Venues
Settings of splendour
Strike a pose against the perfect backdrop …
timber-framed Tithe Barn , approached by a sweeping driveway lined with oak trees , is licensed for civil wedding ceremonies and provides a truly exceptional blank canvas on which you can create your dream wedding . Whether you have a small intimate ceremony or a more lavish affair , such as a sit-down banquet for 150 , all weddings have exclusive use of the barn , its beautiful courtyard and the Archer ’ s Hall .
Wonderful woodlands
Ufton Court is a stunning grade one listed manor house set in 16 acres of picturesque secluded grounds and woodland between Newbury and Reading , Berkshire . Its 16th century
Since every wedding is unique , Ufton Court doesn ’ t offer set wedding packages , but has experienced wedding coordinators to work alongside you and your suppliers from day one to help make your wedding dreams a reality . They have onsite wedding accommodation for up to 30 guests in timber cabins set on the edge of extensive woodland . http :// uftoncourt . co . uk
Luscious landscapes
Your wedding is the most important day , and elegant Plas Hafod Hotel , built in the early 18th century , is a venue to match all expectations . It nestles in nine acres of landscaped and manicured gardens and overlooks the hills and valleys of Flintshire , Cheshire and Merseyside .
Chocks away !
Planning your wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime experience , so it ’ s vital to choose a venue that can make all your dreams come true . The Mansion House at Old Warden Park in Bedfordshire is the very place . The house was designed by prominent Victorian architect Henry Clutton and features several magnificent examples of 19th century paintings by artists such as Sir Frank Dicksee , William Leader , George Vicat Cole and Frank Holl . The venue is unique in being able to offer three complementary settings – a grand house with period rooms , a picturesque Regency Swiss Garden , and an adaptable aircraft hangar with the vintage aircraft and Edwardian vehicles belonging to the Shuttleworth Collection as a backdrop .
The impressive entrance and stone staircase is spectacular , while the romantic garden setting – the finest in the area with secret niches and love seats – will ensure you have fabulous photographs to treasure forever . After a perfect day , you and selected special guests can enjoy a relaxing night in one of the 11 luxury ensuite rooms , all restored and individually designed with period furniture , fireplaces and special features .
Plas Hafod is family-run ; they are experienced , caring and motivated and will make sure that you are all well looked after throughout . http :// plashafod . co . uk
Civil ceremonies are available all year round , as are postceremony receptions . They will tailor bespoke packages for all your wedding requirements , to include room or marquee hire , in-house catering , and accommodation if needed , whatever the size of your party . www . shuttleworth . org / the-house
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