Your Herts and Beds Wedding - Page number 27 - August/September 2021 (Issue 87)

DYRHAM PARK COUNTRY CLUB 02084 403 361 | www.dyrhampark.com Set in a magnificent estate of 200 acres 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, 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. Drink 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. www.zoe cooperphotography.co.uk THE GROVE 01923 807 807 | www.thegrove.co.uk Steeped in history, The Grove offers 300 acres of stunning Hertfordshire countryside ready for guests to explore. Originally the rural seat for the Earls of Clarendon, the hotel’s exterior is nothing short of grand and the Formal Gardens make the perfect backdrop for photos, complete with an ornamental canal, bright flowers and views over the golf course. Each ceremony space at the venue boasts its own special interior. The Amber Suite is the largest wedding area, which can cater for 450 people. With direct access to the formal gardens, guests can pop outside for an exclusive drink reception on the terrace. Suitable for large groups, this blank canvas space can also be divided into nine sections for small events, making it the ideal venue for an array of celebrations. Boasting natural daylight and direct access to its formal gardens, The Ivory Suit is excellent for 120 loved ones and can be broken down into five sections to accommodate smaller groups. With its private entrance, terrace and access to the gardens, why not exchange vows in the contemporary Cinnamon room, which is a fantastic choice for small to medium-sized private events with 100 people? Located in the contemporary West Wing, the Ochre Suite for 48 guests is ideal for intimate celebrations while offering greater flexibility and plenty of natural daylight. Designed by luxury interiors guru Martin Hulbert, the Cedar Suite offers a 180-degree view over the stunning formal gardens and comes with a private entrance and foyer, as well as three spacious meeting rooms and breakout spaces. Named after the 200-year-old trees in the grounds, this flexible venue is perfect for meetings, events and lavish private parties with 160 nearest and dearests. Say “I do” in The Potting Shed, which is located in the stunning Victorian Walled Garden and can cater for 50 to 70 people. The space can be enhanced with a marquee for those who want some extra space. Lastly, the Garden room is a great option for 120 people whilst the Sunken Garden is great for al fresco affair with 250 loved ones. Receptions take place in the Amber Foyer (450 people), Cedar Foyer (160) or the Ivory Foyer (120). When couples book one of The Grove’s wedding packages, they get to take part in a tasting session and the Mansion room for the couple on the wedding night. GLORIOUS GARDENS 27