Your Hampshire & Dorset Wedding - Sep/Oct 2019 (Issue 76)

Aviator, Farnborough 01252 555 892 | aviatorbytag.com If you want to make a statement on your big day, this striking design hotel oozes style. Combining the timeless glamour of aviation with lush interiors and stunning spaces, its distinctive look sets it apart from the crowd. The bold design of the building reflects its historic location. Built on the site of a former RAF officers’ mess, it’s the only hotel located on the perimeter of the private TAG Farnborough Airport. Be prepared to be wowed by your first glimpse of the lobby with its central rotunda staircase – great for just-wed shots and the traditional bouquet tossing. Licensed for ceremonies for up to 90 guests, the Wright Room is in the events wing and there’s a private lounge where friends and family can gather before the service. Post-vows, the striking 4 th floor Sky Lounge provides a versatile space for the reception and can host 110 loved ones. Available for exclusive hire it can be combined with the 19 Sky Suites on the same floor to accommodate the wedding party overnight. We love... that there’s a complimentary menu tasting for newlyweds-to-be.  RNLI College, Poole 01202 662 261 | rnli.org/college The RNLI College is a light bright modern venue with a fabulous waterfront setting on the edge of Poole Harbour overlooking Holes Bay. Licensed for ceremonies, there’s a choice of attractive rooms with bay views. The ground-floor Waterfront Suite has direct access to the sea terrace right by the water’s edge; great for post-vows drinks. With the RNLI lifeboats moored on the pontoons it’s the perfect backdrop for standout photos. The suite can accommodate up to 200 ceremony guests, 150 for the wedding breakfast and an extra 50 for the evening do. For more intimate affairs, the Harbour View Suite provides a romantic setting. And if you want to linger longer, the venue has 60 harbour-view double bedrooms available for guest accommodation plus there’s a complimentary wedding-night stay for the bride and groom too. We love.. that every £1 spent at RNLI College goes towards helping save lives at sea. 24