Cosy and Kitsch cutesy The Mouse at Brimstage is nestled in the idyllic rural countryside at the center of the Wirral Penninsula
Its believed to have been built between the 12th century and 14th century, hence making it the second oldest building on Merseyside.- after Birkenhead Priory.
Brimstage Hall and Tower dates back to 1175 and was originally enclosed by a moat and high embankment.
Modifications were made in the 16th century, and further in the 19th century. when a north wing was added.
The Mouse at Brimstage now sits in Brimstage court and is renowned for its food – a handy stop off after visiting the craft centres in the courtyard.
Since 1962 The Mouse has been designated as a Grade I listed building – so truly a romantic, rustic, cute place to say I do.
Saying I do’s at The Mouse at Brimstage Outdoors
If you want to get married outdoors surrounded by quirky sheep, frogs and cows on haybales or chairs is your cup of tea then The Mouse is definitely for you.
Weather permitting the garden area is a beautiful colorful setting and perfect for guests to enjoy the gardens before with a drink from the ribbon-bedecked bar.
Outdoor wedding ceremonies used to be inside the bandstand but now a permanent structure overhead is not required
The garden can accomodate 200 guests. Oh and bonus you can bring your doggies too! Got to love a fur baby friendly venue
The seating is arranged in front of the garden bandstand with cows and gnomes watching on.
The bridal party will enter the gardens via the conservatory area,
So many nooks and crannies to have pictures taken in the gardens and orchards too – with beautiful colours at varying times of the year.
The fabulous team at Brimstage can bespoke your day, personalised to you.
First Wedding in Chapel at The Mouse At Brimstage
Recently at Christmas time, the Chapel was used for its first wedding at The Mouse at Brimstage.
Brimstage Mouse’s first known occupants, Sir Hugh Hulse and his wife, were granted the right to construct a private chapel in 1398. How amazing that this historic chapel is now licensed for weddings. Suitable for small intimate weddings.
Let’s take a peek inside.
How cosy does it look! A variety of uplighters can be used to suit your colour scheme or white light can be used for simplicity.
The window sills tend themselves to a profusion of candles to add to the ambiance.
An adjacent cosy lounge and bar area is a great place to have a pre-wedding drink
Wedding Reception Mouse at Brimstage
For small weddings, the restaurant area – the Cow Shed Barrn – the former stables of Brimstage Hall – can be used for the wedding breakfast.
It can seat up to 65. Top table is ususally at the far end,but of course can be customised
Conservatory at Mouse at Brimsage
The conservatory area is connected to the restaurant. Time to mingle here after the wedding breakfast or head out to the garden.
No decoration is required, its already prettily decked with hanging ribbons and quirky birdacages, bicycle, love signs and even a paiano.
Space in here for your cake table and for cutting the cake afterwards.
This space is also lovely for babyshowers or afternoon teas.
If weather is wet the conservatory can be used for group photos
You can dance in the conservatory too or even a private dance in the adjoining orchard
For larger wedding receptions a marquee can be used.
Hope you have enjoyed this overview of The Mouse at Brimstage from our real wedding perspectives and hope you found it useful for your planning.
It really is a quirky rustic venue and we love coming here.
For venue hire, bookings and inquiries please call the Mouse at Brimstage on 0151 342 5382
Address: Brimstage Hall & Courtyard, Brimstage, Wirral, CH63 6JA
For your photography requirement, Pixsmiths would love to hear from you.
Please get in touch for a no-obligation quote.
Want to meet in person? them Pixsmiths will be on hand to chat at the Wedding Open day event on Friday 20th January
We look forward to seeing you there.
Proposal Photographers Captures Emotional Port Sunlight Proposal
What an end to this crazy year of 2022 once again being secret proposal photographers to capture a beautiful emotional marriage proposal!
Aidon messaged us whilst we were in an A & E queue with a poorly relative. It certainly cheered me up and my mind was racing, so wanted to shoot this moment.
We worked out some timings and met Aidon a couple of days before the proposal shoot and hatched our plan. Early afternoon of New Years’ Eve was decided – not wanting the cliche of when clocks chimed midnight. The location was set for the historic Bridge over the Dell in Port Sunlight. This popular sandstone bridge in the historic model village of Port Sunlight is recorded with National Heritage List for England.
We checked angles on the renowned Bridge over the Dell in Port Sunlight and suggested which step would be best.
We agreed the best plan was to be an innocent tourist admiring the architecture in this beautiful Wirral village. – bushes are a bit thin here in the winter!
The soon bride-to-be Stefania had only flown in the night before from Italy and was enjoying a midday walk here.
The day dawned a bit damp and dismal but we dodged the rain with careful consideration of the weather forecast.
Aidon had his plan by saying, “oh look at what’s under the bridge”! As she turned and peered down over the bridge over, quick as a flash Aidon dropped to his knees and pulled out the ring box. He opened it up, ready to ask that all-important question to his girlfriend. Stef turned round and there were squeals of delight and surprise.
Made me so emotional too! Of course, she said Yes!
More delighted squeals were uttered when Aidon pointed out we had been photographing from a discrete distance too!
We captured a few more pictures of the delighted couple, Aidon now at ease after his nerves, before they departed to a planned celebratory lunch.
Can only imagine the happiness and joy when they told their families on New Year’s Eve,
We absolutely love covering these moments and taking some couple portraits afterward too.
Aidon and Stefania, thank you for the privilege of being your proposal photographers it was such a privilege to share such personal moments.
we wish you much joy and happy planning
For information on our proposal packages please contact us via our enquiry page
We would love to be your proposal photographers
Pixsmiths were delighted to enjoy an autumnal Allerton Manor Wedding with the lovely Jessica and Paul The Hay Loft at Allerton Manor Golf Club is a real gem of a historic wedding venue in Liverpool in the Merseyside region. Arriving through the lush green surroundings of Allerton Manor Golf Club you will arrive at this venue, a spectacular grade II listed building. The Hay Loft is the perfect place for a romantic wedding ceremony and reception.
Allerton Manor Wedding Venue Choice
The Hay Loft can accommodate up to 80 day guests, and its exclusive space combines original character and a contemporary feel – complete with a private bar and terrace. The terrace and the adjoining rooms provide plenty of space for guests to mingle. Golf buggies are available to the couple to have pictures taken around the venue if required. It was the perfect place for Jessica and Paul to say their vows and party the evening away.
It was after visiting this venue Paul and Jessica found out news they had been trying and waiting for, for so long. The choice of venue was easily set for them after this. Paul spoke about this in his emotional speech – it brought a lump to everyone’s throat and a tear to Jessica’s eye
Allerton Manor Wedding Party
Jessica and Paul wanted natural moments captured as they happened during the guest arrivals and wedding ceremony. A few groups and portraits and then just party time and dancing. we met the brief and our couple was delighted with the results It was fabulous to see everyone having such a great time and joining in the party spirit. The DJ and acoustic guitar singer was a huge factor in this and got the party going straight after the outdoor confetti shot. Such a fab party!
Thank you Paul and Jessica for the privilege of capturing moments and memories for you. Wishing you much happiness to you and your wonderful family. Enjoy these few highlights of your day.
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Brook Hall Hotel is a historic country house Cheshire wedding venue with many options for a wonderful wedding day here. Set in the beautiful rural countryside of Childer Thornton not far from Chester.
CONTACT DETAILS Location: Brook Hall Hotel Heath Lane, Childer Thornton, Wirral Cheshire, CH66 7NS Tel: 0151 339 9350 E-mail: sales@brookhallhotel.co.uk
We are delighted to be recommended wedding photographers at Brook Hall and have captured gorgeous wedding memories here many times. The gardens are extensive – six acres in fact so always something different to capture and changes with the seasons. Manicured lawns, terraces, secret little spaces and of course the weeping willow and brook with its cute rustic bridge. Let us explain some options
BROOK HALL HOTEL BRIDAL SUITE
The Bridal suite at Brook Hall is updated and has a 4 poster bed. 25 rooms are available for your guests too if they wish to stay over at this country house hotel.
SPRING WEDDING BROOK HALL HOTEL
SUMMER OUTDOOR WEDDING BROOK HALL HOTEL
Your outdoor Brook Hall wedding can be organised in various spaces:- On the large lawn on the adjacent lawn just by the little bridge In front of the garden pagoda
The legal part used to be done in the gazebo – but with new rules, your ceremony can be completely outdoors. This means ceremony can be quicker, leaving more time to relax before the reception.
Romantic wedding portraits on the bridge over the Brook
BROOK HALL INDOOR CEREMONY
The Buckingham Suite, the former chapel in the older part of Brook Hall can be used for indoor ceremonies. It can also be turned around for smaller wedding receptions too.
WEDDING RECEPTIONS BROOK HALL HOTEL
Larger wedding parties are accommodated in the main room and can hold up to 200 guests It’s light and bright with beautiful chandelier lights Plenty of space and also a stage area if you have a band.
More intimate smaller parties in the Buckingham suite – also used for indoor ceremonies
EVENING RECEPTION BROOK HALL HOTEL
Lots of space for your guests to enjoy the evening reception. Space if you want photobooths. A decent-sized dance floor in front of the stage area
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A Long Expected Lord of the Rings Wedding and Handfasting
A Village Hall wedding provides so much scope for DIY weddings and putting your own personal stamp on your day This is exactly what Kiah and Freddie did for their amazing Lord of the Rings gothic wedding with a handfasting and jumping the broom ceremony.
Bear in mind it takes oodles of planning and dedication and help from your friends and family. Fortunately, Freddie and Leah were supported magnificently by their bridal team and family. They all knew what had to be done on the day and carried it out willingly. Their obvious longstanding friendship and wanting the best for their day were so evident and heartwarming.
We really connected well with Kiah and Freddie before the wedding on a pre-wed shoot. On our initial chats, we also discovered a shared birthday and they lived in the same road that we did as newlyweds. It was obvious they are soul mates are a bit quirky and love the outdoors.
Willaston Memorial Village Hall Wedding
The Village Hall in Willaston is licensed for legal ceremonies and receptions It’s a great space for smaller weddings – this one was about 50 guests and was just right It has a bar area in another part of the building, kitchen facilities, and a little garden area at the rear – perfect for those who want to DIY or have caterers come in. The main function room is light and airy
Lord of the Rings Theme
As you can see by the font used for the signs and table place names there was a definite Lord of the Rings theme going on Lotr eleven green enamel badges were a fab touch too A JRR Tolkein saying was proudly and fittingly placed on the wedding ceremony table. The hand-fasting cord placed on the table matched the decor on the broomstick used for the pagan ceremony after the legal one
A colourful wedding with the bride Kiah wearing a beautiful black dress and bridesmaids with hair colour to match their dresses too. The guys also looked dapper in their purple and green suits – all so coordinated.
A joyful legal ceremony followed by a beautiful and moving handfasting ceremony performed by Kiah’s Dad Beautiful heartfelt vows were made and then jumping the broom as they litereally ran out to their new life
also how cute are those jammy dodger cufflinks – who doesn’t love jammy dodgers
Handfasting Ceremony
Willaston Village Hall Reception
Time for mingling and a few groups and portraits then it was time for a Vegan feast and entertaining speeches – a combined effort by the Bridal party Again so wonderful to see how much these guys wanted the best day ever for their friends Kiah and Freddie. Evening fun, dancing and cocktails ensued for a memorable evening.
Oh my Kiah and Freddie thank you so much for letting us capture your unique and fun day. It’s certainly a long-awaited party we will remember and we wish you so much happiness in years to come
It certainly was One fine day wedding day for this lovely couple’s wedding in Liverpool
So relaxed and easygoing, especially as literally only met in person before the ceremony. We connected straight away with Aimee and Matthew.
Beaming smiles all around, nothing fazed them and were so accommodating to all.
Friends and family (well most as some of Aimee’s family were in Australia) met at St Georges Hall for the civil ceremony.
Emotional moments as Aimee entered the ceremony and during the vow.
A few groups and portraits by the colonnades of St Georges hall and then the wedding bus took them to their venue – well almost!
Yes we made good use of the advertising banner by St Johns market in Liverpool city centre
One Fine Day Wedding Reception
The coach actually stopped at Oh Me Oh My – a sister venue – and guests not knowing just got off and walked to One Fine Day.
The coach driver did catch up and apologise and offered to bring the bus around but the short walk was fine.
Serendipity though as it gave us an opportunity for some city centre shots as we made our way to One Fine Day
One Fine Day is a hidden gem of an event space in the city centre. Perfect for an elegant intimate wedding reception.
Our first visit here and hope to be back again.
On one side is a seating area for guests to relax with drinks.
Between the high columns, a long table was set out, so prettily decorated with parcels bedecked with ribbons and flowers. It looked so elegant and chic.
An upper mezzanine can provide more space if needed for larger weddings and also provides an overhead view of the wedding breakfast and speeches.
Aimee and Matthew and your families thank you for being so open and welcoming. It was a pleasure to spend a few hours with you as you celebrated.
Hope you enjoy these brief highlights
If you’re planning a wedding in Liverpool, the One Fine Day venue is the perfect location to make it a truly memorable day. Located in the city centre, this stunning venue offers a unique, romantic atmosphere for your special day. The venue boasts a bright and airy atmosphere, with plenty of natural light coming in through the large windows. The venue offers a range of packages to suit your needs, from intimate ceremonies to larger receptions. One Fine Day has something to suit everyone.
They also provide an array of catering and bar services, so you can be sure that all your guests will be well-fed and happy.
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