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

PAXTON HOUSE 01289 386 291 | www.paxtonhouse.co.uk Located in eight acres of beautiful grounds, Paxton House is the perfect backdrop to a wedding day with gardens, woodland and riverside setting. The stunning 17 th -century Georgian mansion is on the banks of the River Tweed straddling the Scottish/English border. The venue has a choice of eight different venue spaces to choose from: The Front Hall (20 guests) offers a lovely bright space for intimate gatherings complete with original features and fireplace. At the same time, the Dining Room (40) delivers the beautiful elegance and historical touch of a stately home with stunning views over the vista across the river. Or why not opt for the Hayloft Gallery (60), a wonderfully light, modern and self-contained space or the cosy and sumptuous Library with a distinctive setting for 30 guests? For couples looking for an unusual space, The Boat House (35) is full of rustic charm set on the River Tweed banks or the Coble Boat is a truly memorable way to tie the knot afloat on the river. The Picture Gallery (120) is an amazing space with masterpieces on loan from National Galleries of Scotland for all the art lovers out there. For larger weddings, the Marquee (200) offers the ultimate blank canvas with glorious views over the River Tweed and Union Chain Bridge, while the Gardens (200) allows guests to enjoy the tranquillity and beauty of the venue. All of these spaces, except for the Coble Boat, can be used for a reception. CLENNELL HALL COUNTRY HOUSE 01669 650 377 |  www.clennellhallcountryhouse.com Dating back to the 13 th century, Clennell Hall Country House is a beautiful Grade II listed building set in extensive gardens which are perfect for wedding photography. The hall retains many original architectural features with its ornate ceilings, panelled walls, mullioned windows, beautiful Jacobite staircase and 10 tastefully decorated guest rooms. Situated on the first floor with beautiful large windows overlooking the gardens, The Function Room is the perfect space to say ‘I do’ and host a wedding breakfast with 50 loved ones. Or why not exchange vows in The Reception Hall with a beautiful staircase and incredible views, for 50 guests in the day and 100 in the evening? For a more intimate wedding, the stone arched Pele Tower Cellar can accommodate 30 guests for the ceremony and 20 for a wedding breakfast. In the summer (weather permitting), the Horseshoe Bar situated in the garden can be used for outdoor receptions. Couples interested in a civil marriage must contact and book registrars themselves; Clennell Hall cannot perform this task and registrar fees are not included in the venue hire. When nearlyweds book the hall for their special day, they’ll receive wedding night accommodation and full use of the venue if all 10 guest rooms are booked for a large wedding. www.tara greyphotography.co.uk www.face book.com/GavinForsterPhotography GLORIOUS GARDENS 21