Your West Midlands Wedding - February/March 2024 (Issue 90)

MODDERSHALL OAKS, ST15 8WF 01782 399 000 | www.moddershalloaks.com Moddershall Oaks sits on the water’s edge and is surrounded by acres of charming Staffordshire countryside. This warm and inviting property has a fresh and neutral décor throughout and was designed with a contemporary feel in mind. Boasting a state-of-the-art sound system, Swarovski crystal lighting, hand-made Italian glass chandeliers, a glass bar and moveable walls, this luxury property has everything needed to create your dream wedding. THE WROXETER HOTEL, SY5 6PH 01743 761 256 | www.thewroxeterhotel.co.uk Situated in the heart of Shropshire yet easily accessible from major roads, The Wroxeter Hotel boasts fabulous grounds and views, with several outdoor seating areas and points of interest that look great in photographs. This Georgian county house has many original features, along with some modern twists and fabulous wedding spaces. The Wroxeter Hotel is an ideal venue for exclusive use and affords a real house party feel. BARNUTOPIA, SY10 9BS 01691 791 624 | www.barnutopia.com Barnutopia first opened as a glamping site with three Mongolian yurts in 2015. Two years later, the owners expanded as a wedding and events venue and have continued to add to the space to create a charming setting to say, ‘I do’. Approaching through the main gates, couples will be greeted by a red brick stable block that dates back to 1892. The Events Barn opens directly onto the Yurt Field with spectacular views of the surrounding Shropshire countryside. BROCKENCOTE HALL HOTEL, DY10 4PY 01562 777 876 | www.brockencotehall.com Brockencote Hall Hotel is a Victorian country manor house hotel set within 70 acres of stunning Worcestershire parkland. With a scenic lake and restored dovecote, it is an idyllic setting for weddings. The house, with its grand sweeping drive, French-inspired architecture and beautiful features, has 21 bedrooms in the main manor house, all of which are elegantly decorated with luxurious furnishings and plush fabrics, representing the country estate splendour of the hotel. BOURTON HALL, CV23 9QZ 01926 940 900 | www.bourton-hall.co.uk Bourton Hall is part of Country House Weddings Ltd and has more than 30 years of experience creating dream weddings. This family-owned and run wedding venue group has collectively held over 10,000 weddings across its six manors. A beautiful Italian Renaissance-style mansion, Bourton Hall offers exclusive use of its house and grounds to couples on the day of their wedding, with the picturesque gardens and idyllic Warwickshire countryside providing an unrivalled backdrop for your special day. This 18th-century country mansion exudes style and charm, with gorgeous period features such as a grand staircase and ornate ceilings throughout. Setting the scene for an unforgettable wedding, you and your guests can enjoy a ceremony in the breathtaking former Catholic Chapel, dine in the Banqueting Hall, enjoy croquet on the lawn, and relax in one of the fully stocked bars or cosy reception rooms before retiring to the luxurious on-site accommodation. This popular wedding venue has 21 luxurious bedroom suites, including a honeymoon suite and dressing room. Accommodation is reserved exclusively for the couple, so you have complete control over who stays and in which rooms. The Gatekeepers Cottage, a space for members of the wedding party to stay the night before your big day, is also available. Check-in from 5pm and enjoy the delights of this tucked-away retreat, with a six-seater hot tub, cosy living room, modern kitchenette and stylish bathroom, perfect for a carefree and restful night. Celebrate in style The on-site Italianate former Catholic chapel provides an idyllic backdrop for your civil ceremony, complete with an ornate carved wood and gold leaf ceiling and seating for up to 120 guests. The Minstrel’s Gallery is ideal for musicians to play as you make your entrance from the Italianate gallery and begin your walk down the aisle. Alternatively, choose to wed in the Italian Room, complete with a crystal chandelier, ornate ceiling and double-height sash windows; it’s the perfect choice for a more intimate affair. On sunnier days, The Portico, which adjoins the Italian Room, provides an outdoor ceremony setting for you to exchange your vows. For the wedding reception, the Banqueting Hall is the ideal setting to dine your guests in style, with extensive views across rolling countryside to the Draycote Water beyond. Seating up to 120 guests in traditional banqueting style, with the option of a top table putting you centre stage. For the evening reception, you can enjoy a cocktail in the Chandelier Bar, relax in the Lounge or dance the night away in the Draycote Bar & Disco, which has a dancefloor, a fully stocked bar and a DJ booth. We love... Bourton Hall has a wonderful selection of complete wedding packages that satisfy all your wedding needs, making it easier to plan, cater and style your wedding. With these all-inclusive packages, you can have the perfect day from start to finish, personalised with gorgeous extras, upgrades and accommodation, whatever your tastes, preferences or budget. www.lavenhamphotographic.co.uk www.ditabowenphotography.co.uk Also check out… HOTELS 17

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