07/09/2026
If David and Nick plan a wedding you know it is going to be something special!
Greeting guests a midday, followed by a stunning meal. After which the couple changed into their second outfit for their ceremony.
The plan was for an outdoor ceremony, but the beautiful backdrop of the Walton Suite provided the perfect ‘wet weather’ alternative and it looked stunning!
With a love of the stage and musical theatre, the ceremony was always going to be entertaining. In over 600 weddings I’ve never sung along to Dolly Parton after the ring exchange, and I doubt I ever will again, but it was wonderful and I wish it would catch on.
With the legal formalities completed and after a short interlude, guests returned to their seats to marvel in the theatrical performance, exquisitely delivered by their thespian friends, then onto the speeches, which turned out to be a revelation and was (imho) one of the most beautiful parts of the day.
Each and every guest took part, but they had no idea they were. On each chair, inside envelopes were a few typed sentences.
In order, each guest read out their lines and the couple’s story was told. It was a brilliant! A masterclass of writing, humour and a complete joy to hear how this gorgeous couple found each other.
I have nothing but admiration and love for David and Nick. Two brave, caring and fearless individuals who did it exactly as they wanted. Putting so much thought and planning into every moment of their day.
After suit change No3 it was onto the dance floor, where Craig (Sheffield Wedding DJ) filled the floor with the couple’s favourite songs.
What a belter of a day! One I won’t ever forget! With David Coates & Nick
Thanks as always to the following suppliers:
Venue: Weddings & Events at Peak Edge Hotel Soraya Ferrer Cabrera
Flowers: Samantha Brailsford
Cake: The Pantry Door - Victoria
DJ: Sheffield Wedding DJ