Your Devon and Cornwall Wedding - Jul/Aug 2019 (Issue 20)

 Images of bridal suite at Coombe Trenchard courtesy of venetianorrington.com and interior courtesy of clarekinchinphotography.co.uk REGIONAL VENUES 15 COOMBE TRENCHARD, NR OKEHAMPTON This privately owned country house estate nestled in manicured gardens and acres of grounds located on the fringes of Dartmoor provides couples with the opportunity to say their vows inside or out. It’s the ideal choice for intimate or elopement weddings, or larger, grand gatherings inside the main Edwardian house that showcases many original features. The extensive grounds are home to the Coach House, Courtyard, Italian Terrace and Clock Tower. Civil ceremonies and receptions take place in a choice of 12 different locations in the house and grounds. The Main Hall seats up to 75 guests for an indoor ceremony, with The Morning Room and The Old Billiard Room seating 60 loved ones. Outside, a larger gathering of people can watch the couple exchange their vows under the Clock Tower, in The Pavilion, in the Bothy or in the Coach House with its covered courtyard. Couples wanting a traditional church wedding can do so at the stunning St. Peters Church at Lewtrenchard, just a short walk from the estate. This country retreat offers elegant and flexible spaces for the wedding breakfast and reception, including the option of erecting a marquee on the Italian Terrace. There’s the Old Billiard Room in the main house best suited to a smaller group, and the rustic-inspired Coach House with its covered courtyard for up to 120 standing. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01566 783 179, coombetrenchard.co.uk @coombetrenchardgardens ❤ We love... the Boutique & Beautiful mid-week wedding package for up to 40 guests. Everything is prepared by the talented team at Coombe Trenchard who hand-pick items from a selection of local wedding suppliers. These wedding venues offer something for every couple The wonders of WEST DEVON THE BEDFORD HOTEL, TAVISTOCK The Bedford Hotel is located in the heart of Tavistock, an ancient market town in West Devon, situated opposite the picturesque parish church of St Eustacius, in the bustling Pannier market square. This traditional, historic hotel is filled with antiques to complement the period features, with ceremonies taking place for up to 90 guests in the historic Woburn Room. This can be followed by a reception in the contemporary Gallery 26 Suite, a bright space with floor-to-ceiling windows, which can accommodate up to 100 guests for the wedding breakfast and a further 50 for the reception. With 31 stylish rooms, there’s the opportunity for guests to stay over the night of the wedding. There’s complimentary car parking and this classic Devonshire hotel is dog friendly. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01822 613 221, bedford-hotel.co.uk ❤ We love... that you can book this stylish property as an exclusive-use venue.