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

DOUBLETREE BY HILTON NOTTINGHAM – GATEWAY HOTEL 01159 794 949 | www.nottinghamgateway.doubletree.com Located in a wildlife haven and a picturesque setting, The Double- Tree by Hilton Nottingham offers couples the perfect fusion of city glamour and rustic charm wedding. Only one mile from the city of Nottingham, guests will arrive at a long driveway with fountains and landscaped grounds with estab- lished woodland. Offering the perfect mix of nature surrounding the hotel, this property offers a quiet retreat away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Licensed to host wedding ceremonies in the Garden Suite and two reception rooms – the Orchard Suite and Terrace Suite – the wedding can take place in one location. The Topaz Lounge & Bar offers the perfect space to meet guests the night before a wedding for a drink and informal dining, whilst the Blossoms Restaurant offers both Table d’Hôte and an à la carte menu if a more formal dining experience is preferred. The premises offer multiple wedding packages which includes a free menu tasting before the big day for the bride and groom as well as a king deluxe guest room for the couple followed by a full English breakfast. There are even accommodation group rates included for wedding guests. WEDDINGS AT BRACKENHURST 01158 485 260 | www.weddingsatbrackenhurst.co.uk Weddings at Brackenhurst resides within 500 acres of beautiful countryside in the heart of Nottinghamshire; a rustic and relaxed rural estate that offers the perfect setting for an outdoor wedding. By combining the picturesque setting and a handpicked selection of incredible suppliers, couples have the opportunity to customise each element of the day and create a completely bespoke experience. The venue currently holds receptions only and can advise couples on several places to legally marry nearby – the venue is planning to get a civil ceremony licence for 2021. The wedding reception will be hosted in the Main Hall garden with the Grade II listed Main Hall providing the perfect backdrop to the day. The immaculately manicured lawns edged with woodland and secluded lake provide the perfect setting for any outdoor structure such as tipis, marquees or sailcloth tents. The beautiful lake and woodlands surrounding the reception area provide the perfect opportunity for photos and guests to explore. Brackenhurst has the option for a three-day site hire to allow for set up and takedown of the outdoor structure plus the big day itself. Also offered is a bed and breakfast accommodation in select weeks in August and September at a competitive price. The venue cares deeply about the environment and takes sustainability very seriously. It is situated at Nottingham Trent University’s Brackenhurst campus, which is one of the most sustainable universities in the world. The new buildings are in the top 10 per cent of sustainable buildings worldwide because of the low-carbon energy technologies and solar panels to power the estate. All of this good work is echoed in the whole experience as the venue’s suppliers all share the same sustainability values and embed environmentally friendly processes into their businesses. www.welh amphotography.co.uk www.esth erlouisetriffittphotography.com www.esth erlouisetriffittphotography.com LOCAL VENUES 17