Your Hampshire and Dorset Wedding - March/April 2022 (Issue 91)

KIMBRIDGE BARN, KIMBRIDGE 01794 339 444 | www.idealcollection.co.uk/venues/kimbridge-barn The best of homegrown produce awaits in the stylish surroundings of this charming venue. Nestled among the waterways of Hampshire’s River Test, the relaxed café, tearoom, rustic barn and intimate Boot Room cater for a whole range of big-day needs. The beautifully restored barn is set in idyllic countryside and although it’s not licensed for ceremonies, a blessing can be held before the wedding breakfast. Wooden beams and rustic chandeliers add to the charming, relaxed atmosphere and the large windows help create a light and airy feel. With space for 100 guests for a sit-down meal and 150 for the evening reception, there’s a bar, dancefloor and courtyard complete with outside bar, firepit and comfy furniture for your loved ones to relax and unwind. For more intimate weddings, the Boot Room can seat up to 30 people for a warm, cosy get together, or it can be used as extra space for guests to spread out from the main barn. A bit of foodie heaven too, the venue can create flexible packages including local ingredients for the canapés, wedding breakfast and evening buffet. We love… for an alternative-style wedding breakfast, the in-house chefs are happy to cook over the firepit to wow your guests. GORWELL FARM, ABBOTSBURY 01305 871 401 | www.gorwellfarm.co.uk Create the wedding of your dreams at this versatile venue. Set in a valley on Dorset’s south coast, it ticks all the boxes for a truly bespoke celebration. The light and airy 17th-century stone barn is big enough to seat up to 130 guests, there’s space for dancing, a bar and all the facilities and freedom you need to enjoy your day in perfect peace. With natural beams and stone walls, the barn provides the perfect backdrop to add your own personal touch to suit your big-day style and theme. Licensed for ceremonies, you can tie the knot inside or outside in the pagoda underneath a beautiful beech tree on the outskirts of the woods. The spacious outdoor area provides extra room for guests and is ideal for a marquee or party tent. Surrounded by nature, with an abundance of greenery, trees and flowers, there’s no shortage of wonderful photo opportunities. Hired over three days, you can enjoy a stress-free experience with time to set up, tie the knot and relax afterwards. We love… that there’s accommodation for up to 37 people available on site. www.theredred.com www.stevekentishphotography.co.uk www.linusmoranphotography.co.uk 20

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