Host the quintessential wedding of dreams at the venue which inspired Shakespeare himself

From outdoor weddings in its 125-yearold Topiary Garden, to intimate affairs in its historic drawing room, Billesley Manor Hotel & Spa provides the perfect setting for a quintessential British wedding. 16th century luxury manor house, Billesley Manor is nestled in 11 acres of rural English countryside in the heart of Shakespearean England in Stratfordupon-Avon.

Steeped in history, with records dating back to the Norman Conquest, legend has it the Manor is where William Shakespeare penned one of his classics and married Anne Hathaway in 1582 in the small church near to the property. Ideal for those looking for a classic English venue to tie the knot, the hotel has 71 bedrooms, a stunning restaurant and bar featuring original 16th century oak panelling, together with modern spaces filled with natural light. And, not forgetting the wonderfully atmospheric gardens, creating a magical and romantic alfresco option to say I do.

Live Out the Fairy-tale with Exclusive use of Billesley Manor

For couples looking to tie the knot in a beautiful setting, surrounded only by friends and family, Billesley Manor offers exclusive use of its property. Exclusive use guarantees guests to complete privacy for the duration of the wedding day - with sole exclusivity of the venue, grounds, staff and anything else required.

From starting the day with the use of the stunning bridal suite, while your guests enjoy the 70 ensuite bedrooms, and the husband-to-be making the most of the spa facilities with a morning dip in the pool, to finding those picture-perfect spots in the landscaped gardens for capturing those allimportant, intimate portraits. The bride and groom will feel like true English royalty on their very special Big Day.

Create Memories of a Lifetime in the 125-year-old Topiary Garden

Planted 125 years ago, the Manor’s Topiary Garden is a site to behold. The elegant Victorian-era garden provides an incredible backdrop for a wedding, with towering trees and bushes expertly clipped to portray chess pieces from Alice in Wonderland, including The White Queen, White Rabbit and, of course, The Mad Hatter. From clinking glasses of bubbles in the shadow of the playful topiary, to enjoying those super special moments with your new bride as you stroll through this glorious English setting, the topiary garden is a wonderful location to create memories that will last a lifetime.

Tie the Knot in a more Intimate Location

For a more intimate celebration, couples can choose to tie the knot in The Drawing Room or The Stuart Room. With a view of the stunning water fountain and gardens, the Drawing Room will cater for up to 16 closest friends and family. Meanwhile, The Stuart Room offers space for up to 40 guests, and provides a traditional oak panelled space with stunning chandeliers and period features.

An additional wedding location at Billesley Manor includes the Topiary Garden Suite, which opens up onto the Topiary Garden, but provides an all-weather alternative, which is filled with light, traditional white interiors and can be decked out with the Manor’s iconic red carpet for that ultimate celebrity entrance.

Top class Food

From English and Continental classics the menu at Billesley offers couples a wonderful selection of starters, mains and desserts. However, for favourites that aren’t on the menu, couples can ask the Chef to create a bespoke menuspecifically just for them. Enjoy a menu filled with delicious English classics, from Crispy Ham Hock with Piccalilli Gel to Whipped Goat Cheese & Apple Con and those with a sweet tooth will enjoy delights such as Dark Chocolate Delice, with Slated Carmel or Rhubarb and Custard…the Billesley way.

Dance the Night Away

Party into the early hours and fill the evening reception with the entertainment of choice. No matter how big or small, couples can spend this magical evening making memories on the dance floor with friends and family.

To further highlight Billesley Manor as the perfect wedding location. The team is running a seven week-long Wedding Supplier Campaign on Instagram Live. Laura Cherrington, Director of Sales and Marketing will be going live every Wednesday at 7pm with a different supplier asking a range of questions to help couples plan the special day. Already in the pipeline is the Wedding Sales Executive, Local Photographers, Entertainers and experts in Hair and Beauty for the special day.

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