Reviews

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Queen Bee Bridal! From start to finish, the experience was absolutely amazing. I originally found my wedding dress here, and more recently returned for my bridesmaids’ dresses, and both experiences were just as incredible as the first.

Anna was truly exceptional. She took her time, listened carefully to what we were looking for, and made sure we tried a wide variety of styles so we could really explore all our options. At no point did we feel rushed or pressured, instead, the entire appointment felt relaxed, thoughtful, and genuinely enjoyable.

Anna’s expertise, patience, and warm personality made the whole process such a pleasure. She made us feel comfortable, confident, and excited, which is exactly how wedding dress shopping should feel. The selection was beautiful, the service was personal, and the overall experience was unforgettable.

I would recommend Queen Bee Bridal to anyone looking for their wedding dress or bridesmaids’ dresses. If you want a place where you feel cared for and truly listened to, this is it. Thank you, Anna and Kate, for making such a special part of the wedding journey so memorable!
Natalie S

I had the most amazing experience choosing my wedding dress with Queen Bee Bridal. I enquired online to book an appointment & Kate contacted me to discuss my budget and options. There was clear communication and information about what to expect on the day. Upon arrival, I was greeted my Anna who was so friendly and put me at ease. She was very knowledgeable and helped me choose the dress of my dreams. I can’t wait to collect it!
Hannah S

From the moment I booked an appointment at Queen Bee Bridal, Kate went above and beyond. It was the first place I visited and I was so impressed when I arrived. The location is lovely and the barn is simply stunning. I arrived with very little idea what type of dress I wanted and Kate was very patient and informative. I tried on a lot of dresses as there was SO much choice and it was so helpful that Kate knew so much about each dress. Not only was I treated wonderfully when I visited, my family were made to feel so welcome too, making the whole experience extra special and we had many laughs. I felt many emotions whilst picking my dress and Kate supported me through every one (even putting the fan on for me when I finally said yes!!) I am so happy with my dress and I cannot speak highly enough of Queen Bee Bridal; the Barn itself, Kate and all the amazing dresses and accessories inside.
Every bride should visit!
Katie G

Queen Bee Bridal is full of timeless elegance, we were blown away by the sheer beauty of the boutique. The dresses are plentiful; I was overwhelmed with the amount of beautiful choices. Kate made me & my guests feel so special & let me try on as many dresses as I required. I found my absolute dream dress, its more perfect than I could have imagined!! It is a day we will remember forever…. A brilliant start to our wedding journey. I will never stop recommending Queen Bee Bridal- if you are a bride to be, you need to visit!! Thank you so so so much Kate xx
Natalie Archer

I loved visiting Queen Bee and found my dream dress! Kate was amazing and so knowledgeable about weddings and wedding dresses so gave me great tips and information! It’s clear that she knows each dress in the shop so well as she could find ones that matched what I was looking for easily. The whole shop is so beautifully decorated that it really adds to the experience. Thank you so much for a lovely morning and I can’t wait to pick up my dress in a few months!
Sara W-G

The experience at Queen Bee Bridal was glorious from start to finish. I was made to feel very comfortable as soon as I walked through the door. The show room was beautiful, cosy and the choice of dresses was amazing. I never felt pressured or rushed and I came away with the perfect dress. Thank you so much for making me feel special and helping me find the dress of dreams!
Laura H

I couldn’t recommend Queen Bee Bridal enough. Kate was amazing. It was the first bridal shop I had been too and I was not expecting to find ‘the one’ but I did!! Queen Bee Bridal is in a beautiful location and what Kate has done with the place is stunning. There was so many dresses to choose from and I tried on so many dresses. Kate made me, my mum and sister feel totally at ease and we had such a fun experience. I’ve been telling all the brides I’ve met to go to Queen Bee Bridal. Thank you so much Kate!
Olivia Langford-Thomas

What a fantastic experience at Queen Bee Bridal from start to finish. The warmest of welcomes from the lovely Kate, who put me at ease immediately with her wonderful stories and great sense of humour. It’s an absolutely stunning rural setting, with a gorgeous and varied selection of dresses and accessories. I had plenty of time to consider all options and was given the right amount of guidance and help every step of the way. I arrived with no expectations and had no clue as to what I wanted but ended up walking away with my ideal dress! I cannot recommend Queen Bee Bridal enough; people should travel far and wide to visit this exceptional place.
Victoria Ward

I had such a positive experience with Queen Bee Bridal, Kate and Anna were both brilliant. I was quite apprehensive about dress shopping so I loved that during my private appointment I had the shop to myself and it all felt quite calm and not rushed/pressured
Anna was super helpful during the fitting, striking the balance between not giving too many of her own opinions and let me and my Mum/sister discuss each dress, but did pitch in and ask a few questions to help point us to think about things we maybe hadn’t considered. She was also very knowledgeable about how dresses could be altered and what was achievable (I ended up choosing one with thin spaghetti straps and had some sleeves added on by a seamstress)
Their communication was great after too, when organising pick up and ordering a veil later on, response to emails were always quick and friendly.
Highly recommend!
Philippa W

I had an amazing experience at Queen Bee Bridal.
I was really nervous about trying on wedding dresses but Kate made me feel so comfortable. She was really nice and very helpful. I also like that she was very respectful of my budget and didn`t try to make me spend more. She showed wedding dresses in my budget and I found my wedding dress. I bought it on the same day and I am very happy with it! They have a large selection of off peg dresses and they all look beautiful. I also like that they work by appointment. I had the whole shop for me and my friend, and we had so much fun. It was probably one of the best experiences I had.
The shop is also absolutely beautiful, it`s like a little treasure: I was amazed by the design, decorations, colours. I love the bee theme. I definitely recommend it, and I hope I can come back when my friends get married!
Laura

I cannot recommend Queen Bee Bridal more highly. Kate was amazing, very knowledgeable and informative, her attention to detail is second to none, and she’s just really friendly! She got my vision instantly and put me in the dress she knew would look great on me and I trusted her completely. The boutique itself is a pleasure to shop in, with a lovely collection of dresses. You get a very thoughtful gift bag when purchasing a dress, and all those details really make a difference to make you feel like you are in a high end boutique with Kate’s full attention. Aftercare was amazing too, nothing was a problem or too much trouble even after picking the dress up. Thank you to Kate for all the love and hard work that gets poured into the business, it really pays off!
Lauren F

I can’t thank Kate at Queen Bee enough, the whole experience was absolutely amazing!
From first meeting Kate, she made me feel so comfortable, along with my Mum and MOH we all loved the experience, each of us selecting dresses that we liked for me to try on. It turned out the first dress I tried was THE ONE! but, that didn’t stop Kate letting me try all the others on ‘just to be sure’.
We had so much fun, that my Mum and I went back on a separate occasion to buy my veil! Once again I was able to put on my beloved dress and try on many different veils to see which style I preferred!
I will be recommending Queen Bee to everyone I can and I can’t thank you enough for helping me find my dream dress!
Hayley H

Highly recommend! Queen Bee bridal is located in a beautifully secluded part of the countryside, and the interior design of the shop matches the beauty of the surroundings. It is a gorgeous building that has been designed and decorated in a very luxurious style, with plenty of space and natural light to fully get the most out of trying on dresses. Unsurprisingly, the quality and design of the dresses this store has to offer are just as gorgeous as the store they are sold in. When I purchased my dress from Queen Bee, I was looking at her end of line sale range, and was worried about how many I’d have to choose from in the style I wanted. I was pleasantly surprised by the quantity and range that was on offer and ended up trying on nearly 10-12 dresses. On top of all this the customer service was exceptional, all the personal touches and help offered, I really felt Kate cared about me finding the perfect dress. The cherry on top, is that she donates £10 of all sales to the Bumblebee Conservation trust, which I think is such a lovely touch for a worthwhile cause.
Holly Fuller

I had the most amazing experience at Queen Bee Bridal! From the moment Anna opened the door, she could tell I was nervous, but she made me feel so welcome and instantly put me at ease. The shop is absolutely gorgeous — every little detail makes it feel so special and personal.
I honestly can’t thank Anna enough for helping me find my dream dress! I’m so excited to wear it next year! Thank you so, so much Anna & Kate — you were both incredible, and I couldn’t have done it without you!
Jade P

Kate was absolutely fantastic at helping me to find my perfect dress. She gave me plenty of time to go through all of the wedding dresses and choose a selection to try on. Kate made me feel very comfortable and I didn’t feel any pressure to buy. Kate was very attentive and gave me some useful advice when I was struggling to choose between two dresses. She was able to advise on alterations that would be possible and gave a list of contacts for alterations, as well as a goodie bag. I am so happy with the Lilian West dress I bought, it’s beautiful. Thank you so much Kate.
Joanna H

Kate was the most fantastic consultant I could ever ask for. Having got myself in a muddle over another boutique’s (new) dress Kate went ABOVE AND BEYOND for me! She was so comforting and made myself and my guests feel so relaxed so we could really enjoy the experience after a stressful day! I found the perfect dress with Queen Bee bridal because of her positivity and knowledge!
Thank you so much Kate, I really cannot say it enough!!!! I cannot wait for a friend to get engaged next so we can rush straight back over to you!!
Jennifer Bawden

This is a very special shop. Kate makes the whole experience of choosing your wedding dress enjoyable and personalised. She made me feel welcome, at ease, confident, and…like a queen really! Kate has fantastic style and was always on hand with advice, accessories and suggestions to make my dress work for me. The dress I chose was actually one Kate suggested, based on how I felt about the other dresses I tried on. Already looking forward to going back to Queen Bee Bridal for the final accessories before my wedding day.
Jennifer Kidd

We could not have had a better experience shopping for my wedding dress! Kate explained the process really clearly and was super helpful for the whole of the appointment – I could try on as many dresses as I wanted and go back to them as many times as I needed. We never felt rushed into making a decision or anything and I felt like I was making a really well-informed decision. It’s such a cosy, welcoming atmosphere at Queen Bee that you really do feel comfortable. So many bridal shops can feel a little impersonal and this was quite the opposite – to be able to try on dresses in a cozy little boutique in the gorgeous countryside was an experience I won’t forget! The choice of dresses is fabulous and I was able to find my dream dress. I would gladly recommend Kate and Queen Bee to any bride looking for their perfect dress.
Emma Harpin

I had a wonderful experience finding my wedding dress at Queen Bee Bridal. The shop is stunning and both Kate and Anna are incredibly warm and welcoming.
I had my appointment with Kate, who gave me freedom to explore the shop and select dresses to try on. She was super helpful and encouraged me not to overthink the process and focus on which dress made me feel the best. I felt very at ease and was delighted to find my gown!
In my appointment and on collection day, Kate and Anna made me and my mum feel at home in their beautiful shop and also offered great advice about accessories and travelling overseas with a dress.
I am very grateful to have found my dress and I cannot wait to wear it! I would highly recommend Queen Bee Bridal.
Christi dT

I would highly recommend Queen Bee Bridal! They have created an amazing experience from the minute you enter the building.
Anna was fabulous during my appt, and really gave me the time and space to enjoy trying on each dress which ultimately ended in me choosing my perfect wedding dress!
They hold an amazing variety of dresses which can cater to any taste.
Thank you Anna and Kate.
Susannah B

This was my first time wedding dress shopping and I absolutely loved it, Katie made myself and my dad feel so welcome when we first arrived. The shop itself is beautiful and lovely set out. I really enjoyed trying on the selection of dress queen bee held in the shop and I was lucky to walk away with my dream dress. Not only did I enjoy my time here but my dad did as well, I think he was having alot of fun picking out different accessories and veils the shop had as well.
I’d definitely recommend future Brides to go find the dress with Katie, she was such a lovely host and a really nice shop. x
Vicki Beer

I had a brilliant experience with Kate at Queen Bee Bridal and came away with the perfect dress. Kate was very warm and welcoming and put me completely at ease. She has an amazing selection of dresses and encouraged me to try lots of different styles. She gave me plenty of time to make my final decision when I was torn between a couple of dresses. It is also great to see how Kate is taking steps to ensure Queen Bee is a responsible business from a sustainability perspective. I would definitely recommend a visit for any future brides.
Rachel Stone

Kate made my experience a fantastic one. She takes the time to listen to your thoughts, she want to know how the dresses that she refers to as ‘she’ makes you feel. She’s incredibly friendly, warm and made it even better than I imagined. Thank you so much Kate
Abbey Towsey

After an experience earlier in the day at a different boutique which left me feeling a little underwhelmed and frankly upset, Kate at Queen Bee Bridal was able to turn my day and whole wedding dress shopping experience completely around! She made me feel so comfortable, welcomed and emphasised the excitement on what should be a huge day for any bride! I found my perfect dress with Kate, though I almost wish I hadn’t just so I could go and experience it all again! I also got my accessories and shoes, which were all extremely reasonably priced and I left an extremely happy bride to be! Thank you Kate!!
Jennifer Baulk

I just had to leave a review as I had such a wonderful time at Queen Bee Bridal! Kate was just so welcoming and made me feel at ease. The boutique is gorgeous and in such a beautiful setting. Having the place to ourselves made the experience extra special and allowed us to relax. Kate was so knowledgable and helped me find the perfect dress despite my indecisiveness!
Highly recommend to all brides looking for a personal, relaxed and special experience.

Had such a lovely time at Queen Bee. This was the first shop I visited and found my dress! The shop itself is set out beautifully in an old barn, you feel right at home. Kate really knows her stuff and was beyond helpful, she took so much time talking through my options and explained everything in such detail. Could not recommended Queen Bee more.
Nicole Feek

The experience and service at Queen Bee Bridal is as good as you can get. Plenty of choice, beautiful surroundings and interior and to top it off, a quality cup of tea! Kate is the cherry on top. She is patient, understanding and has THE best ideas on how to improve the already stunning dresses. She makes you feel at ease instantly and allows you to take your time and change your mind if you need to. She understood the assignment 😉 Thank you again Kate for helping me find ‘the one’ (sparkles and all)! xxx
Saffron Hewitt

Absolutley wonderful, Kate was lovely right from the start, welcoming, professional and knowledgeable. she helped my daughter relax straight away and actually enjoy the whole experience. My daughter found the perfect dress and looks beautiful in it. Thank you again so much Kate .
Ann Middleton

Kate at Queen Bee is absolutely amazing. I was booked in for a sale appointment as I was shopping on a budget but in no way did Kate make my experience feel any less and she told me if there were other dresses I could of course try them!
The boutique and location is beautiful and I felt so special just by being there, I am so happy I became a Queen Bee Bride x
Lisa Bentley

Kate was amazing, she helped me to find my perfect dress. Kate was so knowledgeable and showed me things I would never of thought of. I highly recommended Queen Bee Bridal it is a beautiful shop in a beautiful village. It was a truly magical experience thank you so much Kate.
Paula Cuthbertson

I had an absolutely wonderful time at queen bee bridal, it was my first time wedding dress shopping so I was a little nervous and thought I’d feel insecure trying on dresses, but Kate made me feel the complete opposite. Set in a lovely rural location the boutique is absolutely stunning, and there is such a fabulous choice of dresses it far exceeded my expectations on that front. I tried many different dresses on and Kate was patient, knowledgeable and to be honest made me feel really special, you can tell she really cares. It was tough because all the dresses were beautiful, but I kept being drawn to “the one” and after discussing what tweaks could be made to make it “perfect”, I said yes to the dress. I walked out on such a high and it also feels good to be supporting a local business and shopping ethically. I 100% would recommend queen bee bridal to anyone.
Rachel Jones