Your East Midlands Wedding - June/July 2020 (Issue 38)

PAPPLEWICK PUMPING STATION 07547 000 020 | www.papplewickpumpingstation.org.uk Papplewick Pumping Station is an incredibly ornate venue featuring decorated columns, stained glass windows and highly polished brass work. Built between 1882 to 1885, this venue was made in a Gothic revival-style of architecture and set amongst formally landscaped grounds – a breathtaking example of Victorian engineering. The venue’s grounds feature an ornate cooling pond, a wealth of trees, flowers and varying colours of rhododendrons that give the bride and groom almost endless possibilities for photographs. The engine house porch ensures group photos are perfectly framed and poised. The ceremony takes place on the mezzanine between the historic beam engines that once pumped water out of the ground, making it a very special location for a wedding ceremony with 80 loved ones. Furthermore, there’s a 35m x 14m parterre lawn capable of hosting almost any size of reception marquee couples could hope for with up to 100 guests. THE PALACE HOTEL 0129 822 001 (Option 3) | www.britanniahotels.com/hotels/palace-hotel-buxton Nestled in the middle of the beautiful spa town of Buxton and set in the Heart of the Peak District, The Palace Hotel is a picturesque background for any special day. From the stunning high ceilings of the High Peak Ballroom to the spectacular cherubs in the Chatsworth, there’s no better venue to host a wedding. The dedicated team is on hand to help couples throughout every step of the wedding planning. The grand staircase provides an amazing photo opportunity; on entering the hotel everyone is overwhelmed at the beauty of the staircase, which is also one of the longest wrought iron staircases in Europe. Say ‘I do’ in the Cavendish Suite, which is the most popular ceremony room capable of seating up to 80 guests. This room boasts fantastic natural light through the wall-length windows. Or if the lovebirds are looking for a larger space with up to 120 people then the Chatsworth Suite is perfect with a cherub designed ceiling and stunning ornate mirrors. If it’s a wow factor that’s desired then look no further because the High Peak Ballroom, which provides an elegant backdrop for the ceremony for up to 300 guests. Receptions take place in all of these spaces and the Cavendish Suite can host 60 loved ones for the wedding breakfast while the High Peak Ballroom can handle 250. Couples receive a complimentary night stay in a suite for the night of the wedding (included in packages) help from the wedding coordinator and an informal host. Every pair will also be offered a menu tasting session. www.mac worthphotography.com www.mac worthphotography.com http://linc olnshire.blogspot.com www.mar tincphotography.co.uk 16