Your East Anglian Wedding - Jun/Jul 2019 (Issue 37)

Butley Priory, Nr. Woodbridge 01394 450 046 | butleypriory.co.uk Located in the wilds of the Suffolk Heritage Coast, the gatehouse is virtually all that’s left of the former Augustinian Priory. Steeped in romance and history, the privately owned family house and grounds provide a magical backdrop for weddings. Licensed for ceremonies for up to 100 people, couples can exchange vows in the majestic Great Hall, with its breathtaking vaulted stone ceilings, or the Drawing Room for 45 guests followed by an in-house wedding breakfast for up to 80 loved ones and an extra 40 for the evening reception. You can also have a marquee wedding where the numbers are unlimited. The Priory sleeps 20 guests, which is included in the exclusive hire and for extra family and friends, there’s also a glamping meadow down by the lakes. We love... the fabulous setting complete with its own lake. Great Yarmouth Racecourse 01493 842 527 | greatyarmouth-racecourse.co.uk Situated just a few minutes’ walk from the beach, this seaside venue is a front-runner in the wedding stakes; great for horse racing fans and for those looking for a coastal location. Set in vast grounds, it offers flexibility and a wide choice of rooms and suites for weddings of all sizes. The Lord Nelson Grandstand boasts modern suites licensed for weddings, there’s a wealth of standout photo opportunities, views across the track and out to sea, plus several on-site marquees with private lawns so you can make the most of the setting. Available for exclusive use, you can invite as many as 250 loved ones for the wedding breakfast and up to 400 for a buffet-style evening do. What’s more weddings can also be held on race days so your guests can enjoy all the thrills of the sport. Just a stroll away from the popular resort’s main entertainment and attractions, there’s also plenty of accommodation nearby for those looking to enjoy a weekend-long celebration. We love... that there’s plenty of space for outdoor fun and entertainment; anything from a bouncy castle to keep the little ones amused, to a fireworks display in the evening. 24