ALEX AND PORTIA'S WEDDING-fest
FRIDAY
Arrive by 11:30am at Pear Tree Barn, Hall Carr Lane, Longton PR4 5JN.
12:00pm bus departs promptly for ceremony at Avenham Park, Preston PR1 8JT.
12.30pm meet at Avenham Park Pavilion if travelling straight to the ceremony.
1:00pm wedding ceremony starts.
After the ceremony, the bus will return guests to Pear Tree Barn for the reception.
At the reception there will be games, a licensed bar, dinner, live music and pizzas late in the evening for the hardcore party people!
SATURDAY
If camping/glamping, there are a few cafes within staggering distance for breakfast.
Games and festivities from 1:00pm with food in the late afternoon.
Please bring your own booze for the Saturday, or be prepared to do a run to the local shop which is a 5 minute drive away.
sunday
If glamping we ask people to be out of their tents by 10:00am please.
WHAT ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS ARE THERE?
CAMPING & GLAMPING
Available for the nights of Friday 19th and Saturday 20th August - you have the option to camp at Pear Tree Barn either through booking a glamping tent, or bringing your own tent or camper van.
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If you would like to book a glamping tent please let us know as soon as possible, as these are now almost fully booked and availability may be limited.
Glamping tents include:
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Luxury Raised Air Beds (Doubles or singles as requested) with Fitted Sheets & Mattress Topper
High Quality Duvets (10.5-13 tog) & Pillows
Cosy Blankets
Fluffy Rugs and Mats
Tent Table & Bedside Crate Tables
Personalised Lightboxes, Fairy Lights & Bunting
Luxurious Fluffy Dressing Gowns
Hand and Bath Towel Sets
Power Bank Phone Charger, Lamp & Torch
Complimentary Welcome Hamper Per Person
Camp Chairs
B&B's and hotels
AirBnB – various options available for the wedding dates around the Longton/Preston area
Meadow Farm Holiday Cottages – local holiday cottage rentals (limited availability)
Hotels – various options available nearer into Preston
Taxis between Pear Tree Barn and Preston are between £15 and £20. We would recommend booking in advance as Pear Tree Barn is in the countryside.
ACCOMODATION QUESTIONS
Will there be showers at Pear Tree Barn?
We will aim to rig up some temporary showers for those who need them – don’t expect luxury! Towels are included if you are glamping.
If anyone is desperate for a proper shower the local leisure centre will be open from 11:15am – 2:15pm.
Can I bring my own tent/campervan?
Of course! Just let us know in the RSVP
Will there be electricity?
If you're glamping a power bank phone charger, lamp & torch are included. If you're bringing your own tent/camper van you will need to bring your own.
Will there be food on the Saturday morning?
We’re not providing breakfast but there are a few cafes within walking distance which we can stagger to:
The Village Teapot is a mile walk from Pear Tree Barn and we have reserved some tables for wedding guests (63 Liverpool Old Road, Preston PR4 5QA)
Tootsies (Bridge Court Liverpool New Road, Preston PR4 5BF)
Booths supermarket café (Liverpool Road, Longton, Preston PR4 5NB)
What time do we need to have left on the Sunday morning?
You will need to be out of your glamping tent by 10:00am. Please ensure you have left it clean and tidy and disposed of your waste.
Can we glamp/camp the Thursday night?
Unfortunately not, but if you want to pop over and put your tent up on the Thursday during the day that would be fine (although expect to get roped into helping out on the set up)!
FAQs
Help! It's the day of the wedding and I'm lost/delayed
Don't panic! Please give our amazing wedding coordinator a call and she will be able to help. You can get Esme on 07534 251044
What's happening across the weekend?
Friday
Arrive by 11:30am at Pear Tree Barn, Hall Carr Lane, Longton PR4 5JN.
12:00pm bus departs promptly for ceremony at Avenham Park, Preston PR1 8JT.
12.30pm meet at Avenham Park Pavilion if travelling yourself.
After the ceremony, the bus will return guests to Pear Tree Barn for the reception.
At the reception there will be games, a licensed bar, dinner, live music and pizzas late in the evening for the hardcore party people!
Saturday
If camping, there are a few cafes in walking distance for breakfast.
Games and festivities will commence from 1:00pm with food in the late afternoon.
Please bring your own booze for the Saturday, or be prepared to do a run to the local shop which is a 5 minute drive away.
Sunday
If glamping we ask people to be out of their tents by 10:00am please.
How do you get to Pear Tree Barn?
If driving – use post code PR4 5JN in your satnav. There will be signs for the wedding.
If travelling by public transport - nearest train station is Preston. From Preston station a taxi will take about 20 minutes and cost £15-20.
Local taxi numbers:
AAA Taxis: 01772 555444
Eagle Taxis: 01772 200300
If you are travelling to Preston station on the Friday morning and don't have time to get to Pear Tree Barn beforehand, Avenham Park is a 10 minute walk from the station. Please let us know if you plan to travel directly to the Park so we can ensure you have transport back to Pear Tree Barn for the reception.
What about booze?
There will be a licensed bar at the reception on the Friday. Please bring your own booze for the Saturday festivities. If you need to buy booze or snacks on the Saturday morning there are shops nearby.
What's the dress code?
Friday:
Basically have fun! We're talking cocktail/party dresses in a fun colour, paired with playful accessories and heels or dressy flats, and suits, jazzed up with a bright tie or creative pocket square.
However, please remember we are in a park for the ceremony and the rest of the weekend will be spent in a field, so bring appropriate footwear.
Saturday:
Anything goes, but bear in mind the changeable north-western weather!
Is there parking?
Yes, there will be signs to show you where to go. Please do let us know in the RSVP so we can plan where cars will go.
What would you like as presents?
Your presence is enough for us, but if you would like to buy us something we will be setting up a gifting webpage soon.
Mr and Mrs….?
We will become Mr. Barrow and Ms. Bailey Barrow (not Mrs!)
Can I take photos/post on social media during the day?
We ask you respectfully to not take any photos during the ceremony. After that, go wild and please use #baileybarrowwedfest on social media.
Our lovely photographer Max is there to capture the best moments. If you would like a professional photo taken by Max he is happy to be approached!