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Both Jenny and I are musicians and so choosing the right band was especially important to us. We also had some very particular requests and we knew those requests were far from easy choices. Rob wasn't phased at all. He was thoroughly professional and even willing to record one of our requests that needed to be learned first so we could hear in advance how it might sound in advance. He helped us choose the right combination of parts and we decided to go with a six piece band, which included male and female vocals, drums, lead and bass guitar, keyboard and Saxophone. Whilst you certainly can get by with a smaller band, we never once regretted opting for a full band As well as having the band play for 5 hours during the reception we also hired Rob and the female vocalist, Natalie Pearson to sing various numbers during the wedding ceremony. Natalie had to learn at least one new song, Katie Melua's Closest thing to Crazy and she had the guests mesmerised. Meanwhile at one point in the ceremony we had asked Rob to learn and sing Freddie Mercury's Time Waits for Nobody, an incredibly difficult song encompassing a phenomenal vocal range but Rob more than rose to the occasion. A number of guests even said to me they thought at first we were using a recording of Freddie! Rob was also very obliging when asked to help with other parts of the ceremony where recorded music was used. Rob took care of making sure the selected pieces were played through his sound system at an appropriate volume and started and finished at the right time. Rob is not only an excellent singer and highly experienced and professional band leader he is also an amazingly talented flamenco guitarist too and so we asked him to play solo during the Champagne and Canapes. This went down a storm and I have heard nothing but praise from every guest I have spoken to since. At least one guest was keen to take his card to hire him for a professional engagement. I can say that Elevation and all the musicians involved were simply outstanding and added immeasurably to our special day. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Elevation if you are serious about ensuring your event has the best music possible and available. Thank you so much to all the band members for their wonderful contribution to our wedding day.

Chris C

From the very beginning, Nick was friendly, professional, and incredibly efficient. His energy was uplifting without ever being overbearing, creating the perfect atmosphere for us and our guests. He worked seamlessly in the background to deliver the most amazing music, setting the pace beautifully for every moment. Nick’s singing and guitar playing were truly outstanding — so many of our guests commented on his incredible voice and impressive guitar riffs. He gave us so much more than we could have hoped for. Beyond his talent, he is such a lovely person, and we are so grateful he made our day even more special. Thank you, Nick — we’re so glad we found you, and you will be too!

Tina W

We can't say enough about how wonderful Ballara Reception was as our wedding venue. Not only is it a stunning location for both the ceremony and reception, but the team's support and service were simply outstanding. From the moment we first toured the property, Popy has been incredibly professional and responsive, ensuring every detail was perfect. I love having her as our function coordinator. She has truly made the planning process stress-free and handled everything on the day, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the celebration. You also see a familiar face from day 1, which definitely help ease my nerve on the day. The staff on the day has been amazing as well. The food were served as per instructions, they taste great and service has been top notch. Our guests were so impressed with the beautiful setting and seamless flow of the day, and we've been receiving compliments ever since. Also - plenty of great places for photos too!!

Zoe L

Absolutely world class service both leading to up the wedding with the planning and support as well the day itself and over the night. Sasha and the crew were just perfect and as a groom who did 99% of the planning and organising to take the load off the bride, it was a breeze. Minimal stress and just one big enjoyable experience. Could not recommend Leonda and their staff any higher. The venue (Grand Ballroom we booked) is amazing and stunning. Photo ops all over the place. Staff are professional. The food was just Michelin quality. Everything was of the highest standard. The support for 12 months was just spot on. And everything my bride and I envisioned was brought to life and executed perfectly.

Luke M

Suzie and the Team at Farm Vigano were beyond amazing, the food was phenomenal and the venue was stunning! They looked after us with so much love on the day and in the lead up, they truly felt like part of our family. We have had so many compliments on how amazing (and abundant) the food was - which was the most important aspect to us when organising our special day. Thank you, thank you, thank you! We can't wait to come back each year for a feast to celebrate our anniversary <3

Amanda W

We had our autumn wedding at St Andrews Conservatory and it was the perfect day. From our very first chat with Kiara, we knew we were in safe hands with the team being incredibly organised, supportive and genuinely invested in making sure our day was magical. It honestly felt like we didn't even need a wedding planner because their structure and recommendations took all the stress out of the planning process. Kiara, Jade and Jasmin ensured their team took care of every detail so we could just enjoy the moment on the day. Our guests raved about the venue, the food and how fantastic the service was, all the staff were simply in tune and they all truly went above and beyond. We will always remember how special you made us feel. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts and expect to see us every anniversary on the restaurant side. Sam & Claire

Sam S

Doltone House venues are absolutely stunning! My wedding was held at Jones Bay Wharf, right by the water, with a breathtaking view. I especially loved the deck area, where my guests could relax, enjoy drinks, and savour canapés while taking in the waterfront scenery. The venue itself is elegant and high-class—any wedding décor looks incredible in this beautiful setting. The staff were friendly, professional, and attentive, making sure everyone was well looked after. As the newlyweds, we barely had time to eat or drink, but the staff went above and beyond by packing drinks and cake for us to enjoy on the way to our hotel. They even kept reminding us to stay hydrated, which was so thoughtful! The food was absolutely delicious, and all my guests raved about it—including the vegetarian and kids' meals. Communication with the event manager was smooth and efficient, making the entire planning process stress-free. My wedding day was perfect, and I couldn’t be happier with my experience at Doltone House. Highly recommend!

Yewei C

Beautiful venue for our ceremony and reception ! The team on the day were amazing.

Madison T

I booked allure limousines for my wedding transport. The limo looked amazing and was clean inside and out. They had it stocked with water and champagne with red carpet service. Their driver, Belinda was amazing! She went above and beyond ensuring we were all on time and even buying my wedding party drinks whilst we were getting our photos done. Thank you so much again guys!

Jade S

Beautiful hotel in prime location.

Aya O