THE BEDFORD HOTEL, TAVISTOCK, DEVON The Bedford Hotel’s stunning imposing façade reflects the style and grandeur of a place which has been at the centre of life in Tavistock for more than a century. The parish church of St Eustatius is just across the road, as is the bustling square and Pannier Market which mark the heart of this historic market town. The pretty front garden is a delight at any time of year, particularly during the spring and summer months when it shows off the skills of the hotel’s gardeners. One of the hotel’s best-kept secrets is its ancient walled garden (often referred to as The Secret Garden) which has a manicured lawn, formal borders and a herb garden used by the hotel’s chefs. Traditional, historic and utterly charming, the warm and welcoming public areas are packed with original features and antiques. There are 31 individually styled bedrooms and suites, from comfortable classic rooms to indulgent four-poster rooms and the spacious Bridal Suite. Ceremonies take place in the historic wood-panelled Woburn room, seating up to 90 guests. The hotel’s Gallery 26 function suite is a bright, contemporary space at the heart of the hotel where receptions are held. Floor-to-ceiling windows fill the space with natural daylight plus there’s also atmospheric lighting, a dancefloor, air conditioning and underfloor heating. Although the room is contemporary in style, the historic features of the hotel are cleverly revealed in the design of the room, giving it a unique character and style. Exclusive-use weddings are a popular option at The Bedford. The hotel is exclusively for the couple and their guests for the duration of the celebration including all 31 bedrooms to accommodate guests. https://bedford-hotel.co.uk www.instagram.com/bedford_hotel_tavistock www.facebook.com/thebedfordhotel TWO BRIDGES HOTEL, DARTMOOR NATIONAL PARK, DEVON Commanding a unique riverside location in the heart of Dartmoor National Park, with views of the rolling countryside in every direction, this hotel features riverside lawns sweeping down to the crystal-clear waters of the West Dart River. The Riverside Pagoda takes centre stage for a romantic outdoor wedding and the informal, beautiful gardens which surround the hotel merge into the open moorland beyond. A beautiful country house hotel and former coaching inn oozing a sense of character and style from the first glimpse as guests arrive over the historic bridge across the West Dart River, visitors will feel like they have stepped back in time. It’s filled with antiques, flickering candlelight, crackling log fires and a sense of warmth and well-being. From the award-winning Tors Restaurant to the elegant, light-filled Fountain Room function suite, each area boasts a sense of heritage, quality and occasion. Guests can stay the night in a choice of individually styled rooms, from characterful Country Rooms to distinctly indulgent Premier Rooms with four poster beds and spa baths. Ceremonies take place in the historic Tors Room for up to 140 guests. It’s filled with antiques, and fine artwork and lit by candlelight. The light and airy Fountain Room with French windows opening on to the gardens is another option for up to 40 guests while the traditional pagoda perched on the riverbank offers a stunning outdoor wedding location for up to 140 guests seated on the adjacent lawn. Receptions are enjoyed in the Georgian Room that’s perfect for an intimate and stylish wedding breakfast for up to 20 loved ones while the Fountain Room seats up to 100 for a larger gathering. https://twobridges.co.uk www.instagram.com/two_bridges_hotel www.facebook.com/twobridgeshotel www.malthousephotography.co.uk www.malthousephotography.co.uk www.malthousephotography.co.uk www.rabbithousestudiophotography.com https://louise-eleanor.com 16
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