THE LORD HALDON HOTEL, EXETER, DEVON The main house of this stunning hotel is a fine example of Georgian architecture set within large private grounds with views stretching across the surrounding countryside. Although now much smaller than the original Georgian mansion, the hotel still retains its cosy country house feel offering 23 stylish guest rooms. Ceremonies for up to 120 guests and receptions for up to 180 loved ones take place in The Belvedere Suite, a large spacious room filled with plenty of natural daylight located on the ground floor. It’s beautifully decorated with neutral grey tones to compliment the white linen, white chair covers and sash colours of the couple’s choice. The self-contained suite has its own bar, en-suite facilities and wide ramp access and the room can be divided by the neutral grey curtain to accommodate smaller, more intimate gatherings. From the Belvedere suite, there’s access to the courtyard patio where guests can sit and enjoy a drink, particularly during the summer months. Outside, there’s the wooden pagoda set within the flowers, trees and grounds with the open countryside as a wonderful backdrop for up to 80 ceremony guests and 180 evening guests. The pagoda is surrounded by stunningly presented planting and lawns, set amongst flower beds which bloom abundantly each summer. Contact: 01392 832 483, www.lordhaldonhotel.co.uk •We love... that the team offer a free night stay for the couple for their first anniversary. The wedding packages offer a wide range of special services which include accommodation for the couple on their wedding night. POLURRIAN ON THE LIZARD, HELSTON, CORNWALL This award-winning wedding venue offers the space, facilities and freedom to create an unforgettable day. There’s fantastic food and drink, impressive sea view reception rooms and 41 individually styled bedrooms to wow guests. Both intimate weddings and large parties can be catered for, with a choice of exclusive and non-exclusive packages and the experienced wedding and events team is on hand to help couples realise their dream day. On a clear day, the uninterrupted views from Polurrian Cove stretch to the southwest tip of Cornwall, including the iconic St Michael’s Mount. Ceremonies and receptions take place in The Cove View Suite which provides a perfect blank canvas for most themes. This versatile room is bright and airy, with its own bar, washroom facilities and views of the sea from its private terrace. The suite has a maximum capacity of up to 90 guests for the ceremony and up to 100 people seated for the wedding breakfast. During the high season from May to December, prices start from £1,000 and during the low season from January to April, prices start from £700. The restaurant offers stunning, panoramic views over the Atlantic Ocean, decorated and furnished in a modern, contemporary style, offering a maximum capacity of 60 ceremony guests. This space has been designed in a timeless style with laid-back comfort in mind. It’s available to hire from January to June and during September, October and November with prices from £2,500. A vista ceremony starts from £1,500. Perfect for smaller, more intimate ceremonies and a wedding breakfast for a maximum of up to 60 guests is the Marconi room with its classic details, fitting for a timeless wedding. Prices start from £500 during the high season from May until December and from £300 during the low season from January to April. Alternatively, the spacious and stunning Vista Lounge offers uninterrupted sea views, gorgeous furnishings and fittings and is bathed in natural light. Guests will be blown away by the sheer beauty of this space that’s large enough to host an impressive celebration with a party atmosphere. Contact: 01326 240 421, www.polurrianhotel.com •We love... the mini electric Nosmoke vehicle that’s available to use if the couple book the Island View Suite package – see here for details: www.polurrianhotel.com/offers-breaks/island-suite-package www.jaketimms.com www.jaketimms.com THEMED VENUES 19
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