Down by the water’s edge Make a splash in one of these waterside wedding venues CHERWELL BOATHOUSE, OXFORD Couples searching for a quintessentially English venue will enjoy all that this family-run restaurant, Oxford’s largest punting station and riverside marquee, has to offer. It’s perched on the banks of the idyllic River Cherwell, close to the centre of Oxford, allowing newlyweds to arrive at their reception in a chauffeured punt. The Lower Boathouse located adjacent to the river is open from April to October, providing a rustic-inspired space for a reception. Alternatively, the Conservatory is open all year round for groups of up to 50 people with the advantage of underfloor heating during the colder months. The Boathouse Restaurant can accommodate parties of up to 75 guests in the converted Victorian space, and the new gazebo, open from May to September is a new spot predominately used as a chill-out area for guests. Ceremony licence? No, but blessings can be enjoyed Contact: 01865 552 746, http://cherwellboathouse.co.uk ❤ We love... that couples and their guests can enjoy some self-drive or chauffeured punting on the river in hand-crafted punts. COMPLEAT ANGLER, MARLOW, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE This stylish hotel showcases a classic English style dating back to 1653. The light and welcoming interior is decorated with touches of gold and it’s an ideal wedding venue for an intimate gathering of 30 guests or a much larger celebration of up to 120 loved ones. Compleat Angler commands the perfect location on the banks of the River Thames overlooking the suspended Grade I listed Marlow Bridge. The hotel overlooks the All Saints Marlow church which provides a stunning photographic backdrop. Ceremonies take place outside on the front lawn adjacent to the riverbank during the summer months for up to 100 loved ones and in a variety of rooms inside the hotel including the Thames Suite for up to 30 people, the River Room for up to 40 and the Regency Room for up to 120 guests. Reception drinks and canapés can be enjoyed on the front lawn during the warmer months while the Regency Terrace and River Room are perfect all year round, hosting receptions for up to 120 guests. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01628 484 444, www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk ❤ We love... that within the selection of wedding packages, the hotel offers menu tastings and accommodation for the night of the wedding for the happy couple. THEMED VENUES 21
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