The Boat House at Aston Marina

Aston Marina was the one and only venue we went to view, and we fell in love with it as soon as we walked in. The surroundings are stunning,l and the Boathouse has beautiful views of the water and the countryside from all directions. There were no restrictions and the venue were so accepting of everything we wanted. The staff worked tirelessly all day and nothing was too much trouble. We dropped everything off the day before and they set the room up to our exact specification perfectly. A special mention has to go to Beckie Rowlinson. We met her when we went to view the venue and she was in contact with us throughout the whole process, and was an absolute delight to work with. She kept everything going all day, moved some last minute place settings with no notice, fanned out my dress before I walked down the aisle and was still there at midnight! She even helped us put everything in the car the next day! We would recommend Aston Marina to anyone, there are literally not enough words to thank them for everything they did. We had a perfect day and they were such a bit part of the best day of our lives.

We got married at Aston Marina on the 27th of October and it was absolutely perfect! We couldn’t have been happier with the venue and the staff, everything was beautiful! A special shout out to Nicki who was brilliant from day 1, nothing was too much to hassle and she was quick to help with everything and anything, she made sure our day was exactly how we wanted it! Some guests described the evening reception as the ‘best night of their lives’. Overall it was the best day of our lives and we would like to thank everyone who was involved!

Nicki, Alex and the team surpassed all our expectations making our day as perfect as it could be. Nothing was too much trouble and the attention to detail to ensure everything went to plan made it a completely stress free day meaning we could relax and enjoy ourselves with our guests. Genuinely thank you not only from us but every one of our guests who raved about the boat house as much as us xx

As a newlywed couple we would like to share an overview of our very positive experience of working with the team of wedding coordinators at the Boat House, Aston Marina, Stone. We married on the 18th May in the gorgeous grounds of this amazing venue… the outdoor area offers breathtaking views and inside is purpose built, single storey (offering excellent access for all), modern and adaptable – making it the perfect venue to reflect the personalities of the happy couple. Just look at the photos on the venue’s website…. it really does speak for itself! The first time we met the team during a wedding open day, they took note of what we wanted and indicated that we could personalise their packages to meet our needs (we had not been offered such flexibility by their local competitors). We registered our details when we attended the event, but there was no pressure to book. A few weeks later Beckie contacted us to tell us about a new special offer, remembering that we were really keen on a May wedding (that we thought was beyond our budget). She felt it would fulfil our needs, while still offering the flexibility to add our personal touches. And the price was within our budget and very competitive compared with other local wedding venues! As our wedding co-ordinator, Beckie was incredibly supportive and responsive to our wishes, and was part of a cohesive team of wedding coordinators who we liaised with on the few occasions that Beckie was not available. We felt that the team were truly invested in ensuring that every aspect of our wedding day was perfect, nothing was too much trouble, and they genuinely shared in our joy and happiness! We have listed how the team helped create our perfect day: • Clear payments schedules were provided at the point of booking with timely reminders which helped us plan and manage our budget • Regular communication, an open invitation to meet face-to-face and visit the Boat House as many times as we needed to. For example, we were able to test our IT equipment for a slide show to be projected during our first dance, and were offered unlimited opportunities to practice the dance • Decided we wanted a videographer only a couple of weeks before the wedding. Beckie recommended two providers and we were able to secure a late booking • No additional charge for the bridal room with tea and coffee provided, plus flexibility for Bride #1 and her bridesmaids to gain early access from 7 am on the day (usually this would be 8 am) • Accepted our Spotify playlist for day music and also liaised with House DJ with our evening Spotify list. The music was perfectly timed throughout the day and the DJ played all of our favourite tunes – we were never off the dance floor! • Facilitated flexibility in how the room was set up to incorporate a slideshow for the first dance, which meant that the dance floor was in a ‘never been done before position’ • Allowed us to personalise venue with our own decorations (e.g. Bride #1 made the bunting for the gazebo) • There were a number of ‘surprises’ arranged by each Bride for the other. Beckie kept the secrets and supported each Bride in making them happen • On the day itself, everything was set up for the wedding ceremony to take place inside, however everything was quickly and efficiently moved and set up outside at our last minute request as the weather was better than expected ☺ • Throughout the day, Beckie was discreet but always present and in control of and directing proceedings, she gave calm and timely prompts to keep everything on schedule and reminded us several times that ‘it’s your day so whatever you need or want to change is ok’ • Mouth watering first class cuisine! So many compliments from our guests including those who had the gluten free and vegetarian options. Bride #2 was served a different choice of main wedding breakfast meal (her favourite) and Yorkshire puddings as a nod to her upbringing were included for everyone at no extra cost • Sourced Bride #2’s favourite alcoholic drink to replace standard drinks option just for her • Provided Bride #2 with tea during the afternoon/evening when requested • Alex, the waiting on and bar staff were efficient and attentive. Alex organised a top table tab and embraced the role of Master of Ceremonies! • Late arrival of Mother of Bride #2 with carer was planned and Beckie discreetly facilitated their timely arrival and integrated them seamlessly into our wedding celebrations • The DJ and Beckie coordinated the slide show with the music perfectly for the first dance – had this not been the case our dance would have been a disaster! • Immaculately clean venue and facilities inside and out – lots of positive comments from our guests, especially about the spotless bathroom and toilet facilities • Plenty of free parking • Prompt return of refundable damages deposit • Cut the cake strategically to preserve the front end of our campervan (with headlights!) and wrapped to keep it fresh for us to take home and enjoy later • Wedding suppliers all commented that the Boat House staff are a pleasure to work with, and they were all well looked after on the day by the team • The team were keen for us to offer constructive feedback and showed a genuine commitment to improving their services – our experience was so incredible that we struggled to offer suggestions for improvement! In summary, we would highly recommend the gorgeous Boat House and its amazing team to anyone planning their wedding or a special event. Our relationship with this venue and it’s fabulous team is very special to us and The Boat House they will no doubt feature in our future family life events. Thank you for our perfect day!

We got married last Saturday at the Boathouse and I can only describe our day as perfection! This venue in its picturesque setting is the perfect balance of modern elegance and simplicity. The exposed brick, breathtaking lighting and floor to ceiling bi-folding doors are the perfect bones around which to decorate according to your theme. Not only is the venue stunning, with wonderful photo opportunities, but the food is incredible! The options for canapés, the wedding breakfast and the evening buffet were amazing and there is something to suit everyone’s style and taste. We chose the smokehouse BBQ which was the perfect choice for the relaxed vibe of our wedding and everyone commented on how delicious the food was. The canapés and pizza buffet we had on the evening were also top notch! But what makes this venue truly special is the staff; every member of staff we met both before the wedding and on the day were, friendly, welcoming, helpful and efficient. They ensured that the lead up to our big day and the day itself ran as smoothly as possible like a well oiled machine. I can’t praise the team enough, in particular our wedding coordinator Nicki who was just a complete and utter gem ❤️ Nothing was ever too much trouble and her passion for her job is evident in every encounter. We can’t thank you and the rest of the team enough for your seamless hard work, you really are the dream team! We would recommend this venue to anyone for any special function, don’t hesitate, go and visit and be blown away like we were!

My husband and I got married at Aston Marina on 22nd June 2019. It really was the most perfect day and here are the reasons why: Value for money – there are many options for you to chose to tailor your day, including drinks, food and added extras. Each option is great value for money compared to other wedding venues in the area. The staff – during the 12 months of planning, Nicki, our wedding coordinator was always at the end of the phone or e-mail, answering all of the many questions we had. Nothing was too much trouble! During the wedding day, the staff were polite and professional and ensured that everything ran like clockwork (which it did!) The food – the food is absolutely delicious – hats off to the kitchen staff. Many of our guests commented on the quality (and portion sizes) of the food. The beef and lamb were definitely the winners for me! The venue – the huge windows, the bare brick walls and lovely ceiling lights mean that you don’t have to spend loads of money dressing the room up. We were lucky with the weather and were able to marry outside, which was so special. As well as that our guests got to chill out on the massive patio area and the kids played on the grass. The outside area is vast with stunning views looking out to the marina and Aston church. If you want your wedding day to be well managed, so that all you need to do is enjoy the day with your new husband/wife and your guests, this is definitely the place for you! We would recommend this venue in a heartbeat – thank you to everyone at Aston Marina for everything, it truly was the best day ever!

A huge THANK YOU to Aishah, Nicki, Alex and the team at Aston Marina! Our day was the BEST, and we are so thankful to you all for ensuring everything ran perfectly on our special day. Nicki, thank you for being so accommodating in arranging meetings right up to the week before the big day, and making all of our requests reality. For anyone considering Aston Marina for their wedding, I would say look no further, the venue is beautiful, the food is delicious, and the team are simply the best!! I wish we could do it all over again. Our Very Best Regards, Mr & Mrs Holman

If you're looking for a wedding venue in the Staffordshire area look no further. Joe and I got married here 21-04-19 Easter Sunday. It was the best day of our lives. The sun was shining over the marina the views were breathtaking! Becky and Alex were the perfect supporters for our day, they couldn't do enough for us. The food OMG, all our friends and family are still talking about the food saying it has been the best food they have had at a wedding- HONESTLY IT WAS! What we loved that there were so many menu options to chose from- the lamb, my mouth is still watering!! You could dress the venue as much or as little as you like, you don't need to though as it speaks for itself- from the lights dangling from the ceiling, the flooring, the chairs, the big windows that let in tons of natural light, the bridal room to get ready in, and finally the amazing views. Honestly I cannot stop thinking about our wedding and how perfect it was! Becky, Alex and Helen, have been so lovely from the minute we booked our wedding right through to the actual day. We can't thank everyone from the chef's to the waiters/waitresses enough. I'm so happy we chose Aston marina it will always have a special place in our hearts! CHOSE ASTON MARINA YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!

We chose The Boat House as the venue for our wedding due to the high level of customer service, the beauty of the venue and the value for money for what was included in their packages. The food was absolutely outstanding and enjoyed by all of our guests who were astounded by the menu choices. The Boat House is located right next to the Marina which gives a fantastic opportunity for some gorgeous pictures. We had exclusive use of the venue and loved the bridal room that allowed me to get ready with my bridesmaids and relax before the ceremony. I could not recommend this venue any more highly and do not have a single thing we would change about The Boat House. Aishah and Alex pulled out all of the stops to ensure our day was special. Their customer service was excellent and helped us along the way with everything we needed. Thank you so much!

A first class magical venue..... all the guests were bowled over with it. Nicki and her team couldn't do enough for us. It was a superb day which exceeded my expectations because of this gorgeous venue. Thank you Nicki! 👍😍