Are you a bride to be? Or have a friend or family member who is soon to tie the knot?… If your answer is yes, then this week’s blog is a must read. Decorating your venue, table centrepieces and designs and favours… these little extras can often take up a surprising amount of time in the wedding planning process and […]
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On Saturday 3rd November, we had the pleasure of catering for the marriage of June and Peter who married at Lewtrenchard before returning to the beautiful Coombe Trenchard, just down the road, for the wedding reception. The couple wanted a small intimate wedding, celebrating with their nearest and dearest in the grand yet cosy dining room in the main house. […]
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In this week’s blog we thought we would share the story of our eventful journey home in the snow last week… The weather forecast is often discussed here at Oaktree Occasions; with many of our events very dependant on the weather conditions, it is paramount that we have a plan for all circumstances. However, nothing could truly prepare us for last weeks […]
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On Saturday 20th October, we had the pleasure of catering for the wedding of Holly and Chris who married, and held their reception, at the Oak Barn, near Exeter. The venue is set in quintessentially Devon countryside with barns that the owners, Katherine and John have converted. The couple decorated the barn with lots of pretty tealights twinkling through glass […]
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Whilst we are known for catering for weddings each week, we also cater for a variety of other events throughout the year. We were honoured when Sisters Hair and Beauty Salon in Tavistock, asked us if we would cater for their 10th anniversary celebration. The sisters wanted to hold a charity ball at Tavistock Town Hall which we were more […]
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On Saturday 13th October, we had the pleasure of catering for the wedding of Ana and Keith who made the journey to Devon from High Wycombe with their family and friends. The couple chose to marry and hold their reception at the beautifully, rural Deers Leap Retreat near West Anstey. Unfortunately, storm Callum meant that an outside ceremony was not ideal, […]
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On Saturday 6th October, we had the pleasure of returning to a family home in Woodbury near Exeter by kind invitation of Mr B , to cater for a very special family gathering. In the summer of 2017, we catered for the wedding of Mr B’s daughter. Needless to say, we were delighted when Mr B got in touch to invite us back […]
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On Saturday 29th September, we had the pleasure of catering for the wedding of Sarah and Gary. The couple married at Bradworthy before returning to Langtree Village Hall for the wedding reception. Claremont marquees transformed the village hall, lining it with ivory drapes; once inside guests barely knew they were in a hall. Sarah planned a sophisticated colour scheme of white and […]
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The Christmas season brings the perfect opportunity for popping that big question. Your nearest and dearest are nearby to share the exciting news, the Christmas decorations provide a romantic backdrop and the party atmosphere is already set. If you got engaged over Christmas or New Year, whether it be an intimate engagement by a crackling fire, or a showstopping display […]
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Here at Oaktree Occasions we love helping groups of families, friends and businesses alike to celebrate all occasions whether it be Christmas, birthdays, anniversaries or weddings… the list is endless! We are all familiar with the frantic running around prior to a party – gathering all the food, dashing to the shops (numerous times) to pick up those forgotten ingredients, and […]
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Most of you will know that we are well known for our wedding catering in and around Devon. Whilst this is a large part of our business, we also cater for a variety of other events, from civic dinners, to entertaining corporate clientele and the subject of today’s blog… funeral wake catering. One of the most difficult times for a […]
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On Saturday 22nd September, we had the pleasure of catering for the wedding of Steph and Chris near Beaford. The couple married at Beaford church before heading less than a mile down the road for their reception in a marquee on the family farm. Unfortunately, the weather was not on their side, with unrelenting rain and gail force winds. However, […]
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This weekend marks our 10th Anniversary of being in business together. Many of you will remember that on the 1st December 2008, we opened the doors on our first adventure as business partners running the restaurant and bar within Holsworthy Golf Club – Oaktree Restaurant. Since that day we have never looked back! Oaktree Occasions literally grew from here, with people coming […]
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On Saturday 15th September, we were the chosen wedding caterers for the marriage of Heather and Sam. The couple married at Werrington Church, not far from Launceston, before returning to Sam’s family farm near North Petherwin for their reception. Despite the lingering showers, the couple and their guests arrived to the marquee in glorious sunshine, where we served a Pimm’s […]
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On Friday 14th September, we were the chosen caterers for the marriage of Harriet and Scott. The couple live near Birmingham; Harriet holidayed in Shaldon, near Teignmouth as a young child and has a love for Devon and the Westcountry. So the couple decided to marry in Shaldon Church and from there, took a short walk with their guests to […]
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