Your Hampshire and Dorset Wedding - March/April 2024 (Issue 103)

WESTGATE HALL 02380 915 327 | www.southampton.gov.uk/ceremonies For those with a classic, historic and vintage style on their wedding wish list, this waterfront treasure is sure to fit the bill. With vaulted ceilings and exposed beams, the recently restored Westgate Hall is a ceremony venue with a difference. Tucked away within the Medieval walls of Southampton, the 15th-century timber-framed building has a magical atmosphere. Dressed with roses tumbling from the beams, the first-floor ceremony room can accommodate up to 74 seated guests for the “I do”. Post-vows, the ancient walls overlooking the water are a popular spot for standout photos. Did you know? Westgate Hall was once situated in St Michael’s Square when it was the town’s fish market and cloth hall. We love... that dismantled in 1634, the timbers were used to construct the beautiful building that stands today. PAULTON’S GOLF CENTRE 02380 811 212 | www.paultonsgolf.co.uk/weddings Paulton’s Golf Centre offers panoramic views for miles over the golf course, creating the perfect backdrop to events. On the edge of the New Forest National Park, pairs can make the most of magical woodland photographs or take advantage of the lake to get those all-important images to treasure. Conveniently located yet quietly hidden away, the team can accommodate up to 80 guests in the daytime and 100 in the evenings. The wedding team will be on hand to guide pairs through the planning process to create tailor-made experiences. The bright and spacious Swann Suite features rustic beams with panoramic views over the golf course and space for 80 people. Alternatively, the Dining Room is located on the ground floor with access to the terrace, rustic beams and large windows overlooking the grounds. It’s ideal for ceremonies with 50 and receptions with 100. The high ceilings offer brilliant acoustics for live bands or DJs. There’s a built-in bar and options for inside or outside evening food. The talented team of chefs can create menus for informal dining or sitdown meals, using delicious local produce to make the most of the New Forest. Whether pairs are looking for barbeques, hog roasts, buffets or sit-down meals, they can accommodate requests. The new lodge at the end of the driveway offers the perfect accommodation for getting ready the night before weddings or an escape for mini-moons after celebrations. When couples book the property, they’ll receive a complimentary menu taster session, hire a buggy for photographs, and tailor menus. www.ssimsphotography.co.uk www.ssimsphotography.co.uk LOCAL VENUES 25

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