venues
The Henry Moore Foundation
On the 9th March I was very fortunate to be invited to the wedding launch at The Henry Moore Foundation in Hertfordshire along with some fellow wedding professionals including some who were collected by mini bus from Tower Hill. Henry Moore was one of the most successful and influential sculptors of the twentieth century –…
Read MoreVenue Focus: Boreham House
Recently I visited Boreham House and was showed around by their general manager, Alexandre. I was especially interested in visiting Boreham as it is the sister venue of Vaulty Manor where I have had a few client weddings inc. the very first in 2003. The owner Teresa Ward is a very inspirational businesswoman and the…
Read MoreGlide hand in hand at Somerset House
Whenever I see people ice-skate I sigh with jealousy because try as I might, I simply cannot skate, luckily my husband is just as bad as me so skating is banned in our house! However, that doesnt mean the co-ordinated among you shouldnt enjoy the romance of skating hand in hand. If there is one…
Read MoreVenue focus: Hengrave Hall
Last week I visited a new venue that has opened its doors to weddings. Hengrave Hall is located just north of Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk and boasts almost fifty acres of sweeping lawns and meadows, a majestic lake, and its own idyllic chapel. Its grace and historical charm offers the perfect ambience for any…
Read MoreVenue focus: Stapleford Park
On Thursday I visited Stapleford Park with one of my clients marrying there in 2010. This was the first time I have visted the venue and it was truly stunning. Not only was the upkeep immaculate but the staff were friendly and professional at all times. When I arrived staff were waiting in the carpark…
Read MoreQueens College – Oxford
On Saturday I visited Queens College in Oxford with some clients marrying there next July. This was my first visit to ‘Queens’ and was thoroughly excited about viewing this truly historical establishment. My bride went to Queens College and always said this was where she would be married one day. The chapel was truly stunning; unfortunately…
Read MoreVenue Focus: Gosfield Hall
Each month we highlight one of the beautiful venues we have worked at or particularly love, in and around East Anglia. Today we explore Gosfield Hall in Essex. History Gosfield Hall is a stunning Georgian manor house built in 1545 and was once a Royal residence boasting a long history of noble connections. Queen Elizabeth…
Read MoreA room with a view
Today I met with fellow planners for our annual UKAWP members meeting. The venue chosen was the beautiful Lanesborough Hotel which overlooks Hyde Park. Not only is the setting perfect but the interior is simply opulent perfect for weddings, private dining or perhaps afternoon tea?
Read MoreVenue focus – Layer Marney Towers
Venues Each month we highlight one of the beautiful venues we have worked at or particularly love, in and around East Anglia. Layer Marney Towers – Colchester, Essex I’ve worked at Layer Marney Towers a number of occasions and each time the design of the wedding has been dramatically different. I think this venue is…
Read MoreVenue Focus – Leez Priory
Each month we highlight one of the beautiful venues we have worked at or particularly love, in and around East Anglia. This month it is Leez Priory in Chelmsford, Essex Leez Priory is a 450 year old Tudor mansion set in 40 acres of parkland complete with lakes, lawns and a sweeping driveway. It is…
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