Your Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wedding - Page number 25 - June/July 2021 (Issue 89)

CHEQUERS HOTEL NEWBURY, BERKSHIRE Situated in the historic town of Newbury, this Grade 11 listed restored Georgian property, formerly a coaching inn, has recently enjoyed a £750,000 refurbishment to its restaurant and function room combining original features with a sleek boutique hotel design. There’s a courtyard garden to the rear with four terraces allowing for al fresco dining or post-ceremony drinks. The first tier of the garden is wheelchair accessible with a patio area, the second is a lawn layer with canopies decorated with atmospheric lighting, the third level is a patio terrace with recently restored water features and the top terrace is a lawn and casual seating area perfect for a live band or DJ to perform outside. Ceremonies take place in The Carnarvon Room for up to 45 people, however, the area can be expanded to include The Garden Room for a total of 120 loved ones. The Garden Room is where up to 75 people can otherwise be hosted for the reception. There’s a dancefloor, lounge area, modern bar and restaurant, and comfortable overnight accommodation. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01635 38000, https://chequershotelnewbury.co.uk https://m.facebook.com/ChequersHotel www.instagram.com/chequers_hotelnewbury WE LOVE... that this town-centre property offers free parking. KINGS CHAPEL OLD AMERSHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE Originally built as a baptist chapel and then used as a school building, the iconic cupola and domed roof are recognisable for miles. The private walled garden tucked behind the chapel boasts majestic views of the sprawling fields and the venue is set in the grounds of the Kings Arms Hotel, a 16 th -century coaching inn with the original archway entrance. The Main Hall is at the heart of the venue, where ceremonies take place, with tall arched windows flooding the room with natural daylight. The original wooden pulpit, which looks romantic adorned with lights, candles, foliage and flower arrangements, provides a beautiful ceremony backdrop and later, this room is transformed for the wedding breakfast. The elegant reception room, home to a dancefloor under the glittering chandeliers and an exposed-brick bar is the perfect party space. A fun drinks reception can take place in the walled garden with the use of the converted horsebox bar. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01494 725 722, https://kingschapeloldamersham.co.uk www.instagram.com/kingschapeloldamersham WE LOVE... that all couples receive a complimentary honeymoon suite (currently being redecorated to include a freestanding bath and four-poster, super-king bed). All bedrooms included within the booking receive a guaranteed low rate and include breakfast. MISSENDEN ABBEY, GREAT MISSENDEN, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE This exclusive-use, 12 th -century period venue has been lovingly transformed with a contemporary feel. The main house boasts exquisite architectural detail with unique stained-glass windows and a decorative staircase. The beautifully maintained gardens are home to a summerhouse, pond and a 500-year-old Cedar tree. Ceremonies take place in the Garden Room that holds up to 100 guests. Larger parties can enjoy the Library with a drink’s reception held in the picturesque grounds and a seasonal marquee with a starlit canopy accommodating up to 150 people. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01494 866 811, https://missendenabbey.co.uk www.facebook.com/MissendenAbbey www.instagram.com/missendenabbey WE LOVE... that the bridal suite is complimentary on the night of the wedding. Images of Kings Chapel courtesy of www.tomhampsonphotography.com; Photography of Missenden Abbey courtesy of www.richardpuncheonphotography.com HISTORIC VENUES 25