THE RACQUET CLUB HOTEL 0151 236 6676 | www.racquetclub.org.uk Located in the commercial district of Liverpool, The Racquet Club is perfectly positioned for access to public transport and car parking facilities. Close to the famous Liverpool Waterfront it’s the ideal spot for a city wedding. Built in 1859 by Sir James Picton as the headquarters for Sir William Brown, an American shipping merchant, it takes the shape of an Italian Palazzo and has carved plaques above the windows including Isabella I who gave permission and funding for Columbus’ voyage, Columbus, Bermejo a Spanish adventurer, Vespucci, Cortez, Queen Anaconana and Francisco Pizarro. CEREMONY TO CELEBRATIONS The restaurant benefits from large arched windows in a fantastic airy space with adjacent intimate bar. Throughout, the venue is furnished with an eclectic mix of modern and traditional pieces along with an extensive collection of original artwork. The Main Room can accommodate 130 loved ones for the ceremony and 138 for the reception, while there’s space in the Restaurant for 100 for the “I dos” and dining. For more intimate celebrations, the Club Room can host 25 for the ceremony and 40 for the wedding breakfast, and the Private Dining Room too can hold 25 for the vows or 24 for reception. Overall capacity for the evening bash is 250. There are also eight bedrooms each individually decorated in a blend of traditional and contemporary styles, and the period events floor accommodates wedding and family gatherings. TATTON PARK 01625 374 456/7 www.tattonpark.org.uk/hire/weddings-and-celebrations.aspx Surrounded by 1,000 acres of breathtaking Cheshire parkland, wild deer, beautiful meres and ornamental gardens, Tatton Park is the perfect backdrop for weddings. The 50 acres of landscaped gardens at Tatton Park are the product of almost 300 years of cultivation by the leading landscape architects of the time. As one of the most picturesque gardens in England, all areas provide their own atmosphere, plant and tree varieties, stunning seasonal views, and wildlife delights. Popular features for wedding photography include the beautiful Italian Terrace, 100-year-old Japanese Garden and historical glasshouses. CEREMONY TO CELEBRATIONS There’s a whole host of wedding spaces available for you from intimate to grand. Inside, the largest is Tenant’s Hall. With a vast display of Egerton hunting trophies, this is a versatile, licensed room, allowing you to adapt the space to accommodate anywhere between 50 to 350 guests for “I dos” and dining. Al fresco, the Croquet Lawn has the same maximum capacity, where guests can sit and soak up the scenery provided by one of England’s most picturesque gardens, as you exchange your vows. The Old Hall is a very special wedding venue, offering a magical, Medieval setting against a backdrop of ancient woodland. Considered Tatton Park’s hidden gem, you can choose to get married within the grounds of the Old Hall or hold your ceremony inside it or at the Cruck Barn. Here, you can host your wedding breakfast and evening reception in a marquee or tipi within the leafy grounds. For intimate ceremonies and celebrations, Lord Egerton’s Apartment offers a charming setting and enjoys magnificent views of the Italian Terrace. This suite of rooms is licensed for ceremonies of up to 40 guests. It’s also adaptable for use as a bridal suite, wet weather drinks receptions for up to 80 loved ones, and formal dining for up to 40 nearest and dearest. A further option for ceremonies only is the Mansion Entrance Hall. Once the state entrance hall for Lord Egerton’s guests, this room lends outstanding grace and elegance to your civil ceremony witnessed by 85 loved ones. Scan to view video © Masoud www.matthewrycraft.co.uk 30
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