THE INSPIRATION BLOG

The wedding ceremony is perhaps the most important aspect of any marriage. It’s the part that most people will remember and talk about, long after the partying has died down. But, whether you're having a traditional wedding ceremony or want something a little more alternative, there are some key elements that you’ll need to include in your wedding day ceremony.

If you’re planning a winter wedding, you may be wondering what flowers you can have at this time of year. We spoke to two of the fantastic florists who are on our recommended list of local suppliers here at our beautiful Cotswold barn wedding venue to hear what winter wedding flowers they would suggest to create your dream winter wedding.

If you’re newly engaged, it’s always a good idea to start planning your wedding as far in advance as possible. That’s to give you the best chance of securing the date, venue and suppliers of your choice. But even if time is limited, it is still possible to have the wedding of your dreams. In this blog we’ll look at how long before a wedding you should plan, with some top tips from Lapstone Barn’s wedding coordinators. 

When it comes to planning a wedding it can often be difficult to know where to start. The most important thing for your big day is to stay true to your own vision, as that is what makes a wedding personal and unique. However, it doesn’t hurt to get a few ideas from the latest wedding themes that are trending. So, if you’re looking for some wedding idea inspiration, let’s explore the top 2024 wedding trends. Here’s what’s in store for 2024…

Take a seat in a comfy chair and grab a cup of tea*. That's exactly what we've just done with Samantha Tempest of The Pretty Cake Company to talk about wedding cake ideas! As one of the top Cotswold wedding cake makers and one of our recommended local suppliers, Samantha delivers wedding cakes to the barn frequently. Whether you're a trend setter, or a trend rebel, enjoy reading her delicious ideas for wedding cakes and be inspired! *No cake was consumed in the writing of this blog (unfortunately)

If you’re the proud new owner of a sparkling ring on your finger, congratulations! For most people it's the first time planning such an important event, so follow our guide of the first steps to take. As one of the most well established wedding venues in the Cotswolds, the team here at Lapstone Barn has so much experience to help you along the way!

Perhaps weddings are not known for being the most eco-friendly events, but there are lots of small changes you can make to your wedding day to reduce the environmental impact, meaning you can celebrate all day long and feel guilt-free with it.

After two years of postponements and a long four year engagement, Sean and Fiona finally had their long-awaited wedding day in April 2022. Hear in Fiona’s own words how she planned their perfect Cotswold wedding at Lapstone Barn.

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Would you like to have your dog with you on your wedding day but you're not sure it it's a good idea? Read our top tips for making your favourite four-legged friends part of your big day!

We've been chatting to one of our wonderful recommended florists, Jo Copsey of Aquaflorist, about her predictions for floral styling for weddings in 2022. Jo is based here in the Cotswolds and is one of the best in the business for flowering your wedding day - she is a regular here at Lapstone Barn! Grab a cuppa and let yourself be inspired by her ideas, tips and trends for next season!

It might be an easy decision for you, but in case you’re struggling to decide which look to go for, here is our guide to all the pros and cons of banquet style versus round tables for your wedding breakfast….