BICKLEIGH CASTLE, TIVERTON This historic 11th-century castle and 6th-century Saxon chapel are situated next to the River Exe which flows down to Exmouth, combining a tranquil river setting with magnificent countryside views. The charming newly decorated thatched cottages that provide comfortable guest accommodation are dotted around the central courtyard and the elegant bridal suite is a charming Tudor room with a four-poster bed located inside the actual castle. Ceremonies take place in a variety of areas depending on the size of the party including outside on the lawn under the gazebo, adjacent to the river and next to the chapel. The Great Hall can accommodate between 50 to 120 guests with 70 loved ones seated for dinner. The beautiful Banqueting Room is another ceremony choice for between 50 to 120 people and this long room with rustic oak beams can host up to 120 for the wedding breakfast. There’s also The Orangery that can sit between 40 and 60 people for the ceremony and the Guard Room for intimate weddings of up to 30 loved ones. The pretty manicured gardens are home to a bank of rhododendrons at the back of the lawn that bloom during late spring and early summer, making an Insta-worthy backdrop for photos, plus a croquet lawn, tennis court, area to play cricket and a hot tub. The castle’s tower ruin is another great spot for couple portraits. Ceremony licence: Yes Contact: 01884 855 363, https://bickleighcastle.com ♥ We love... that couples get to meet the chef and sit down for a three-course tasting experience ahead of their wedding where they get to sample the fabulous Bickleigh Castle-branded red and white wine! MIDDLE COOMBE FARM, TIVERTON This Grade II listed thatched farmhouse and the converted barn is set in the heart of the rolling Devonshire countryside. Nestled in its own private valley, it’s surrounded by more than 400 acres of woodland, unspoilt meadows and pretty gardens perfect for big-day photographs. Accommodation is provided in the Grade II listed farmhouse and converted barn sleeping up to 20 guests who can enjoy the use of the private solar-heated swimming pool and hot tub. Ceremonies, the wedding breakfast and evening reception take place in the traditional cider barn, home to the original cider press, for up to 100 guests. The Drawing Room inside the farmhouse is suitable for micro and elopement weddings and there’s also an outdoor ceremony site in the heart of the woodland set against the backdrop of an ancient oak tree for hand-fasting ceremonies and blessings with the woodland glade acting as the aisle. Picnics can be arranged here and there’s also the option of a luxury marquee overlooking the meadow that can be used for dining and dancing. Ceremony licence: Yes Contact: 01884 821 176, www.coombefarmwoods.co.uk ♥ We love... the private glamping hut nestled in the meadow, perfect for newlyweds. 14
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