Your East Midlands Wedding - October/November 2019 (Issue 34)

Find that perfect venue you have always dreamed of STORYBOOK SETTINGS CRESSBROOK HALL 01298 871 289 | cressbrookhall.co.uk Situated in 23 acres of land, Cressbrook Hall is a grand and magnificent Tudor-style mansion which was built in 1835 during the reign of William IV. The indoor areas are split into three main parts that are light, airy and can suit most decorations and colour schemes. All of these spaces are in keeping with the era of the house however, they do have a modern twist. The gardens and grounds are a photographer’s dream with stunning views, Cressbrook Hall is south-facing and overlooks the Wye Valley and Water-Cum-Jolly Dale. Ceremonies take place in The Floral Archway, The Granary and The Drawing Room. The Floral Archway is outside in the gardens and can hold a maximum of 150 guests. Inside, on a balcony over The Conservatory is The Granary where 96 guests can view the ceremony from both The Granary and The Conservatory. The Drawing Room is in the main Hall with beautiful bay windows overlooking stunning views which can hold up to 40 guests. There are multiple choices for the receptions depending on what you are looking for on your big day. The Orangery is the main dining room which is bright with a high glass ceiling and wooden beams with maximum formal seating of 56 guests. The Garden Room is the extended dining room that holds up to 40 guests and follows on from the Orangery and overlooks the garden. As well as being the ceremony area, The Granary is a quiet room with comfortable seating for guests to relax while the bar situated in The Conservatory, is where guests can enjoy drinks and canapés. STORYBOOK SETTINGS 21 