Venues
Opening scene
For a truly fine show, look no further than these dramatic venues …
Fantasy island
For dramatic wedding photos, it’ s hard to find a more memorable backdrop than The Vu in West Lothian. With floorto-ceiling windows offering panoramic views over the Ballencrief Reservoir, the venue’ s Waterlily Island is a truly magical place to share your celebrations with up to 280 guests.
Guests can stay in the beautiful Canadian log cabins and as the VIP couple, you’ ll have a five-star cabin with every comfort and convenience so you can rest your pins after a night on the LED dance floor.
Why not start the day as you mean to go on by arriving in the venue’ s stunning white Rolls Royce Phantom – the team at The Vu will make sure every detail and decoration builds up to an unforgettable day and evening. Even if the day goes in a blur, you’ ll have a spectacular set of photos in this amazing setting to remind you of your special day. As one couple commented after their‘ unforgettable wedding day’,‘ we just wish we could wake up to the sensational view every day!’ thevuweddings. com
Class act
If you’ re looking for a venue that combines unbeatable hospitality with something a little out of the ordinary, Malmaison’ s portfolio offers unbeatable scope.
Their hotels all over the UK include a converted prison in a medieval castle in Oxford, a former Greek Orthodox Church in the centre of Glasgow, a converted Royal Mail sorting office in the centre of Birmingham, and a former house of ill repute in Edinburgh! Each and every venue has unique features and a location at the heart of major cities, and many have truly stunning views. The Malmaison Newcastle is right on the banks of the Tyne, overlooking the Gateshead Millennium Bridge, while the London hotel on the edge of Clerkenwell is one of the most sophisticated and conveniently located hotels in Central London.
Liverpool Malmaison’ s location in the stylish docklands and Dundee’ s former Old Mathers Hotel with views of the shimmering Tay are two more gems of locations, while the conversion of the former Leeds City Tramways Office is a classic example of the group’ s hallmark effortless ontrend style. Belfast’ s converted seed warehouse has become known as one of the swankiest hotels in the city, while the Aberdeen hotel’ s incredible location, sublime food and Scottish hospitality have secured its reputation as the height of chic.
The beautifully converted station hotel in Reading shows the style and decadence associated with the group, with roll-top baths, gigantic soft beds and moody lighting, while the Mal Manchester has become known as one of the most stylish hotels in the city centre – a stunning transformation from a 19th century warehouse.
Whichever location you pick, rest assured that style and professionalism will go hand in hand in designing your dream day. With a caring and creative events team to think of your every need, your can be sure the stage will be set for the performance of your life. www. malmaison. com / weddings
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