Your Gloucestershire and Wiltshire Wedding- Page number 14 - June/July 2021 (Issue 27)

Hatch House is a family home in the heart of Wiltshire located in a private setting. The beautiful grounds include several garden rooms providing a variety of spaces for weddings of all sizes. A tree-lined avenue forms the perfect entrance leading down the main driveway that sweeps down to the house. The property was transformed in the early 20 th century by the celebrated architect Detmar Blow. The stone exterior blends into the setting and the theatrical façade overlooking the picturesque gardens nods to the vibrant, eclectic interior that maintains the warmth and feel of a family home. Ceremonies can be held in a choice of three areas. The dining room is a small intimate space with stunning views of the gardens and the capacity to seat up to 45 guests. Couples can sign the register in the hall and then move to the gardens to enjoy drinks. The other two areas for ceremonies are the porch at the back of the house overlooking the gardens and the pavilion in the heart of the 17 th -century walled Dutch garden, which is two-tiered and filled with established flower beds and shrubs. Views stretch across the Vale of Wardour from here and the pavilion has a beautiful wisteria in flower during the late spring. The ‘aisle’ leads from the house to the walled garden, through the ornate garden gate to the pavilion. Receptions take place in the gardens, mainly the walled garden, which has a capacity for up to 200 loved ones either in the open air or under canvas in a marquee. There are smaller gardens for more low-key receptions, or they can all be included in one event. HATCH HOUSE, TISBURY ❤ We love… the beautiful photographic backdrop that this house provides, especially when viewed from the upper tier in the walled garden. GRAY MANOR HOTEL, CHOLDERTON This quirky family-run hotel and exclusive-use wedding venue sits on five acres of land and boasts a pretty exterior with jasmine and clematis trailing the walls during summer. Inside, there are plenty of Instaworthy touches with its shabby chic styling and comfortable bedrooms accommodating up to 60 wedding guests with a hot buffet breakfast the following morning. There’s also a designer-inspired bridal suite decorated in black and gold. Ceremonies take place in a choice of three spaces and there’s flexible seated banqueting space for the wedding breakfast for up to 180 guests. There’s a dancefloor area for live music or a DJ and couples can make use of the decorative touches offered complimentary that include chair sashes, table centrepieces, flowers, table gems and napkins. They are invited to style the venue ahead of the wedding alongside the experienced team if they wish to do so. Outside is a photographer’s dream, with a magical secret garden propped with quirky pieces of furniture and atmospheric lighting, ideal for al fresco summer celebrations. There’s a Japanese pergola that acts as a wonderful backdrop for photos, as well as the pretty rose flower bed, and a children’s play area. ❤ We love… the flexible wedding packages, free menu tasting sessions for couples who have booked a wedding at the venue and the exceptional customer service with couples and family members invited back for anniversaries and other special dates. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01980 629 542, www.graymanorhotel.co.uk www.facebook.com/graymanorhotel Photography of Hatch House courtesy of www.louiseadbyphoto.com Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01747 870 622, www.hatch-house.co.uk www.facebook.com/hatchhousevenue www.instagram.com/hatchhousewiltshire 14