Your East Anglian Wedding - April/May 2023 (Issue 60)

Making waves Celebrate your big day near the coast THORPENESS COUNTRY CLUB, IP16 4NU 01728 451 021 | www.thorpenesscountryclub.co.uk Located just a stone’s throw from Suffolk’s pebble beach, Thorpeness Country Club was built over 100 years ago in 1912. Boasting not only superb sea views, but also day-long sunshine during the summer months thanks to its South-East facing position, it’s the only beach side wedding venue across the whole of Suffolk and Norfolk. Celebrate in style There are two ceremony options to choose from. The first is the sea view lawn, with views stretching down the coastline of Aldeburgh, it’s a real dream come true for those whose life-long wish is to wed outdoors. The second is the Tennis Room, located on the ground floor of the Country Club, with large double doors along the entire side of the building, allowing natural light to flood the room and a wonderful view of the flowerbeds. On the first floor of the Country Club is the Grand Ballroom, a beautiful spot in which wedding breakfasts and receptions take place. With space to seat up to 150 guests, it’s a truly charming room with lovely high ceilings, wooden beams draped in thousands of warm fairylights, and plenty of natural light with thanks to the large windows spanning the length of the room. The Grand Ballroom offers ample space to not only increase the evening reception by 50 guests, totalling up to 200 standing, it also provides room for a dancefloor and evening entertainment. There is a dedicated stage area ensuring a DJ or band are perfectly placed to entertain guests. There’s also a bar at the far end of the room, where there is space aplenty for any extra evening additions. We love... All Thorpeness Country Club’s wedding packages include exclusive hire of the venue, a night’s stay at Thorpeness Hotel, wedding tasting for two, venue furnishings and linen, as well as a dedicated venue wedding co-ordinator and team on the day. www.foyersweddings.co.uk THE BOATHOUSE, NR29 3LP 01493 730 342 | www.theboathouseormesbybroad.co.uk Just a few miles from the coast and the popular seaside town of Yarmouth, The Boathouse is set in an idyllic spot on Norfolk’s Ormesby Broad. Offering a magical experience in a tranquil, picturesque location, guests can relax on the terrace and take in the stunning views while waiting for the couple to arrive for the ‘I dos’. Celebrate in style The ceremony room is a wonderfully light and airy space, big enough for up to 120 people. The sliding glass doors open onto the spacious terrace, and beside it, there’s a pretty wedding arbour where couples can take their vows. After tying the knot, proceed to the beautiful wedding breakfast and celebration rooms, a perfect blend of modern and classic styles, and enjoy a sit-down meal with loved ones. Between the two main rooms there’s the reception and private bar area, perfect for drinks and canapés, or head out to the decked terrace for an al fresco celebration. We love... The happy couple can arrive for the ceremony via boat, which looks great in photographs. 25 COASTAL VENUES

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