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Welcome It’s easy to see why so many couples fall in love with Rookery Manor. Set in the heart of the Somerset countryside, this glorious 16th century manor is the perfect place to say ‘I do’. In fact, with no less than four magical rooms licensed for civil ceremonies and partnerships, the only slight hitch is that the bride and groom may find themselves spoilt for choice! Owner Ian Clapp, whose family has lived at Rookery Manor for four generations, is the man with the vision to make your wedding dreams come true. ‘Your wedding should be a celebration that everyone remembers and a day you will treasure forever,’ he says. ‘It is the most memorable day of your life and we want to make sure it is absolutely perfect.’
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R Rookery weddings Civil ceremonies, alternative celebrations and civil partnerships can be booked seven days a week at Rookery Manor – with a choice of weddings to suit any budget. One of the most popular settings is the romantic Rose Room. Covered walkways lead towards this lovingly restored glass gazebo at the heart of our award-winning gardens. Couples who dream of an open-air ceremony will love the Island Gazebo, where the bride can make a magical entrance over a wooden bridge or even by sailing across the lake. For a truly grand affair, there is also the Desborough Suite, festooned with ivory drapes to resemble a grand marquee, or the elegant Iris Suite – each sparkling under a starlit ceiling.
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R Rookery gardens Nestled at the foot of the Mendip Hills in an area of outstanding natural beauty, Rookery Manor’s lakeside gardens provide a wonderful backdrop for your wedding photographs. As you wander through the walled gardens of this 28-acre country estate, you will come across a picturesque archway, fountain, waterfall and, of course, the beautiful lily lake. Then there’s the immaculate lawns, a charming old wishing well, attractive wooden bridge and an Island Gazebo bedecked with bridal flowers. Need we say more? With a wealth of romantic photo opportunities such as these – plus the unique setting of historic Rookery Manor itself – your wedding album is guaranteed to make you smile.
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R Rookery receptions A perfect reception needs to have the wow! factor from the moment your guests walk into the room – and that is exactly what you will find at stylish Rookery Manor. Couples can choose to celebrate with family and friends in the magnificent Desborough and Iris suites, both lavishly decorated with sparkling chandeliers and LED starlit ceilings, each being able to accommodate up to 400 guests. Our dedicated catering team is delighted to cater for receptions of all sizes, from an informal buffet to a five-course banquet. Whichever setting is right for you, our wedding co-ordinators will be on hand to organise every aspect of your special day – leaving you free to relax and have a great time with your guests.
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Desborough Suite
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R Rookery accommodation The bride and groom will find themselves to the manor born when they spend their wedding night in the romantic Diamond Bridal Suite at 16th century Rookery Manor. This glamorous suite is furnished with a four-poster bed and en-suite spa bath, plus your own mini-bar and fresh flowers, to help make your stay as unforgettable as the wedding day itself. As well as being the ideal place to start married life, Rookery Manor can provide 4-star boutique accommodation for your guests in its converted barns, stables and coach house. All 30 luxury rooms are en-suite with tea/coffee-making facilities, LCD freeview televisions, hairdryers, irons and complimentary Elemis toiletries from Rookery Retreat & Spa.
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R Rookery bridal boutique Located here at Rookery Manor, the Rookery Manor Bridal Boutique is the place to shop for your dream dress. With top designers such as Pronovias, Maggie Sottero and Ellie Saab – famous for their stunning styles and affordable prices – have helped Rookery Bridal Boutique become the first stop for today’s brides. To complement our gorgeous gowns, we also have a dazzling array of veils, tiaras, wraps, bridal lingerie, bridesmaids’ dresses, shoes and accessories to make sure you glide down the aisle in spectacular style. Rookery Bridal Boutique is available to all brides, whether or not you choose to have Rookery Manor as your venue
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R R ookery Wedding Packages Rookery Florist ItDiamond is said Wedding that whoever catches the bride’s bouquet will be the next to be • Use of–Rookery Manor andmany gardensroles with played complementary musicon around grounds married just one of the by flowers this the most special • Diamond Bridal Suite including breakfast for one night of days.
• 20 Guest bedrooms including breakfast for one night • 2 Bedrooms the night before the wedding including breakfast Top floral Alison Hawkins, who works fromChoose Sanders Garden World, • Two, onedesigner hour spa treatments the day before the wedding. from Elemis full body massage or Elemis Burnham-on-Sea, knowsfacial. all about the power of flowers. • Iris Suite to include ivory set up, chair covers and choice of bows / sash colour for your wedding breakfast From your first consultation through to the wedding day itself, she will work • Welcome drinks in the garden (choices available) with you to create an unforgettable selection • Civil ceremony in your choice of marriage room of buttonholes, bouquets and • Three course wedding breakfast from our standard menu plus coffee and after dinner floral displays. mints for up to 100 guests • Two bottles of white of wine and twoisbottles of redtowine table whether or not Rookery Stable Flowers available all per brides, • Champagne for the toast you choose to the have Rookery Manor as your venue • Grand Piano & Pianist during wedding breakfast • Desborough Suite for the evening reception to include ivory set up, chair covers and choice of bows / sash colour • Evening finger buffet (large package) for up to 100 guests • DJ & Disco • Roman Candles for your first dance • Up to £1,000.00 towards any purchase from Rookery Bridal
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R R ookery Wedding Packages Rookery Florist ItEmerald is saidWedding that whoever catches the bride’s bouquet will be the next to be • Use of–Rookery Manor andmany gardensroles with played complementary musicon around grounds married just one of the by flowers this the most special • Diamond Bridal Suite including breakfast for one night of days.
• Desborough Suite to include ivory set up, chair covers and choice of bows / sash colour • Welcome drinks in the garden (choices available) Top floral designer Alison who works from Sanders Garden World, • Civil Ceremony in The RoseHawkins, Room • Three course wedding breakfast fromthe our power standardof menu plus coffee and after dinner Burnham-on-Sea, knows all about flowers. mints for up to 70 guests • One bottle of white wine and one bottle of red wine per table From your first consultation through to the wedding day itself, she will work • Sparkling wine for the toast with you create • Eveningto finger buffetan forunforgettable up to 70 guests selection of buttonholes, bouquets and • DJ & Disco floral displays. • Roman Candles for your first dance RubyRookery Wedding Stable of Flowers is available to all brides, whether or not • • • • • • •
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*All packages include a Personal Rookery Manor Wedding Co-ordinator to help plan and oversee your special day. *Exclude Registrars fees *Additional guests pay extra for food and wine.
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R Rookery limousine hire Travel to your wedding ceremony or reception (or even both!) in our fabulous new Aston Martin DB9. Timeless and elegant, our chauffeur-driven Aston Martin DB9 Volante convertible in a stunning shade of Morning Frost White will ensure the bridegroom arrives in style. This luxury sports car can also whisk the bride and groom off to their reception venue, complete with a photo stop to capture your special journey. Rookery Limousine Hire is available to all brides, whether or not you choose to have Rookery Manor as your venue
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R Rookery retreat & spa Take time out from your wedding preparations to relax and unwind at the luxurious Rookery Retreat & Spa – a wonderful place for beauty treatments and hen parties. As the appointed stockist of leading skincare brand Elemis, as well as Jessica, GELeration, bareMinerals, Fake Bake and Vani-T, we will take care of all your spa and beauty needs. Our superb spa facilities include relaxation areas, wave loungers, a tranquillity room, outdoor hot tub and hydrotherapy pool – just perfect for your hen party! Rookery Retreat & Spa is available to all brides, whether or not you choose to have Rookery Manor as your venue
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R Rookery contacts Rookery Manor Hotel & Spa – t: 01934 750200 enquiries@rookery-manor.co.uk Rookery Retreat & Spa – t: 01934 751483 spa@rookery-manor.co.uk Rookery Weddings – t: 01934 751480 sales@rookery-manor.co.uk Rookery Florist – t: 01278 769322 or 01934 751490 enquiries@rookery-manor.co.uk Rookery Bridal – t: 01934 751461 weston@rookerybridal.co.uk Rookery Limousine Hire – t: 01934 751480 sales@rookery-manor.co.uk Photography: Martins Kikulis; Lee Hatherall; Mango; Peter J Nicholls; Nick Tolley; Nick Williams
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