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Wedding Fair – Sunday 1st March 2020
We are pleased to announce our exclusive Wedding Fair. All welcome to view our stunning countryside venue.
Sunday March 1st 12.30 until 4.30
For any further information please feel free to contact us on 01565 723337 or email at info@oaktreeofpeover.co.uk
Exclusive Venue Showcase weekend
We are pleased to announce our exclusive venue showcase weekend. All welcome to view our stunning countryside venue styled for a civil ceremony and wedding breakfast.
Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th of January 2020 – from 11 until 3pm.
For any further information please feel free to contact us on 01565 723337 or email at info@oaktreeofpeover.co.uk
Holding your conference at The Oak Tree
The Oak Tree is available to businesses for conferences. We offer a full range of facilities.
Please click here to view our Conference Brochure
Planning your Perfect Day
At The Oak Tree of Peover, we understand that every wedding is unique, as is every couple who are getting married, each bride and groom will have their own ideas for what makes a wedding and how it will be special to them. It can be exciting when it comes to organising everything, from big decisions to the finer details.
Wedding planning can be stressful and decisions which once may have sounded exciting, can become a problem and something that you may start to panic about. But don’t worry, The Oak Tree of Peover has you covered, take a look at our helpful guide which covers four important areas to consider when planning your wedding.
Timing
Timing will play a big part throughout your wedding planning process and is everything when it comes to your big day, as well as the big day itself. From selecting and booking your dream venue to the timings throughout the day, timing is a very important part of your wedding.
Having involved friends and family is also good as when you have a good network around you, this can make things easier as they’ll help with the planning and organising. If you know people who have been married before themselves, this is great as they’ll have experience and be able to share tips with you.
Appearance
Appearance tends to be one of the most important things for the bride, this will cover a range of things from deciding how to wear your hair to makeup as well as the dress. Vanity plays a big role in wedding preparations which can also add extra pressure.
It’s a good idea to make sure that you prepare well in advance, especially if the way you look is important to you, this will give you all the time you need to prepare yourself so you can make sure that you feel good on your big day.
Guests
It’s important that you take some time out with your other half and create a list of your guests to help you decide who to invite, then get the invitations sent out. Once you’ve sent your invitations you may have had a few responses or you may have not, but it’s important to not take these responses as gospel.
People can be quite unorganised and forgetful, so they may have forgotten to save the date, however, but just because someone hasn’t responded to your invitation, this doesn’t mean that they aren’t coming, they may have just forgot or may have received the invite.
Transport
Another big part of the day is how you arrive at your wedding and your wedding transport will be involved in the success of your special day. You will need to consider different types of transport to suiting the theme and budget of your wedding. The earlier you book your wedding transport, the more organised you will be, making it a much smoother, hassle free planning process than what happens when you leave things to the last minute.
4 Key Things to Remember when Planning your Wedding Day
Every wedding day is unique, as is every couple who are looking to get married. Every bride and groom will have their own ideas for what makes a wedding and it can be exciting when it comes to arranging everything from big decisions to the finer details.
When it comes to the actual wedding planning, things can start to get stressful, decisions which once sounded exciting may now start to become part of your daily panicking about whether you’ve forgotten something. There’s no need to worry though, help is at hand, take a look at the four important areas to consider when it comes to planning your wedding.
The timing
Timing plays a very important role throughout the wedding planning process, as well as the day of celebration itself. From booking the wedding venue in the early days through to the time you need to arrive on your wedding day, timing should be one of the first things that you think about.
When you have a great network of friends and family around you, this can make things a lot easier, mums can be very helpful, as well as close friends who may have been married before. The people that know you better than anyone can help you to make all of the important decisions at the best times.
You could get yourself a wedding calendar that will help you to keep track of key dates and times, you can also make a note of when tasks need completing or when things need to be booked in. From wedding cars, invites, caterers and beauticians, these are just a few things that you will need to keep track of.
Your appearance
For the bride, your appearance will be one of the most important things that you think about when getting married, from deciding how to wear your hair and makeup, to weight loss and your wedding dress itself. Vanity tends to play a big role in wedding preparations, this can add extra pressure from the usual pressures of getting married.
It’s a clever idea to prepare well in advance, especially if the way you look is really important, it’s a challenging thing to do, but joining the gym early is a wise idea. The will give you plenty of time to get in shape, regain some fitness and ultimately, feel good about you. Trust us you’ll feel much better losing weight the right way, rather than trying an unhealthy fad diet in the lead up to your wedding day.
Don’t forget your guests
So now you’ve spent time make your list of guests with your other half, you’ve decided who to invite and who not to invite and your invitations have been sent, you may have had a few responses of you may not have, it’s important not to take these as gospel. People are unorganised and forgetful, so some may have forgotten to save the date. However, just because someone hasn’t responded to your invitation, this doesn’t mean that they aren’t coming, they may have simply forgotten or may have not got the invite.
The transport
Wedding transport is an important part of success when it comes to planning your wedding day, it’s vital to consider types of transport to suit the theme and budget of your wedding. The earlier you book your wedding transport, the more organised you can be, this will make for a much smoother, hassle free planning process than if you left things to the last minute.
Why Wedding Transport is Important
Wedding cars – what style should you book, how many do you really need and who rides with whom? There’s more to consider when booking your wedding transport than just the cost and how to save money.
Unique Wedding Experience
When you’re planning a wedding, there are a lot of decisions to make for the big day. What should my bridesmaid’s dress colour be? Where should I have my wedding? Where should I hold my reception? But do you know how you will get to and from all these places on your special day? While picking transportation may not be at the top of your priority list, it is important to know what costs particularly wedding transportation will entail with the size of your guest list especially when creating an initial budget for the day!
Choose the Best Wedding Transport for You and Your Guests
If your wedding party is on the smaller side, you have an incredible opportunity to really separate your wedding from others. You can create a unique wedding experience by finding a unique wedding experience by finding a unique vehicle to transport you throughout your night. You might want a flashy ride for your wedding day, but if you’re looking to add a touch of class to your wedding day, a classic livery vehicle is the perfect match. Many companies offer luxury rides in classic cars. These cars will grab everyone’s attention when you’re driving down the road, headed to your reception or even taking post-wedding photos in front of them.
Make a Statement with your Transport
The glamorous among you could opt to arrive by horse-drawn carriage, while self-confessed cinema geeks can hire DeLorean’s, Batmobiles and even the jeep from Jurassic Park for a ride! Let’s face it, half the fun of wedding transport is being able to make a red-carpet-worthy entrance in a vehicle you’d never ordinarily have the chance to experience.
Why Every Bride Should Care About Their Wedding Car
Wedding transport has traditionally been the domain of the groom, and while we are all for giving grooms free reign, there are a few things brides need to know about the importance of their transport and it isn’t all under the hood…
Quality Control
Professional wedding cars are maintained to ensure that the cars will run reliably on your big day, after all, the last thing you need is a breakdown! The great thing about wedding hire car companies is that they not only ensure that the engine and exterior is well maintained and immaculate, but that the interior is perfect as well. A clean interior is especially important for your wedding day as a mark on the car seat may transfer onto you dress!
An Expert Driver
While you may know someone with a picture-perfect car, you also need to consider who will be driving it. Car hire companies provide a chauffeur to drive who know how to negotiate traffic, so you don’t have to. You should also always ask about how your driver will be dressed as they are more than likely going to be in some of you wedding photos.
High Quality Service
Good hire firms generally provide added incentives such as champagne and finger food for you and your bridal party at the photo shoot. The time spent in the car will likely be some of the few quiet moments you will have with your groom and bridal party and your driver will know to give you the privacy to be able to relax, reflect and unwind.
A Taste of Luxury
You’ll be going to every effort to ensure your wedding day is perfect and your ride definitely shouldn’t be forgotten! It’s the perfect chance for you and your groom to bask in the extravagance of a luxury car.
Christmas Party Package
Come and celebrate your Christmas party at The Oak Tree this winter, our stunning oak framed venue is situated in the beautiful Cheshire countryside making it the perfect place to host your party or festive lunch, exclusively for you and your guests. You can enjoy a glass of glittering Prosecco by our roaring open fire in the bar before being seated for a delicious 3 course meal in our Acorn room covered in twinkling fairy lights, creating that perfect festive atmosphere. After dinner head to the dance floor to party the night away or head out onto our terrace for some sparkler fun and get cosy by one of our heated fire tables. It’s your night, let us help to make it one to remember!
Exclusive venue hire
Selection of canapes
Festive 3 course meal with tea / coffee and mince pies
Mini sparklers out on the terrace to finish your evening celebrations
Festive novelties
Your own DJ
£60.00 per person
All prices are inclusive of VAT
Based on a minimum of 50 guests
Please call us on 01565 723337
Dates available: Tuesday – Sunday (6pm – Midnight) NOT available Saturday 15th, Friday 21st, Monday 24th and Tuesday 25th December 2018
EXTRAS
Why not add on a few additions to your party to make it extra special;
Magician – 2 hours £665 inc VAT
Sax for during your meal – 2 x 45 min sessions for Saxophonist – £432 inc VAT
Accommodation
We have a range of local accommodation all within a 15-minute drive from the venue Travelodge in Northwich – (7-minute drive) – 0871 9846484
The Swan Premier Inn in Knutsford – (15-minute drive) – 0870 990 6428
Premier Inn, Mere – (15-minute drive) – 0871 527 8574
Ibis Budget Hotel, Tabley – (10-minute drive) – 01565 650636
The Golden Pheasant, Plumley – (2-minute drive) – 01565 722261
Taxi details (please see below local taxi numbers)
Knutsford taxis – 01565 745022
Amber Taxis – 01565 650707
Acorn Cars – 01565 621111
Deans Taxis – 01606 46666
A&P Taxis – 01565 653888
The History of Weddings
Wedding Traditions
There are many things associated with weddings that everyone knows about and without a doubt include in their own. Traditions such as the wedding bouquet, the garter toss and the bridal veil are all typically included in weddings today, but do you really know why or what they represent? Some wedding traditions date back centuries and are included in many ceremonies without question.
Wedding Rhymes
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue – a rhyme in which we are all familiar with, dating back to Victorian times and each section of the saying represents a different aspect of the wedding.
- Something old represents the bride’s family and the past, so many brides wear an old family heirloom such as jewellery or clothing as part of their wedding day attire.
- Something new signifies the future and good fortune in the bride’s new life.
- Something borrowed is typically borrowed from friends or family members to symbolize borrowed happiness.
- Something blue stands for fidelity, purity and love and can be creatively incorporated into the bride’s attire in many different ways.
The Garter Toss
The garter is a type of garment that the bride wears on her leg underneath her wedding dress and is removed by the groom at the end of the reception. The origins of this ritual come from a wedding superstition from the Middle Ages that taking an article of the bride’s clothing would bring good luck. Over time this tradition developed into the groom removing the garter from the bride himself and then tossing it into the crowd of single men to protect the bride from a horde of people.
Bridal Veil
The veil isn’t just another accessory to make the bride look beautiful and dainty. The ancient Greeks and Romans believed that wearing a veil would protect the bride from evil spirits who would attend the wedding to try to curse the newlyweds. What began as a protective article of clothing became a status symbol in the Victorian era when brides would start to wear more elaborate veils to signify their wealth.
Wedding Bouquet
The wedding flower industry is a multibillion dollar industry, with bridal bouquets, bridesmaids’ bouquets, groom and groomsmen boutonnieres, centrepieces and décor to fulfil. But did you know that this pretty bunch of flowers once started as a bundle of garlic, dill and other herbs? This aromatic bunch was believed to be used to drive evil spirits away. When Queen Victoria and Prince Albert wed, the herbs were replaced with fresh flowers. Over time flowers became the more popular choice for bouquets and today the variety of combinations of flowers is endless.
White Wedding Dress
Traditionally, brides did not necessarily always wear a white wedding dress. Instead, they wore whatever their best dress was at the time. It was not until Queen Victoria and Prince Albert’s wedding in 1840 in which she wore a white gown that it became the norm. Many believe that white represents purity, but in fact in biblical times blue was the colour that represented purity hence the ‘something blue’ term. Today, the traditional wedding gown is some shade of white and we can thank Queen Victoria for that.
Matching Bridesmaids Dresses
Matching bridesmaid dresses can be a bridesmaid’s worst nightmare, since it’s tough to find a style and colour of dress that is flattering on all shapes and body types. However, this custom goes back to the ancient Romans. They believed that evil spirits would attempt to curse the bride and groom on their wedding day and by having the bridesmaids dress in matching dresses it would confuse the spirits into not knowing who the actual bride was. This would protect the bride and groom from being cursed and bring luck to the marriage.
Giving Away the Bride
The bride’s father traditionally walks his daughter down the aisle to give her away to her new husband. What is now seen as an emotional and touching moment comes from a time when daughters were considered property. The father would use his daughter as a form of currency to pay off debts or buy his way into a higher social status. It was also viewed as a transaction between the father and groom of transferring ownership of the bride. Naturally this viewpoint has disappeared over time and today the father giving his daughter away is symbolic of the parents’ blessing of the marriage. In today’s modern times, it is not necessarily the father who walks the bride down the aisle, but any significant family member or loved one.
Wedding Favour Ideas
Favours are one element of a wedding that couples are always on the fence about, they’re a sweet little gesture to give thanks to your guests but when added up they can end up as an expensive extra. We’ve come up with some cost friendly ideas, whatever style or theme you’re going for, you’re bound to find a favour to suit your wedding.
Lucky Lottery Tickets or Scratch Cards
Who doesn’t love the thrill of a scratch card, package the lotto tickets up nicely in a envelope that incorporates your theme, you can also add the guests name and this can add up as a place card. You could even give guests a lucky penny to use when scratching.
Personalised Playing Cards
There’s nothing like a good game of cards, a deck of cards is extremely underrated, especially when you think of what can be achieved. Not only are there hundreds of games that can be played, there’s lots of places where you can play them. With so much that can be achieved, personalised playing cards are undoubtedly make the perfect wedding favour for your guests to enjoy.
Food favours
What’s better than a wedding favour that involves food, in this day and age, wedding favours have become less traditional more quirky, this includes popcorn, lollipops, chocolates, sweets, cakes, spices and mini condiments, all great ideas for wedding favours. What’s more is most food related favours will be snapped up and eaten before the end of the evening.
Charity donation
When it comes to favours, donating money to a charity to your heart is a great idea, you could also leave a card which explains the significance of the charity that you’ve donated to. Some charity donations provide badges with donations, so this is something that you can include to show you’ve made a donation.
A little tipple
Looking give the adults something to enjoy on the night, miniature bottles of spirits are a great option. There’ll always be a drink to suit the mood or theme of your wedding and they’re always sure to be well received. The choice of miniature could compliment the season of your wedding, so for a mid summer celebration, you could choose gin, whereas a winter wedding may be suited to a cream liqueur.
Scented candles
Everyone loves a candle, nowadays there’s lots of weird and wonderful scents available too. So you can find something different and unique for your wedding favour. You could even create your own unique wedding scent, something for your guests to enjoy and remember your wedding by.
Bottle openers
Cute and personalised bottle openers will be a fun wedding favour and something that your guests will find useful and they can use them again and again.
Flower seeds
Your guests will adore these packets of seeds, you can choose from a range of blooms, whether it’s your wedding flowers or something significant to you. You can add charming designs t the packaging and ensure that your loved ones will be reminded of your wedding when their flowers start to grow.