RUSTIC romance

Beautiful wedding barns and al fresco settings from around the counties

HANGER FARM ARTS CENTRE

02380 667 683 www.minsteadtrust.org.uk/HangerFarmWeddings

Hanger Farm Arts Centre in Totton is a popular venue with exposed wooden beams throughout and large windows in The Gallery and foyer area – making it a stunning location for memorable wedding receptions.

The main function room has wooden flooring and more exposed beams, giving the room a warm and elegant feel. Couples will have the whole building solely for their wedding, enabling them to enjoy time with loved ones at their leisure.

The theatre within Hanger Farm is the main function space and can accommodate 140 people for sit-down meals before being transformed for evening receptions. Couples can dance the night away to the music of their choice. The Gallery space is ideal for serving buffets, and the main foyer has a fully licensed bar. In addition, the team enables lovebirds to choose caterers for sit-down meals, hot or cold buffets or informal approaches such as hog roasts.

BALMER LAWN HOTEL & SPA

01590 625 779 | www.balmerlawnhotel.com

For couples looking for a romantic postcard setting, Balmer Lawn Hotel & Spa is a must-see space.

Set back behind a cricket pitch, the iconic venue has the perfect mixture of traditional and contemporary styles. With sun-drenched terraces and beautiful gardens, lovebirds will be spoilt for choice when it comes to stunning backdrops. Looking out over the lawn, the impressive building boasts a fascinating past and has been used as everything from a hunting lodge and a field hospital to an army staff college and coaching inn.

As an award-winning destination for weddings, pairs can exchange vows in the garden’s oak-beamed Sylvan Pavilion. Or, why not opt for the Beaulieu Suit with 140 loved ones? Set back from the main Hotel with its own entrance and facilities, the suite includes the refurbished Beaulieu Room, the Hamble space with a bar and dancefloor as well as the Avon area for extra seating. There’s access to three outdoor terrace areas as well, including the hotel gardens. In the evenings, newlyweds can party the night away with up to 220 family and friends.

We love… the beautiful high-ceilinged Savernake Room, the light and airy space with a private decked terrace is ideal for intimate weddings or post-vows drinks.

FURZEY GARDENS

02380 667 683 | www.minsteadtrust.org.uk/furzeyweddings

Nestled in the heart of the New Forest National Park, Furzey Gardens is a picturesque and tranquil English country garden venue that hosts ceremonies between May and September. During spring and summer, the property is bursting with colour, which provides a dazzling backdrop to photographs. Couples will be surrounded by beautiful trees, shrubs and flowers.

Exchange the pontoon looking out over the lake or celebrate under one of the beautiful wooden structures – there’s an array of locations to host memorable ceremonies.

We love… that the helpful team will be on-hand to help couples create the perfect day as they exchange vows surrounded by loved ones. They’re there to help ensure weddings run smoothly while taking away any added worry or stress.