HESTERCOMBE GARDENS 01823 413 923 | www.hestercombe.com/weddings The historical buildings at Hestercombe have plenty of wow factor and offer unrivalled views across the glorious Edwardian gardens and beyond to the imposing Blackdown Hills. The venue features no less than 50 acres of lovingly restored gardens, representing three centuries of work and featuring lakes, cascades, temples, rills, shade-dappled pathways, and romantic corners. The beautiful scenery is tended by a team of skilled gardeners all year round providing a very special setting indeed for any big day. Ceremonies can be held in The Orangery for up to 90 loved ones. A beautiful light-filled setting, this iconic ham-stone building was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, and offers the ideal backdrop whatever your theme. Guests can spill out on the Orangery Lawn and enjoy a drinks reception post vows. The Bampfylde Hall meanwhile, dates back to 1680 and with its high ceilings and dramatic timber beams it provides a memorable space for your vows. There’s room here for 150 nearest and dearest. It’s also home to wedding receptions at Hestercombe and can seat 112 guests for the wedding breakfast and can accommodate 150 for the evening do. With a lovely fairylight canopy it offers a charming and romantic atmosphere as you dine and dance the night away. Alternatively, if you’d prefer to exchange vows in the open air, truly making the most of the gorgeous gardens, the Temple Arbour, dating from the 1750s and perched high above the Pear Pond, can seat up to 112. Hestercombe House too can host intimate ceremonies and receptions in its period rooms. COMBE HOUSE HOTEL 01278 741 382 | www.combehouse.co.uk A privately-owned country-house hotel with 17 individually decorated ensuite bedrooms with dining areas and bar, Combe House Hotel also boasts a year-round function marquee with starlit ceiling, picture windows, bar, dancefloor, lighting and PA system. Set in the magnificent Quantock Hills in four-and-a-half acres of its own grounds and picturesque gardens, it also has access to the Hills and within a mere three-minute walk there’s a large open wooden area, ideal for your photos. Indoor ceremonies are held in the hotel’s lounge where there’s space for 80 of your nearest and dearest. It’s an intimate ceremony area with wood-beamed ceilings, a large open fireplace dressed with foliage, and a wood burner. Al fresco “I dos” take place in the pan-tiled Corner House, a three-sided structure complete with rose arch entrance and cream aisle carpet on shingles. It can host 110 loved ones. Celebrate in style in the Hotel dining room. A private dining area located inside the main hotel it boasts picture windows and can seat 45. Alternatively for larger numbers, there’s the permanent year-round marquee. Fully glazed and heated with a starlit ceiling it can host 110 guests. There’s also a full bar and dancefloor facilities to be enjoyed. www.jamesandkerriephotography.co.uk https://simonbiffenphotography.co.uk 22
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