Your Herts and Beds Wedding - February/March 2024 (Issue 102)

MANOR OF GROVES HOTEL 01279 600 777 | www.manorofgroves.com Located on 150 acres of stunning grounds, the Manor of Groves Hotel is a venue where Georgian splendour meets a modern twist. The neo-classical property features traditional white pillars and tall glass windows that provide showstopping views of the 18-hole golf course and beautifully kept gardens that are the ideal settings for wedding photography. The original manor house has been extended into an additional wing housing many of the bedrooms, and the exterior has been designed to keep with the traditional property. Ceremonies and receptions can take place in several locations. The Library Suite and Drawing Room are perfect for intimate weddings, while the Colonnade Suite can hold up to 100 guests for the vows and wedding breakfasts, plus 150 for evening receptions. The Manor Suite is perfect for grand events and can host 400 people for ceremonies and 350 for celebrations – it’s home to a private Japanese-style garden that’s perfect for photographs. The property also offers two charming gazebos within the grounds for outside ceremonies. The team offers a variety of packages, many including menu tastings ahead of weddings and a complimentary night’s stay for newlyweds on their wedding night. ST IPPOLYTS CHURCH 01462 434 254 | www.stippolytschurch.org.uk Nestled in a picturesque village near the town of Hitchin in North Hertfordshire, St Ippolyts Church is a well-maintained venue full of history. Set within a churchyard, the 11th-century setting offers plenty of spaces for showstopping wedding photography. Inside, couples will find a quaint location for ceremonies with 140 loved ones. The team will be on hand to help couples plan dream weddings and can even provide flower arrangements in the church, an organist and arrange church bells to be rung after the “I dos” for an additional fee. Weddings are always happy occasions not only for the newlyweds but also for the local community! www.evagoras.co.uk www.evagoras.co.uk 25 HISTORIC VENUES

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