DEER’S LEAP RETREAT, SOUTH MOLTON, DEVON This stunning wedding venue is surrounded by 15 acres of farmland, situated on the edge of Exmoor’s national park which provides stunning vistas of rolling fields and moorland from everywhere on the property. The stone barn features a private bar with comfy sofas and chairs, exposed wooden beams offset by cartwheels draped in fairylights, a large wood-burning fire, stone-flagged flooring and large doors opening out on to the sundrenched, south-facing patio that overlooks the lake and gazebo. The patio area provides a relaxed space for champagne and cocktails and garden games can be enjoyed on the large adjacent lawn. An extended terrace outside the barn and the column heaters and firepits provide warmth during the balmy evenings. At dusk, fairylights and festoon lighting lead guests down to the lantern-lit lake for fireworks reflecting in the water fired to the couple’s choice of song. Outdoor ceremonies take place under the wooden lakeside gazebo perched on the side of the lake surrounded by rolling countryside. It accommodates up to 150 guests under a stretch canopy lit with romantic festoon lighting. Alternatively, the rusticinspired barn with original stone walls offers an indoor option with its hand-crafted wooden fixtures and fittings adding to the ambience for up to 150 guests and receptions also take place here. The large luxury farmhouse that’s home to a sauna, hot tub, large kitchen and lounge sleeps up to 21 guests. There’s a onebedroom bridal suite with a conservatory and hot tub plus a glamping village perfect for guests that are all set on a secluded site offering complete privacy, surrounded by nature. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01398 341 407, www.deersleapweddings.co.uk We love... the virtual mapping of the barn. VALLEYSIDE BARN, BICKLEIGH, DEVON This rustic-inspired, timber-clad barn has an industrial feel to it inside, finished with a sleek black steel framework and wooden beams. It’s located in the stunning Exe Valley and accessed via a hedge-lined driveway that passes by a picturesque pond and beautifully manicured gardens home to a weeping willow tree covering a jetty providing many big-day photo opportunities. Couples can even take a stroll and have their portraits taken along the River Exe. The interior of the spacious barn, where ceremonies and receptions for up to 150 guests take place, provides the wow factor with its handmade chandeliers and bespoke glazed bar leading to a terrace adjoining the paddocks where ceremonies can also take place for up to 150 guests overlooking the rolling hills of the surrounding countryside. An al fresco ceremony option for up to 90 loved ones is in the Mediterranean-style courtyard that’s tucked away and draped in sweet honeysuckle and magnolia, also a great spot for a summer drinks reception. New for 2023 is the gallery ceremony space accommodating up to 100 loved ones. Couples can enjoy the stylish honeymoon suite while their nearest and dearest can stay in the three luxury glamping safari tents sleeping up to 20 people. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01884 855 538, www.valleysidebarn.co.uk We love... the honeymoon suite and three luxury glamping safari tents. Scan to see more Scan to view video www.devon-wedding-photographer.co David Fielding www.hettiepearsonphotography.com 20
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