Weddings That Breathe
We’re delighted to announce that Touchays is now a recommended wedding caterer at the extraordinary Elmley Nature Reserve in Sheerness.
Set across 3,300 acres of untamed, rewilded land, Elmley is the only National Nature Reserve in the UK where you can legally marry, and it’s so much more than a venue. It’s a wedding destination designed to slow you down, stir the senses, and celebrate love in harmony with nature.
Imagine this:
– On your first night, enjoy a walk on the private beach
– Canapés served as hares dart through wildflower meadows
– Delicious food served inside or out on rustic tables styled to create wow moments
– A firepit first dance beneath a blanket of stars, followed by rustic evening picky food
– Bubbles and birdsong the morning after, with no rush to say goodbye.
Elmley weddings unfold over three days, allowing you to fully immerse in your weekday or wedding celebration. No rigid schedules. No hard finishes. Just the freedom to be present, let nature set the pace, and enjoy every bite, moment, and memory.
A Feast That Feels Like Kent
At Touchays, we believe that food should feel like it belongs, belongs to the season, belongs to the setting, and is your food story. Our menus are designed to reflect the flavours of Kent, with ingredients sourced from local growers, producers, and artisans.
From slow-cooked meats and crisp seasonal vegetables to artisan breads, whipped butters, and pickled garnishes, every menu is a celebration of freshness and feeling.
Whether you’re dreaming of:
– Abundant grazing stations layered with charcuterie, artisan cheeses, chutneys and vibrant garden-fresh crudités
– Canapés crafted like tiny works of art — perfect for meadow-side mingling
– Elevated bar bites (our “bigger-style canapés”) designed to delight between sips
– Hand-carved Parma Ham served with Spanish flair
– Rustic grazing and feasting moments that feel generous and welcoming
– Fire-cooked suppers or refined plated dining in the characterful Kingshill Barn
– Or flavour-packed sharing boards passed family-style with flowing wine and warm conversation
Touchays shape each element with creativity, seasonality and heart, because food is not just part of the day; it’s part of the memory, and we’ll tailor everything to your tastes and the style of your day.
We’re also award-winning in dietary inclusivity, so whether it’s plant-based, gluten-free, or allergy-sensitive, no guest is left ou,t and every plate feels generous.
Styling Your Feast
Just as important as what’s on the plate is how your food is presented, and we’re here to help you elevate every element of your celebration.
Think:
– Hydration stations with infused water jars, pressed juices, and botanical garnishes
– Canapé trays styled to mirror your colour palette and theme
– Beautifully styled tablescapes with natural linens, flickering candlelight, and wild florals
– Handwritten menus, sprigs of herbs, and personalised place settings
– Rustic bread baskets
– Delicious dessert tables adorned with floral details
– Chic cocktail stations with glassware that catches the golden hour.
Every visual element is designed to flow seamlessly with Elmley’s natural setting, adding atmosphere without distraction. We’ll work with you to style your event and recommend trusted local creatives who share our vision for low-impact luxury to provide your glassware, linens, etc
Why This Partnership Works
Together, Touchays and Elmley offer:
– Weddings immersed in nature
– Menus that are seasonal, personal and packed with flavour
– Beautiful drinks and cocktail pairings
– Sustainable, low-waste practices
– Creative styling with substance and soul
– Warm, personal, award-winning service from start to finish
This isn’t just food. It’s part of memory-making. Part of the magic. Because at Touchays, we understand you want the love to be just as present around the table as it is at the aisle.
Where plates are shared, conversations unfold, and every guest is truly looked after — not simply served. Where flavour meets thoughtfulness, and the care in every dish holds the same intention as the vows you speak.
Come Feast in the Wild
Whether you’re dreaming of:
– A welcome party in the meadow with wood-fired bites and sparkling cocktails
– A ceremony framed by nature, barefoot and blissed out
– Or a three-day celebration full of wild feasting, fresh air, and relaxed elegance
…Elmley and Touchays are your perfect partners.
If you’re looking for a wedding that slows the pace, stirs the senses, and embraces the extraordinary, welcome to Elmley. And if you want food and styling that matches that magic, welcome to Touchays.
Elmley Nature Reserve
Kingshill Farm, Elmley, Minster on Sea, Sheerness, ME12 3RW
– Friday–Sunday or Wednesday–Friday weddings
– Menus tailored to your tastes, the season, and the setting
Taste the wild. Eat beautifully. Celebrate in nature.
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