Your Herts and Beds Wedding - February / March 2021 (Issue 84)

Set in 200 acres of a magnificent estate and 18-hole parkland golf course, Dyrham Park Country Club boasts outstanding views across the Hertfordshire countryside and is ranked among the oldest and most beautiful of Hertfordshire wedding venues. The lawns, beautiful flowers, lakes and magnificent trees turn dream wedding photos into a reality. Renowned for its timeless elegance and classic beauty, the venue’s Grade II listed Palladian Clubhouse is surrounded by spectacular parkland. The Grand Hall – with its sweeping staircase and Minstrel’s Gallery – is the heart of the mansion that boasts a picture-perfect staircase together with an exquisite marble Robert Adam fireplace. Ceremonies take place in the Terrace Room for 140 guests, overlooking the main clubhouse lawn with its glorious cedar trees. Natural sunlight floods into the space through the French windows along the length of the room and here the wedding breakfast takes place. Drinks receptions are located in the magnificent Grand Hall or outside on a section of the terrace. Depending on the weather and timing (early evening), the club can arrange for the couple to have an intimate photo session on the estate by the seventh golf tee on a picturesque bridge overlooking the beautiful lake. DYRHAM PARK COUNTRY CLUB 02084 403 361 | www.dyrhampark.com www.zoecooperphotography.co.uk With 700 years of fascinating history, there’s a sense of royal heritage at the heart of Ashridge House. Originally a monastery, the venue became a royal residence for both Henry VIII and Elizabeth I, then later a private home to Bridgewater’s dukes and earls before becoming a military hospital during both World Wars. The house is now a wedding venue steeped in wonderful history! Set in 190 acres of private beautiful grounds and gardens, visit the Italian Gardens with its beautiful fountain or the Rosary filled with 48 different varieties of roses – the perfect backdrop to any special day! Lovebirds have the choice to exchange vows in multiple locations including The Grand Hall for up to 150 people, The Lady Marian Alford (170), The Old Library (110), The Fernery (90), Ante Room (60) and The Terrace (170). Receptions take place in The Lady Marian with 100 guests or the Repton Hall for 200 both on round tables. When couples book the space they’ll receive complimentary one-night accommodation in the Brownlow Lodge. ASHRIDGE HOUSE 01442 841 027 | www.ashridgehouse.org.uk www.modernvintageweddings.com 24