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, Let s Celebrate !at Best Western Castle Green Hotel in Kendal
Our guide to planning your ultimate occasion
www.castlegreen.co.uk 01539 734000
Cover: Paul McDowell This page and middle: Bowness Wedding Photography Food: Steve Dixon
The celebrations start here....
“Everything was perfectand turned out better
than we would have everimagined.”
Phillips Wedding, June 2010.
There are certain milestones where aspecial celebration is essential.
Whether you are arranging yourwedding, a special anniversary orlandmark birthday or a christening partyyou want everything to be perfect.
We have a wealth of experience inplanning many different types ofevents giving you professional adviceand guidance to make yourcelebration a truly amazing occasion.
Wedding Receptions
Photography: Andy Harrison
Finding the right venue for your weddingis the most important part toplanning your special day. We ensurethat you have your perfect wedding inevery possible way, from a red carpetwelcome to a personal host for the day.
“Everything we asked forwas fulfilled brilliantly
and we could notfault a thing.”
Chaplow Wedding, June 2010.
Floristry byCARMEN
With over 15 years of experience in small and large wed-dings, you will receive a highly professional and personal service, with guaranteed satisfaction...
I look forward to meeting you for a personal consultation at either the flower stall or at your wedding venue. We can
discuss your ideas, wishes, and plans, and then together acheive perfection. Carmen.
The Flower StallWestrmorland Shopping Centre,
Kendal, Cumbria,LA9 4LR
01539 74157507715707784
www.FloristrybyCarmen.com
Civil Ceremonies
Photography: Bowness Wedding Photography
We have a number of stylish, wellpresented ceremony rooms. Most havean aisle for you to make your grandentrance, and all are beautifullydecorated.
For a truly romantic scene, our weddinggazebo set within our maturelandscaped gardens is a setting toremember forever.
“The whole day wasmagical from ceremony to
evening party”Brierley Wedding, May 2010.
© Chris Freer
Look and feel your very best...“Congratulations”, you are planningyour wedding. Let Debonair help &
advise you on achieving your perfectlook. With over 20 years experience we
believe all clients deserve to feelpampered & relaxed and our aim is to
make sure you get the results you want.
Bespoke Service, available at• the Salon• the Home• the Hotel
Late night opening• Wednesday & Thursday
18 Wildman Street, Kendal01539 722749 www.debonairhairdressing.co.uk
Julia Tasker
Bridal Couture
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showcasing the finest in bridal design & couture
SASSI HOLFORD bridal couture
UGO ZALDI bride
Ritva Westenius london
Paloma Blanca
PEPE BOTELLA
Julia Tasker Bridal Couture. Shop 3, North Terrace, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria LA23 3AU
Tel: 015394 46900 email: [email protected] www.juliataskerbridal.co.uk
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Over these pages we have compiled a list of some of thefinest local suppliers who will help you organise the integralparts of your event.
Best Western Castle Green Hotel has worked with these companiesover a number of years, though we strongly advise enquirers seektheir own assurances before taking up services.
To hold your civil ceremony at the hotel you must contactour local registrar.
As this is the legal part of the marriage it can only be doneby the bride and groom.
Susan OliverSuperintendant RegistrarCounty OfficesKendalCumbriaLA9 4RQTel: 01539 713567
Hallmark
2 Elephant Yard, Kendal, LA9 4QQ01539 [email protected]
Find the very best local selection of wedding stationary and gifts inthis family owned Kendal store. They are also one of a handful ofqualified balloon decorators in the U.K.
Frothimoon Beauty Room
106 Highgate, Kendal, LA9 4HE01539 736273www.frothimoon.co.uk [email protected]
Frothimoon Beauty Room look forward to relaxing your mind, bodyand soul from the pressure of everyday life. Let them indulge youwith their range of pamper collections, signature treatments andeveryday essentials.
The Green Rooms
The Green Rooms at the Castle Green Hotel, Kendal, LA9 6RG01539 797016Open 7 days a week
☆Wedding make-up ☆ Hen parties/ pamper parties☆ Gelish/shellac gel nails ☆ Fake bake tans☆ Manicures ☆ Crystal Clear microdermabration☆ Pedicures ☆ Massages & Facials
Bridal Houses Celebration Cakes
Photographs L to R: Anthony Mercer Paul McDowell Paul & Gilli Photography
Frothimoon Bridal Room
106 Highgate, Kendal, LA9 4HE01539 736273www.frothimoon.co.uk [email protected]
Frothimoon Bridal Room look forward to welcoming the bride,groom and their party with the aim to make the start of yourpreparations an exciting experience, that will last through to the dayitself.
Jennifer Pritchard Couchman Design
Studio 10, Storey Creative Industries Centre, Lancaster, LA1 1TH.www.jenniferpritchardbridal.co.uk [email protected]
Jennifer has run a successful Bridal, Evening and Womenswear designcompany for the past 15 years.
Julia Tasker Bridal Couture
Shop 3, North Terrace, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3AU015394 46900www.juliataskerbridalcouture.co.uk [email protected]
One of the North West's premier bridal boutiques, stocking top UKand World Wide designers. Offering a professional and unrivalledone to one service, everything is aimed at providing the best bridalretail experience in the region. Couture design service also available.
Marrime
38 WoolpackYard, Kendal, LA9 4NG01539 729500www.marrime.co.uk [email protected]
Kendal based Marrime truly is a wedding dress shop with adifference. Large and luxuriously appointed, Marrime is dedicated toproviding a personalised and enjoyable bridal retail experience forthe entire wedding party.
Mears Ghyll Bridal Rooms
Brookhouse Road, Brookhouse, Lancaster, LA2 9JP01524 770437www.mearsghyll.co.uk [email protected]
Mears Ghyll Bridal Rooms specialises in looking after clients with apersonal, caring service that's truly exceptional. Stocking anextensive choice of exquisite designer wedding gowns andbridesmaids' dresses, Mears Ghyll Bridal Rooms also offers shoes,veils, tiaras and jewellery.
The Icing On The Cake
Unit 1c, Dowkers Lane, Kendal, Cumbria01539 735591www.theicingonthecakes.co.uk
Debbie Cowan of The Icing On The Cake has been creatingexquisite celebrations since 2000. All her cake creations are made toorder from the finest ingredients. Call her on 01539 735591.
As one of the foremost Lake District wedding photographers I am ideally located to be able to offer my photography services all across the North of England. I have photographed weddings at renowned Lake District wedding venues such as, Armathwaite Hall, Lodore Falls Hotel, Greenhills Hotel, Inn On The Lake, Slaley Hall, Hunday Manor, Hundith Hill, Muncaster Castle, Cragwood, Merewood, Langdale Chase Hotel, Winder Hall, Rydal Hall and The Castle Green Hotel.
All of my Lake District wedding photography packages include a DVD containing all of your photographs. This is something I �rmly believe everybody should receive from their wedding day without incurring further, unfair costs. It is my promise to you to offer a professional, non-intrusive, friendly service with high quality results.
Car Hire Entertainment Floristry Gift Lists Hairdressers
Photographs L to R: Neil Turner David Lancaster Bowness Wedding Photography
Flowers By Arrangement
5 Library Road, Kendal, LA9 4QB01539 736700www.floristsofkendal.co.uk [email protected]
Meet Claire & the team at Flowers By Arrangement and getenthusiastic expert advice to help you choose your wedding flowers.We can tailor make a design which suits your day - from the simplestbuttonhole to the elaborate bridal bouquet. From modern totraditional, at Flowers By Arrangement we have it all - come and seeus, we love to talk weddings...
Room 19
71 Highgate, Kendal, LA9 4ED01539 737169
An extensive range of gifts to suit all tastes. In addition, they selltable decorations, bridal jewellery, hats and fascinators. Take time tobrowse through their fabulous showrooms.
Debonair
18 Wildman Street, Kendal, LA9 6EN 01539 722749www.debonairhairdressing.co.uk
A bespoke wedding service, (available in the salon, home or hotel)where you can enjoy the Debonair “experience”. Their highly trainedstylists ensure they leave you feeling relaxed, happy and confident -enabling you to enjoy your special day looking and feeling your verybest.
Parkers Cars
01539 729189www.parkersweddingcars.co.uk [email protected]
Parkers wedding cars provide the ultimate in white themed weddingcars. Their Rolls Royce and Daimler collection look stunning on theirown, or teamed together to make a formidable package for brideand groom and their attendants. Special offer available when Parkerswedding cars and Rachel Winter Photography Ltd are used together.
David Lancaster
01524 66913 0780 3040 897www.davidlancaster.co.uk [email protected]
Close Up magic is an innovative form of entertainment brilliantlysuited for parties and weddings. David’s magic can entertain yourguests and, at the same time, help break the ice. It is a wonderfulway for people to relax and enjoy themselves.
Floristry By Carmen
The Flower Stall, Westmorland Shopping Centre, Kendal, LA9 4LR.01539 741575 07715 707784. www.floristrybycarmen.com
Floristry by Carmen. Wedding Flower specialist based in Kendal, thegateway to the Lake District. With 15 years of experience in smalland large weddings, Carmen will work with you personally toachieve one thing – perfection.
beauty, holistic and nail salon
106 Highgate, Kendal • 01539 736273 • www.frothimoon.co.uk
Frothimoon beauty, holistic and nail salonwill look forward to relaxing your mind, bodyand soul from the pressure of everyday life.
Let us indulge you with our range ofpre-selected pamper collections,signature treatments and extensive list ofluxurious everyday essentials.
• Massage• Waxing• Eye Lash Extensions• Acrylic/Calgel Nail Extensions• Shellac• Minx• Micro dermabrasion facials• Wedding/Occasion Make-up
Come and unwind by yourself or bring afriend and enjoy this together in ourdouble beauty room.
Congratulations to you both onyour forthcoming marriage andthank you for considering us inhelping to provide your day withevery detail you need.
We are a family run companywith an aim to make the start of yourpreparations a happy experience, that willlast through to the day itself.
The Bride’s Dress – our range of BridalGowns have been carefully selected to fitany budget, any location – from beach tocastle – however the most importantelement is flexibility; enabling us to alter orchange material, threads and style... Thuscreating an individual dress that is bespokewith your dreams in mind. Our designersinclude Essence of Australia, True Bride,Nicki Flynn and Ronald Joyce.
Bridesmaid’s dresses – we stock a rainbow of colors,styles and sizes from adults toflower girls.
Accessories – our extensive range of shoescan be dyed Free of charge, handmadetiaras, jewellery and veils made using thefinest Swarovski crystals.
And not forgetting the groom andgroomsmen, who with our help can try onand choose the perfect look to complimenthis stunning bride.
Our specialized make up team can assist you
on the day, either in salon or at the venue of
your choice.
Jewellers Make-up Artists Musicians Outdoor Activities
Photographs L to R: Paul & Gilli Photography The Two of us Bowness Wedding Photography
Banks Lyon Jewellers Ltd
36 - 40 Church Street, Lancaster, LA1 1LH01524 381020 Fax 01524 844388
At Banks Lyon Jewellers of Lancaster you can be assured ofexceptional customer service along with one of the North’s largestarray of spectacular diamond engagement rings, wedding bands andwedding jewellery.
Browns The Jeweller
4a Elephant Yard, Kendal, LA9 4QQ01539 [email protected]
Wedding Rings from Browns.Browns have trawled the country in search of amazingcontemporary as well as the more traditional wedding rings. Theyhave secured the exciting Breuning and St Maurice ranges - all handmade in Germany, and much more !!
Sally-Ann Wright Jewellery
Studio 10, Storey Creative Industries Centre, Lancaster, LA1 1TH.www.sallyannwright.co.uk [email protected]
Sally creates beautiful bespoke hand made jewellery whichcompliments your gown or outfit perfectly.
Definitions Mobile Beauty
01539 733208 07867 847290 www.definitionsmobilebeauty.co.uk [email protected]
Enjoy the luxury of a Qualified Beauty Therapist & Make-up Artist,offering treatments in the comfort of your own home or venue,ataffordable prices. Using a wide range of products available to themarket I will help you look & feel great on your special day.
Music to enhance your special occasion
Yvette Price: 07932 962360 Gila Robinson: 01524 842539www.the2ofuslive.co.uk [email protected]
This talented duo can provide for you a versatile programme ofmusic for piano, flute and clarinet combinations. Their beautiful musicwill add elegance and style to your special day. Inclusive in theirbespoke service is a consultation to tailor their extensive repertoireto your specific requirements.
Holmescales Activity Centre
Holmescales Activity Centre, Old Hutton, Nr Kendal, LA8 0NB01539 722147www.holmescales.com [email protected]
Holmescales are specialists at Stag and Hen parties. Experience theexhilaration and adrenaline at Holmescales. Quad biking, paintball,clay shooting and tank driving are just a few of the activities on offer.Holmescales provide a full range of packages - contact WayneGreen for more details.
Centre: Ian Wood Photography Right: Paul McDowell
Flowers byArrangementFlorists of Kendal
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Flowers to enhance every occasion...
Our comprehensive service includes:• Bridal flowers• Bridesmaids’ bouquets• Church, reception flowers & cake arrangements• Buttonholes & corsages• Marquee flowers a speciality• Thank you gifts• For hire candelabra, bay trees, also glass vasesand mirrored plates for table settings
As a team we exchange ideas and skills,giving time and care to all the preparation.
Flowers by Arrangement5 Library Road, Kendal, Cumbria01539 736700 [email protected]
“You were so patient and helpful..”“The Marquee looked sensational & just as I
had dreamed.”
“Many thanks for the stunning Weddingflowers. They were absolutely perfect..”
Photographers
Photographs L to R: Rachel Winter Photography Ltd Safe Harbour Productions Steve Pendrill Photography
Bowness Wedding Photography by Lorraine
015394 44688 07887 994499www.bownessweddingphotography.co.uklorraine@bownessweddingphotography.co.uk
Local relaxed contemporary and stylish wedding photographyworking quickly and unobtrusively to achieve amazing results.Weddings from £299. Full coverage package available from £849.All images onto disk with release of copyright. Lorraine also coversparties, conferences and has a Civil Partnership companywww.LGphotography.co.uk
Chris Freer Photography
65 Kirkgate, Cockermouth, CA13 9PH01900 827243 07811 049866www.freerimages.co.uk [email protected]
As a full time professional wedding photographer Chris’ passion is tocapture, beautiful, imaginative photographs that you will cherish forthe rest of your lives.
David Hayward at The Granary Studio
The Granary Studio, Reagill, Penrith, CA10 3ER01931 715344 07734261937www.thegranarystudio.com [email protected]
Make your big day live forever with stunning wedding photographyfrom The Granary Studio, a talented husband and wife team with apassion for the perfect shot.
Ian Wood Photography
01539 738846 07968 791584 [email protected] www.ianwoodphotography.com
Ian Wood Photography @weddingtoglakes
Ian Wood is one of the North West's most exclusive and in demandWedding photographers. Creating modern, contemporary, timelessimages of your Wedding day. Ian's images will stand the test of time,to cherish forever.
Neil Turner Photography
015394 42729 07718 335501www.neilturnerphotography.co.uk [email protected]
Neil Turner Photography
Neil & Andrea have an unstuffy, yet professional approach to socialphotography. Capturing all your emotions - their stunning imagescome to life in engaging storybooks and breathtaking albums.Following an initial meeting and free test shoot, they have a simplephilosophy - good times last forever.
Paul McDowell Photography
5 The Mains, Stanley Street, Beetham, LA7 7AS015395 63317www.paulmcdowellphotography.co.uk
Paul McDowell has developed a relaxed, informal style ofphotography, capturing the day as it happens resulting in naturalshots that best match the atmosphere of the day. One, simplepackage keeps the whole process simple, and stress free.
DAVID LANCASTER
Entertainment
“Magic, performed within inches of your
guests, creates amazement and laughter and
you will be complimented on having found
such unusual entertainment for your party”
“Visit my website,
www.davidlancaster.co.uk
for more information”
01524 66913
0780 3040 897
Photographers contd. Videographers
Photographs L to R: Paul McDowell Garstang Studio Chris Freer
Paul & Gilli Photography
01539 887208 07808 [email protected]
YOUR WEDDING IS ONE DAY,BUT THE MEMORIES SHOULD LAST A LIFETIME ...
www.paulandgilliphotography.com
Rachel Winter Photography Ltd
01539 729189www.rachelwinterphotography.com [email protected]
Rachel is a long established, qualified (LBIPP), full time weddingphotographer and make up artist, offering a wealth of knowledgeand advice to all wedding couples. Creating beautiful bridal make upand beautifully captured images to bring out the true emotion ofyour day. Rachel also owns Parkers wedding cars alongside herhusband Steve. Special package price for joint bookings.
Steve Pendrill Photography
42 Beaumont Street, Lancaster, LA1 2JE01524 34257 07815 010426www.stevependrillphotography.com
“...Telling the story of your wedding in beautiful natural images, withthe minimum of fuss but the maximum attention to detail.Exceptionally friendly personal service. Clear & simple pricing. Alsoavaliable for school proms, private & corporate functions.”
Safe Harbour Productions
20 Kirkbarrow, Kendal, LA9 5DE01539 730934 07887764679www.safeharbourvideo.co.uk [email protected]
www.safeharbourproductions.blogspot.com/
An established and professional service, producing a beautifullyfilmed documentary of your big day. Well known for their nonintrusive approach, working quietly in the background, capturingthose moments which make your day so special and unique.
VCTC Beauty Therapist
& Make- Up Artist
I will help you look & feel
fantastic on your special day. Using
a wide range of make-up available
to the market, I can help you
enhance your natural beauty, giving
you a radiant look. Ready to meet
your groom, face the guests &
cameras for the day ahead.
Definitions offer a wide range of
luxurious treatments:
*facials
*manicure & pedicure
*lash & brow treatments
*massage
*aromatherapy
*waxing
*tanning
Names just a few.
New treatments added regularly
along with trend treatments.
From word go, Helen was friendly and
helpful. She really listened to what kind of
make-up I wanted and the result was
exactly what I had hoped for. Helen went
above & beyond what I expected of her,
even helping to lace up my dress. I really
felt like nothing was too much trouble and
I would highly recommend Helen,
"Definitions" to anyone.
Amy Castle Green Hotel October 2010
I just wanted to
thank you so much
for everything you
did for us on
Saturday. You really
have been amazing.
We had a lovely day,
full of laughter and
emotion - thanks to
your expertise, my
make-up stayed put!
Thank you so much
Helen, you really
lightened up the
room while we all
fell to pieces. Thank
you for being part
of my wedding day.
Shaz x
Castle Green Hotel
July 2010
Call Definitions
07867 847290
www.definitionsmobilebeauty.co.uk f
Photographs Amy: Bowness Wedding Photography Shaz: Chris Freer Beauty Shots: Ian Wood Photography
Gala Dinners and Award Evenings
Photography: Bowness Wedding Photography
At Best Western Castle Green Hotel wehave built a superb reputation forhosting prestigious local events.
Our Function House which canaccommodate up to 250 guests fordinner, with reception foyer and twobars it has been the venue for bothCumbria Tourism and The WestmorlandGazette's awards evenings and variousfundraising balls, fashion shows andexhibitions.
Steve Pendrill’s photographs have been inthe news for more than 25 years and nowhe wants to focus on putting your love storyin the picture….
Steve has established a successful weddingphotography business after years as arespected local press photographer andpart-time wedding photographer.
Steve Pendrill Photography provides honest,friendly advice and an exceptional personalservice. “I am passionate about my workand genuinely enjoy doing it, whichcustomers tell me comes across in myapproach,” says Steve. He actively involvescouples with the wedding photographywhich helps the bride and groom relax andfeel more confident.
Steve listens to what you want and designshis photographic service accordingly. Good advance planning is crucial. You need aphotographer who is highly organised andprepared for all eventualities. If not alreadyfamiliar with a wedding venue, Steve alwaysvisits before the big day, often with thecouple. “I walk round the venue andgrounds, taking a few sample shots andbuilding up ideas of where I might use forportrait and group locations,” says Steve.
Steve’s newspaper background is a greatasset when capturing the real essence ofyour wedding. His sharp eye is ready to
catch those once-in-a-lifetime momentswhich truly reflect the most important dayof your life. Past customers often commenton Steve’s sensitivity and unobtrusivenesstoo.... “I am always respectful and never stand infront of the top table during the speechesblocking the view of guests.” says Steve.“And when setting up group portraits, it’svital to be able to work quickly andcourteously, often using a bit of humour tomake it more fun.”
Whether your wedding will be simple orgrand, Steve Pendrill Photography has theperfect package; each one including a freeslideshow of your proofs. His high qualityalbums range from the simple and traditionalto the latest stunning digital storybooks, withprices to suit most budgets. Steve personallydesigns layouts for every digital album andyou can even proof the pages.
All your images can also be purchased on aprintable disc, so you can cheaply print yourown copies too.
For more information on how Steve PendrillPhotography can produce a lasting souvenirof your special day, visit Steve’s website atwww.stevependrillphotography.com orcontact him anytime on (01524) 34257.
Steve is also available for private andcorporate functions.
Birthdays, anniversaries and corporate entertaining
Main: Bowness Wedding Photography Middle & bottom: Andy Harrison
Our Kendal Suite can accommodate upto 80 guests with private foyer androof terrace and offers panoramic viewsover Kendal Castle and Lakeland Fells.
This room is perfect for a specialbirthday party, anniversary or christeningafternoon tea and has hosted manyprivate parties for local companies,particularly summer barbeques.
Safe Harbourproductions
The wedding and event video specialists in the English Lake District
.....filming yourBig Day
One of the most sought afterwedding specialists in the areaoffering an established andprofessional service, producing abeautifully filmed documentary ofyour big day.
Well known for our non intrusiveapproach, we work quietly in thebackground, treating each eventas a unique occasion, capturingthose moments which make yourday so special
01539 730934 07887 764679
www.safeharbourvideo.co.uk
“Deciding on booking you was quite possibly one of the best decisions of the entirewedding! We’ve got something we can watch again and again and cherish for yearsto come.” Katie & Lee
Christmas Parties
Middle: Andy Harrison
It's never too early to start planningyour festive celebration.
At Best Western Castle Green HotelKendal we can offer you a variety ofevents over the festive season to getyou into the Christmas spirit.
We offer two different parties, ourshared party nights with three-coursemeal, live entertainment and disco, orthe more informal buffet & bopoption so you can choose what's rightfor your group. Combining fabulousfood, great entertainment a qualityvenue and our famous hospitality, wehave everything you need to makeChristmas special.
You have dreamed about, researched, agonised over,planned, altered and then eventually - finalised.
You have anticipated, counted down,prepared, experienced and enjoyed.
You have had the time of your life.
Whatever we photograph - people parties places ...good times last forever!
To find out more about our approach tosocial photography contact Neil
015394 42729 07718 335501www.neilturnerphotography.co.uk
Wedding Fayre & Bridal Fashion Show - Spring 2012
Header: Andy Harrison Main: Bowness Wedding Photography
AN OPPORTUNITY TO VIEW THE FANTASTICFUNCTION ROOMS AT THE BEST WEDDING SHOW
IN THE LAKE DISTRICT
The Castle Green Wedding Fayre & Bridal Fashion Showtakes place on Sunday 19th February 2012
from 11:30am until 4:00pm.
Starring some of our best localwedding specialists and suppliers
Talk to our specialist cake suppliers • bespoke florists
hats and fascinator creators • beautiful wedding stationary suppliers
balloon display designers • purveyors of favours and chocolates
exclusive jewellery and wedding bands • limousines and traditional
wedding car hire • venue dressing • videographers • hairdressers
hen and stag parties • beauty therapists • magicians and entertainers
and a wide array of local photographers to capture
your wedding day memories
You really can’t miss it, so come along and join us
Call our wedding team on 01539 797004
See our website for a full list of exhibitors
Designer bridal wear by Alan HannahCharlotte Balbier, Jenny PackhamKate Sherford & Suzanne Neville.
Full range of bridesmaids’ dressesand accessories also available.
Cal l : 01524 770437
www.mearsghyll.co.uk
Brookhouse Road, Brookhouse, Lancaster LA2 9JP
Best Western Castle Green Hotel in Kendal
Castle Green Lane, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6RGt: 01539 734000 or t: 01539 797004 f: 01539 735522e: [email protected] www.castlegreen.co.uk