Ashmolean Museum Open Evening

Set among Oxford’s dreaming spires, the Ashmolean Museum is an enchanting venue for your wedding. 

Join them for an inspiring evening showcasing the beautiful and unique spaces within the Ashmolean where you can celebrate your dream wedding.

The Wedding Showcase will take together a group of Ashmolean’s trusted, hand-picked suppliers and creatives to showcase how they and the Museum can take your dream day to life.

Enjoy a night of entertainment, including a complimentary cocktail or glass of fizz, in the stunning rooftop space. Sample the catering partner’s delicious delights, explore design ideas with their featured A-list suppliers, and take away a goodie bag full of ideas to help start your wedding planning.

You’ll also be able to meet the team and experience the magic and possibilities offered by the Museum’s galleries on a grand tour with their dedicated Events Managers.

What to expect:

• Pick-up tips on creating a luxurious tablescape with the talented Zoe Rowlinson from Fabulous Flowers and creatives from catering partners Oxford Fine Dining.
• Gather inspiration for the perfect wedding hair and makeup with makeup artist Phoebe Hayter and bridal hair stylist Rachael Capocci. 
• Local Summertown boutique Clements & Church, specialising in fine/luxury tailoring, will showcase its fabulous collection. Speak to Head Tailor Connie about wedding fashion trends for 2025 and enjoy a fashion show as they meander between galleries and guests.
• Discuss wedding photography with Vicki and Helen from V&H Wedding Photography. They specialise in relaxed, natural documentary-style wedding photography.
• Meet the married couple duo behind the creative MT STUDIOS; they work together to create unforgettable wedding memories through their photography and videography.
• Join expert cake maker Chell, founder of Chell Bells Cakes, for a live wedding cake watercolour demo. Chell Bells Cakes is a luxury cake brand based in Oxford and London, specialising in premium ganache cakes.
• Meet Laura, founder of Lucca Studios, home of romantic wedding stationery, to discuss how she creates those beautiful finishing touches.
• Meet Katie from Katie Lou Weddings, a bespoke wedding planning service for modern, busy couples dreaming of a timeless and elegant wedding.
• Meet Anne, a qualified and experienced celebrant from Bluebell ceremonies. Be inspired by her thoughtful, beautifully crafted ceremonies to mark the important milestones in your life.
• Lights, audio, visual, event production: see how That Event Company transform the Museum’s spaces with their lights and learn about their live streaming packages.
• Enjoy live soprano singing by the talented Imogen Moore, who will add a magical atmosphere to your wedding day. And fall in love all over again with the romantic ambience created by talented harpist Noa Davies.
• Be treated to a performance by Matt Stevens Acoustic Gent as he teams up with other local Oxford musicians to deliver spectacular music among their colossal Greek statues.
• Discover how the Ashmolean shop can incorporate wedding favours, gifts, stationery and jewellery inspired by the museum collection for your special day.

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