Company

Website and Logo Description

Venue Styling

Ambience Venue Styling

www.ambiencevenuestyling.com

Ambience is network of small business owners working in your local area providing high

quality affordable venue styling services direct to brides and wedding venues. Our

reputation for reliability, creativity and value is second to none. As part of the UK’s

leading venue styling network we have the advantage of being part of a large team

across which we share knowledge, have access to an extensive stock range and support

each other to ensure that a first class service is delivered to our brides.

We can provide, chair covers, organza or taffeta sashes, lace sashes, table draping,

twinkle lights, back drops, centre pieces and aisle runners. We are very proud to be the

only venue styling company to be nominated for the Special Touches award at the 2011

and 2012 Wedding Ideas Awards held in London.

Ambience York is especially proud to have been asked to help with the Queens visit to

York earlier in the year and provided chair covers for her lunch at the Manor House.

Chair Covers of Yorkshire

www.chaircoversofyorkshire.co.uk

Chair Covers of Yorkshire - providing chair covers to complete and transform any venue, over 80 sash colours available in many different materials including taffeta, crinkle, satin and organza. Winner at The North of England Wedding Awards in the category of “Best wedding enhancement customer service” as voted by brides who I have provided a service for.

Florists

Kymm Queen www.queensflowers.vpweb.co.uk

Passionate about flowers I have built a reputation of high standards individual design with attention to detail, as a result, a high percentage of my business is from repeat customers and referrals.

As the florist at Castle Howard I have extensive knowledge of the House and how to apply a brides unique ideas and style to suit the magnificent interiors.

Where Angels Play www.whereangelsplay.co.uk

Where

Angels Play

We offer a bespoke and personal service for your wedding day with an emphasis on quality and attention to detail. We believe with imagination anything is possible.

Photographers

Ashley Nesbitt www.ashleynesbitt.co.uk

My approach to wedding photography is relaxed and informal, whilst being extremely professional. I am a contemporary wedding photographer capturing the emotions and details of the day, using a reportage / candid style, backed up with relaxed group shots and, of course, stunning shots of you as a couple.

Javan Liam www.javanliam.co.uk For over 35 years we have been creating beautiful wedding photography at some of the finest locations in the country, and it is a privilege to attend weddings at the stunning venue that is Castle Howard. Unmatched in its opulent architecture and grounds, we know that with a sensitive and sympathetic approach your wedding at Castle Howard will yield the most delightful and memorable images you can imagine. Contact us on 01423 500357 and we can show you how we can make your wedding day a truly special memory.

Joe Dodsworth www.joedodsworth.co.uk

Welcome to Joe Dodsworth Photography we capture the essence of your special day and create beautiful images to last a lifetime. Our pictures are captured to create a romantic story, your story. From flowers been delivered to DJs packing away, we capture every little detail and special moment through out the day to tell this fantastic story, creating works of art in a moment in time. We appreciate the importance of the day so we promise to dress appropriately, be patient and work in harmony with the runnings of your day'.

Mike Nowill www.mikenowillphotography.co.uk Experience Wedding, Commercial & Social Photographer with contemporary, creative and artistic style that produces amazing timeless photographs for you to cherish. Our approach to wedding photography is focused on capturing the character and atmosphere of the day, creating a stylish and spontaneous look rather than just formal wedding pictures. Capturing natural moments and spontaneous action will produce a contemporary wedding photography album that will speak volumes about how special your day was, while recording your wedding photos forever, for the enjoyment of future generations.

Ryan Browne www.ryan-browne.co.uk MPA Yorkshire Contemporary Wedding Photographer of the Year 2012 Ryan's highly acclaimed international award winning images and unsurpassed talent for capturing all of the beauty, charm and elegance of each wedding has made him one of the nations most sought after and trusted wedding photographers. The single most important thing to him is to capture the natural brilliance and authenticity of your celebration, from the bridal preparations through to the after ceremony celebrations. It's all about you, and the people who love you. Rain or shine, the images that Ryan will create for you will be spontaneous and natural.

Steve Ramsdem www.steveramsdemstudio.co.uk Fantastic photographer! Not only did he capture our day beautifully but he also made sure our day ran to time. Wonderful pictures would fully recommend!’ Carl and Carla. ‘Steve and Karen were professional, organised and an integral part of our day. They didn't just take their profession seriously but they took our wedding day seriously too. We honestly can not recommend them highly enough!’ Becky and Matthew Great photography and service guaranteed – call Steve on 10904 479063.

Transport

Eddie Brown Tours www.eddiebrowntours.com

Eddie Brown Coaches – Luxury Coach Hire to transport your guests in style. Based in North Yorkshire with over 60 years of experience in supplying 16 – 57 seat coaches to suit all budgets, standard, executive and VIP class.

Superior Motor Cars www.superiormotorcars.co.uk Superior Motor Cars - Yorkshire’s Finest Collection of Wedding Cars We have a superb collection of pre-war and post-war classic cars for weddings including Rolls Royces, Bentleys and many other classic cars. Our collection includes rare coachbuilt cars by Freestone & Webb, H J Mulliner and Park-Ward. Many of our cars match by colour which is ideal for larger wedding parties when you have lots of important guests and also provides fabulous photo opportunities. We also have cars by Alvis, Riley, Jaguar, Daimler, Morris Minor, VW Campervans and even a Mustang! They all make superb wedding cars that will catch the imagination of your wedding photographer and guests alike; and a classic car will never ‘date’ your wedding photographs. Whether you want to arrive in a cute Morris Minor, the opulence of a Rolls Royce or the luxury of an understated Bentley, we have beautiful cars at affordable prices. Ring us on 01759 368544 to arrange to view the cars.

Vintage Bus

Yorkshire Heritage Bus

www.yorkshireheritagebus.co.uk Arrive in true style on board a vintage wedding bus, a classic vehicle from The Yorkshire Heritage Bus Company Ltd. Planning a wedding always involves lots of lists, lots of decisions and lots of last minute panic. Hiring a vintage wedding bus to transport the wedding party is an easy decision that can help avoid the last minute panic of how Auntie Mabel is going to get to the ceremony! Yorkshire Heritage Buses and Coaches are always immaculately presented and can be decorated with bows and silk flowers which can be matched to your chosen colour scheme if required. Drivers are always polite, offer a personal service and are smartly dressed for your special day.

Cakes

Cake Creations www.cakecreationsbyjillfisher.co.uk With over 20 years experience, wedding cake designer Jill Fisher creates unique and beautiful cakes for every occasion. From concept to creation, Jill's attention to detail will ensure a stunning centrepiece on your special day. Each cake is as individual as you. Individually designed, created with passion, finished with flair.

Cakes for All Occasions

Cake Toppers

Carva Creations www.carvacreations.co.uk Designer and creator of elegant, unique and entirely bespoke handmade wedding cake Bride & Grooms. Each Bride & Groom is designed and crafted with the actual Bride & Groom as inspiration. Made from polymer clay, each model is tailored following reference photos of the gown, suit, hairstyles and bouquet. Once the gown is put away for safe keeping after the wedding, these ornamental snapshots can also serve as an elegant memory of the bride and groom on their beautiful day.

Music

Alice French 07508 520786 (01439) 748345 alice_french@hotmail.co.uk

Alice is an extremely experienced harpist, who aims to add that certain extra something to your special event. She has provided back and foreground music extensively across the UK, at events ranging from weddings and cocktail parties, to official opening ceremonies. Alice has a diverse repertoire to suit all tastes, which runs from Classical, to Folk and Blues, to Popular tunes. She holds a performance Diploma, and is a previous regional champion of the prestigious Harrogate Competitive Festival for music, drama and dance.

Event Music Company

www.eventmusic.co.uk

Pavilion String Quartet

www.pavilionstringquartet.co.uk PAVILION MUSIC

String Quartet, Pianist, Duos, Trios, Soloists.

We can offer a string quartet,pianist,duos,trios and solo instrumentalists according to

the requirements and budget of your event.

For further details and a free consultation please contact JEAN HOTTON on 01845

525207 or 07890158584.

The Vernon Sisters www.thevernonsisters.com The Vernon Sisters are specialists in wedding entertainment, offering sparkling musical talent to create the perfect ambience for your ceremony, reception, wedding breakfast and fabulous shows for after-dinner dancing! Performing various genres of music, from Classical to Jazz, Swing to Motown & Soul, they have performed for/alongside: HRH Duke of Edinburgh, Will Young, Ruby Wax, HRH Princess Royal, Shane Ward, Russell Watson, Beverley Knight and many more. The sisters have been professional for over 12 years, they perform all over the world and love what they do. Please visit the website for testimonials, audio and video clips and get in touch to ensure that your wedding entertainment truly enhances the best day of your life. www.TheVernonSisters.com info@TheVernonSisters.com 0845 468 0488 +44 (0)7947 575 069

Wedding Planning

The Angels www.the-angels.com

The Angels Eventsspecialise in charity balls, corporate events, weddings, bar mitzvahs, fashion shows, anniversaries and birthday celebrations. We are committed to providing quality events, with an unrivalled service, tailored to your budget. We can manage every detail from finding the venue to the icing on your cake. Our team want to help you create the most perfect event that you will never forget. The Angels Style

Attention to detail and precision sparked the beginning of ‘Angels Style’ where our styling items can be transformed to provide your event with an incomparable look. Choose from our extensive prop hire catalogue of unique furniture with over 5,000 exquisite chic items which can be utilised to achieve your ideal look, turning your dreams into a reality.

White Wedding Company

www.whiteweddingcompany.com ‘’Beautiful weddings ……. planned to perfection”. At White Wedding Company (Yorkshire) our passion and experience for designing and creating fabulous weddings, events and celebrations has made us one of Yorkshire’s leading wedding planners.

Health and Beauty

Fab and Fit

Goody’s Hair Salon

Goodys

Goodys hair salons have over 30 years experience in creating timeless wedding hair for all the wedding party including bridesmaids and mother of the bride. We offer hair and make up for your wedding day either in the salon, at your home or on location. We will work with you on the run up to your wedding to make sure that everything is perfect for your big day. Please contact Natalie at Goodys Norton on 01653 695627.

Jo Malone www.jomalone.co.uk

Lauren Sally www.laurensally.co.uk Lauren is one of Yorkshire's leading make-up artists specialising in Bridal and Photographic make-up. After working in the wedding industry for over 7 years she has transformed literally hundreds of faces. Lauren works with you to achieve a 'more polished version of you' whilst keeping you calm and organised in the run-up to your wedding as well as (most importantly) on the big day! Using all the brand leaders including the latest Airbrushing foundation Lauren will ensure your make-up stays flawless all day.

Nicola Richards www.nicolarichardshair.co.uk Nicola Richards is a freelance professional Hair Stylist specialising in editorial, fashion & bridal hair. Nicola has 12 years experience, She has worked on London fashion week, educated hairdressing audiences across Europe, and has styled the hair of brides both across the UK and abroad, Nicola has a wealth of experience. Her work and photoshoots have been published in trade and press magazines alike, most notably her work has featured in Vogue. You can rest assured that whatever the job might be, Nicola is well prepared and equipped to wow with her considerable skills.

Stationary

Noble Fine Art www.noblefineart.co.uk ‘Noble Fine Art are proud to present their unique range of letterpress wedding stationery. Their award winning design and printing is the most exquisite way to present your guests with a glimpse of the big day to come. They offer everything from simple elegance to bespoke sophistication for every budget.’ Tel. 01325 378133 or visit www.noblefineart.co.uk

Stupid Cupid www.stupidcupid.co.uk

Here at StupidCupid we pride ourselves on creating stunning wedding stationery to complement your big day. Whether your style is classic, contemporary, glamorous or maybe just that little bit different, StupidCupid has it all! Our exquisite invitation designs are available in four unique styles and are professionally printed on quality art-board so they feel just as good as they look! Your stationery is fully personalised, coordinated to your chosen colour scheme and is beautifully complemented with our matching stationery range including thank-you cards, place cards and order of service. If you would like something a little extra special, why not take advantage of our bespoke service and we’ll create a range just for you. Whatever you choose, we promise to work with you every step of the way because we pride ourselves on putting just as much love and care into your invites as we did our own.

Furniture Hire

Blacks www.eventfurniture.com

The Supplier of all event furniture to Castle Howard – and provides an excellent service Black Event Furniture Ltd are based close to the City of York and can supply a wide range of high quality banquet chairs, tables and other event furniture for both private and corporate events across Yorkshire and throughout the United Kingdom.

Hotels

Talbot Hotel www.talbotmalton.co.uk

The Talbot Hotel has recently been fully restored. Classic British design now meets traditional values of comfort and unobtrusive service for an elegant hotel with bedrooms, landscaped gardens and a great restaurant. In fully restoring the Talbot Hotel, we have created 26 individual bedrooms – each one capturing the elegant spirit of a property that is more than 300 years old, whilst meeting your expectations for complete comfort and convenience. You'll find sumptuous beds, the finest linen, modern bathrooms and luxury toiletries, set to Vivien Greenock's imaginative interior designs.

With Malton-born chef James Martin now in charge of the kitchen, the Talbot Hotel tops the list of must-visit places for local and visiting gastronomes."North Yorkshire is in my blood," he says. "And I've been thrilled to see my home town of Malton build a reputation as a foodie destination based on the abundance of growers and producers in the area."

"Guests can look forward to finding all my favourite Yorkshire produce on the menu from Wakefield rhubarb to Whitby crab." The menu at the Talbot changes regularly to take advantage of the seasons. Dishes are produced with flair by a team of highly trained chefs and served in a professional yet understated manner.

Disco and Lighting

Abbey Sound and Light and Disco

www.abbeysoundandlight.co.uk

Suppliers of all Castle Howard’s wedding mood lighting and AV systems. Come to the fair to see how we can mood light the party in the Grecian Hall. Created in 2001 the company has gone from strength to strength providing a professional service and support on all kinds of events. With our 2 depots at Selby, North Yorkshire and Castleford, West Yorkshire. With easy access to the major motorway networks we are able to give full UK coverage and beyond. We provide sound, lighting, Audio Visual, Power Distribution, Staging, Starcloths, Dancefloors, Outdoor Architectural lighting.

Elite Dukebox

Photo Booth

Luxury Booth Hire www.luxurybooth.com Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! With wedding planning well under way, you are probably looking for something a little different to share with your friends and family. Luxury Booth offers a unique way of inviting your guests to create something personal for you to treasure. Our Premium Photo booths are ideal, adding a fun and entertaining element for your guests, while at the same time capturing messages and well wishes into your stunning guestbook from your friends and family. Not only will guests have a fantastic time making your memento of the special day, they also get a copy of the fun photographs for themselves. Guests can enter the booth as many times as they like receiving a print each time.

Publications

The Wedding Guide www.theweddingguideuk.com

Would you like the chance to win a dream holiday? Then visit our stand to enter The Bride of The Year competition, receive a £100 holiday voucher and a FREE copy of The Wedding Guide magazine - everything you’ll need to help plan your big day.

Yorkshire Bride Magazine

www.weddinglink.co.uk

The Magazine for Weddings in Yorkshire, BRIDE, from the publishers of Yorkshire Life and North East Life, is the ‘brides bible’, the essential guide to the wedding professionals from Yorkshire who will turn your dreams into a reality. The magazine is bursting with ideas to inspire you, along with Real Life Weddings and competitions.

Accessories

Little Gem www.little-gem.org.uk

Little Gem is a new company in the North East of England which aims to provide quality jewellery for affordable prices. We aim to please, and value the feedback of our customers. Happy shopping and we look forward to seeing you soon.

Love from Miss Darcy

www.lovefrommissdarcy.com 'Love from Miss Darcy' creates beautiful handmade couture bridal garters. Designed with attention to exquisite detail and quality, our creations are a romantic keepsake, to be treasured forever.

The Wedding Affair

Wine Suppliers

Majestic Wines http://www.majestic.co.uk/york Finding the perfect wedding wine for your big day can be a hugely stressful experience. It's an important part of the day to get right, and not many people have much experience buying wine in such large quantities. Here at Majestic, all of our staff are experts so we can help you pick the perfect wines to match your food to guarantee they go down well with your guests. We can also remove the hassle of worrying about how to get the wine to the venue by providing free delivery to your venue, as well as offering a free glass and chiller bin hire service. So here at Majestic Wine, the UK's biggest and best retailer of wine by the mixed case, we have developed a tailored Weddings service, which uses our knowledge and expertise to help every couple find that match made in heaven.

Vines Wonderful Wine Bar

www.vines-winebar.co.uk Wow your guests with our Vintage ‘pop up’ Wine & Champagne Bar. Serving from our beautifully converted, iconic, Citroen H Van. We offer you an individual bar service perfect for your special day. With a drinks menu tailored to your exacting tastes, we can include a bespoke drinks package perfect for summer, winter, indoor or outdoor weddings.

Marquee Hire

Your Marquees www.your-marquee.co.uk ‘Premium quality wedding marquee hire with exceptional customer service’

The finest quality wedding marquees with unique features to set them apart from our

competitors.

Finalists in the York Press Business Awards 2011

Average age of equipment is less than two years

Lots of testimonials from hay customers

Free no obligation site visits

“Thanks so much Henry to you and your team for making Emma and Geoff’s day so

special, the marquee was fantastic, we feel so lucky to have found you.” – P. Lupton,

York.

Videographer

Story of Your Day www.storyofyourday.co.uk

Story of Your Day

Your Day, Your Film

More than a film, its the story of your wedding. Every wedding is different. Every couple is unique. I’ll capture the essence of your day and each bespoke film will tell your individual story. Your day will fly by and if you blink you’ll miss it. This is a chance to look back, remember the day and he cherish those special moments forever. I am Emma Wilson and I own and run Story of your Day. It’s my belief that your film should be short and sweet – something you and your loved one will enjoy as well as your family and friends.

The Big Day Film Company

www.thebigdayfilmcompany.co.uk

Bridal Shops

Bridlington Bridal Gallery

www.bridlingtonbridalgallery.co.uk Kelly & Carol at Bridal Gallery pride themselves on attention to detail ensuring you and your bridal party have an enjoyable and exciting experience as you begin to plan for your wedding day. Our hand selected collections of Award Winning Wedding Dresses by Watters, Amanda Wyatt, Donna Lee Designs, Eternity, Sweetheart and Lou Lou Brides, Bridesmaids, Glitzy Secrets and Ivory & Co Accessories and Shoes from Rainbow Club & Perfect by VT are showcased in a beautifully modern boutique with a relaxed informal atmosphere. We are sure you will feel at ease to browse, try on & find the perfect wedding dress.

Menswear Hire

Greenwoods www.1860.com Greenwoods is synonymous with quality formal Menswear. We are one of the UK’s largest independent retailers and hire specialists with over 87 stores nationwide, we are now proud to extend our exceptional range by introducing a 3 piece luxury grey silk suit.

Jewellers

Annabel Everett

Nota Bene Jewellery www.notabenejewellery.com

Nota Bene Jewellery is all about creating a look that is individual to you. Our Patent Pending designs allow the elegant drop charms to be interchanged between pendants and earrings creating many different looks from a few key pieces. Our Classic Collection is handmade in 18ct gold and set with diamonds, precious stones and pearls in the world renowned Hatton Garden, London. Our latest Silver Collection features pendants, bracelets and our stunning Opulence Collection’s detachable chandelier earrings, set in topaz – as featured recently in The Mail on Sunday’s You Magazine.

Townsend Jewellers www.townsendfinejewellers.com

Crepes

I Love Crepes www.ilovecrepes.co.uk

I Love Crêpes provide you with your very own crêperie, providing an unlimited service with a menu tailored to you. An alternative catering service setting you apart from other weddings you can choose crepes filled with your favourite treats from maltesers to flake and cream to the popular Lemon and Sugar. Our versatility continues as we can also provide an array of savoury crêpes again tailored to you.