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Blackwell Grange

Blackwell Grange

Ilmington, Warwickshire
4.7 out of 5 rating, 29 reviews
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4.7 out of 5 rating
4.7 out of 5 rating
29 reviews
95% recommend it
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    Rhys Sent on 24/12/2024
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    Beautiful Rustic Venue, with everything in one place

    Blackwell Grange was the perfect venue for our wedding and truly exceeded our expectations in every way. From the moment we first visited, we knew it was special. We were looking for a rustic venue that could hold everything in one place, and Blackwell Grange had it all.

    The Thatch Barn was absolutely stunning, creating a warm and intimate atmosphere, and the smell of the open fire added an unforgettable touch to the experience. The Potting Shed was a dream for the bridal party to get ready; a comfortable, stylish space that made the morning so enjoyable and stress-free.

    The venue’s recommended suppliers were spot on. After doing our own extensive research, we ended up choosing their recommended band, hair and makeup artist, and photographer; all of whom were incredible. It was so reassuring to have a curated list of trusted vendors to work with.

    While the catering is in-house and non-negotiable, the team went above and beyond to accommodate all dietary requirements, and the food was exceptional. Portion sizes, which were initially a concern of ours, were generous, and the quality was top-notch. Friends and family couldn’t stop raving about the meals, with many saying it was the best wedding food they’d ever had.

    And the pizzas? Unforgettable. They were served in the evening as a delightful twist on traditional canapés (though far from canapé-sized!) and were truly the best we’ve ever had. They even catered to our request of a pesto-based chicken pizza, which I can highly recommend! The staff’s service was impeccable throughout the day, from ensuring all guests were well-catered to, to bringing pizzas around the party so no one missed out.

    The Snug was a wonderful place for the grooms’ party in the morning and afterwards, a retreat for guests needing a break, especially for our family members with disabilities. It offered a quiet escape with teas and coffees available, yet still had a window to the main party so guests could feel connected to the festivities.

    A couple of practical considerations: there is a strict time limit, with music and the bar ending at 11pm, and guests not staying on-site needing to leave by 11:30pm. Additionally, the venue has a decibel limit due to its rural location, so it’s something to keep in mind when planning your music. That said, none of this took away from our experience; we truly had the best day ever.

    A massive shout out to Suzy and her team who, when given any query or issues, dealt with it so quickly and professionally, that we needn't have ever worried.

    We can’t recommend Blackwell Grange enough. It’s a refined, charming venue that delivers on every level, with stunning spaces, incredible food, and a fantastic team that ensures your day is unforgettable.
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    Lucy G. Sent on 26/10/2024
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    We feel in love the first time we saw the venue

    From the first time we saw Blackwell Grange we fell in love with the venue. From our initial visit through to our wedding day the team were fabulous and easy to talk to. Would highly recommend!❤️

    Blackwell Grange's reply:

    Hi Lucy, Thank you for your review! We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed celebrating your special day with us. best wishes, the Blackwell Grange Team
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    Wood Sent on 21/10/2024
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    Fantastic Venue

    Food lived up to its reputation - it was very tasty, nicely presented and good sized portions. Staff were attentive, professional and provided excellent service.

    Blackwell Grange's reply:

    Hi Wood, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food and service. Our team takes great pride in ensuring a memorable experience, and we’re glad everything met your expectations. Best wishes the Blackwell Grange Team
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    Rebecca S. Sent on 14/08/2024
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    A stunning venue for the most special day of your life!

    Driving up to Blackwell (which was a venue recommended by a friend and a last minute viewing), I was simply blown away. I remember leaving after and turning to my future husband with tears in my eyes as I just knew that this was where we were supposed to get married.

    The wedding barn is just simply beautiful and needs no extra 'razzmatazz' as the fire is a standout feature.
    The Reception barn is light, airy and bright with tonnes of space including a lounge area upstairs.

    We got ready at the venue in the potting shed which had been kitted out with make up lights to support our make up artists on the day.

    The venue were supportive in allowing us to open a room early for our young child and the babysitter.

    A few things to note:
    - The venue do have their own preferred entertainment suppliers and we had to pay extra for our band to sound check as there are strict noise rules.
    - Breakfast in the morning is continental so if you are requiring a cooked breakfast to ease your hangovers, you may need to stop off somewhere on the way home.

    Blackwell Grange's reply:

    Hi Rebecca, thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are so pleased you enjoyed celebrating your special day with us. Best wishes, the Blackwell Grange Team
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    Victoria B. Sent on 05/06/2024
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    Successful

    We had our wedding here at the end of April 2024. The venue is stunning, the rooms are lovely, Deborah was fantastic helping us plan everything leading up to the wedding and Margaret was brilliant on the day too. She made sure that everything went to plan and went above and beyond helping with anything that came up on the day.

    The food was delicious and all of our guests commented how good it all tasted. The presentation was great too. We loved the variety that we were able to choose from too. We used the DJ recommend by Blackwell and he was great too.

    All in all, I can't recommend Blackwell Grange more. Everything was brilliant and we ars so happy with the choice that we made.

    Blackwell Grange's reply:

    Thank you for your review Victoria, what beautiful images!! It was a pleasure to host your special day
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    Alice K. Sent on 25/01/2024
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    November 2023 Wedding

    We had our incredible day in November 2023. Blackwell Grange is a simply stunning venue, the details and the care taken to design the venue and the accommodation is amazing.

    The planning stages with the Blackwell Grange team was thoroughly enjoyable and we were put at ease every step of the way. The team are so helpful, friendly and are experts at what they do.

    On the day so many of our guests commented on the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. The quality of the food and drinks was absolutely amazing & really added to the day.

    A very very special thank you to Suzy, Suzy was amazing, and helped me out personally so much, hanging up my dress with me and getting everything sorted, she really went above and beyond.

    We would recommend this venue to everyone!
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    Christine H. Sent on 12/11/2023
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    Excellent venue and staff

    We got married here at the end of October and had the best day! The venue is beautiful and the staff are so helpful and made everything so easy. They were on hand at every step of the process, from booking right through to picking up our decorations the day after the wedding. They were always happy to answer questions (and I had a lot) and do whatever they can to make your special day go smoothly. They even let me arrive in a tractor!
    We cannot recommend this venue highly enough, very professional and very helpful. Plus the food is amazing!
    Thank you to all the Blackwell Grange staff!
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    Laura Sent on 29/10/2023
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    Misleading and untrustworthy venue

    From a brides perspective. I fell in love with this venue from my first arrival so much that we cancelled all other venue viewing because it seemed perfect. Until full payment was recieved. My advice is READ YOUR T&C’S. On walkabout we were discussing how stunning the venue would be in a drone wedding video up the pretty entrance , even the GM agreed ! However we were later told drones prohibited? We was told that our tasting meal was included- to later be sent an invoice and told to read our T&C’s.
    When booking the bridal suit and accomadation informed was from 10- 10the following morning , to then be told 2 days prior to our big day guests couldn’t check in till 2.30! So they expect you to spend ££ on your wedding and instead of your guest enjoying drinks reception/canapés your guest are expected to check in there rooms? Furthermore when I myself the bride when to the bridal suite to top up my lippy for the eve, I found the door was locked. I was told by my bridesmaid the GM was throwing my belongings into my bag with no respect to clear the room out , yet I supposedly had the room till 10 the next morning stil?
    A few words and experiences about management at Blackwell Harriet and carol to share names that our guests experienced … rude , abrupt, and disrespectful

    My groomsmen and son was rudely spoken to following the meal taking a while to be served, my godson asked his dad if he could have his burger outside , as his sensitive to noise so wanted quiet time whilst eating his dinner( his dad even wrapped it in a napkin so know crockery was taken outdoors) and was firmly asked and told what they were doing outdoors with food and return to the table , yet only a few hours prior there was canapés being served outside - how do you explain that to a 6 year old.

    Guests that wernt wine drinkers were refused pints or drinks at bar till after meal finished

    My husbands drink was sniffed prior to him walking down the isle accusing of alcohol in there. I mean what venue doesn’t serve a little bevvy for Dutch courage let alone only serve them coke and then get it sniffed???

    My grandad suffers from Parkinson’s so was only able to attend for the ceremony , after my father was setting up his sat nav as he was unable to with Shakey hands and Harriet abruptly and rudely raised her voice at my dad telling him to get in the main hall and what was he doing outside , my dad politely explained he’ll be 30 seconds but no Harriet was truely dispectful . This wasn’t the first time as few weeks prior my grandad was doing a test drive ( god love a old driver having to know there ways ) and was told to get off the private property … I mean seriously ?

    One guest is coeliac and politely asked where she can locate her gluten free pizza to firmly and abruptly be told it’s being cooked separate and will get it when it’s ready ?!!!

    We had giant Jenga on the patio , which was out all day , when a guest packed it up in the bag and went to get the car key to put it in the car around 6pm before evening guest arrived so it wasn’t in the way , Harriet confiscated it and put it in storage accusing of health and safety - yet was out all afternoon and deceived it was only a safety issue when it was being out away for the day

    DAMAGE DEPOSIT! Please please please to cover and protect yourself take photos of the room when you leave so you can’t be accused of any damage as I hate to say one of our respectful guest we’re accused with the most outrageous accusation. Yet because they never predicted such audacity we were fined and deducted from our damaged deposit because it’s our word v theirs so please cover yourself if staying

    The venue is stunning to look at. The food was incredible so a shout out to the catering team is a must ! But for an award winning venue with a staff that are meant to make your day stress free and memorable - it couldn’t be any further from what I received. Would I recommend NO , it breaks my heart to say after our experience it tainted what should have been our perfect day because of BG managers. I wish I booked another venue
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    Emma P. Sent on 22/07/2023
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    Perfect Wedding Day

    We got married on the 24th June 2023 and the day was incredible.
    Blackwell Grange is an absolutely stunning venue, especially the gardens and the Thatched Barn and no matter how many other venues
    we visited we couldn't shift the feeling it was the one from our minds.
    The food was delicious and presented amazingly, and the service was 10/10, we are still getting compliments on how good it was.
    There is a sound limit and a slightly early finish time of 11pm, however this didn't take away from our day and everyone had a
    great time.
    The bridal suite was stunning and very comfortable, we only wished we could have stayed longer.
    The Blackwell Grange team are incredibly organised, what might first come across as being a bit strict is just that they clearly
    know how to run a wedding day.
    Overall, we had the best wedding day at Blackwell Grange, and want to relive it over and over again! Would 100% recommend.
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    Charlotte B. Sent on 25/06/2023
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    Incredible wedding

    What can we say apart from that our wedding at Blackwell was absolutely incredible and everything we dreamed of.

    Blackwell was one of the first places we had seen while trying to find our wedding venue and everywhere we saw after it l, we kept comparing to Blackwell, so we knew it was the one!

    The mix between old and new is perfectly balanced at Blackwell. You have the stunning thatched barn where your ceremony takes place, the huge fire place and stunning beams and then you have the clean, fresh, bright orchard barn where you have your wedding breakfast! Due to the location you are surrounding by stunning countryside (perfect for photos)

    As bride you want to know that you have somewhere special for you and your bridesmaids to get ready, that’s close to the ceremony on the wedding morning to limit stress. The Potting Shed at Blackwell was perfect, 2 min walk from the thatched barn, cosy, lovely bathroom with a shower and can comfortably fit your make up artist and hairdressers as well as 4/6 bridesmaids.

    If you are looking for a venue that offers an incredible dining experience then Blackwell is the one for you. The food was one of the highlights of the day. The menu choice offers a large range of seasonal options. The presentation and flavours were unreal and the waiters were extremely professional in their service! Everyone at our wedding said it was the best wedding food they had had at a wedding.

    The team were brilliant, particularly Paige and Harriet. Everyone went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed from our first meeting, right to the day of the wedding!

    Thank you to everyone at Blackwell, we will certainly be recommending your venue! Love MR and MRS Paget xx
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