Catering Kitchen
As well as the catering fridge and freezer in the utility area in the house, our large catering kitchen at the back of the big party barn has everything your caterers need to put on a fantastic feast for you and your guests.
There are huge catering fridges, preparation tables, metal shelving, sinks and a metal anti slip floor. Plus double doors that open out on to the car park, making deliveries easy.
All you need to know about Ash Barton:
- Licensed for weddings and civil ceremonies
- Reception/party capacity for 200 people
- Indoor heated swimming pool
- Pets welcome (in our stables)
- Exclusivity guaranteed
- Sleeps 35+ residential guests
- Fully equipped games barn
- BBQ, fire pit & patios with garden chairs
- Over a mile to the nearest neighbour
- No curfew, no corkage
Another great week at Ash Barton...fun was had counting all the mirrors. 116 we think!
Vicky Barnett
Ash Barton Event Suppliers
Accommodation
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Croyde Coastal retreats
Beautiful lodges from our wonderful friends the Osborne family.
Sue Maddocks
07796 958132
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Dune View Holiday Home
A large family house with four bedrooms (2 ensuite), family bathroom, and cosy lounge with woodburner.
01271 817113
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Little Comfort Farm
Four 5* gold rated holiday cottages on an organic farm, with farm shop, spa therapy room, games room and course fishing lake.
Jodie Ward
01271 812 414
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Old Vicarage
Old Vicarage in Mortehoe, which includes three properties. Available for weekly rental or weekend breaks.
Cath
07916 127 120
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Silver cottage
Bed and breakfast in Grade II listed cottage with modern luxuries.
Sophie
07974 017663
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Stockwell Lodge Bed and Breakfast
A homely bed and breakfast situated in the heart of Braunton.
01271 817128
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Thistledene Bed and Breakfast
Dog friendly bed and breakfast in the village of Braunton.
01271 816 260
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Trojen Bed and Breakfast
Spacious, self contained suite with lovely views, just a stone's throw from North Devon's favourite attractions.
Jenny Cocker
07890 885825
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The Old Stores
Two bedroom self catering Grade II listed cottage in the lovely village of Georgeham.
Jane Smith
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The Chiggypig
Cosy contemporary detached cottage annex in the grounds of a Victorian home. Suitable for two adults maximum.
Pamela
07714017752
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Lower Whitsleigh Farm
Award winning self-catering cottage/barn which sleeps 5, a luxury safari lodge for 6 and a cabin on a lake which sleeps 4.
Samantha (Sam) Hastings
01805 603 909
Activities
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Dandelion Events
Indoor and outdoor activities including archery and quad biking plus murder mystery events and cocktail making classes.
Mark Underhill
02477 676479
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H2 Outdoor
Water sports and outdoor activities including coasteering, kayaking, surfing, high ropes, mountain biking and wild swimming.
Matthew de Havilland
07789 807 424
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Safe-and-Sound-Shooting
Clay pigeon shooting brought to you in our fields and woods
Andy Tarr
07727 238526
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Active escapes
Coasteering, rafting, adventure challenge, stand up paddle boarding, and surfing.
01271 320745
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North Devon Bike Hire
Hire an e-bike and enjoy the best of North Devon’s countryside on to wheels.
John McAvoy
07305 843496
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Mini Gold 2 U
Fully portable waterproof mini golf hire company plus giant jenga, connect 4, and tin can alley. Based in north Devon.
Graham Atkinson
01271316740
Childcare
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Croyde Concierge
Babysitting, dog care and walking, as well as waitressing, bar and clearing up before and after an event and any variety of holiday PA services.
Holly
07861674374
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Gilly’s Helping Hands Childcare Services
Mobile creche service in North Devon and the South West and a childcare service in Barnstaple.
Gilly Williams
07527 346279
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Amy Capner Childcare
Babysitter and childcare service. DBS checked, first aid and safeguard trained with 12+ experience in childcare.
Amy Capner
Decorations
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Beautiful Bunting
Handmade cotton bunting for hire.
01273 479464
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Best Day Ever!
Wedding co-ordinator, planner and stylist who uses props, lighting and draping to dress and decorate your tables, room and venue. An Ash Barton superstar.
Katie Dent
07971 663818
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Pumpkin Pye
Button bouquets, brooch bouquets and alternative one off pieces made from fresh and silk flowers.
Natasha Gawthorne
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The Prop factory
Styling and vintage props and games for hire including giant deckchairs, vintage ice cream trike and popcorn machine.
Carmen Croxall
07814116634
Entertainment
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Ben Allen Magician & Mentalist
A professional close-up magician with a unique style of magic and mentalism that makes any event even more memorable.
Ben Allen
01271 373194
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Crème De La Crème Casino
Fun casino services including blackjack and roulette.
Jane MacNamara
01626 334538
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Dan Brazier Magician
Close-up magician with an easy style, humour and presentation that gets everyone talking and laughing.
Dan Brazier
07855 451355
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DMR Pyro Fireworks
Professional quality firework displays for any size event or budget.
Dave Macbeth
07766 053223
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Fine Whines
A swinging duet playing favourite standards from 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond.
Chris or Sue
07867 523532
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Flybase DJ
DJ services, professional light and sound equipment, disco, and PA. Liam is part of the Ash Barton family.
Liam Fairlie
07795625425
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Wonderlandia Hot Tubs
Beautiful western red cedar wood fired hot tubs for hire for festivals, weddings and parties.
07486 998631
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Ice Cream Tricycle
Ice cream tricycle hire serving up local Devon ice cream.
James Dawson
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Josie and The Dukes Band
Performing the best in jazz and swing for weddings and parties.
Josie Smith
07872936555
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Kooky Booths
High spec photo booths using the latest technology and software to create customisable photos.
Nick Strutt
07908 108212
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North Devon Bouncy Castles
Bouncy castles, bouncy slides, disco dome bouncy castles and inflatables for hire.
07929 770718
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The Caravan project
Mobile bar serving delicious drinks and cocktails from a lovely old caravan.
Siobhan Thomas
07514895209
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The Prop factory
Styling and vintage props and games for hire including giant deckchairs, vintage ice cream trike and popcorn machine.
Carmen Croxall
07814116634
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Jeremy Child Barn Dance Caller
Barn dance caller for parties and weddings. Guaranteed to get everyone on their feet.
Jeremy Child
07969 297 633
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Soul Lotta Funk
Live seven piece soul, disco, and funk band with a full disco service too.
Jose
07426 803352
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Down for the Count
Party band performing swing, soul, Motown and pop music.
Mike Paul-Smith
07855 488 462
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The Vintage Strollers
Walkabout act performing acoustic versions of swing, soul and pop tunes.
Mike Paul-Smith
07855 488 462
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Get Brassy
New Orleans styled brass band performing quirky covers of disco and pop tunes.
Mike Paul-Smith
07855 488 462
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The Wedding Spinner DJ services
Multi award-winning alternative DJ company playing reggae, Motown house, and drum and bass.
Paul Barrington
07735027875
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Bo Bom Gelato
Freshly made gelato brought to your wedding and parties in a fabulous fleet of Bo Bom mobiles.
Marilena Narbona
07880 616937
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Westy's Events
Catering for all events with a catering van, mobile bar, disco, bouncy castles and hog roast.
Simon West
07879 416235
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Jessica Diamond Violinist
Known as the 'Bollywood Violinist' Jessica has a unique sound and performance style.
Jessica Diamond
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Michael Hunter Wedding Poet
North Devon poet who writes romantic wedding poetry on commission, and turns couples' stories into verse.
Michael Hunter
07380 550 567
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Rendezblues
Soulful jazz duo who perform a mixture of classic jazz standards and tasteful soul with hints of French chansons.
Maya and Jonathan
07703 782 364
Event Organisation
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Best Day Ever!
Wedding co-ordinator, planner and stylist who uses props, lighting and draping to dress and decorate your tables, room and venue. An Ash Barton superstar.
Katie Dent
07971 663818
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Blue Fizz Events
Fabulous event management and event planning company plus marquee hire too.
Tracey Edwards
07845 147563
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Croyde Concierge
Babysitting, dog care and walking, as well as waitressing, bar and clearing up before and after an event and any variety of holiday PA services.
Holly
07861674374
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Dandelion Events
Indoor and outdoor activities including archery and quad biking plus murder mystery events and cocktail making classes.
Mark Underhill
02477 676479
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Devon Registrar service
You must book Devon's registrar service if you want to get legally married at Ash Barton.
0345 155 1002
www.devon.gov.uk/registrationservice/guide/marriages/part-2-book-a-registrar
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Flybar
Liam and Lucy will set up the bar and serve drinks to your guests as they arrive and throughout the day and evening.
Liam Fairlie
07795 625 425
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Flybase DJ
DJ services, professional light and sound equipment, disco, and PA. Liam is part of the Ash Barton family.
Liam Fairlie
07795625425
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Guides for Brides
Inspiration coupled with essential information and tools that makes wedding planning quicker and easier.
01235 770078
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The Prop factory
Styling and vintage props and games for hire including giant deckchairs, vintage ice cream trike and popcorn machine.
Carmen Croxall
07814116634
Farmers Markets
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Barnstaple Pannier Market
9am – 3pm Monday to Saturday
Butchers Row, Barnstaple EX31 1SY
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Bideford Country Market
8am - 3pm Tuesdays and Saturdays
Market Place, Bideford EX39 2DR
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Braunton Farmers’ Market
9.30am – 12.30pm Second Saturday of every month
Braunton Parish Hall, Braunton EX33 2JB
07976 942618
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Ilfracombe Farmers’ Market
10am - 12.30pm First Saturday of every month
The Lantern, High Street, Ilfracombe EX34 9QB
01271 865824
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Wrafton Farmers’ Market
9.30am - 12pm Second Saturday of every month
Heanton Parish Hall, Wrafton Rd, Braunton EX33 2BT
01271 814406
Flowers
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Pumpkin Pye
Button bouquets, brooch bouquets and alternative one off pieces made from fresh and silk flowers.
Natasha Gawthorne
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Teasels Florists
Beautiful bridal bouquets, buttonholes, reception flowers and table decorations.
01271 812250
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Twigs Flowers
Bespoke florals that capture the style and vision of the bride and are made with originality and creativity.
Deryn Northam
01271 326267
Food & Drink
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Astridges Catering
Local produce, and a range of menus all freshly prepared by the team at Astridges.
Paul Astridge
07811 416 254
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Big Pot Kitchen
Serving up delicious rustic dishes from unique giant cauldrons.
Trevor Martin
07975 928099
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Cottage Kitchens
Wedding caterers providing everything from barbecues and picnics to formal wedding breakfasts.
Elizabeth
01598 763572
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Devon Catering
Delivering sit down wedding breakfasts, amazing sharing platters through to freshly prepared buffets.
Leisa Hood
01271 858505
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Flybar
Liam and Lucy will set up the bar and serve drinks to your guests as they arrive and throughout the day and evening.
Liam Fairlie
07795 625 425
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Grattons Butchers
Barnstaple based butchers supplying locally sourced meat for hog roasts at weddings and parties.
01271 345096
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Guess Who is Coming to Dinner
Award-winning wedding and events catering company providing three course meals to midnight snacks.
Kristina Timmins
01237479943
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Ice Cream Tricycle
Ice cream tricycle hire serving up local Devon ice cream.
James Dawson
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Latitudes Catering
Relaxed, fun and delicious food to make your wedding day memorable from tapas to mezzo to paella.
Lara Lane
07880 798184
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Mrs Smudgers kitchen
Beautiful celebration and wedding cakes for people looking to add that special something to their event.
Emma Smith
01271 377706
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Quance Wines
Exquisite English wines from grapes grown in a boutique vineyard.
07516 377944
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Seadogs
Long-table feasts, ‘bangers and buns’ street food and international-inspired buffets.
Jim Coslett
07533 333 976
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The Caravan project
Mobile bar serving delicious drinks and cocktails from a lovely old caravan.
Siobhan Thomas
07514895209
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The Whiddon Wagon
The famous Whiddon Wagon fish and chips van is available for weddings and parties.
07771908167
Mobile Fish and Chips
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Twitchen Farm
Small, sustainable, organic family farm at Woolacombe, North Devon.
01598 763568
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Two Birds Kitchen
Fantastic food for weddings, parties and events, including the famous wood fired oven horsebox serving organic pizzas.
Emma Tay
07759 959003
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West Country Cheese
Lovely deli and award-winning suppliers of cheese wedding cakes and cheese celebration cakes.
01271 379944
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Coastal Catering
Exciting food and an ultra flexible menu including street food and vegan and gluten free options.
Joe Wright
07377 563 933
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New Coast Events
Mobile Food, bars and Buses.
Fran Mitchell
07815574922
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Bo Bom Gelato
Freshly made gelato brought to your wedding and parties in a fabulous fleet of Bo Bom mobiles.
Marilena Narbona
07880 616937
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Westy's Events
Catering for all events with a catering van, mobile bar, disco, bouncy castles and hog roast.
Simon West
07879 416235
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Wild Thyme Catering
Inspired catering for weddings, parties and festivals from street food to sharing platters and hog roasts.
Victoria
01271 815191
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North Devon Hog Roast
Family run company ran serving up delicious slow roasted pork sourced from the farm or trusted local butchers.
Samantha (Sam) Hastings
01805 603 909 and 07932 657 572
Golf Clubs
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Chulmleigh Golf Club
Short 18-hole courses open to the public and set over 13 acres. Relaxed dress code.
01769 580519
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Highbullen Golf and Country Club
18-hole USGA specification golf course set in wooded parkland.
01769 540561
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Ilfracombe Golf Club
18-hole golf course situated on top of the rugged cliffs of the North Devon coast.
01271 862176
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Morthoe and Woolacombe Golf Club
Exceptional 9-hole / 18-tee layout with panoramic sea views.
01271 870566
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Portmore Golf Club
Two course golf club including the 9-hole Landkey Course and the 18-hole Barum Course.
01271 378378
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Royal North Devon Golf Club
The oldest golf course in the country and regarded as the St Andrews of the South.
01237 473817
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Saunton Golf Club
36 holes of beautiful championship links golf, in the heart of North Devon.
01271 812436
Grocery Deliveries
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Sainsbury's
Interweb grocery delivery Tick the box for Ash Barton farm not cottage
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Tesco
Interweb deliveries. You want Ash Barton farm not cottage
Hair and Beauty
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Coastal Zen Beauty
Offering a range of mobile beauty treatments from facials to pedicures plus special wedding packages.
Anita Anderson
01271 328414
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Carly Hanson Hair
Devon hair stylist specialising in stunning wedding day hair styles for brides, bridesmaids and grooms.
Carly Hanson
07977 738 317
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Isabelle Grace Make-up Artistry
Flawless, long-lasting, camera-ready wedding make-up for brides and bridesmaids
Rachel Earner
07976 534 882
Loos
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Exmoor Luxury Loos
Luxury loo hire to suit all occasions.
01598 760200
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Premier Luxury Loos
Luxury loos delivered to site.
01884 840864
Marquees & Outdoor
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Blue Fizz Events
Fabulous event management and event planning company plus marquee hire too.
Tracey Edwards
07845 147563
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Wonderlandia Hot Tubs
Beautiful western red cedar wood fired hot tubs for hire for festivals, weddings and parties.
07486 998631
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Native Bell Tents
High quality canvas bell tents for hire with beautiful bespoke furnishes.
07810 698 929
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World Inspired Tents
Versatile giant Nordic tipis providing a striking and contemporary alternative to traditional marquee hire.
Ed Wright
01271 865306
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Baya Domes
Beautiful timber framed event domes available in a range of sizes.
Edd Knight
07702 071105
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Terrapin Events Group
Bring a bit of colour to your event and create a festival vibe with hire big tops and coloured stripey marquees.
Arif
0330 223 4104
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Blank Canvas Tent Hire
Beautiful bell tents and indoor teepees for hire, for weddings, parties and glamping.
Lizzie Blackford
07791 944 137
Music
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Fine Whines
A swinging duet playing favourite standards from 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond.
Chris or Sue
07867 523532
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Flybase DJ
DJ services, professional light and sound equipment, disco, and PA. Liam is part of the Ash Barton family.
Liam Fairlie
07795625425
-
Josie and The Dukes Band
Performing the best in jazz and swing for weddings and parties.
Josie Smith
07872936555
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Jeremy Child Barn Dance Caller
Barn dance caller for parties and weddings. Guaranteed to get everyone on their feet.
Jeremy Child
07969 297 633
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Soul Lotta Funk
Live seven piece soul, disco, and funk band with a full disco service too.
Jose
07426 803352
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Down for the Count
Party band performing swing, soul, Motown and pop music.
Mike Paul-Smith
07855 488 462
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The Vintage Strollers
Walkabout act performing acoustic versions of swing, soul and pop tunes.
Mike Paul-Smith
07855 488 462
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Get Brassy
New Orleans styled brass band performing quirky covers of disco and pop tunes.
Mike Paul-Smith
07855 488 462
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Music Students for Hire
Roster of over 1,000 musicians includes a recent grads and current undergraduates from top music universities.
Pete Baker
020 3086 7047
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The Wedding Spinner DJ services
Multi award-winning alternative DJ company playing reggae, Motown house, and drum and bass.
Paul Barrington
07735027875
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Jessica Diamond Violinist
Known as the 'Bollywood Violinist' Jessica has a unique sound and performance style.
Jessica Diamond
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Rendezblues
Soulful jazz duo who perform a mixture of classic jazz standards and tasteful soul with hints of French chansons.
Maya and Jonathan
07703 782 364
Officials
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Devon Registrar service
You must book Devon's registrar service if you want to get legally married at Ash Barton.
0345 155 1002
www.devon.gov.uk/registrationservice/guide/marriages/part-2-book-a-registrar
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Kevin Murphy Humanist Celebrant
Well known celebrant who will even help you write your vows
Kevin Murphy
01271 343160
Other Services
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Michael Hunter Wedding Poet
North Devon poet who writes romantic wedding poetry on commission, and turns couples' stories into verse.
Michael Hunter
07380 550 567
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North Devon Tui Na Massages
Tui Na Massages for the bridal party or guests. Ideal for pre wedding nerves and total relaxation.
Paul Maxfield
01271 867 236 or 07814 080 713
Photography
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Alex Dimos Photography
Uses documentary photography and fine art portraiture to create images that tell the ‘real’ story of your day.
Alex Dimopoulos
07748800318
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Beach Hut Photobooth
Photo booth fun for weddings and parties.
Lucy Fairlie
07810025182
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Evolve Photography
Wedding photography team offering a beautiful natural, timeless narrative of your wedding day.
Mark Gawthorne
07585 333233
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Jennifer Jane Photography
Wedding photography full of warmth, softness, and beautiful pastel tones.
Jennifer Shoubridge
07881 941668
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Kooky Booths
High spec photo booths using the latest technology and software to create customisable photos.
Nick Strutt
07908 108212
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Luna Weddings
Wedding photography that's timeless and creative, and captures real, honest moments.
Anna Poole
07841 405014
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Matt Fryer Photography
Wedding and lifestyle portrait photographer, based in Braunton, North Devon.
Matt Fryer
07725 737732
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Michael Wells Photography
Capturing important, unseen and never to be repeated moments of your special day.
Michael Wells
07814954113
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MK Collins Photography
Tells the story of your wedding day with magical photos that capture the natural moments of your day.
Marc Collins
07884 206357
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Rebecca Roundhill Photography
Natural and creative wedding photography with a relaxed and informal approach.
Rebecca Roundhill
07855 576687
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Special Day Wedding Photos
Documentary wedding photographer capturing real wedding day moments as they unfold.
Anthony Lyons
079794674024
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Wright Wedding Photography
Creative documentary style photography giving you honest, emotive and beautiful photos.
Christopher Wright
07872 066 507
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Paige Grace Photography
Creative Devon wedding photographer known for her moody, atmospheric and romantic photographic style.
Paige Grace
+44 7989 621972
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Johnny Dent Photography
Fun, original and alternative wedding photography covering Devon, Dorset, Cornwall.
07834 466 117
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Toby Lowe Photography
Award-winning wedding photographer specialising in relaxed, unposed, natural, storytelling photography.
07800 805 081
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Olivia Whitbread-Roberts Fine Art Photography
Wedding photographer based in Cornwall with a bold and creative style.
Olivia Whitbread-Roberts
07470 056 050
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Freckle Photography
Devon wedding photographer specialising in quirky, beautiful and creative wedding photography.
Emma
07870 185277
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Freeform Images
Natural and relaxed contemporary style and images that capture the special moments of your day.
Laura Farmer
07846 926 029
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Elise Quarrington
Local wedding videographer providing couples with personal, bespoke wedding videos.
Elise Quarrington
07720 645 617 or 01769 560 675
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L.F.Media
Professional photographer and videographer capturing all those amazing memories that last a lifetime.
Liam Francis
07862 734 499
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The Devon Photographers
Wedding photographers specialising in informal and unique weddings, including outdoor, vintage, and boho.
Sarah and Aaron Miller
07706 125314 or 01392 791793
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Grace Elizabeth
Creative Devon wedding photographer known for documenting real, authentic moments.
Grace
07807 136 033
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Rachael J Photography
Devon wedding photographer offering relaxed and laid back informal photography.
Rachael Dobson-Hill
07584 634 803
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Julia Woollacott Photography
Based in North Devon, Julia offers offers stylish and relaxed photographs that reflect your most special day.
Julia Woollacott
01769 579 893
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Studio Westlake
Fine art wedding photography for style savvy couples. A documentary approach to wedding photography that captures natural moments.
Charlie Westlake
07930 036 052
Restaurants
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Siam Bistro
Thai restaurant and take-away who don't usually deliver. But our friend Tudorel makes an exception for Ash Barton.
Tudorel
01271 816567
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Squires Fish and Chip Restaurant
The best Fish and Chips in the country. It's actually illegal to come to Braunton and not visit Squires.
01271 815533
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The Rock Inn
Fresh food cooked with passion and served in the cosy fireside bars or bright, airy conservatory.
01271 890322
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The Thatch
Excellent pub food and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
01271 890 349
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Wild Thyme cafe
Great home cooked food, smoothies, juices and teas and vast all-day breakfast menu.
Vicky Johnston
01271 815191
Transport
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At Action Taxi & Private Hire
Travel in comfort and style in a Land Rover Discovery Four.
Andrew Collins
07778 606418
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Coastline Taxis
Reliable taxi services to and from Tiverton and Barnstaple stations as well as late night pick ups for wedding guests.
Martin Allen
07944 476846 or 01271 593337
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Taxi Phil Cobley
Taxi
07971 803337
Wine Tasting
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Alder Vineyard
Vineyard tours as well as a bar and kitchen.
07813 752805
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Lily Farm Vineyard
Small family run award-winning boutique vineyard offering guided tours and free local delivery.
01395 433 877
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Torview Wines
Award-winning producer of English red wines offering tours and tastings.
07977 408829
Looking for a place to party?
We'd love to hear from you.
Call Simon Daukes today on 07785 386 622