Getting wed? Having a party? P'raps you'd like to add something with a vintage or retro vibe to your special day?
Bridal Wear 14 & Sixpence 57 East Reach. Taunton TA1 3EZ 01823 275690 The showroom style premises offers a fabulous selection of bridal dresses to suit a variety of budgets, along with Bridesmaids, Prom and Occasion dresses all available in sizes 0 - Curvalicious! As well as accessories - Veils, Bags, Shoes, Jewellery and Lingerie. www.14andsixpence.co.uk
Alexandra King 8 Sadler Street, Wells Vintage and vintage inspired bridal and cocktail wear. All new designs are one of a kind and made in Somerset from dresses to accessories. Restored and high quality vintage clothing and accessories. www.alexandra-king.com
Forever Fashion Vintage Bridal Boutique Church Street, Wincanton BA9 9AF 01963 34308 A bridal boutique dedicated to everything you need for an authentic vintage wedding. Dresses from pre-war to 1980s, shoes, hats, veils, jewellery, lingerie, bridal party clothing, men's suit hire, coats and capes, antique glassware, chine and tea sets, handcrafted bunting and decorations. www.forever-fashion.co.uk
Ceremonies Tailor Made Ceremonies 07738 952998 As Celebrants, Tailor Made Ceremonies create and conduct personalised weddings, same sex weddings, renewal of vows and naming ceremonies. across Bristol, South West and Wales. www.tailormadeceremonies.co.uk
Crockery and China Hire Bristol Vintage Bristol 0117 939 1413 Hire of lovingly handmade high-quality bunting, including custom designs and the loan of vintage fine bone china for weddings and other events. www.avintagesetting.co.uk
Bristol Vintage Bristol 07859 895 895 For those who adore beautiful vintage crockery and feel wistful about the days when people were more glamorous. Bristol Vintage hire and sell vintage tea sets and cake stands to bring a little glamour back into your world. www.bristolvintage.co.uk
Eclectic Bliss Ilchester 07834 037664 vintage china in the West Country since 2010. We also hire vintage props and offer a flower arranging / creating service that compliments the vintage feel. www.eclecticbliss.co.uk
Magpie Tea Parties Clevedon 07917 820343 With an extensive collection of crockery, Magpie Tea Parties have lots of beautiful items to make your special day even more memorable. They also hire out props and sell vintage items at vintage fairs in the locale. For prices and more information visit their website. www.magpieteaparties.co.uk
Mrs Pickles Occasions Bridgwater 01278 671798 Specialising in creating vintage themed weddings, tea parties and other occasions and special events, tailored to the customers exact wishes. Mrs Pickles can provide every other event service - venues, waitressing, bar service, decorations - everything. mrspicklesoccasions.co.uk
Mrs Stokes Vintage China Bath Vintage china tea sets to buy and for hire. www.secretteaparty.com
Those Little Bits Martock TA12 6HB 07715 841268 A supplier of china, bunting and all things vintage for hire. Catering from small get togethers to large weddings. www.thoselittlebits.co.uk
Vintage China by Leanne 07796 618827 Supplying pretty vintage china to hire, along with an eclectic mix of vintage props and gorgeous handmade accessories for your perfect occasion. Their collection of china and accessories have been sourced over several years and each beautifully mis-matched piece has been carefully chosen to complement the collection. All items can be hired separately or for convenience we offer packages for all size of event. www.vintagechinabyleanne.co.uk
Wonderfully Vintage 07900 430570 The home of true vintage crockery and glassware hire. Pretty china and fine glassware to make your day special. www.wonderfullyvintage.co.uk
Costume Hire and Fancy Dress Bath Theatrical Costume Hire Unit 8, Wallbridge Industrial Estate, Frome BA11 5JZ 01373 472786 A family business established in 1969 housing a collection of more than 25,000+ costumes. They've worked with 1000's of companies, casts, actors and party-goers to ensure they have the best costumes for their event. www.baththeatrical.com
Fifilaroux & the Prohibition Band 01458 835213 / 07957 520351 Five piece sassy jazz band who performs both classics from the 1920's/ 30's era including some more recent Caro emerald/ Imelda May songs with a theatrical twist. Consisting of lead female vocals, double bass, guitar and percussion with a style that is unique and fits well with the vintage/retro revival. www.fifilarouxandtheprohibitionband.com
Hoppin' Mad Bath 01225 332942 Vintage dance company specialising in swing, jazz and jive dance from the 20s through the 40s to the 60s, including The Charleston - Lindy Hop - Rock'n'Roll. Booked for hen parties and vintage weddings, they can provide costumed cabaret slots and/or fun classes for guests. Private lessons are available for that important first dance, with a personal service tailored for each couple. Further details on the website. www.hoppinmad.co.uk
DJ Lath Wells Vinyl DJ with a real passion and energy for the discs he spins. He's that good, you'll want to find an excuse for a party to book him. www.facebook.com/ian.lythaby
Mr Whompy Bristol 07970 547953 Mr Whompy is an original fully restored 1970's classic Style Ice Cream Van - Fully loaded with the latest audio and visual Technology. www.mrwhompy.com
The Regz 077107794617 Nine piece band performing a selection of 60s and 70s soul, Motown, pop and ska covers. www.facebook.com/TheRegz/
Relive 60s, 70s, 80s Bristol Retro disco playing all the hits from the 60s 70s 80s all on screen, Bringing on back the good times A night to remember. Having a party or looking for something different then this is it. www.relivethe60s70s80s.com Retro Chic Bath, Bristol, Somerset Playing the music of Chic, Sister Sledge and many other artists from the golden age of disco. www.freakmusic.co.uk/bands/retrochic
Vintage Mobile Disco Frome Two turntables, four primary coloured disco lights, one mirror ball and a dash of smoke from the fog machine. They only play 7" vinyl; records should be at least 30 years old. Their decks are called Donna Somerset; what more do you need to know?! www.vintagemobiledisco.com
Voodoo Zoot Wells 07812 897099 Vintage music of every genre and era for your vintage event or party. Please Google "Voodoo Zoot. Hey ! Wot's Dat ?" to view their video on YouTube or visit their Facebook page. www.facebook.com/pages/Voodoo-Zoot
Wild Robot Horsebox Disco Frome 07739 960887 Wild Robot presents the chance to dance and prance to everything D.I.S.C.O at the Horsebox Disco! Saddle up and gallop over to find Lionel Richtea and friends back to bareback all afternoon long, tweed up, hoofs on the pulse and smashing feel good, unicorn, rainbow vibes. www.wildrobot.co.uk
Flowers Inspiration Wedding Flowers 01934 710610 The main aim at Inspiration Wedding Flowers is to interpret the Bride and Grooms ideas, visions, and dreams and turn them into bespoke floral creations that are not only unique and magical but memorable too. www.inspirationweddingflowers.com
Food & Drink Chop & Chill near Langport 01458 241853 / 07391 847742 An exciting alternative to standard ice cream! Chop & Chill chop up ingredients with their cream base, freeze them onto a cold ice pan and then roll them up using scrapers. Delicious flavours range from strawberries and bananas to Oreos and Nutella. Bespoke flavour choices also available. Converted horse trailer is suited to any event or occasion that needs a touch of colour. www.facebook.com/ChopandChill1
The Great British Carvery Crewkerne 07817 413260 A 1940s bistro restaurant attending lots of vintage and steam events in and around Somerset. Roast dinners on china plates, the only one of its kind in the country.
The Hatch Coffee A converted vintage horse trailer and serving high quality on the go coffee and healthy nutritious snacks. www.thehatchcoffee.co.uk
The Horsebox Drinkery Frome 07739 960887 Purveyors of fine soft and hard drinks their little beaut of a Pony Trailer has been transformed into a gem of a back street boozer. Complete with straw bale seating Horsebox Drinkery is perfect for private parties, festivals, weddings and of course equine events. www.wildrobot.co.uk
Lucille's Caravan 07828 736085 A 1978 Robin caravan converted into a retro/vintage Ice cream and coffee van. Handmade and award-winning ice cream and sorbets from Mendip Moments. Lucille's loves weddings and events so if you want that wow factor at yours get in contact. www.lucillescaravan.wix.com/lucilles
Ornella-Bianca Kingston-St.-Mary, Taunton 07500 665421 French Patisseries, bespoke celebration cakes from a Parisien Cordon Bleu patisserie chef. www.ornella-bianca.co.uk
Miss Daisy Sweetshop & Bar 07918 12863707918128637 Offering a range of packages to suit all occasions, be it a wedding, birthday or prom. www.missdaisyvintage.co.uk
The Splitscreen Ice Cream Company 0117 932 3437 Providing stunning vintage vehicles at events and serving the most delicious ice cream from local supplier Marshfield Farm. There's an original VW splitscreen ice cream van, a VW beetle convertible which tows behind it matching half beetle trailer which has been converted to serve ice cream out of it and finally a lovely 1960 ice cream trailer which is shaped like a vintage caravan. www.splitscreenicecream.com
Fun Happy Inkers Mobile traditional printmaking workshops and parties around Bristol, Bath, Somerset and surrounding areas. www.happyinkers.com
Nico's Garage Pedal Car Parties Unit 8, Crown Close, Crown Industrial Estate, Taunton, TA2 8RX 01823 275165 Beautiful fleet of 30 Children's Pedal Cars, Pedal Planes, and stylish ride-ons available to hire throughout the United Kingdom. Perfect for children's parties, wedding entertainment for young guests, village fetes and charity events to name a few the choice is yours. Pedal cars, and pedal planes are suitable for ages 3-7yrs Ride-ons are suitable for children aged 15months-4yrs. www.facebook.com/nicosgaragepedalcarparties
Traditional Fair Clevedon 07752 076282 Vintage children's swingboats, fairground/fete games, including coconut shy and hooplas. www.traditionalfair.co.uk
Hair and Make-Up Chic Boutique 11 Pierrepont Street Bath BA1 1LA 01225 282207 A beautiful shabby chic style salon in the heart of Bath City centre. A full service salon aiming to meet all of your hair and beauty needs and leave you looking and feeling fabulous! www.facebook.com/chicboutiquebath
Make-Up by Becky Flynn Taunton 07581 486732 Becky will achieve your perfect look to help you feel relaxed and beautiful on your special day, at a venue to suit you. www.makeupbybeckyflynn.com
Minsky's Barber Shops 68 High Street, Street 01458 446899, 4 High Street, Shepton Mallet, 01749 342232 Sadler Street, Wells 01749 939432 Retro barbers for the discerning gentleman off to a party, wedding or special event and in need of hair styling or a hot shave, or both. Wells shop also stocks gents shoes, clothes and offers a tailoring service. www.facebook.com/minskysbarbershopstreet
Pop Up Parlour Specializing in Vintage Makeovers for Hen Parties, Vintage Fairs, Photo-shoots, Events and Weddings. We also perform Vintage Styling and Hair Accessory Making Workshops. www.vintagepopupparlour.com
Party Planning Blackdown Hills Wedding Initiative The Haymeadow, Taunton 07533 340847 A collaboration of local businesses in and around The Blackdown Hills to help provide you with the wedding of your dreams. www.facebook.com/blackdownhillsweddinginitiative
The Little Victory Ball Frome 01373 466603 Help break the ice at your vintage party/gathering with a First and Second World War homefront theme. Offering a self contained Victory dance floor, walkabout performance, singing, ration books, air raid warnings and a museum. www.thelittlevictoryball.com
Taunton Vintage Hire Taunton 07931 148842 A wide range of vintage event supplies from their base in Taunton. Items have been carefully selected from far and wide with the purpose of making your event truly memorable. Catering for Weddings, Christenings, Afternoon Tea Parties, Birthdays and All other Special Occasions. Able to supply across the South-West and beyond to meet your individual needs. www.taunton-vintage-hire.weebly.com
Tea 'n' Cake Unit 16, Keyford Court, Frome 07788 563208 Tea 'n Cake have the baking skills, fabulous vintage china and wonderful serving staff to make your day memorable for all the right reasons! Their menu is creative and extensive. They'll help you to come up with the party you want for your day. www.teancake.co.uk
Vintage Blue Worlebury, Weston Super Mare BS22 07971 563190 Vintage and contemporary wedding and event hire. www.vintagebluesomerset.wix.com
Photography Jason Bryant 07970 730033 Freelance photographer who is just brilliant. He's done a variety of photography, both locally and nationally and is the official photographer for Glastonbury Festival. He's now doing weddings, family portraits, PR and boudoir in Shepton Mallet / Wells / Glastonbury area. No albums or prints but he will put all pictures onto a disc without copyright restrictions. Nice and simple. www.facebook.com/jason.bryant
Clifton Photographic Clifton Photographic 01934 852 370 A family run business with studios in Bath and Bristol offering themed makeover shoots with a strong emphasis on vintage, burlesque and steampunk etc. Clients receive facials, Mac make-up and hair styling to achieve their desired look and are encouraged to bring five or six outfits to change into during a one hour photo shoot. www.cliftonphoto.co.uk/Makeover
Smitten Forever Photography and Film Weston Super Mare [email protected] Award-winning and drop-dead gorgeous wedding, engagement and life-event photography and films. Based in North Somerset and covering the south west and destination; capturing the day with an artistic, epic, cinematic eye. Gorgeous portraits and headshots, and sexy yet timeless boudoir photography. www.smittenforeverphotography.com
Vehicles James Vintage Wedding Car Hire Hylands, Vicarage Road, Wookey, Wells BA5 1JW 01749 676330/07974 822848 A 1930 Lagonda Tourer with full weather protection available if required. www.jamesvintageweddingcarhire.co.uk
Retro Revs 07711 846949 A chauffeur driven, beautifully restored Morris Minor Convertible for hire for Weddings, Proms, Celebrations, Tours. Operating in Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire. www.retrorevs.co.uk
Vintage Wheels Langley Cottage, Catcott, Bridgwater Somerset TA7 9HR 01278 456607/01278 722480 The vehicles range in age from the 1915 Reo through various makes, to a 1936 Rolls Royce, driven by enthusiastic and courteous uniformed chauffeurs. www.vintage-wheels.co.uk
Venues Court House Farm Church Road South, Portishead, Somerset. BS20 6PU 01225 330803 A truly romantic vintage venue, with a Tudor and Medieval Manor House and Tower, beautifully located next to the 12th Century St Peters Church in the conservation area of Portishead. www.courthousefarm.com
The Little Theatre Cinema St. Michael's Place, Bath BA1 1SG 01225 330803 1930s architecture in a central location. Ideal for weddings or conferences, there are two auditoria that can cater for your event. www.picturehouses.co.uk/cinema/The_Little
Maunsel House North Newton, Bridgewater TA7 0BU 01278 661076 A magnificent 13th century manor and one of the most charismatic wedding venues in England. Exclusively yours for the occasion, whether for one day or a whole weekend. Also available for photoshoots, filming, corporate events and parties. www.maunselhouse.co.uk
The Roxy Cinema 6 High Street, Axbridge BS26 2AF 07725 051523 Fully wheelchair accessible 36 seat auditorium, foyer with box office, and 1950s cocktail bar, you can rent The Roxy as a venue for all sorts of events. www.axbridgeroxy.org.uk
The Walled Garden Mells BA11 3PN 01373 812597 A 17th Century walled garden dedicated to British grown cut-flowers, gorgeous garden plants and Garden Cafe serving delicious homemade light lunches and teas. And if you are looking for environmentally sustainable beautiful flowers for your wedding day or civil partnership this is the place for you. If you would like to book an evening in the garden with pizza for a private party or event on another night please get in touch. www.thewalledgardenatmells.co.uk