ALPHETON HALL BARNS, ALPHETON 01284 830 200 | www.alpheton-hall-barns.co.uk If you’re on the hunt for an authentic, rustic setting, Alpheton Hall Barns could well be your dream venue. Unspoilt and sympathetically restored rather than converted, think honey-coloured oak beams and soft, limeplastered walls with big doors opening directly out to the grounds – a little bit of wedding heaven! The barns are part of an ancient settlement including Alpheton Hall and the Church of St Peter & St Paul, all set in 25 acres of grassland and woodland at the end of a no-through road. The two traditional, timber frame Suffolk barns provide an impressive backdrop with their black timber cladding. Nestled between the Stackyard Wedding Garden, great for welcome drinks and garden games, and the Confetti Arboretum, it’s a photographer’s dream. You can say ‘I do’ in the stunning 17th-century Ceremony Barn which can seat from 50 to 200 guests or the new Woodland Ceremony Glade with its natural tree aisle, oak framed shelter and bench seating. The main South Barn has everything needed for the wedding breakfast and reception including bar and room for a band or DJ. Decorated with flowing silk drapes, twinkling fairylights, vintage ladders and hanging hoop lights it’s a magical setting for a celebration with up to 250 loved ones. The barn courtyard is ideal for the evening food and chill-out area, complete with covered cart-lodge bench seating and outdoor kitchen with woodfired pizza oven. There are two ‘quiet rooms’ too, including one for the little ones. We love... the romantic wooded area surrounded by long grasses and wildflowers and a mown grass ‘heart’ perfect for the confetti run, drone shots and golden hour photographs. ISAACS ON THE QUAY, IPSWICH 01473 284 000 | www.isaacsweddings.co.uk This local landmark is set on the Ipswich waterfront, ideal for those all-important just-wed photos. Full of character and charm, the venue boasts a rich history spanning centuries and was once a wool merchant’s home and workplace. The Grade I and Grade II* listed building has been lovingly restored and now provides a unique setting for weddings. Some of the oldest parts are thought to date back to between 1430 and 1550. There are original features throughout, including exposed beams and vaulted ceilings with exhibits from the building’s industrious past on display. Formally known as the Sale Room, stone steps lead into the timberframed ceremony room. Once used for storing wool cloth for exporting it is now a magical place to tie the knot and celebrate afterwards with up to 50 guests. There’s a variety of other spaces for the wedding breakfast and reception including the Crossways or Barley Room, ideal for intimate affairs. For larger parties, the Top Floor comes complete with its own bar and beautiful views over the marina and can accommodate up to 80 loved ones for the wedding breakfast and 150 for the reception. During the spring and summer months, the private garden is also an idyllic spot for a chilled barbecue. We love... the on-site Merchant House, dating back to 1636 you can get ready here on the big day and there’s accommodation for up to 14 guests with four double rooms and a romantic wedding suite. www.gavinkingphotography.co.uk www.gavinkingphotography.co.uk www.chriswaudphotography.com www.chriswaudphotography.com 26
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