Wedding Suppliers at Cooling Castle Barn

From flowers and photography to music and finishing touches, the right supplier can help bring your plans together.

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Florists & Styling

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Photography & Videography

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Music & Entertainment

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Cakes & Finishing Touches

COO Jewellers

COO Jewellers is an award-winning wedding ring specialist with a welcoming showroom in Gravesend, Kent, perfectly placed for couples marrying at Cooling Castle Barn and across the surrounding area.

We specialise in made-to-order wedding rings, shaped and fitted wedding bands, engagement rings and eternity rings, all created with expert guidance from our friendly team. Whether you’re looking for a timeless plain band, a beautiful diamond wedding ring or something completely bespoke, we’ll help you create rings that feel truly personal to you.

For shaped wedding rings, we can digitally scan your engagement ring to create a wedding band designed to fit perfectly alongside it.

Our rings are crafted in our Hatton Garden workshop, with a choice of platinum, gold, palladium and alternative metals, all backed by our lifetime manufacturing warranty.

Appointments are relaxed, friendly and never rushed.

Chris Blackledge Photography

Hi I’m Chris. I have the absolute pleasure of capturing amazing moments in peoples lives in an unobtrusive, creative and fun documentary style, which leaves you to enjoy the day you have planned whilst I capture some awesome pics of you and your guests living their absolute best lives. All the fun, laughs, love, tears and hugs that make your day unique to you.

Established in 2010 as an antidote to the regular run of the mill, forced, wedding photos, I have been lucky enough to have been invited to, and capture, over 400 weddings, won multiple national and international awards for documentary storytelling and have had an absolute blast along the way!

Capturing couple’s incredible days at Cooling Castle Barn has been a pleasure for many years now and I so look forward to many more to come. 

Jeys Heavenly Events

Jeys Heavenly Events specialises in beautiful, bespoke wedding cakes and delicious dessert displays.

 

From rustic semi-naked and elegant buttercream cakes to elaborate and completely bespoke creations, every cake is made specially for you as a couple.

 

We also offer a range of dessert displays, from elegant to rustic, all beautifully styled to complement your wedding cake and overall theme.

 

With a huge passion for weddings, I absolutely love bringing your visions to life.

 

I aim to make the process as easy and stress-free as possible, helping take one more thing off your wedding planning list. I deliver and set up on your wedding day so you can relax and enjoy your special day knowing everything is taken care of.

 

Made with love & Designed for your day.

Danny Jack Photography

Hey, I’m Danny Jack! A documentary wedding photographer based in Rochester. My approach to wedding photography is to document your day as naturally as possible. Outside of a few couple photos and 10 minutes of family portraits you’ll never need to do anything for the camera. Just have an amazing time and ill do the rest. I’ve been a wedding photographer for over 10 years with over 400 weddings under my belt and I know Cooling really well.

My work is often described as colourful, fun, creative and natural so if that’s the kind of thing you’re looking for then I’m sure we’ll be a good fit!

Feel free to check out reviews on google and my portfolio on my website, I look forward to hearing from you!

Together Forever Brides

Together Forever Brides is a family-run bridal boutique in Crayford, Kent, helping brides find their dream dress for over 20 years.

Every bride enjoys a relaxed, private appointment with the boutique and changing suite entirely to herself, giving her the time and space to discover what feels right, with no pressure and honest, friendly guidance from our experienced team.

Our carefully chosen collection includes Madi Lane, Morilee, Allure Bridals, Phoenix Gowns and our exclusive TFB Label. From clean, modern silhouettes to romantic lace and timeless classics, there is something for every bride.

Size inclusivity sits at the heart of TFB, with every gown available to order in an inclusive size range.

We believe finding your wedding dress should be one of the happiest parts of planning your day. Follow us on Instagram to discover our latest gowns, real brides and more from inside the boutique.

Ebony’s Bridal Hair & Makeup

Ebony’s Bridal Hair & Makeup specialises in luxury bridal hair and makeup, creating beautifully polished, glamorous looks that leave every bride feeling confident and unforgettable.

Known for her signature Hollywood waves, modern bridal hairstyles and flawless soft-glam makeup, Ebony creates timeless, sophisticated looks tailored to each bride’s individual style and wedding vision.

From your personalised trial to the wedding morning, Ebony provides a calm, professional and luxurious experience, using premium products and expert techniques to ensure your hair and makeup looks immaculate, photographs beautifully and lasts from the first look to the final dance.

For larger bridal parties, Ebony is supported by her trusted team of professional assistants, ensuring everyone receives an exceptional level of care and attention.

Because on your wedding day, you deserve nothing less than exceptional.

Talking Fly Wedding Films

Talking Fly Wedding Films creates relaxed, story-led wedding films across Kent, London and the wider UK. Our unobtrusive, documentary approach allows couples to enjoy their day naturally while we capture the real atmosphere, emotion and moments that matter. We place particular focus on vows, speeches, natural audio and all the little interactions that make each wedding unique, bringing everything together in cinematic films that feel personal and true to the day. We usually film with two videographers and include drone coverage wherever conditions and permissions allow. Having filmed many weddings at Cooling Castle Barn, we know the venue well and love capturing everything it offers.

Twenty 20 Events

Elevate your wedding celebration with unforgettable entertainment and stunning decor tailored to the rustic charm of Cooling Castle Barn. Specialising in interactive photo experiences and premium venue lighting, we bring your evening reception to life in style.

Capture candid, lasting memories with our full range of photo services, including modern Selfie-Mirrors, interactive 360 Booths, and Classic or Vintage Photo Booths. We also supply White LED Dance Floors and romantic Illuminated Letters to seamlessly complement your venue decor. Designed to create an irresistible party atmosphere and a glowing backdrop for your first dance, our setups transform your reception space into something truly magical.

Whether you want fun photo keepsakes, a dazzling dance floor or luminous decor details, we deliver a complete, picture-perfect experience for your big day.

Nikita Fuller Makeup

Hi, I’m Nikita, a Kent based bridal makeup artist with over 15 years of experience. I specialise in creating timeless, elegant bridal looks that enhance your natural beauty and last beautifully from morning through to the evening celebrations.

I believe every bride deserves to feel confident, beautiful and completely herself on her wedding day. I take the time to understand exactly what you’re looking for, creating a personalised look that makes you feel like the very best version of yourself.

I love being part of the wedding morning and pride myself on bringing a calm, relaxed and friendly presence. I work seamlessly with the bridal party to keep everything feeling organised and stress free, allowing you to relax, enjoy those special moments and look forward to walking down the aisle.

The Redfords

The Redfords are a local, family-run wedding band who have been performing at Cooling Castle Barn for over 20 years.

 

Specialising in complete, tailored entertainment, we provide romantic acoustic music for your ceremony and drinks reception—with your choice of songs played live during the ceremony—right through to a dynamic, high-energy evening band, This includes live performances of your first dance and father-daughter dances, professional lighting, and photos.

 

Perfectly tailored to Cooling Castle Barn, our equipment works seamlessly with the venue’s sound limiter to deliver maximum energy at the ideal volume.

 

Known for exceptional musicianship and a versatile repertoire spanning classic rock, pop, indie, and modern hits, our packed dance floors and two decades of experience at the Barn ensure a seamless, stress-free celebration from start to finish.

FranniePants

I am an independent maker of bespoke wedding stationery, designing, printing and handmaking every piece from my home workshop.  I offer couples the opportunity to personalise elements of my designs, creating invitations that beautifully reflect their wedding day and individual style.

Alongside invitations, I also create matching on-the-day stationery, including table plans and personalised place cards, printed with each guest’s name and their chosen meal from the wedding breakfast menu.

I love working closely with couples to create affordable, personal wedding stationery using quality materials.  Every invitation is handmade with care and attention to the very last detail, ensuring that each piece is as special and unique as the day itself.

I feel incredibly lucky to do what I love every day, and take great pleasure in helping couples create beautiful stationery that will become part of memories of one of the most important days of their lives.

TDH Media

You’ve found the dream dress or suit, hired the perfect venue and bought the rings. Now you need the ultimate recording solution to capture every bit of your big day.

I can provide an award-winning HD/4K wedding video experience or a ground-breaking photography service that includes 800+ copyright-free photos. I supply in digital format, enabling you to print, email or publish all of your pictures online again and again, as often as you choose.

Terry Hobday

Danny Whatchorn Designer Florist

We are proud to be an award winning, independent florist and venue stylists in Kent, a family-run business with a huge passion for weddings.

We put our heart and soul into every wedding we create, with precision, care and the utmost attention to detail, no two weddings are the same, we love creating something truly personal and unique for every couple.

We can provide beautiful fresh wedding flowers, bridal bouquets and bridesmaid’s flowers, including stunning faux flower displays and have an extensive range of wedding hire and venue styling. 

Having been a supplier to Cooling Castle Barn for 23 years, our range includes a spectacular, bespoke choice of wedding lighting and draping, which create a magical atmosphere in the barns. 

From our initial conversation to the final finishing touch, we work closely with you to create a wedding that feels completely personal, beautiful and unforgettable.

Floral Explosion

Award-winning, family run company Floral Explosion offer luxury bespoke wedding floristry and venue styling across Kent.

As a recommend supplier for Cooling Castle Barn for almost 20 years, they have styled over 1,000 weddings at the venue, and are well known for their romantic mega dense fairy light canopy and beautiful floral arrangements. Their grand scale table centres such as their popular wisteria and enchanted forest trees are perfectly designed for Cooling Castle’s large barn setting.

Floral Explosion’s expertise, experience and personal approach guarantees you’ll be in safe hands when it comes to bringing your dream day to life. From bouquets, buttonholes and show stopping centrepieces; to table decor, chair drapes and romantic lighting, the team of talented florists and stylists cover all aspects of venue dressing to make planning your wedding decor as stress-free as possible.

Specialising in high quality, flower-filled, luxurious designs, Floral Explosion pride themselves on turning ideas into something bespoke and magical, creating a stunning look for your special day.

Ties for Guys

Ties for Guys came from years of hands on experience running Bennetts Menswear, where I saw just how quickly trends move and how often accessories don’t keep up. Working closely with customers and suppliers, helping put together modern, well balanced looks, one thing stood out: the right tie doesn’t just finish an outfit, it makes it.

That’s why this collection has been put together with modern weddings in mind. Each piece is chosen to work seamlessly with today’s suit styles and to coordinate easily with bridesmaid colours. The aim is simple, take the stress out of getting your groomsmen looking sharp, with a range that feels current, cohesive, and easy to wear.

Sophistic Hair

I’m Sophie, a recommended hair stylist at Cooling Castle Barn, and I feel incredibly lucky to create beautiful bridal hair in such a special setting – one that holds a very personal place in my heart, as I got married here too! 

I’m passionate about creating beautiful, effortless hair for the modern bride, with every style tailored to complement your dress, personality and vision. Whether you dream of soft, romantic waves, an elegant updo or something effortlessly chic, my aim is to make you feel confident, beautiful and completely yourself on your wedding day.

Having experienced Cooling Castle Barn as both a bride and a stylist, I understand just how magical your wedding morning can be. I’m here to make your hair experience relaxed, enjoyable and memorable, helping you feel your absolute best as you prepare to say “I do.”

So, please get in touch – I’d love to hear all about your plans and for us to get excited together about your big day!

Donna Ripley Flowers

Every love story is one-of-a-kind — and so is every bride. That’s why I craft completely bespoke floral designs, tailored just to you. No two brides are ever the same, so neither are my flowers.

I work only with the freshest, most beautiful seasonal blooms, creating soft, luxurious arrangements with a dreamy, deeply romantic style. From delicate petal textures to lush, flowing shapes, every detail is chosen to reflect your personality and the magic of your day.

Your wedding flowers should feel utterly you — timeless, elegant, and wonderfully personal. Let’s create something breathtaking together, made just for your love story.

Pure Mini Golf

At Pure Mini Golf, we bring unforgettable fun and entertainment to weddings and special events across the region. Our portable, beautifully crafted mini golf courses are designed to fit seamlessly into venue spaces, providing a stylish and engaging activity for guests of all ages.

Whether entertaining friends and family during the photo session or adding a competitive edge to the evening reception, our setup offers a fantastic talking point and memorable photo opportunities. We handle everything from seamless setup to full on-site management, ensuring a smooth, stress-free experience for the couple and venue team alike.

The Pretty Events Co

The Pretty Events Co. is a luxury wedding styling and design company, creating beautifully considered spaces for modern couples at Cooling Castle Barn and across Kent, London, Surrey and beyond.

 

From elegant tablescapes and candle-filled receptions to statement installations and those all-important finishing touches, we create bespoke designs that complement the character of your venue while bringing your own style to life.

 

With a love for clean, contemporary design and an obsession with the finer details, we take your ideas and turn them into a wedding that feels cohesive, elevated and completely personal to you. From your initial design consultation through to the final finishing touch, we’re there to bring your vision to life — with just one wedding per day, so your celebration gets our undivided attention.

 

Beautifully styled. Thoughtfully designed. Completely you.

Chelsey Mannerings

Hello, I’m Chelsey, a wedding photographer with a love for capturing beautiful, honest moments.

 

I believe you have to know love to truly recognise it in others, and that’s at the heart of the way I photograph weddings. For me, photography is more than a job it’s a genuine passion.

 

My style is romantic, elegant and naturally editorial, capturing everything from the beautifully styled details and timeless portraits to those fleeting, in-between moments you didn’t even realise were happening.

 

Photography is visual storytelling, and my aim is to create images that not only look beautiful, but take you straight back to how your wedding day felt. Your photographs should tell your story authentically and become something you’ll treasure for a lifetime.

Light It Up Uk

Light It Up Uk is a family business based in Smarden near Ashford. Run by husband and wife team Tim & Jane for over 10 years. We handcraft and hire out vintage style light up letters for weddings and events.

The majority of our letters stand 3ft high and are made from steel which has been allowed to rust slightly, creating a vintage feel and a stunning look overall. The most popular are initials with the ‘&’ or a heart but also have LOVE in 3ft and 5ft.

We use traditional filament bulbs that can be dimmed to give that softer glow as night falls.

They can be placed indoors or outdoors.

 

We offer a professional and personal service assisting wedding couples in creating that amazing centrepiece from booking to set up.

Nigel Barrett Photography & GN Photography

Winner of The South England’s Wedding Photographer Of The Year 2026

Nigel has had the privilege to have photographed hundreds of weddings at Cooling Castle Barn and has been a trusted member of the venue’s recommended supplier list for longer than any other photographer.

Working alongside Nigel is senior photographer Gary, who has many years of experience and now leads GN Photography. Together, we combine unrivalled venue knowledge with a fresh, creative and contemporary approach.

We are not about simply taking photographs. We are about creating a beautifully documented story of your wedding while helping the day run smoothly. Our experience means we know how to organise family groups efficiently, capture all the important moments and keep photography moving without taking you away from your celebrations.

For couples who value exceptional photography, experience, organisation and peace of mind, we offer a truly professional service from people who know weddings inside out.

Bennets Mens Wear

Whether you’re a groom, groomsman, or wedding guest, we understand that finding the ideal suit can be a daunting task. That’s why we’re here to guide you through the process, providing expert advice and a wide selection of premium suits to choose from.

Hire: For those seeking a hassle-free option, our suit hire service offers an extensive range of impeccably tailored suits. Our collection features an array of styles, colours, and sizes to cater to every individual’s taste and physique. From classic black tuxedos to modern slim-fit designs, we have the perfect ensemble to complement your wedding theme.

Buy: If you’re looking to invest in a suit that you can call your own, our selection of high-quality suits available for purchase will exceed your expectations.  With a variety of cuts, patterns, and finishes to choose from, you can find a suit that reflects your unique style and can be cherished for years to come.

Scribble& Sparkle

Luxury Live Wedding Illustration
Beautiful, personalised illustrations created live throughout your wedding, providing unique entertainment for your guests and treasured keepsakes to take home. Finished with my signature touch of sparkle, each illustration is created especially for your special day.

The Invite Shack

The Invite Shack is an award-winning wedding stationery studio based in Maidstone, Kent. With over 13 years’ experience, we create beautiful, bespoke stationery designed to complement your wedding style and bring your ideas to life.

From save the dates and invitations to table plans, welcome signs, menus and place cards, every piece can be tailored to suit your colour scheme and theme. We can also create a bespoke watercolour illustration of Cooling Castle Barn, adding an extra-special personal touch to your stationery.

As a recommended supplier, I’m delighted to offer Cooling Castle Barn couples a friendly, personal service from the first ideas through to the finishing touches. Free, no-obligation consultations are also available at my garden studio in Maidstone.

Steve Barber Photography

Hi, I’m Steve, an award-winning Kent wedding photographer with over a decade of experience.

My approach is relaxed, creative and all about making sure you enjoy your day. I know Cooling Castle Barn inside out, including the best spots, the best light and where to escape for five minutes when things get hectic!

I’ll give you plenty of help when you need it, without anything feeling stiff or awkward. Expect real moments, lots of laughter and some seriously creative photographs.

Cooling Castle Barn couples also receive an exclusive £300 discount when booking me. Calm confidence, gentle direction and terrible jokes are all included.

N Photography

Hey I’m Nicky,

Photographer and Recommended supplier at the gorgeous Cooling Castle Barn!

I’m super proud to have been a recommended here for the past 15 years.  It’s a venue I truly love, and having built such a long-standing relationship with the team means I understand the space, the atmosphere and what makes each wedding there so special. My photography is natural, relaxed and timeless, with a strong focus on genuine moments and putting couples at ease. 

Above all, I value trust —hence being a part of Cooling Castle Barn team for so many wonderful years 🙂 I truly want to work ‘with you’, guide and support you and capture your day the way you’d like it to be.

I’d love to hear all about your exciting plans over a cuppa. 

Do drop me a line if you think I’d be the right fit for your wedding journey and your special day.

The Artful Doodler

Rich Nairn, The Artful Doodler can attend your big day drawing A4 black and white shaded ink caricatures, providing entertainment, laughter and a unique memento for guests to take away.

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