Your Hampshire and Dorset Wedding - May/June 2024 (Issue 104)

BALMER LAWN HOTEL & SPA 01590 625 779 | www.balmerlawnhotel.com Balmer Lawn Hotel & Spa is a must-see venue for couples looking for a romantic postcard setting. Set behind a cricket pitch, the iconic venue combines traditional and contemporary styles perfectly. With sun-drenched terraces and beautiful gardens, lovebirds will be spoilt for choice when it comes to stunning backdrops. Looking out over the lawn, the impressive building boasts a fascinating past and has been used as everything from a hunting lodge and a field hospital to an army staff college and coaching inn. As an award-winning destination for weddings, pairs can exchange vows in the garden’s oak-beamed Sylvan Pavilion. Or, why not opt for the Beaulieu Suite with 140 loved ones? Set back from the main hotel with its own entrance and facilities, the suite includes the refurbished Beaulieu Room, the Hamble space with a bar and dancefloor, as well as the Avon area for extra seating. There’s access to three outdoor terrace areas, including the hotel gardens. In the evenings, newlyweds can party the night away with up to 220 loved ones. The team is excited to announce the new three-day wedding package! The Forest Retreat includes 30 bedrooms for two nights with a welcome dinner the evening before weddings with drinks and a musician, then the Wilverley Wedding Package for 60 as the main event on the day and then a farewell lunch the morning after before guests leave! RHINEFIELD HOUSE HOTEL 01590 622 922 | www.handpickedhotels.co.uk/rhinefieldhouse Rhinefield House is a luxury hotel deep within the New Forest National Park. With 40 acres of landscaped gardens, the historic grounds were once home to Queen Victoria. With beautiful surroundings and a blend of Tudor and Gothic architecture, the property is a beautiful country location for weddings. Couples will find the Forest Garden Doric Temple in a private area of the gardens with the magnificent Rhinefield House in the background – ceremonies will feel magical surrounded by 130 people. The Grand Hall, a replica of London’s Westminster Hall, has as much grandeur. Intricate carvings and oak panelling complement the gold chandeliers and the impressive original windows offering views over the grounds. What’s more, the Minstrels Gallery provides the perfect position for bird’s-eye view photographs. After the ‘I dos’, the team can transform the space for receptions. The Hurst Castle is ideal for 100 loved ones, with several layouts available. The contemporary area has a separate entrance and terrace, which overlooks the topiary orchard. The neutral décor is ideal for all types of themes, and there’s plenty of natural lighting from the floor-to-ceiling windows. For more intimate weddings with 35 people, The Keepers Room has a lovely and relaxed atmosphere. The ornamental fireplace and delicate chandelier are standout features, while the large bay window makes for a beautiful backdrop to vows. The location is perfect for evening receptions too. The team offers a complimentary menu tasting session five months before weddings for those booking the venue for their special day. They’ll also offer the bridal experience package which includes a night’s stay prior to the wedding in the suite for up to six guests, a bottle of prosecco, use of the leisure facilities and a room-service breakfast. The Grooms Room Package occurs from 8am to 2pm with bacon rolls, beer and space for friends to gather. The hotel has 50 bedrooms on-site for loved ones staying over, which includes three feature suites. https://realsimplephotography.net https://www.martinbell-photography.co.uk http://kimberleygarrod.co.uk 22

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