Your East Midlands Wedding - August/September 2023 (Issue 57)

RINGWOOD HALL HOTEL & SPA 01246 280 077 | www.ringwoodhallhotel.com Situated in Brimington on the outskirts of Chesterfield, with direct connections to the M1 Motorway and other key routes, Ringwood Hall Hotel & Spa is a beautiful 19th-century country manor. With the traditional appearance of sash windows, white pillars and landscaped gardens, the beautiful venue will make lasting impressions on guests. The magnificent gardens have been the centrepiece of the manor house for more than 200 years, and the 29-acre estate presents the perfect outdoor canvas for stylish wedding photographs in all seasons. The team has restored The Ringwood Suite to its former glory with period features, exquisite chandelier lighting and high multi-paned windows. The elegant space can host 200 guests for the vows and 250 in the evenings. Alternatively, The Chatsworth Suite offers an original Georgian marble fireplace, high ceilings and chandeliers for a memorable backdrop with 80 people for ceremonies, followed by 50 in the evenings. This space can increase to 80 people for larger events when interconnected with The Portland Suite, which offers plenty of natural lighting thanks to the large multi-paned windows. Or exchange vows in the Hollingwood Suite with 60, which is a light and airy room that features a large bay window overlooking the Hotel grounds and can accommodate 40 people in the evenings. For more intimate celebrations, the Cavendish Suite is perfect for 24 loved ones who can enjoy views overlooking the landscaped gardens before being transformed for receptions with 12. What better way to appreciate the beauty and space of the stunning outdoors than to say the “I dos” in the Garden Pavilion? Suitable for intimate or large wedding ceremonies with 200 people, this showstopping location captures guests’ hearts and can host 350 for receptions. Or, the beautiful Italian Garden has been transformed to provide a picture-perfect setting for intimate garden ceremonies with 30. From dawn til dusk, this beautiful pergola and its tranquil setting will leave couples with memories to last a lifetime. Those that tie the knot at Ringwood Hall Hotel & Spa will receive an exclusive Ringwood Couples membership with complimentary accommodation upgrades for life, room hire for any function space to celebrate future celebrations and 10 per cent discount that can be used for accommodation, dining and spa. KILWORTH HOUSE 01858 880 058 | www.kilworthhouse.co.uk Set in 38 acres of rolling parkland, Kilworth House is an elegant venue located in the heart of rural Leicestershire. With breathtaking views, expansive grounds, fine dining, luxurious accommodation and an outdoor theatre, what’s not to love about this property? The hotel is at the end of an inviting tree-lined approach leading guests through the tranquil grounds to the well-maintained lawns and south-facing façade. Guests will love exploring the parklands and woodland areas, which create gorgeous backdrops for images. Exchange vows with 130 guests in the fully-restored Victorian Orangery, which features glorious rural views and vibrant natural lighting. After the vows, couples can enjoy drinks receptions on the terrace before returning to The Orangery for wedding breakfasts. Alternatively, The Wordsworth Room features a domed ceiling with glittering chandeliers and can accommodate 40 people for the vows. Next door, pairs can use the Library Restaurant for showstopping wedding breakfasts. With a cosy setting, views over the Knot Garden, fairytale bookcases and a Victorian fireplace, what location could be better? For more intimate weddings, the Shakespeare Room is perfect for celebrations with 20 loved ones and features ornate décor. After dancing the night away, guests can retreat to the stunning bedrooms for a good night’s rest. Couples can enjoy the sumptuous surroundings in peace as exclusive hire is available from 3.00 pm on their day of arrival to 9.00 am the following morning. Couples will receive a complimentary menu-tasting session when they book the venue. ©Chris Haley Photograph www.evatarnok.com 20

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