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The Hideaway Secret Garden At Millbridge Court
Throughout April, there was something rather exciting going on at the end of the Millbridge Court grounds. After months of planning, landscape gardeners got to work planting Laurel hedging, ferns & installing an incredible pair of vintage gates in front of our Bridal Suite, the Hideaway… & now that all of their hard work is complete, we’re excited to introduce to you all, The Hideaway Secret Garden!
A botanical sanctuary just beyond our flower meadow that creates that extra bit of magic & privacy for our couples on their Wedding Day & the morning after the celebrations. A tranquil & peaceful space to be able to enjoy all to themselves.
We hope that all of our MBC Couples love it just as much as we do! Here are a few sneak peeks to give you a taster of whats beyond the gates. Xx
And we love that we have already received pictures of photographers using the Secret Garden as a backdrop for gorgeous couples shots… here are L&S captured by The Springles last week.
And J&T captured beautifully by Joanna Nicole Photography earlier in May!
We can’t wait to see many more over the course of the Summer!
10 Questions… With Kalm Kitchen’s Pete Holder
1) What is your Role at Kalm Kitchen?
My role in Kalm Kitchen, as a wedding events manager, is to create a calm and unforgettable planning experience, leading up to the big day. We are passionate about providing creative and delicious food for your wedding day and providing an exceptional service throughout the journey, going that extra mile, with meticulous attention to detail. On the event day we will execute your plans to perfection and bring everything we’ve discussed to life.
2) What made you want to be an Event Manager at Kalm Kitchen?
My work life has always consisted of running events and the joy and accomplishment I get from them are next to none. My best friends got married in April 2017, before I had started with Kalm Kitchen, and I was heavily involved with the planning process. I knew from then that this was the industry I wanted to be in. Meeting new faces has always been a pleasure of mine and making my client’s dreams come true only makes it better. Kalm Kitchen had impressed me so much with their styling, food menu and work ethic, that as soon as I heard they were looking for an event manager, I didn’t think twice about applying for my dream role.
3) What do you love the most about being a part of the Kalm Kitchen family?
The word family is exactly what I would describe Kalm Kitchen to be. We all have our quirks and strengths, which I feel really develop us in our roles. The owners of Kalm Kitchen, Jen and James, have been such an inspiration to me and I cannot thank them enough for the time and effort they put into all of us, which then reflect in our events. Kalm Kitchen has not only given me great colleagues to work with, but friends for life!
4) What tips & advice do you give to couples during their planning journey?
I would tell them to enjoy every moment of it. I think it is natural to want perfection for the big day, which can add too much pressure and cloud the enjoyment of talking through their ideas.
5) What is your favourite part of a wedding day?
Seeing our couples for the first time in the morning has always been so special for me. I love that initial catch up and excitement you share together. It is such a lovely moment that I wish I could bottle up every time.
6) What new wedding food trends should couples be looking out for over the coming year?
Food stations are an amazing statement for the big day. The “wow factor” that comes with them offers such a great experience for guests and something delicious they do not expect. Our Lemonade and Lollipop stand works perfectly for a hot summers day and looks incredible! Or, for the evening, our Honeycomb and Hot Chocolate station satisfies those sweet cravings and brings everyone together as the night draws in. Complete Bliss!
7) If you could choose your dream Kalm Kitchen menu, what would it be?
I love the sharing experience for the wedding breakfast. I would have a middle eastern sharing board with an abundance of dips, breads and my personal favourite, halloumi!
As a vegetarian I would have our delicious arancini ball, which is available in an abundance of flavour and accompaniment combinations, to suit every taste. Mine would be a mozzarella, basil pesto and pine nut arancini on a bed of caponata and fresh basil. Dreamy!
A sharing dessert is a must! I am a chocolate fiend, so mixing this together with salted caramel and layers of meringue to create a slice at the table pavlova is perfection. You can nominate one person per table, and dress them in aprons, chef hats and moustaches, to collect the pavlova and serve the guests on their table. These are the little touches that create lasting memories of your special day. You just know it’ll be a talking point for years to come.
8) What do you love most about Millbridge Court?
I know I can speak on behalf of all our couples getting married at Millbridge Court, that this is the dream venue. The balance of contemporary design and country home works perfectly and instantly makes you feel at home when you walk through the front door.
9) What are your favourite linen and glassware colour combinations at the moment?
I am in love with vintage oak trestle tables paired with our luxurious urbane napkin range, it effortlessly really brings an outdoor feel inside. Having a spot of colour in the water glass elevates the whole design of the table. An idea would be to speak with the florist to match the colour palette of the flowers and unite all the elements together in harmony. My personal favourite is to have a bronze coloured water glass with a chalk urbane napkin as showcased in the most recent May tasting evening.
Chalk glassware & urbane napkin featured at our Tasting Evening
Flowers: Lavender Hill Company, Photographer: The Springles
10) Who are your three favourite Wedding Industry professionals/brands to follow on Instagram?
@natspaperstudio is a must for stationary lovers. I am in love with her designs, and her “Crazy Cat” charm just adds to the personality of her amazing work
@bubblegumballoons Their installations are the work of dreams. With a huge range of clients under their belt, they have proven that balloons are stylish, luxurious and most importantly fun!
@kindredxstylingbyjen showcases creativity and adventure. If you want to feel inspired by the latest trends and interiors to elevate your style, Jen is your girl.
Here’s the Lovely Pete, in action
Photographer: Millie & Belle
#marriedatmillbridge in 2017
What an amazing year we’ve had here at Millbridge Court!
We have been so privileged to share in so many wonderful celebrations and have been able to work with some of the industries most talented suppliers, who week on week help bring our Couples dream Wedding Day’s to life, transforming the Venue and making every day so different from the last.
We are ever so lucky to be sent so many beautiful images captured by photographers throughout the year and as 2017 drew to a close and a new year begins, we wanted to take a look back & share with you all some of the stunning details & special moments from a handful of gorgeous Wedding’s that have taken place here at Millbridge Court.
To all of our 2017 MBC Couples, thank you for making the past year so very special!
Wishing all of you a very Happy New Year! May your 2018 be happy, healthy & full of love. Xx
Kirsty Mackenzie Photography
The Springles
The Springles
Philippa Sian Photography
Marcel Grabowski Photography
Kerry Diamond Photography
Lemonade Pictures
Nick Labrum Photography
The Springles
Millie & Belle Photography
Philippa Sian Photography
Guy Collier Photography
Ross Hurley Photography
Marcel Grabowski Photography
Ross Hurley Photography
Philippa Sian Photography, Jay Archer Floral Design
Sophie Duckworth, Jay Archer Floral Design
Philippa Sian Photography, Blush Floral Design
Sarah Legge Photography, Blush Floral Design
Sarah Legge Photography, Blush Floral Design
Sarah Legge Photography, Hannah Berry Flowers
VLA Photography, Hannah Berry Flowers
Guy Collier Photography, Eden Blooms
Kirsty Mackenzie Photography, Blush Floral Design
VLA Photography
Lemonade Pictures, Hannah Berry Flowers
RS Brown Photography, Hannah Berry Flowers
Sarah Legge Photography, Lavender Hill Flowers
Marcel Grabowski Photography, Rosie Orr Flowers
Philippa Sian Photography, Bloomingayles
Jonathan Ellis Photography, Jay Archer Floral Design
RS Brown Photography
Kerry Diamond Photography, Florescence
Kirsty Mackenzie Photography, Blush Floral Design
Lemonade Pictures, Hannah Berry Flowers
Ross Hurley Photography
Sophie Duckworth, Jay Archer Floral Design
Kirsty Mackenzie Photography
Sarah Legge Photography, The Little Top
Guy Collier Photography
Sarah Legge Photography
VLA Photography
The Springles, Kalm Kitchen
VLA Photography
Philippa Sian Photography, Jay Archer Floral Design, Kalm Kitchen
Lemonade Pictures, Kalm Kitchen
Sarah Legge Photography
Sarah Legge Photography, Kalm Kitchen
Jasmine Andrews Photography
Philippa Sian Photography, Kalm Kitchen
Viva Photography
Nick Labrum Photography
Kirsty Mackenzie Photography
Philippa Sian Photography
VLA Photography
Guy Collier Photography
Sophie Duckworth Photography
VLA Photography
Nikki Van Der Molen
The Springles
VLA Photography
Sarah Legge Photography
Philippa Sian Photography
Nikki Van Der Molen
My Beautiful Bride Photography, Early Hours London
Kirsty Mackenzie Photography, Blush Floral Design
Sarah Legge Photography, Blush Floral Design
Sarah Legge Photography, Lavender Hill Flowers
Philippa Sian Photography, Crystal Hire
The Springles, The Topiary Tree by Carrie Macey
Philippa Sian Photography, Bloomingayles, Bubblegum Balloons
Philippa Sian Photography, Jay Archer Floral Design
Philippa Sian Photography, Hannah Berry Flowers
RS Brown Photography, Hannah Berry Flowers
Jasmine Andrews, Judy Broad Calligraphy, Eden Blooms
Sophie Duckworth Photography, Jay Archer Floral Design
Philippa Sian Photography, Hannah Berry Flowers
VLA Photography, The Flower Pocket
VLA Photography, Hannah Berry Flowers
Philippa Sian Photography, Bubblegum Balloons, Academy Furniture Hire
Philippa Sian Photography, Bloomingayles
Sarah Legge Photography, Hannah Berry Flowers
Guy Collier Photography, Eden Blooms
Stephen Swain, Paula Rooney Floral Design
Kirsty Mackenzie Photography, Andi Freeman Cakes
Sarah Legge Photography, Le Papillon Patisserie
Philippa Sian Photography, Lulu’s Cake Kitchen
Sarah Legge Photography, Le Papillon Patisserie
Philippa Sian Photography, Spongeworks
Denise Winter photography, Tartufi Cakes
Millie & Belle Photography, Jeni Purcell Cakes
Sophie Duckworth Photography, Andi Freeman Cakes, Jay Archer Floral Design
Philippa Sian Photography, Milk Street Kitchen
VLA Photography, Milk Street Kitchen
Marcel Grabowski Photography, Kalm Kitchen, Rosie Orr Florist
Philippa Sian Photography, Kalm kitchen
Sarah Legge Photography, Blush Floral Design, Kalm Kitchen Donut Wall
Kirsty Mackenzie Photography, Kalm Kitchen
Philippa Sian Photography, Kalm Kitchen
Philippa Sian Photography, Hannah Berry Flowers, Kalm Kitchen
Philippa Sian Photography, Kalm Kithen Pretzel Bar
Philippa Sian Photography, Bloomingayles, Kalm Kitchen
Marcel Grabowski Photography, Rosie Orr
Sarah Legge Photography, Kalm Kitchen The Dairy
Jasmine Andrews Photography
Lemonade Pictures
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My Beautiful Bride Photography
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Cakes:
Jeni Purcell Cakes
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Hire Companies:
Calligraphy:
Elegant Summer Wedding Day #marriedatmillbridge
As we move in to this chilly time of year, we thought we would take a look back at J+D’s wonderful August Wedding Day; a Wedding Day which involved a sunny Arbor Ceremony with most romantic blooms, a gorgeous Patisserie Bar, a show stopping balloon installation & so many happy, smiling faces.
J+D had a really beautiful vision for their day with an elegant colour palette of whites, greys, soft greens & peaches. Creating the floral arrangements that would help to bring their vision to life was the super talented Bloomin Gayles who adorned the Arbor with a sensational cascading eucalyptus & foliage installation, along with two pillar arrangements bursting with delphiniums, roses & white hydrangeas. The beautiful floralising continued within the Dining Barn with Gayle creating gorgeous alternating centrepieces which were complimented perfectly by the soft grey table linens & white napkins chosen by the couple. And adding even more wow factor to the Wedding Breakfast setup was Bubblegum Balloons who created a phenomenal hanging installation along the beams using peach & metallic pink giant balloons.
The Bride & Groom chose to make the most of the interactive menu options that the fabulous Kalm Kitchen offer to Millbridge Court couples & had carve at the table Lamb as their Main Course & a rather gorgeous looking Patisserie Bar, made all the more beautiful by Gayle’s flowers, for dessert. The perfect menu choices to allow guests to mingle & interact throughout the Wedding Breakfast.
Capturing every styling detail, personal touch, spectacular floral arrangement, gorgeous couples shots & all of the happy moments in-between was the wonderful Philippa Sian; a photographer that we have had the pleasure of working with on multiple occasions over the course of the past year & who always brings the most wonderful energy to any Wedding Day.
Thank you to Philippa for letting us to share a selection of her beautiful images & thank you also to J+D for allowing us to play a part in what was such a beautiful celebration! We wish you both so much love & happiness in your married lives together.
Xx
Spring Wedding Day At Millbridge Court
In April, we hosted the most breathtaking Spring Wedding Day involving a plethora of truly wonderful MBC Partners.
From the very first day R+G visited Millbridge Court they had such a wonderful vision for their Wedding and it was such a pleasure to guide them through the planning process and hear about all of their exciting ideas. No detail was left unconsidered with the couple having their menus handwritten by calligraphy genius Judy broad Calligraphy and their guests were spoilt with an interactive menu by Kalm Kitchen and delicious cocktails available for everyone as they left the Wedding Breakfast… it’s all in the little touches.
The immensely talented Hannah Berry Flowers was the florist in charge of bringing their elegant vision to life, which she did oh so perfectly. The Barns were adorned with heavenly fresh, white, clean centrepieces and arrangements that made the Venue look so romantic.
The lady chosen to capture the love, the joy, the gorgeous details and so much more, was the fabulous Sarah Legge Photography. On R+G’s first visit to us they looked through a photo album from one of Sarah’s previous Weddings shot here at Millbridge Court and they knew right away that that was the lady for the job. Her images speak for themselves and she’s also a complete joy toward alongside on a Wedding Day.
We thought we’d share with you all some of the wonderful moments that Sarah captured from R+G’s day and we wish the happy couple every bit of love and happiness in their married lives together! Xx
