Your East Midlands Wedding - Feb/Mar 2019 (Issue 30)

Cressbrook Hall, Derbyshire This Tudor-style mansion was built in 1835 by a Manchester industrialist who fell in love with the scenic location and fabulous Peakland views. Behind its magnificent façade, the venue boasts all the comforts of a gracious country home with many original features and antique fittings. Couples can choose to tie the knot in one of three locations at the hall. The Drawing Room accommodates up to 40 and the Granary/Conservatory is a split area that seats 100 guests. Ceremonies can also take place outside under the Floral Archway that caters for 100. This venue can host receptions for up to 96 in the day increasing to 150 guest in the evening. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01298 871 289 cressbrookhall.co.uk We love… the flower-filled, formal terrace gardens overlook stunning hillside scenery. Stoke Rochford Hall, Lincolnshire Situated in 28 acres of grounds within the Stoke Rochford Estate, this award winning Grade I Victorian mansion sits at the end of a sweeping drive and retains many of its original period features. Many of the elegant drawing rooms plus the library and orangery are licensed for ceremonies and can accommodate up to 200 guests and with fantastic views across the grounds. The orangery leads out onto a terrace and formal gardens, which provide wonderful photo opportunities. The on-site leisure club features an indoor pool with a steam room plus a fully equipped gym enabling you and your guests to unwind and relax before or after your big day. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01476 530 337 stokerochfordhall.co.uk We love… the high standard of accommodation here comprising of mansion house suites and superior en-suite rooms in the Old Stable Courtyard or Woodland Lodge. Roger Beverley Photography chrissmithphotos.co.uk 26