Your Herts and Beds Wedding - April/May 2025 (Issue 109)

ENCHANTED GARDEN EVENTS 07967 633 859 | www.enchantedgardenevents.co.uk Enchanted Garden Events is a charming wedding and party venue set in the picturesque Hertfordshire countryside, conveniently located between the Hitchin and one of the original garden cities, Letchworth. As guests stroll through the wooden arches, they are led to a horseshoe-shaped clearing, where couples can exchange vows beneath a lovely wooden gazebo. The venue offers countless picturesque spots for photographs, ranging from a waist-high grass field to quaint allotments, a delightful horsebox, and a scenic bark pathway that winds beneath the trees, including enchanting tree tunnels. Exclusively reserved for one couple on their special day, the venue provides endless photo opportunities, all while enveloped in a serene atmosphere that feels worlds away, despite its accessibility just off the main road. Ceremonies can take place in several beautiful settings. The King Room is a spacious hall that can host up to 90 people. It features antique wooden floorboards and soft white walls, adorned with large white paper lanterns that dangle gracefully from the 14-foot ceilings. The Garden Room has a capacity of 30 people. Overlooking the lush lawns, this bright and airy room boasts wooden floors and a fresh white palette. With windows wrapping around two sides, the natural light creates an inviting atmosphere. The Woodland Ceremony Clearing can host up to 90 guests. This magical wooded clearing, shaped like a horseshoe, features a charming wooden gazebo. To reach it, guests walk through three beautiful arches, along a bark pathway, down four large stone steps, and past a quaint potting shed—creating an enchanted area that feels both natural and otherworldly. Included in the hire price is comprehensive wedding planning support, which consists of two planning meetings, a detailed wedding itinerary, and a final ‘details’ meeting during the week leading up to the wedding. Additionally, couples can enjoy a complimentary tasting session, where they can sample a selection of canapés, main course dishes, and house wines, ensuring that every detail of their special day is just right. MANOR OF GROVES HOTEL 01279 600 777 | www.manorofgroves.com Located on 150 acres of stunning grounds, the Manor of Groves Hotel is a venue where Georgian splendour meets a modern twist. The neo-classical property features traditional white pillars and tall glass windows that provide showstopping views of the 18-hole golf course and beautifully kept gardens that are the ideal settings for wedding photography. The original manor house has been extended into an additional wing housing many bedrooms, and the exterior has been designed to keep with the traditional property. Ceremonies and receptions can take place in several locations. The Library Suite and Drawing Room are perfect for intimate weddings, while the Colonnade Suite can hold up to 100 guests for the vows and wedding breakfasts, plus 150 for evening receptions. The Manor Suite is perfect for grand events and can host 400 people for ceremonies and 350 for celebrations – it’s home to a private Japanese-style garden perfect for photographs. The property also offers two charming gazebos within the grounds for outside ceremonies. The team offers a variety of packages, many including menu tastings ahead of weddings and a complimentary night’s stay for newlyweds on their wedding night. © Hayley Scott Summers Photography © Hayley Scott Summers Photography www.evagoras.co.uk www.evagoras.co.uk AL FRESCO VENUES 27

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