Your North East Wedding - Mar/Apr 2020 (Issue 37)

ACKLAM HALL 01642 822 000 |  acklamhall.co.uk With more than 300 years of character and charm, Acklam Hall is a beautifully restored wedding venue which exudes glamour and luxury with modern interiors that keep that classic aesthetic beauty. From the private-use garden to the pond and the avenue of trees leading up to the grounds, there’s plenty of nature surrounding the historic building. Two of the main features of this hall are the grand staircase with original carvings and the ornate ceilings that adorns rooms throughout venue. Ceremonies take place in multiple spaces in the building including a small intimate room called The Boudoir, ideal for up to 12 loved ones. Or, why not opt for The Parlour, which is a lovely bright room for ceremonies up to 35 guests? The largest room to say ‘I do’ is The Drawing Room with the capacity of 120 attendees, this incredible space is also perfect for an evening reception surrounded by 140 nearest and dearest.  When couples book Acklam Hall, they’ll receive a complimentary wedding tasting for the special day. carlawhittingham.co.uk carlawhittingham.co.uk LANGLEY CASTLE 01434 688 888 |  langleycastle.co.uk Langley Castle is the ultimate English wedding venue, which delivers a wow factor as the castle comes into view from the driveway. Couples can choose the wedding they desire, ranging from fairy-tale, grand, bespoke or the increasingly popular Game of Thrones -themed wedding. The exclustive-use venue’s 14 th -century magnificence is unsurpassed with authentic features, four-poster beds, dramatic leaded and drape-framed drawing room windows, and amazing battlements offering Rapunzel- style photography options in a tower and first-kiss moments set against a backdrop of sky and ancient castle stone. Say ‘I do’ in The Josephine Restaurant, which is full of rich décor, gilded paintings and burgundy velvet hues. This space can accommodate 40 to 120 guests for an ambience-filled ceremony, whilst a more intimate option is the stunning drawing room, with its chandeliers and amazing feature window for up to 40 people. For the reception, the pair can choose the contemporary Pavilion (capacity 30), with views of woodland, wildlife and castle walls, or the Stuart Suite that features a bar, dancefloor and access to the battlements for dramatic wedding photography. If couples fall in love with the venue, a free tasting session for the bride and groom is offered as well as a complimentary bridal suite (if all castle rooms are taken). The exclusive-use option allows the couple to charge out rooms to chosen guests if they wish, reducing the cost for the happy couple. alan-mason.co.uk alan-mason.co.uk GLORIOUS GARDENS 27