Your East Midlands Wedding - April/May 2021 (Issue 43)

CLEATHAM HALL 01652 649 402 |  www.cleathamhall.com Located in ancient parkland, Cleatham Hall offers original features balanced with modern facilities. The grounds are designed in a Palladian style with mellow exterior walls giving it a timeless warmth and classical detailing. Each season brings something special to the grounds. Spring demonstrates the lushness of Victorian planting with thousands of snowdrops and cheery yellow aconites, before the daffodils and English bluebells begin to show. Summer heralds the glorious blooms of the rose gardens and herbaceous borders along with beautiful stone planters filled with scented annuals, all surrounded by mature shrubs and trees. Autumn is the time for the tall beech trees to turn their magnificent copper colour and the autumn shrubs appear, while rare hollies in hues of red, orange and yellow make their appearance in winter. When guests enter the hall, they’re greeted by a timeless feel of intimate beauty with a traditional-styled bar, a stunning sitting room space and a cantilevered stone staircase, which leads to individual bedroom suites with statement bathrooms. The venue is fully licensed for inside and outside ceremonies, offering multiple options for couples to choose from. There are numerous options to say ‘I do’ within the idyllic grounds including the front lawn with the extensive countryside views, underneath the beech trees’ canopy, the intimate yew tree or the romantic woodland. All of these spaces can accommodate up to 80 day guests. Inside couples can choose from the ceremony room (50 guests) with its chandelier, white marble fireplace, original architectural mouldings and floor-to-ceiling windows; or the spacious and light-filled Orangery (80) with stunning roof lanterns and beautiful classical lighting. The Orangery is perfect for receptions and opens out on to the terrace, perfectly linking the inside and outside spaces. The sitting room, ceremony room, bar and other communal areas offer exclusive entertaining spaces. Booking Cleatham Hall for a wedding gives couples total exclusivity spread over three days, meaning they can immerse themselves in their wedding experience and have plenty of time to add personal touches ahead of their big day. Other special services include a bespoke wedding breakfasts, evening food menus and complimentary food tasting sessions. The venue’s accessible from major road links and tucked away, creating both total privacy and peace. THE CAVENDISH HOTEL BASLOW 01246 582 311 www.devonshirehotels.co.uk/cavendish-hotel-baslow Set on the Duke of Devonshire’s Chatsworth Estate in the Peak District National Park, The Cavendish Hotel is an elegant setting for weddings. The beautiful Derbyshire countryside provides a tranquil escape for celebrations, with the hotel’s gardens offering panoramic views over the open fields. The venue was once a traditional coaching inn but has now been transformed into a luxury country hotel that exudes elegance and sophistication. From the moment that couples arrive at the venue, they’ll find opulent furnishings, breathtaking views, fine art and period features – the perfect backdrop to intimate weddings. Say ‘I do’ in The Boardroom with 20 guests; this luxurious space features a fireplace and views over the gardens. Or why not opt for The Devonshire Link (50 people) with decorative pillars, original fine art and access directly from the gardens? Receptions occur in The Boardroom (18 people), the private Dining Room (10) or The Gallery Restaurant for daytime receptions with 40 guests or 50 if the Private Dining Room is also used. The restaurant must be vacated by 4.30 pm if the hotel is not booked on an exclusive-use basis. The manicured gardens overlooking the parkland is also available for reception drinks and garden games. The Cavendish Hotel is renowned for its high level of attention to detail and customer care, holding a coveted four AA Red Stars and three AA Rosettes for the exquisite food created up by chef, Adam Harper. www.calv intaylorleephotographer.co.uk GLORIOUS GARDENS 25