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Planning Support at Kiftsgate Court
Design & Planning
Kiftsgate Court is one of the Cotswolds' most extraordinary wedding venues. If you've chosen to celebrate here, you'll already know why: internationally renowned gardens, complete exclusivity, and a setting unlike anywhere else.
It's also a venue unlike anywhere else to plan.
Its beauty comes with complexities that simply don't exist at purpose-built wedding venues. Access, logistics, timings and supplier coordination all require experience of the site itself — the sort of details that don't appear on a floor plan, but make all the difference on the day.
That's where I come in.
It's also a venue unlike anywhere else to plan.
Its beauty comes with complexities that simply don't exist at purpose-built wedding venues. Access, logistics, timings and supplier coordination all require experience of the site itself — the sort of details that don't appear on a floor plan, but make all the difference on the day.
That's where I come in.
Why Kiftsgate Benefits From Specialist Support
In television production, every crew working somewhere unfamiliar hires a local fixer — someone who already knows the location, the access, the suppliers and the practical realities that make everything run smoothly. Planning a wedding at Kiftsgate is much the same.
Even the most experienced planner is still learning if they’ve never worked at Kiftsgate before. Having planned weddings here many times, I’ve built up the kind of venue knowledge that saves time, prevents problems and allows the day to unfold effortlessly. I know which vehicles can access the Lower Garden and which suppliers are best suited to the site, avoiding last-minute surprises on the morning of your wedding.
I understand the logistics of catering across the gardens, ensuring service runs smoothly despite the distances between the kitchen and entertaining spaces. I know exactly where to position your drinks reception and bar so guests can make the most of Kiftsgate’s breathtaking gardens as the light changes throughout the evening, and I understand how different entertainment and sound setups work within each space to create the right atmosphere without unnecessary complications.
Then there are the countless practical details that often go unnoticed until the day itself: power requirements, generators, deliveries, waste management, supplier access and all the behind-the-scenes logistics that keep everything running seamlessly. It’s the kind of knowledge that can only come from experience, and it’s what allows me to anticipate challenges before they arise so you can simply enjoy your wedding day.
Even the most experienced planner is still learning if they’ve never worked at Kiftsgate before. Having planned weddings here many times, I’ve built up the kind of venue knowledge that saves time, prevents problems and allows the day to unfold effortlessly. I know which vehicles can access the Lower Garden and which suppliers are best suited to the site, avoiding last-minute surprises on the morning of your wedding.
I understand the logistics of catering across the gardens, ensuring service runs smoothly despite the distances between the kitchen and entertaining spaces. I know exactly where to position your drinks reception and bar so guests can make the most of Kiftsgate’s breathtaking gardens as the light changes throughout the evening, and I understand how different entertainment and sound setups work within each space to create the right atmosphere without unnecessary complications.
Then there are the countless practical details that often go unnoticed until the day itself: power requirements, generators, deliveries, waste management, supplier access and all the behind-the-scenes logistics that keep everything running seamlessly. It’s the kind of knowledge that can only come from experience, and it’s what allows me to anticipate challenges before they arise so you can simply enjoy your wedding day.
What's Included with Every Kiftsgate Wedding
Every wedding at Kiftsgate includes professional on-the-day coordination as part of your venue hire, and I'm the planner who delivers that service on behalf of the venue. On your wedding day, I'll take the plans you've made, coordinate suppliers as they arrive, work alongside the Kiftsgate team, oversee the timeline, and make sure everything comes together as intended.
It's a valuable service — but because this role only begins once your planning is already complete, it doesn't cover the months of preparation beforehand. I won't have been involved in supplier recommendations, reviewing logistics, refining timelines, coordinating deliveries, or helping you navigate the practical quirks of planning a wedding at Kiftsgate.
That's exactly what this planning service adds. Think of it as the bolt-on that extends your included on-the-day coordination back through the entire planning journey — so the person managing your wedding day is the same person who's been guiding you towards it all along.
It's a valuable service — but because this role only begins once your planning is already complete, it doesn't cover the months of preparation beforehand. I won't have been involved in supplier recommendations, reviewing logistics, refining timelines, coordinating deliveries, or helping you navigate the practical quirks of planning a wedding at Kiftsgate.
That's exactly what this planning service adds. Think of it as the bolt-on that extends your included on-the-day coordination back through the entire planning journey — so the person managing your wedding day is the same person who's been guiding you towards it all along.
In the Months Before
Once you're booked, we'll schedule your personalised planning sessions — focused support to help with specific tasks, informed by everything I know about planning a wedding at Kiftsgate. Here's what you'll get:
Vendor & Supplier - Recommendations Handpicked professionals who know the venue and match your style and budget
Timeline Creation - A clear, detailed schedule to keep things organised
Styling & Design Guidance - Assistance with creating your dream wedding look across Kiftsgate's gardens and spaces
Problem-Solving Support - Help with any challenges that arise along the way
Then, 6 weeks ahead of your big day, I step in to take the pressure off. By this stage, you've done the planning — now it's time to make sure every detail comes together seamlessly at Kiftsgate.
We'll review every aspect of your wedding, confirm plans with your suppliers, identify any gaps, and create a detailed production schedule so everyone knows exactly where they need to be and when.
During this final month, I'll:
Review all of your plans, supplier bookings and logistics
Become the main point of contact for your suppliers
Confirm timings, access and final details with every supplier
Create a comprehensive wedding day timeline and production schedule
Coordinate venue logistics and supplier arrivals with the Kiftsgate team
Offer styling advice and final design guidance where needed
Answer questions, solve last-minute issues and keep everything on track
Give you complete peace of mind, knowing an experienced professional is overseeing the final stages of your wedding
Vendor & Supplier - Recommendations Handpicked professionals who know the venue and match your style and budget
Timeline Creation - A clear, detailed schedule to keep things organised
Styling & Design Guidance - Assistance with creating your dream wedding look across Kiftsgate's gardens and spaces
Problem-Solving Support - Help with any challenges that arise along the way
Then, 6 weeks ahead of your big day, I step in to take the pressure off. By this stage, you've done the planning — now it's time to make sure every detail comes together seamlessly at Kiftsgate.
We'll review every aspect of your wedding, confirm plans with your suppliers, identify any gaps, and create a detailed production schedule so everyone knows exactly where they need to be and when.
During this final month, I'll:
Review all of your plans, supplier bookings and logistics
Become the main point of contact for your suppliers
Confirm timings, access and final details with every supplier
Create a comprehensive wedding day timeline and production schedule
Coordinate venue logistics and supplier arrivals with the Kiftsgate team
Offer styling advice and final design guidance where needed
Answer questions, solve last-minute issues and keep everything on track
Give you complete peace of mind, knowing an experienced professional is overseeing the final stages of your wedding
The Day Before
While you spend time with family and friends, I'll be on site overseeing installation and ensuring every supplier has what they need. I'll coordinate deliveries, manage setup, oversee styling, and ensure every element is exactly where it should be before guests arrive. This includes:
Coordinating supplier arrivals
Overseeing marquee, furniture and lighting installation
Managing styling and tablescapes
Confirming power and infrastructure
Acting as the central point of contact
Completing a final venue walkthrough
Coordinating supplier arrivals
Overseeing marquee, furniture and lighting installation
Managing styling and tablescapes
Confirming power and infrastructure
Acting as the central point of contact
Completing a final venue walkthrough
Your Wedding Day
On the day itself, I'm there to quietly keep everything moving.
I'll oversee suppliers, manage timings, coordinate key moments and deal with any unexpected issues before they ever reach you.
From the ceremony through to the first dance, my role is simple: to ensure you can be completely present, knowing everything behind the scenes is taken care of.
I'll oversee suppliers, manage timings, coordinate key moments and deal with any unexpected issues before they ever reach you.
From the ceremony through to the first dance, my role is simple: to ensure you can be completely present, knowing everything behind the scenes is taken care of.
The Day After
Once the celebrations are over, I'll return to oversee breakdown and collections, including:
Coordinating supplier collections
Supervising clear-down
Packing your personal items
Managing hired equipment
Completing handover with the Kiftsgate team
You leave knowing everything has been taken care of.
Coordinating supplier collections
Supervising clear-down
Packing your personal items
Managing hired equipment
Completing handover with the Kiftsgate team
You leave knowing everything has been taken care of.
Investment
Wedding Planning Support at Kiftsgate Court starts from £3,000.
Designed specifically for couples marrying at Kiftsgate, this service extends the on-the-day coordination already included in your venue hire. Instead of meeting for the first time just before your celebration, we'll work together throughout the planning process — giving you expert guidance on suppliers, styling, logistics and timelines, alongside the venue knowledge that only comes from experience.
Designed specifically for couples marrying at Kiftsgate, this service extends the on-the-day coordination already included in your venue hire. Instead of meeting for the first time just before your celebration, we'll work together throughout the planning process — giving you expert guidance on suppliers, styling, logistics and timelines, alongside the venue knowledge that only comes from experience.
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