Your Devon and Cornwall Wedding - May/June 2024 (Issue 49)

ROSWARNE HOUSE, HOLMAN PARK This classical Georgian Grade II-listed house commands a prime position in six acres of parkland. It’s approached via electric gates leading up a driveway to the front of the house where there’s a columned entrance porch welcoming guests. Inside, it’s Jane Austen in style with 29 rooms featuring tall ceilings and several beautiful rooms, including the Ballroom, Drawing Room, Music Room, Library, and the circle of the Orangery. The elliptical staircase leading to the marble hallway with red marble columns offers big-day photo opportunities. The grounds are alive with trees, shrubs and flowers, with magnolias, rhododendrons, camellias in the spring, and bluebells and roses as the summer approaches. There’s plenty of seated space outside under the Balinese parasols when the sun is shining. Ceremonies take place in the Drawing Room, which faces south and has three pairs of French windows opening on to the lawn. The marble hallway is also ideal for a dramatic ceremony as one can enter the hall via the sweeping staircase to make a striking entrance and the elegant Orangery offers another option accommodating up to 40 people. Receptions take place in the Orangery, or there’s also a large Dining Room and Ballroom with tables and chairs set for the wedding breakfast. This room offers a variety of different lighting effects and large curved windows which allow access to the garden. This classic Regency historical house offers accommodation for up to 18 people inside the house. www.roswarne.co.uk POLURRIAN ON THE LIZARD UNVEIL HEN PARTY SPECIAL This award-winning Cornish wedding venue in Helston offers the space, facilities and freedom to create an unforgettable day. There’s fantastic food and drink, impressive sea view reception rooms and 41 individually styled bedrooms to wow guests. Both intimate weddings and large parties can be catered for, with a choice of exclusive and non-exclusive packages and the experienced wedding and events team is on hand to help couples realise their dream day. On a clear day, the uninterrupted views from Polurrian Cove stretch to the southwest tip of Cornwall, including the iconic St Michael’s Mount. Ceremonies and receptions take place in The Cove View Suite which provides a perfect blank canvas for most themes. This versatile room is bright and airy, with its own bar, private washroom facilities and views of the sea from its private terrace. The suite has a maximum capacity of 90 guests for the ceremony and up to 100 people seated for the wedding breakfast. During the high season from May to December, prices start from £1,000 and during the low season from January to April, prices start from £700. The restaurant offers stunning, panoramic views over the Atlantic Ocean and is decorated and furnished in a modern, contemporary style, offering a maximum capacity of 60 ceremony guests. This space has been designed with a timeless style and laid-back comfort in mind. It’s available to hire from January to June and during September, October and November with prices from £2,500. A vista ceremony starts from £1,500. Perfect for smaller, more intimate ceremonies and the wedding breakfast for a maximum of up to 60 guests is the Marconi room with its classic details, fitting for a timeless wedding. Prices start from £500 during the high season from May until December and from £300 during the low season from January to April. Alternatively, the spacious and stunning Vista Lounge offers uninterrupted sea views, gorgeous furnishings and fittings and is bathed in natural light. Guests will be blown away by the sheer beauty of this space that’s large enough to host an impressive celebration yet still create a party atmosphere. For couples who book the Island View Suite package, the mini electric Nosmoke vehicle is available to use. There’s also a Hen Party Special, perfect for those who want a pre-wedding pamper that includes a one-night stay with dinner, bed and breakfast plus cocktail making and a signature cocktail or prosecco on arrival. It also includes full use of the Health Club facilities plus a 30-minute treatment for the hens and an hour for the bride-to-be. Rates start from £314. To book, visit www.polurrianhotel.com/offers-breaks/hen-party-special www.polurrianhotel.com www.jaketimms.com www.jaketimms.com Scan to view video 22

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