An Essex Wedding - Nov/Dec 2019 (Issue 89)

  STOKE BY NAYLAND HOTEL, GOLF, SPA & LODGES 01206 262 836 | stokebynayland.com WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT? Set in 300 acres of Constable country, within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, sits this wonderful venue. Award-winning and family- owned, it has been hosting weddings for more than 45 years. Guests will love the five luxury lodges for accommodation in a secluded, woodland setting beside a beautiful lake. The rural hotel is reached via a long driveway, which passes between the stunning fairways of two championship golf courses. During winter, Stoke by Nayland Hotel provides a welcoming, festive atmosphere with an open log fire that burns apple wood from the family farm. LET’S CELEBRATE! Ceremonies are held in The Garden Room (85 guests) or The Constable Rooms (300 guests), both of which offer stunning vistas and terraces. After the formalities, couples can choose from two reception settings. The fabulous Devora Suite (300 guests) features a vaulted ceiling, twinkling chandeliers and floor-to-ceiling windows to soak in the undulating countryside beyond. The Gainsborough Room (85 guests) is named after the famous local artist. It features pretty arches and leads out on to a private south-facing terrace. Couples will love the complimentary use of a golf buggy to transport them to different picturesque areas for their photographs. They’ll also be glad to know there’s plenty of luxurious accommodation for them and their loved ones. We love… The venue is owned by the Peake Family who have been growing fruit in Suffolk for more than 80 years – so expect to see plenty of fresh, seasonal produce on the menus. The hotel is also passionate about conservation and protecting the environment, and takes big steps to ensure it’s as green as possible. 32