Your North East Wedding - March/April 2021 (Issue 43)

BLACKWELL GRANGE HOTEL 03301 027 238 | www.blackwellgrangehotel.com Nestled in wooded parkland on Darlington’s outskirts, The Blackwell Grange Hotel is a stunning 17 th -century mansion surrounded by beautiful countryside. Guests will arrive at the top of a sweeping driveway, and their first impressions will be of the beautiful lawned gardens. The hotel is like no other venue and has benefitted from an extensive refurbishment of public areas, giving the spaces a contemporary and sophisticated feel. The lounge area boasts a grand staircase, which provides an elegant backdrop for wedding photos. Couples can choose to be married in one of three locations at the hotel; The Gazebo is the perfect fairytale backdrop for the ‘I dos’ and is set in the lawned gardens – another excellent area for those all-important photographs. The Bruhenny Suite is a light and airy room with a feature fireplace and staircase which can seat up to 120 guests. If the couple desires a more intimate ceremony, The George Allan Suite can fit 70 people and features traditional décor and amazing views of the grounds. These two suites can also be transformed into a reception space. Retire after the day to a completely refurbished Bridal Suite, which is the ideal place to end the celebrations. We love... When lovebirds book this hotel for their wedding, they’ll receive a complimentary two-course wedding taster meal and three-month leisure membership. THE BOWES MUSEUM 01833 690 606 | www.thebowesmuseum.org.uk Located in the heart of Teesdale, The Bowes Museum is a hidden treasure with a selection of beautiful, elegant and opulent rooms with stunning views. The Grade I listed French chateau-style building was built from local stone and opened to the public in 1892. Fast forward the years; it now holds all sorts of weddings from traditional to quirky, formal and informal. The museum’s wedding coordinators understand that it’s a privilege to host someone’s wedding, which is why the museum only holds one per day. The team will look after the couple from the first inquiry, right through to waving them off at the end of the night. A stone entrance hall and a sweeping staircase leads guests to the spectacular picture galleries and ceremony spaces. The Music Room can hold a maximum capacity of 64 guests for the ‘I dos’ with a collection of musical instruments and paintings, while the Jubilee Room can fit 100 people with panoramic views. Or opt for the magnificent 19 th -century Picture Gallery for 200 partygoers with an unrivalled collection of paintings from around the world. Receptions at this venue occur in the Entrance Hall or Café Bowes with a maximum of 120 guests. We love... When couples pick the venue for their wedding day, they’ll receive complimentary admission to the museum from the date of booking to their first wedding anniversary. www.clai rehirst.co.uk www.cam eraa.co.uk https://amy louphotography.co.uk 20