LEWESTON, SHERBORNE 01963 211 011 | www.lewestonenterprises.co.uk/weddings Steeped in history, Leweston Manor oozes character and style with Art Deco interiors and a wealth of wow-factor wedding spaces. A yearround winner, the versatile venue can cater for weddings large or small with a choice of stunning rooms, each with their own unique charm, which can be adapted to suit your big day. The elegant Georgian styled building is sure to impress and with 46 acres of sweeping grounds, including the Nuns walkway, Italian garden and the secret Belvedere, there’s no shortage of great photo opportunities. A treasure-trove of beautiful outdoor spaces for al fresco ceremonies, including the Belvedere, an idyllic setting flanked by woodlands, there’s also plenty of cosy and inviting indoor options too. The Lecture Room in the manor house is the largest; overlooking the Italian garden you can marry here and host a reception afterwards with 80 seated guests. For more intimate affairs the Eleanor Library is ideal. With a wooden floor and high ceiling, the walls are lined with books and the room has bags of atmosphere. For more lavish celebrations 200 or more family and friends, a wedding marquee can be put up in the grounds and dressed to suit your style. We love… the Belvedere, the jewel in the venue’s crown it boasts an impressive walkway of more than 200 metres flanked by trees to get to it. www.stephnewtonphotography.com OSBORNE, ISLE OF WIGHT 01983 203 055 | www.english-heritage.org.uk/osborneweddings Follow in the footsteps of a royal romance and marry at this romantic hotspot. Built as a family home by the sea for Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, the palatial venue was designed in the Italianate style to complement the island’s mild climate and panoramic views over the Solent which reminded Prince Albert of the Bay of Naples. The venue echoes with the enduring love story of the royal couple and provides the perfect backdrop for a big-day with a difference. Catering for everything from intimate weddings to grand lavish celebrations, the possibilities are almost endless! Marry at Osborne and raise a toast surrounded by priceless exquisite artwork. You can tie the knot in one of the opulent and lavishly decorated rooms – the largest being the Indian-themed Durbar room which can host up to 100 guests. Truly fit for a queen, it was built for state functions and decorated in an elaborate intricate style. The grounds and setting are equally impressive with spectacular terraces, ornate Victorian fountains, a stunning walled garden and even its own secluded private beach; providing a wealth of opportunities for weddings of all sizes indoors and out. We love…. the Queen’s Alcove, nestled by her much-loved beach, it’s a unique setting for a wedding ceremony with up to 80 loved ones. www.stephnewtonphotography.com WINTER VENUES 21
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