Your Herts & Beds Wedding - Jun/Jul 2019 (Issue 74)

REGIONAL VENUES 25 MANOR OF GROVES, CM21 0JU Set among 150 acres of Hertfordshire countryside, Manor of Groves’ stunning architecture and picturesque grounds provide the idyllic backdrop for your special day. The Manor Suite boasts a glass conservatory overlooking the Oriental Garden and caters for up to 500 guests for your ceremony and 360 for the sit-down meal and reception. Situated in a separate building it benefits from a private entrance, exclusive bar, powder room for the bride and facilities for couples to use their own caterers. With its original features, The Colonnade Suite oozes Georgian elegance and seats 120 loved ones for the wedding breakfast and 150 for the evening celebrations. Guests can enjoy views of the landscaped gardens and golf course from this room. For those wanting to tie the knot outdoors, the two gazeboes set in the picturesque grounds are perfect. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 01279 600 777 manorofgroves.com We love… that guests staying in one of the 80 well-appointed bedrooms have full use of the venue’s health club facilities. DYRHAM PARK COUNTRY CLUB, EN5 4RA Nestled in 200 acres of stunning parkland, the Grade II listed Palladian mansion at Dyrham Park boasts outstanding views across the Hertfordshire countryside and its landscaped golf course. Couples can tie the knot in front of 140 loved ones in the Terrace Room overlooking the main clubhouse lawn. Drinks receptions take place in the Grand Hall with its sweeping staircase and Minstrel’s Gallery or outside on the picture-perfect terrace with its glorious cedar trees. The Club has space for a large dancefloor, making it ideal for the evening celebrations. The team at the venue has excellent relationships with local suppliers and can help to take the stress out of planning your big day. Ceremony licence? Yes Contact: 020 8440 3361 dyrhampark.com We love… the spectacular grounds at this venue providing the perfect backdrop for the big- day snaps.