BOVEY CASTLE. YOU’VE ARRIVED.
CONGRATULATIONS
From the moment you arrive at Bovey Castle, you will instantly know that this is the venue for your wedding. As the only five-star luxury hotel and country estate in the county, Bovey Castle is the unrivalled location for a Devon wedding within an ancient moorland setting. Built at the turn of the last century, Bovey Castle has remained loyal to the subtle vision of grandeur upon which it was founded as a decadent rural retreat. The understated elegance of a bygone era echoes throughout the hotel, capturing the true spirit of an endless house party.
Civilised cerEmony Surrounded by more than 275 acres of private grounds within the unspoiled Dartmoor National Park, the luxury of Bovey Castle and the legends of the moors blend together effortlessly, to create a location that is steeped in both history and heritage. Discover a unique setting for your wedding day at Bovey Castle. From the imposing splendour of the Cathedral Room to the sophisticated dĂŠcor of the Adam Room, there is an intimate or stately place at Bovey Castle for however you envision your special day. Professional advice and recommendations are offered at every stage of wedding planning from our wedding co-ordinators.
EXCLUSIVELY YOURS
With exclusive use of Bovey Castle, the hotel becomes yours for the day. Your guests are greeted upon arrival and ushered into the luxurious hospitality of your very own country manor, where your wedding celebrations begin in the utmost style and privileged ambience. The unpretentious splendour of Bovey Castle and its breathtaking surroundings ensure that an exclusive use wedding is an unashamedly lavish affair.
EDWARDIAN ELEGANCE
Your first meal together as husband and wife has to be unforgettable, with only the finest ingredients and wines to complement the day’s celebrations. Each of our wedding breakfast menus promise a taste of luxury, or work with our head chef to create a menu that is truly unique to your day.
PERFECT PARTNERS
If you require advice on arranging the finer details of your wedding day, we have an extensive directory of wedding suppliers that we can share with you. From transport to photographers, wedding day flowers to hair and make-up, Bovey Castle’s directory is compiled from the hotel’s personal experience of only the highest standards of service.
We want your wedding day to be everything you hope for and more, which is why we provide our brides and grooms with complimentary access to Moposa – the award-winning, online wedding service. Moposa helps you share more of the experience with your friends and family, simplify the wedding planning process and save time and money along the way.
Some of the complimentary Moposa tools include: • Seating planner – drag ‘n’ drop guest names onto seats and see how the room will look • A wedding website with your own personal ‘.com’ URL • Guestxt – send hundreds of free text messages to all your guests • Guest list and RSVP manager • Task list manager • Budget planner
VENUE INFORmATION
ROOm for your wedding CATHEDRAL ROOM A beautiful, regal style room with balcony area, roof high ceilings and feature fireplace, with stunning views over the valley from every window. There is direct access to the South Terrace, which overlooks the estate, making this room ideal for a civil ceremony or welcome drinks. For 20 – 150 people attending a civil ceremony or drinks reception.
ADAM ROOM The Adam Room is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful rooms at Bovey Castle, with its iconic chandelier and period décor complemented by spectacular views of the hotel estate and countryside. For 20 – 40 people attending a civil ceremony or drinks reception.
LIBRARY A warm and intimate room, ideal for small civil ceremonies. The room features a large fireplace with views over the valley and has access onto the South Terrace - perfect for celebratory drinks following the ceremony. For 4 – 20 people attending a civil ceremony.
SUMMERHOUSE Set in a quiet corner of our grounds and flanked by tall hedges and herbaceous borders, the Summerhouse is your opportunity to have your civil ceremony outdoors at Bovey Castle. Drinks can follow on our croquet lawn, overlooking the picturesque lake. For 4 – 100 people attending a civil ceremony.
Portico/South Terrace The Portico on the South Terrace is one of the most desirable wedding locations at Bovey Castle; seating is typically arranged in a semi-circle so as to emphasise the grandiose flight of stairs that lead from the lawns of the South Terrace up to the Portico, taking in panoramic estate and moorland views from the manor house’s original sheltered porch. For 4 – 70 people attending a civil ceremony.
THE EDWARDIAN GRILL RESTAURANT Our main dining area for larger wedding breakfasts, this room is available from 1pm - 5pm (unless Bovey Castle has been hired on an exclusive use basis). The Edwardian Grill is uniquely decorated with silk painted wallpaper and beautiful Art Deco chandeliers, with stunning views over the valley. For 60 – 150 people attending a wedding breakfast.
BOVEY ROOM Ideal for an intimate wedding breakfast, the Bovey Room has been finished with sumptuous furnishings and delicate lighting for the most romantic of settings. For 10 – 32 people attending a wedding breakfast.
Mulberry Room The smaller of our two private dining rooms and an intimate location for a wedding breakfast, with ornate décor and a striking fireplace at its centre. For 4 – 12 people attending a wedding breakfast.
DARTMOOR SUITE Situated in the hotel mews (adjacent to the main house), the Dartmoor Suite lends itself perfectly for an evening celebration with ample space for entertaining guests. With its own bar and bathrooms, the Dartmoor Suite’s modern but classic feel provides a perfect environment for dinner and dancing. For 50 – 150 people attending an evening function.
More information on any of our packages, rooms and facilities is available.
CIVIL CEREMONY ROOM HIRE PRICES Cathedral Room £1,990 Adam Room £650 Library £450 Outdoor Summerhouse £2,200 Outdoor Portico/South Terrace £1,990 We offer a 10% discount off our wedding package and room hire rates for midweek weddings (Monday – Thursday).
REGISTRAR INFORMATION Should you wish to get married at Bovey Castle, you must make your own registrar arrangements.
REGISTRAR CONTACT DETAILS Devon Registration Service Larkbeare House Topsham Road Exeter EX2 4NG T: 0845 155 1002 E: srexeter@devon.gov.uk
EVENING RECEPTION The Dartmoor Suite is offered for evening receptions and is included within the Teign and Tavy packages. This is a self-contained building with its own bar, dance floor and bathrooms. A minimum number of bedrooms must be taken when evening entertainment is booked and all guests attending the evening function must be catered for.
ACCOMMODATION The accommodation for the bride and groom is on a complimentary basis in a Junior State room for the Teign package and a Grand State room for the Tavy package. Upgraded accommodation for parents is based on an upgrade from a Classic room to a Castle room on the Teign package, or an upgrade to a Superior Castle on the Tavy package. A minimum and maximum number of bedrooms and length of stay may be required on certain dates, as well as with certain entertainment options.
EXCLUSIVE USE Bovey Castle is the ideal venue to book on an exclusive use basis; this offers you exclusive use of all the public areas within the hotel (except Library, Castle Bistro, spa, pool and golf course) and accommodation in the hotel’s 64 bedrooms on a bed and breakfast basis. As requirements and preferences for exclusive use weddings differ vastly, Bovey Castle offers tailored pricing on application from prospective brides and grooms. TERMS AND CONDITIONS A £2,000 (£5,000 for exclusive use bookings) non-refundable deposit is required on return of contract to secure the booking. A total of 50% of estimated charges is due six months prior to the date, with the final balance due one month prior to the date. Full details will be sent with the contract, including cancellation details.The wedding packages are based on a minimum of 20 guests; below this number items will be priced individually. We reserve the right to set a minimum of 50 guests for weddings on Saturdays between April – September and December. The Edwardian Grill restaurant is available for the wedding breakfast between 1pm and 5pm. We understand that all weddings are individual and your wedding co-ordinator will be delighted to discuss your specific requirements.
Your 2013-2014 WEDDINg At Bovey Castle .
YOU’VE ARRIVED.
A PAckage to suit every Wedding Bovey Castle welcomes weddings from 2 - 150 guests, with a wide selection of dining options, rooms to suit all layouts and ideas for evening entertainment and music. While every wedding at Bovey Castle is a bespoke experience, our wedding packages have been designed to assist our brides and grooms with the organisation of the most important elements of the day. Bovey Castle’s three wedding packages – Tamar, Teign and Tavy – all include the wedding breakfast and celebratory drinks, while both the Teign and Tavy also include in evening function and accommodation for the bride and groom. Wedding packages start from £99 per guest. TERMS AND CONDITIONS The Tamar package is not available on Saturdays between Easter and September and cannot be booked in conjunction with the midweek 10% discount.
What’s included in our wedding packages • Guidance from our experienced wedding co-ordinators • All linens and napkins • Complimentary use of silver cake stand and knife • Candelabras on the table • PA system • Dance floor • Reduced bedroom rates for wedding guests • Accommodation includes access to the hotel’s leisure facilities: swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam rooms, gym, croquet lawn, tennis courts, daily falconry display, complimentary daily activities for younger guests – egg collecting and meeting the hotel ferrets • Complimentary parking • Evening room hire on Teign and Tavy packages • Stunning grounds for your memorable photographs • VAT at current rates
2013 - 2014 wedding packages
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Time for the Girls Enjoy an indulgent day of pampering and relaxation before the big day – for four or more ladies. Time for the Girls includes full use of the leisure facilities and either a SUNDÃRI Pure Refresh Facial or a SUNDÃRI Balancing Back Treatment and champagne afternoon tea. Price: £65 per person. Treatment time: 25 minutes Leisure facilities include the pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam rooms and gym. TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR TIME FOR THE GIRLS Dates subject to availability. Time for the Girls is available Monday-Friday only with a maximum number of 10 people. Please call to discuss requirements.
Time for the BOYS A distinctly different tee time – for four or more gents. A round of golf on our championship course. Price: £59 per person or £75 with a two-course meal. The novice Half-hour golf lesson, followed by practice and a two-course meal. Price: £45 per person. SomChai Golfer’s Tonic spa treatment Price: £100. Treatment time: 75 minutes. TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR TIME FOR THE BOYS Dates subject to availability. Minimum four golfers, a handicap certificate must be presented. Meal served in the Castle Bistro.
THE FINISHING TOUCH THE DAY BEFORE THE BIG DAY For brides and grooms wishing to start their celebrations early with an activity or spa treatment, choose between: • A SUNDÃRI Express treatment • A round of golf • An archery and cider and sloe gin making session Followed by a three-course dinner in the Castle Bistro for £75 per person. For an additional £20 per person, champagne afternoon tea can be added to your pre-wedding party. For younger guests up to the age of 14 years, Bovey Castle offers a mini manicure for girls or a golf lesson for boys with dinner in the Castle Bistro for £25 per child. TERMS AND CONDITIONS Minimum numbers apply for all events and activities, spa treatments and dining reservations must be booked prior to arrival.
DRESS REHEARSAL, BRIDAL BEAUTY & GROOMING Bridal Wedding Make-up A pre-wedding make-up trial using Glo Minerals, which guarantee a flawless finish. On the big day, make-up can be applied in the spa or your bedroom for stress-free preparation. Price: £100. BRIDAL PARTY WEDDING MAKE-UP An express application of Glo Minerals make-up to take the hassle out of getting ready on the day. Price: £40 per person. INDULGENT RADIANCE Start with a SUNDÃRI Pure Refresh Facial to even out the skin, followed by an OPI file and polish to make nails shine. Price: £60. Treatment time: 50 minutes. FOR THE GROOM Prepare for your big day with a SUNDÃRI Ãkarshan Men’s Face Treatment. A targeted treatment for the unique needs of men’s skin using the healing power of neem. The skin is left cleansed, soothed and fresh. Price: £75. Treatment time: 50 minutes.
USEFUL CONTACTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Business
Name
FLORISTS
Emma Vowles Flowers Flowers Going Green Simply Flowers K
BANDS
Scarlett Entertainment
DISCOS
Your Big Event Flash Mobile Disco
STRING QUARTET AND MUSICIANS MAKE-UP BAGPIPES CAKES
The Exe Valley String Quartet Pink Champagne String Quartet
Bovey Castle in-house beauticians Changing Faces Make-up Artists James Robertson
Nibble & Scoff Creative Cakes Bovey Castle wedding cake service
Contact Number
Website/e-mail
Emma Vowles Nadia Taylor Kate Bainbridge
07842 113193 01822 854840 01626 833373
www.emmavowles.co.uk www.flowersgoinggreen.com www.simplyflowersdevon.com
Rebecca Marks
01626 356349
www.scarlettentertainment.com
Andy Harris Jake Robson
07970 717448 0845 5212736
www.yourbigevent.co.uk www.flashdiscos.co.uk
07852 314708 01208 815740
www.exevalleystringquartet.co.uk www.pinkchampagnequartet.co.uk
Julie Smith James Robertson
Joella Housego Erica Loram
01647 445022 01395 562970
www.boveycastle.com www.changingfaces.net
01392 218148 01647 273003 01647 433143 01647 445098
www.nibbleandscoff.co.uk ejloram@yahoo.co.uk www.boveycastle.com
USEFUL CONTACTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Business
WEDDING TRANSPORT AND CHAUFFEUR HIRE
BRIDAL WEAR BUS COMPANY PHOTOGRAPHERS MAGICIAN FAVOURS
Name Babbacombe Cars North Curry Carriages Se Marier Sam Cox Bridalwear Sarah Treble Bridal Couture
Harveys of Devon Dartline Carmel Coaches Andrew Coulter Photography Will Dolphin Photography Christian Michael Photography Robin Fox
Sweet Memory Lane Nibble & Scoff
CASINOS Casino Select Crème de la Crème
WEDDING INSURANCE
Arthur Brown Insurance Brokers
Contact Number
Website
Stuart James Peter Hitchcott
01803 326450 07775 795505
www.babbacombecars.co.uk northcurrycarriages.co.uk
Wendy Hinson Sam Cox Sarah Treble
01392 490111 01752 228451 07944 605559
www.bridesatsemarier.co.uk www.samcoxbridalwear.co.uk www.sarahtreble.co.uk
Sam Moloney Celia Rundle
07793 195264 01392 872900 01392 214466
www.harveysbus.com www.dartline-coaches.co.uk www.carmelcoaches.co.uk
Andrew Coulter Will Dolphin Christian Michael
07972 707337 07970 286061 01392 308083
www.acoulter-photography.co.uk www.willdolphinphotography.co.uk www.christianmichael.co.uk
Robin Fox
07968 021123
www.foxrobin.com
Joella Housego
Mandy Blacker Jane MacNamara
01803 843290 01647 273003 01626 368 275 07773 442021/ 01626 334538 01132 432486
www.sweetmemorylane.co.uk www.nibbleandscoff.co.uk www.casinoselect.co.uk www.cremedelacremefuncasino.co.uk
Photography by Andrew Coulter www.acoulter-photography.co.uk
Bovey Castle Dartmoor National Park North Bovey Devon TQ13 8RE T: 01647 445098 E: events@boveycastle.com W: www.boveycastle.com