Licensed by Somerset County Council for civil wedding ceremonies (click for info)
The Old Milking Parlour at Cavokay House
Barn wedding venue in Somerset, UK
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Approved Suppliers
For your wedding at The Old Milking Parlour, the bar, the caterer and the marquee (if you have a marquee) MUST* come from our list of Approved Suppliers below (the list contained in this pink-ish box). The reason for this is that we have on file all the legal and insurance paperwork relating to these specially chosen suppliers - and we are confident that they will give our valuable couples absolutely top-rate service and the best value for money. Just chat to these superb suppliers and book your choice.
Please rest assured that these suppliers are people and companies who have previously done a superb job for our wonderful wedding couples and have been specially chosen for their honesty, reliability and value for money.
Please also be assured that we do not receive any commission from - nor do we make any charge to - these suppliers to be on our approved list. They are chosen completely on merit.
Bars*
Outside Bars Dorset (Chris Young) www.outsidebarsdorset.co.uk
Catering*
Dorset Delights Catering (Alice and Louise Conway) www.dorsetdelightscatering.co.uk
Victoria O'Brien Cakes, Bakes and Catering (Victoria O'Brien) www.victoriaobrien.co.uk
Ethic Street Pizza and Grill (Fi and Mark) www.ethicstreetpizza.co.uk
Paxton and Brown Caterers (Henny) www.paxtonandbrown.co.uk
Somerset Hog Roast (Paul) www.somersethogroast.com
Dorset Porkers Hog Roast www.dorsetporkers.co.uk
Black Cat Catering - Grazing Platters/Boxes/Buffets - (Sarah) www.blackcatcatering.co.uk
Country Plate Catering (Sophie Miles) www.countryplatecatering.co.uk
Dikes Kitchen Event Catering www.dikes-direct.co.uk
Fairfoods (Clare Persey) - vegetarian and vegan catering www.fairfoods.org.uk
Underwoods Fish and Chips (James) www.underwoodsfishandchips.co.uk
Marquees*
Maidman's Marquees (David Brooker) www.maidmansmarquees.com
Ernest G Hart Marquees (Jon Ross) www.ernestghart.co.uk
The Marquee Hire Company www.themarqueehirecompany.com
DJ and Disco
Included in the price of your wedding at The Old Milking Parlour is a fabulous party evening provided by RS Sound and Entertainment's Disco. Rich and Si, RS's friendly, experienced and totally professional DJs, will keep the dance floor full and your guests bopping away all evening long. A fun time is guaranteed for all. LinkTreerssoundandentertainment
Recommended Suppliers
Hand-made Artisan Genuine Italian Gelato
Bo Bom Gelato (Marilena and Luca) www.bobomgelato.com
Ice Cream
Traditional Ice Cream Cart - traditionalicecreamcart@hotmail.com
Bands
Boogie Wookie (Kirsty) www.boogiewookie.com
Big Town Boppers www.bigtownboppers.co.uk
Mojo Covers Band www.mojoband.co.uk
The Clementynes (Tom Clements) www.tomclements.co.uk
Chris Toyne - Barn Dance, Ceilidh (with caller) - 01963 210 403 chris.toyne@btinternet.com
Skylark Live Music (Leona Passow) www.skylarklivemusic.co.uk
Daniel Benisty (Danny) www.danielbenisty.com
Dinner, Acoustic and Atmosphere Music
Charlie Greenwood - wedding, events and drinks reception vocalist - www.charliegreenwoodsings.com
Boogie Wookie Live Acoustic Lounge (Kirsty) www.boogiewookie.com
Wedding Guitarist (Dave Roberts) www.davidrobertsweddingguitarist.co
Tom Clements Acoustic (Tom Clements) www.tomclements.co.uk
Daniel Benisty: pianist/singer (Danny) www.danielbenisty.com
Skylark Acoustic (Leona Passow) www.skylarklivemusic.co.uk
Mariachi Bands
Mariachi Rey www.mariachirey.co.uk
Wedding Vocalists
Charlie Greenwood - weddings, events, drinks reception and evening party vocalist - www.charliegreenwoodsings.com
Harpists
Siona Stockel www.serenesounds.co.uk
Amie True www.amietruemusic.com
String Quartets
Keysworth String Quartet (Michael Moorsom) www.keysworth.co.uk
Pianists
Ed Wren (Ed) www.gigheaven.com
'cello
Atma 'cello and Guitar Duo www.atmaweddingduo.com
Magicians
The Bath Magician (Grant Maidment) www.thebathmagician.co.uk
Cartoonists and Caricaturists
Cornwall Caricatures (Cassie Kemp) - hilarious live portraits of you and your wedding guests - www.cornwallcaricatures.co.uk
Outside Entertainment (bouncy castles, fun fair stalls, skittles etc.)
Funtasia (Russel and Louise) www.funtasiaentertainment.co.uk
Laser Clay Pigeon Shooting
Clayzer Laser Clay Pigeon Shooting (Chris and Bev) - www.clayzer.co.uk
Owl Ring-Bearers and Birds of Prey
FAB Falconry (Florence Barker) www.fabfalconry.co.uk
Dancing Teachers (avoid those 1st dance nerves and amaze your guests)
Caron Parry School of Dance (Caron Parry) https://caronparryschoolofdance.co.uk
Bespoke Wedding Rings and Jewellery
Annette Gabbedey - Goldsmith - www.annettegabbedey.co.uk
Wedding Co-ordinators/Planners
Tasha-Mae Wedding and Events Co-ordinator (Tasha Gilchrist) www.tasha-mae.co.uk
Hay and Straw Bales
Mike Kerby - Bagber, Sturminster Newton - (calls only, no texts please) 078 16 601 538
Wedding Stationery
Front Page Print (Caroline Pass) - www.frontpageprint.co.uk
From Sally with Love (Sally Harflett) www.fromsallywithlove.co.uk
Sophie Amelia Designs (Sophie Sullivan) www.sophieameliadesigns.co.uk
Photo Booths
Bloc Photo Booths (Matt and Becky) www.blocphotobooths.co.uk
Pikabooth (Sophie and Matt) www.pikabooth.uk
Props and Venue Styling
Novia Events (Lisa Cooper) www.noviaeventsvenuestyling.co
The Wedding Library (Naomi) www.theweddinglibrary.co.uk
5 Star Celebrations (Jill Bowen and Jess Mason) www.5starcelebrations.co.uk
Venue Decoration Supplies
Table Decor/Chair Decor/Venue Decor - Event Decor Shop - www.eventdecorshop.co.uk
Beauty and Make Up
Amy Inwood Hair and Make Up Artist (Amy) www.amyinwoodbeauty.co.uk
Marybeth Trigwell Bridal Hair and Make-up (Marybeth) www.marybethtrigwell.com
Maria Lucas Hair and Make-up Artist (Maria) www.marialucas.co.uk
Bournemouth Bridal Hair and Make-up (Mel) www.bournemouthbridalhairandmakeup.com
Hair
Amy Inwood Hair and Make Up Artist (Amy) www.amyinwoodbeauty.co.uk
Marybeth Trigwell Bridal Hair and Make-up (Marybeth) www.marybethtrigwell.com
Maria Lucas Hair and Make-up Artist (Maria) www.marialucas.co.uk
Lauren Gosling Bridal Hair Specialist www.laurengoslinghair.com
Bridal Hair in Hampshire (Michelle Crosser) www.bridalhairinhampshire.co.uk
NLS Bridal Hair (Natasha) www.nls-hair.co.uk
Sapphire Styling (Wendy) www.sapphirestyling.co.uk
Accessories
Tessa's Tiaras (Tessa Corney) www.tessastiaras.co.uk
Celebrants
The Somerset Celebrant (Carol Smith) www.somersetcelebrant.com
Soulshine Ceremonies (Juli Moran) www.soulshineceremonies.co.uk
Celebrant, MC and DJ - Roger Knight www.theweddingguy.org
Wedding Dresses
Exclusively Yours Bridal Boutique (Kayleigh Harty) www.exclusivelyyoursbridalboutique.co.uk
Brides of Dorset (Tracey Goodall) www.bridesofdorset.co.uk
Bridal Reloved (Kate Rushall) www.bridalreloved.co.uk
Hermosa Bridal - Plus Size Specialist (Natasha Peddle) - www.hermosabridal.co.uk
Wedding Cakes
Charlie's Cakes (Charlotte) https://charlies-cakes.wixsite.com/my-site
Laura's Kitchen (Laura) www.facebook.com/Lauras.Kitchen22
The Silver Cake (Bea) www.thesilvercake.co.uk
Midnight Cake Creations (Teresa Baxter) www.midnightcakecreations.com
Photographers
Becky Weir Photography (Becky Weir) www.beckyweir.co.uk
TP Photography (Greg Thurtle) www.thurtlepower.com
Malthouse Photography (Mark Cornwell) www.malthousephotography.co.uk
Matt Curtis Photography (Matt Curtis) www.mattcurtisphotography.com
Cummins Photography (Charlene Cummins) www.cumminsphotography.co.uk
James and Kerrie Photography (James and Kerrie) www.jamesandkerriephotography.co.uk
Photography by Chantel (Chantel Fudge) www.photographybychantel.co.uk
Jasmine Shiner Photography www.facebook.com/jasmine shiner photography
Florists
Old Chapel Flowers (Sue Carter) www.oldchapelflowers.co.uk
Flourish and Grace (Zoe) www.flourishandgrace.com
The Flower Shed (Lea) www.theflowershedyeovil.wixsite.com/florist
The English Florist (Oonagh) www.theenglishflorist.co.uk
Silk Flowers
Pene Dene Flowers (Pene Dene) www.penedeneflowers.co.uk
Bridal Cars
AC's Wedding Cars - paulineh1805@gmail.com - Alex - 07852294076 Pauline - 07866486930
Premier Wedding Cars - https://www.premiercarriage.co.uk
Wedding Car Dorset - www.weddingcardorset.com
Wedding Transport for Guests
Excelsior Coaches - www.excelsior-coaches.com
Videographers
TP Photography (Greg Thurtle) www.thurtlepower.com
KB Wedding Videography (Kien Bennett) www.kbweddingvideography.com
Dan Pitman Media (Dan) www.danpitmanmedia
Kyle Forte Films (Kyle) www.kylefortefilms.co.uk
Laundry Services
Helliar Laundry Services - www.helliarlaundryservices.com
Accommodation
Clockhouse B and B (Christine Drake) www.clockhouse-marnhull.com
The Loft in Sherborne - sleeps two - (Kay) 07846 572848 www.theloftinsherborne.co.uk
The Snug at Caphays - sleeps two to four - at Caundle Marsh - 20 minutes away -(Kay) 07846 572848 www.thesnugatcaphays.co.uk
The Townhouse in Sherborne - sumptuous townhouse (Kay) 07846 572848 www.thetownhousesherborne.com
The Dog House, Mere - dog friendly accommodation - 20 minutes away - Jen and Frankie Lemen www.thedoghousemere.co.uk
Camping for tents, campers, caravans - Henstridge Golf & Leisure. 5 mins away. www.henstridgegolfandleisure.co.uk/touring-park
The Ship Inn at West Stour (Nick and Sarah) www.shipinn-dorset.com
Gable Cottage B and B (Lorna Julius-Sadler) - www.dorsetcottagebandb.co.uk/wp/
The Grange at Oborne www.thegrange.co.uk
The Crown at Marnhull www.crowninn-marnhull.co.uk
Priors Oak B and B, Stalbridge www.booking.com/hotel/gb/priors-oak-b-amp-b.en-gb.html
The Eastbury Hotel, Sherborne www.theeastburyhotel.co.uk
The Royal Chase Hotel, Shaftesbury www.theroyalchasehotel.co.uk
Travelodge, Wincanton www.travelodge.co.uk/hotels/561/Wincanton-hotel
The Grosvenor Arms , Shaftesbury www.grosvenorarms.co.uk