Your Hampshire & Dorset Wedding - Jan/Feb 2018 (Issue 72)

REGIONAL VENUES 21  The Elvetham, RG27 8AS 01252 847 225 | elvethamhotel.co.uk If you’re looking for wedding wow factor, The Elvetham is hard to beat. A magnificent example of Victorian architecture, the impressive building is set within 35 acres of landscaped gardens surrounded by the vast family-owned estate in Hartley Wintney. A picture-perfect location for a stylish big day, the venue oozes history and charm. Full of original features, it’s a photographer’s dream with fireplaces, stained-glass windows, oak-panelled walls and a spectacular staircase – great for romantic just-wed shots. Licensed for weddings indoors and out, the venue can accommodate up to 200 guests to watch you say ‘I do’ in the grand surroundings of the Library. Adorned with classical art and bookcases lining the walls, it’s the largest and one of the finest rooms in the house. With an ornate stone fireplace and beamed ceilings it provides an atmospheric setting for the ceremony and wedding breakfast. For those looking to make the most of the outdoor setting, the secluded Summerhouse is a picturesque spot to tie the knot joined by 120 loved ones. Celebrate afterwards in the bright and beautiful Conservatory and enjoy panoramic views of the gardens and rolling countryside. Full of natural light during the day, the ceiling can be festooned with fairylights for a magical evening celebration. With a wealth of standout features and spaces for weddings large or small, with the addition of a marquee you can host a party for as many as 600 family and friends for the evening reception. What’s more there are 72 elegant bedrooms for guests wanting to make the most of the celebration. Did you know? Queen Elizabeth I visited the house in 1591 and during her stay planted an oak tree that still stands today. Where to wed in this picturesque region Spotlight on... NORTH HAMPSHIRE Images idealimaging.uk.com