ALREWAS HAYES, DE13 7DL 01283 791 625 | www.alrewashayes.com Alrewas Hayes is a Grade II listed quintessential English country estate. Situated on the outskirts of Fradley Village, the property dates back to 1066 and is believed to be the extensive Staffordshire woodland noted in the Doomsday Book. This large 100 acre estate comprises of a central courtyard, landscaped gardens, woodlands and rural countryside. The venue fuses historical charm with a contemporary aesthetic, with each ceremony space offering a different style. There are also 11 bedrooms to choose from and impressive architecture throughout. Celebrate in style Ceremonies can take place in The Orangery. Bathed in natural light, with a flourish of period touches throughout, this events space brings an air of elegance to every occasion. Located within the wing of the house, it has a distinctive curved ceiling, arched windows and doors that open out onto the Courtyard. It’s capable of holding 100 guests for the service and 52 for the wedding breakfast. The Lakeside (180) overlooks the private lake, woodlands and wheat fields beyond. By day this area is a tranquil, whitewashed canvas for the creative and by night an atmospheric, star-lit party space. Accessed via its own private walkway, The Great Barn (650) is the largest event space. Reminiscent of a cool airport hanger from the outside, it has a sleek and contemporary design on the inside, creating plenty of places to take photographs. Alternatively, the Lobby (40) or Courtyard can be used for smaller ceremonies. We love... You will receive a tasting evening ahead of the wedding, a book of trusted suppliers, access to the 11 bedrooms, including the honeymoon suite and breakfast for all of your overnight guests. SWINFEN HALL, WS14 9RE 01543 481 494 | www.swinfenhallhotel.co.uk Swinfen Hall is an elegant Georgian manor house with a mixture of old and new styles. Set at the end of a sweeping drive, the property stands proudly amongst 100 acres of gardens and parklands and boasts a private deer park, ornamental ponds, a Victorian walled garden and a courtyard garden complete with a bar and a luxury marquee. In the middle of the deer park sits an impressive red tree which is an artistic impression of the venue’s commitment to fighting climate change. It was created by local artist MC Vincent and is a constant reminder to be as ethical and environmentally responsible as possible. COTON HOUSE FARM WEDDING VENUE, WS14 9LQ 01543 432 429 | www.cotonhousefarm.com Nestled in the picturesque village of Whittington in rural Staffordshire, the Coton House Farm Wedding Venue is a 16th-century farm that was once used as a rest point for local beef farmers on their way to Lichfield. This traditional Yorkshire board-clad building has large oak frames that blend into the rural setting. Inside is The Stables, a large preparation suite, with a comfy seating area, washroom facilities, dressing room and hair and make-up stations. SHUSTOKE BARN, B46 2BL 01675 620 620 | www.crippsandco.com/shustoke-barn Situated just outside Coleshill, Shustoke Barn is an 18th-century red brick barn set around a private courtyard. The ceremony and wedding breakfast all take place in the main barn, which is then transformed for the reception. Boasting a timber ceiling, flagstone floors, oak beams and floor-to-ceiling windows that let in plenty of natural light, the colour-changing LED lights and rustic iron candle chandeliers suit any colour scheme and set the mood for dancing. The space can accommodate 140 friends and family for the service and 200 for the evening celebration. THORPE GARDEN, B79 0LH 01827 210 999 | www.crippsandco.com/thorpe-garden Situated just a few miles from Tamworth, Thorpe Garden is a handcrafted wooden yurt and contemporary ceremony room in a beautiful walled garden. The property has on-site accommodation in the boutique guesthouse, which can sleep up to 42 guests in 21 en-suite guest rooms, including a honeymoon suite. The gardener’s cottage is available to use on the morning of the wedding, providing a quiet and relaxing space to get ready for the special day. www.boyntonweddingphotography.co.uk Also check out… LOCAL VENUES 15
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