In an English country garden We’ve combed the region’s wedding venues to find those with the most glorious gardens BATCH COUNTRY HOUSE 01934 750 371 | https://batchcountryhouse.co.uk A comfortable home with a traditional farmhouse feel, Batch Country House boasts cosy lounge areas and ample space. An exclusive-use venue it only hosts one wedding per day. The venue’s beautiful, awardwinning landscaped gardens overlook the Mendip Hills, and you’ll find plenty of water features dotted around including ponds, waterfalls and fountains. Plus, the outdoor photo opportunities are endless. Batch Country House is licensed for indoor and outdoor civil ceremonies. Outside, the garden gazebo is available and can seat up to 130 loved ones. Indoor ceremonies are held in the Somerset Suite, the venue’s wonderful, converted barn, complete with beams, minster fireplace and hand-crafted oak doors. It can seat up to 120 for the ceremony. Receptions are most often hosted in the Ivory Suite for a maximum of 250 guests. It’s a permanent building decorated in a marquee style with ivory drapes, chandeliers, starlit dancefloor and canopy. There’s also a full working bar, air conditioning and central heating so you’ll be comfortable whatever the weather. The venue offers a complimentary overnight stay in the bridal suite on the night of the wedding. BERWICK LODGE 0117 450 7605 | www.berwicklodge.co.uk Berwick Lodge offers a warm and welcoming ambience; everything you’d expect from a lodge. It’s surrounded by timeless features such as original wood panelling and stone fireplaces with cosy fires. A gorgeous sweeping staircase leads to 14 bedrooms, all uniquely designed and named after ancient civilizations of the Anatolian period, flaunting a subtle flare of East-meets-West; a tribute to the Turkish and British heritage of the independent owners. The Lodge is nestled within 18 acres of glorious gardens and woodland and offers views that reach across to Wales. From the ornate fountain, apple orchard and a breathtaking archway leading to the striking Aphrodite’s Dome the gardens make a wonderful backdrop for those all -important photos. Hosting up to 100 guests for a legal ceremony the Mews, a converted stable block, is home to Mesopotamia, with its sparkling chandeliers and large sky windows, which offer a peaceful view of the woodland and countryside beyond. In the eaves of the Mews, is an elegant and understated room named the Summeria holding up to 30 nearest and dearest, its skylight views and stained-glass window entrance create a sophisticated setting for a special day. For those looking to tie the knot in the sunshine of the dreamy gardens, the venue offers three scenic locations: Aphrodite’s Dome, The Fountain, and The Archway. The venue caters for any type of wedding from an intimate elopement to grand exclusive parties for up to 150 guests. The dining room, Hattusa, can host a wedding breakfast for up to 100 guests and an evening reception of up to 150 guests. Bursting with character, Hattusa features a quirky old London bar, rich wooden furniture and a flamboyant pulpit ideal for speeches. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame this bright and airy room that overlooks the quaint Summerhouse and stunning gardens. The original wooden flooring is the perfect dancefloor, and the snug lounge was made for enjoying those quieter moments. https://redmaplephotography.com www.facebook.com/ChristyBlanchPhotography https://shutterbliss.co.uk 21 GLORIOUS GARDENS
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