award-winning
About me: I live with my husband, my 2 children, my step son & 3 dogs(!) yes it’s a very busy household but I wouldn’t change it for the world! When I started my role at Unique Venues in 2012 friends used to say ‘always the planner never the bride’ but that wasn’t the case for me as I got married at our stunning sister venue in July 2018 and had THE most amazing day!
Favourite hobby/pastime: When I’m not working, I’m usually with the kids at soft play(!) out walking with our dogs or enjoying a steak at Miller and Carter!
Favourite First Dance Song: Ed Sheeran – Perfect (my first dance song of course!)
Favourite part of the wedding: When father of the bride see’s his daughter for the first time in her wedding dress. I wasn’t fortunate enough to have my Dad walk me down the aisle, but knowing how much those memories will be cherished forever means the world!
Your favourite aspect/part of Bredenbury Court Barns: The reaction you get when you open the double doors into the Oak Barn for couples and guests! ‘Wow’, ‘Amazing’ ‘Look at those views’….!!
About Me : I’m originally from Birmingham and moved to Herefordshire 14 years ago, now I couldn’t imagine living anywhere other than the beautiful countryside! I love being with family and friends and finding new places to travel to and visit.
Favourite hobby/pastime: Baking floral cupcakes for my previous business, now a hobby! Cooking is definitely a hobby of mine I love to host for my friends and family. Spending time with my two children and friends and exploring new places is what I am always planning for.
Favourite first dance song: Can you feel the love tonight, one that always gets me during a first dance. I do love an upbeat first dance too!
Favourite part of wedding: My favourite part is when the music first starts playing for the bride to enter the room to walk down the aisle, makes me well up every single time!
Favourite aspect of BC: The drive up makes you feel like you’ve just come into a different world, the views surrounding are stunning. If I have a spare minute, I’ll be looking out at the view of the hills.
About me: I love the outdoors, sports and visiting as many countries as possible, all three at once if possible! I love eating out and trying new food everywhere I go.
Favourite hobby/pastime: I love rugby, watching and playing. I grew up watching rugby and started playing in the last year and I absolutely love it all seasons of the year! My more relaxing hobbies are embroidery hoops and painting.
Favourite first dance song: L.O.V.E - Nat King Cole, it reminds me of The Parent Trap
Favourite part of a wedding: When the newlyweds are introduced into their wedding breakfast and all their guests cheer them as they walk through the Oak Barn doors.
Your favourite aspect/part of Bredenbury Court Barns: The orangery, no matter the weather, rain or shine it is such a big, bright, open beautiful space letting in so much natural light, it's a perfect balance of modern and historic.
About me: I grew up in the beautiful town of Ross-on-Wye before moving to Bristol for University, where I was fortunate to experience some life-changing opportunities, including spending a year in South Korea on a student exchange. I have a real passion for learning about different cultures and new ways of doing things and I'm always curious and eager to discover more.
Favourite hobby: I've always loved dancing! Growing up in a family of dancers, it's been a constant part of my life. At University, I joined the Dance Society where I taught weekly classes, performed and competed. What I enjoyed most was bringing people together and creating memorable performances that everyone could be proud of.
Favourite part of a wedding: The ceremony is such a beautiful movement that I'm in awe of each and every time. Watching the couple surrounded by their loved ones, celebrating their love is a special moment. It always makes my heart melt to see the joy in their faces and the happiness that fills the room.
Favourite part about Bredenbury Court Barns: My favourite part of Bredenbury Court Barns has to be the breathtaking landscape and views. Every morning I drive into the grounds, I'm in awe of the nature and love seeing the sheep. Walking around the venue and grounds is always so beautiful no matter the weather.
Favourite hobby: I've always loved dancing! Growing up in a family of dancers, it's been a constant part of my life. At University, I joined the Dance Society where I taught weekly classes, performed and competed. What I enjoyed most was bringing people together and creating memorable performances that everyone could be proud of.
Favourite part of a wedding: The ceremony is such a beautiful movement that I'm in awe of each and every time. Watching the couple surrounded by their loved ones, celebrating their love is a special moment. It always makes my heart melt to see the joy in their faces and the happiness that fills the room.
Favourite part about Bredenbury Court Barns: My favourite part of Bredenbury Court Barns has to be the breathtaking landscape and views. Every morning I drive into the grounds, I'm in awe of the nature and love seeing the sheep. Walking around the venue and grounds is always so beautiful no matter the weather.
About me: I got married in 2022 to my husband and I am a busy mum of four. In my spare time you will find me crafting and baking with my children or enjoying some time outside in nature.
Favourite hobby/pastime: I love reading a book in a quiet cosy corner somewhere and going out for dinner with friends.
Favourite first dance song: Thinking out loud, this was my first dance song.
Favourite part of wedding: My favourite part is seeing the grooms face when he turns round to see his bride walking down the aisle.
Favourite aspect of Bredenbury Court Barns: I love the entire venue but my favourite part has to be the Oak Barn, the panoramic views from all the glass are stunning even on a rainy day!
I’m not as old or grumpy as I look! If I’m not at work, you can usually find me on the golf course.
Favourite pastime: Playing golf and going on holiday!
Favourite first dance song: You Do Something to Me by Paul Weller
Favourite part of a wedding: Definitely the speeches!
Favourite aspect of Bredenbury Court Barns: The beautiful airy Atrium entrance with the reindeer chandelier and views of the grounds.
About Me: I have lived and worked at Bredenbury Court since I was 12 (with a few years out for further education). I'm a scientist by profession, a historian by trade, and an actor by persuasion, all of which I enjoy immensely. I have been all the way up to the very bottom of the highest mountains in the world, and watched the sun go down on Galway Bay. I now spend most of my time looking for my glasses...
Favourite pastime: Acting
Favourite first dance song: "I want to marry a lighthouse keeper." (Ha! Ha!)
Favourite part of a wedding: The Bride's walk up the aisle.
Favourite aspect of Bredenbury Court Barns: Watching the sun come up through the Oak Barn windows.
About Me : I have lived in Worcester all my life. I have 4 children and 2 grandchildren. I'm very much a family person and love spending as much time as I can with them.
Favourite hobby/pastime : Walking my 2 dogs in the fields, I also like gardening and experimenting with different flowers I find it very therapeutic.
Favourite first dance song : Hold me now by Jonny Logan always takes me to a lovely moment.
Favourite part of a wedding : When the couple say their vows is always a special moment.
Favourite aspect of Bredenbury Court Barns: This place really brings the magic of love to life. Boasting its stunning setting and a beautiful venue. And it’s incredibly kind, friendly and never-ending-helpful staff members. It really is a dream come true!
With a wealth of life & professional experience from military career, to commercial to property development, Simon has a love of all things Bredenbury, from first glancing the estate from the driveway! He has exciting visions for the future of Bredenbury Court Barns and fully engaged with its continued growth and success (consistently UK’s Top 5 most popular venues is not enough!). Ambition and overarching strategy to one side, Simon’s energy and enthusiasm is infectious and he enjoys being one part of a highly capable, genuinely caring and approachable team. He is equally at home on marketing strategy, meeting couples, working in the Estate Team or supporting the Wedding Team. A keen sportsman, Simon may be spotted running along the Herefordshire lanes or Malverns Hills, alternatively diving into broad cultural interests from ancient history, museums and galleries, to progressive trance ‘assemblies’!
