Your Cheshire and Merseyside Wedding - May/June 2020 (Issue 51)

14 THE ISLA GLADSTONE CONSERVATORY, L4 0TD 0151 263 0363 | www.theislagladstone.co.uk A traditional Victorian conservatory, The Isla Gladstone offers a sun-flooded interior that breathes warmth and drama into any occasion. Both a significant cultural and architectural piece of history the impressive structure dates back to the 1800s. Nestled amidst picturesque rose gardens, glistening lakes and historical sandstone pavilions the splendor of the venue provides a glorious backdrop bringing the outside in and allowing your imagination to run wild in creating the day of your dreams. The conservatory itself is packed with wonder and charm and is flooded by natural daylight. It can hold 300 guests. The beautiful bandstand offers a fairytale setting for your vows, it lights up in the evening, providing a wonderful photo opportunity for some spectacular couple shots. MERSEYSIDE MARITIME MUSEUM, L3 4AQ 0151 478 4780 | www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/weddings The Grade I listed Merseyside Maritime Museum boasts an impressive location on the Royal Albert Dock. The building is steeped in industrial history, making it an iconic landmark in Liverpool. Transformed from a storage warehouse where valuable shipping cargo was stored over 100 years ago, features of this characterful space include stylish exposed brick walls and large beautiful windows. Fascinating objects and artefacts are displayed in spacious galleries, which run throughout. The venue still boasts many of its original features, including stunning colonnades, which overlook the water. This outdoor space is an ideal area to enjoy drinks receptions, evening buffets and barbecues. It even offers you the opportunity to hop on a boat and sail off into the sunset. Ceremonies accompanied by 200 guests take place in the events space on the fourth floor overlooking the iconic Dock and Three Graces. Later on, you’ll celebrate with up to 400 of your nearest and dearest here as well as in the adjacent Maritime Dining Room. The wooden floors running through the two spaces give the entire fourth floor a light, airy feel, perfect for weddings of any size. www.pau ljosephphotography.co.uk www.pau ljosephphotography.co.uk