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Feb 13

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As we continue our venue spotlight series, we’re highlighting the spaces that set the stage for unforgettable events.

Each venue within the Artemis Venue Collection has a distinct personality, while sharing the same Artemis Experience: over 25 years of expertise in catering and event management, delivered by passionate, highly skilled teams.

From leadership retreats and strategic away days to private celebrations and festive gatherings, our venues offer the space to step back and think clearly. With chef-led food and drink, expert planning and a fully supported residential setting, events feel focused, considered and genuinely impactful.

Our next spotlight is @CombermereAbbeyEvents - a venue defined by space, privacy and perspective.

Set within a gated historic estate, Combermere Abbey offers complete seclusion with no shared spaces or distractions. It’s a private, residential setting designed for leadership retreats, corporate getaways, and focused away days where teams can think clearly, connect meaningfully and work with intent.

Surrounded by 1,000 acres of parkland, woodland and walled gardens, the venue combines flexible meeting spaces, on-site accommodation for up to 53 guests and exceptional in-house catering, all supported by an experienced team who manage every detail.

To find out more about hosting your event at an Artemis venue, visit weareartemis.co.uk/events.

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Feb 11

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We believe the strongest celebrations are built through genuine connection. That’s why our teams work closely with couples throughout the planning process, not just on the day, but every step of the way.

From our Bar Managers and Head Chefs to our Events teams, couples have direct access to the expertise that brings their ideas to life. This hands-on collaboration allows us to create experiences that feel personal, considered, and completely unique to each celebration.

As Jordan Willard, Bar Manager at @brookfieldbarn, puts it:

“We go on a journey with our couples, so we’ll engage with them throughout the planning process and ensure we get to know them. Sometimes, couples want special beers or casks available for guests, or they’ll want to collaborate with us to design a ‘his & hers’ (or his & his/ hers & hers) cocktail that brings their personalities across. We’ll always try to meet our customers’ requirements and bring their ideas to life, wherever possible.”

By drawing on the knowledge and creativity of our teams, we’re able to support couples with confidence, care and creativity, ensuring every celebration is truly unforgettable.

To hear more from Jordan about what makes an unforgettable drinks experience, click the 'Raising the Bar - Brookfield Barn' link in our bio.

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Feb 9

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Congratulations to the winners of our 2026 Master Chef team of the year competition - Adam Venn and Callum Murphy! Last week, we presented them with their award at their home venue, @BrookfieldBarn.

This year's competition was absolutely fantastic. Chefs from across our venues competed in three heats, with the winners of each going head-to-head in the grand final. The standard of food produced throughout the competition was truly extraordinary - every single one of our Chefs did themselves proud, showcasing their skill, creativity, and passion in every dish.

We'll be sharing more of the incredible food produced throughout the competition soon. But for now, please join us in wishing Adam and Callum a huge congratulations on their win. 🏆

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Feb 6

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"How Stephen and his team do not have a Michelin Star is beyond us! The food was unbelievably outstanding - everyone commented on how they had never had such a good meal, not just at a wedding, but ever! This is no exaggeration."

Wedding food sometimes gets a bad rap. We get it, cooking at scale is not easy, and sometimes there's a temptation to play it safe. But, at our venues, we don't do boring and safe - we pride ourselves on creating wedding food that rivals that of a high-end restaurant.

Our chefs are experienced, highly skilled, and above all, extremely passionate about their craft. They work closely with our couples and event organisers to create a menu that perfectly reflects their vision. Reviews like this one from a recent wedding at @curradinebarns demonstrate just how effective this approach is. Congratulations to our Head Chef, Stephen, and the entire Curradine team for such a fantastic review.⭐

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Feb 4

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Feb 3

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At Artemis, we are committed to ongoing investment in our venues, with a clear focus on improving guest experience and evolving our spaces to meet the demands of modern celebrations.

Our latest development at @Syrencot, The Foldyard, is a great example of this ongoing commitment. It reflects our passion for thoughtful improvement, our adaptability in responding to how couples and guests use our venues, and our belief that even subtle changes can make a meaningful difference to the flow and feel of the day.

By reimagining and enhancing underutilised areas of our estates, we’re creating more opportunities for guests to connect, relax and enjoy each moment, while supporting smoother transitions and an even more seamless experience overall.

This continued investment is part of our wider approach across the Artemis Collection: nurturing each venue’s individual character, while constantly raising the bar on comfort, flexibility and experience. We’re proud to keep evolving our spaces, always with our couples, clients and guests at the heart of every decision.

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Feb 2

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Throughout 2026, we’re sharing more about our commitment to sustainability and the core priorities that shape our approach.

This month, we’re focusing on recycling and waste management – key steps in reducing our environmental footprint. ♻️

We’re working to send less to landfill and reuse more wherever possible.

So far, we’ve introduced:

· Comprehensive recycling across Head Office
· Regular litter-picking sessions and community clean-ups to support our local areas

These changes help us build better habits and reduce the environmental impact of our day-to-day operations.

What’s next:

We’ll be introducing waste audits, expanding reuse initiatives and implementing a formal Waste Management Policy across our venues, ensuring consistency, accountability and continuous improvement.

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Jan 30

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⭐ The Artemis team in spotlight ⭐

Introducing Jessica Stocker, our brilliant Event Manager at @CombermereAbbeyWeddings!

Jess joined Artemis in 2024 and plays a key role in planning and delivering the beautiful weddings hosted at Combermere Abbey. Working closely with couples, she coordinates everything from timelines and layouts to logistics and on-the-day scheduling, ensuring every celebration runs smoothly and professionally.
What Jess loves most about her role is seeing months of planning come together on the wedding day. She takes great pride in making sure every detail is carefully considered, allowing couples to relax, enjoy the moment, and truly experience the wedding of their dreams.

Collaboration is at the heart of Jess’s work. She values the team's shared commitment to delivering exceptional events, where clear communication, teamwork, and quick problem-solving ensure each wedding is seamless and memorable.
Looking ahead, Jess is excited to continue growing with Artemis, developing her skills, building strong relationships with clients and colleagues, and contributing to consistently high-quality events at the Combermere Abbey.

Outside of work, you’ll find Jess at the gym, spending time with family and friends, enjoying family games, relaxing with TV, shopping, or soaking up time around dogs.

Some of her most memorable moments so far include attending food tastings and helping couples in those emotional moments just before they walk down the aisle. Those experiences remind her why being part of these celebrations is so special.

Thank you, Jess, for your care, professionalism and dedication at Combermere Abbey. We’re so pleased to have you as part of the Artemis team! 💫

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Jan 28

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Awards season is in full swing... and we're celebrating a whole host of Best of Bridebook 2026 Awards across our venue group! 🎉

Congratulations to @OldPalaceChester, @GaynesPark, and @BlackwellGrange on your Silver Award
@MytheBarnWeddings and @syrencot on your Gold Award, and @BrookfieldBarn on your Platinum Award!

In the words of @BridebookHQ:
"These awards shine a spotlight on the venues & suppliers that truly go above and beyond for their couples. Every winner has been chosen based on heartfelt reviews from real couples.”

This recognition is so meaningful to us because it is a direct result of the wonderful reviews our past couples have shared. Bringing their dreams to life is what motivates us, and we're delighted that they were so happy with the results.

We are grateful to work with such wonderful venues and such an incredible team, who are the reason for these amazing reviews. Their tireless efforts and passion are what make every celebration so special.
Here's to more of the same in 2026!

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Jan 26

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Last week, our Bar Managers took part in mental health awareness training, continuing our wider commitment to prioritising mental health and wellbeing across the business.

At Artemis, we recognise that supporting our teams goes far beyond day-to-day operations. Creating environments where people feel confident to talk, supported to ask for help, and equipped to look out for one another is essential, especially in fast-paced hospitality roles.

This training builds on the work we’ve already started and forms part of our long-term approach to embedding mental health awareness into our culture, leadership, and teams at every level.

A big thank you to Michael Lloyd from Workplace Mental Health Charter UK for delivering such an insightful and impactful session, and to our Bar Managers for engaging so openly.

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Jan 23

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Jan 22

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As our Master Chef Team of the Year finalists assemble at @syrencot for this year's grand final, we're taking a look back at last year's competition.
Head to weareartemis.co.uk/blog to re-live 2025's culinary showdown and find out more about the competition that showcases the creativity, skill, and togetherness of our chefs across the group. 🧡

Images taken by @studiorougephotography

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Jan 21

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One thing that truly sets Artemis venues apart is the level of help and support we offer couples throughout their planning journey.

We believe wedding planning should feel calm, considered, and genuinely enjoyable. That belief is shaped by decades of experience and reflected in a planning journey designed to support couples at every stage - from the moment they book, right through to their final farewell.

With clear milestones, thoughtful touchpoints, and teams who take the time to listen, guide and reassure, couples are never left wondering what comes next. Add to that immersive food experiences, collaborative planning meetings, and a dedicated Event Manager on the day, and the result is a journey that feels seamless, supportive, and deeply personal.

Their vision, our expertise, every step of the way.

📷 @CurradineBarns taken by @paulwillettsphotography

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Jan 19

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Behind the scenes at Artemis Master Chef Team of the Year 2026

Last week, the @Syrencot kitchen was alive with creativity as the heats of the 2026 Artemis Master Chef competition took place.

Designed to bring our chefs together, the competition celebrates collaboration, skill, and innovation, spotlighting the talent our teams develop every day in their venues. From seasonal ingredients to high-pressure moments, each heat was a true reflection of the passion, adaptability and togetherness that define Artemis.

We’re proud to share the winners from each heat:

🏆 Heat 1 – Tuesday, 13th January
Adam Venn (@BrookfieldBarn & Venue Support Team Head Chef) & Callum Murphy Woods (VST Head Chef)

🏆 Heat 2 – Wednesday, 14th January
Steven Moore (Sous Chef) & Matt Thomson (Chef de Partie) – @CurradineBarns

🏆 Heat 3 – Thursday, 15th January
Steve Gilbert (Head Chef) & Charlie Reynolds (Chef de Partie) – @ClockBarn

Huge congratulations to all of our chefs who took part. The standard across the board was exceptional.

We’re now looking ahead to the Grand Final taking place this Thursday, where our heat winners will go head-to-head to be crowned Artemis Master Chef Team of the Year 2026.

Watch this space to find out the winners! 👀

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Jan 16

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Jan 14

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Welcome to the Mocktail Era 🍸

Whether it's Dry January, sober curiosity, or designated driver duties, the last couple of years have seen a marked increase in desire for non-alcoholic drink options.

At Artemis, it’s important to us that every guest feels considered and included. No one should feel like they’re missing out on the experience. That’s why we’ve created a range of hand-crafted mocktails (plus rotating seasonal additions), designed with the same care, flavour and presentation as our cocktails, just without the alcohol.

So, whatever your drink of choice, you're guaranteed to find something special behind an Artemis bar.

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Jan 9

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2025 was a significant year in our sustainability journey at Artemis… and 2026 is shaping up to be even bigger. Guided by our Sustainability Policy, we’ll be continuing our commitment to create beautiful weddings and events that don’t come at the planet’s expense.

As part of this, we’re launching a new monthly sustainability series. With nine core priorities at the heart of our approach, each month we’ll spotlight one of them, sharing the progress, actions and people driving our mission forward.
First up, we have our focus on sustainable travel 🚗.

We’re committed to supporting low-carbon travel for our staff, suppliers and guests because how we move between our venues, offices and events has a major impact on our footprint.

Here’s what we’ve put in place so far:

- EV chargers installed across all Artemis-owned and joint-venture venues
- Gradual transition of our company fleet to electric vehicles
- A cycle-to-work scheme helping team members choose greener commuting options

What’s next:

Our Sustainable Travel Policy will promote car-sharing, public transport and cleaner travel choices, helping guests and teams reduce emissions without compromising on convenience.

To find out more about our focus on sustainability, visit https://weareartemis.co.uk/sustainability-policy/

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Jan 7

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Planning an event in 2026?

If you’re starting to think about venues for the year ahead, we can help simplify the search. The Artemis Collection brings together a diverse range of exclusive-use venues across the UK, and we act as your single point of contact to help you find the one that’s right for your event.

Whether you’re planning a conference, product launch, awards evening, team away day or a standout seasonal party, our team takes the time to understand what you’re trying to achieve and matches you with a venue that truly fits - from location and layout to atmosphere and capacity.

Once you’ve found the right space, our in-house chefs and bar teams work closely with you to create a food and drink experience that complements your event, from relaxed sharing menus to refined dining and bespoke concepts.

From first enquiry to final farewell, we’re here to make planning feel straightforward and delivery seamless. Let’s find the right venue together. Contact nadine@weareartemis.co.uk or visit https://weareartemis.co.uk/events/ to find out more.