Your East Anglian Wedding - April/May 2022 (Issue 54)

PETERBOROUGH MARRIOTT HOTEL 01733 371 111 www.memoriesmademarriott.co.uk/peterborough/weddings With modern facilities, 11 acres of lush grounds and a picturesque lake for those all-important photos, this Peterborough wedding hotspot ticks a lot of big-day boxes. Just three miles from the city centre, it’s easily accessible for travelling guests and there’s plenty of accommodation for those planning to stay over. There’s a choice of licensed ceremony spaces to suit the size of your wedding. The Emperor Suite boasts a beautiful domed ceiling and elaborate chandelier and includes use of the Senses Lounge and private bar, adding an extra exclusive feel to your day. For larger parties with up to 180 people, the Sir Henry Royce Suite is ideal. Complete with a stage, perfect for a live band, you can host your whole day here, from the ‘I dos’ to the last dance. It can be transformed to create your dream wedding venue and has its own private terrace for drinks and canapés too. We love… the full-service spa, great for pre-wedding pampering. Hotel guests also have free access to the hotel’s swimming pool and gym. THE HAYCOCK MANOR HOTEL, PE8 6JA 01780 782 223 | https://haycock.co.uk Set in the picturesque village of Wansford in the heart of the Cambridgeshire countryside, this 16thcentury coaching inn is a must-see. Steeped in history, the romantic location provides an idyllic setting for a wedding. Surrounded by 12 acres of picturesque grounds and manicured gardens, with the river Nene running through, there’s no shortage of standout photo opportunities. The hotel was recently renovated and combines the best of the old with the new, retaining many original features to reflect its rich past. The Manor Suite provides an atmospheric setting for ceremonies with its feature stone wall, beams and lots of lovely natural daylight pouring through. Celebrate afterwards in the impressive Haycock Ballroom with its traditional fireplace, high ceilings, original oak beams and enchanting garden. With room for as many as 200 guests for the wedding breakfast, the exclusive wedding suite has its own private entrance and bar so you can party in style without being disturbed. We love… the charming Wansford Bridge over the river N ne, a favourite spot for romantic justwed shots. 26

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