Real Wedding: “Totally Immaculate Vibes” for Laura & Craig’s 3-Night Bachilton Barn Weekend
When Laura and Craig started planning their dream wedding, they didn’t just want a wedding day, they wanted a full, unforgettable weekend experience. In fact, Laura admits they had their hearts set on Bachilton Barn before they were even engaged!
We caught up with the newlyweds to talk about their relaxed, party-centric weekend, an unexpected late-night saxophone performance, and why Bachilton Barn was the only venue that checked every single box.
Choosing the Venue: Love at First Sight
For Laura and Craig, the vision for their wedding was crystal clear from day one: a relaxed, high-energy atmosphere where all their favorite people could stay together under one roof, eat incredible food, and party from dawn until dusk.
"It was incredibly important to us to have a full wedding weekend experience. Bachilton Barn is completely unrivalled in that sense because it offers accommodation for three full nights. Plus, it is just unbelievably stunning!" — Laura
From the rustic charm of The Barn itself and the cosy Cottages to the unique Yurts and spacious outdoor ceremony areas, the couple and their guests took full advantage of everything the estate has to offer for a true getaway experience.
The Highlights: A Dream First Dance & A Surprise Saxophone
When asked to pick a favorite moment from a weekend packed with highlights, Laura points to the moment they stepped onto the dance floor in the beautifully styled barn.
"The venue looked absolutely stunning and everyone we loved was surrounding us. It was a moment we've dreamed about for a long time."
But the night didn’t end when the wedding band packed up. In fact, the party was just getting started thanks to a dedicated guest and a bit of last-minute magic.
"My friend from Canada drove all the way back to Stanley to get his saxophone, and made it back just in time to play along for the band's last song!" Laura laughs. "This kicked off an hour of 'afters' once the band wound up for the night. We kept the music playing until the very last minute at the Tap Bar—absolutely no one wanted to end the party!"
Flawless Planning with the Bachilton Team
Planning a multi-day wedding weekend can feel daunting, but Laura found total peace of mind by leaning on the venue's dedicated wedding coordinators.
"Honestly, no question is a stupid one," Laura advises future couples. "I had so many questions, but Kayleigh helped me with every single one of them. Looking back, my advice to others would be that I needn’t have worried so much! It went even better than I could have imagined on the day."
From the 'immaculate vibes' of the Tap Bar to the seamless coordination from Kayleigh, Ellie, and the bar staff, the entire Bachilton team ensured the weekend went off without a hitch.
The Dream Team (Wedding Vendor List)
Laura and Craig credit their incredible atmosphere to a stellar lineup of local wedding suppliers who brought unparalleled energy to the morning preparations and evening party:
Catering: The Wayfaring Chef (who nailed the empire biscuits!) & Regis Banqueting
Flowers: Anna Stevold ("She absolutely pulled it out of the bag—I was blown away!")
Photography & Videography: Janine Kirkwood Photography & Keiran O'Rourke from I Do Weddings Videos (“Janine and Keiran had such infectious, positive energy”)
Band: Little Red Wedding Band ("They had the party going non-stop!")
Music: The Quartet (String Trio)
Decor: All Wrapped Up
Hair & Makeup: Hair by Yasmin & Ailsa Doc MUA (“brought such good vibes on the wedding morning”)
"Genuinely, they were all amazing," says Laura. "My hair and makeup team brought such good vibes on the wedding morning, and Janine and Keiran had such infectious, positive energy too."
Laura & Craig’s Top Advice for Future Couples:
"Just soak in the vibes from start to finish. The location, the food, the music, the decor—we’ve had compliments from our guests on absolutely everything!"
