Your Devon and Cornwall Wedding - March/April 2021 (Issue 30)

We reveal some of the most stunning wedding venues TAWSTOCK COURT, BARNSTAPLE Tawstock Court is a fine Georgian country house with a castle-like appearance situated in 32 acres of grounds and ancient woodland. The courtyard has recently been revamped into a stunning space with festoon lighting, ample seating positioned underneath a canopy of fairylights and a decked area and swinging chairs. Spacious rooms and suites at the front of the building are home to period features and offer panoramic views across the valley. The Panelled Hall that opens out on to the balustrade features carved wooden pillars and a magnificent fireplace. Other areas including the bar are decorated with a more contemporary feel but still with a vintage flair. The Old Refectory, ideal for larger weddings (when restrictions lift) has a beautiful parquet floor and in the evening, it sets the stage for a band or disco. Ceremonies take place in The Panelled Hall with the large front doors opening on to the front of the house offering far-flung views across the valley to Codden Hill. The 16 th -century Elizabethan Gatehouse, with its original wooden doors, is a superb choice for an outdoor wedding and there’s also the option of St Peter’s Church just a two-minute walk from the bottom of the garden. For micro weddings, the study and the Morning Room are both charming spaces located at the front of the house. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01271 446 333, https://tawstockcourt.co.uk www.facebook.com/tawstockcourt ❤ We love... that Elizabethan Gatehouse offers a stunning outdoor space for beautiful photographs. LITTLE OAK MEADOW, COLYTON This little gem located in a family- owned field is off the beaten track, set against a woodland backdrop with stunning views of East Devon’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the Jurassic Coast. It provides couples with a blank canvas to style their day with their choice of theme. Whilst the venue doesn’t hold a ceremony licence, receptions take place in the marquee for up to 350 guests (when restrictions lift) with other options all considered. Ceremony licence? No Contact: 07769 636 312, www.littleoakmeadow.co.uk www.facebook.com/LittleOakMeadow ❤ We love... that there’s ample parking available and guests can camp on the grounds. HAREFIELD BARN, CREDITON This exclusive-use venue situated in the heart of the Devon countryside has its own wildflower meadow providing an Insta-worthy backdrop for big-day photographs and cider apple orchards close by. The interior of the barn offers plenty of natural daylight from the Main Hall to the cosy Sawpit Bar. The tall windows have been designed to showcase the panoramic views and the space offers flexible room layout options. The bifold doors encourage guests to enjoy the paved terrace where seating is provided and there are subtle external lighting and a large firepit. The terrace flows seamlessly down to the extensive lawns and adjacent cornfield, perfect for garden games and big-day pictures. Ceremonies take place in a choice of licensed areas for between eight and 300 guests (when current restrictions lift). These include the Main Hall, Sawpit Bar, the chapel-like space with a vaulted ceiling known as The Tallet and the Leveret Suite that’s decorated in the style of a glamorous boudoir. Outside, the Clock House commands a stunning location with incredible views as the backdrop. Receptions usually take place in the Main Hall that can seat up to 150 loved ones at round tables for dinner and up to 300 guests for the evening reception. The outdoor space allocated adjacent to the building is ideal for food trucks for a street food-style feast or a barbecue, hog roast or a grazing table. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 07541 121 404, hwww.harefieldbarn.co.uk www.facebook.com/harefieldbarn ❤ We love... that the team can help with recommending the best local wedding suppliers. Photography of Tawstock Court courtesy of Freeformimages Photography, Amy Chapple Photography and Jim Wileman Photography , Interior of Harefield Barn courtesy of www.jennyhannah.co.uk and external photograph courtesy of https://evolvephoto.co.uk EAST & MID DEVON Spotlight on... REGIONAL VENUES 19 