top of page

Setlist

Setlist

Setlist

 

Throughout the years, I've worked with many venues and suppliers that have been an absolute pleasure to see time and time again. Below are my recommendations for when you're selecting key parts of your event

​

​

 

Skip To SUPPLIERS

VENUES

The West Mill (Derby)

Copyright: Ray Sawyer

Imagine exchanging vows in the industrial glory of The Cotton Quarter, hosting a cocktail hour in our secluded haven of a courtyard, and dancing the night away in our Soho inspired Spinning Room. Our venue offers endless possibilities for customization, allowing you to bring your wedding vision to life. Our team of dedicated event experts will work closely with you to ensure every detail is perfect, from the table settings to the ceremony space. 

​

The River Mill (Derby)

Where old meets new, The River Mill is a diverse, unique industrial events and wedding venue offering the perfect amount of quirky and cool. With vaulted ceilings, exposed brickwork, and striking cast iron beams, the venue’s beautiful structure and versatile design means you can either max out your event décor or keep it minimal. It’s a blank canvas for you to style any way you wish, giving you the freedom to bring all your ideas to life.

Wildes Inns (Chesterfield)

wildes_edited.jpg

Wildes Inns is an idyllic country escape steeped in history yet reborn through extensive refurbishments. Whether it’s business or pleasure, Wildes Inns holds indulgence at its core, offering 69 stunning bedrooms and suites, a Spa featuring coveted products and treatments, extensive award-winning dining and an all year round weddings and events calendar. This isn’t just a hotel, this is a habit.

Peak Edge Hotel (Chesterfield)

Welcome to Peak Edge Hotel, the ultimate destination where the natural beauty of the Peak District perfectly frames your dream wedding day. With our very dedicated wedding planners, we are here to transform your vision into an enchanting reality, ensuring every detail is flawlessly executed for your perfect day. You may have the date in mind, you may even have the wedding dress (it’s not that unusual!) but choosing the perfect venue takes time and we like to make that stage as easy for you as possible.  This is your wedding day so talk to us and let us help bring your dreams to life.

468611640_1372758210819359_8023306751057

Dunston Hall (Chesterfield)

dunston.jpeg

Tucked away on the edge of the Peak District in Derbyshire, Dunston Hall Estate has been gracefully restored to create a beautiful, authentic space in which you can gather with the ones you cherish the most 
This beautiful venue makes the perfect location for your dream Wedding or that extra special event.

This includes all 10 Bedrooms and Bathrooms, so your nearest and dearest can be with you throughout your stay.

Our dedicated spaces, The Garden Room for your ceremony and The Stables for your reception, provide the perfect backdrop for your wedding day and are set within a space that feels like home.

​

Hazel Gap Barn (Nottingham)

Picturesque wedding venue with exquisite courtyard on the Welbeck estate. Turning down the driveway towards this stunning symmetrical barn, the beauty of the building is clear. A roaring fire greets attendees as they enter the barn. The oak dining room, exquisitely designed, offers an exceptional space surrounded by impressive woodland and parkland, and a beautiful courtyard. The ceremony barn and bar will ensure the party goes on until the small hours.

Hazel+Gap+Barn+-Chris+Snowden+Photography+-+Summer+2018+-+Alex+&+Harrison+(476)hazel+gap+nottinghamshire+wedding+venue.jpg

Stretton Manor Barn (Chesterfield)

Winner of Best Barn Wedding Venue in the UK at The Wedding Industry Awards 2024 and 2025.

Are you looking for a stylish wedding venue in stunning Derbyshire countryside, to experience a day you and your guests will never forget? We are so much more than just another barn wedding venue. Our family led team specialises in exceptional service and the best wedding banquets. Our amazing reviews speak for themselves.

The most memorable weddings are those with energy. 

​

R3A_7783-scaled.jpg

A rare energy which quickly gathers momentum and grows in confidence, until it becomes an unstoppable celebration of love, laughter and excitement.

We believe in the power of design! No more long and narrow rooms, broken and separate spaces or inaccessible outdoor areas. We are a contemporary wedding barn, “one of a kind” impeccably designed with open plan and connected spaces, home to the most enjoyable celebrations!

Bridge House Barn (Kibworth)

Nestled in South Leicestershire’s rolling countryside, Bridge House Barn is a picturesque waterfront venue, perfect for weddings. Set between the River Sence and the Grand Union Canal, it offers total privacy, breathtaking views, and a charming flight of locks nearby.

From rustic celebrations to elegant events, our flexible packages are tailored to you. With 5-star service and a hands-on approach, we ensure your day is seamless and unforgettable. A picture may paint a thousand words, but Bridge House Barn paints so much more…

IMG_4899-2-800x505.jpg

Tissington Hall (Ashbourne)

tissington-hall-weddings-gallery-20-large.jpg

Tissington Hall, the heart of the Peak District, strikes the perfect balance between historical grandeur and relaxed, contemporary sophistication.
The Hall is licenced to hold civil marriages and civil partnerships, as is the East Drawing Room that overlooks the beautiful parkland. Alternatively, if sunny skies allow, you can hold your service on our exquisite Terrace Arcade.
When you visit us, you will see that our venue exudes beauty, character, splendour, and charm. And on the day of your wedding, it is exclusively yours.

Grangefields (Ashbourne)

A Derbyshire wedding venue on the historic Trusley Estate. Unique and exclusive venue with beautiful barns and courtyard. The long, private driveway leads to this hidden gem in the heart of Derbyshire, offering the complete package. This venue boasts a rustic yet grand ceremony barn, an open courtyard with views of rolling farm hills, a stunning Dutch barn dining room with a fully open kitchen, and a party room with a fully stocked bar for dancing the night away.

GF+-+Martin+Cheung+-+4.6.22+Lauren-Phil-332.jpg

SUPPLIERS (Under Maintenance)

Photographers

Celebrants

Hair Stylists

Illustrators

Decoration

Magicians

DJs

Bands

suppliers

Midlands UK Wedding Singer, Acoustic Guitarist, JayRar

I am available to hire for weddings, parties, and events in East Midlands, including Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire as well as South Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, Cheshire and throughout most of the UK.

Contact me for a quote.

Copyright © 2025 JayRar. All Rights Reserved.

JayRar is available across England and some parts of Wales.

bottom of page