Your Devon and Cornwall Wedding - Page number 19 - May/June 2021 (Issue 31)

 PENGERSICK CASTLE, PENZANCE, CORNWALL This magical castle steeped in history sits in formal Tudor grounds home to a pretty Knot and Medieval garden. Inside, it features beamed ceilings, ornately carved granite fireplaces, a fine Tudor stone spiral staircase and the main entrance showcases an arched doorway with a built-in drop slot. Guests can enjoy the four acres of woodland with flower-lined pathways leading to the original Medieval manor house site that’s now a Scheduled Ancient Monument. The castle is best suited to intimate affairs making it the ideal choice for hosting micro weddings of up to 15 loved ones, and elopement celebrations. It’s a Covid 19-secure venue following the current Government guidelines and allows couples to amend dates at no charge. Every room inside the building is licensed for a ceremony, including The Gun Room situated on the ground floor where private dining can also be enjoyed. Another ceremony option is The Solar located on the first floor that enjoys views across the beautifully manicured gardens. Flooded with natural light and an open-plan design, it can be styled for any theme. The Medieval Bower tucked away in the Medieval garden is a wonderful outdoor option for a ceremony. This romantic - almost secret - place located within the gardens is surrounded by roses and vines offering glimpses of the castle building through the rose-covered archways. The main lawn, with the castle as a backdrop, is a perfect setting for a marquee reception. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01736 763 973, www.pengersickcastle.com www.twitter.com/PengersickEvent ❤ We love… the bedroom located at the top of the tower with windows on all four sides offering an abundance of natural light that’s furnished with an impressive four-poster Tudor bed, ideal for newlyweds. HIGHER HOLCOMBE, OTTERY ST MARY, DEVON This enchanting venue is set in 30 acres of pasture that’s gradually being transformed into woodland glades and wildflower meadows. The spacious modern farmhouse accommodates the main wedding party while other guests can stay in the Lotus Belle glamping tents and cute shepherd’s huts with all accommodation included in the venue hire. From the orchard, there’s a bridge over the brook that leads to the sandstone terrace located in front of the wooden Old Dairy barn nestled in the heart of the site. This is a beautifully renovated old milking parlour with an elegantly rustic vibe and south-facing views of the Devonshire countryside. The handmade wooden trestle tables can seat up to 80 loved ones on benches or chairs and at dusk, the festival-style lighting adds a magical touch. Ceremonies take place outside in The Willow ‘cathedral’ - a specially planted area that features three outdoor ‘chapels’ at the end of the walkway aisle for up to 80 guests. The Silver Birch ‘church’ is an avenue of silver birch trees providing shade for al fresco ceremonies of up to 60 guests with a secluded, romantic feel. Receptions take place in The Old Dairy barn which is the main reception area for up to 80 people. There’s also a specially made stretch tent in the ‘posh paddock’ for outdoor ceremonies if the weather is unpredictable. Finally, the farmhouse Mediterranean courtyard can be used for pre-wedding dinners and morning-after brunch parties. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 07740 978 408, www.higherholcombe.co.uk www.facebook.com/higher.holcombe ❤ We love… the quirky Hobbit House honeymoon suite – turn to page nine to read more. Photography of Higher Holcombe courtesy of www.veri tywestcottphotography.com THEMED VENUES 19