Your Cheshire and Merseyside Wedding - November/December 2023 (Issue 72)

THORNTON HALL HOTEL & SPA 0151 353 3715 | www.thorntonhallhotel.com Nestled in the peaceful countryside, Thornton Hall Hotel boasts its own luxury holistic spa, which is renowned as one of the finest destination spas in the UK. A stunning wedding location for all seasons, the Hotel combines sophistication and style with genuine, warm hospitality and decades of experience. The pagoda here offers all the charm of a countryside wedding. Located within the Hotel grounds, it boasts 360-degree views of the stunning gardens and the lush scenery beyond. It’s ideal for a spring or summer ceremony, but equally magical in the autumn or winter. The Cristal, is a beautifully designed wedding suite with state-of-the-art lighting, ten glittering crystal chandeliers, and ornate metal ceiling panels adding an extra touch of opulence and Art Deco style. It has direct access to the gardens and is fully-licensed for civil ceremonies. There’s also a bar area and PA system available for you to utilise. The Torintone is the largest of the wedding spaces, capable of hosting 50 to 500 guests – perfect if you have grand plans for your big day. It provides a backdrop of modern decadence with enough space for all of your guests and their plus ones! The reception area features rich Hicks Blue wooden panelling, highlighted by inlayed, distressed, smoked mirrors and platinum wallpaper. The Orangery, leading off of the main suite, gives your guests a place to enjoy the gardens and countryside vistas, and offers a beautiful backdrop for your ceremony. Finally, The Oak Room, situated next to The Lawns Restaurant in the main house, is a stunning space for enjoying fine food and wine with family and friends. It’s perfect for more intimate nuptials being licensed for civil ceremonies and is available Monday to Thursday. CLONTER OPERA THEATRE 01260 224 661 | www.clonter.org Located in the heart of the beautiful Cheshire countryside, surrounded by breathtaking woodland, Clonter is a one-of-a-kind spot for your special day. Weddings can be tailored to suit your budget and, as a theatre, the team can provide suggestions for entertainment if you wish. The venue has its own licensed bar and an excellent choice of caterers. Clonter Opera Theatre has a 400-seat auditorium, orchestra pit and undercover dining, and rehearsal facilities. It’s used for a diverse range of events including opera, folk, jazz, gospel and possibly your wedding! In fact, your wedding can take place on stage in the current production set, be it a Japanese Garden or a Viennese Ballroom. It has four exits which lead to a wide range of flexible break-out rooms offering additional space for your celebrations. The Ramsey Room and Foyer are ideal for weddings of 100 to 200 guests as they merge into one large space. The Ramsey Room has round tables and a long table for the wedding party. The Foyer on the other hand offers round and oblong tables, and can also be used as the dancefloor. The Carmen Room is ideal for smaller events and benefits from easy access to the awning and garden. It can be used as a restaurant and seats 62 on the ground floor and 20 upstairs in the gallery, where miniature theatre sets and costumes are displayed. At nearby Clonterbrook, the Music Room seats 70 theatre style, 36 cabaret style and 30 banquet style. The Gallery can seat 80 for reception and 48 for dining. These creative function rooms are perfect for more intimate celebrations. 22

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