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L’ortola�
With its magical atmosphere and
beautiful location l’ortolan is the perfect
choice for your special celebration.
Nestled in the semi-rural village of
Shinfield our tranquil gardens offer a
romantic and beautiful setting for your
wedding and photographs. Be assured
that l’ortolan’s seductive surroundings
will guarantee that you enjoy the topclass food and service in the height of
luxury.
Civil Ceremonies
L’ortolan is an idyllic setting for a small
intimate ceremony or reception. Both
our light and airy Glass Room and the
impressive Dining Room are licensed
for civil partnership and wedding
ceremonies, and either are available with
no room hire charge. L’ortolan can be
hired exclusively for your day, enabling
you to celebrate in the privacy of the
former vicarage of Shinfield.
Please note, the restaurant does not
arrange the ceremony; this is the
responsibility of the Bride and Groom
who should contact the Wokingham
Register Office directly.
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Plannin�
A dedicated member of our team will
be on hand from the early stages of
planning, right the way through to and
including the day giving you peace of
mind and allowing you to relax and enjoy
your day.
Menu � Wines
Alan Murchison, his Head Chef Robin
Gosse and their brigade have created
special seasonal menus for you to
choose from, ranging from the 10 course
Menu Surprise to a lighter three course
lunch.
Passion is at the centre of everything at
l’ortolan, so whatever menu you choose
you won’t be disappointed by the
exquisite dishes prepared by the l’ortolan
kitchen.
Also, our talented sommelier is on hand
should you require assistance with
selecting the perfect wines for your
celebration.
Notes:
A&M Florists
A & M Florists have been designing exquisite
floral designs for over 18 years. Our staff pride
themselves in providing a high quality service
and attention to detail.
If you are looking for exquisite floral designs for your special
day, our staff are able to create a range of stylish floral
designs.
We can decorate the church and reception venue with
beautiful pedestals, candelabras and pew ends. You can
also hire a range of glassware for your reception venue,
which are becoming more popular. If you wish to add a
little bit extra to your reception venue, we offer a full
balloon decorating service.
If you are looking for inspiration, we have an extensive
portfolio of bridal designs for you to view.
Free evening appointments are available for you to discuss
your requirements.
94 Whitley Street, Reading, Berks. RG2 0EQ
Telephone: 0118 9874880
Email: [email protected]
www.amflorists.co.uk
Berkshire Brides
Visit our Showroom in Emmer Green,
Reading, Berkshire for a personal oneto-one service.
At Berkshire Brides we specialise in
Designer Wedding Dresses in sizes
8-20 but without the Designer price
tag! All our dresses are under £1,000
and are either samples or once-worn by
a Bride and then expertly dry-cleaned
and represent excellent value for money.
Some of the Designers we always
stock include Jenny Packham, Alan
Hannah, Ian Stuart, Suzanne Neville,
Pronovias etc.
Visits to our Showroom are by
appointment only.
Let us clean and sell your dress for you
after the Wedding!
Telephone: 0118 948 38 38
Email: [email protected]
www.berkshirebrides.co.uk
Elegant Touch Designs
BEAUTIFUL HANDMADE WEDDING STATIONERY FOR YOUR SPECIAL DAY
Georgie’s FLoral Boutique
Contemporary Wedding Flowers
We are a small, family run business and pride ourselves on delivering affordable
and unique designs without compromising on quality. Our designs are divided
into three collections: Foil Print, Elegance and Traditional.
All of our products are individually handmade and therefore we can adapt any
of our designs to complement the style and theme of your wedding. To view
our collections, please visit our website.
www.eleganttouchdesigns.co.uk
Call Bianca on 07964 816202 or Sam on 07531 329935
Email: [email protected]
Need a Cake has been established for over 15 years and offer a
friendly professional service and will create an exclusive, handmade
wedding cake to suit your theme, colourings and taste.
We offer contemporary, classic or novelty designs.
“in sugar we excel!”
You can speak to one of our professional cake decorators on
01189 690221.
47 Ravensbourne Drive, Woodley, Reading RG5 4LJ
www.need-a-cake.co.uk
[email protected]
Our inspirational ideas will make your wedding different from any other.
Whether you choose simple, elegant, elaborate or wacky arrangements,
our designs are limited only by your imagination.
We provide a tailor-made service to suit all budgets.
Georgie’s Floral Boutique, 581 Basingstoke Road, Reading, Berkshire RG2 0SJ
Telephone: 0118 986 1467
Brambles Florists, 28 Franklin Avenue, Tadley, Hampshire RG26 4ET
Telephone: 0118 982 1020
Email: [email protected] | Web: www.bramblesflorists.co.uk
Beverley Edmondson Millinery
Professional Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies
STRESS-FREE EVENTS
As a Professionally Qualified International Toastmaster, Mark Shaw-Brookman
is a “cut above the average” so if you are planning a special event why not
engage his services to help to ensure that it runs smoothly?
He can assist you with all the arrangements for weddings, corporate events,
parties, dinner dances or whatever type of event you may be planning.
He will ensure your event is enjoyable, stress-free and well organised.
Bespoke hats, fascinators and bridal headpieces • Individually made to your requirements • By appointment only
Contact Beverley on 07811 586200 or 0118 9326826
Mill Lane Cottage, Mill Lane, Riseley, Berkshire RG7 1XY
Email: [email protected] Web: www.theascothatshop.co.uk
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Please have a look at the website www.southerntoastmaster.co.uk to find
more details.
Telephone: 0118 983 3671
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.southerntoastmaster.co.uk
Jennies Bridal Wear
INSPIRED IMAGES
Suppliers of Wedding Dresses, Adults & Children’s Bridesmaids Dresses,
Tiaras, Veils, Shoes & Menswear Hire
PHONE: 0118 983 5090
Mobile: 07887 995696
Email: [email protected]
www.sharonronan.co.uk
Jennie’s Bridal Wear, Units 1-4 Old Mews, 32 High Street, Thatcham, Berkshire RG19 3JD
Tel: 01635 877711
The Accessory Room
* Bridal Shoes
* Bridesmaid Dresses
* Tiaras & Jewellery
* Occasional Dresses
* Fascinators
* Hat Hire
The
Bridal Photographer
natural... beautiful... stylish... wedding photography
17 Church Street, Twyford, Reading,
berkshire RG10 9DN
Tel: 0118 934 4853
www.theaccessory-room.co.uk
FINE STATIONERY
&
BRIDAL PORTRAITS
Contemporary sophisticated stationery that showcases Rebekah Daley’s
original fashion sketches.
Off the peg designs and couture service combining Hollywood glamour
with unique concepts such as 3D place settings.
For the discerning who demand impeccable service from concept
to completion.
www.rebekahdaley.com [email protected]
tel: 01745 827152
Extraordinarily unordinary
David Bostock, The Bridal Photographer, has a unique and fresh approach to wedding photography and is regularly featured
in a number of bridal magazines with his stunning, award winning and highly original images.
Call David for an informal chat to discuss your wedding photography at L’ortolan on 01491 200168
David Bostock (LRPS, LBPPA)
Telephone: 01491 200 168 15 Mill Lane, Benson, OX10 6SA
www.thebridalphotographer.co.uk
www.elliesanderson.co.uk
For the ultimate wedding flowers
Ellie Sanderson is situated in the old town of
Beaconsfield, 30 minutes from central London.
This well established boutique stocks some of the top
designers in Bridal Fashion and is for discerning brides
looking for the very best in quality and design.
Ellie believes that choosing your wedding dress is
a very personal experience and should be done
in an environment that is relaxed and gorgeous
with consultants that are both experienced and
knowledgeable.
Call Ellie now to book your personal consultation.
1 London End, Beaconsfield Old Town, Buckinghamshire HP9 2HN
01494 674 440 [email protected]
166 Hyde End Road Shinfield Berkshire RG2 9ER | 0118 988 6622
www.the-flowerstalk.co.uk | email: [email protected]
Really Nice Cakes
Really Nice Cakes is the bespoke
cake maker and decorator based in
Wargrave, near Henley-on-Thames.
Our cakes are made to order using
the very best ingredients possible with
an extensive flavour choice to suit
your needs.
Your ideas and inspirations are
very important to us so the cake is
unique and personal to you, creating
a spectacular piece of edible art for
your very special day. We take into
account all the latest design trends
to be ultra modern and up to the very
minute. We also make traditionally
iced cakes.
All the sugar flowers and cake figures
are made by hand and we can print
edible images and personalised
messages in preferred fonts. Our
service to you is on a personal basis
in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Nothing is too much trouble and
we always put you first. Really Nice
Cakes will make your dream cake
come true.
20 Ridgeway, Wargrave, Reading, Berkshire RG10 8AS
Telephone: 0777 620 3753
[email protected] • www.reallynicecakes.co.uk
Magpie Vintage
Capturing
those
precious
moments…
t 01189 836531
m 0774 0929136
e [email protected] www.magicphotography.co.uk
SJD Events Limited
The union of the creative talents of Lisa Harris and
Tania Borton formed Magpie Vintage in May 2006.
With the love of Antique and Vintage materials, they
decided to bring back a Past era.
It’s a day you’ll remember for ever through precious photographs and treasured memories.
So what’s more important than ensuring every tiny detail is taken care of by professional
people? People who care about your wedding just as much as you do.
SJD Events Limited are wedding planners and organisers for the Home Counties with more
than 15 years of experience in the business. Just as importantly, we’re passionate about
ensuring every aspect of your wedding is to your liking.
Magpie Vintage offers a collection of Bespoke
Vintage Jewellery, Bridal Head Dresses and
Accessories. An eclectic mix of treasures from the
1900s to 1960s. Antique beads, buttons, brooches
and earrings reworked onto silver to make one off,
unique, quirky and up to date designs.
With the team from SJD Events Limited working tirelessly behind the scenes of your Big
Day, you’ll be free to enjoy and savour every moment from beginning to end as we make
sure everything works seamlessly. Our bespoke wedding planning and organising service,
is designed to put you in the driving seat without the inevitable strain. Meaning you will
always be in control of this most important occasion - safe in the knowledge you are in
experienced hands.
All handmade in England.
Sunny Ridge, Parkway Drive, Sonning, Reading, Berkshire, RG46XG
Tel: 0118 9693685 • www.magpievintage.co.uk • [email protected]
What could be more important in life than your Wedding Day?
Telephone: 07770 406879
Email:
[email protected]
Website:
www.sjdevents.com
At SJD Events Limited we always want you to be entirely happy with each and every detail
- and that is why we will never take over. Instead we like to think of ourselves as the calm
but experienced backbone of a truly memorable wedding day.
How to find us
From light and refreshing to rich and creamy
freshly prepared Wedding Gateaux using fresh
fruit and berries. Beautiful individual creations
for any occasion that taste absolutely delicious.
Many dietary requirements catered for
including Gluten & Wheat Free, Low Fat, Egg
Free, Dairy Free, Vegetarian options as well as
a Diabetics choice.
Contact Barbara Miles on Tel: 0118 954 78 76 or Mobile 0795 183 16 55
E-mail: [email protected] or via Website www.baking-waves.com
Croppers in Bloom
With special thanks to:
The team here at Croppers in Bloom can cater for any occasion, with weddings our speciality. As every client is different, every
wedding is different. However modest or extravagant your requirements, we are proud to be a part of your special day. We like to
meet up in a free no-obligation consultation to discuss designs and specific requests in order to make sure we create the perfect
accompaniment to your big day. We have a passion for fresh, beautiful flowers, and an extensive portfolio of work for you to peruse.
Our aim is to ensure that your style and theme are reflected through the choice of flowers, and bespoke design.
We are also able to offer a wide range of items available for hire.
Please contact Helen or Rachel on 01189 302166, or [email protected]
to arrange a consultation at a time to suit you.
38 High Street, Theale, Reading, Berkshire RG7 5AN
www.croppersinbloom.com
Ed Clayton (www.edclaytonphotography.co.uk) - on site photography
Fuchsia Designs (www.fuschiadesigns.co.uk) - wedding stationary and favours
Flowerstalk (www.the-flowerstalk.co.uk) - flowers and arrangements
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Church Lane, Shinfield, Reading RG2 9BY
Tel: 01189 888 500
Fax: 01189 889 338
[email protected]
www.lortolan.com