Weddings are certainly special events. Unlike other celebrations, they adopt and embrace bridal traditions that go back centuries. Each traditional element helping to make the day feel unique. It can also be a little daunting though! The area of wedding traditions is one that always raises questions when I talk to Barton Grange Hotel brides and grooms. ‘Do we have …
As strange as it seems to be looking ahead to autumn weddings in the summer, now is the time that wedding couples planning weddings in Lancashire later in the year are adding the finishing touches to their big day. An autumn wedding with its russet, orange and gold colours lends itself perfectly to introducing a warm, thanksgiving wedding style. The …
Our next Wedding Open Day will be on Thursday 1st March between 5.00pm and 8.30pm. So why not register your interest then you can enjoy a Glass of Fizz, Canapes and all that Barton Grange has to offer. With a wealth of knowledge available to you, we would be honoured if you could join us to discuss your plans for …
Choosing the best cocktail In planning any wedding day, choosing the right catering is an important decision. With Lancashire wedding couples that are getting married next autumn and over the Christmas period starting to make some final decisions, now is the time to consider what drinks are going to be served. As our list of best cocktails for a wedding …
Choosing the right wedding cake One of the most important aspects of any wedding day is choosing the wedding cake. How it fits with the style of the wedding and the all-important photo opportunity of ‘cutting the cake’. Wedding cakes have been part of marriage ceremonies since medieval times, but trends in wedding cakes have certainly changed. They were originally …
You have probably worked tirelessly to ensure that your wedding day goes by without a hitch. Outfits, refreshments, food, seating plan, colour themes, hair and make-up, photographer, car and entertainment have all been booked months in advance, are all confirmed and ready to go. So, what can possibly go wrong? Well, occasionally there are one of two things that may …
Autumn is on its way! We, like many wedding venues in Lancashire, are seeing a real increase in weddings for the autumn season which has, in part, been inspired by some amazing colours in wedding décor that are really on-trend this year – bronze, gold and burnt orange. Thankfully this is set to continue, and armed with our autumn wedding …
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Entertainment at a wedding is one of the most important aspects of the day, and whilst you’re in the midst of planning everything else, this needs to be given careful consideration. Long-gone are the days when a local DJ used to arrive with his ‘decks’ and play their favourite tracks! Entertainment can now span across the whole of the wedding …
One of the questions I am asked most often is about what type of reading is appropriate on the big day. Readings at weddings are a deeply personal choice, and getting it right is hugely important for couples. Choosing the right wedding readings gives the bride and groom the opportunity to express how they feel for one another and reflect …
