Your North East Wedding - November/December 2019 (Issue 35)

22 DOXFORD HALL Doxford Hall is a classic country house hotel, with a 4 AA red star rating – the only venue in the county to have this accolade. Having recently celebrated its 200th anniversary, its Georgian symmetry and style is exemplified in features such as a grand entrance incorporating elegant stone columns, sash windows and a soft sandstone facade draped by ivy. Say ‘I do’ in front of 200 guests in the Kennedy Suite, a classical ballroom with glittering chandeliers. There’s also the Flower Room (20 guests), with a neoclassical feature window; George Runciman (120 guests), with its rich claret décor and stone fireplace; the Northumberland Room (50 guests), a beautiful period drawing room with garden views; and the Library (50 guests), with its hand- carved book shelves and stained-glass ceiling rose. You can also choose to wed in the warmer months in the pagoda in the grounds (24 guests). Ceremony licence? Yes doxfordhall.com | 01665 589 700 ELLINGHAM HALL Northumberland’s Ellingham Hall is a photographer’s playground. With luscious lawns, peaceful streams, mini waterfalls and enchanted woodlands, Ellingham has no shortage of breath-taking outdoor spaces. Inside is just as impressive in this beautiful 18 th- century stately home. From high ceilings and underground games rooms, to architectural period features and a show- stopping staircase, it’s the perfect choice for a wow-factor wedding. Marry in the Chapel (140 guests), a bright space perfect for couples who want a venue they can personalise. There’s also the Lawns (140 guests) for those wishing to wed outside, or the Ceremony Room (104 guests), a wooden-panelled room with hand-carved towering and fireplace. Accommodation is also included as part of the venue’s experience, both before and on the night of your wedding. Ellingham also provides evening food, and breakfast both mornings of the stay – meaning as soon as you and your guests arrive, you can relax and enjoy the full experience. Ceremony licence? Yes ellingham-hall.co.uk | 01665 568 118 paulliddement.com helenrussellphotography.co.uk helenrussellphotography.co.uk