RUTLAND & STAMFORD VENUES

STAMFORD & RUTLAND’S FINEST WEDDING VENUES

e backdrop to a beautiful local wedding is a stunning wedding reception venue. Here, we’re profiling a few of the most beautiful and versatile wedding venues across the area which will allow you to create your perfect wedding...

WEDDINGS AT THE AREA’S BEAUTIFUL BARTON HALL...

BARTON HALL, located in the picturesque county of Northamptonshire, is the ideal setting for smart countryside weddings for up to 180 guests.

A Grade II listed idyllic wedding venue, Barton Hall is available with exclusive use for couples seeking to take advantage of the 16th Century Grade II listed Manor House, the Charles function suite and its Grade I listed Orangery. Dedicated wedding planners ensure your wedding is handled with the utmost care and attention, whilst bespoke wedding packages and menu packages enable to create exactly the day you’re dreaming of in mature and beautiful Northamptonshire countryside. n

01536 515505, www.bartonhall.com.

The Bull & Swan, St Martins, Stamford...

PARTOF THE HILLBROOKE HOTEL GROUP and the sister pub to Stamford’s William Cecil, The Bull & Swan offers great food and ale, with the venue’s Cavendish Room available for weddings and functions. The courtyard has a herb garden and pizza oven for quirky, informal celebrations. n

01522 565180, www.hillbrookehotels.co.uk.

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Stapleford Park

SETINA 500 ACRE COUNTRY ESTATE Stapleford Park is an inspiring Grade I listed former stately home, now a luxurious hotel available to couples planning their wedding.

The hotel and grounds now offer marquee weddings in the Capability Brown landscaped estate, whilst weddings for up to 160 guests can also be held in the Grand Hall and Orangery. For more intimate weddings, the Harborough Room accommodates up to 24 guests surrounded by scarlet covered silk wallpaper, whilst The Old Kitchen retains a sense of rustic minimalism. Stapleford Park even has its own church; the 18th century Church of St Mary Magdalene. n

01572 787017, staplefordpark.com.

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call 01780 740250

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@WhiteHartUfford The White Hart, Ufford

Weddings at The White Hart, Ufford

We would be delighted to look after you on your special day. Each wedding is unique and as such we take pride in spending time with you to ensure that all your requirements are met. We have two areas that are licensed for civil ceremony marriages. Our Orangery can hold upto 50 guests and the Pantry can be hold up to 40 guests. Our venue is ideal for a less formal, intimate and relaxed wedding. We can cater for up to 150 guests for an evening reception. An ample car park ensures that guests do not have to worry about parking. Please contact us at The White Hart so that we can arrange a showround and meet to understand your requirements.

The Wisteria Hotel, Oakham...

In the heart of Oakham, Wisteria Hotel is a great place for those planning their wedding, with The Barn Suite for up to 100 evening guests, plus the Georgian Suite for 40 guests and the 17th century Hunters Bar and The Kitchen for 20 guests. n

01572 722844, wisteriahotel.co.uk.

RUTLAND WATER GOLF COURSE...

SITUATEDON RUTLAND WATER, and accommodating up to 180 guests, Rutland Water Golf Course has a marquee lined barn with adjacent courtyard, first floor function room and eight luxurious bedrooms, plus enviable views over the reservoir, making it the ideal venue for your Rutland wedding. A dedicated wedding planner and bespoke menus, makes planning your day a cinch. n

01572 737149, www.rutlandwatergolfcourse.co.uk.

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Oakham Castle...

THE GREAT HALL of Oakham Castle is an impressive backdrop to your Rutland wedding, accommodating up to 120 guests for a ceremony or 90 people for a sit-down meal.

It was built between 1180 and 1190 and today, The Great Hall is famed for its for its unique collection of over 230 ornate ceremonial horseshoes donated by Peers of the Realm (Royalty and nobility such as Dukes, Marquis’, Earls, Viscounts, Barons and Bishops). Refurbished in 2016, the hall is a great option for those planning their Rutland wedding. n

01572 757578, oakhamcastle.org.

WILLIAM CECIL, STAMFORD...

HILLBROOKE HOTEL’S sister venue to The Bull & Swan is a country hotel in the heart of Stamford. The hotel’s entire wedding service is totally focused around you, and the venue is licensed for ceremonies either indoors or outdoors in the stunning Garden Pavilion. 27 individually decorated rooms plus the availability of marquee weddings provide all of the space and versatility you need to ensure a great looking day and comfort for your guests.

For those with guests travelling from afar, the hotel is conveniently located just off the A1, and dating back to the 17th Century, there’s plenty of style and character throughout the hotel. n

01780 750070, www.hillbrookehotels.co.uk.

The White Hart, Ufford

THE BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY PUB RESTAURANT THAT’S VERSATILE ENOUGH TO ACCOMMODATE YOUR WEDDING

THE FINCHES ARMS IN HAMBLETON...

LOCATEDONTHE HAMBLETON PENINSULA, The Finches Arms has made its main restaurant and private dining rooms available for local weddings. There’s also an option to create a larger wedding in a marquee in the grounds of the hotel overlooking the reservoir. Bespoke packages and a wedding coordinator make the organisation of your day easy, too. n

01572 756575, www.finchsarms.co.uk.

UFFORD’S WHITE HART is a beautiful country pub restaurant with two areas licensed for civil ceremonies; the Orangery for 50 guests and The Pantry for 40 guests.

The pub restaurant has been a village inn since the 17th Century, and benefits from 12 beautifully appointed bedrooms including those in the adjacent barn, allowing those seeking a pretty village pub as the backdrop to a family wedding. Flagstone flooring, open fireplaces with log burners, a spacious terrace and elevated garden ensure the White Hart is a truly photogenic wedding venue.

01780 740250 whitehartufford.co.uk.

Wedding Receptions Quick Tips A great - and cost effective - way of adding real ‘wow factor’ to your wedding reception is to use lighting thoughtfully. Candles and outdoor lanterns look wonderful.

Barnsdale Lodge Hotel...

BARNSDALE LODGE is the perfect place to host your special day. The hotel has a choice of private function rooms, enabling it to accommodate a wedding from 20 to 180.

The hotel has several well-proportioned rooms that are licensed for civil ceremonies, as well as the stunning Fort Henry and Exton Park, just a couple of miles from the hotel, and at both, a personal events organiser will offer advice and a wealth of experience; discuss your ideas and work with you to create your perfect day.

The hotel’s team of chefs can provide catering to suit, from an informal finger buffet to a five-course dinner and provide outside catering if required. The team are friendly and efficient and will work hard to ensure your day is memorable. n

01572 724678, barnsdalelodge.co.uk

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The Bull Hotel...

THE FOUR STAR Bull Hotel, located in the heart of Peterborough, provides a Grade II listed 17th Century wedding venue, with 118 bedrooms, some with four poster beds, and the availability of the 65 guest capacity Lincoln Suite with its soft lighting, chandeliers and mirrored panels, as well as the Broadway Suite for 130 guests with its stage area and traditional paintings, the ideal venue for your wedding reception. The Penthouse Suite, meanwhile, is suitable for larger weddings with up to 200 guests. Bespoke menus and a dedicated wedding coordinator mean you can design the wedding of your dreams. n

01733 561364, peelhotels.co.uk.

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KILWORTH HOUSE HOTEL, LEICESTERSHIRE

THE BEAUTIFUL Kilworth House is set within 38 acres of mature parkland, a Grade II listed Victorian country house hotel, converted from a private home into a hotel with 44 bedrooms.

With its large, light, beautifully appointed Orangery, Kilworth House can accommodate weddings for up to 130, but also offers The Wordsworth and The Shakespeare rooms for 40 and 20 guest respectively. Meanwhile there’s The Cellar Bar with its capacity for 130 reception guests and The Staging Post, a traditional log cabin adjacent to Kilworth House’s open air theatre. Naturally Kilworth House also has dedicated wedding coordinators and a team of chefs delivering bespoke menus. n

01858 880058, www.kilworthhouse.co.uk

Toft House Country Hotel & Golf Club

NO TWO WEDDINGS are the same, which is why Toft House ensure every bride and groom can create a day that reflects their own tastes and ideas. Enjoy your wedding in the 40-capacity George Suite, 36-seater Dining Room or for larger events, in our marquee, which is suitable for up to 350 guests. Bespoke wedding packages from £67.50/person will ensure you can create the perfect day, just the way you envisage. n

01778 590614, www.tofthotelgolf.co.uk/weddings

Deene Park, near Corby...

DEENE PARK is a beautiful country estate in the heart of the Northamptonshire countryside surrounded by stunning gardens, rolling parkland and lake views, we are the perfect venue for marquee receptions. We have our own 30m x 9m marqueeincluding star cloth, silk linings, dance floor, toilets and furnishings, all set in the privacy of the Walled Garden. At the heart of the estate is the country house itself with its impressive stone façade and crenelated roofline, the perfect backdrop for your photographs. Our professional staff are supported by a brigade of suppliers all offering excellent quality, service and value for money, we are now taking bookings for 2020 and beyond, we even have selected dates available during 2019. n

For information please visit, www.deenepark.com, info@deenepark.com or contact 07561 820828

GRANGE FARM LEISURE, WANSFORD

Grange Farm Leisure’s permanent marquee provides a versatile and spacious place to create your perfect wedding reception for up to 160 guests. An array of catering suppliers and other suppliers plus a choice of decoration will help you to achieve just the look you’d like to create on your special day. n

01780 782459, www.grange-farm.co.uk.

Greetham Valley...

WITH STUNNING FACILITIES, VIEWS AND SUPERB SERVICE, GREETHAM VALLEY IS AN IDEAL WEDDING VENUE...

BARNSDALE HALL HOTEL, RUTLAND WATER...

BARNSDALE HALL HOTEL is set in conservation parkland, overlooking the magnificent views of Rutland Water, making it the ideal venue for your wedding. This unique setting provides the perfect backdrop to your perfect day.

“We have a selection of wedding packages to choose from, these are priced as an all-inclusive package helping you in your planning of the day.” n

01572 725181, www.barnsdalehotel.co.uk.

“WITH STUNNING FACILITIES, fabulous views and superb service, Greetham Valley is the ideal venue for celebrating a special occasion. Whether you’re looking for a wedding venue or other occasion, Greetham Valley do all we can to make your day incredibly special.”

With a unique, contemporary style, newly refurbished function rooms, beautiful views, fine dining and a bespoke and exemplary service, Greetham Valley is the ideal Rutland wedding, party or special occasions venue. The Rutland Suite and The Lakeview Suite at Greetham Valley are both licensed venues for civil wedding ceremonies, as an alternative to a church or registry office.

Both our function rooms and accommodation have been fully refurbished and can accommodate up to 200 guests. n

01780 460444 www.greetham

Wedding Receptions Quick Tips Send out slips of paper with your invitations inviting your guests to choose a song for your DJ to play... if your guests create the playlist they’re bound to dance!

Orton Hall Hotel & Spa...

PETERBOROUGH’S Orton Hall Hotel & Spa is the former home of the Marquess of Huntly. Dating back to 1086, the former manor house is set in 20 acres of mature parkland and is in close proximity to the city of Peterborough.

The hotel has 70 bedrooms, an on-site spa, swimming pool and leisure facilities. Add to this 10 individually decorated function rooms, a beautiful stained glass conservatory and you have the perfect setting for your event.

From autumn this year the hotel is offering outdoor weddings in the newly built gazebo within the hotel grounds.

Guests can enjoy fine dining in the Huntly Restaurant or a more relaxed dining experience in the on-site pub, the Ramblewood Inn.

The hotels secluded location ensures a relaxed atmosphere in picturesque surroundings.

01733 391111, www.ortonhall.co.uk.