Your Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wedding - February /March 2021 (Issue 87)

This wonderful wedding venue is situated in the grounds of a 17 th -century farmhouse located in the rolling countryside of North Buckinghamshire. The barn is a bright and spacious structure featuring a vaulted ceiling that retains its links with the hay barn that stood in the same spot 100 years ago. It’s decorated with fairylights and features a specialist lighting and sound system. When restrictions lift, it can seat up to 120 guests for a wedding breakfast and accommodate an additional 80 partygoers for the evening reception. Ceremonies take place in a choice of locations in the barn or the quiet country gardens. There’s also the option of a large silk-lined marquee complete with chandeliers and festoon lighting located next to the bar providing additional space for drinks, evening food and entertainment. The well-stocked bar located on the ground floor serves an extensive range of gins and it can be themed as a cocktail bar with the resident mixologist preparing a signature cocktail for the wedding day. Next to it is a relaxing snug area - a separate lounge with mood lighting where guests can chill out. The Oxfordshire Golf, Hotel and Spa situated in the heart of the Chilterns is a 50-bedroom hotel and spa with a championship golf course accessed via a tree-lined driveway. The Tempus Spa offers indulgent treatment rooms and poolside facilities and the bedrooms include four luxurious Penthouse Suites with private balconies and his and hers basins. The hotel is modelled on a contemporary interpretation of a traditional English country house with handmade furnishings. The Sakura restaurant situated in a peaceful annexe in the hotel features a picture window running the full length of the room, revealing stunning views of the golf course and the Oxfordshire countryside. Signature dishes are combined with a selection of fine wines and afternoon tea is served from 2 pm until 4 pm priced at £19 per person. When restrictions lift, the hotel provides the perfect backdrop for small and large ceremonies and receptions of up to 200 loved ones. The chic wedding suites all lead out on to the elevated terrace with spectacular views, and the talented team provide top-quality catering. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01844 278 300, www.theoxfordshire.com www.instagram.com/theoxfordshire WINTERS TALE COUNTRY BARN, STEEPLE CLAYDON, BUCKINGHAM Another option... THE OXFORDSHIRE GOLF, HOTEL AND SPA Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01296 738 040, www.facebook.com/winterstalecountrybarn We love... the on-site accommodation provided in the Ember Eve Barn located across the courtyard, complimentary for the newlyweds on the wedding night complete with an antique four-poster bed, large Victorian slipper bath and private balcony overlooking the fields. Next door is the Harvest Moon Barn, a large two-bedroom structure sleeping up to four guests. (www.harvestmoonbarn.co.uk) We love... that the hotel has partnered with a local shooting ground to offer high-quality clay pigeon shooting experiences, a great activity for guests. 24