What’s new? MAGICAL CORNISH VENUES LICENSED FOR WEDDINGS WITH MY CORNWALL WEDDING With more than four hundred miles of coastline, Cornwall is home not only to glorious beaches but also castles, stately homes, vineyards, working farms, engine houses and much more. There are magical tales of folklore married with romantic history. There’s something for everyone in Cornwall so couples getting married in the region can make it official in a way that suits them with My Cornwall Wedding. Choosing a wedding venue is one of the first exciting steps to getting married. The My Cornwall Wedding licence has an extensive selection of fabulous venues to choose from all of which are available to hold a legal, bespoke, celebrant-led wedding ceremony. They can all be easily found using either the new interactive map, searching by the venue name or by filtering options to meet requirements. Couples can use the interactive wedding map to: •See the location of all venues licensed to hold legal weddings. •Use the bookmarks to search by area. •Residents in Cornwall can find their nearest venue by using the ‘find my location’ button. •Use the satellite image to see the venue. •Click on the hearts to see a photo of the venue and use the link in the box to find out more information. •Share venue details with a partner, family and friends on social media or by email. www.cornwall.gov.uk/births-marriages-deaths/ my-cornwall-wedding www.facebook.com/mycornwallwedding POLURRIAN ON THE LIZARD, HELSTON, CORNWALL This award-winning Cornish wedding venue, hotel and spa in Helston, part of the Loxley Collection, offers the space, facilities and freedom to create an unforgettable day in a spectacular setting. There’s fantastic food and drink, impressive reception rooms boasting sea views and 41 individually styled bedrooms to wow guests. Both intimate weddings and large parties can be catered for, with a choice of exclusive and non-exclusive packages and the experienced wedding and events team is on hand to help couples realise their dream day. On a clear day, the uninterrupted views from Polurrian Cove stretch to the southwest tip of Cornwall, including the iconic St Michael’s Mount. Ceremonies and receptions take place in The Cove View Suite which provides a blank canvas for most themes. This versatile room is bright and airy, with a bar, private washroom facilities and views of the sea from its private terrace. The suite has a maximum capacity of 90 guests for the ceremony and up to 100 people seated for the wedding breakfast. The restaurant offers stunning, panoramic views over the Atlantic Ocean, decorated and furnished in a modern, contemporary style, offering a maximum capacity of 60 ceremony guests. This space has been designed with a timeless style and laid-back comfort in mind. It’s available to hire from January to June and during September, October and November. Perfect for smaller, more intimate ceremonies and the wedding breakfast for a maximum of up to 60 guests is the Marconi room with its classic details, fitting for a timeless wedding. Alternatively, the spacious and stunning Vista Lounge offers uninterrupted sea views, gorgeous furnishings and fittings and is bathed in natural light. Guests will be blown away by the sheer beauty of this space that’s large enough to host an impressive celebration yet still create a party atmosphere. There are luxury self-catering villas and a cottage available for guests, plus an award-winning restaurant and spa and a range of outstanding facilities including an indoor pool, a fully equipped gym and a relaxing hot tub not to mention an outdoor tennis court, a seasonal outdoor pool and long stretches of coastal path on the doorstep (non-members are welcome to use the spa facilities too). The expert spa therapists can perform a wide range of spa treatments, from massages to facials plus spa day packages and yoga and wellbeing classes, the perfect way to get wedding-ready. The team are hosting a Wedding Fair on Saturday 15th February and Sunday 19th October 2025 from 1 pm until 4 pm with free entry. Couples can enjoy canapés and a glass of fizz plus meet local suppliers. www.polurrianhotel.com www.instagram.com/polurrianonthelizard www.facebook.com/polurrian SOUTH CORNWALL Spotlight on... 23 LOCAL VENUES
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