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Ash Barton Estate. Braunton. North Devon

DIY Weddings at Ash Barton, North Devon

Is there anything worse than a ‘wedding package’ where you must have this, if you choose that and if you want that option then it will cost you twice as much because there’s an R in the month?

At Ash Barton, we think your wedding day should be exactly how you and your partner want it. Which means you get to enjoy the food and drink you love, dance or listen to the music you like until the early hours, and have the decorations you want, whether that’s flowers, candles, bunting or glitter. And if you want to have your wedding photographs taken in our wild flower meadow or down by the beach in your wellies, that’s what you should have.

DIY weddings are a completely blank canvas for you and your partner to put your own stamp on. Feel free to use your own suppliers. Or take a look at our list of recommended suppliers. 

For a list of recommended wedding suppliers, please see below.

All you need to know about Ash Barton:

  • No curfew, no corkage
  • Over a mile to the nearest neighbour
  • BBQ, fire pit & patios with garden chairs
  • Fully equipped games barn
  • Sleeps 35+ residential guests
  • Exclusivity guaranteed
  • Pets welcome (in our stables)
  • Indoor heated swimming pool
  • Reception/party capacity for 200 people
  • Licensed for weddings and civil ceremonies


Choosing Ash Barton as our wedding venue was certainly the best possible decision that we made. We also found it incredibly refreshing to be able to plan and do as we liked for our wedding and not have the usual restrictions from the venue. This DIY approach suited us perfectly and contributed to making it the wedding of our dreams.

Charlotte Logan Jones

Ash Barton Event Suppliers

Accommodation

Activities

  • Broomhill Art Hotel

    Sculpture gallery and very nice restaurant

    01271 850262

    www.broomhillart.co.uk

  • Flybar

    A range of bars and other wedding services. Liam and Lucy are part of The Ash Barton family. They look after our customers as if they were their own family

    Liam Fairlie

    07795 625 425

    [email protected]

    www.flybar.co.uk

  • Flybase DJ

    DJ, Lighting, Disco, PA, bars and other wedding services. Liam and Lucy are part of The Ash Barton family. They look after our customers as if they were their own family

    Liam Fairlie

    07795625425

    [email protected]

    www.flybasedj.co.uk

  • H2 Outdoor

    Water sports and Outdoor activities. Coasteering, Kayaking, Surfing, High Ropes, Mountain Biking and Wild Swimming

    Matthew de Havilland

    07789 807 424

    [email protected]

    www.h2outdoor.co.uk/

  • Katharine Shaw Make up

    Film and TV make up Artist Katharine Shaw makes Ash Barton Brides and their parties look just as they dream. Her friendly, fun filled sessions are every Brides favourite way to start their Wedding day. Whether it is Bride and Mum, all the Bridesmaids, The entire party. Hair, Make up, nails. On the morning, the day before, pre Wedding photo shoots etc. Katharine ensures flair, fun and happiness.

    Katharine Shaw

    07716 968112

    [email protected]

    www.facebook.com/WeddingMakeUpAndHairByKatharineShaw

  • Little Comfort Farm

    Farm shop and holiday cottages

    Braunton

    01271 812 414

    www.littlecomfortfarm.co.uk

  • Native Luxury Bell Tent Hire

    Bell tent and Airstream hire

    07810 698 929

    www.nativeoutdoors.co.uk

  • Safe-and-Sound-Shooting

    Clay pigeon shooting brought to you in our fields and woods

    Andy Tarr

    07727 238526

    [email protected]

    www.safeandsoundshooting.com

  • Thomas and Katharine Housekeeping

    Katharine and Thomas provide our guests with a range of housekeeping services designed to make your stay relaxing and enjoyable. If you'd like a hot, home cooked meal waiting for your arrival. Your shopping done before you arrive, a breakfast service. washing up and kitchen tidying magically taken care of or just a tireless, willing pair of hands and a smiling face these are your people. They know the house like the back of their hands. Thomas will even make golf bookings or organise a surf trip and lead a party. Katharine is also a qualified film and TV make up artist if what you need is Wedding hair, Make up or nails.

    Katharine Shaw

    07716 968112

    [email protected]

    https://www.facebook.com/DevonHousekeepers

Beauty

  • Coastal Zen Beauty

    Mobile beauty treatments

    Anita Anderson

    01271 328414

    www.coastalzen.co.uk

  • Katharine Shaw Make up

    Film and TV make up Artist Katharine Shaw makes Ash Barton Brides and their parties look just as they dream. Her friendly, fun filled sessions are every Brides favourite way to start their Wedding day. Whether it is Bride and Mum, all the Bridesmaids, The entire party. Hair, Make up, nails. On the morning, the day before, pre Wedding photo shoots etc. Katharine ensures flair, fun and happiness.

    Katharine Shaw

    07716 968112

    [email protected]

    www.facebook.com/WeddingMakeUpAndHairByKatharineShaw

  • Kinetic massage therapy

    Mobile massage from fully qualified massage therapist. Treat yourself the day before your big day.

    Lauren Wint

    07923 417571

    [email protected]

    https://www.facebook.com/kineticmassagetherapy1/

  • Thomas and Katharine Housekeeping

    Katharine and Thomas provide our guests with a range of housekeeping services designed to make your stay relaxing and enjoyable. If you'd like a hot, home cooked meal waiting for your arrival. Your shopping done before you arrive, a breakfast service. washing up and kitchen tidying magically taken care of or just a tireless, willing pair of hands and a smiling face these are your people. They know the house like the back of their hands. Thomas will even make golf bookings or organise a surf trip and lead a party. Katharine is also a qualified film and TV make up artist if what you need is Wedding hair, Make up or nails.

    Katharine Shaw

    07716 968112

    [email protected]

    https://www.facebook.com/DevonHousekeepers

Entertainment

  • Ben Allen Magician & Mentalist

    Ben is a natural born performer. He is always excited to put his Magician skills to the test in front of a crowd. For Ben the pleasure of performing at weddings and birthdays comes from forming a connection with his audience and providing a memorably entertaining experience. On top of all that he's getting married at Ash Barton himself so he knows us well.

    Ben Allen

    01271 373194

    [email protected]

    www.benallenmentalist.com

  • Broomhill Art Hotel

    Sculpture gallery and very nice restaurant

    01271 850262

    www.broomhillart.co.uk

  • Bumblebee Balloons

    Balloons for all occasions. Let your imagination fly! Parties, weddings, events and celebrations.

    Hannah Jago

    07507 659560

    [email protected]

    www.facebook.com/balloonsbybumblebee

  • Crème De La Crème Casino

    Jane MacNamara

    01626 334538

    [email protected]

    http://www.cremedelacremefuncasino.co.uk/

  • Dan Brazier

    Magician

    07855 451355

    www.danbrazier.com

  • Fine Whines

    Music of the 20's, 30's, 40's

    Chris or Sue

    07867 523532

    [email protected]

    www.facebook.com/FineWhinesVintageJazz

  • Flybar

    A range of bars and other wedding services. Liam and Lucy are part of The Ash Barton family. They look after our customers as if they were their own family

    Liam Fairlie

    07795 625 425

    [email protected]

    www.flybar.co.uk

  • Flybase DJ

    DJ, Lighting, Disco, PA, bars and other wedding services. Liam and Lucy are part of The Ash Barton family. They look after our customers as if they were their own family

    Liam Fairlie

    07795625425

    lia[email protected]

    www.flybasedj.co.uk

  • HotTub Wonderlandia

    Hot Tub hire for Events, Parties, Festivals and Weddings

    07486 998631

    [email protected]

  • Josie and The Dukes Band

    Josie Smith

    07872936555

    [email protected]

    http://www.josieandthedukes.com/

  • Kooky Booths

    Photo Booth

    Nick Strutt

    07908 108212

    [email protected]

    www.kookybooths.co.uk

  • Milli Taylor

    Singer

    Milli Taylor

    07773 717284

    [email protected]

    www.millitaylor.com

  • North Devon bouncy castles

    Bouncy castle hire

    07929 770718

    [email protected]

    www.northdevonbouncycastles.co.uk

  • Safe-and-Sound-Shooting

    Clay pigeon shooting brought to you in our fields and woods

    Andy Tarr

    07727 238526

    [email protected]

    www.safeandsoundshooting.com

  • The Prop factory

    Vintage props, games and styling, Giant deckchairs, Vintage Ice cream trike and popcorn machine. Carmen is one of our longstanding friends. Super service, flexible and imaginative.

    Carmen Croxall

    07814116634

    [email protected]

    www.propfactory.co.uk/

  • Thomas and Katharine Housekeeping

    Katharine and Thomas provide our guests with a range of housekeeping services designed to make your stay relaxing and enjoyable. If you'd like a hot, home cooked meal waiting for your arrival. Your shopping done before you arrive, a breakfast service. washing up and kitchen tidying magically taken care of or just a tireless, willing pair of hands and a smiling face these are your people. They know the house like the back of their hands. Thomas will even make golf bookings or organise a surf trip and lead a party. Katharine is also a qualified film and TV make up artist if what you need is Wedding hair, Make up or nails.

    Katharine Shaw

    07716 968112

    [email protected]

    https://www.facebook.com/DevonHousekeepers

  • Barn Dance/Ceilidh

    Ceilidh and Barn dance caller.

    Jeremy Child

    07969 297 633

    [email protected]

  • Denmark Street Big Band

    There is no greater sound that can create the exhilaration felt when listening to a truly wonderful Big Band. From early to Contemporary Big Band music, either Vocal or Instrumental, our repertoire features the very best composers and arrangers. The Denmark Street Big Band will take you on a musical journey that spans nearly a century of great music. Not only can we transport you back in time, but as Count Basie said: "...it is more than the notes....it's not what you play, it's how you play it." The Denmark Street Big Band plays with their own energy and style, but stays true to the art and medium.

    Paul Burch

    07967 313675

    [email protected]

    www.denmarkstreetbigband.co.uk

Event organisation

Flowers

Food & Catering

Fun stuff

Marquees & Outdoor

  • HotTub Wonderlandia

    Hot Tub hire for Events, Parties, Festivals and Weddings

    07486 998631

    [email protected]

  • Native Luxury Bell Tent Hire

    Bell tent and Airstream hire

    07810 698 929

    www.nativeoutdoors.co.uk

  • World Inspired Tents

    Tipi tents

    Ed Wright

    01271 865306

    [email protected]

    www.worldinspiredtents.co.uk/

  • Yurt Hire

    Jack Willow

    07971641241

    [email protected]

  • Outdoor structures

    Baya Hire are the suppliers for beautiful timber framed domes which come in 3 different configurations and two of them, the Single Dome and Sail and the Double Dome are in a league of their own, a perfect mix of beauty and functionality.

    Edd Knight

    07702 071105

    [email protected]

    www.bayahire.co.uk

  • Big Tents

    Intent Productions are stretch tent experts. Delivering unique stretch tent installations, crafted for any type of space, purpose and scale. We design and create innovative structures whilst using our years of experience, knowledge and skill. As such we work with the country’s best creative agencies and businesses to tackle a range of challenges. From a small back garden in London to a 2,000 capacity venue at the world’s biggest live events. Our Stretch Tents have been used around the world for festivals and live events, sporting events and tours, corporate events, weddings and private parties.

    Matt Rivers

    07415095293

    [email protected]

    www.intentproductions.com

Music

  • Fine Whines

    Music of the 20's, 30's, 40's

    Chris or Sue

    07867 523532

    [email protected]

    www.facebook.com/FineWhinesVintageJazz

  • Flybase DJ

    DJ, Lighting, Disco, PA, bars and other wedding services. Liam and Lucy are part of The Ash Barton family. They look after our customers as if they were their own family

    Liam Fairlie

    07795625425

    [email protected]

    www.flybasedj.co.uk

  • Kitchen Klub (house and Ibiza music)

    House music club in Barnstaple

    Hannah Jago

    07507659560

    [email protected]

    www.facebook.com/kitchenklubhouse/

  • Milli Taylor

    Singer

    Milli Taylor

    07773 717284

    [email protected]

    www.millitaylor.com

  • Barn Dance/Ceilidh

    Ceilidh and Barn dance caller.

    Jeremy Child

    07969 297 633

    [email protected]

  • Denmark Street Big Band

    There is no greater sound that can create the exhilaration felt when listening to a truly wonderful Big Band. From early to Contemporary Big Band music, either Vocal or Instrumental, our repertoire features the very best composers and arrangers. The Denmark Street Big Band will take you on a musical journey that spans nearly a century of great music. Not only can we transport you back in time, but as Count Basie said: "...it is more than the notes....it's not what you play, it's how you play it." The Denmark Street Big Band plays with their own energy and style, but stays true to the art and medium.

    Paul Burch

    07967 313675

    [email protected]

    www.denmarkstreetbigband.co.uk

Officials

Other Services

  • Croyde Concierge

    Babysitting, dog care and walking, help at private functions, waitressing, bar and clearing up before and after, any variety of holiday PA services.

    Holly

    07861674374

    [email protected]

    www.croydeconcierge.com/

  • Devon Registration service

    Registrar

    0845 155 1002

    [email protected]

    new.devon.gov.uk/registrationservice/weddings-and-civil-partnerships

  • DMR Pyro Fireworks

    Fireworks

    Dave Macbeth

    07766 053223

    [email protected]

    www.dmrpyro.co.uk

  • Exmoor Luxury Loos

    Luxury loo supplier

    01598 760200

    [email protected]

    www.exmoorluxuryloos.co.uk

  • Flybase DJ

    DJ, Lighting, Disco, PA, bars and other wedding services. Liam and Lucy are part of The Ash Barton family. They look after our customers as if they were their own family

    Liam Fairlie

    07795625425

    [email protected]

    www.flybasedj.co.uk

  • Gilly’s Helping Hands Childcare Services

    Mobile Creche

    Gilly Williams

    07527 346279

    [email protected]

    www.gillyshelpinghands.co.uk

  • HotTub Wonderlandia

    Hot Tub hire for Events, Parties, Festivals and Weddings

    07486 998631

    [email protected]

  • Ice Cream Tricycle

    Ice Cream Tricycle hire with local Ice cream

    James Dawson

    [email protected]

    www.icecreamtricycle.weebly.com

  • Katharine Shaw Make up

    Film and TV make up Artist Katharine Shaw makes Ash Barton Brides and their parties look just as they dream. Her friendly, fun filled sessions are every Brides favourite way to start their Wedding day. Whether it is Bride and Mum, all the Bridesmaids, The entire party. Hair, Make up, nails. On the morning, the day before, pre Wedding photo shoots etc. Katharine ensures flair, fun and happiness.

    Katharine Shaw

    07716 968112

    [email protected]

    www.facebook.com/WeddingMakeUpAndHairByKatharineShaw

  • Premier Luxury Loos

    Luxury loos delivered to site

    01884 840864

    [email protected]

    www.premierluxuryloos.co.uk

  • Pumpkin Pye

    Flowers and styling

    Natasha Gawthorne

    [email protected]

    www.pumpkinpye.com

  • Shirley’s Dog Walking/Sitting

    Shirley Mowatt

    01271 812340/ 07765 154549

  • The Prop factory

    Vintage props, games and styling, Giant deckchairs, Vintage Ice cream trike and popcorn machine. Carmen is one of our longstanding friends. Super service, flexible and imaginative.

    Carmen Croxall

    07814116634

    [email protected]

    www.propfactory.co.uk/

  • Thomas and Katharine Housekeeping

    Katharine and Thomas provide our guests with a range of housekeeping services designed to make your stay relaxing and enjoyable. If you'd like a hot, home cooked meal waiting for your arrival. Your shopping done before you arrive, a breakfast service. washing up and kitchen tidying magically taken care of or just a tireless, willing pair of hands and a smiling face these are your people. They know the house like the back of their hands. Thomas will even make golf bookings or organise a surf trip and lead a party. Katharine is also a qualified film and TV make up artist if what you need is Wedding hair, Make up or nails.

    Katharine Shaw

    07716 968112

    [email protected]

    https://www.facebook.com/DevonHousekeepers

  • Outdoor structures

    Baya Hire are the suppliers for beautiful timber framed domes which come in 3 different configurations and two of them, the Single Dome and Sail and the Double Dome are in a league of their own, a perfect mix of beauty and functionality.

    Edd Knight

    07702 071105

    [email protected]

    www.bayahire.co.uk

  • Big Tents

    Intent Productions are stretch tent experts. Delivering unique stretch tent installations, crafted for any type of space, purpose and scale. We design and create innovative structures whilst using our years of experience, knowledge and skill. As such we work with the country’s best creative agencies and businesses to tackle a range of challenges. From a small back garden in London to a 2,000 capacity venue at the world’s biggest live events. Our Stretch Tents have been used around the world for festivals and live events, sporting events and tours, corporate events, weddings and private parties.

    Matt Rivers

    07415095293

    [email protected]

    www.intentproductions.com

Photography

Transport

  • At Action Taxi & Private Hire

    Andrew Collins

    07778 606418

    [email protected]

    www.ataction.co.uk

  • Coastline Taxis

    Martin provides reliable and timely Taxi services to and from Tiverton and Barnstaple railway stations. Late night pick ups for Wedding guests returning to their local accommodation and other local services. Coastline Taxis 01271 593337

    Martin Allen

    07944 476846

    [email protected]

    www.coastlinetaxisbarnstaple.co.uk

  • Taxi Phil Cobley

    Taxi

    07971 803337

The most amazing setting. So much space whilst still feeling intimate. Can't thank Simon and Pete enough for their continual support before during and after our big day. An absolute dream. Will visit again soon xxx

Yasmin Duncan

Looking for a place to party?

We'd love to hear from you.
Call Simon Daukes today on 07785 386 622