Your Cheshire and Merseyside Wedding - November/December 2024 (Issue 78)

THE VINCENT HOTEL 01704 883 800 | https://thevincenthotel.com The Vincent Hotel in Southport is a lifestyle hotel and stunning wedding venue based in the North West of England. Located on Southport’s Lord Street with its very own 59 stylish bedrooms including a luxurious Penthouse Suite, the venue is also home to the contemporary V Café & Restaurant offering a diverse British and European menu, along with an exclusive spa where you can experience peace and tranquillity. Civil ceremonies take place in the elegant Parisienne Suite with its stunning views over the historical boulevards of Southport. The epitome of sophistication and romance, it’s equally suited to an intimate occasion or larger weddings with up to 130 guests. Should you prefer a religious ceremony, Southport is home to some of the most beautiful churches in the area. After the “I dos” welcome drinks and canapés will be served in the stylish bar while you catch up with family and friends or disappear for that all-important photo session. The Parisienne Suite is also the perfect location for your wedding breakfast with its fabulous floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the suite with light and exude elegance. Not forgetting your very own private balcony, ideal for that perfect picture of all your guests for you to cherish forever. What’s more, the executive chef has designed an extensive menu using the finest, locally-sourced produce, which you can select from and personalise to create your bespoke wedding breakfast. As the day draws to a close, it’s time to kick back and enjoy your entertainment along with a delicious buffet before dancing the night away. THE RACQUET CLUB HOTEL 0151 236 6676 | www.racquetclub.org.uk Located in the commercial district of Liverpool, The Racquet Club is perfectly positioned for access to public transport and car parking facilities. Close to the famous Liverpool Waterfront it’s the ideal spot for a city wedding. Built in 1859 by Sir James Picton as the headquarters for Sir William Brown, an American shipping merchant, it takes the shape of an Italian Palazzo and has carved plaques above the windows including Isabella I who gave permission and funding for Columbus’ voyage, Columbus, Bermejo a Spanish adventurer, Vespucci, Cortez, Queen Anaconana and Francisco Pizarro. Throughout, the venue is furnished with an eclectic mix of modern and traditional pieces along with an extensive collection of original artwork. The Main Room can accommodate 130 loved ones for the ceremony and 138 for the reception. Meanwhile, the Restaurant benefits from large arched windows in a fantastic airy space with adjacent intimate bar. There’s space here for 100 for the “I dos” and dining. For more intimate celebrations, the Club Room can host 25 for the ceremony and 40 for the wedding breakfast, and the Private Dining Room too can hold 25 for the vows or 24 for reception. Overall capacity for the evening bash is 250. There are also eight bedrooms each individually decorated in a blend of traditional and contemporary styles, and the period events floor accommodates wedding and family gatherings. www.matthewrycraft.co.uk www.matthewrycraft.co.uk 22

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