Your Yorkshire Wedding - November/December 2020 (Issue 45)

THE OAKWOOD AT RYTHER 07852 899 428 | www.oakwoodatryther.co.uk What can you expect? Sitting in the middle of the North Yorkshire countryside, the exclusive-use Oakwood at Ryther offers peace and tranquillity with undisturbed views across fields and woodland. Outside is a beautiful courtyard and landscaped garden, while inside the generations-old family farm has been beautifully adapted for weddings. Using original features and reclaimed materials, master craftsmen have injected character into the barns with a focus on old-meets-new styling; modern glass elements blend seamlessly into rustic brickwork and traditional oak beams. Time to celebrate! There are two indoor celebration spaces for up to 200 ceremony guests and 250 reception guests, as well as the pretty Courtyard for al fresco ceremonies. The stunning Ceremony Hall boasts statement oak arches, a showstopping fairylight wall and a champagne bar. The Old Grain Barn oozes a rustic-luxe vibe with original beams, twinkling chandeliers and a feature staircase leading to a cocktail lounge on the mezzanine. Both spaces have everything the modern couple could need for the perfect celebration. We love… A lovingly restored 17 th century barn now forms part of the accommodation offering. Sleeping up to 32 guests in 15 king-size en suite bedrooms, its open plan layout is perfect for friends and family to get together. YE OLDE BELL HOTEL & SPA 01777 705 121 | www.yeoldebell-hotel.co.uk What can you expect? Surrounded by picturesque countryside, the extensive gardens at Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa feature the fairytale Oak Pavilion and contemporary Mediterranean-style Garden Terrace Bar. Dating back to the 17 th century, the venue blends classic and contemporary touches for a quintessentially English venue in every season. The hotel combines traditional features such as oak panelling, open fires and chandeliers with contemporary finishes. There are numerous function spaces, 59 bedrooms, suites and luxury lodges, two dining venues and a luxury multi-million-pound spa. Time to celebrate! All sizes of events are catered for here, from an intimate celebration for two to a grand affair for up to 250 people. Outside, couples can choose from the fairytale Oak Pavilion (30 guests) with its pretty box-hedge aisle or the gardens for bigger outdoor events. The Bradgate and Wiseton Suites (180 guests) boast ornate moulded ceilings, oak panelling and fifteen twinkling chandeliers. With direct access to the gardens it brings the outdoors in. The Nielsen and Levack Suites (120 guests) are bright elegant spaces, while smaller gatherings will suit the Restaurant Bar 1650 (40 guests) or the very intimate Victoria Suite (14 guests), which is named after the young queen who visited during her reign. We love… Wedding-night accommodation is complimentary for newlyweds and they’ll also receive a free 30-minute facial each. THEMED VENUES 21