaker in the music industry and the creative element really intrigued me.

We first met in September and then moved in together February. When you know, you know! After a few years, our perspective shifted from living for the weekends to cherishing each moment. We realised that true happiness lay not in accumulating possessions but in cultivating meaningful experiences. We found ourselves yearning for something more meaningful and purposeful in our lives. Our shared experiences and deep conversations made us realise that true fulfilment came from pursuing our passions which was telling visual stories through photo and film. We went with this gut feeling and we started ‘Eloise and Mitch’ which really is the best thing we have ever done!

How would you describe your style of photography?

Photos with feeling!

To be a good photographer, I believe you have to be very empathetic. It’s about immersing yourself into the world of your subject and truly understanding their emotions, their struggles, and their joys. It allows you to connect with people on a deeper level, gaining their trust and enabling you to capture raw, authentic moments that resonate.

Our ethos is “It’s about beauty in the passing moments.” Being able to read between the lines, anticipating what might happen next. The ability to understand others’ perspectives creates photos that truly mean something.

What is your favourite part or parts of a wedding day to capture?

I love looking out for moments with meaning and joy! Every moment is so special on your wedding day and it’s such a pleasure to document. A moment that tends to be filled with joy is just after you have said “I do”.

What top tips and advice do you give to couples ahead of their wedding day?

Remember it’s a celebration of your love. Try not to get too caught up with “trends” and “what your wedding should be”. Your wedding should feel personal to you both.

Be present and just have the time of your life!!!

Can you share some of your favourite moments from your Millbridge Court couples?

There are so many to choose from! A moment that springs to mind is Louise and Jacks’ Day, it was torrential rain, and we all ran outside with umbrellas and embraced that moment. It was so romantic and fun which in turn created some of my favourite images.

Apart from your camera’s, what other things can you not go to a wedding day without?

Good energy and trust! This is all I need!

What do you love most about Millbridge Court?

The venue is just beautiful. The way that the team ensure that the day runs seamlessly and how they are always thinking about the little details. I love how there is room for everyone to get ready at Millbridge Court and how they have a beautiful hideaway too for the evening of your wedding.

The warm, sunny days seem like a distant memory after the frosts and teeniest sprinkling of snow we had yesterday!  But as we cosy up by the log burner with a cup of hot chocolate for the next few months, we just had to share details of Alex and Alex’s August celebrations to take us back to those summer evenings.

Tell us a bit about yourselves – how did you meet and what’s the proposal story?

We met at New Year’s Eve party 12 years ago when we were both at school – for the proposal, we went on a long weekend for Lex’s birthday back in March last year to Bourton-on-the-Water in the Cotswolds. The proposal wasn’t without a few attempts – the initial plan was to propose to her whilst on an early Sunday morning walk but the opportunity didn’t arise, and after an activity packed day, I eventually popped out the ring and the question whilst we were enjoying a bottle of champagne on the terrace of our Airbnb before dinner!

Why did you choose Millbridge Court?

Millbridge Court was the first venue we looked at in person and we fell in love with it straight away. We weren’t really interested in a traditional wedding in a Church and whilst we both loved the barn style, we also wanted something with a modern touch.

From the outside, Millbridge is quite understated – it looks like an extremely well presented house from the road. However, once you walk down the steps into the main area, you’re struck by the most amazing layout – two wings with extremely high ceilings and enormous glass windows that really fill the venue with light. The flow of the wedding venue also works incredible well and with a summer wedding in mind, we absolutely fell in love with the outside courtyard, garden and ceremony area!

We did see a number of other venues (predominantly in the Cotswolds following our engagement) but none of them could match the wow factor that we experienced when first visiting Millbridge

What did you love about having a summer wedding?

We loved the idea of having a summer wedding as we felt we could really utilise all the amazing space that Millbridge has to offer – the main building and the outdoors areas allowed the wedding day to flow so naturally. The ceremony area in garden was also a special place to get to say our vows, and we received so many compliments about how stunning the ceremony was.

Aside from the venue, it goes without saying that we both love summer and so having the opportunity to celebrate our day with family and close friends in the sun outside with some Aperol Spritz seemed like the perfect situation!

Tell us more about your suppliers and why you chose them.

As soon as we came across Eloise & Mitch’s Instagram and website (including their portfolios) with their natural and candid style, we immediately knew that we wanted to have them photograph our wedding and we feel incredibly lucky that they were available! The way Eloise captures photos is so special – she is so incredibly talented and made us feel so comfortable. We absolutely cherish the memories that she has been able to capture for us and will continue to do so – we’ve received so many comments on our photos and how she interacted with our guests, and we will definitely be using her again when an opportunity arises!

We chose Adam Sayer (London Piano Man) as our musician after being invited to a close friend’s wedding the previous year and watching him perform his sets there. He just knew how to read the room and what to play to get the guests up on the dance floor, which is exactly what we wanted for our wedding! During his sets, he also welcomes loads of song requests from guests and is able to play them flawlessly!

For our wedding flowers, we wanted quite a simple theme. We went with Holly and the Dragonfly (Holly and Laura) as our florist as throughout the whole planning process, they made everything so incredibly easy. When we talked about our ideas, they always considered our budget and made sure we kept within it, especially with ideas about how we could reuse arrangements throughout the day. When we finally saw them come to life in the day, the arrangements completely wowed us, especially the set up in the outside ceremony area and the bridal bouquet!

Did your vision for the wedding change over the planning process?

Not really, we always chose Millbridge Court with the intention of a summer outdoor wedding and we were lucky enough with the weather to be able to capitalise on this! The one thing that we did change was our view of the late night food during the planning process. In-between us choosing the venue and our wedding day, Millbridge decided to install an outdoor pizza oven. As self-confessed pizza lovers, once we saw this, we immediately knew that we had to have pizza as our food option in the evening and it’s safe to say it did not disappoint!

Are there any memorable anecdotes from the day you could share?

Seeing Lex for the first time before she made her way down the aisle was both an emotional but incredibly happy experience and one that I will never forget for the rest of my life. I remember us both being quite nervous throughout the ceremony as we both don’t massively tend to enjoy being the centre of attention, however once we were pronounced husband and wife, it felt like we were suddenly able to relax. Walking back past all our close friends and family with confetti was such a special occasion.

On a funnier note, we had some welcome drinks in Farnham the day before the wedding with close friends and family. Lex, as the bride, was naturally allowed to escape relatively early on to ‘rest’ before her big day but I was unfortunately cornered and stopped from leaving by some of her family and friends. I woke up feeling absolutely terrible but miraculously recovered well before the ceremony. Somehow, rumours had gotten back to Lex, who quizzed me when signing the marriage certificate!

Tell us something that we wouldn’t know about your day from the pictures.

Being England and peak summer, it is obviously natural for the weather to not be straightforward and for it to be the biggest unknown factor. Despite the glorious sunshine displayed in our photos, there were some incredibly nervous moments throughout the week building up to the big day as it was pretty much torrential rain until Saturday evening. We therefore thought our dreams would be scuppered for the Sunday but fortunately, we got so incredibly lucky with the sun.

Favourite part of your wedding journey?

For us, it was amazing to see how everything that we had been planned over the previous 12 months culminated into a truly magical set up on the day – from the floral arrangements, to the food and from the outdoor ceremony to the evening dancing. It was especially memorable to see the venue we fell in love with filled with all our closest friends and family enjoying themselves.

Any words of wisdom for future couples?

The day itself is such an unbelievable day and will forever be one of the best days of our lives, but in contrast to the year of planning, it does go by so quickly! In the lead up to ours, people had given us advice to make sure that, at some point during the day, we took some time to ourselves to just absorb everything and spend some together away from socialising with all your family and guests. It was such great advice that I would wholeheartedly recommend every couple do the same!

 

Who doesn’t love a crisp Autumn morning with leaves falling, mist lifting, changes in colours, cosy moments, incredible romantic lighting?!  We certainly do; there’s just so much to embrace during this time of year!

We thought we’d share some Autumn wedding inspiration to get the creative energy flowing for couples booked, or looking to book an Autumn wedding.  As always, we’ve shared some rather beautiful images from recent wedding days here at Millbridge Court, and we hope you love all the gorgeousness just as much as we do!

 

L – Holly Rose Photography, Longacres; R – Aurora Grey Photography

 

L –The Springles, Hannah Berry; R – The Springles, Meadowfolk

 

L- Holly Rose Photography; R- The Springles, Meadowfolk

 

L & B- The Springles; R- Alice Cunliffe Photography, Hannah Berry

 

Jonny MP, Jenni Bloom

 

Alice Cunliffe Photography, Hannah Berry

 

T- Alice Cunliffe Photography; L- Jonny MP, Jenni Bloom; R- Holly Rose Photography, Longacres

 

 

Aurora Grey Photography, Bud Flora, Kalm Kitchen

 

L- The Springles, Hannah Berry; R- Aurora Grey Photography, Bud Flora

 

T- Jonny MP, Jenni Bloom Maria Antoinette Cakes; B-Aurora Grey Photography

 

Alice Cunliffe Photography, Hannah Berry

With the warmer summer days coming to an end, and the cosy autumn nights here to stay for a little while, we wanted to take a minute to reflect on what a wonderful season we have had.  We feel so lucky to have been a part of so many beautiful celebrations and we cannot thank our couples enough for choosing Millbridge Court!  We are very excited to see what the next few months bring and look forward to hosting our beautiful winter weddings…

But before we get too excited about the festive period, we couldn’t not share a day full of so much colour, love and the most stunning hand crafted dress!  L&A’s celebrations were nothing short of the perfect Spring day!

Tell us a bit about yourselves – how did you meet and what’s the proposal story?

We met at medical school 9 years ago. We were living in the same flat in the halls of residence. We were really good friends, and then eventually got closer and started dating – Adam came to meet my parents before Christmas! I took Adam to one of the nearby country parks by the sea, and we had a really lovely time, and it was beautiful. Adam took me again 7 years later, but this time popped out a ring! A really beautiful proposal, with just the waves and sunshine to witness it!

Why did you choose Millbridge Court?

We got warm, friendly vibes when we visited. We loved the décor, and the outside ceremony area was stunning. We could imagine it well and it was always a dream to get married outside with lots of greenery and flowers! Living in England though, we were very much aware that it might rain, but loved how Millbridge were so flexible with deciding on inside/outside on the morning of the wedding. The wedding hall is also beautiful, with high ceilings and so much natural light!

What did you love about having a Spring wedding?

The outside ceremony 100% – we were SO lucky that on the day it was super sunny, honestly very blessed! The garden and the flowers were looking stunning outside too and the guests could all hang out and have drinks outside too.

Tell us more about your suppliers and why you chose them.

We chose Gill Pike for our flowers – she was suggested to us by Millbridge but also, we loved her style. She was very friendly and personable when we met her, and we loved how chilled she was. When we talked about our ideas, she always kept in mind our budget and made sure we kept within. The flowers were beautiful – she killed!

Botanico cakes by Naomi was our wedding cake designer – again she delivered so well, made a scrumptious cake that all the guests complimented, and managed to create a stunning cake with her intricate flowers.

The band that we had were called Slingshot – we loved their music list and the sound of them, and they had amazing reviews. They absolutely smashed it – all our guests were up on the dance floor and asking for their contact numbers by the end too!

The wedding dress was by Sophie Rose Bridal – she did the best job of creating Lynnie’s dream dress, we could not have asked for more. She was so personable, and her studio was such a welcoming environment.

We had photography and videography done by VLA. They are a married couple who have worked a lot at Millbridge – they are very passionate about their work. They captured so many magical moments, and created a beautiful wedding video that we still love to watch.

The wonderful Stephanie Dorelli was in charge of making Lynnie look her absolute best on the day. She had a trial arranged a few months beforehand, and Stephanie’s studio created the most relaxing and friendly atmosphere for having a pampering day. Lynnie was quite anxious beforehand because she had had a previous experience of where she didn’t look herself after having make up done for her. So it was really reassuring when Stephanie asked for Lynnie’s pictures beforehand so she knew what look she normally went for so that on the day, she would still look like herself, just a very glowed up version! Stephanie did the best job with the make up, but the hair was the best part – she created the most beautiful whimsical look with braids and a flower crown – it was even better than we had imagined. She also offered to help with our bridesmaids’ hair and helped pin in flowers and do the finishing touches which was really appreciated – thank you!

Did your vision for the wedding change over the planning process?

Not really, we always Imagined an outdoor wedding with lots of flowers, people dancing and enjoying themselves. I think the weather was very much the biggest factor in this, which was out of our control. However, we knew that If it was bad – we would still have had the incredible indoor area. Millbridge were so thoughtful and considerate about everything, nothing was a chore!

Are there any memorable anecdotes from the day you could share?

One of our groomsmen had a few too many drinks and had to have the microphone taken off him. He was getting a bit too risqué with his announcements – this made us laugh a lot and is a story we reminisce on when talking about our wedding day!

For both of us, the moment we saw each other, as Lynnie walked down the aisle was one of the best moments of our lives. It was emotionally overwhelming, with so much happiness, seeing all our loved ones and each other. The beautiful outdoor setting made it even more joyful, everything just coming together and feeling so perfect, It was amazing.

Tell us something that we wouldn’t know about your day from the pictures.

Lots of Lynnie’s family had flown over from Myanmar. We weren’t sure if they would be able to make it. We haven’t been able to see them for around 4 years because of COVID and then the political situation in their country, so to have them there was incredibly special.

When we first met at university, we were put in a flat together with 4 other people. All of us are still friends 9 years later, and all of those original flatmates were at the wedding.

Favourite part of your wedding journey?

The whole process was very enjoyable, from booking the venue to picking the flowers. But it was really nice to see how it all culminated on the day, walking into the venue and seeing all the wonderful flower arrangements and tables set up was an incredible feeling. But most of all when we saw each other for the first time on the day as Lynnie walked down the aisle. That was the best part of the whole journey.

Any words of wisdom for future couples?

Start by giving yourselves plenty of time to plan – we had 2 years from getting engaged to getting married, and it meant we had time to enjoy the whole planning process rather than having to rush to get things organised. Then, on your wedding day, make sure you take some time for yourselves to absorb everything. It is one of the best days of your life, but it goes so quickly and you want to savour it as much as possible.

Rachel and Fiyin’s Spring wedding day was so full of love and laughter!  Surrounded by family and friends, they created so many beautiful memories that will be cherished forever.

We caught up with them to relive their special day and give you a glimpse into just how much fun was had, from those loud “Yam Seng” to the incredible traditional wedding attires…

How did you meet and what’s the proposal story?

We met for the first time through mutual friends who invited a bunch of us to a pizza night in Shoreditch. We didn’t actually speak after that until the same friends invited us to a karaoke event, they hosted a year later. Honestly, if it wasn’t for them, we wouldn’t be together!

The proposal happened on our bucket list trip to Iceland. We had just polished off dinner at a restaurant in Reykjavik and before heading back to the hotel we decided to go for a walk around the stunning Harpan concert hall to take some pictures. It was at this time that Fiyin, being the opportunist that he is, decided to get down on one knee and propose!

Why did you choose Millbridge Court?

Initially we didn’t really have an idea of what kind of wedding we wanted, but we came across Millbridge Court online and were really impressed by the aesthetic and how it seemed both modern and classic at the same time. The location also suited us well as we were London-based and wanted it to be easily accessible for our friends and family, but at the same time it was remote enough to feel like a countryside escape. With Rachel being a passionate foodie, the catering was also something that caught our eye from the get-go with impressive menu options offered by Kalm Kitchen.

Ultimately, we are so glad that we went with Millbridge given that from the moment we reached out, they had been really responsive, personable and eager to help which meant a great deal to us, especially throughout the planning process.

What did you love about having a Spring wedding?

Having a Spring wedding was one thing we were set on from the start of the planning process. It’s that time of year when the skies start to get brighter, but it doesn’t get overwhelmingly hot during the day and the sun sets later in the evening. Of course, with Spring comes the blossoming of nature and wildlife, and there was just something so beautiful about the symbolism of new beginnings at springtime which made the idea of having a spring wedding all the more special.

Tell us more about your suppliers and why you chose them.

We chose Philipa Day as our florist as we loved her organic style using a combination of flowers and colours that perfectly suited the fresh spring theme we were going for.

From the moment we came across Emma Jane Lewis’ portfolio online, we knew that we wanted her to photograph our wedding. Her photos are romantic, candid, and editorial all at the same time and there were so many key moments throughout the day that we’ll always be able to look back on thanks to her.

Our decision to hire a photobooth was a pretty last minute call but might have been one of the best things we decided to do! Picture Blast provided a really easy booking experience and set up on the day without a hitch. Our guests loved taking photos with the fun accessories it came with – and the best part is, the photos were all saved digitally so it was very amusing looking through them all when the link was sent to us!

We made the conscious decision to get our friends and family involved in some parts of the day too. It made the day so much more meaningful knowing some of our nearest and dearest also had a part to play in our big day.

Were there any family traditions that featured in your day?

At the end of the meal, we went around to each table to toast our guests – a Chinese wedding tradition called ‘Yam Seng’ (equivalent meaning to ‘Cheers’ in Cantonese), Rachel’s dad encouraged everyone to raise their glasses and shout “Yam Seng” at the top of their lungs. It definitely brought plenty of laughter and even a little bit of competition between the tables as to who was the loudest!

Our first dance then featured the two of us in traditional Yoruba wedding attire which were custom made for us in Nigeria. We danced our way into the reception hall surrounded by friends and family before our Nigerian guests sprayed us with cash – talk about a grand entrance!

Tell us something that we wouldn’t know about your day from the pictures.

The food was absolutely incredible. It was one of the things our guests kept bringing up as a key highlight from the day; from the canapés to the bountiful sharing platters and the late-night snacks, it was all so delicious and beautifully plated. Hats off to the Kalm Kitchen team for doing such a fantastic job!

Favourite part of your wedding journey?

The day itself! The planning process was tough at times and there were days when we were both questioning “is this really worth all the stress?”, but when the day came, all of that faded away as we were surrounded by the ones we love and were reminded of what the day was really about.

Any words of wisdom for future couples?

Throw any expectations you have for the day out of the window and just focus on being present and making the most of it. Find five minutes for just the two of you together to take everything in and appreciate the moment. This might be the only time you’ll see all your loved ones under the same roof, and it flies by much quicker than you’d think!