Your East Anglian Wedding - Feb/Mar 2020 (Issue 41)

Swynford Manor, Six Mile Bottom 01638 592 609 | swynfordmanor.com Swynford Manor is a luxurious country house wedding venue offering a fusion of contemporary style and rural charm. Arrive down the gravel drive with plush lawns either side to catch your first glimpse of the distinctive timber-framed building. Step inside and the magic continues with a gleaming monochrome chequerboard floor in the hall and a huge crystal chandelier above the grand staircase; perfect for making a fairytale entrance. The rest of the rooms are dressed to match the chic black and white colour scheme with tactile touches including velvet wingback chairs and lush curtains. Surrounded by seven acres of green lawns and paddocks, all neatly framed by trees, you can be sure of privacy on your big day. There’s a choice of stylish spaces for your ‘I dos’, not least the Garden Room with its stylish décor, beams and sumptuous furnishings . You can exchange vows and after the drinks reception, sit down for a wedding breakfast for 150 people. The versatile space has a dazzling chequerboard dancefloor and room for a live band or DJ. You can host an evening reception for up to 220 people and party the night away, sip drinks at the adjoining bar or head off to the study for a little downtime or a fun-filled cocktail masterclass. The possibilities are endless! We love... the pretty pergola; perfect for al fresco ceremonies with up to 150 of your nearest and dearest looking on from the outdoor seating area. milkbottlephotography.co.uk milkbottlephotography.co.uk Orton Hall Hotel & Spa, Orton Longueville 01733 391 111 | abacushotels.co.uk/orton-hall-hotel-and-spa Steeped in history Orton Hall Hotel offers an impressive big-day backdrop. Surrounded by mature parkland, the hotel combines impressive architecture and elegant rooms with fine food and great service. A treasure trove of photo opportunities, you’ll be spoilt for choice for where to pose. Whether you want a traditional setting for your wedding or something more modern, there’s something to suit a range of tastes. The majestic Great Room has impressive high ceilings and breathtaking views; perfect for the ceremony followed by a traditional sit-down wedding breakfast. For a more contemporary feel, the Orton Suite is also licensed for ceremonies and can host larger gatherings with up to 140 guests. If it’s a relaxed, cosy feel you’re after, the venue caters for that too. The Huntly Restaurant has intricately carved wood panelling and a lovely warm atmosphere for an intimate reception. We love... the Conservatory with its stained glass windows and sweeping parkland views; perfect for a magical ceremony. STORYBOOK VENUES 29