A wonderful house - I was still discovering new rooms on day 3. Felt totally at home from the moment we arrived; magic! The walled garden was a real highlight.
Grammages 80th birthday bash
Ash Barton: Christmas House Hire
Christmas is a special time of year and an ideal opportunity to celebrate with friends and family. Instead of wondering whose house to go to this year, think about having a Christmas break in Devon, at Ash Barton Estate, and enjoying everyone’s company all under one roof.
There’s something magical about waking up on Christmas day and seeing our fields covered in a sparkling frost – or sometimes even snow. And there’s no better place to be on Christmas morning than in our toasty kitchen with the AGA going full blast and the kids ripping open their presents. For lunch you can bring your own food with you or have it delivered. Or better still have it catered. Our dining room holds up to 30 and is a lovely place for a long Christmas lunch with good wine and laughter.
Later in the day, take a long country walk, toast marshmallows in the fire pit, play board games with the kids or enjoy forty winks in front of a movie. It’s completely up to you. Whether you want warm and cosy and too much food or crispy air, breath-taking scenery and invigorating walks, hiring the Ash Barton house at Christmas ensures you have the perfect Christmas break in Devon.
For a full list of recommended suppliers see below.
All you need to know about Ash Barton:
- Party capacity for 200 people
- 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
Warm, welcoming, well fitted and in a beautiful location. We have had a magical Christmas and hope we have not left any children in the 'North Tower'.
Singletons x30
Ash Barton Event Suppliers
Activities
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Croyde Concierge
Wedding & main house staff, Breakfasts, BBQs, Bar Staff, Massage treatments, Childminding, Cleaning and Post wedding clear down.
Holly
07861 674 374
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Active escapes
Coasteering, rafting, adventure challenge, stand up paddle boarding, and surfing.
01271 320745
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Coral Hawkins
A yoga teacher, reiki energy healer and wedding celebrant based in North Devon, offering group yoga classes, private yoga, reiki, women’s circles, retreats and more…
Coral Hawkins
07340529328
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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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Love Pamper Company
We bring the luxury of a visiting spa to you. Our range of services includes massages, facials, manicures, and pedicures.
Natasha Evans
+44 (0)7891601710
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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
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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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Safe-and-Sound-Shooting
Clay pigeon shooting brought to you in our fields and woods
Andy Tarr
07727 238526
Decorations
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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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Beautiful Bunting
Handmade cotton bunting for hire.
01273 479464
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Jolee Tablecloths
Devon-based supplier of wipeable tablecloths and fabric tablecloths including hessian table runners, fabric table runners and placemats.
Lee Morgan
0800 118 2857 or 0333 210 0169 (mobile friendly)
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Notes Studio
A luxury design studio creating modern, contemporary wedding stationery for the style-conscious couple. Stylish, timeless design with a focus on beautiful typography, luxurious papers & high-quality print processes. instagram.com/notes.studio
Emma Brown & Sarah Hughes
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Practically Perfect
Unique mother of pearl painted wedding favours, which can be personalised and presented in a small box or a gift sachet.
Anthea Call
07548 734 364
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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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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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Sonic Fireworks
Spectacular firework displays for weddings, delivered by a team of pyrotechnic experts, including fabulous firework displays set to music.
Mike and Michelle
01884 849 222
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Amie True
An accomplished and sought after harpist and mezzo-soprano vocalist who helps create a magical atmosphere at weddings and events all over the UK.
Amie True
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Audio Guest Book
Make a memory. Leave a message. Record and cherish voice messages with our immaculately restored rotary telephones as a unique alternative to written guestbooks.
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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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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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Cat Alexander - Harpist
Harpist & Derwent Harp School Tutor
Cat Alexander
07875 212572
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CHEEEZ studio
We are CHEEEZ Wedding - a self-portrait photo studio tailored explicitly for weddings, bespoke events, and special occasions.
Chanel
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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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Devon DJ
Professional DJs for weddings, events and birthdays, who also offer sound and lighting as well as live music including vocals from Nay Sarah and Ibiza sax sessions.
Paul & Nay Sarah
01626 221 535
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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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Down for the Count
Party band performing swing, soul, Motown and pop music.
Mike Paul-Smith
07855 488 462
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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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Gatehouse Trailer Bar
Luxury horsebox bars, beautiful timber bars, a pretty micro bar and bar staff for hire, plus additional decor, including drinks cart, signage and L-O-V-E letters.
Lisa Gatehouse
07340 825 550
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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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Ice Cream Tricycle
Ice cream tricycle hire serving up local Devon ice cream.
James Dawson
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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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Jessica Diamond Violinist
Known as the 'Bollywood Violinist' Jessica has a unique sound and performance style.
Jessica Diamond
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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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Love Pamper Company
We bring the luxury of a visiting spa to you. Our range of services includes massages, facials, manicures, and pedicures.
Natasha Evans
+44 (0)7891601710
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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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N&D Wine School
Nikki and Dale deliver amazing wine tasting events for you and your guests. An informal, entertaining experience, and a great way to 'Discover The World of Wine'.
Nikki and Dale
07889364752
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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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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
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Season Band
One of the most exciting pop/funk/disco live bands around, playing a great range of classic and modern tracks, plus fresh chart hits.
Adam March
0845 0943817
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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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The Caravan project
Mobile bar serving delicious drinks and cocktails from a lovely old caravan.
Siobhan Thomas
07514895209
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The Magic of Graham Prigg
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Graham Prigg
07876635929
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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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The Vintage Strollers
Walkabout act performing acoustic versions of swing, soul and pop tunes.
Mike Paul-Smith
07855 488 462
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The Wedding Olympics
An award-winning wedding entertainment company with professional performers, actors, DJs and comperes and fun, interactive and inclusive games to break the ice.
Joe
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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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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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Wonderlandia Hot Tubs
Beautiful western red cedar wood fired hot tubs for hire for festivals, weddings and parties.
07486 998631
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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Croyde Concierge
Wedding & main house staff, Breakfasts, BBQs, Bar Staff, Massage treatments, Childminding, Cleaning and Post wedding clear down.
Holly
07861 674 374
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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/registration-service/marriages-and-civil-partnerships/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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Unity Event Design
Wedding and event design, on the day co-ordination, bespoke décor and creative styling packages.
Nick and Leilah Parkinson
07472 653724
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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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Clear Blue Glass Hire Ltd
Glassware and tableware hire, delivered door to door and with a 'dirty return' service. A Prosecco wall, champagne/wine coolers, party tubs and bagged ice also available.
Jill
07775 711 185
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Ellis Event Power Services
Super silent generator hire and electrical services for indoor and outdoor events throughout Devon including weddings, concerts, festivals, and parties.
Andy Goddard
07966 431888
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Emily Juliet Stevens - Artist and Sign Writer
Beautiful custom made signage including seating plans, welcome signs for guests, cocktail menus and table numbers.
Emily Juliet Stevens
07468 458 095
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Garnet Weddings Ltd
Wedding stylist, co-ordinator and planner specialising in alternative, Gothic and metalhead weddings.
Teea Edwards
07851 662 385
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Gatehouse Trailer Bar
Luxury horsebox bars, beautiful timber bars, a pretty micro bar and bar staff for hire, plus additional decor, including drinks cart, signage and L-O-V-E letters.
Lisa Gatehouse
07340 825 550
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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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Jolee Tablecloths
Devon-based supplier of wipeable tablecloths and fabric tablecloths including hessian table runners, fabric table runners and placemats.
Lee Morgan
0800 118 2857 or 0333 210 0169 (mobile friendly)
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Notes Studio
A luxury design studio creating modern, contemporary wedding stationery for the style-conscious couple. Stylish, timeless design with a focus on beautiful typography, luxurious papers & high-quality print processes. instagram.com/notes.studio
Emma Brown & Sarah Hughes
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The Pretty Accessory
Elegant and timeless linens for hire for stylish and memorable wedding guest tables.
Emily
0777 55 33 625
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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
Food & Drink
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Big Pot Kitchen
Unique, delicious and affordable catering with a rustic and vintage style. Perfect for larger guest numbers.
Trevor Martin
07497 088 885
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Croyde Concierge
Wedding & main house staff, Breakfasts, BBQs, Bar Staff, Massage treatments, Childminding, Cleaning and Post wedding clear down.
Holly
07861 674 374
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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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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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The Whiddon Wagon
The famous Whiddon Wagon serves up delicious fresh fish and chips and is available for weddings and parties.
Mobile Fish and Chips
07771 908 167
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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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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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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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Flame and Dough Pizzas
Authentic Naples-style stone baked pizzas cooked in flame roaring ovens and served from a converted vintage horse trailer.
Joseph and Jade
07500 220 634
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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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Graze & S'More
Grazing tables for weddings and events including sweet and savoury selections.
07776 177 001
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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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Juicy Lucy Cupcakes and Bakes
Delicious individually handmade cupcakes or larger cakes for weddings and special events.
Lucy Schollick
07478 327 072
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Land and Sea Chef
High end chef specialising in everything from intimate private functions for 30 people to wedding and birthday celebrations for over a hundred.
Daniel
07983 743 595
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Load 'o' Waffle
Serving up delicious sweet and savoury homemade waffles, made from local fresh ingredients, from a beautiful vintage horsebox.
Sam and Rob
07565 697143
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Local Farm box
Fresh produce from local farmers, growers and producers including vegetables, fruits, salads, meats, and dairy products delivered to the door.
01271 869 191
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Lulu Primrose Bakery
Barnstaple-based wedding cake baker specialising in romantic cake designs with an emphasis on aesthetics and flavours.
Lucy
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Mesa Catering Limited
Bristol-based event catering service offering everything from simple street-food to four course banquets. All dietary requirements catered for.
Katie, Naomi and Faye
0117 2510282
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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
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Quance Wines
Exquisite English wines from grapes grown in a boutique vineyard in the heart of the rolling Devonshire countryside.
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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Stacc Cakes
Ilfracombe based wedding cake and patisserie supplier. If you can think it, they can make it!
Bronwen and Alex
01271 267780
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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 Garden Box
Fresh, homemade veggie/vegan food! We've got our signature falafels ~ wraps, curries, soups & stews.
07934 203324
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This Must Be The Place Coffee
Specialty coffee and cake served out of a converted horse box. Perfect for festival weddings.
Molly
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Twitchen Farm
A 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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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
Marquees & Outdoor
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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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Sonic Fireworks
Spectacular firework displays for weddings, delivered by a team of pyrotechnic experts, including fabulous firework displays set to music.
Mike and Michelle
01884 849 222
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Unity Event Design
Wedding and event design, on the day co-ordination, bespoke décor and creative styling packages.
Nick and Leilah Parkinson
07472 653724
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Assemble Stretch Tents
Stunning small, medium and large stretch tents for hire, as well as lighting, flooring, seating, tables and fire pits.
Harvey
07470 047 979
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Baya Domes
Beautiful timber framed event domes available in a range of sizes.
Edd Knight
01271 267030
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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
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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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Devon Bell Tent Hire
Devon based luxury tent hire company supplying affordable contemporary furnished bell tents for weddings and events.
Pete
07703 451944
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Ellis Event Power Services
Super silent generator hire and electrical services for indoor and outdoor events throughout Devon including weddings, concerts, festivals, and parties.
Andy Goddard
07966 431888
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Gatehouse Trailer Bar
Luxury horsebox bars, beautiful timber bars, a pretty micro bar and bar staff for hire, plus additional decor, including drinks cart, signage and L-O-V-E letters.
Lisa Gatehouse
07340 825 550
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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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Wonderlandia Hot Tubs
Beautiful western red cedar wood fired hot tubs for hire for festivals, weddings and parties.
07486 998631
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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
Transport
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A1 Taxi Service
Barnstaple and North Devon's Premier Taxi and Private Hire Service.
01271 322922
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B Line Taxis
01271 322 117
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Braunton & Croyde Taxis
Braunton & Croyde Taxis is a local, family run Taxi firm. Covering Braunton, Saunton and Croyde.
01271 440450
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Castle Garden Cars
Taxis And Private Hire Vehicles in Torrington
07428 106 812
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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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Shoreline Taxis
Serving Braunton, Croyde, Georgeham and the North Devon area
07812104034
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Tesla Private Car Hire
Reliable and friendly Taxi service from Barnstaple, Tiverton and airports and for late nights and weddings.
Emily
07861 363600
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Triple A Taxis
Triple A Taxis
01271545004
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