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Anybody that knows Kathy Murdoch know that her driving force is to make the area in which we live better for everyone involved. That means making North Devon a more attractive prospect to young people, generating jobs and bringing wealth into our area, as well as helping our guests to get married in their own unique way. What’s changed? Traditionally, wedding licensing legislation meant that people could only get married in a fully....

Known as “Twosday”, Tuesday 22.02.2022 was noted by most people around the world, but none more so than one very lovely twosome, Poppy and Chris, who tied the knot on this special day. The couple first got in touch with Ocean Kave in December 2021 with plans of eloping with their two sons, Vinny and Romeo. It was clear that while they had specific plans for their special day, they didn’t want the stress or time traditionally associated with wedding planning, which ....

Wednesday 8th September was a very special day at Ocean Kave as Lauren and Steve chose to celebrate their wedding vows in a very personalised and romantic celebration.  Although we offer Elopement and Micro Wedding packages at Ocean Kave, we are always open to tailoring our offering to let the couples have  a bespoke experience, this was certainly the case with Lauren and Steve. Lauren and Steve fell in love with Ocean Kave from the moment they viewed it online. The couple....

We are very fortunate at Ocean Kave to have built up quite a list of fabulous local suppliers over the years, one of our favourites is local Devon based family business Vintage Camper Booths.  Owned and operated by the lovely Naomi, they can help you choose the best VW Campervan to suit your wedding.  The vans are all very different and each one can bring its own Va Va Vroom to your wedding!  We were lucky to have the fabulous “Lottie” van make a....

When you think of a destination wedding, you think of minimum three days of celebrations, stunning backdrops, a fun, communal holiday vibe and many, many laughs. People may think that you must fly to tropical climates for a perfect destination wedding, but in the case of Shaunna and Emma, a short flight from Newcastle to Bristol was sufficient for the day of their dreams. Destination micro weddings really do offer the best of both worlds: the intimacy of having just a select few fam....

For couples who are not sure whether they want a simple elopement or a big white wedding, the micro-wedding could just be the perfect compromise. With all of the detail and magic of a larger gathering as well as the tailored, personal simplicity of eloping, the micro wedding really does offer the best of both worlds.  Despite having enjoyed many magical holidays in Devon, first as a couple, and then as a family with a young daughter, it didn’t occur to Hayley and Scott to....

Every couple is different and at Ocean Kave we pride ourselves in ensuring that each wedding is as unique as our couples. Over the years we have realised that it is the smaller, more personal occasions that are packed with emotion, joy and – most of all- love. We adore a micro wedding but there is something truly special about a wedding for two. An elopement has no agenda, politics or stresses; it is about two people who love each other, trust ea....

Sunday 25th July 2021 was the day that Gemma and Rob tied the knot at Ocean Kave in the presence of their loved ones in a beautiful summer outdoor wedding.   This was the perfect British Summer wedding, and we were so pleased that they had chosen our venue to be the backdrop for the couple’s special day. The pandemic has made weddings so uncertain for many couples which is why 8 months before their wedding day, Gemma and Rob decided that they w....

At Ocean Kave, we do our best to make our couples’ wedding dreams come true, no matter how impossible those dreams may seem. So, when Sarah and Michael told us of their vision to include their much-loved Smart car as part of the wedding celebrations, we jumped at the chance to make this happen. The beauty of an Elopement wedding is that the day can be designed entirely on the couple’s terms.  Apart from saying your vows at the legally sanctioned time, everything e....

Organising a wedding during a global pandemic is never going to be easy, when Gemma and Liam contacted Ocean Kave at the end of 2020 the country was still in lockdown and the couple took a leap of faith booking a venue, they had never seen for a wedding that they did not know could even go ahead due to Government Guidelines – sometimes these things are meant to happen for a reason.  As always, our team were on hand to support the couple not just on the day itself, in the ....

When you dream of a Devon coastal wedding, does your dream wedding feature your furry friend? If your wedding day just won’t be the same without your dog or horse, then we have the answer to your wedding dreams! At North Devon’s multi award winning wedding venue, Ocean Kave, we do our best to accommodate all of your most important guests –as a former working stud farm, we even have stables on site and secure paddocks.   Aside from their sons and their pas....

We know that 2020 was not the best year for people hoping to be wed. For many couples, years’ worth of planning and saving have culminated in disappointment, postponement, and many tears. However, it doesn’t have to be that way! While, of course, full restrictions have to be adhered to, if Boris says “yes”, then so do we! As a small, family-run business in Devon, we have been able to accommodate the changing regulations surrounding gathering sizes, socia....

When Sarah and Gareth first visited Devon’s unique coastal wedding venue, Ocean Kave, in January 2020, they were planning a small, intimate wedding. Little did they know that 2020 had plans to make their wedding even smaller than they had initially planned!  The couple were focussed that they wanted to get married by the Ocean in North Devon, they had visited a few other Devon wedding venues and fell head over heels in love with Ocean Kave. Despite the challenges that thi....

Organising a micro wedding during a global pandemic is never going to be easy, but our wedding planners are continuing to do everything possible to ensure that couples have the day of their dreams, regardless.  Rocio and Jose had a simple dream: to get married by the sea with their dog, the beautiful Akita dog Luna, by their side. And of course, at Ocean Kave, our couple’s wish is our command! The wedding was planned for 31st October, no guarantee for....

Hayley & Mike Say “I Doodle” with their Four-legged Witnesses Among the uncertainty and stress that 2020 has brought to people across the globe we have felt especially sorry for people whose wedding plans have been ever-changing. With rules and restrictions changing constantly, it has been a challenge for us to keep balance what we must do by law, and what we want to do to make our couples’ days as special and memorable as possible.....

Love And Romance Don’t Stop For Covid As a bespoke wedding venue, the events of the last six months have been heart breaking for us. We have listened, often in tears, as our couples have shared their own tears, fears and frustrations before making the difficult decision to cancel or postpone the day that they have been dreaming of for years.  Not so for this fantastic couple from Berkshire. The lovely Leah and Wayne were determined that Covid wo....

Every couple is different. Some fantasise about a big wedding day with all of the trimmings. For some, friends and family are an intrinsic part of the day, and a wedding wouldn’t be a wedding without a big party. But for some, the wedding day is just about the couple; love is all that matters and a party for two is all that they need. South African-born Sam and Ryan are one such couple and when they were looking for a magical location that reminded them of their roots and which gave as ....

With the world on lockdown, it is heart breaking seeing the wedding venue empty on days that we know should be filled with laughter and celebration. Our hearts bleed when we think of our disappointed couples who have had to postpone the day of their dreams.  For couples that have had to postpone their 2020 wedding day, considering a midweek wedding could mean the difference between getting married this year, or next. However, the legacy of the weekend wedding remains, alth....

Just like parents, wedding planners don’t have favourites. But if we did, Catherine and Tim would definitely be one of them! From the outset, we knew that this was going to be a special day. The couple had a good idea of what they wanted but were happy to be guided by our experience of local suppliers who could help them to achieve their vision. As a result, the entire wedding weekend went smoothly, whizzing by in a bubble of fun, frolics and romance. No strangers to fun, Cath....

17.04.20 - Coronavirus update Last night the UK Government announced that is extending the lockdown rules for another 3 weeks, this means we will continue to remain closed until at least 21st May 2020.  As there is still limited knowledge as to when the crisis surrounding COVID-19 will end, this date is liable to change. As always, the safety and wellbeing of our staff, guests & local community in Westward Ho! and Bideford are at the for....

Engaged? Congratulations! Welcome to the fabulous rollercoaster ride that is planning your wedding.  It may feel like you have thousands of things to consider, but don’t panic while there is a lot to plan and prepare, you don’t have to make every decision at once. Our wedding coordinators have met couples who have been planning their wedding day for years, or some who just stumbled across Ocean Kave, and everything else just fell into place.  In order to m....

Tweed, lace, roses and sunshine epitomise the classic English Country destination wedding. And for classic English rose, Charlotte, her wedding dreams came true. The September sunshine shone brightly, and every element of the day was filled with good, old-fashioned fun.  With the couple coming from Surrey, they decided to make a weekend of their wedding, and arranged for guests to enjoy pre-drinks in the Barn while the bridal party prepared for the big day ahead. Charlotte and ....

When you dream of a summer wedding, you dream of azure skies, flaming sunsets and guests in floating florals. While, thanks to the whims of the Great British Summer, those idyllic summer days can’t always be relied upon, when they do happen, we see wedding perfection at Ocean Kave.  Adam and Teya’s midsummer nuptials were perfectly planned to represent the couple’s easy-going, summer-loving personalities. From the vintage camper van to the bespoke gin bar....

WBC Champ John Conteh MBE packs a punch at Ocean Kave The ethos of Ocean Kave is about celebrating the gift of Love. As an established award-winning wedding venue, we are lucky to be able to work with couples to help them create the best day of their lives, usually this is packed with love, fun, great company and cherished photography memories.  The venue is undoubtedly and awe-inspiring setting, that will evoke emotions in almost everyone who visits.  Eac....

Unique Perfection for Gemma And Meshaq Every wedding is unique because each couple brings with them their own style and personality. However, some of our couples go that little bit further with the special touches, and Gemma and Meshaq were one of those couples. Although we offer full styling services at Ocean Kave, Gemma and Meshaq had very clear ideas of how they wanted their wedding day to look. So, of course, we did our best to accommodate their needs and welcom....

Chloe & Jack Wedding Highlights Film - Ocean Kave Wedding Venue North Devon from Liberty Pearl Photo & Film on Vimeo. There are boho weddings, and there are boho weddings. And Chloe and Jack&rsquo....

At Ocean Kave, we do our best to make our couples’ wedding dreams come true, no matter how impossible those dreams may seem. So, when Zoey and Chris desperately wanted to get married on August 14th, we didn’t let a silly little thing like the wedding venue already being booked ruin their plans.  As any former guest will know, Ocean Kave is only available for exclusive hire; the only uninvited guests will be of the four-legged or winged variety. So, of cou....

The views from Ocean Kave never fail to astound, and as we approached the wedding venue on Saturday 15thof June, we were left in no doubt that it was going to be a spectacular day. When we first met James and Toby, they told us that their dream was to be married on the cliff top in the ultimate Destination Wedding; clear skies, the undulating ocean, with seagulls soaring overhead and a gentle sea breeze. And, of course, while our team were willing to do everything in thei....

On January 15th this year, we got a call from Ceri and Ben. They weren’t entirely sure what they wanted but they knew that they wanted to get married, so decided to do it the old-fashioned way: to elope to the coast in secret, with just their children and parents, on May 7th. With less than four months to plan the couple wanted something that was beautiful in its simplicity; something that matched them, and which would be about them and their little ....

Charlie and Simon adore horses. So, of course, it makes sense that Westward Living is one of their favourite holiday destinations. The couple have been coming to stay at Westward Living for years and the team at Westward Living love welcoming them back year on year; they have even attended the races as our guests to watch one of our horses compete.  When planning their wedding, it made sense to Simon and Charlie to share their favourite place with their favourite people as they....

Precisely one year and 1 day after the Royal Wedding, Kate and Ned said “I do” at Ocean Kave. Having witnessed so many weddings it still amazes us that each Ocean Kave wedding is so utterly unique, and this day was no exception. Following some mixed weather predictions, we were all delighted to awake on the morning of 18thMay to sunshine.  The day looked set for a perfect coastal wedding, and we knew that our laid-back bride and groom would have a da....

When you dream of an autumn wedding, you imagine russet leaves, crisp blue skies and glorious sunshine, and that is just what Charlene and James got for their wedding in October 2018. The pair dreamt of an outside wedding overlooking the sea; an optimistic dream at any time of year, but with the Ocean Kave itself as a back-up venue, we made plans for an outside wedding and hoped for the best!  The couple booked our honeymoon cottage, Royal Celerity, for the duration of the week....

Although every couple is unique, as wedding planners, there aren’t many things that we haven’t seen, heard or been asked. Your wedding day is about two people getting married, but often the people around you in your life can complicate the situation and make it hard for you to focus on what you want. Before you know it, a small niggle can end up dictating your whole day.  The great thing about having a wedding planning team is that you have someone completely i....

Your Wedding Day In Coastal Photos When people are asked what stands out most about Ocean Kave, they often struggle to pick just one thing. Is it the exclusive use of the venue, meaning that the only gate crashers are the local wildlife? Or could it be the incredible, personalised service that makes every wedding truly unique? We are a little bit biased, but we think that our biggest asset is the thing that is impossible to recreate anywhe....

It was a perfect summers day in August when Becky and Tom tied the knot in front of their loved ones in a candle lit ceremony at Ocean Kave. Having a love of the country and seaside, both wanted to start their journey together with the sweet scent of the sea in the air. They wanted a relaxed atmosphere with formal element; when we first met the couple, they both fell in love with the location and we were delighted to be given the opportunity to help create their ideal day at Ocean K....

Westward Ho! based wedding venue, Ocean Kave, returned from The Wedding Industry Award South West regional finals victorious for the second year running.  Held at Rockbeare Manor in Exeter on 21stNovember, the TWIA South West Regional Event was a celebration of the leading providers of wedding services in the region.  Now in its sixth year, The Wedding Industry Awards are the brainchild of Damian and Anna Bailey, who applied their passion for wedding servic....

Ocean Kave is one of the most sought after wedding venues in the South West, couples often book many years in advance to secure thier special date.  Due to a cancellation, we have a prime September Saturday become available, Saturday 28th September 2019 is available for a fabulous coastal wedding please contact us for more information on ....

Here at Ocean Kave, we have hosted some spectacular ceremonies in our award winning unique and slightly quirky wedding venue.  We find couples are inspired by the unique location of our venue all year round. With panoramic views over the Atlantic and a romantic cliff top setting, The Kave is perfect for winter celebrations. Even in stormy weather, the ocean looks majestic from the comfort of our exclusive reception venue, the Sunset Rooms.&n....

Saturday 15thJuly 2018 was one of the most important dates in the year, not because it was the world cup final date but more importantly because Kirstie and Emlyn chose this date for their sensational wedding day at Ocean Kave. When the couple booked their wedding day back in September 2017 nobody had any  idea that Southgate’s boys were going to do so well in the  2018 World Cup. As the s....

We loved welcoming Karly and Sam to Ocean Kave to celebrate their truly beautiful wedding.  From the moment we first spoke to Karly we knew that this wedding was going to be totally fabulous!  The couple had a clear vision for a beautiful coastal outdoor wedding and up to the day we planned for such.  However one of the great things about Ocean Kave is that the venue is fully equipped to relocate a wedding ceremony at short notice if needed. The weather....

Our "Elope To The Coast" wedding package has been created for couples who truly want to get away from it all and celebrate their love together on their terms. The ambience and lighting inside the Kave makes us a fabulous choice for a romantic and magical elopement or runaway wedding.  Alternatively, you may choose to take your vows outside in our rustic gazebo with the beautiful backdrop of the Atl....

Ocean Kave’s Royal Wedding Saturday 19th May 2018 We were so delighted that Mark and Rich chose Ocean Kave as the venue for their wedding, the couple both have successful careers in hospitality and felt passionate about choosing a venue which reflected their personal style and attention to detail. Shortly after the couple had confirmed the date with Ocean Kave, another well known couple announced that they too had chosen May 19th 2018....

Friday 8thJune was a great night for local wedding venue Ocean Kave and much loved charity Honeys Bravery Bags.  Ocean Kave shared its 5thbirthday with World Ocean Day and an extravagant gala ball was hosted that evening for Honeys Bravery Bags.  The ball raised in excess of £7k for this much loved local charity.     Kathy Murdoch Managing Director of Ocean Kave said, “We are so delighted to been able to ....

Ocean Kave Proud to Sponsor South West Tourism Awards We are very proud to be official sponsors of the South West Tourism Awards ‘Venue and Business Tourism’ category. The awards are the pinnacle of excellence in the industry and we are delighted to be involved. Entering and winning at the awards brings a whole range of benefits. It enables a business to stand out from the crowd, boosts morale, helps....

We were honoured to be chosen as the venue for this fabulous styled wedding shoot.  All the suppliers in this shoot are on our Ocean Kave recommended  supplier list which is available to all couples getting married with us. We loved how the flower wall gave a new dimension to the Kave, this is a great prop and can also be used outside in the View Gazebo for outdoor wed....

A candlelit aisle, cosy wood-burning stove and the dramatic scenery of North Devon's rugged coast make Ocean Kave the perfect venue for winter weddings.  In recent years, winter weddings have become increasingly popular. Whether it's the idea of exchanging vows by candlelight or the endless opportunities for unique winter decor, a growing number of couples are opting for winter celebrations. Here at Ocean Kav....

When looking for a venue, we started early and initially were focusing on hotels and venues close to our home, at the time in Cullompton, Devon. I decided to go to a wedding fair in Bideford with one of my bridesmaids and Ocean Kave were there and I thought the venue looked stunning. I took a brochure home to show Matt and he was interested straight away. We decided to go and check it out and we booked it less than a week later. We didn’....

Even the gales of Storm Brian couldn’t put a dampener on Molly and Darren’s beautiful Ocean Kave coastal wedding. We were delighted to welcome Molly and Darren to Ocean Kave for a private viewing of Ocean, we knew that bride to be Molly was well known professional in the South West wedding industry so we were absolutely over the moon to have been chosen as her venue for the Big Day in October 2017. The couple chose to have our beautiful circle of love style seating ....

A North Devon wedding venue and luxury self-catering accommodation provider have won three awards in two days.  Ocean Kave wedding venue and Westward Living luxury self-catering holiday cottages  in Westward Ho! are celebrating after picking up two Golds at the Devon Tourism Awards, and Regional Winner for best countryside wedding venue in prestigious The Wedding Industry Awards.  The haul began in ....

On Thursday 10th August 2017, Ocean Kave was the backdrop for Emma and Amy’s truly unique and utterly fabulous wedding. When we first met the couple 12 months before, we knew that their wedding was going to be special. It was clear from our first meeting that Amy and Emma had plenty of creative vision and that the key to making this wedding a success was going to be the attention to detail and quirky personal touches. What was so beautiful about their wedding ....

The team at Ocean Kave are celebrating being shortlisted as the only North Devon wedding venue to reach the final of the 2018 TWIA Regional Awards in the Best Countryside Wedding venue category. This prestigious event will be hosted in Wiltshire on Wednesday 22nd November.  The TWIA South West Regional Awards event is a celebration of the very best of the wedding industry in the South West, the stringent judging process is based on votes and feedback from couples who h....

It was an absolute joy to work with Nicky and Nick, they chose a mid-week date in August for their beautiful Ocean Kave summer wedding.   We met the couple at a wedding fair the previous year and have worked with them via Skype, phone and email with most of the wedding planning. Most of the couples wedding guests arrived with us on the Monday ready to enjoy the build-up to the big day, the bride and her entourage could put their personal finishing touches the venue the day b....

We were delighted to be chosen by Turnstyle Designs as the venue to host their special 25th Anniversary celebrations.  The company were celebrating this fabulous milestone in their journey and wanted to create a special event for their team in recognition for this wonderful achievement.  Working with our corporate events team the company could make decisions on their menu and how they wanted the evening to run, we advised on styling ideas and together Ocean Kave and Turnstyl....

Hidden on a towering cliff above a glorious stretch of sand, our unique venue is made for beach inspired weddings. At Ocean Kave, you can say your vows to the sound of the waves, while the Atlantic shimmers behind you. Not only are we a short distance from Westward Ho! Beach, but we’re also totally secluded, so you can tie the knot by the sea, surrounded by your family and friends. We have private access to a secluded coastal spot which is perfect for rugged romantic photos if you would....

With its shimmering sea, golden sand and inspiring light, it’s easy to see why the North Devon coast is an increasingly popular choice for couples who want their wedding to be truly unique. Breathtaking ocean views and a secluded clifftop setting make Ocean Kave a quirky wedding venue like no other, and however unusual your plans are, we’re here to make them happen. Here are a few reasons to choose Westward Ho! for your special day. Views At Ocean ....

We all know that sometimes larger weddings can be complicated; if you have made the decision to celebrate your marriage or vow renewal away from it all in an intimate style, let us help you create the most memorable and special day possible at Ocean Kave. Ocean Kave is just as beautiful in the winter months with a romantic candle lit wedding as it is in the glorious British summer time! Ocean Kave is “officially” a wedding venue like no other. Set in 60 acres of pr....

It’s that time of year again where we are lucky enough to travel far and wide meeting new couples who are considering an exclusive, unique and slightly quirky wedding venue for their special day. We had the pleasure of meeting couples at the Big North Devon Wedding Show in late September, this is popular show in North Devon and attracts wedding industry suppliers from all over North Devon including Westward Ho! Bideford, Braunton, Barnstaple, Bude and Ilfracombe. In late....

Adorned with crisp Autumn leaves and beautiful homemade candles, Ocean Kave and the Sunset Rooms brought nature indoors for Eme and Terel's wedding. The dramatic scenery of the sweeping coast and rolling hills made Ocean Kave the perfect location for this romantic, down-to-earth ceremony. We love helping couples achieve their dream wedding and this beautiful pair wanted to embrace the colours and cosiness of autumn and winter. When guests arrived, they were treated to bespoke ....

We first met Jenny and her Mum Jan at the National Wedding Show in Birmingham, they were on their way out and got a glimpse of our stand and stopped for a chat and to find out more. It was obvious from that point that Ocean Kave was going to be the perfect venue for this truly romantic and personal weekend wedding celebrations. After all the wedding guests had checked in to their properties within grounds at Ocean Kave, we helped the bride settle in to her cottage, our prestig....

Surreal, magnificent and breathtakingly romantic, Michelle and Marc's wedding was truly memorable. The theme? A Midsummer Night's Dream.   We feel totally blessed to be a part of every wedding we host here at Ocean Kave. But there was something special about Michelle and Marc. Their creative vision for the ceremony, combined with their exceptional attention to detail, was remarkable. The wedding took place in June, with the dramatic backdrop of the Atlantic providing the ideal se....

In a fabulous white party style charity event Ocean Kave is now well known in the South West as an award winning wedding venue, word is now out that we also offer a fantastic venue and facilities for corporate and charity events. We were delighted to have been approached by Mr. and Mrs. Sparrey to assist with their summer fund raising event in aid of the Bideford Christmas lights.  The turning on of the Christmas lights in Bideford is a high profile event for the town, it....