JESMOND DENE HOUSE 0191 212 3000 | https://jesmonddenehouse.co.uk Set within an exclusive suburb minutes from Newcastle city centre, Jesmond Dene House is a Grade II listed, independently owned boutique hotel with 40 luxurious bedrooms. Surrounded by Jesmond Dene, a woodland valley dotted with waterfalls and rustic bridges, the venue is coupled with an award-winning restaurant, headed up by MasterChef The Professionals’ Danny Parker. Licensed for weddings for up to 114 guests, choose from four private rooms in which to celebrate in. The venue’s wood panelled great hall with feature fireplace really has the wow factor, or why not marry outside in the Secret Garden Oasis? Newcastle’s only licensed outdoor wedding venue, it comes complete with private bar and BBQ area, and overlooks Jesmond Dene. Afterwards, step away from tradition when it comes to celebrating; it’s your wedding, so should be your rules! Dine from a lavish banquet with two AA rosette food, feast on afternoon tea with plenty of fizz, or skip the formalities and party the night away with a bespoke buffet or BBQ with your own private chef. Psst! After your wedding service, be sure to take a short stroll to the waterfall in Jesmond Dene for a picture-perfect backdrop. Alternatively, below the venue itself you’ll find its original wine cellars, which again are great for newlywed photos. GRAND HOTEL TYNEMOUTH 0191 293 6666 | www.grandhoteltynemouth.co.uk Owned by the Duke of Northumberland, and initially built as a summer residence in 1872 for the Duchess, the Grand was converted to a hotel in 1877. Regarded as one of the most important landmarks in the area, it boasts a magnificent art deco interior with high ceilings to complement and an incredible sweeping staircase. Then there’s its stone’s-throw location to the award-winning Tynemouth Longsands Beach, which offers amazing photo opportunities thanks to its golden sands, dunes, cliffs and beautiful water. For a more intimate wedding ceremony, the Pearl Room is the obvious choice. Holding up to 100 guests, its pearlised interior complements those all-important photos perfectly. Alternatively, choose the Orchid Suite, where you can say your vows with Tynemouth Longsands as your backdrop. Receptions are then held in the Orchid Suite – with its private bar and roof terrace, it’s nothing short of grand. The Grand Chambers is also a fantastic choice for a memorable celebration. Formerly a nightclub, its built-in dance floor, disco lighting and bar is a great space for up to 200. www.davidewilliamsphotography.co.uk www.eyeofthetynephotography.co.uk 25 HISTORIC VENUES
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