Your Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wedding - Page number 23 - October/November 2021 (Issue 91)

MISSENDEN ABBEY, GREAT MISSENDEN, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE This exclusive-use, 12 th -century period venue has been lovingly transformed with a contemporary feel. The main house boasts exquisite architectural detail with unique stained-glass windows and a decorative staircase. Outside, the beautifully maintained gardens set in 10 acres of picturesque grounds are home to a summerhouse, a fish pond and water feature plus a 500-year-old Cedar tree and the entire house and grounds are available exclusively for weddings. Ceremonies take place in the Garden Room for up to 100 guests. Larger parties of an additional 30 guests can enjoy the use of the Library creating further space. A drinks reception can be held in the picturesque grounds and the wedding breakfast can be hosted in the adjoining dining rooms with vaulted ceilings for up to 115 guests. Another option is the seasonal marquee with a starlit canopy accommodating up to 150 people. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01494 866 811, https://missendenabbey.co.uk www.facebook.com/MissendenAbbey ♥ We love... that the bridal suite is complimentary on the night of the wedding. THE MILL HOUSE HOTEL & RESTAURANT, SWALLOWFIELD, BERKSHIRE This privately-owned, family-run fine country hotel is home to beautifully landscaped gardens and views stretching across to the River Loddon. The Georgian house nestled in the grounds has enjoyed a careful restoration keeping the tall ceilings and spacious reception rooms and offering a home away from home feel with all of the comfortable bedrooms providing en suite facilities. Exclusive-use weddings can be enjoyed with ceremonies taking place in The Garden Room for up to 100 guests and the Cottage Suite for an intimate 50 loved ones. Both enjoy patio doors leading to the garden and stunning vistas. There’s also the option of getting married outside under the Cedar Pavilion. The wedding breakfast can be enjoyed in the permanent marquee for up to 120 loved ones seated and up to 200 guests can be hosted at the reception. There’s air conditioning and heating available for weddings in all seasons and during the winter, log fireplaces and cosy corners inside the hotel provide a romantic ambience. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01189 883 124, www.themillhousehotel.co.uk www.facebook.com/Themillhousehotel1 ♥ We love... the selection of wedding packages and bespoke options available. The Winter Wedding packages offer excellent value for money and in December, the house and marquee are fully decorated for Christmas with trees, garlands and lights. Photography of the exterior of Missenden Abbey courtesy of www.richardpuncheonphotography.com 23 THEMED VENUES