Your Herts and Beds Wedding - December 2020/January 2021 (Issue 83)

28 This Grade II listed Elizabethan manor house was built as a near replica of Chequers, the country house of every Prime Minister since 1921. Putteridge Bury is well known for having beautiful chandeliers with moulded ceilings, its renowned grand staircase is a picture- perfect spot, and the venue has stunning views of the gardens from anywhere in the house. The grounds were redesigned by Edwin L Lutyens, soon to be recognised as the foremost architect of the era, and planted by Gertrude Jekyll, one of the finest lady Victorian gardeners. The beautiful gardens also feature a reflecting pool and massive yew hedges, a stunning setting for the perfect photos. Ceremonies take place in the Mountbatten room for 100 guests, while Room 7 and 6 can both hold 60 guests. These rooms have a beautiful piano, moulded ceilings, a stunning fireplace or beautiful views of the pond. To celebrate post-vows, the dining room holds up to 160 guests and is a spacious suite with its own bar situated in the room with a beautiful patio leading out onto the gardens. Couples picking this big-day venue can enjoy a complimentary menu tasting and will have a dedicated wedding planner. PUTTERIDGE BURY 01582 489 069 | www.putteridgebury.co.uk Hertford Castle is a Grade I listed Gatehouse originally built on the site of a Norman Castle and nestled in the heart of Hertfordshire. Standing proud in beautiful gardens alongside the river Lea, it is enclosed by its original stone and flint turreted walls, echoing the historic architecture. With the historic castle as a dramatic backdrop, couples and their guests can discover the enchanting moat and rose gardens, reflective waters of the river and the ancient trees – there’s no end of photography spots. For ceremonies, couples can choose from the following: The Salisbury Room, with beautiful chandeliers and grand sash windows overlook the manicured gardens, which can host up to 60 guests. The Mayors Parlour, with sparkling chandeliers, a huge ornate fireplace and a vista overlooking the formal lawn, can host up to 24. Optimising the light, the beautiful Victorian Conservatory brings the outside in allowing you to enjoy the view of the Castle Gardens with up to 20 guests and as it is heated, the space can be enjoyed all year round. Private dining after the nuptials can be taken within multiple impressive rooms for receptions that epitomise the castle’s rich history and with magnificent views over the gardens. Combining flexibility and affordability there’s the choice of The Mayors Parlour (20), the Robing Room (16) and a maximum of 50 guests can be seated within the relaxed Salisbury Room. Exclusively yours, the venue only commits to hosting one wedding a day, and has a low corkage fee and couples have the choice and freedom to choose their own caterers and suppliers. HERTFORD CASTLE 01992 552 885 | www.hertfordcastle.co.uk www.blackkiteproductions.co.uk