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COLIN AND AMY'S WEDDING
January, 2009 in Basingstoke
"Oakley Hall Park near Basingstoke had participated in a competition with the local radio station Kestrel FM, to win a dream wedding worth £20,000.00! To enter I had to submit in 50 words why I felt that Colin and I deserved it, then that entry went onto votes. The 5 couples with the most votes at the end of the week were invited up to Oakley Hall on Sunday 22nd June 08 to participate in the final (a wedding fayre was also taking place on the day)– A kissing competition, along with elimination questions. To celebrate, we were given a helicopter ride straight after winning, which took us to Thruxton airfield, where a brand new Bentley was waiting to bring us home. The actual prize included the rooms for the ceremony, wedding breakfast and the marquee for the evening reception, red carpet on arrival, champagne reception and canapés, a three course wedding breakfast with wine plus champagne to toast, an evening buffet, DJ, and a firework display!
We both have to say that the whole day was fantastic, from start to finish. Having won such a wonderful prize, we were just so grateful to be able to get married (and in style!), after wanting to do so for so long. The ceremony was very relaxed and calming – neither of us was nervous – just excited, the wedding breakfast was enjoyed by all, and all four speeches (from my brother Phil – Usher, then my Father Mike – FOB, then Colin, then Colin’s brother Neil – Best Man) moved all the guests to tears and were very personal and touching. The reception had everyone dancing and the firework production was simply amazing – everyone braved the cold to watch the display. It was a magical touch to the already perfect day!"
Ceremony: Oakley Hall - The Steventon Room
Reception: Oakley Hall - The Garden Room, the Marquee
Vendors
- Cakes/Candies Vendor: Sugar Craft Centre
- Limo Company: Christophers Cars
- Florist: Nicci G's
- Photographer: Alan Bowman Photography
- Jeweler: Petras
- Tuxedo Vendor: Slaters Menswear
- Jeweler: Goldfinger
- Wedding Fashion Vendor: Rena Zhang Couture
Venues
- Ceremony: Oakley Hall - The Steventon Room
- Hotel: The Hampshire Centrecourt
- Reception: Oakley Hall - The Garden Room, the Marquee




Cakes/Candies Vendor:
Sugar Craft Centre
23B Goat LnBasingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom
"The Sugar Craft Centre in Basingstoke provided a heavy discount on our three tiered wedding cake towards our competition win. Each tier was different, the top being fruit cake, the middle having a chocolate centre and the bottom tier a lemon sponge – something for everyone. The cake was simple and elegantly decorated in plain ivory icing with fresh red roses (matching to my bouquet) between each tier and posy on top Debbie was a treasure when it came to the day and ensured that all ran smoothly for us. The cake was delicious and we had many compliments. Will defintely use again for our future cake requirements! Debbie, youre a star!"
Florist:
Nicci G's
Basingstoke, Hampshire"Nicci Gs florist of Camberley also contributed to competition prize by donating £500.00s towards our wedding flowers. The flowers matched between those of the three bouquets (Bride - full deep red roses with diamantes, and bridesmaids - full ivory roses, both wrapped with ribbon), the with button holes for the grooms-party and ivory corsages for the ladies. Our centre pieces were red and Ivory roses surrounding a church candle, within a large glass bowl. The red roses were also used for our cake Thanks to Gregor and Hannah! The flowers were so fresh and looked fantastic!"
Jeweler:
Petras
Viables Craft CentreBasingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom
"For my brideal jewellery, I wanted something subtle and elegant. Petra and Mitch helped me design a pendant and stud earrings that matched my engagement ring - yellow 18ct gold princess cut sparklers. They also helped me choose a lovely necklace to compliment. Lovely, and professional! Thanks you!"
Jeweler:
Goldfinger
Basingstoke, Hampshire, UK"We purchased our rings from Goldfinger - who we met at a wedding fayre. The services provided by Jeannie was outstanding and knowledgeable, and she helped us to design our wedding bands, which look fantastic and were so reasonably priced. Fantatsic personal service received. Thanks Jeannie!"
Limo Company:
Christophers Cars
Reading RdReading, Wokingham, United Kingdom
"A beautiful Bramwith Limousine (hired from Christopher’s Cars in Reading) first took my Mum, Nan, great Aunt and the bridesmaids to Oakley Hall, then returned to collect my me and my father from my parents house. It’s a stylish, classic looking car that seats up to 7 passengers - alternative to the modern stretch limousines that are presently more common. After the ceremony, the car took me and Colin for a trip around Basingstoke so we could spend our first few minutes as man and wife together, soaking up the day so far. Christopher’s Cars were also kind enough to offer a discount on the package in spirit of the competition. They were more than helpful, and the service providedwas excellent. We cannot thank you enough!"
Photographer:
Alan Bowman Photography
71 Cowslip BankLychpit
Basingstoke, Hampshire RG24 8RR, UK
01256 354319
"We met Alan and his wife Inge at a wedding fayre and instantly liked his work. After meeting with other photographers we knew that we wanted Alan to photograph our special day. When Alan heard of the competition win, he was also kind enough to offer discounted prices on his packages in line with the competition. He has been very supportive in the planning and listened to the style of photography that we preferred and took control on the day, ensuring every moment was captured. His attitude and approach to work was very calming on what can be such a nerving, anxious time. We are more than happy with the results, which were available very quickly after the wedding, All the family are impressed too! Thanks to Alan, we have beautiful memories of our perfect day, who can ask for more! Thanks Alan! Colin and Amy x"
Tuxedo Vendor:
Slaters Menswear
165 Howard StreetGlasgow, Renfrewshire G1 4HF
0141 552 7171
"**Slaters Menswear (hire-wear) in Basingstoke also contributed to the competition on the day of the final, and supplied Colin with his suit – a black Prince Edward jacket and matching trousers, with an ivory waistcoat and ruche,. The best man (Colin’s brother Neil), the ushers – Ryan (friend) and Phil (my brother), and page boy Alfie (my nephew) all wore the same suite and waistcoat, but claret ruche. All the guys at Slaters were so helpful and kind, we are very grateful to them all for such a fantastic service!"
Wedding Fashion Vendor:
Rena Zhang Couture
43A The BoroughFarnham, Surrey, United Kingdom
"My dress was part of the original competition prize, offered by Rena Zhang Couture (to the value of £3,000.00). My dress is a unique design based on my dream dress and Rena’s knowledge - An ivory strapless sweetheart neckline, fitted at the waist with silver embroidery, flowing down to the tulle skirt. I felt like a princess in it! Working with Rena and her staff has been an absolute pleasure! She has been so very kind and generous with regards to the contribution. She is very experienced in her work and this shows when you speak with her. I gave Rena brief ideas of my dream dress, to which she worked her magic and what she produced was nothing less then outstanding! Everyone knew that my dress was part of the competition prize I won, so I knew all eyes would be on it, and it didn't fail to impress. It fitted beautifully and photographed so well. My new husband couldn't take his eyes of me - I felt like a princess! I cannot thank Rena enough for her generosity and service, and would most certainly recommend her to any bride-to-be!"
Reception:
Oakley Hall - The Garden Room, the Marquee
Rectory RdBasingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom
Hotel:
The Hampshire Centrecourt
Centre Drive, Great Binfields RoadBasingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom
"For our first night as husband and wife, we booked the honeymoon suite at he Hampshrie Court. We had a lovely spacious room, and were treated to complimentary champagne at breakfast as a congratulations from the staff. We were able to enjoy a swim and sauna to relax after our big day. The staff were very pleasant and helpful. Would recommend to anyone!"






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