Your Hampshire and Dorset Wedding - March/April 2021 (Issue 85)

ROWNHAMS HOUSE & GARDENS, SO16 8LS 02380 733 298/07973 742 245 | www.rownhamshouse.com Built by Sir Issac Newton’s nephew in 1762, Rownhams House is a beautiful Georgian building situated in 12 acres of gardens and woodland, complete with its own lake and icehouse. The gardens offer a wealth of great photo opportunities and the lawn is the perfect place for socialising and drinks post-vows with croquet or other outdoor games to entertain your guests. You can marry with up to 120 loved ones under the Medieval Coach House arch, in the woods or by the side of the lake surrounded by trees. The Coach House provides a stunning backdrop for photos with its impressive arches, castellations and tall clock tower. New for 2021, there will be two large marquees too, offering outdoor dinning for wedding breakfasts over the summer months, on the lower lawn with views of the beautiful lake. Inside, the atmospheric house offers elegance, striking architectural design and Regency period drama. The Grand Library is licensed for ceremonies with up to 108 guests and can host a wedding breakfast for up to 100 seated guests. Ornate plastered ceilings and walls with sash windows flood the space with natural light. The adjoining Billiard and Morning Rooms are ideal for drinks receptions when the weather’s bad, and can accommodate 50 and 60 guests respectively for ceremonies. The Coach House can also host 30 to 50 loved ones for smaller ceremonies and evening receptions. The Coach House can also host 30 to 50 loved ones for smaller ceremonies and evening receptions. The interior provides a spacious main entrance hall for the evening food, a reception room for catching up with friends and a separate dancefloor area for the DJ or band. There’s also a quirky dedicated bar area in the adjoining Knights Hall so guests can enjoy the drink of their choice. What’s more, there’s a private Bride’s Room for use on the day and couples have access to the house for setting up on the Friday before the wedding and clearing away on the Sunday. THE MAYOR’S PARLOUR, SO14 7LT 02380 915 327 | www.southampton.gov.uk/ceremonies The Mayor’s Parlour is in an enviable position sitting beautifully in the iconic Civic Centre in Southampton. Found in the heart of the city, there are many practical reasons to choose The Mayor’s Parlour such as good transport links and parking, however it will be the beauty of the building that really impresses you. With its high ceilings, polished wooden floors and historic artefacts this ceremony only venue offers something truly spectacular. The magnificent high window floods the room with light making it a perfect setting for your special moment. Afterwards, you can enjoy posing for your photographs on the stunning sweeping staircase – the balcony in particular offers a truly regal setting! The Mayor’s Parlour seats 50 guests and the theatre-style layout creates a beautiful long aisle, great for making an impact as you gracefully walk down with your loved ones looking on. 26