Celebrate in style at Rhinefield House Hotel, nestled in the New Forest National Park Winter sets the scene for romantic snow-capped weddings, and nowhere transforms into a winter wonderland inspired by fairytales quite like Hampshire’s Rhinefield House Hotel, part of the Handpicked Hotels collection. This luxurious 19th-century manor house, blending Tudor and Gothic architecture, sits at the end of a long tree-lined driveway and offers idyllic ceremony and reception spaces. Weddings hosted during the colder months benefit from natural daylight pouring through the large windows, as well as a gentle glow at dusk from the Victorian chandeliers and candelabras. Comprehensive wedding packages and bespoke catering, provided by the experienced culinary team, make this venue the perfect choice for seasonal celebrations. The kitchen team is passionate about food and showcasing the region’s best seasonal produce. For couples planning a formal wedding dinner, the head chef works closely with them to create a bespoke menu. Couples are invited to a tasting of their selected dishes before the big day, and the team assists with every detail, from table layouts to personalised menu cards. A winter wedding allows for gourmet cheese boards teamed with vintage port and mulled cider, and copious amounts of comfort food. Guests won’t go hungry with menu highlights including filo-baked figs stuffed with peppered goat’s cheese to start, followed by a festive dinner and yule log, gingerbread pudding and crumble to follow. The magnificent Grand Hall is the ideal setting for a festive banquet. A replica of London’s Westminster Hall, it can host up to 130 guests. Intricate carvings and oak panelling are complemented by the soft glow of gold chandeliers, while the vast original windows reveal views of the manicured grounds. The Minstrels’ Gallery above provides the perfect position for wedding photographers. With flowers in more limited supply during winter, couples can embrace a more dramatic look and feel to the décor with arrangements styled with crystal garlands, a sprig of fir and mistletoe. Bridal and bridesmaids’ bouquets can incorporate cinnamon sticks and frosted flowers, and Christmas-inspired colours can set the theme for the wedding. The Contemporary Venue, which can host up to 100 loved ones, offers another area for winter weddings. It enjoys its own separate entrance and a terrace overlooking the topiary orchard. Its neutral décor is ideal for any theme, and the curtains can be drawn for an intimate winter soirée. There’s also The Keepers Room, offering a relaxed and charming atmosphere for up to 35 people with its ornamental fireplace, sparkling chandelier, and large bay windows. With the colder weather comes the excuse to dress up – a black tie wedding reception hosted on New Year’s Eve is the ultimate party that lasts into the early hours. Rhinefield House Hotel boasts 50 bedrooms, including three luxurious suites and 13 self-catering apartments for party-goers to stay. Preferential wedding accommodation rates are offered for all guests, including family-friendly options, with a full traditional breakfast included. It’s the most wonderful time of the year – for a wedding! A WINTER WONDER BOOK NOW! 01590 622 922 rhinefieldhouse@handpicked.co.uk handpickedhotels.co.uk/ rhinefieldhouse martinbell-photography.co.uk martinbell-photography.co.uk 23
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