Your Herts and Beds Wedding - August/September 2023 (Issue 99)

THE FOREST CENTRE 01234 767 037 | www.marstonvale.org/weddings Set in an award-winning Millenium Country Park in Marston Moretaine, The Forest Centre is a non-traditional wedding venue focussing on the beautiful natural environment at the Forest of Marston Vale. This scenic setting includes woodlands, meadows, wetlands and lakes – perfect for taking memorable photographs. The venue is a modern and contemporary building with various spaces, food, drink and entertainment options for special events. With help from the in-house caterers and wedding coordinator, the team will do everything to help lovebirds create truly personal experiences. The venue can host alternative celebrant services at The Forest Centre or in the outdoor spaces, as well as more traditional ceremonies. The Willow Corner can host al fresco celebrations with up to 100 guests, which is set in the protected countryside overlooking the wetlands. The team can also provide marquee weddings if pairs want something more bohemian and rustic. The space includes a dancefloor, carpet, lighting, tables and chairs. It’s also perfect for al fresco dining, such as hog roasts, barbecues and street food vendors all available through in-house caterers or local food traders. As a special gift, the venue dedicates a tree to couples to celebrate their wedding, mark the importance of marriage’s lasting legacy and highlight their contribution to the venue’s work. The experienced wedding coordinator is always happy to show nearlyweds around the spaces, mix and match the best offers to suit lovebirds and discuss any personal touches. They also have brilliant relationships with local suppliers and can suggest various providers, including florists, DJs, bakers, venue stylists and bridal boutiques. The wedding coordinator will be there from the initial visit to ensure everything runs smoothly into the journey to wedded bliss. Also check out… BRICKENDON GRANGE GOLF CLUB Located within the rolling Hertfordshire countryside, Brickendon Grange Golf Club is set amidst 160 acres of natural parkland and creates the perfect venue for wedding receptions. As couples drive up the picturesque driveway, they discover the magnificent 19th-century manor, which makes lasting first impressions. Check out: www.bggc.org.uk SANDON MANOR Located in Hertfordshire, Sandon Manor is a Georgian mansion surrounded by 1,200 acres of estate, which is being converted to rewilded countryside. Guests spend quality time together during their stay with exclusive use of the grounds while they relax in comfort and immerse themselves in nature. Check out: www.sandonmanor.com THE SHUTTLEWORTH TRUST Situated in 425 acres of historic parkland in Bedfordshire, Shuttleworth House offers an unrivalled wedding experience. Couples can have exclusive use of the Jacobean-style venue and choose between an array of grand and finely furnished rooms to host ceremonies, wedding breakfasts and evening receptions. Check out: www.shuttleworth.org/weddings ESSENDON COUNTRY CLUB Situated on more than 400 acres of stunning Hertfordshire countryside, Essendon Country Club is the perfect location for weddings. The venue’s dedicated wedding planner will support couples every step of the way to ensure they receive their dream day. Check out: www.essendonweddings.co.uk FANHAMS HALL There’s a surprise around every corner at Fanhams Hall, which is the perfect venue for weddings. The house never stops being a feast for the senses with a Medieval hall, Jacobean mansion, stunning surroundings and 21st-century mod cons all rolled into one. The grounds are a magical outdoor oasis featuring Japanese gardens complete with a tea house, regal water fountains, a wisteria walkway, woodlands and manicured formal gardens. Check out: www.exclusive.co.uk/fanhams-hall MANOR OF GROVES HOTEL Located on 150 acres of stunning grounds, the Manor of Groves Hotel is a stunning venue where Georgian splendour meets a modern twist. The neoclassical 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. Check out: www.manorofgroves.com www.jackmontaguephotography.co.uk 23 GLORIOUS GARDENS

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