Spotlight on... OTHER OPTIONS Where to wed and enjoy a mini-moon in West Wiltshire WE VISIT PARADE HOUSE IN TROWBRIDGE... Parade House is a beautiful Bridgerton-style mansion set in the historical centre of The Parade (now Fore Street). This impressive Grade 1 listed Georgian townhouse was originally built in 1720 in the classical style. Walking into Parade House is like entering another world. It offers a choice of six beautifully decorated rooms each with tall ceilings boasting statement chandeliers and carved mouldings; full-height sash windows allowing for plenty of natural daylight; marble fireplaces and antique furniture. Each room is set around the original 18th-century grand staircase, perfect for big-day photography. The elegant first-floor drawing room sits to the left of the building providing the perfect setting for the wedding breakfast. The historic vaults in the basement are home to the new usher’s bar and lounge and the private luxury cinema screening room, ideal for the bridal party to unwind in. All of the rooms inside this historic venue are licensed including the grand staircase. The drawing room holds an intimate 40 guests for the ceremony and reception while the directors room hosts up to 30 people. Both the ballroom and the grand staircase and hall can accommodate up to 56 loved ones for the ceremony and the ballroom alone can host up to 56 guests for the reception. Because this historic property is set back from the street behind iron railings with a small front garden and lawn, an al fresco drinks reception can also be hosted. To find out more and to book, visit www.paradehousetrowbridge.co.uk Turn to page 13 to take advantage of our exclusive offer with Parade House. LOCAL VENUES 13 WHERE TO ENJOY A STAYCATION MINI-MOON Check out the selection of luxury bed and breakfast accommodations across West Wiltshire available to hire from Wolsey Lodges, an award-winning, non-profit membership that lodge owners join. To attain the Wolsey badge, they must live up to certain expectations of excellence. A stay at Brook House located between Chippenham and Devizes offers six guest bedrooms with the master suite benefitting from a private sitting room, a gold-leaf bathroom and original 15th-century rafters. There’s also the cosy Bullocks Horn Cottage located in Malmesbury dating back 200 years. The cute cottage garden is home to an arbour for al fresco dining and accommodation is in the form of two twin bedrooms and a single bedroom. Alternatively, Priory Steps situated in Bradford-on-Avon was originally a terrace of six 17th-century weaver’s cottages and was converted in 1985 into a wonderful bed and breakfast property showcasing panoramic views stretching across the town. To book, visit https://wolseylodges.com Kin House in Kington Langley is a beautifully restored Grade II listed private Georgian manor house set in 10 acres of walled gardens and private woodland which is an exclusive-use stately home venue comprising 12 stunning en suite bedrooms, a bar, dining and lounge spaces and a glamorous dressing room equipped with hairdryers, tongs, hair-washing sinks and swivel chairs placed at a stylish marble bar for the bridal party. There’s even a barber for male grooming treatments. Attached to the side of Kin House is Kilvert Hall, a stylish banquet hall with space for up to 200 guests. https://kinhouse.co.uk Fonthill Estate located in Fonthill Bishop is home to Bake Barn, a restored shooting lodge that’s one of three venues for hire on-site that also includes Quarry Wood, a stunning woodland spot where a wedding under a stretch tent can be held and Deer Park Barn that’s best suited to micro weddings. The interior of Bake Barn boasts exposed beams and rafters, repointed stone walls and a wooden floor. A large fireplace at one end provides a focal point and a photo backdrop when decorated for a wedding. Natural light streams through the middle of the building which features glass doors on both sides and upstairs above the main hall, the Beater’s Loft is a light and airy industrial-style space for those seeking something a little more contemporary. Ceremonies take place here and there’s a separate entrance and private staircase for the grand reveal. www.fonthill.co.uk The Manor House in Chippenham is a 14thcentury luxury hotel and golf club located in the historic village of Castle Combe offering a spectacular setting for weddings set in 365 acres. There are 21 opulent, individually styled rooms and suites and 29 picturesque on-site cottages including a private cottage, Baker’s Cottage that’s located in Castle Combe. The championship-standard, 18-hole golf course is one of the best in the South West. The hotel is also home to the popular Michelin-starred Bybrook restaurant and al fresco dining can be enjoyed on the outdoor terraces. There’s also a dedicated gin bar. www.exclusive.co.uk/the-manor-house
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