Your Glos and Wilts Wedding - Feb/Mar 2020 (Issue 19)

These historical wedding venues boast period features and manicured grounds STEP BACK IN TIME Award-winning company Vanilla Catering & Events has teamed up with The Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum located in Salisbury to launch Walled Garden Weddings at The Wardrobe, a new venue in the heart of this historic Cathedral city. The Walled Garden is a secret hideaway set in more than half an acre of tranquil grounds located to the rear of the museum in the serene setting of Cathedral Close. It’s a private spot leading down to the banks of the River Avon that can guarantee exclusive use and boasts an idyllic photographic backdrop. Wedding receptions take place in a large marquee accommodating up to 150 guests. Smaller numbers are welcome and the space lends itself to different entertaining options, from rustic sharing platters to drinks served on the lawn. Due to the partnership with Vanilla Catering & Events, the marquee and furniture hire, and catering services, must all be arranged through them. Smaller receptions can be held in the Regimental Room, with its stunning views of the Cathedral spire, that can accommodate up to 50 guests for a buffet lunch, or 36 loved ones for a seated dinner. Room hire, including the provision of tables and chairs, is included in the quotation available from Vanilla Catering & Events. ❤ We love… that the Walled Garden features numerous specimen trees, including one of the finest copper beach varieties, and pretty flower borders. Ceremony licence? No Contact: 01489 589 275, vanillacatering.co.uk vanillacateringevents This Regency-style tea room, nestled between Cheltenham town centre and Pittville Park, can be privately hired for an intimate afternoon tea to celebrate a wedding. A selection of artisan cakes is on the extensive menu, plus finger sandwiches, scones, macarons and even pancakes. They also offer a Gentleman’s Tea, ideal for stag groups, consisting of pork pies, cheese, pickles, chutney and crackers. The team will also visit couples externally to cater for a special occasion. ❤ We love… the Crafternoon Tea that’s available for hen parties – it adds a creative twist to the traditional afternoon tea by hosting groups to make their own tasty souvenir. Ceremony licence? No Contact: 01242 577 929, onceuponatearoom.co.uk onceuponatearoom WALLED GARDEN WEDDINGS AT THE WARDROBE, WILTSHIRE ONCE UPON A TEA ROOM, GLOUCESTERSHIRE THEMED VENUES 25