Your North East Wedding - November/December 2023 (Issue 59)

ROCKLIFFE HALL, DL2 2DU 01325 729 999 | www.rockliffehall.com Rockliffe Hall is a charming red brick 18th-century Victorian mansion that’s been transformed into a five-star hotel. Dating back to the 1800s, the property is set within a 375-acre estate on the banks of the River Tees. There are several places to explore and take those all-important photographs, including the Old Hall, which has high ceilings and original features, and the restored Walled Kitchen Garden, featuring freshly grown produce and flower beds bursting with colour all year round. Celebrate in style The Rockliffe Suite is the largest conference and banqueting suite in the resort and can accommodate weddings of up to 150 friends and family. Featuring a marble-pillared entrance hall and an ivy-covered garden arch, it has its own private entrance, outdoor terrace, gardens, kitchen, lounge, and fully licensed bar. The space is also used for receptions, where the in-house team of chefs can provide your ideal menu, from traditional Italian antipasti and small plates to outdoor firepits, hog roasts, and more. We love... The spa facilities include a swimming pool and an outdoor hot tub. BLACKWELL GRANGE HOTEL, DL3 8QH 03301 027 238 | www.blackwellgrangehotel.com Blackwell Grange Hotel is a 17th-century mansion surrounded by picturesque countryside on the outskirts of Darlington. The property has benefited from an extensive refurbishment of public areas, giving the spaces a contemporary and sophisticated feel. From the moment your guests arrive at the sweeping driveway, they will fall in love with the hotel and its beautiful lawned gardens. Celebrate in style The Gazebo is ideal for fairytale weddings and is set on the lawned gardens, while the Bruhenny Suite is a light and airy room with space for 120 guests. Intimate weddings are held in the George Allan Suite. Able to fit 70 of your nearest and dearest, the space features traditional décor and impressive views of the grounds. Both suites can be transformed for receptions to keep the celebrations going. After dancing the night away, newlyweds can retire to the refurbished Bridal Suite. We love... When you book your wedding here, you will receive a complimentary two-course wedding taster meal and a three-month leisure membership. www.stanseatonphotography.co.uk www.stanseatonphotography.co.uk www.cameraa.co.uk www.clairehirst.co.uk 20

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