Your North East Wedding - November/December 2020 (Issue 41)

14 DURHAM MARRIOTT HOTEL ROYAL COUNTY 01913 866 821 | www.memoriesmademarriott.co.uk/durham Situated in the heart of the beautiful city of Durham, the Durham Marriott Hotel Royal County is a romantic setting steeped in history, character and charm. The hotel’s exterior blends beautifully with its traditional surroundings and creates the perfect backdrop for wedding photos. The team will be on hand through the process, helping every step of the way to bring wedding dreams to life. Make a grand entrance on the Edwardian sweeping staircase and exchange vows in one of the newly refurbished wedding suites. The Bowes Suite has incredible views overlooking the city and Durham Cathedral and can fit up to 70 loved ones for a ceremony or 40 for the wedding breakfast. The Cromwell Suite boasts floor-to-ceiling windows with natural daylight and is a romantic setting for continuing the celebrations after the ceremony. Enjoy a glass of fizz before tucking into a delicious menu hand-crafted by the talented chefs with up to 80 people. For more intimate weddings, the Cromwell Suite can be divided into two rooms. We love… Couples will receive a complimentary menu tasting session before the wedding and overnight accommodation on the day when the Extra Special or The Icing On The Cake package is booked. www.mik ecaldwell.co.uk THE BOWES MUSEUM 01833 690 606 | www.thebowesmuseum.org.uk The Bowes Museum is a hidden treasure in the heart of Teesdale. The Grade I listed French chateau-style building was built from local stone, which opened to the public back in 1892 and now holds all sorts of weddings in any season from traditional to quirky, formal and informal. Set in acres of beautiful parkland with Grade II listed gardens, the museum offers plenty of stunning photo opportunities, especially from the terrace which leads to a formal parterre garden below. There’s even a selection of beautiful, elegant and opulent rooms with stunning panoramic views and an inspiring world-class collection of art. A stone entrance hall and a sweeping staircase lead guests to the spectacular ceremony spaces. The Atmospheric Music Room can hold a maximum capacity of 64 guests with a collection of musical instruments and paintings while the Jubilee Room can fit 100 people with stunning panoramic views. Or why not opt for the magnificent 19 th -century Picture Gallery for 200 partygoers? Receptions at this venue take place in the Entrance Hall and Café Bowes with a maximum of 120 guests. We love… When couples book this venue for the special day, they’ll receive complimentary admission for their first wedding anniversary. www.mik ecaldwell.co.uk