Your West Midlands Wedding- June/July 2020 (Issue 68)

ALREWAS HAYES 01273 791 625 | alrewashayes.com Hidden away in the heart of rural Staffordshire, Alrewas Hayes is a historical 100-acre country estate that dates back to 1066. The estate is believed to be the extensive Staffordshire woodland noted in the Doomsday Book. In the hands of its current owners, the house and surrounding estate has gently evolved to become a country retreat that fuses historical charm with a contemporary aesthetic. At the heart of Alrewas Hayes lies The Courtyard, a peaceful oasis offering calm and seclusion among the delicate scent of English roses, French lavender and silver birch trees. the ideal space for welcome drinks and evening nibbles. The space can also be used for non-legal marital blessing ceremonies. Trailing off The Courtyard are the private, picturesque landscaped gardens and 100-acres of woodland and grounds – free for you to wander and while away time among the wild. An elegant interior that cleverly combines the venue and setting’s historical charm with a contemporary aesthetic to create a modern-day country retreat. Located within the wing of the house and featuring a distinctive curved ceiling, arched windows and doors opening out on to The Courtyard, The Orangery is the ideal setting for wedding ceremonies as it’s bathed in natural light and features period touches throughout. For larger ceremonies, The Lakeside can accommodate from 60 guests up to 220 for the day and evening. Set overlooking the estate’s private lake, woodlands and wheat fields, The Lakeside is a blank canvas for the creative. Alternate post-vow options include The Great Barn, the largest space within Alrewas Hayes, accommodating receptions from 22o to 650 guests. Reminiscent of a cool airport hangar from the outside yet sleek and contemporary on the inside, it’s a place where the unimaginable is possible. As well as Williams Bar & Lobby; as day transcends into night, the Williams Bar is the room that gets the party started, featuring leopard print wallpaper, atmospheric lighting and floor-to-ceiling shelves stocked full of specially selected spirits, wines and beers. When tying the knot here, couples will be invited to a complimentary tasting experience where they will sample a tasting menu and enjoy an evening with other couples in The Lakeside with entertainment. When all of the rooms at Alrewas Hayes are booked for a wedding, it offer couples The Theodore Suite free of charge to enjoy on their first night as newlyweds. COTON HOUSE FARM WEDDING VENUE 01543 432 429 | www.cotonhousefarm.com Situated in the rolling contryside of Lichfield, Staffordshire, Coton House Farm has a number of options for couples looking for a rustic wedding day. The venues exteriors are all traditional Yorkshire board clad buildings, blending into the rural setting with large oak frames. The Oak Barn is a complete working barn conversion with high oak vaulted ceilings draped in fairylights. The neutral light colours with large glass front windows gives this room an airy and spacious feel. It features large grand hanging chandeliers and leads out to the oak veranda. From here the terrace, with seating and log burners gives you unobstructed views into the paddock, grounds and over the green fields. The Sty, a luxurious well-stocked bar, is perfect for any occasion and is an open-plan bar adjoining the Oak Barn – ensuring free flowing atmosphere for guests. The Old Dairy barn is a 17 th -century oak milking barn completely oak framed and illuminated with large chandeliers and fairylights. There’s a private and quaint courtyard which is perfect for holding guests before or hosting a canapé drinks reception after the nuptials. The venue is fully licensed for ceremonies inside the Oak Barn, al fresco underneath the Oak Veranda, or inside the Old Dairy Barn for up to 125. The maximum capacity in the Oak Barn is 220 for the reception. When tying the knot here couples can enjoy The Stables, the venue’s large bridal and groom preparation suite, with comfy seating area, washroom facilities, dressing room, make-up and hair stations with large mirrors. What’s more, couples booking this big-day venue will have the opportunity for a free wine and food tasting experience prior to the wedding. LOCAL VENUES 17