Hot hotels These fabulous settings, some featuring spas, all host weddings BEDRUTHAN, MAWGAN PORTH, CORNWALL This Scandinavian-inspired retreat is perched on top of the Cornish clifftops overlooking Mawgan Porth Beach, offering an idyllic choice for nature-loving couples. The hotel has been designed to the highest eco-standards with the local environment in mind, boasting airy, spacious and colourful interiors reflected in the variety of bedrooms with views either looking out over the golden sands of Mawgan Porth or of the Cornish landscape (the property has been built to achieve a glimpse of the far-flung views from every angle). Most rooms have freestanding baths, all have large power showers, fluffy bathrobes, towels, and Tri-Dosha holistic wellness products, plus the hotel’s villa has its own patio terrace. Food plays a pivotal part of the experience with Bedruthan being home to two dining options – The Wild Café located on the clifftop offering enviable views of the landscape and a variety of dishes from summer squash curries, thickly-crusted pies and bright seasonal salads. Meanwhile, The Herring restaurant offers a small and meticulously curated menu of locally sourced, seasonal dishes celebrating the region. Each evening sees only three mains offered (fish, meat, or a vegetable choice) featuring a wide variety of bold flavours. Afternoon tea can also be enjoyed here with a selection of delicate patisseries and savoury sandwiches on offer. Wellness-loving duos can enjoy the sea-view, environmentally friendly spa facilities (including an indoor swimming pool, hydro pool, sauna, steam room and Roman-style caldarium). There’s also the Sensory Spa Gardens plus relaxation lounges, fireside and poolside. The setting is perfect for laid-back weddings, from elopements and low-key micro weddings to larger more extravagant affairs. The Garden Room is a quiet, intimate space tucked away with large windows revealing views stretching across the North Cornish cliffs. During the evening reception here, guests can gather around the romantic glow of the dune garden’s firepit. The Venue is a larger space where guests enter through a dedicated entrance and it’s home to a private bar and a sun terrace. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01637 861 200, www.bedruthan.com ♥ We love... the Day Spa packages and Bedruthan treatment combinations, perfect for some pre-wedding pampering. NEW CONTINENTAL HOTEL, PLYMOUTH, DEVON This grand Victorian hotel is a landmark building in Plymouth marrying traditional Art Deco details with modern elements. The city centre location offers a variety of photographic backdrops close by, from Plymouth Hoe and Royal William Yard to Devonport Park. Inside, the glamorous vintage décor and romantic, classic style make it the perfect setting for a timeless wedding. Ceremonies usually take place in the Green Room for up to 50 guests but the Athena Room for up to 150 loved ones and the Executive Room holding up to 100 people are other stylish options. Receptions can take place in the Athena Room and the Green Room but also the Ballroom for up to 250 loved ones with its glittering chandeliers, own bar and dancefloor. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01752 276 798, www.newcontinental.co.uk ♥ We love... the complimentary Club Continental gym membership available to the couple when they book the Continental or Deluxe Package, to begin one year before the wedding date, plus a complimentary tasting is included in the Deluxe Package. Interior of New Continental Hotel courtesy of www.margorphotography.com THEMED VENUES 19
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