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Congratulations!
Congratulations on securing one of the UK’s most iconic wedding venues — Ashridge House.
Your venue is booked, the date is in the diary, and the exciting journey towards your wedding day can truly begin. So, what’s next?
You’ve come to the right place.
Here at Spires Lonton Weddings, we believe planning a luxury wedding is about far more than managing suppliers and timelines. It’s about creating an unforgettable experience that feels effortlessly elegant, deeply personal, and a true reflection of who you are as a couple.
As one of Ashridge House’s carefully selected planning partners, we know this extraordinary venue inside and out. From the intricacies of the estate and its logistics to the hidden opportunities that transform a beautiful wedding into an exceptional one, our expertise ensures you make the very most of everything Ashridge has to offer.
Through this exclusive partnership, you’ll benefit from preferential rates on our planning services, alongside the reassurance that your wedding is being guided by a team trusted by one of the country’s most prestigious venues.
Whether you’re looking for comprehensive support from concept to celebration, creative design and styling expertise, or simply an experienced team to ensure everything runs flawlessly on the day, we’re here to bring your vision to life while allowing you, your family, and your guests to enjoy every moment.
Ready to discover how we can transform your ideas into an unforgettable celebration? Explore our packages below and let’s start planning something extraordinary together.
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Why hire a wedding planner?
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Packages - including a digital planner
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why hire a wedding planner?
One of the questions we’re asked most often is:
“If our venue provides a wedding or events coordinator, do we really need a wedding planner?”
The answer is simple: whilst both roles are incredibly valuable, they serve very different purposes. Your venue coordinator, such as the dedicated team member you’ve been allocated at Ashridge House, is there to represent the venue and ensure everything relating to the venue itself runs smoothly. A wedding planner, on the other hand, represents you.
It’s also worth understanding that once you’ve secured your venue, communication with the venue team is often fairly limited until much closer to the wedding day, unless you have specific venue-related questions. Their role isn’t to source and manage suppliers, develop your design vision, oversee budgets and timelines, or guide you through the countless decisions involved in planning a wedding. That’s where we come in.
From the moment you book with us to the final farewell on your wedding day, we’re by your side managing every aspect of the planning journey. From budgets, timelines, suppliers and logistics to guest experience, design, styling and all those important details happening behind the scenes, we ensure every element comes together seamlessly.
More importantly, we’re here to help you create a celebration that feels authentically yours. We take the time to understand what matters most to you as a couple, helping you uncover ideas, opportunities and experiences you may never have considered. Our role is not simply to organise your wedding, but to elevate it.
With years of experience planning luxury weddings, we know where challenges can arise, where opportunities can be maximised, and how to ensure every decision is made with confidence.
We become your trusted advisor, creative partner and biggest advocate throughout the entire process.
Whilst your venue coordinator’s focus is naturally centred around the venue, its team and its services, your wedding planner takes responsibility for the bigger picture — ensuring every supplier, every detail and every guest experience works harmoniously together.
Most importantly, we give you something that is difficult to put a price on: time, confidence and peace of mind.
Rather than spending months researching suppliers, chasing responses, managing logistics and worrying about the details, you can focus on enjoying this special chapter of your lives, knowing everything is being guided by an experienced professional whose sole priority is bringing your vision to life.
Your wedding day should be spent making memories with the people you love most — not managing schedules, answering supplier questions or solving last-minute challenges.
That’s our job.
And it’s a privilege we never take for granted.
We can’t wait to work with you!
Looking for a wedding planner who knows this venue inside out – and will elevate your day beyond your wildest dreams? - You’re in the right hands.
Hi! Madie and Jess here. We are the trusted planning partners of Ashridge House, known for creating timeless, meticulously-executed celebrations for couples who value elegance, excellence, and peace of mind. Whether you’re dreaming of a weekend-long wedding affair or an intimate yet unforgettable day, we’re here to make it feel effortless — and exceptional.
One recent couple told us:
“We had the absolute privilege of working with the most exceptional wedding planners for our special day, Jess & Madie. From the moment we decided to embark on this journey, their dedication and creativity shone through in every aspect of our celebration. Their keen eye for detail and innovative ideas brought our dream wedding to life in ways we couldn't have imagined.
What truly set them apart was their unwavering support and commitment to ensuring our day was stress-free. They meticulously handled every intricate detail, allowing us to savour every moment without a worry in the world. Their calm demeanour and problem-solving skills were an absolute godsend during those moments of uncertainty.”As specialists in high-end weddings, we offer full-service planning, creative design, and on-the-day coordination – all delivered with calm, considered expertise. We’ve walked these grounds hundreds of times. We know exactly how to bring your vision to life, while navigating the finer details this venue requires.
So if you want a planner who can take care of everything (even the things you didn’t know needed taking care of), we’d love to hear more about your plans. Let’s create something unforgettable.
Insperation
Lets Talk Packages
We understand that one size doesn't fit all. That's why we offer a comprehensive, yet diverse range of services to cater to your specific needs and wants. Whether you're seeking inspiration, require assistance with the final details, or are in need of full-service planning, we've got you covered!
Design & Styling
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Our creative wedding and event design and styling service takes your initial ideas, and transforms them into a celebration that's uniquely yours. This service ensures that every visual element of your wedding is carefully curated and flawlessly executed, allowing you to enjoy a beautifully styled celebration without the stress.
We begin by deeply understanding your vision, or if you're unsure, we help you discover it. Through thoughtful conversations and attention to detail, we get to know you, ensuring every aspect of the design reflects your personality.
From there, we create a bespoke event concept that is both innovative and tailored to your style. We consider every detail, from subtle accents to bold statement pieces, crafting an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.
We handle all the creative elements, sourcing and managing the best suppliers and unique details that bring your vision to life. From florals and stationery to furniture and decor, we ensure every piece fit’s perfectly.
On the day, we’re there to oversee the setup, guiding the execution of your design so that every detail comes together flawlessly. This service is entirely tailored to you, ensuring that your wedding is as distinctive as you are.
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Your package journey...
Initial Design Consultation: Engage in a detailed consultation to understand your vision, preferences, and personality, or help you discover a creative direction if you're unsure.
Concept Development: Craft a unique and cohesive event concept that reflects your style and story, incorporating fresh and innovative ideas.
Mood Board Creation: Develop visual mood boards that capture the essence of your wedding theme, including colour palettes, décor items, and overall aesthetic.
Venue Styling: Plan the layout and design of your event, ensuring every space is beautifully styled to match your vision.
Floral Design Coordination: Collaborate with florists to design and select arrangements that complement your theme, from bouquets to centrepieces.
Bespoke Installations: Create and oversee custom installations, such as arches, backdrops, or statement decor pieces that add a "wow" factor to your event.
Furniture and Linen Selection: Curate the perfect furniture, linens, and table top items to align with your design concept, ensuring a harmonious look.
Stationery Design: Design or coordinate the creation of custom stationery, including but not limited to, menus, place cards, and signage that match your wedding style.
Vendor Coordination: Source, brief, and manage the best creative vendors, including florists, decorators, lighting experts, and rental companies.
Sourcing Unique Details: Find unique and personalised decor elements that make your wedding or event truly one-of-a-kind.
On-the-Day Styling Management: Oversee the setup and styling on the day of your wedding, ensuring all design elements come together seamlessly.
Creative Direction: Provide on-site creative direction to ensure every detail aligns with your vision and the overall aesthetic is perfectly executed.
Final Touches: Add those last-minute, thoughtful details that elevate the overall experience for you and your guests.
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£4,000
Allow us to inspire you and craft a breathtaking wedding or event that will be unforgettable with our design and styling package. Normally priced at £5,000, this service is offered at a special rate of just £4,000 for Ashridge clients through our exclusive partnership.
The price is based on a one-day event. If you're planning a multi-day celebration, please let us know, and we'll provide a bespoke quote tailored to your specific needs.
Six Week Serene
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Our 6-Week Serene Wedding Package is designed for couples/individuals who relish the creative process of planning their wedding/event but want to hand over the final details and coordination to professionals as the big day approaches. This package is perfect for those who want to source their own suppliers and crafted a vision for their celebration, but wish to elevate their experience by entrusting the final six weeks and on-the-day management to us.
Starting four to six weeks before your wedding, we step in to take over the mundane administrative tasks, coordinating with your chosen vendors, finalising timelines, and addressing any last-minute details. This ensures that nothing is overlooked, allowing you to focus on the excitement of your upcoming celebration without the stress of managing logistics.
On your wedding or event day, our team will be on-site to oversee the setup, manage your suppliers, and ensure every aspect of your plan unfolds seamlessly. With our expert coordination, you can relax and fully immerse yourself in the joy of the day, knowing that we have everything under control and people, details and décor will be exactly where you envisioned them!
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Your package journey…
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Initial Consultation: A consultation call at the time of booking our services to secure your wedding/event date and schedule your six-week follow-up call. We'll also review key focus areas and essential tasks you’ll need to complete between booking us and your big day, empowering you to start your planning journey.
MIDDLE
Over to You: Develop your overall theme and vision for the day. Research, negotiate, and book your preferred suppliers.
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Six-Week Call: We start working together again with a consultation call around 4 to 6 weeks before your wedding/event to review all plans and arrangements, ensuring everything is in place. We’ll discuss final details and understand your vision for the day and introduce you to your on-day coordinator.
Supplier Coordination: Liaise with all booked vendors to confirm details, delivery times, and setup requirements.
Logistics Management: Address any logistical requirements, such as guest and supplier arrival times and setup.
Guest Management: Review your guest list to ensure RSVPs are collated, dietary specifications are logged, and the seating chart is finalised according to Ashridge’s operational team requirements.
Legal Management: Obtain necessary legal documents from vendors as required by Ashridge, including PAT testing certificates and public liability insurance (PLI).
Timeline Finalisation: Create or refine the wedding/event day timeline, coordinating all activities from start to finish.
Venue Walkthrough: Discuss how you would like to use the venue for each element of the day, including layout and setup.
Stationery Management: Bespoke design and management of all printed materials on the day if not already arranged, such as menus, name cards, and seating charts.
Ashridge Handover: Conduct a handover meeting with your designated wedding/event coordinator at Ashridge to ensure they have all the information needed to run your day.
ON DAY
Day-of Coordination: 10 hours of coverage on your wedding/event day, overseeing the setup of the venue to align with your vision and ensuring all timeline elements are followed, keeping events on schedule and running smoothly.
Supplier Supervision: Coordinate and manage all suppliers on the day for seamless execution.
Guest Assistance: Provide support and assistance to you, the couple/client, and your guests as needed.
Tailored Support: Offer bespoke services on the day, tailored to your specific priorities and concerns.
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£4,500
Let us ease your stress in the final weeks and on your big day with our serene 6-week package. Normally priced at £5,500, this service is offered at a special rate of just £4,500 for Ashridge clients through our exclusive partnership.
The price is based on a one-day event. If you're planning a multi-day celebration, please let us know, and we'll provide a bespoke quote tailored to your specific needs.
Luxury Full Planning
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For those who desire it all!
Our full luxury planning service is your key to an extraordinary wedding or event. We’re here to provide you with comprehensive support from the initial spark of an idea through to the big day itself, allowing you to indulge in the excitement, while we handle the details.
Whether you're just starting or already mid-planning, our team fully immerses itself in your vision, tailoring our involvement to suit your needs. We understand that life’s demands can often overshadow planning, so let us handle the legwork, while you focus on the fun bits.
We bring your vision to life by sourcing unique elements, handpicking top-tier suppliers, and discovering hidden gems that make your event truly exceptional. Every detail is carefully curated—from florals and bespoke installations, to linens, furniture, and atmospheric decor. We ensure that every touch is perfectly aligned with your style and to ensure a seamless and stunning result.
On the day, we effortlessly orchestrate every element, creatively directing your vision to perfection. With our expertise, your wedding or event will be flawlessly executed, allowing you to enjoy every moment as much as your guests do.
Full wedding planning: All the fun, none of the stress! Let's get planning.
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Your package journey...
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Initial Consultation: Locking in your wedding/event date in our diary and discussing your vision, preferences, and budget.
Budget Management: Creating and managing the wedding/event budget to ensure all expenses are tracked and controlled.
Vendor Sourcing: Researching, recommending, and booking reputable vendors required, such as, but not limited too, florists, photographers, and entertainment.
Contract Negotiation: Reviewing and negotiating contracts with vendors to secure the best terms and pricing.
Design and Styling: Developing a cohesive design concept, including colour schemes, themes, decor, tablescaping, and overall aesthetic. Additionally, pairing you with and booking the appropriate vendors to achieve your desired look.
MIDDLE
Timeline Creation: Establishing an overview timeline for the planning process and the wedding day/event itself.
Stationery Management: Bespoke designing and management of all printed and digital materials pre, on the day, and post-wedding/event, including a wedding/event website if desired.
Bookings: Arranging food tastings and any pre-wedding/event trials.
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Detailed Timeline Creation: Elaborating on the previous timeline to ensure a detailed minute-by-minute run sheet inclusive of vendor and venue logistics.
Guest Management: Reviewing your guest list to ensure full RSVPs have been collated, dietary specifications have been logged, and the seating chart is finalised in accordance with Ashridge's operational team requirements.
Legal Management: Obtaining necessary legal documents from vendors as required by Ashridge, including PAT testing certificates and public liability insurance (PLI).
Venue Walkthrough: On zoom we’ll conduct a final run-through of how you would like to use the venue for each element of the day and how this will be laid out and set up.
Ashridge Handover: Conducting a handover meeting with your designated wedding/event coordinator at Ashridge to ensure they have all the information on what we’ve planned that they require to run your day.
ON DAY
Day-of Coordination: 10 hours of coverage on the day of your wedding/event, overseeing the setup of the venue to align with your vision, and ensuring all timeline elements are followed, keeping events on schedule and running smoothly.
Supplier Supervision: Coordinating and managing all suppliers on the day to ensure seamless execution.
Guest Assistance: Providing support and assistance to you, the couple/client, and your guests as needed.
Logistics Coordination: Coordinating with the Ashridge operational team to ensure all logistical details are in order according to our run sheet and the setup/tear-down schedules.
Tailored Support: Offering bespoke services on the day, tailored to your specific priorities and concerns.
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£8,000
As your wedding planners, we’re dedicated to being with you every step of the way, which is why we take on a limited number of clients each year for our full planning service.
Normally priced at £10,000, this service is offered at a special rate of £8,000 for Ashridge clients through our partnership. We believe in offering a fixed price rather than a percentage of your overall budget so you can spend d your money on the things that matter the most to you.
The price is based on a one-day event. If you're planning a multi-day celebration, please let us know, and we'll provide a bespoke quote tailored to your specific needs.
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Now that you've found your perfect package, reach out today to share your exciting plans and secure your date. Simply fill out the form below, send us an email, or book a call using the link. We can't wait to speak with you!
DIGITAL WEDDING PLANNER
DIGITAL WEDDING PLANNER
PLAN YOUR SPECIAL DAY WITH EASE
We understand that for many couples, planning your own wedding has been a lifelong dream—but now that the big day is approaching, it can feel overwhelming. That’s why we created this online, digital planner: to give you the structure, support, and confidence to bring your vision to life.Whether you're working with us - selecting from one of the packages above, opting for another planner, or going it alone, this guide provides a seamless, structured approach from start to finish.The Ultimate Digital Wedding Planner offers an affordable (only £39.99), convenient, and eco-friendly way to plan your wedding. Designed for ease of use, it comes with a ready-made framework—simply input your details to save time, reduce stress, and enjoy the planning process.