Your Yorkshire Wedding - May/June 2020 (Issue 42)

BOLTON CASTLE 01969 623 981 | www.boltoncastle.co.uk WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT? Situated in the Dales, this impressive Medieval castle overlooks the Wensleydale Hills. Found in beautiful gardens, there are plenty of picture-perfect spots including a maze and flower arches. There’s real wow factor as guests enter through the portcullis into the cobbled courtyard and the view from the battlements is truly breathtaking. Inside, the castle has been protected to show how it would have looked when it was a luxurious Medieval home, complete with working fireplaces and spiral staircases. Guests will also love seeing the armoury and dungeon. TIME TO CELEBRATE! There are many areas to explore and rooms to suit up to 120 day guests and 200 evening guests. The Old Kitchen (up to 70 guests) is a popular space for smaller weddings or reception drinks with its beams and working fireplaces. Once Mary Queen of Scots’ day room, the light and airy Solar (120 guests) is where most ceremonies are held. The Great Chamber can seat up to 120 guests for a meal, and is a brilliant party space for 200 friends and family in the evening. Couples will be glad to know the venue is available the day before the wedding for stress-free set-up. They’ll also receive a free menu tasting. WE LOVE… The resident birds of prey can provide a falconry display or even deliver the wedding rings. www.amoreweddingplanning.co.uk www.amoreweddingplanning.co.uk THE DEVONSHIRE ARMS HOTEL AND SPA 01756 718 155 | www.yorkshirewedding.co.uk WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT? The Devonshire Arms Hotel and Spa at Bolton Abbey combines panoramic beauty with style and traditional elegance. This landmark venue is enveloped by pretty English gardens full of abundant plants and flowers, as well as an Italianate-style knot garden. The venue itself is a handsome Georgian property crafted from Yorkshire stone. Once a coaching inn owned by several dukes of Devonshire, it’s been sympathetically extended. Inside it has a homely yet classic feel, with fine art, period features and contemporary design. The bedroom suites boast hand-carved four-poster beds and the hotel even has two heli pads for those who wish to arrive in style. TIME TO CELEBRATE! Ceremonies take place in a range of locations for 12 to 90 guests. The wood-panelled Cavendish Room (90 guests) boasts decorative sconces and mirror panels, while the atmospheric Clifford Room (30 guests) is ideal for cosy celebrations with its dark blue palette. Smaller parties should consider the Hartington Room (20 guests) or the Barden Room (12 guests). Receptions can be held for up to 130 loved ones. Couples will receive a complimentary tasting to help them decide on their big-day menu. WE LOVE… The tranquil Devonshire Spa is housed in an ancient barn adjacent to the hotel and features a swimming pool, treatment rooms, steam room, sauna, rasul temple and relaxation space for pre- and post-wedding pampering. THEMED VENUES 19