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

HUNTSHAM COURT, HUNTSHAM Renowned as the UK’s largest private-hire country home, Huntsham Court is a Victorian mansion home to 40 bedrooms and suites situated in the rolling countryside close to Exmoor National Park. When restrictions lift, it’s ideal for exclusive-use, micro weddings gathering loved ones together under the same roof, and also works well for larger celebrations. The team regularly host offers and weekend breaks, ideal for couples planning a UK-based minimoon. Sustainability has always been high on the agenda for owners Damian and Chris, and the menus reflect this, using fresh fish, seafood and meat sourced from local farmers ensuring high-quality ingredients. Ceremonies take place in a variety of rooms in the house including the Diamond Room with its marble fireplace and antique tapestry and on The Oak Balcony under a giant 1930s chandelier. The reception rooms all flow from the Great Hall allowing plenty of space for the celebrations and the open fire in the oak-panelled Drawing Room provides a cosy spot for guests to chill out at the end of the evening. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01398 361 277, www.huntshamcourt.co.uk www.facebook.com/huntshamcourtdevon ❤ We love... the opportunity for a stroll around the extensive gardens. MIDDLE COOMBE FARM, TIVERTON This Grade II listed thatched farmhouse is set in the heart of the rolling Devonshire countryside. Nestled in a private valley, it’s surrounded by more than 400 acres of woodland, unspoilt meadows and pretty gardens perfect for big-day photographs. The converted barn on-site boasting original features sleeps up to 20 loved ones, and guests can use the private solar-heated swimming pool and hot tub. Ceremonies, the wedding breakfast and evening reception take place in the traditional cider barn, home to the original cider press, for up to 100 guests (when restrictions lift). The Drawing Room inside the farmhouse is suitable for micro and elopement weddings. There’s also an outdoor ceremony site in the heart of the woodland set against the backdrop of an ancient oak tree for hand-fasting ceremonies and blessings with the woodland glade acting as the aisle. Picnics can be arranged here and there’s also the option of a luxury marquee overlooking the meadow during the summer months. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01884 821 176, www.coombefarmwoods.co.uk www.facebook.com/MiddleCoombeFarm ❤ We love... the private glamping hut nestled in the meadow, perfect for newlyweds. REGIONAL VENUES 23 