Your Kent Wedding - January/February 2024 (Issue 112)

THE SPA HOTEL 01892 520 331 | www.spahotel.co.uk The Spa Hotel is nestled within 14 acres of picturesque grounds close to the centre of Royal Tunbridge Wells. Originally built in 1766 as a country mansion, it first opened its doors to guests in 1880, and the hotel is now a well-known Georgian landmark of the town. Following extensive refurbishments its original grandeur works in harmony with modern luxury, providing a sought-after, premium venue. Its glorious grounds and gardens contain the breathtaking Spa Temple where you can say your ‘I dos’ overlooking the rolling Kentish countryside and the picturesque, spring-fed lake. Ceremonies take place in the aforementioned Spa Temple with up to 250 loved ones − wet weather option always provided! Inside, The Royal Suite, the largest function suite, is a grand space situated at the back of the hotel, with large bay windows overlooking the lawns and a large bar. It can host up to 250-day guests and 300 evening attendees. The recently refurbished Chandelier Suite is a light and airy space at the front of the hotel, with contemporary and neutral décor and a private bar. It can host 140 guests for the ceremony, 90 for the wedding breakfast and 120 for the evening do. Finally, the Churchill Room is small but perfectly formed for intimate ceremony gatherings of 45 on the first floor, overlooking the beautiful gardens. It can seat 24 for the wedding breakfast and 30 evening guests. What’s more, the hotel offers award-winning catering with extensive menus for canapés, wedding breakfasts and receptions. There are also seven, individually designed bridal suites for the night of your wedding or to get ready in with your bridal party. Couples booking this big-day venue benefit from a free tasting, a room or suite for the night of the wedding and first anniversary stay, and some complimentary extras (dependent on package). MERCURE TUNBRIDGE WELLS 01892 628 298 | www.mercuretunbridgewells.co.uk Built around the original Georgian Dower House, Mercure Tunbridge Wells is a charming four-star hotel showcasing the perfect combination of traditional and modern. The Oast House provides a grand entrance for you and your guests whilst the Original Georgian House and terrace provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere. All of its function rooms are neutral, providing the perfect backdrop for any theme. The Parkside Suite hosts up to 150 day and evening guests; located on the ground floor, it’s fully accessible and has its own private function bar, lavatories and direct access to its own private garden – your guests have everything they need all in one place! Park Avenue Suite, accommodating 70 day and 50 evening guests, is located on the first floor in the original part of the building. It boasts Georgian windows and is the perfect space for more intimate wedding breakfasts and gatherings. Finally, Park View Suite (40) is ideal for more intimate ceremonies and overlooks − and has direct access to − the courtyard. When choosing this venue for the big day, couples receive a complimentary menu tasting prior to the wedding, a complimentary stay in the bridal suite including breakfast, and also to celebrate their oneyear anniversary a complimentary dinner in the hotel restaurant! www.pennyyoungphotography.com www.pennyyoungphotography.com 28

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