Our Recommended Suppliers
Not only do we believe we have some of the best views along the coast of South Devon, but our area is also blessed with some fantastic local businesses to make your special day that bit more magical.
Start Bay Weddings simply provides the venue and gives you the freedom to design your special day your way. We have no restrictions on suppliers, but we do have our own recommended local businesses to help make planning the big day that little bit easier. If however you feel you need more help, we can organise some of the amenities for you - from the toilet and generator hire to fire pits, straw bales and even a rustic bar.
Service Locations
QUAY HOUSE REGISTRY OFFICE, KINGSBRIDGE
A beautiful grade II listed building built in 1979, sits next to its own lawned grounds, 100 metres from the Kingsbridge-Salcombe Estuary
CELEBRATE YOU
Our dedicated team of experts are on hand to create a unique ceremony to suit your own individual style.
NICK GOODMAN, TOASTMASTER
Professional Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies, Nick will guide you through your day to ensure your day is truly memorable
Marquee Hire
MARLDON MARQUEES
Aims to utilise the site to its best, providing you with a beautiful marquee for your most important day. Specialising in Clearspan marquees to do away with centre poles and quy ropes to provide a clean, seamless look.
HATCH MARQUEES
Hatch will create elegant and stylish marquees, tailor made to suit your requirements. With a wide range of equipment, including clear roof marquees and stylish furnishings, they provide beautiful marquees along with a great service.
TIPI SPACES
This husband and wife team share decades of experience in luxury event management and engineering. Their unique ivory-white Nordic tipis are strikingly beautiful, infinitely versatile and incredibly stable in all weathers.
Catering
TRIX'S MIXES - BARTENDING SERVICE
Add some interesting items to your bar menu with this local internationally trained cocktail bartender. Not only will she serve your guests the regular drinks, she can knock up some fantastic cocktails to surprise your guests.
ROSE FARM HOG ROASTS
Rose Farm is a family run business farm to plate.
They provide hog roasts and pulled pork, served in rolls, wraps and 'naked' in a box with delicious accompaniments.
As well as this, they offer a full wedding breakfast.
ENTERTAINING FOOD, DARTMOUTH
Sensational food fresh from the heart of Devon.
With inspired menus, lovingly prepared dishes backed by a great service, Elaine guarantees hassle-free catering for any size event.
Photography
CLAIRE TREGASKIS PHOTOGRAPHY
Claire has nearly 20 years experience as a professional photographer, and specialises in wedding photography. Her style is natural, relaxed and stylish whilst enjoying building relationships to get those perfect shots.
HOLLY JENSEN
VIDEOGRAPHER
Holly is originally from the local area and now based in London.
For a one-off fee, she and Jack will film your entire day, preparation, ceremony and reception. They will provide you with footage of every part of your day so you'll never forget a bit.
JON PLIMMER PHOTOGRAPHY
Passionate about helping people capture the memories of their day. Jon provides high end, bespoke and personalised photography packages for your wedding.
Hair and Makeup
FOAK, KINGSBRIDGE
Katie has a passion for bridal hair and updos, thus qualifying for a Bridal Specialist Award.
"Our aim is to ensure that every moment of the wedding morning is relaxed, fun, and memorable."
UPPERCUTZ, KINGSBRIDGE
UpperCutz offer personalised wedding packages designed to meet your individual requirements, from bride only to wedding party and guests. They offer either an in-salon or an
out-of-salon package at your chosen venue.
JORDAN TUCKER
MAKE UP
Jordan is a fully qualified make-up artist and beautician with many years experience. She specialises in Bridal Make-up as well as offering a large range of services. She prides herself on being reliable, flexible and dedicated.
Flowers and Decor
CATHRYN BURNER
Cathryn is a local grower, creating with as many of her own home-grown flowers as possible. She is passionate about changing the way people buy and use beautiful blooms promoting environmentally friendly practices.
TWIG OF SALCOMBE
Twig's floral designs are inspired by the surrounding countryside, creating bespoke traditional, country, vintage or contemporary arrangements for your event!
BEAUTIFUL & BOTANICAL
Devonshire Florist working with fresh and predominantly dried flowers. Creating tailor made bespoke floral designs for all occasions using long-lasting, unique and sustainable dried flowers.
Cakes
FH CAKES, EAST ALLINGTON
Fern has grown up surrounded by cakes which started her love for baking. She now creates beautiful cakes for any occasion and loves nothing more than helping to create those special moments surrounded by family and friends!
ANNABELLE'S CAKE BOUTIQUE
New up-and-coming local cake maker, Annabelle will meet and discuss your ideas to produce a stunning, individualised centre-piece for your special day.
BOHO CAKES, HARBERTONFORD
Lisa uses inspiration from her local and one of the world's 'funkiest towns' Totnes, creating vibrant and colourful cakes with fresh local and homemade produce. With a large selection of flavours you can completely customise your cake to suit you.
Entertainment
THE TRAVELLING GOOSEBERRIES
Locally based jazz band who are perfect for a chilled afternoon reception. Groovy, mellow, cool... call it what you will but the members of The Travelling Gooseberries are used to getting toes tapping and captivating audiences. In their safe hands, the improvisations of jazz become exciting and unique, familiar yet fresh.
RIVIERA DOGS
Riviera Dogs are a five-piece band based in Torbay delivering a polished set of quality music from the decade that taste forgot and will probably lead to gyrating of the trousers and possibly full blown 'dad dancing'. They promise you an evening you won't forget...... and no Rick Astley!
BOOTLEGGER'S TURN
Bootlegger's Turn are a four-piece cover band based in Devon. They perform up-beat cover versions of modern and classic rock and pop songs that are guaranteed to have you singing and dancing the night away. With their years of experience, they offer something for audiences of all ages, making them an ideal choice for your party.
Accommodation
Toad Hall Cottages
Toad Hall Cottages, based locally, have hundreds of properties on their books ranging from romantic cottages for 2, to family homes and luxury houses for larger groups.
BEESON FARM HOLIDAY COTTAGES
Beeson Farm Holiday Cottages are a collection of 6 cottages converted from the original farm buildings, sleeping up to 26 guests in total. The cottages sleep 4-6 in each and dogs are very welcome.
MATTISCOMBE FARM CAMPING
Looking to give your wedding a festival feel? We have a nearby campsite only a short walk away with toilets and showers, bring the vans or tents or even hire from suppliers and avoid the concerns of driving home until the next day.
Amenities
SIGNATURE BLUE SHEPHERD HUTS
Signature Blue offer a wide range of chemical free, affordable, beautifully crafted, portable shepherd hut style toilets and showers. They are dedicated to providing the best customer service in the industry.
LUDBROOK CHILLERS, UGBOROUGH
Providing refrigerated trailers to keep all the food and drink cold on that beautiful sunny day. The trailers run off a generator and all cables are provided.
TRULY BEAUTIFUL BALLOONS
Truly Beautiful Balloons is run by Abbie, a local balloon artist. She offers a wide range of bespoke air filled balloon displays, however big or small for any occasion.