Your North East Wedding - Jan/Feb 2020 (Issue 36)

DURHAM VENUES 19 RADISSON BLU DURHAM Contemporary and stylish, this city centre hotel offers the perfect space to say ‘I do’. Outside, capture private moments with your photographer on the riverbanks of the historic Durham city while your guests enjoy a drinks reception or live band. Whatever you decide to do, Radisson Blu’s team will make sure your day runs without a hitch. Radisson Blu Durham’s fabulous Auger and intimate Seam Suites are designed for flexibility. They can be arranged in a number of different styles, each offering a warm and intimate atmosphere for you and your special guests. What’s more, they can create an enchanting, intimate wedding for just 20 people – or deliver a memorable and fantastic celebration for up to 220 guests. All that plus free menu tasting, a complimentary suite for the bride and groom and a complimentary stay for your first anniversary celebration! Ceremony licence? Yes radissonblu.com | 0191 372 7213 rosieimages.com SEAHAM HALL Situated on Durham’s glorious heritage coast, Seaham Hall provides an enchanting backdrop for weddings and ceremonies. Located just 20 minutes’ drive from Durham, the imposing property sits in rural splendour beside the sea and is one of the North East’s most special and sought-after wedding venues. Built in 1791 by Sir Ralph Milbanke on the site of a medieval manor house, the drawing room was the venue for the marriage of legendary poet Lord Bryon to Sir Ralph’s daughter in 1815. Available for exclusive hire for weddings; from the grandest of society celebrations to more intimate affairs; wedding settings include The Ballroom, featuring floor-to-ceiling Georgian windows which offer a sweeping view of the Durham coastline. There’s also The Courtyard, a gorgeous atrium space with vaulted glass ceiling, marble floors and a winding staircase; and The Terrace, with its 37 acres of landscaped gardens, lily ponds and wild woodlands for an unforgettable drinks reception. You can even opt for an outdoor wedding ceremony, overlooking the beach, or a summer BBQ wedding! Ceremony licence? Yes seaham-hall.co.uk | 0191 516 1400 rosieimages.com