Your Surrey Wedding- December 2020/January 2021 (Issue 86)

31 THEMED VENUES DE VERE SELSDON ESTATE, CR2 8YA 02087 683 151 | www.devere.co.uk/selsdon-estate Positioned just outside of London, De Vere Selsdon Estate is located at the end of a lustrous driveway. The building dates back to Saxon times and was formally known as The Mansion on the Hill before it was transformed into the current establishment. Set in more than 204 acres of gardens, there are plenty of places to take photographs including next to the 500-year-old Cedar tree that was planted by Queen Elizabeth I. Inside, the Tudor Lounge has a grand staircase framing a beautiful stained glass window and a cosy fireplace. Following a recent refurbishment, the endless history of the building is perfectly paired with a modern flair. CELEBRATE IN STYLE Nestled in the woodlands, the Secret Garden is a magical space with room for up to 150 guests. Alternatively, the Sanderson Suite with a neutral colour scheme throughout and space for 120 loved ones, is available. The traditionally decorated Selsdon Suite has an authentic bay window that overlooks the grounds with space for 70 nearest and dearest. The most popular area for weddings is the Terrace Suite. It boasts sloping ceilings, structured pillars, traditional wood panelling, doors that lead onto the patio and room for 160 friends and family for the breakfast and 200 for the reception. Recently refurbished, the Cedar Suite has a modern colour scheme, a stained glass ceiling, large bay windows and can accommodate up to 150 people for the sit-down meal and 200 for the evening celebration. WE LOVE... De Vere Selsdon Suite offers a complimentary menu tasting for couples, as well as a honeymoon suite decorated with rose petals and a bottle of champagne on the night of the wedding. HARTSFIELD MANOR, RH3 7AA 01737 845 300 | www.hartsfieldmanor.co.uk Hartsfield Manor is a 19 th century building nestled in 16 acres of private Surrey countryside. Guests are sure to be impressed as they drive down the country driveway and see the Victorian stately home come into view. The sweeping staircase is one of the most popular backdrops for photographs and gives the wow factor as the bride makes her first appearance. Throughout the hotel is chandeliers, feature fireplaces and heaps of character and charm. CELEBRATE IN STYLE The Lounge has an abundance of natural daylight, high ceilings, picturesque views along with a grand piano and real fires to create a magnificent space to say ‘I do’. There are also bay windows, an adjacent bar and room for 90 loved ones for the ceremony. The area is later transformed for the wedding breakfast to create a dancefloor and room for 180 evening guests. Those looking for a more intimate setting will love the Brockham Suite. Complete with a feature fireplace and stunning views of the Surrey countryside, it’s capable of holding of 40 nearest and dearest and has access to its own private terrace. WE LOVE... Couples will receive a complimentary menu tasting, a changing room for the day as well as a bridal suite on the night of the wedding. The wedding coordinator will also be on hand to help with any last-minute requests and to ensure the day goes smoothly.  www.murrayclarke.co.uk www.murrayclarke.co.uk