THE BEDFORD HOTEL, TAVISTOCK The Bedford Hotel’s imposing exterior reflects the style and grandeur of what’s inside, and the pretty front garden is a delight at any time of year, particularly during spring and summer when it shows off the skills of the hotel’s talented gardeners. One of the hotel’s best-kept secrets is its ancient walled garden (often referred to as The Secret Garden) which has a manicured lawn, formal borders and a herb garden used by the hotel’s chefs for homegrown ingredients for the delicious dishes. Traditional, historic and utterly charming, the warm and welcoming public areas are packed with original features and antiques. The 31 individually styled bedrooms, from comfortable classic rooms to indulgent four-poster suites provide guest accommodation and a highlight is the beautiful Bridal Suite. Ceremonies take place in the historic wood-panelled Woburn room, seating up to 90 guests. The hotel’s Gallery 26 function suite is a bright, contemporary space at the heart of the hotel featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, atmospheric lighting, a dancefloor, air conditioning and underfloor heating. Although the room is contemporary in style, the historic features of the hotel are cleverly revealed in the design of the room, giving it a unique character and style. www.bedford-hotel.co.uk www.louisericheyphotography.com TWO BRIDGES HOTEL, DARTMOOR Commanding a unique riverside location in the heart of Dartmoor National Park, with views of the rolling countryside in every direction, this hotel features riverside lawns sweeping down to the crystal-clear waters of the West Dart River. The Riverside Pagoda takes centre stage for a romantic outdoor wedding and the informal, beautiful gardens which surround the hotel merge into the open moorland beyond. A beautiful country house hotel and former coaching inn oozing a sense of character and style from the first glimpse as guests arrive over the historic bridge across the West Dart River, visitors will feel like they have stepped back in time. It’s filled with antiques, flickering candlelight, crackling log fires and a sense of warmth and wellbeing. From the stylish award-winning Tors Restaurant to the elegant, light-filled Fountain Room function suite, each area boasts a sense of heritage, quality and occasion. Guests can stay the night in a choice of individually styled rooms, from characterful Country Rooms to distinctly indulgent Premier Rooms with four poster beds and spa baths. Ceremonies take place in the historic Tors Room for up to 140 guests. It’s filled with antiques, and fine artwork and lit by candlelight. The light and airy Fountain Room with French windows opening on to the gardens is another option for up to 40 guests while the traditional pagoda perched on the riverbank offers a stunning outdoor wedding location for up to 140 guests seated on the adjacent lawn. Receptions are enjoyed in the Georgian Room that’s perfect for an intimate and stylish wedding breakfast for up to 20 loved ones while the Fountain Room seats up to 100 for a larger gathering. www.twobridges.co.uk THE HORN OF PLENTY, TAVISTOCK This four-star country house hotel and relaxed wedding venue showcases far-flung views overlooking the historic Tamar Valley and towards the moor. It’s set in five acres of secluded colourful gardens with ample outdoor seating, well-manicured lawns, terraces, a delightful fountain, ponds, a paddock, a walled garden and rustic outbuildings. Open-air outdoor ceremonies for up to 90 guests are held on the main lawn while al fresco micro-wedding ceremonies for just 12 guests can be held on one of three large balconies. The Georgian-style main building is filled with period features, mixed with a contemporary influence and original artwork. The main ceremony room can accommodate up to 80 loved ones. It’s brimming with character with two statement chandeliers, a bay window and an elegant fireplace. Smaller ceremonies of up to 15 guests can be held either in the Drawing Room or, for couples wanting a less formal set up, they can choose the upstairs Library. The maximum seated for a wedding breakfast is 90 loved ones while up to 120 guests can attend the reception. Reception drinks and canapés are served outside either on the main lawn or around the fountain. During the cooler months, the entire main house is available for the reception with the wedding breakfast held in the conservatory restaurant with its sliding doors on to an ample terrace. The team offer a bespoke menu where the couple get to meet the chef and design their wedding breakfast menu followed by a free tasting. The team love nothing more than welcoming couples back on their anniversary with a complimentary room upgrade and a bottle of celebratory fizz. Selected rooms are pet friendly and dogs can join in the ceremony and reception. www.thehornofplenty.co.uk https://youngerphotography.com BORINGDON PARK GOLF CLUB, PLYMOUTH This golf club is set in 400 acres of parkland offering unparalleled coastal and countryside views across the sea and moors, plus two enjoyable golf courses. The modern clubhouse is a popular wedding, conference and function venue. A selection of exclusive personalised packages and wedding breakfast menus are available and couples can pick a wedding barbecue hog roast served on the patio terrace or a wedding afternoon tea. Boringdon Park Golf Club is now taking bookings throughout 2025 and 2026. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01752 339 113, https://boringdonpark.com 22
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