Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding - Page number 15 - August/September 2021 (Issue 84)

BATH AND MENDIP Spotlight on... ROMAN BATHS & PUMP ROOM 01225 477 786 | www.bathvenues.co.uk What can you expect? Situated in the heart of Bath’s World Heritage Site, the Roman Baths & Pump Room is one of the most distinctive buildings in the country. The award-winning complex is steeped in history, with its origins dating back 2,000 years. Forming part of the museum by day, the Great Bath has been meticulously renovated while retaining the character of this ancient monument. It’s here at sunrise and sunset that vows can be exchanged, overlooked by the beautiful Bath Abbey. Ceremonies can still take place in wet weather, as shelter is provided by the terrace above. Let’s celebrate! Perfect for smaller celebrations and elopements, sunrise ceremonies can be followed by a champagne breakfast for up to 60 guests or 40 guests on a Saturday. Sunset vows (160 guests) are followed by a glass of champagne on the 2,000-year-old paving. In colder weather, the steam from the baths, coupled with flickering torchlight, creates a magical atmosphere. From mid-June to the end of August, evening ceremonies are not available. The adjoining Grade I listed Pump Room (160 guests) is the ideal party space. Famously frequented by Jane Austen, the elegant room has tall windows, Corinthian columns and a glittering chandelier. Also part of the complex, the Terrace (80 guests) overlooking the Great Bath is an intimate area for events, along with the Reception Hall. Exclusive-use packages are available for up to 290 friends and family. Nearlyweds will be treated to a free menu tasting with the venue’s caterer, Searcys (www.searcys.co.uk). We love… The venue has put in place additional measures to ensure the safety of both guests and staff, and it has successfully hosted a number of COVID- secure weddings. https://albe rtpalmerphotography.com www.am ysanders.co.uk LOCAL VENUES 15