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PersonAmanda Thompson
18/7/2015 at 6:52pm
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Well my daughter has just got engaged to a lovely fellow but they're broke, as am I. We thought that we could do a rather unconventional wedding, hopefully next Oct. the idea is we could hire a small campsite or field exclusively for two days. The requirements would be; loos, running water and a covered barn in case of bad weather. We would bring trestle tables and a marquee, if there was no barn, and instead of presents, the guests would contribute, food, performances, flowers etc. we'd have to do a run to France for booze and it would be a casual affair but I'm sure it could be done. The only problem is finding such a site. We live in London but anywhere in the South East would be ok. Do any of you out there know of any gorgeous little sites that would fit the bill. I suppose we could hire loos if need be but that would push up costs.


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PersonGraeme_Cooke
18/7/2015 at 8:28pm
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Can't help with the venue but it sounds like a fab idea. Almost a festival wedding. Wellies defo a requirement I reckon.


Personjanus
19/7/2015 at 12:20am
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If they are broke forget the wedding, buy him a set of ladders and suggest they elope to Gretna and come home we'd. Then let them have the cost of a big wedding to set up home with and suggest to people that congratulations on getting married presents would be welcome.

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PersonHacksaw Bob
19/7/2015 at 1:05am
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You might find somewhere suitable in the Sites with Rally Fields in the South East list?


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Personferretlady
19/7/2015 at 6:33am
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Sorry can't help with the area, but it sounds so romantic and bet the guests will enjoy far more than a big lavish wedding. I think you could make it really magical. Much better than a big formal wedding!

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PersonAmanda Thompson
19/7/2015 at 7:59am
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Quote: Originally posted by Hacksaw Bob on 19/7/2015
You might find somewhere suitable in the Sites with Rally Fields in the South East list?




Thanks, I'll take a look.


Personpaul+julie
19/7/2015 at 10:04am
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If you cant find a site have you thought about hiring a village hall? our local one is lovely and has all the tables chairs and catering facilities for £7 an hour


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PersonAmanda Thompson
19/7/2015 at 10:55am
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Quote: Originally posted by paul at julie on 19/7/2015
If you cant find a site have you thought about hiring a village hall? our local one is lovely and has all the tables chairs and catering facilities for £7 an hour

Hi, thanks. I think we need to do a drive around. The only ones we're familiar with aren't very pretty and don't have outdoor space but it does require further research.


PersonFiona W
19/7/2015 at 5:03pm
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I think in England, the location has the licence for the wedding (church, country house, registry office etc). Up here, it's the person who has the licence - a friend's sister was married on the beach on Islay, another friend married at the top of a mountain. It's a lovely romantic & memorable plan for your reception but you may be able to narrow your search by getting a short list of places where the knot will be tied as you'd want the least distance between the two. Some big houses may be able to host the wedding and also have a rally field on the estate (I can think of one outside York, too far for you, has a tea room too). But I'm sure your idea has legs and I'm sure it'll work out wonderfully.

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PersonAmanda Thompson
19/7/2015 at 5:10pm
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Quote: Originally posted by Fiona W on 19/7/2015
I think in England, the location has the licence for the wedding (church, country house, registry office etc). Up here, it's the person who has the licence - a friend's sister was married on the beach on Islay, another friend married at the top of a mountain. It's a lovely romantic & memorable plan for your reception but you may be able to narrow your search by getting a short list of places where the knot will be tied as you'd want the least distance between the two. Some big houses may be able to host the wedding and also have a rally field on the estate (I can think of one outside York, too far for you, has a tea room too). But I'm sure your idea has legs and I'm sure it'll work out wonderfully.

I don't think that'll be an issue as they will have a registry office do with just witnesses and then a humanist ceremony which can be performed anywhere.


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PersonBaguette95
20/7/2015 at 9:11am
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I've just had a quick Google, & found Hallshire.com,
Linton Village Hall, built in 1887, hires out for £8 an hour. It's in Kent. Tanner Farm Campsite is nearby. It's south of Maidstone.
(I've never been anywhere near, I've just Googled).
Hope you get something sorted out...& post some pics. I love wedding photos!


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PersonAmanda Thompson
20/7/2015 at 9:20am
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Quote: Originally posted by Baguette95 on 20/7/2015
I've just had a quick Google, & found Hallshire.com,
Linton Village Hall, built in 1887, hires out for £8 an hour. It's in Kent. Tanner Farm Campsite is nearby. It's south of Maidstone.
(I've never been anywhere near, I've just Googled).
Hope you get something sorted out...& post some pics. I love wedding photos!


Thanks, I'll take a look.


PersonLlaniDavis
11/8/2015 at 2:52pm
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We did exactly this for our youngest daughter's wedding last year, but were lucky to be able to use a friend's field.
We "borrowed" a marquee from another friend, but had to rent a generator and toilets.
We provided a bit of food but everyone else brought enough to share.


PersonAmanda Thompson
11/8/2015 at 3:31pm
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Thank you so much everyone for your input and encouragement. We're following up all your suggestions and leads.



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