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Where to say “I do” in south Bedfordshire

TODDINGTON PARK 07751 779 641 | https://toddington-park.co.uk

Set in 30 acres, Toddington Park is a Georgian manor house that creates the perfect backdrop to weddings and events.

Just south of Woburn, the Grade II listed property has a grand entranceway and offers magnificent views at every turn. As couples drive down the impressive driveway, they’ll fall in love with the formal lawns, delightful meadows and stunning lake. The park is home to moorhens, ducks, Canadian geese, majestic herons, and aquatic cormorants.

Available only for exclusive use, the family home only hosts a handful of weddings per year – meaning guests can expect all the care and attention needed to create memorable events.

The venue doesn’t have a ceremony licence, but couples can have celebrant-led ceremonies in the Drawing Room with 55 people. The space has plenty of natural lighting and can be dressed to match any wedding theme or colour scheme. Or pairs can enjoy outdoor ceremonies on the front lawn beside the charming pond with 150 loved ones.

Continue the celebrations in the Drawing Room, Entrance Hall and Dining Room with 55 people for wedding breakfasts and 100 for evening receptions – the spaces are bright and airy thanks to the Georgian construction. All rooms open up onto the front terrace, the perfect location for drinks receptions in the summer months.

For larger weddings, lovebirds can have marquee or tipi-style weddings in the meadow, which can accommodate150 guests in the summer months.

When couples book any of the wedding packages, they’ll receive a complimentary stay in the newly renovated three-bedroom cottage the night before and the night of their wedding.

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OFFLEY PLACE COUNTRY HOUSE HOTEL 01462 768 787 | www.offleyplace.com

Surrounded by 27 acres of manicured lawns, Offley Place Country House Hotel is a 17th-century manor house that has been lovingly restored to create the perfect location for weddings.

Ceremonies can take place in multiple locations at the hotel. Licensed for up to 120 guests, The Conservatory offers an elegant setting with rustic brickwork and sparkling chandeliers. The newest addition to the venue is The Hester Ballroom, which can host 250 guests for grand and stunning events. Every aspect of this location has been designed to create memorable experiences with no detail overlooked. Or why not exchange vows in The Salusbury Lounge, a warm and intimate setting for 40 guests? The grandeur of the room will add charm and elegance to all kinds of celebrations.

Is there anything more romantic than getting married in a garden full of flowers? The Rose Garden can accommodate 40 guests and offers an idyllic setting with colourful and vibrant blooms – it really is the perfect place for couples to start their journey together. Receptions occur in The Conservatory for 78 people or in The Hester Ballroom for 250.

The grand staircase and stunning tiered chandelier not only look great in photographs, but leads to the hotel’s 16 luxury bedrooms – perfect for guests to retreat to after dancing the night away.

The venue offers menu tasting sessions for exclusive-use weddings and a complimentary stay for couples in the beautiful Bridal Suite on the night of their wedding.

THE RUFUS CENTRE 01525 631 905 | www.therufuscentre.co.uk

The Rufus Centre is located on the outskirts of Flitwick in Bedfordshire, and provides the ideal backdrop to weddings.

With excellent road links, including the M1 nearby and rail connections, the property is perfect for guests travelling in.

Couples are spoilt for choice with three different wedding spaces to pick from; each one will complement any wedding theme. Exchange vows in The Lockyer Suite with 200 people. The location features a blank canvas to allow couples to personalise the room with the venue’s range of decoration packages, including the stunning ceiling canopy. Or why not opt for The Davis Suite, which can accommodate 70 loved ones? Another option is The Moorfield Room, which is perfect for smaller ceremonies with 30 people and overlooks the gardens.

The spacious grounds have a wedding garden that’s perfect for drinks receptions. Here photographers will be able to capture stunning images with nature as a backdrop.

Receptions occur in the Lockyer Suite with 200 people – there’s plenty of room for dancing and live music. The suite is connected to the separate Rendezvous Café & Bar for complete flexibility.

New for 2022 is an all-inclusive wedding package for up to 50-day guests and 100 in the evenings with the option of adding civil ceremony hire if desired.

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LUTON HOO HOTEL, GOLF & SPA

01582 734 437 | www.lutonhoo.co.uk

Stretching over 1,000 acres, the Luton Hoo estate boasts formal gardens designed by Capability Brown, glorious parkland, meadows, woodlands, lakes, rivers and nature trails – it’s truly picture perfect! The venue features ornate ceilings, winding staircases, marble fireplaces, individual period rooms, beautiful chandeliers and stunning interiors.

PUTTERIDGE BURY

01582 489 069 | www.putteridgebury.co.uk

This Grade II listed Elizabethan property was built as a replica of Chequers, the country house of every Prime Minister since 1921. The venue is well known for having stunning ceilings with beautiful chandeliers and the renowned grand staircase is a picture-perfect spot. With showstopping views from anywhere in the house, it really is the perfect location.

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ROTHAMSTED MANOR

01582 938 500 www.rothamstedenterprises.com/rothamsted-manor

Established in 1623, Rothamsted Manor is an impressive Grade I listed manor house set in 12 acres of beautiful gardens and woodlands. The manor’s exterior offers impressive historical features such as stained-glass family crests in the windows, a clock tower and curved gables. The venue sits on the vast grounds of Rothamsted Research, the world’s oldest agricultural research institute home to some of the oldest scientific experiments.

THE CONSERVATORY AT LUTON HOO

01582 459 216 | www.lutonhoo-walledgarden.co.uk

Located in Bedfordshire, The Conservatory is nestled within the historic 18th-century Walled Garden. The venue’s grounds were originally established in the 1770s by John Stuart, 3rd Earl of Bute. It’s now continuously developed to reflect the traditional use of the grounds with beautiful flower beds, plants and fruit trees.

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