Your Surrey Wedding - February/March 2024 (Issue 105)

WOTTON HOUSE 01306 730 000 | www.wottonhouse.co.uk Wotton House is nestled in 13 acres of stunning Grade II listed Italian gardens and surrounded by the Surrey Hills, an area of outstanding natural beauty. The estate dates back to the 16th century and lies just three miles outside of Dorking. With 127 bedrooms and an array of event spaces both indoors and out, Wooton House is ready to welcome you and your guests on your big day. The grand vaulted ceilings, pillars and centuries-old original fireplaces set a romantic tone for an indoor wedding ceremony in The Old Library (90 guests), while the stunning Italian gardens offer a very special setting in which to say “I do” al fresco (140 plus guests). The gardens’ Italian Temple, built by George Evelyn in 1649 is now included in the Register of Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in England. With arched niches and rusticated decoration, the central one contains a classical Venus statue and fountain basin. Formerly the Evelyn family’s tortoise house and built in the late 19th century, the Secret Garden offers a temple structure with ionic columns supporting an architrave frieze. A rectangular sunken water feature is located at the centre of the enclosure to the north. Here, you can host 200 loved ones for the ceremony. Finally, and back inside, the Evelyn Suite (140 guests) is south facing, and light and airy. Positioned on the ground floor, guests have easy access to the beautiful gardens to the rear. The space comes equipped with air conditioning, projector and screen, and room to accommodate bespoke staging and projection units. FARNHAM HOUSE HOTEL 01252 716 908 | www.farnhamhousehotel.com On arrival at Farnham House Hotel, a tree-lined driveway leads you up to the charming 24-bedroomed country property set in over five acres of beautiful, landscaped grounds. In a peaceful, yet convenient location, it can be found just five minutes from the picturesque Farnham town centre and there’s easy access to the A31 and A3. The Hotel gardens are glorious during the summer months, with rolling lawns and beautiful flowers, there are a wealth of photographic opportunities at every turn, as well as ample space for guests to enjoy. Ceremonies take place in The Oak Room (80 guests). With plenty of natural light, it’s also decorated neutrally to a high standard to tie in easily with any theme. The Cedar Room is your main wedding reception space (80 wedding breakfast and 130 evening reception guests), and like The Oak Room is finished to a high standard. Whether you decide on a traditional sit-down meal or something a little different like an afternoon tea or barbecue, the room can be set up accordingly. It’s also perfect for evening dos with entertainment from a DJ or band. You’ll be allocated a dedicated wedding planner who’ll be there for you from day one through to the big day itself. You’ll also be invited to a menu tasting with the venue’s award-winning caterers where you can sample the delights on offer. Plus, on the wedding night, you’ll be able to enjoy a complementary stay in the four-poster honeymoon suite. Scan to view video LOCAL VENUES 23

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