Grange Barn Weddings & Events

Wedding Reception

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Our Wedding

We've changed your arrival time from 6pm to 7pm. But don't sweat it, there's still more than enough time to enjoy the evening!

Arrive at Venue - 7pm

Drunk munch will be served at 9pm. Find out more about our evening food in 'The Grub'.

Drunk Munch Served - 9pm

Grab those dancing shoes as we get locked in to B2B DJ's all night. Get those gun fingers ready.

Let's get loose - 7pm - Midnight

We'll wrap up the night at 12am. Taxi's have been booked to take you to your accommodation, so there's no need to organise getting picked up. If you want to find out more about travel, visit our 'Q&amp;A' section.

That's all folks - Finish at 12am

What's planned

Photos of the big day

We'd love for you to snap on the day as much as you please! Just not in the ceremony, until you're given the all clear by our lovely photographer, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kirstygreat.photo/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kirsty.</a> Please upload all of your photos of the big day to <a href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1P_v9Pm07erlfnyUDZZzBzTKRpsvKNdY4?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this Google Drive folder.</a>

Photos

Where can we stay?There's loads of accommodation available around the venue, at different price points. To find out more, <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/14QdIGIlift0TKRoniYBu3Th_JrI-l8av/view?usp=drive_link" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">click here.</a> TravelCar - The venue has parking on a hard surface for 35 cars, and overflow is field parking. Guests are welcome to leave cars overnight but they must be collected at 11am on Sunday. Taxi - Please book transport in advance! Taxi's will be available to take you home in the evening, so there's no need to book a return journey, however if you want to use a taxi to get to the venue, there's a list of recommended services below:Beeline Taxis (strongly recommend): 07850432434Lucy 7 Taxis: 01270 555555ShropShah Taxis: 07397014782Fozzies Taxis: 07789 813157Acorn Taxi: 01948665540 Train - The closest train stations are Crewe (35 min drive) or Nantwich (18 min drive). Crewe usually has more options for trains, and cheaper tickets! Can you cater to any dietary requirements? Yes for sure! There are vegan and veggie options available for the evening drunk munch. Let us know via our RSVP option on the website and we can sort it for you. Similarly with drinks, there will be non-alcoholic options available. What time does it end? Grange Barn license lasts until midnight, and everyone needs to be off site by 12:30am. As mentioned, there will be taxi shuttles available to take you wherever you're staying. They will take cash and card. Everyone WILL NEED to take taxi's off the premises, even if you're staying at the campsite. This is Grange Barn's policy so that people are safe when walking down the country lanes in the dark. What's the dress code? Pull out all the stops and dress to impress! We'd love to see you in your formal get up. What time should I arrive? Please arrive promptly at 7pm so you can join the celebrations late into the evening. Also you won't want to miss out on the pizza! Can I bring a plus one? Everyone who has been allocated a plus one has been told. We're really sorry but due to number restrictions we aren't able to invite everyone! Can I hop on the decks?We hope there will be time for an open decks towards the end of the night if anyone fancies. Who drew the GORGEOUS illustrations on your website?!That would be our darling best mate, and East London tattooist, Saff. You'll find her via her tattoo Instagram account here - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saffswhiskers/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@saffwhiskers.</a> What if I have other questions?We know we'll have missed something! If you have any other questions, please email <a href="mailto:emmaandelwedding@gmail.com%22%3ESend%20Email%3C/a%3E" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">emmaandelwedding@gmail.com.</a>

Q + A

Travel

Car - The venue has parking on a hard surface for 35 cars, and overflow is field parking. Guests are welcome to leave cars overnight but they must be collected at 11am on Sunday. Taxi - Please book transport in advance! Taxi's will be available to take you home in the evening, so there's no need to book a return journey, however if you want to use a taxi to get to the venue, there's a list of recommended services below: Beeline Taxis (strongly recommend): 07850432434Lucy 7 Taxis: 01270 555555ShropShah Taxis: 07397014782Fozzies Taxis: 07789 813157Acorn Taxi: 01948665540 Train - The closest train stations are Crewe (35 min drive) or Nantwich (18 min drive). Crewe usually has more options for trains, and cheaper tickets! Coaches - Please be aware that full size coaches will not fit down the driveway, so they will need to drop off at the gates and guests will need to walk down.Swains Coaches: 07583227799

Accommodation

There's loads of accommodation available around the venue, at different price points. To find out more, <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/14QdIGIlift0TKRoniYBu3Th_JrI-l8av/view" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">click here.</a>

Things to Do

Registry

The Parents

None of this would have been possible without them! Get the hot takes on the Bride & Groom from their parents before the big day.

Carol - Mother of the Bride

What's your favourite memory of Emma growing up?Carrying a small brown monkey bag around everywhere full of large glow in the dark bugs.ORFlattening her giant monkey soft toy in the living room on Christmas morning. How did you feel when you first met your future son in law?He reminded me of Gary, in the way he could chat to anybody and make them smile. What song reminds you of Emma?<a href="https://youtu.be/8pbdLqTh_x4?si=r2M-XSqDsnQuOkG_" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Radar Detector by Darwin Deez</a> What’s the most outrageous tantrum Emma ever threw and what was it about?She ran off the stage at a dance rehearsal when she was 4 because of the sound of thunder and lighting. She refused to go back to any dance classes after that. Up to that point she hadn’t had any tantrums, she was always happy and enjoyed anything she encountered. What’s the most questionable fashion choice Emma has ever made?None, life is all about trying new things and finding out what you like and what other people like and oh boy has Emma had fun with fashion.

Jane - Mother of the Groom

What's your favourite memory of Elliot growing up?So many wonderful memories!Early memories - Making a den out of the dining table using every sheet and blanket in the house and having lunchtime picnics sitting on cushions under the table.&nbsp;More recent memory - Elliot single handily making me a surprise three course meal for my special birthday. He had designed and printed menus and place cards and it made me feel so special. The food was amazing too.&nbsp; How did you feel when you first met your future daughter in law? I thought she was stunning with amazing skin and fabulous hair. She was so personable and a beautiful smile.&nbsp;Liked her immediately.&nbsp; What song reminds you of Elliot?<a href="https://youtu.be/ZbZSe6N_BXs?si=7Ew3GjwPpHCwgKpt" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Happy by Pharell Williams</a>Elliot’s sunny upbeat personality can always make anyone smile and feel good. We always used to say that if anyone could bottle the vibe that Elliot has they would be very rich! What's the most outrageous tantrum Elliot ever threw and what was it about?Elliot’s sports day at Beech Hall School. There was a swimming Gala and the school insisted on uniform swimming trunks. Elliot flatly refused to wear the very tiny Baywatch style red trunks!We had a very traumatic couple of hours trying to convince him to wear them but he would not budge.&nbsp;I have kept them all these years! They could come in useful one day as Superman fancy dress pants!&nbsp; What's the most questionable fashion choice Elliot has ever made?Nothing can beat the time Elliot and Lauren decided to dress up as each other. Elliot came downstairs&nbsp;wearing Lauren’s red Chinese dress split up both sides accessorised with every piece of costume jewellery and hair clips and earrings from Lauren’s dressing table! It was a sight!! Photographic evidence can be provided for anyone who feels they will not be traumatised for life!! 😂

Stuart - Father of the Groom

What is your favourite memory of Elliot growing up?&nbsp;Best memories spending proper time on ‘Dad n Son’ adventures.Stand out was 2007 trip to France, exploring Normandy D-day highlights followed by 24 hour motor racing at Le Mans. Epic &amp; memorable trip!Also, anytime Elliot has made me feel proud …. there have been so many of these occasions! 😊 How did you feel when you first met your future daughter-in-law?Beautiful &amp; that Elliot was more than ‘punching’! What’s a song that reminds you of Elliot?For me, <a href="https://youtu.be/SJUhlRoBL8M?si=KyVV67gt-LTjRbvU" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">‘Always look on the Bright Side of Life’</a>For P, ‘any of that xxxxx drum &amp; bass stuff’. What’s the most outrageous tantrum Elliot ever threw, and what was it about?When a label was left in one of his T shirts age 4 (ish). He always found them scratchy &amp; had to have them cut out but on this occasion you’d have thought it was a bunch of razor blades!! 😱 What’s the most questionable fashion choice Elliot has ever made?Faux sheepskin gilet!&nbsp;WTF! 😳

Gary - Father of the Bride

What's your favourite memory of Emma growing up?Emma 3 years old running around the house in Buntingford followed by the Gruffalow (me) playing hide and seek with squeals of laughter before bath time. How did you feel when you first met your future son in law? Great hugger, could be taller !!! Also can talk the hind leg off a donkey 😂 What song reminds you of Emma? <a href="https://youtu.be/7JMu6tUMenM?si=aocLGOjvv26SYzM8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">“Thomas the tank engine”</a> theme tune. What's the most outrageous tantrum Emma ever threw and what was it about? This would be difficult, but if I had to choose it would be your reaction to the Lion King video tape getting trapped in the machine and it going off. We had to get a new tape! What's the most questionable fashion choice Emma has ever made? Getting a tattoo of a cuttlefish in a very surprising location. Plus body piercings on your knicker line!

The Bridal Party 

They're a special bunch and they pack a punch. Introducing the unstoppable force that is the Bridal Party.

Ben - Man of Honour

What song reminds you of Emma?<a href="https://youtu.be/4JjSyITsyIs?si=lMossYsKZDQQXz2F" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bon Iver - For Emma, forever ago</a>An album but we move. Kinda clear why it reminds me of her ya know, but for as long as I can remember me n Em have absolutely loved Bon Iver. Bit of a slower one but ya know, still means a hell of a lot to me. How do you know Emma and what’s your favourite memory together?You could say I’ve known Em my whole life! (I’m her brother) and she’s one of my best mates.Trying to choose a favourite memory isn’t exactly easy so you’re getting a selection: Most recently, wandering around Glasto in a ridiculously sleep deprived state after driving overnight, arriving in the healing fields and having a proper giggle at trying to figure out what to put in the wishing box. (Hopefully that whole perfect wedding idea comes true!)ORGiving El and Em no choice but to keep me company while we were in Devon and watching some rather bizarre Instagram Reels for hours (gotta mention one with both the bride and groom)OREm’s reaction when I came back from Newcastle to surprise her on her 21st birthday (Em will really cry at most happy things, prepare for the wedding day!)ORThe times you came and picked me up from school and we just chilled in the car for arguably too long before going home.ORAny time she dressed me for an own clothes day back in the early days of school, always ended up with the best fits in the year of course. How did you land this prestigious role of man of honour?I was born into it xEm asked me if I wanted a cup of tea when I came back from London a couple years ago, and when I said no she became pretty damn insistent, then proceeded to stare at me while I drank it. Somehow I didn’t clock anything until I got to the bottom of the cuppa and spotted the message asking me to be her Man of Honour. A bloody wonderful way to find out! Or so she thinks, in reality she’d mentioned to me a few times I’d get the role when she was drunk, but the mug was still a lovely touch and surprise.But after years of Em helping me out left, right and centre I hope to pay her back (slightly) by being a cracking Man of Honour (hopefully). What’s Em’s worst outfit?Well I could go down the route of saying she’s never had a bad outfit because her style is immaculate (it wouldn’t exactly be a lie). But, how could I forget the humbug/beetlejuice half white-half black block fringe back when we were in school, not exactly an outfit but it had to get a mention. Which would you rather: catch the bouquet or avoid it like it’s on fire?Imma catch that shit, why not? Would quite like some flowers for my flat x What are you most looking forward to on the day?Honestly it’d be hard to choose, just looking forward to seeing Em and El smiling their faces off and, of course, having a good ol’ drink and boogie to celebrate after the ceremony.

Sarah - Bridesmaid

Can you name a song that reminds you of Emma?<a href="https://youtu.be/5rAOyh7YmEc?si=O78Jyex_Z-dtFPUG" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Where's Your Head At - Basement Jaxx</a> (because it reminds me of being at Elrow and seeing you SHINE) How do you know Emma and what's your favourite memory together?We met through our parents living down the road from each other and going to the same parties. I honestly have countless best memories but a thread that runs through them all is sitting together talking nonsense and setting the world to rights whether it's in the pub, on the sofa, or in your car with the holes in the footwell. How did you land this prestigious role of man of bridesmaid? (Feel free to brag about your amazing qualifications.)I landed this prestigious title because we've seen and loved each other through all our phases (even your two tone fringe and my aggressive bob). We have individually and together faced a million tests but I wouldn't have it any other way, because I can go the long way round if I've got you. If you had to survive the wedding day on one snack alone, what would it be?Crisps, obviously. Which would you rather: catch the bouquet or avoid it like it's on fire?Have you seen the meme of the woman downing her glass of champagne as the flowers fly through the air? What are you most looking forward to on the day?I'm looking forward to seeing Elliot's face when you walk down the aisle and seeing you marry the love of your life

Holly - Bridesmaid

Can you name a song that reminds you of Emma?<a href="https://youtu.be/uYB2Mqs24ss?si=8uk8PD4BI-tlUOOi" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Metronomy - A Thing For Me</a> How do you know Emma?Two men introduced us, we lost touch. Five years later, two different men reintroduced us... we fell in love and lived happily ever after. How did you land this prestigious role of man of bridesmaid? (Feel free to brag about your amazing qualifications.)I'm just really sound. Oh and my proficiency in Microsoft Office. What’s your favourite memory of us together?"DJing" the engagement party. If you had to survive the wedding day on one snack alone, what would it be?Plenty of Marlboro Gold. Which would you rather: catch the bouquet or avoid it like it's on fire?I've been practicing my line out lift if you catch my drift. What are you most looking forward to on the day?The collective effervescence of it all.

Jenny - Bridesmaid

What song reminds you of Emma?&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/7qbEt_lSib4?si=Tj1w7ddQdcPyzvoX" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bombaleo by the Gypsy Kings</a> whilst having a super high energy dance in the kitchen. How do you know Emma, and what’s your favorite memory together?We’ve been best friends since primary school! One of my favourite memories was on a year 5 PGL trip to Wales. After hours of caving in small underground tunnels, Emma shared with the group later that day that caving wasn’t her favourite sport, she explained it had brought her to tears as the space was so small that it had made her feel extremely constipated!&nbsp; How did you land this prestigious role of bridesmaid? (Feel free to brag about your amazing qualifications.)Grit, determination and bags of love. If you had to survive the wedding day on one snack alone, what would it be?Cream eggs. Which would you rather: catch the bouquet or avoid it like it's on fire?Catch it (provided I have to do no organisation/planning if I get married 🤣) What are you most looking forward to on the day?Eliot first seeing Emma walking down the aisle, it’s going to be a showstopper!!!

Saff - Bridesmaid

What song reminds you of Emma?Everything she wants by Wham! Because of her incredible live karaoke performance that was totally ICONIC How do you know Emma, and what’s your favorite memory together?Emma and I met (very recently!) on a silly games night with our mutual pals. I thought she was the coolest human ever, we made eye contact and it was love at first sight - literally!!!My favourite memory is probably when Emma showed me her wedding themed Pinterest board and we had completely identical pictures (including wedding dresses!!!!!!!) proper soul mates confirmed xxx How did you land this prestigious role of man of honour/bridesmaid? (Feel free to brag about your amazing qualifications.)My friendship with Emma is bizarrely new, but I feel like I have known her for a lifetime and I cannot believe how instantly we clicked! I am so honoured to be a new lil bridesmaid and I cannot wait to help out with literally everything because I’m strangely obsessed with organising If you had to survive the wedding day on one snack alone, what would it be?Babybels Which would you rather: catch the bouquet or avoid it like it’s on fire?I’m slide tackling whoever catches it to claim it for myself xxx What are you most looking forward to on the day?I am so so so excited to see Emma and Elliot celebrate their big day and I think I’m most excited to see Emmy in her dress for the first time.

Bridal Party

The Groomsmen

Ace - Best Man

How did you land this prestigious role of best man? (Feel free to brag about your amazing qualifications.)I’d like to think it’s because of our 10 years of friendship through DJing together at uni and bonding over a shared love of music but, I suspect Elliot really is tapping me up for either cheap flights or an upgrade for his honeymoon now that I’m working for an airline. What is your most fond memory with the groom?My favourite memory has to be the end of year house party in our second year of uni. We had constructed a mini DJ stage in Elliot’s upstairs living room of his student house. The party was in full swing, the stage and UV artwork looked amazing for a small house party. Then when we went down to the kitchen to get some more drinks, we could see the whole ceiling flexing and it looked like it would fall through at any minute with the number of people all dancing upstairs. We rushed upstairs and Elliot calmly got on the mic, put on his best dad voice and asked everyone to stop jumping to the music. That night stands out amongst so many great memories. Name a fun fact you know about the groom…He likes to cook and eat a whole bag of frozen gyoza after a night out. What is the grooms sexiest feature?&nbsp;His smile. How can you not love that smile! What are you most looking forward to on the day?I’m so excited to see my best mate tie the knot with an incredible woman who has made him happier than I’ve ever seen him.

Max - Best Man

How did you land this prestigious role of best man? (Feel free to brag about your amazing qualifications.)I’d like to say we’ve been best friends for over 20 years, but we both know that’s not true. We’ve definitely known each other for over 20 years but wasn’t until we got to college that we started to really get on. It’s been 12 years since then, and I’m sure he wouldn’t want anyone else standing up there next to him on his wedding day! (Well apart from this other guy. Whoever he is) What is your most fond memory with the groom?We used to open the batting for Mossley cricket club under 11s which was always fun! Even though if one of us got out it was the other person’s fault. But I think buying a 6 pack of shandy’s from Somerfield when we were about 10-12 years old was pretty cool. Name a fun fact you know about the groom?It’s always a battle to finish your sentence before he interrupts (I am also guilty of this!) What is the grooms sexiest feature?He’s got a great butt. What are you most looking forward to on the day?Having a boogie with my best mate and his beautiful bride. I love you man xxx

The Grub

We found <a href="https://www.jordyspizza.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jordy's</a> on good old social media. As soon as we saw the pizza's we fell in love, but if that wasn't enough, Jordy pulls up in a bright yellow, classic vauxhall pick up, cooking pizzas out the back! Starting in 2015, Jordan's first pizza gig was selling pizzas from outside a pub at the Nantwich Jazz festival.&nbsp;​From there, he began catering weddings and parties, building not only his reputation, but his knowledge and love for his prized dough recipe.​A couple of summers later <a href="https://www.jordyspizza.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jordy's</a> expanded when Jonjo (Jord's best mate) came on board, armed with a second truck and pizza oven to serve twice the number of events. Jordy's ethos has always primarily been about creating fresh pizzas using a dough recipe, created and developed by Jordan for 8 years and counting.&nbsp;&nbsp; 'Stunning quality ingredients are put together skillfully and cooked to perfection. I believe pizza is best when the ingredients speak for themselves, simplicity is key. The combination of flavours, textures and aromas can't be beaten.' Jordan. It's the Jordy's own-recipe dough, sauce and toppings alongside traditional methods that produce beautiful results. Jordy's pizzas are for the foodies.&nbsp;

Emma & Elliot

Emma & Elliot

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