BELLE EPOQUE WEDDINGS
Allow us to introduce The Belle Epoque…
T H E B E AU T I F U L E R A The Belle Epoque is an iconic grade II listed building situated in the heart of beautiful Knutsford, Cheshire. Steeped in history this unique venue was created in 1907 and features two pillars derived from the original St Peter’s church in Manchester. Many of the original features have been preserved, and the character of the Belle Epoque era remains. Art Nouveau fireplaces, Venetian handmade glass floors and the Mediterranean roof garden are among the key features within the building today. Luxury and opulence radiates throughout the stylish décor creating a dramatic backdrop for your ceremony and celebrations.
UNIQUE Here at The Belle Epoque we celebrate all things unique and this is reflected in our approach to your wedding. We cater for all types of weddings; from an intimate 20 guest celebration, to a lavish 120 guest ceremony. We honour your right to do it your way, from relaxed evening candle lit ceremonies to more traditional approach, we can help you achieve your dream. No minimum up to 120 seated day guests No minimum up to 180 evening guests Relaxed style, exclusively yours.
GRADE II LISTED BUILDING This unique building boasts a number of different rooms that can be used to create your truly bespoke wedding day. GROUND FLOOR C O C K TA I L S , L O U N G I N G A N D D A N C I N G The ground floor holds the cocktail bar and lounge area. This space creates the perfect scene for arrival drinks, after dinner lounging & transforms into an after dark dancefloor that brings guests together to create the most memorable wedding party. At the front of the building we have a street terrace, where guests can sit and take in the cosmopolitan Knutsford vibes.
FIRST FLOOR FINE DINING, ROMANTIC CEREMONIES AND A SECRET GARDEN Upstairs is home to the spectacular Garden Room. As the name suggests this room overlooks the roof garden and is filled with natural light. This is the centre piece of the building, showcasing towering floral displays and impeccably laid tables creating a stunning space for the wedding breakfast and speeches. The sumptuous ceremony room is unique to The Belle Epoque; dramatic, romantic and intimate. Twinkling fairy lights and candles frame the room creating a glamorous backdrop for your civil ceremony. The Mediterranean Roof Garden is a hidden gem that provides a haven of beautiful photography opportunities. With preened green arches, hydrangea bushes and seasonal blooms, this tranquil space is perfect for a Pimm’s reception, Mediterranean grill, or hosting your ceremony outside.
SECOND FLOOR A PL AC E TO R E ST YOU R H E A D There are seven unique bedrooms at the Belle Epoque, including the bridal suite with adjoining bridal prep room with private garden. Rooms are automatically reserved for you and your wedding party so you can draw the curtains on your perfect day in style. A beautiful cooked breakfast is served the following day in the lounge, creating the perfect start to your first day as newlyweds. Rooms from ÂŁ120 including breakfast
BELLE EPQOUE THROUGH THE SEASONS From winter wonderland to summer soirees The Belle Epoque is a truly versatile venue that shines all year round.
J A N UA R Y – M A R C H Why not kick off the year with your perfect wedding day. Wintery cold and crisp days juxtaposed with roaring fires, warming cocktails and twinkling lights, through to the first signs of spring, where snowdrops turn to tulips and the roof terrace blooms with colour.
APRIL -SEPTEMBER The spring and summer seasons are undoubtedly the most popular wedding months. Guests mingling enjoying canapes on the roof garden, and even the chance to enjoy your civil ceremony outside in the sunshine followed by an al fresco Mediterranean grill.
OCTOBER – NOVEMBER Indulge in the elegant and sumptuous setting of the Belle Epoque during the autumn months. With the days getting shorter and the nights darker we offer a glamourous and cosy setting that oozes sophistication. Guests can enjoy drinks in the comfort of our velvet armchairs in the lounge and dance the night away in our cocktail bar.
DECEMBER The Belle Epoque really comes alive at Christmas time! Cosy, inviting and dazzling with the most stylish festive decorations, wreaths and twinkling lights. Embrace the magic of the season with winter warming canapes and mulled wine. Start the party season with a wedding party that you will never forget. Seasonal wedding packages are available please speak to our wedding team for further details.
EXCLUSIVE USE VENUE HIRE We offer full venue exclusivity to ensure that your wedding is personal, bespoke and all about you!
EXCLUSIVE VENUE HIRE INCLUDES: Exclusive use of full venue: Cocktail bar, lounge, garden room, ceremony room and roof terrace Master of ceremonies Dedicated wedding planner Belle Epoque floral displays White linen table cloths & napkins Cake stand and knife Easel for table plan display Use of PA soundsystem in all rooms & outside areas For full wedding packages and prices please speak to our wedding team.
2 AA ROSETTE DINING For over 40 years we have bought only the highest quality ingredients & produce
Cheshire & Lancashire Wedding Cars
All styles available from Vintage to modern saloons and limousines
from people we know and trust. We buy as much as we can from local farmers & small artisan producers. All our meat is raised & grazed in Cheshire from certified farms. We also grow our own organic garlic & herbs on site for use exclusively in our kitchens. Our acclaimed 2 AA Rosette kitchen team create artful, delicious and seasonal menus that will wow your wedding guests.
BAR We take as much pride in our drinks as we do our acclaimed food, with trained sommeliers on site to help you with your drinks selection. We have over 40 years’ experience in serving weddings and events with the finest wine and spirits from our long standing supplier network.
Earnshaw Cottage Byley, Cheshire CW10 9ND
Freephone: 0808 192 9632 Tel: 01606 831194
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The private cocktail bar is licensed until 12.30am Evening party and entertainment until 1am
WEDDING PLANNING Planning a wedding should be fun not stressful, that’s why our team will be here to make your planning process fuss free! Following an initial venue viewing and consultation meeting our Wedding
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SOPHIE BRADLEY
Wedding & Events Manager T: 01565 633060 | E: sophie@thebelleepoque.com 60 King Street Knutsford Cheshire WA16 6DT WWW.THEBELLEEPOQUE.COM
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From a traditional cake with tiers to contemporary and bespoke designs. Alison’s Bespoke Cakes & Balloons create beautiful individually designed cakes made for your special occasion. Handmade flowers, models and figure work with attention to detail. All dietary requirements catered for. Balloons, table decorations and favours are also available to coordinate with your theme and colours.
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The White Orchid Floral Boutique ALL STYLES AND INDIVIDUAL NEEDS CATERED FOR
The team at the White Orchid Floral Boutique are passionate about all things floral. We have over 30 years combined experience as a team within the weddings and events industry, and service all venues throughout Knutsford, Cheshire and beyond. Whether you would like something modern and stylish, a “just picked” from the garden look or something with a more vintage feel, we are sure we can create exactly what you are looking for. Our team of florists will be dedicated to you on one of the most important days of your life. We only service one wedding a day giving all our couples peace of mind that we are solely dedicated to you on your special day. Consultations are available Monday - Saturday by appointment.
1 King Street, Knutsford, Cheshire WA16 6DW Tel: 01565 652651 • Email: flowers@thewhiteorchidfloralboutique.co.uk www.thewhiteorchidfloralboutique.co.uk
design is our passion...the difference is in the detail Manufactured by British craftsmen and priced by weight, we pride ourselves on being able to offer you these top-quality bands with real value for money.
Plain Wedding Rings Timeless and classic, choose from different metals, profiles and finishes to find the perfect combination for you.
Simply Diamonds A hand-picked collection of forty three of our most popular wedding and eternity rings, all offered with a lifetime guarantee on manufacturing, craftmanship and material defects for the life of the ring. Precision diamond setting and a choice of different
metals coupled with two different diamond qualities to meet your budget. Bespoke Many aspects of your wedding day are arranged to reflect you and your partner, tailored, hand-picked and personalised just for you. At Henry D Johnstone Jewellers, we believe in bespoke. We have found through years of experience, that nothing compares to the quality and attention to detail we can provide through our bespoke manufacturing service. Whether the design you want is a traditional band or a unique design never seen before, we will
ensure the same level of skill is employed to achieve the wedding bands you deserve. Using a finely tuned blend of traditional skills and experience with cutting edge techniques, our goldsmiths can take any design from concept to a beautiful hand-crafted piece of jewellery just for you.
practices, ensuring the perfect fit.
Shaped To Fit We offer both a selection of shaped wedding rings from our collection, along with our shaped- to-fit service, ensuring that your wedding ring will fit with your engagement ring and compliment it beautifully in both shape, width and profile. Our experienced goldsmiths will produce a carved wax by hand, using time-honoured skills and
CAD Design Design your own dream ring and see it become a reality’. At Henry D Johnstone Jewellers, our designers will work with you to produce a computer-aided design of what the finished ring will look like, before it goes onto the goldsmith, ensuring a unique design to suit your taste and requirements, giving real confidence in your choices with expert advice.
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For some brides choosing their wedding gown is a lifelong dream, for others it can be quite daunting! Our unique Bridal consultation will help make it an enjoyable and memorable experience whilst putting you at ease. Extensive collection of bridal gowns and bridesmaid dresses by Mark Lesley, Christina Wu and Kelsey Rose.
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All our cakes are individually made for you with fresh ingredients to your design. We pride ourselves on producing professional bespoke cakes. Our cakes are made from fresh ingredients to your requirements and decorated by hand to fulfil your dreams. We cater for all your cake desires including cupcake gifts, christening cakes, birthday cakes, wedding cakes, graduations, charity events and special business functions. If you would like to book your free no obligation personal design consultation or discuss your thoughts or have any questions please contact:
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To enquire about my bespoke services for your day, which include a complimentary engagement shoot, please email
Amazing wedding photography to capture the loving, tender, fun and exciting moments of your special day woven into a beautiful visual story of memories that can be cherished. My style is completely friendly yet unobtrusive, focusing on the important elements and key moments of your day to create pictures that are full of emotion and personality, that are completely unique to you.
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~ THE COMPLETE EVENT COMPANY ~
The Records Barn, Ashley Hall, Ashley Road, Ashley, Cheshire. WA14 3QA Tel: 01565 - 337570 • Email: mail@eventbuddha.co.uk www.eventbuddha.co.uk
WEDDING & EVENT ENQUIRIES:
If you are considering getting married or celebrating your event at the Belle Epoque, please call us. You’ll find we are just as enthusiastic about your day as you are.
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Sophie Bradley | T: 01565 633060 | E: sophie@thebelleepoque.com | 60 King Street Knutsford Cheshire WA16 6DT | WWW.THEBELLEEPOQUE.COM