Heartfelt Wedding and Party Planning Throughout the UK & Overseas Weddings in the Caribbean
Unforgettable celebrations delivered beyond expectation
Welcome!
I’m Val Mattinson, Founder and Creative Director at Benessamy, a multi-award-winning wedding and party planning company. Founded in 2011, we plan luxurious, personalised, heartfelt weddings and events throughout the UK and overseas in the Caribbean.
At Benessamy, providing a luxury service means going above and beyond to exceed your expectations in every way. I want you to feel special and I believe going the extra mile is what truly sets us apart.
Whether you dream of exchanging vows in a beautiful historic building, beneath the canopy of a luxurious marquee or on the soft, sandy shores of a stunning Caribbean island, I can’t wait to assist and support you every step of the way.
Wedding and Party Planning Services
We love planning beautiful weddings and fun-filled parties anywhere in the UK, especially at venues in and around Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Yorkshire, Northamptonshire, Warwickshire, and The Cotswolds. At Benessamy, we also specialise in overseas weddings in the Caribbean, benefiting from strong connections in St Lucia, Barbados, Jamaica, and Antigua & Barbuda.
Attentive, Considered Wedding Planning for Couples Who Want to Feel Completely Looked After
Known for our efficiency, organisation and attention to detail, our comprehensive wedding planning service is ideal if you want to begin your marriage with a sophisticated, heartfelt celebration.
Award-Winning Wedding Planning for Sun-Seeking Couples Dreaming of a Heartfelt Celebration in the Caribbean
Organising luxurious weddings throughout the Caribbean and around the world, our overseas wedding planning service ensures getting married abroad is an exciting, stress-free adventure.
Parties and Events
We’re passionate about planning exciting, bespoke events and once-in-a-lifetime celebrations. Birthdays, engagements, anniversaries, award ceremonies and charity balls – any excuse for a party!
Wedding Venue Consultancy
Drawing on years of experience within the weddings and private events industry, we help new and existing venues refine their vision and reach their full potential.
Book a Complimentary Consultation
The Benessamy experience begins with a complimentary consultation. It’s an ideal opportunity for us to meet via video call and discuss the finer details of your wedding or event.
Our services are completely bespoke and priced according to the scale and size of the occasion. Once we understand the support you need, we’ll prepare a detailed proposal, outlining what we’ve discussed and explaining exactly how we can help.
Latest News...
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If you’re planning a destination wedding, you may be thinking about hiring local wedding vendors (i.e. vendors who are local to your chosen venue). Although I work internationally myself, I can recognise there are certain advantages to hiring people based locally. However, there are a few key questions you should ask before booking local vendors for your destination wedding.
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Why a Symbolic Ceremony Might Make Sense for Your Caribbean Destination Wedding
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