On Sunday 30th October 2016 Abbey House will holding a ‘Vintage Wedding Fair’ from 10am untill 2pm. Come down and explore our unique venue, chat to suppliers and discover lots of inspirational ideas!

We asked each of our suppliers a series of questions, for you to get to know a little bit more about them and their business’.

Today’s supplier is the talented Fairclough Photography

Favourite colour

Purple. We both met with a mutual love of Purple, and that hasn’t changed in the years we’ve been together. We even have a purple fireplace in our home!

Favourite movie

Edward Scissorhands – at our wedding, Katie walked down the aisle to the Ice Dance 🙂

Favourite song

The Ice Dance from Edward Scissorhands – for our first anniversary, Katie commissioned the INCREDIBLE Leos Quartet to record a one-off arrangement of this for strings – let’s say it holds a rather special place in our hearts.

Favourite part of a wedding

We love wedding mornings! As a husband and wife team, we get to spend the whole morning with ‘our half’ of the wedding party, capturing the excitement, nerves and last minute emotional moments before the ceremony. We both love to see what the other has been up to when we meet up after the ceremony to shoot the rest of the day. We love all of a wedding day, but the morning preparation is where we can really start to create an authentic story personal to our couples, and is the foundation of the way we work to capture the rest of the day.

About you & your business

Hi, we’re Katie and James, a Husband and Wife wedding photography team from Lytham St Annes in Lancashire, and we travel all over the UK and internationally for our couples. We have a very relaxed and natural style, and having us both means we can shoot from two unique perspectives throughout the wedding day. We focus on the emotion, the connection between family and friends at a wedding, and our aim is to create an authentic visual story of the wedding day from beginning to end.

Best thing about working with Abbey House Hotel & Gardens

Definitely the staff. There’s a lot to love about Abbey House, but the staff just make everything run like clockwork, in a friendly and fun way which we LOVE!

On Sunday 30th October 2016 Abbey House will holding a ‘Vintage Wedding Fair’ from 10am untill 2pm. Come down and explore our unique venue, chat to suppliers and discover lots of inspirational ideas!

We asked each of our suppliers a series of questions, for you to get to know a little bit more about them and their business’.

Today’s supplier is the talented Efflorescence 

Favourite colour

Don’t really have one … There’s too many to choose from.

Favourite movie

Its got to be Armageddon…. never get sick of watching it

Favourite song

Far too many to mention couldn’t possibly pick one

Favourite part of a wedding

Delivering the bridal flowers to the bride and seeing the reaction… so nice when we get happy tears with a big hug

Then also seeing the venue transformed with the chair covers and  room decoration… bringing couples ideas to life just makes all the hard work worth while.

About you & your business

I Have been a florist for 8 years and became sole owner of Efflorescence 3 years ago which has been amazing, there is nothing better than going to work everyday  doing a job you actually love. Whether it be  arranging flowers for funerals, sending flowers everyday, doing corporate and charity events as well as wedding flowers it really is a pleasure and so rewarding.

Best thing about working with Abbey House Hotel & Gardens

Abbey House is an amazing venue to work at …. the interior of the hotel and the grounds are breathe taking, each wedding is different and the hotel has the versatility to accommodate this, Staff are brilliant to work along side and make you feel at ease when you work along side them. They have a fantastic Wedding team!

On Sunday 30th October 2016 Abbey House will holding a ‘Vintage Wedding Fair’ from 10am untill 2pm. Come down and explore our unique venue, chat to suppliers and discover lots of inspirational ideas!

We asked each of our suppliers a series of questions, for you to get to know a little bit more about them and their business’.

Today’s supplier is the talented Adam Wing Films.

Favourite colour

Purple, no hesitation.

Favourite movie

VERY difficult, but probably Jurassic park.

Favourite song

The Scientist, Coldplay.

Favourite part of a wedding

The morning/bridal prep. I love the build up and all the giddiness.

About you & your business

I have been making wedding films for just over a year (with Abbey House being one of my first venues) and I’m still pinching myself that this counts as an actual “job”. Film has always been a passion of mine, and I absolutely love capturing people’s stories, knowing they will cherish these memories forever.

Best thing about working with Abbey House Hotel & Gardens

I love working with the staff at Abbey House, the team here have got it nailed. They know exactly how to make a wedding run smoothly, and their attention to detail makes a real difference. It’s obvious that they genuinely care and you know they are putting in the work, and yet it looks so effortless on the day.

On Sunday 30th October 2016 Abbey House will holding a ‘Vintage Wedding Fair’ from 10am untill 2pm. Come down and explore our unique venue, chat to suppliers and discover lots of inspirational ideas!

We asked each of our suppliers a series of questions, for you to get to know a little bit more about them and their business’.

Today’s supplier is the lovely Sitting Pretty.

Favourite colour

My favourite colour is grey, it’s been a very popular colour scheme with bride and grooms this year and one I used for my own wedding. It also features heavily in my decor at home.

Favourite movie

I am not really much of a movie buff but really enjoyed the Wolf of Wall Street which starred Leonardo Dicaprio.

Favourite song

So hard to pick one favourite song as there are so many. The album I have on in the car at the moment is Blossoms, Charlemagne always makes me turn the volume up nice and loud.

Favourite part of a wedding

My favourite part of a wedding as a stylist is seeing everything come together on the day. I love to see the bride and grooms themes come to life and how the choice of our chair covers and sashes compliment their decor, favours, flowers, cake and wedding outfits.

About you & your business

Sitting Pretty was established in May 2015 by myself Marie Scott after taking over the business from a busy local florist. With over ten years experience in the creative industry I decided to take a bit of time out to spend with my family and through planning my own wedding the perfect opportunity arose to start Sitting Pretty. I have always loved all aspects of design and using my creative flair so am thrilled to help couples plan their perfect day.

Best thing about working with Abbey House Hotel & Gardens

It is a pleasure to work alongside one of the best hotels in the Lake District with every wedding  being different. It also is a very special place to me personally as I got married here in last year.

On Sunday 30th October 2016 Abbey House will holding a ‘Vintage Wedding Fair’ from 10am untill 2pm. Come down and explore our unique venue, chat to suppliers and discover lots of inspirational ideas!

We asked each of our suppliers a series of questions, for you to get to know a little bit more about them and their business’.

Today’s supplier is the fantastic Floral & Hardy!

Favourite Colour

Blush

Favourite Movie

Bridesmaids

Favourite Song

How long will i love you – Ellie Goulding

Favourite part of a wedding

Our Favourite part of a wedding is seeing the brides reaction to seeing her wedding flowers for the first time, I also like the first dance (that’s my romantic side)

About you & your business

Established nearly three years ago now, family business. Floral & Hardy aimed to filla gap in the market offering professional and friendly service in the market town of Ulverston, reaching out to all of the south lakes. Giving our customers high quality for reasonable prices. We have over 30  years of experience between our team, which we feel is invaluable. Our reputation proceeds us and we have a great customer base. We are a fully accredited florist.

Best thing about working with Abbey House Hotel & Gardens

We love working with Abbey House Hotel & Gardens, It’s a dream venue, extremely professional and offers a range of products to suit most peoples budgets. The staff and management are always very helpful and committed to both customers and business’ alike.

On Sunday 30th October 2016 Abbey House will holding a ‘Vintage Wedding Fair’ from 10am untill 2pm. Come down and explore our unique venue, chat to suppliers and discover lots of inspirational ideas!

We asked each of our suppliers a series of questions, for you to get to know a little bit more about them and their business’.

Today’s supplier is the lovely Steve Hillman Photography!

Favourite Colour

Blue

Favourite Movie

Sicario

Favourite Song

Ladies and Gentlemen we are floating in Space by Spiritualized.

Favourite part of wedding

I like everything about my job – from the moment I meet the couple until the moment I hand over their finished “package”.

About your business

I have been a wedding photographer for over 15 years now and have gained vast and varied experience over this time. My business trademark is to tailor my service to exactly match the needs of each couple, whatever that might be!

Best thing about Abbey House Hotel & Gardens

When I started out as a Wedding Photographer it was always my dream to be able to photograph a wedding at Abbey House and when I got the chance I thought “yes I’ve made it”!!! From the very first wedding I photographed at Abbey House the Management and Staff have always been extremely helpful. Abbey House Hotel and Gardens is a stunning setting with a real sense of history and a unique and elegant style. I have a great relationship with the staff and admire how they welcome guests to every type of function!

On Sunday 30th October 2016 Abbey House will holding a ‘Vintage Wedding Fair’ from 10am untill 2pm. Come down and explore our unique venue, chat to suppliers and discover lots of inspirational ideas!

We asked each of our suppliers a series of questions, for you to get to know a little bit more about them and their business’.

Today’s supplier is the exciting Funtastic Entertainment!

Favourite colour

Purple

Favourite movie

The Exorcist

Favourite song

Yazoo – Only You

Favourite part of a wedding

The moment the guests have finished all the formalities and can really kick back and enjoy themselves. The smiles on the children’s faces as they are presented with a large pink, fluffy, candy floss and the laughter of the guests inside the photo booth.

About you & your business

Established in 2003 Funtastic Entertainment offers entertainment equipment for a range of events and functions. Guests have enjoyed our photobooths, candy floss machines, chocolate fountains, bouncy castles and inflatable games for many years. Over the years we have had the pleasure of working with some fantastic people. We work closely with many other entertainment hirers, venues, event organisers, charities and businesses. We have also been fortunate enough to work with many large name brands, companies and the famous. We have been amazed at the speed the business has grown and have some exciting plans for the future.

Best thing about working with Abbey House Hotel & Gardens

Abbey House Hotel is a hidden gem on the edge of Barrow in Furness. It’s a pleasure to with such a fabulous venue.

On Sunday 30th October 2016 Abbey House will holding a ‘Vintage Wedding Fair’ from 10am untill 2pm. Come down and explore our unique venue, chat to suppliers and discover lots of inspirational ideas!

We asked each of our suppliers a series of questions, for you to get to know a little bit more about them and their business’.

Today’s supplier is fantastic Becki Fishwick!

Favourite colour

Red

Favourite movie

500 days of summer

Favourite song

Too many! Aaah
Son of a preacher man

Favourite part of a wedding

Singing first dance or ceremony song and feeling the emotion I usually have to hold back the tears

About you & your business

From a young age I’ve always loved singing and over the last 3 years it’s become a full time job too and I am very fortunate to be singing at over 20 weddings a year and also at some wonderful events, it’s brought me many opportunities and i now also teach singing and work closely with local businesses and charities too. I feel very fortunate to be doing a job I love so much and get great satisfaction and happiness from every performance.

Best thing about working with Abbey House Hotel & Gardens

It’s a local treasure …

On Sunday 30th October 2016 Abbey House will holding a ‘Vintage Wedding Fair’ from 10am untill 2pm. Come down and explore our unique venue, chat to suppliers and discover lots of inspirational ideas!

We asked each of our suppliers a series of questions, for you to get to know a little bit more about them and their business’.

Today’s supplier is the talented Bluebell and Ivy – Professional florist

Favourite colour

This changes regularly – at the moment it is “serenity” blue – one of pantone’s colours of 2016.
It’s actually the colour that inspired our Bluebell and Ivy brand.

Favourite movie

It has to be ‘Walk the line’ – a 2005 American movie based upon the early life and career of country singer jonny cash.
It’s fab – I love true stories!

Favourite song

This is a difficult one – I have always loved the spice girls ever since I was a little girl. – However I am absolutely mad about Michael BublÉ … so it will have to be one of his songs named ‘everything’.

Favourite part of a wedding

Meeting my brides and bringing their ideas to life is definitely my favourite part.
I really enjoy taking snippets of their imagination, combining them with my creative love for flowers and producing something extra special for them.
The thought of creating pieces so bespoke and different each and every time is what keeps my innovation alive.
The possibilities are endless!

About you & your business

My name is Lauren Hart – I am the owner and floral designer at Bluebell and Ivy.
I first entered the floristry world at the age of 14 as a Saturday girl for Deborah’s Florist on Ainslie Street, Barrow. Over time, Deborah and the girls who worked there trained me in every aspect of working with flowers, from teaching me all the technical elements of floral design to learning how to condition, prepare and understand flowers.
At 19 I started at Loughborough University where I gained my degree in textile design – This was an invaluable experience as I was taught to understand colour and texture combination along with how to watch and forecast trends – this is now a natural instinct of mine and I always apply this to all areas of my floristry work.
In my spare time, whilst I was down south, I gained a certificate in ‘advanced bridal’ floristry at the well-known Jane Packer School in London. This was when I realised that I really wanted to be back in a flower shop – and so I began planning the launch of Bluebell and Ivy.

Best thing about working with Abbey House Hotel & Gardens

There is not just one best thing about working with Abbey house….
Each time I have worked with Abbey House Hotel for any event such as Weddings. Proms and fayres, they have been extremely professional, reliable and efficient.
Their presentation is repeatedly of a very high standard … right down to the last detail. And each member of Abbey House Hotel’s staff is exceptionally helpful, friendly and always well informed. They always ensure that the running of each occasion is as smooth as possible and to each client’s personal requirements.