taeliyah limited presents
PRINCE SVEN'S
COUNTRY WEEKEND
19TH - 22ND MARCH 2027
In the breeze of spring and the rising of the sun once again, Prince Sven returns home from his adventures through Kimura to his country estate and wishes for you all, his loyal companions to join him for a weekend of mystery, magic and fun! Join us on the 19th-22nd of March 2027 at Holdbecks house for a getaway of the ages, packed with crafts, companionship and a creative content making ! We’ll be walking you through magical shoots, sword fighting training, hennin hat making, and a shocking first night mystery for all to indulge in. We will also have a crew of DND gamemasters to walk you through the basics of the game if you wish.
Spaces opening on June 1st and they are very limited. Enquire now by emailing tae@taeliyah.com with the subject line "weekend"
THE IMPORTANT DETAILS
PLACES START FROM £495 ( up to £695 )
Taking place on the 19th to the 22nd of March 2027.
THREE NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION. ALL MAIN MEALS PROVIDED. THREE PHOTOSHOOTS. A MURDER MYSTERY. A SWORD LESSON. OPTIONAL DND. A HOT TUB. HENNIN MAKING.
PLEASE EMAIL TAE@TAELIYAH.COM TO ENQUIRE. subject line - WEEKEND
what else is included?
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Usage of the site for your own content creation.
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A guest hot tub
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Access to props and wardrobe ( provided by Celestia atelier and Taeliyah )
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Hennin and craft activities.
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Pet friendly site (please contact is to book)
your host
Introducing Prince Sven of Kimura.
The scholar younger brother of King Valgyr, Prince Sven is ready to welcome you into his home.
As well as hosting you during this weekend he will be leading sword lessons!
Prince Sven (LANDY) is a professional actor and we are so thrilled to have him joining the team.
your swordsman
Orlando Squires is a Professional Actor, Fight Performer/Choreographer/Director, and Armorer. They’re a graduate of East15 Acting School’s BA Acting & Stage Combat, a member of Outlaw Entertainments, as well as an Advanced Actor Combatant with The British Academy of Dramatic Combat.
With over a decade of training in Stage Combat, he’s qualified in over 30 weapon systems for Stage & Screen. He’s performed as part of shows for Mystic Fate, BAFTA nominated docu-dramas, and more.
Orlando will be taking a sword class during the weekend. You also have the option to buy your sword.
your home
Your Home
Holdbecks House in Ipswich ( Prince Sven's Country Estate) has 12 bedrooms and is situated in the beautiful countryside waiting for your arrival. With spectacular countryside views and lots of rooms to explore it is the perfect setting for this weekend. All the rooms we will be using for activities are on the ground floor where there are accessible bedrooms for those who need, or those who bring a dog.
your photographers
TAELIYAH AND PETE BRAZIER
Tae Langdown is a young creative who is relatively new to the fantasy world having made the transition over back in 2024. She is best known for diverse retouching styles and medieval and princess style photos, and the 'content days' she runs with Saffron Easton.
Peter Brazier is a fantasy and portrait photographer whose work focuses on immersive storytelling through dream worthy worlds, and character-driven imagery.
Peter has worked with a vast array of the UK’s largest fantasy events and brands, capturing the magic within. From fantasy balls, immersive experiences, cosplay, and live performances, his art blends creative costuming, astounding performances, magnificent environmental displays , and natural emotion to create photography that feels cinematic, authentic and unique.
see PETERS WORK
see TAES WORK
photos
THE "STORIES" PROMO SHOOT
photoshoots
Over the weekend you will have the opportunity to attend 3 different curated photoshoots hosted by TAELIYAH and PETER BRAZIER (photosbybraizer). Induvidual slots with both photographers for each of the 3 photoshoots providing you with a full gallery of photos to take home.
The Scandalous Murder Mystery shoot - as you hunt for the culprut make sure you embody true crime fighting glam.
The Stories and Fairytales shoot ( Lake dependant on weather ). Bring a known story or your own to life! Taking place in the gardens and woodland of the estate.
The Dark Intrigue shoot - bring out your dark spooky villanous side. With the inside and outside of the mannor providing the setting for this morraly grey photoshoot.
The team will guide you each step of the way, from outfit planning to posing you will never be left helpless.
Wardrobe and props provided by Celestia Atelier and the Taeliyah Vault.
murder mystery
On Friday night tragedy will strike and you and the other guests will have the opportunity to solve a murder, in the most glamerous way possible!
Dressed up in your finery and jewels for Prince Svens evening sioree (where he has a very special announcement), find clues around the ground floor reception rooms and balcony to piece together the mystery. A prize awaits, be quick and solve the murder before the clock strikes 11pm.
With actors to help bring the story to life, immerse yourself into the story and further into the lore of Kimura.
This will be Hosted by murder mystery queen and founding community member, Lauren Courtney.
sword fighting training
Orlando Squires will be doing an introductory sword lesson over the weekend!
He will be teaching you Parries and defensive forms, attacks and offensive forms, and footwork.
You will be using combat training swords for this. No other swords will be permitted duting this lesson. Swords will be provided and you also have the option to buy your sword, either in advance or on site after the lesson.
dungeons and dragons
DnD
We will be running several optional DnD groups over the weekend separated into how experienced you are.
An intro to dnd course, and an experienced longer session for those who wish to take part.
We understand dnd is scary, so for those wanting to learn more about the world of dugneons and dragons these intro sessions are perfect. If you are looking for a gateway in surrounded by other beginners we welcome you and will teach you well!
For those who already love dnd and an intro session isnt needed, we will have an experianced session taking place.
the DND aspect of the weekend will be governed professional Gamemaster Kevin, longtime dms Caitlyn, and Fanny.
For those who do not wish to take part in this, we have other activities planned or you can choose to relax in the estate or use the time to make your own content.
how to book
Bookings are Enquiry only due to us having specific prices per room and catering to peoples room requirements!
You can use the contact us form, or send an email directly to Tae@taeliyah.com with the subject line "weekend".
We offer 10% off total price if booking a whole room in one go, rooms vary in price and sleep 2/3 people.