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VENUES
Whether you’re having an intimate
gathering or a big blow-out party,
choose a venue that suits your day
down to the ground...
Use your judgement
For an elegant wedding venue that’s
steeped in history and English character,
choose
Browns Court Rooms
in the
heart of London’sWest End. Built in
1908, the courtrooms were in operation
until 1996 when they were developed
into a stunning two-floor event suite.
The largest of four rooms – the Judge’s
Court – is licensed for civil ceremonies.
This impressively formal space has many
original features, including the
mahogany judge’s bench and press
boxes. The Barrister’s Court features
beautiful skylights and chandeliers and
all of the main courtrooms are joined by
a stunning mosaic foyer and bar,
overlooked by a sweeping staircase. The
former detention cells now serve as the
wine cellar, which is well stocked for
every occasion.
www.theroomsatbrowns.co.uk
Essence of romance
For a wedding venue that’s chock-
full of rural charm, look no further
than
Winkworth Farm
. With its
stunning barns and converted farm
buildings – set on the edge of
beautiful Cotswold countryside – it’s
the essence of timeless romance.
The family-owned business describes itself as ‘laid back but exclusive, aiming to
be flexible with each and every booking’. Winkworth can seat up to 200 guests
and its choice of local caterers use local, fair-trade and organic produce
wherever possible. Surrounded by well-established lawns, herbaceous borders
and acres of organic meadows, you’re guaranteed some truly magical photo
opportunities. Winkworth offers a modern wedding venue with real heart. And
if it’s rustic appeal you’re after, this place has it in spades.
www.winkworthfarm.com
Go for glamour
Indulge your desires
Butterley Grange Mansion
– its name
is laden with promise and if you’re all
about the glamour, you certainly
won’t be disappointed. Situated in 15
acres of Derbyshire landscape, this
stunning hotel has got its own
helicopter landing pad, should you
wish to arrive in celebrity style. It
boasts one of the largest bridal suites
in the UK, showcasing an
eight-foot emperor bed, twin
bathroom, double spa bath
and fountain shower, as well
as a breakfast and dressing
room leading onto the
balcony.
The elegant ivory bandstand
is licensed for outdoor
ceremonies and makes a fabulous
backdrop for photographs that
wouldn’t look out of place in
Hello
magazine. And the food won’t be a
let-down either – Master Chef winner
Stephen Harrison sets the highest
standards for his kitchen, creating the
perfect dishes and menus to
accompany your special event.
www.butterleygrangemansion.com
Exclusively yours
Do you dream of celebrating your wedding in your own
luxurious Edwardian country house? Gorgeous
Llangoed Hall
,
situated in the idyllicWye Valley inWales, can be hired
exclusively for your special day. This elegant house was
redesigned by CloughWilliams Ellis in 1912 and predates
Portmeirion, his renowned Italianate village in NorthWales,
by almost a decade. Each of the 23 bedrooms has been
individually styled by former owner Sir Bernard Ashley,
husband of fabric designer Laura Ashley, to perfectly
complement the beauty and tranquility of the surroundings.
Llangoed boasts 17 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens, as
well as a working kitchen garden and a maze for those brave
enough to enter it. Wedding guests can enjoy drinks and
canapés outside on the terrace overlooking the croquet lawn,
before retiring inside for the ultimate dining experience.
www.llangoedhall.com