Trusted Suppliers
Please find below Gildings Barns Trusted Suppliers.
All our suppliers are locally based and work closely with Gildings Barns.
Photographers
Surrey-based Defining Moments Photography creates award-winning, natural and contemporary wedding photography with a documentary story-telling approach. So that the moments of today become the memories of tomorrow, and you can relive the day and all its emotions time and time again.
Tel: 07884 092111
www.definingmoments.co.uk
The Light Painters
The Light Painters are a husband and wife wedding photography and video team with a fun and relaxed, natural documentary style creatively capturing your story as it unfolds and your day and the emotion exactly how you felt it to be.
Murray Clarke
Murray Clarke is an award-winning wedding photographer shooting weddings across Surrey, Sussex the UK and abroad. He combines artistic reportage with a natural and contemporary style of portraiture. He works tirelessly to capture the emotion and spontaneous moments of your nuptials in a relaxed and unobtrusive manner, creating beautiful fine art images that you will admire forever. With a background in shooting documentaries for broadcast television, Murray strives to capture memories that reflect your unique personalities in an artistic way.
Tel: 07885 822226
Sally Lane, Someplacenice Photography
Sally Lane is a Surrey and Sussex based wedding photographer. Her aim is simple...to provide you with photographs that capture beautiful memories and tell the story of your day.
Celebrant
Jenny Knight is the Surrey wedding celebrant and founder of Knight Ceremonies. She writes and conducts completely bespoke and personal ceremonies for couples across the south east. Professionally trained and insured, she has 22 years' experience as a wedding planner and consultant which allows her to guide you through the flow of your ceremony and indeed can provide useful information to enable you to plan the rest of your special day.
Unlike registrars, celebrants are able to conduct ceremonies, anywhere, at anytime and containing any music or wording that you choose. The ceremony can be as formal or relaxed as you like, and can include elements of the traditional (exchange of vows and rings etc), and even more unusual or off-beat ideas!
www.knightceremonies.co.uk
www.facebook.com/knightceremonies
Wedding Planners
At Silver Thread Events our aim is to create truly memorable moments, each as unique as those at the heart of them. Having worked together at some of London's most prestigious venues including Kensington Palace, Hampton Court Palace and Tate Britain we have brought our love of events to the country.
We are based in Reigate and pride ourselves on thriving in an industry that celebrates life's special moments and we can't wait to hear about yours!
Tel: 07825 683262 / 07507 670700
Wedding Dresses
A stunning bridal boutique in the heart of Dorking, located in the main shopping high street. Offering first class service, a friendly and warm welcome and private appointments, Hannah offers her brides an exclusive and unforgettable experience with their nearest and dearest. With a wide variety of unique and stylish gowns, BRIDE by Aster offers a relaxed atmosphere and the chance to feel totally at ease in your very own fantasy dressing room.
Tel: 01306 880 567
Wedding Make-Up
Kimberley is Makeup Artist Of The Year for the South East of England in the Wedding Industry Awards 2020.
Kimberley is based in Horsham, West Sussex. As a bridal and special occasion makeup artist, she provides a relaxed, professional and friendly service. Her aim is to make every client look and feel naturally beautiful.
The art of good makeup application is the understanding of makeup products and their suitability on various skin types. This knowledge comes from experience and extensive training.
Kimberley has a wealth of experience in bridal makeup in the UK and abroad, creating different looks ranging from natural, vintage, boho and red carpet.
Tania is a highly experienced makeup artist specialising in Airbrush makeup and has over 20 years experience in makeup application. Weddings are her passion and she has a wealth of knowledge regarding them as she has worked with hundreds of Brides/Bridesmaids & Mum's of the Bride over the years and she loves to show her clients how amazing they can look. Tania loves to create looks to suit her clients and can create looks that are soft, dreamy and natural or smokey and full on glamour!
Tania decided in 2019 to turn her kit completely Cruelty Free, and also has a large selection of Vegan products within her kit.
Wedding Industry Awards Regional Finalist for London and The South East 2014/15/16/17/2018
BrideBook 2019 Gold Award Winner
To find out more information and to see pictures of her Brides please visit her Website or Instagram page.
www.taniaclaire.com
www.instagram.com/taniaclaire_makeupartist
Wedding Hair
Felicity Wells (Flo)
Hair obsessed, trend follower with over 15 years experience in the industry.
Flo has loved following the latest fashion trends and hairstyles, which is what makes her job become much more than a job. Over the last 5 years she has built up her own business, growing through recommendations and service alone.
Flo is based in Horley, but when you are freelancing you often have to follow the work. When it comes to wedding/bridal hair, this becomes her greatest passion, as she loves working with sophisticated and intricate styles, but of course simple can also be glam! She knows the importance of having a hair that “suits” your face, makes you feel beautiful and of course lasts the full day of your wedding.
Flo is happy to work through a consultation before any commitment to wedding trials.
www.instagram.com/felicity_wells_hair
Tel: 07763 572722
Connect with Felicity Wells Hair on Instagram, Twitter & Facebook
Beckies Bridal Hair
Beckie is a mobile wedding hairdresser, based in the West Sussex and Surrey areas. She specialises in wedding hair styles, bridal hairdressing, proms & formal parties. She has a mission to deliver salon quality, styling and hair up options to people who want quality hairstyles outside the confines of quality salons.
Trained to cut hair and colour by City and guilds in salon with extra courses such as L’Oreal , 365, Matrix and Paul Mitchell, Beckie is used to producing top quality results in high pressure environments, so is equipped to work on several clients to a deadline.
Beckie provides a personal and tailored service to make every bride feel incredible. She creates amazing and romantic styles to make any dream wedding look become reality.
Tel: 07879 840105
www.instagram.com/beckies_bridal_hair
www.facebook.com/beckiesbridalhair
Goldfinger Wedding Rings
A family jewellery designer and manufacturer. Offering a home service, bringing to your home over 500
samples to try on, a fun, informative evening to find your rings to wear forever. We deliver to your home once your rings are made.
Tel: 0207 405 7590 or 01403 733638
Wedding Jewellery
Wedding Cars
Deluxe Wedding Cars
Deluxe Wedding Cars is a family run business offering classic VW Split screen campers & Morris Minor convertibles for wedding car hire in Sussex, Surrey, Kent & London. Established in 2013 our ethos of offering the highest customer care and attention to detail remains the same to this day and is backed up by being awarded Wedding Transport Supplier Of The Year 2017 for London and the South East in the industry recognised TWIA awards.
Tel: 07757 965 435
Wedding Cakes
Hetty's Cake House creates beautiful cakes of the highest standard, whilst combining a fair price for the quality of work received. Helen specialises in traditional to contemporary wedding cakes as well as designing and making pretty cookie favours which can each be personalised and used as table place settings. Complimentary tasting consultations are available to book on request, please get in touch for more information.
Tel: 01403 790376 | 07825 987084
Putty Cakes
Putty Cakes is a fully stocked specialist SugarCraft retail shop, selling high quality Tools, Icings, Cake Boards, Cake Boxes, Edible and Non-Edible Decorations, Cake Tin Hire, a huge selection of Food Colours, Petal Dusts, Glitters etc, and much more, all for the beginner and experienced Cake Decorators.
An International Gold award winning cake decorator/designer. Known in the cake world as ‘The Bagman’
We will happily take custom orders for parties, weddings and special occasions.
“Putty Cakes, Putty Cakes, Baker’s Man, making yummy things, as fast as he can!”
Tel: 01293 863600
Wedding Flowers
Hedgerose & Honeysuckle design and deliver exquisite floral installations using luxury silk flowers. Specialists in creating romantic settings, they work with a huge variety of high-end silk flowers. These installations include floral garlands that can adorn the barn entrance or twist around the columns within. The floral archways, Moongate or crescent make unforgettable backdrops for romantic ceremonies, top tables and evening photos. The beauty of silk flowers is that they are flexible, forgiving, reusable and affordable. Hedgerose & Honeysuckle will build these wonderful installations at your convenience then remove, repack and be on their way the next day.
Tel: 07810 640749
Anita is the founder and florist of Vanilla Orchid Flowers.
Before pursuing all things and everything flowers, she worked as a medical doctor and GP in London and Surrey. Having a passion for medicine and floristry in equal measure, was the turning point in her career change to a Weddings & Events Florist.
Creating beautifully bespoke arrangements for wedding couples & special events is the inspiration behind Vanilla Orchid Flowers. So she is hoping the rest of 2020/2021 will be kinder to us all and looking forward to planning and creating statement florals for your special day and events.
If you have a wedding or intimate event coming up and you would like to get in touch, she would love to hear from you!
www.vanillaorchidflowers.co.uk
vanillaorchidflowers@outlook.com
Instagram @vanillaorchidflowers
Facebook @vanillaorchidflowers
Bramble and Belle
Bramble and Belle specialise in creating beautiful wedding flowers. Based only a few minutes from Gildings Barn in Newdigate, we are passionate about what we do and provide a bespoke service designed around your ideas and budget. We are passionate about the flowers we provide, from beautiful bridal flowers and table centrepieces, through to larger installations such as large floral urn arrangements, flower or foliage arches and garlands. All designed to reflect you as a couple and to bring enjoyment to everyone on your wedding day.
Tel: 07713 154646
Wedding Stationery
Printmates is a bespoke company that has been established for over 28 years and are based near Redhill, Surrey. They offer high quality, competitive printing with fast turn around and delivery. Experts in wedding stationery which will enhance your special day.
Tel: 01737 773755
Lighting & Sound
Creative Spark has an exclusive partnership with Gildings Barns for all your lighting and sound requirements at your weddings and events.
A family run company with over 15 years' worth of experience and knowledge, working with you to help create the day you've dreamed of is their main priority. They are very proud to be the exclusive supplier at Gildings Barns and love the effect that lighting has in all of the different spaces. Dan and Claire have lots of suggestions to create the perfect atmosphere for your special day so get in touch and see how they can help.
Tel: 01342 457220
Entertainment
The following entertainers, agencies and DJ's are all approved to perform at Gildings Barns and have received high recommendations from our clients. You are welcome to use any of these for your event at Gildings Barns. If you wish to use others performers please obtain approval from the Gildings Barns first. Please note that Gildings Barns is not suitable for rock bands or groups of more than five and these are therefore unfortunately not permitted.
All Town Music
‘All Town Music’ live music agency
From exciting wedding bands that’ll have you dancing all night, to intimate ceremony music that will take your guests’ breath away… All Town Music can do it all! We’ll work closely with you to create an unforgettable day of live music tailored just for your wedding. Then we’ll take care of all the nitty gritty details behind the scenes, providing everything from PA systems to DJs to speech microphones, so that you can focus on what’s most important - celebrating your marriage with your family and friends! Just take a look at our most popular acts to see what we’re all about.
Tel: 020 7043 2343
www.alltownmusic.com
enquiries@alltownmusic.com
‘Uptown Showdown’ show band
Uptown Showdown deliver the biggest Pop, Soul, Motown, Funk & Disco hits with an infectious energy that will keep you dancing until your feet hurt! Equipped with wireless microphones, the band's vocalists & horn section roam into the crowd and engage your guests in sing-alongs, dance choreography and unique audience participation, even performing your chosen First Dance live for a truly unique & personal night of entertainment.
www.alltownmusic.com/uptownshowdown
‘The Rock & Strollers’ roaming acoustic band
From the moment these charming showmen break into song, you’ll be singing, dancing & laughing along like old friends busking round a campfire! Armed with just their instruments and a sharp fedora, The Rock & Strollers bring the party to you, roaming from table to table and guest to guest with their fully-unplugged performances. Got a request? Chances are they’ll take it in their stride. So capture that care-free festival feeling and come along for a riotous ride with The Rock & Strollers!
www.alltownmusic.com/therockandstrollers
‘Crimson Keys’ acoustic duo
You’ll never forget the moment you walked down the aisle with an intimate live performance from Crimson Keys. Learning and performing your choice of special songs for your processional, signing and exit music, they blend beautiful vocals with graceful piano accompaniment, and are uniquely suited to the romance of a wedding. Crimson Keys can also create a relaxing & enjoyable atmosphere for your drinks reception or wedding breakfast with their selection of well-known Soul & Pop songs.
www.alltownmusic.com/crimsonkeys
‘Miles High’ jazz band
Kick-start your wedding celebrations in style! Let live jazz band Miles High set the scene for your champagne reception, as you welcome your guests and enjoy your first moments as newly-weds. Miles High can perform either as an instrumental group led by saxophone and trumpet, or with the addition of sultry jazz vocals. The band also has a flexible line-up ranging from the full 5-piece down to smaller duos & trios of your favourite instruments.
Bryony Moody - Cellist Fendt Ensemble
Fendt Ensemble is a high quality string ensemble, offering sophisticated music for weddings, private parties and corporate events. Led by cellist Bryony Moody, Fendt Ensemble is based in the South of England and regularly performs in the area. With a mix of classical, pop and tv/film music with either solo cello, string trio/quartet, cello & guitar or cello & harp, you are guaranteed to find a package that suits your needs.
Based locally to Gildings Barns, Bryony works closely with clients to ensure the perfect musical accompaniment to their occasion.
Tel: 07729 112089
DJ2K Professional Wedding DJs
DJ2K are a Multi Award Winning Professional Wedding DJ & Mobile Disco Specialist. As trusted suppliers for Gildings Barns, DJ2K are experienced and very passionate about the entertainment for your big day. Consultations available free of charge upon request.
Winners of Best DJ Category - London & The South East
The Wedding Industry Awards 2014
Voted in the Top 5 Most Popular DJ Companies Worldwide
Wedding Expert Awards 2015
Tel: 0800 783 2928
Brass Beats
Stuck between a DJ or live band? Then Brass Beats is the choice for you. An incredible DJ with a rip-roaring brass section - you'll be blown away by the sounds spun to your dance floor. Giving you that all-singing all-dancing experience, imagine the DJ playing your number one Earth Wind & Fire or Stevie Wonder tracks, with the brass section right in front of you, and you’re there! With musicians who have worked with Chaka Kahn and Christina Aguilera, state-of-the-art PA system and impressive synchronised LED lighting, Brass Beats will give you a party to remember!
Tel: 07849 120104
Tom Hancock Magic
Tom is a great ice breaker and will draw people together, bringing laughter, amazement and pure astonishment enabling your event to get into full swing. His entertainment creates a memorable day which will not be forgotten.
Tel: 07528 676455
Lord Geoffrey The Balloon Man
Balloon Modelling for All NOT just for children!
A professional entertainer, Lord Geoffrey has many years of experience working extensively in the UK, Europe and the US. Balloon Modelling by Lord Geoffrey is ideal entertainment for parties, company and corporate events and exhibitions.
Tel: 07941 638473
Venue Styling
Stressfreehire is a creative venue styling company, providing exquisite event design and décor for weddings & parties and they love working at Gildings Barns! Put simply, their aim is to make events look stunning and feel effortless.
Using their 25 years of experience, extensive warehouse full of beautiful, hand-sourced props and their creative imagination, they can work together with you to design and deliver an event that wows your guests and creates incredible memories. They will be there beside you throughout your planning, and will set-up and clear away everything on the day, leaving you to have the most amazing day of your lives.
They believe every wedding and event should be Stressfree!
Tel: 0207 610 1060
WhatsApp: 07769 695651
Whatever the celebration and whatever the size, they can bring your chosen venue to life with their stunning array of decorations and accessories.
Glitz & Glamour pride themselves on producing innovative displays with colourful, printed and unique balloons at competitive prices.
Setting the scene to your requirements they also have a range of beautiful backdrops creating the most incredible atmosphere along with high quality table decorations to match and complete your chosen theme.
We know that event planning can be an extremely stressful time, so let us help ease that pressure. They will ensure they help plan and create the best celebration you’ve ever had.
Tel: 01883 744433
Honeymoon Travel
Designed4Travel
Designed4Travel offers a range from budget to luxury holidays to some of the most exciting destinations in the world, including Africa, Australia and New Zealand, Europe, Far & Middle East, Indian Ocean and the USA.
As an independent family run business we always put our clients first. We want to find "YOUR PERFECT" holiday, we take the time to find out what you want and ensuring every single aspect of your holiday is absolutely perfect.
We advise you about any offers that enhance your stay even further.
Tel: 01306 776008