BUCKINGHAMSHIRE RAILWAY SOCIETY, AYLESBURY, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE This heritage glass-roofed railway centre building is the original Oxford railway station, Rewley Road, which was dismantled and rebuilt here piece by piece. It’s situated in the Buckinghamshire countryside within 25 acres offering a stunning and unusual venue for weddings. It’s bright and airy with a relaxed atmosphere and the quirky, vintage backdrop differs from other venues. Couples can get married between beautifully restored vintage Victorian carriages and steam engines. Ceremonies and receptions for up to 150 guests take place at the far end of the station building with a large floor-to-ceiling window providing views of the surrounding countryside. There are several different seating and table options available and the tall glass ceiling that floods the venue with plenty of natural daylight looks fantastic styled with pretty bunting or ribbon streamers. The large separate dancefloor is popular for those who like to boogie! There are 25 acres for guests to wander at their leisure and admire the heritage railway exhibits around the site, which give many wonderful and unique photographic opportunities. Couples can even hire a steam train for their guests to enjoy! This is a wedding venue that will stand out from the rest – one that guests will never forget. https://bucksrailcentre.org VENUE HENLEY - THE GREENLANDS HOTEL, HENLEY-ON-THAMES, OXFORDSHIRE Stepping through the entrance at his spectacular property, you’ll find a traditional, elegant interior which is warm and welcoming. Set within the 30-acre Henley Business School estate in the stunning Oxfordshire countryside, Greenlands provides the perfect, unforgettable setting, for a truly memorable wedding. Formal rooms including the elegant Heyworth Suite feature decorative pillars, bright and airy spaces and spectacular views through the tall windows overlooking the grounds and stretching across to the River Thames. This wedding venue boasts a picture-perfect riverside backdrop that will not only elevate the entire setting of a celebration but will also provide endless photography opportunities and Insta-worthy shots. The idyllic riverside location paired with the gorgeous grounds offers a picturesque backdrop to the Grade II listed house, which is steeped in history, character and charm. Ceremonies take place in a choice of two licensed rooms. The Heyworth Suite, as mentioned above and the Garden Common Room. Both can accommodate between 40 and 120 guests in a tranquil setting within the main house with the option of holding a grand reception outside in a marquee alongside the River Thames. A canapé and a drinks reception can be hosted on the terrace before guests take their seats for a delicious wedding breakfast in the Heyworth Restaurant, complete with elegant white table linen, that can be decorated to suit any wedding theme. The in-house hospitality team provides a wide range of catering and refreshment options for the wedding breakfast and couples will decide on their final menu from a wide choice. The team also pride itself on offering a flexible approach especially if something less formal, such as a barbecue is requested. Couples can arrive at the venue by water or road. Whether they have their heart set on a vintage car or a speedboat, they can arrive in style! As newlyweds, the happy couple will enjoy a complimentary stay on their wedding night in the 100-room hotel including breakfast that can be enjoyed with friends and family who are also encouraged to stay overnight. Greenlands Hotel offers stylish and comfortable en-suite bedrooms, some of which are king balcony rooms with discounted rates available to wedding guests who can book direct with the team using a discount code via the website. Greenlands is fully licensed to hold ceremonies and, location-wise, sits under the Buckinghamshire Council Registration Services. They’re proud to offer indoor and outdoor wedding ceremony options in conjunction with the Buckinghamshire Registration Service. Many couples choose to hold their ceremony and wedding breakfast in the same location to make it convenient for guests, but some seek something traditional and opt for one of the beautiful churches in Henley to hold their ceremony, heading to Greenlands afterwards for the wedding breakfast and to stay over. The dedicated coordinators take pride in providing a flexible approach to each special day and can tailor-make packages to suit all requirements. They understand that choosing the perfect venue is important, and invite all couples to meet them for a show round, where they can discuss the wedding plans in more detail. Those who book with will have their very own event coordinator to plan every detail of the day (or weekend), to ensure that it runs like clockwork. The team have plenty of experience in organising weddings at Greenlands and the coordinator will be on-site the entire day, ensuring everything runs smoothly. The Venue Henley team will be exhibiting at the County Wedding Events Signature Wedding Show at Ascot Racecourse on Sunday 6th April from 11 am until 3 pm - one of the largest and best wedding shows ever to be held in Berkshire. www.hospitalityuor.co.uk/venue-henley https://katrinamatthewsphotography.co.uk 29 LOCAL VENUES
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