Create your dream day in this peaceful, romantic setting Blackwell Grange Hotel is an elegant 17th-century mansion set just on the outskirts of Darlington, surrounded by beautiful parkland and mature trees. Blending traditional charm with modern comfort, it features period architecture, large bay windows, and a welcoming country-house feel. Inside, guests are greeted by warm, stylish interiors with classic décor, cosy lounges, and tastefully refurbished function rooms perfect for weddings, events, and dining. Nestled within picturesque grounds Blackwell Grange offers a peaceful and romantic setting. Manicured lawns, mature woodland, and charming walkways surround the property, offering endless photo opportunities. The gardens are especially beautiful during spring and summer, with vibrant blooms and greenery creating a stunning backdrop for outdoor ceremonies or leisurely strolls. The Bruhenny Suite (130 guests) provides an exquisite setting for your wedding ceremony. With its high, beamed ceilings and beautiful natural light pouring in through expansive windows, the room feels bright, spacious, and full of promise. A grand feature fireplace forms the perfect focal point for your vows, while the tasteful neutral décor complements any wedding style, from classic and traditional to modern and understated. The warm tones of the polished wood floor and the gentle glow of the chandeliers create a sense of intimacy and occasion. After your ceremony, the Bruhenny Suite transforms into a magnificent setting for your wedding breakfast, a space designed to celebrate love, laughter, and togetherness in style. Its seamless connection to the adjoining bar and reception areas allows your celebration to flow effortlessly from ceremony to celebration, ensuring your day unfolds naturally in one stunning space. Tables are beautifully arranged to complement the room’s natural elegance, allowing guests to relax and enjoy fine dining. As the day unfolds, the room’s flexibility makes it ideal for speeches, toasts, and moments of celebration, before transitioning into evening festivities. Alternatively, say “I do” surrounded by the natural beauty of the stunning grounds (130 guests). The outdoor ceremony space here offers a truly romantic setting beneath the open sky, where your vows are shared in harmony with nature. Guests are seated on the manicured lawn surrounded by mature trees, and the elegant façade of the historical mansion providing a breathtaking backdrop. Whether styled with elegant floral arrangements or kept simple to let the scenery shine, the outdoor ceremony area offers endless opportunities to make the space your own. Following your ceremony, guests can enjoy a relaxed and elegant drinks reception in either the Blackwell Bar or the Bruhenny Bar. Both spaces offer a welcoming atmosphere, perfect for mingling and celebrating the first moments of your married life. Whether you choose sparkling champagne or bespoke cocktails, these beautifully designed spaces provide the ideal backdrop for conversation, laughter, and joyful toasts before your wedding breakfast begins. The George Allan Suite (80 guests) is a further reception space option and provides a graceful and light-filled setting for your wedding breakfast, where understated sophistication meets natural beauty. With large windows overlooking the picturesque gardens, the room is filled with soft daylight that enhances its neutral palette and refined décor. Elegant chandeliers shimmer overhead, while polished wooden floors and delicate floral centrepieces add warmth and charm to the space. The grand fireplace offers a focal point that adds both character and a sense of intimacy, making it the perfect backdrop for speeches and toasts. The stunning venue also offers its newlyweds a complimentary anniversary stay on your first anniversary with a welcome plate and a bottle of bubbly. Blackwell Grange Hotel & Spa FIND OUT MORE 0330 102 7238 events.blackwell@bruhennyhotels.co.uk www.blackwellgrangehotel.com 19
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