WELCOME West Tower is a secluded, romantic country house set amidst acres of rolling Lancashire countryside. We invite you to spend your wedding day and night here, in our beautiful 18th-century hideaway. Exclusively yours, at West Tower you can marry, dine, celebrate and sleep, spending every moment of your most special day nestled in this home away from home. Whatever your wedding dream, we’re here to make it come true.
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YOUR WEDDING CEREMONY Civil ceremonies at West Tower can take place both inside and out. Our elegant Ballroom is the setting for indoor ceremonies, with delicate neutral décor as your blank canvas, and beautiful views over the grounds. Outside, the picturesque Pagoda can be yours between April and September, an idyllic spot for a summer ‘I do’ moment. Equally suited for larger weddings or more intimate occasions, at West Tower we can seat up to 140 guests for your ceremony. Couples looking for a religious ceremony will find St Michael’s Church in Aughton just half a mile away.
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“THE ATTENTION TO DETAIL WAS OUTSTANDING AND I’LL NEVER FORGET THIS BEAUTIFUL DAY”
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THE DRINKS RECEPTION
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The Cellar Bar is a stylish space in which to enjoy welcome drinks and canapĂŠs with your guests. After your wonderful ceremony, this is the opportunity to greet your friends and family and commence the celebrations. On warmer days, doors open onto the Terrace, enabling you to enjoy the great outdoors and our beautiful gardens. Capture the moment with a number of wonderful photo opportunities here at West Tower, from the idyllic wishing well to the grand steps leading up to the house, and the surrounding countryside.
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“TO FIND THE PERFECT VENUE HIDDEN AWAY IN SUCH STUNNING COUNTRYSIDE FELT LIKE A DREAM COME TRUE”
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TIME TO DINE Our Ballroom is the setting for your wedding breakfast at West Tower. With floor-to-ceiling windows boasting far reaching views over the carpets of cornfields, the room is flooded with light and exudes elegance. We want you and your guests to experience exceptional food and service. With that in mind, our talented chefs use only the finest produce, offering an extensive menu which you can select from and personalise to create your bespoke wedding breakfast.
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As the evening approaches, it’s time to get the party started! The Ballroom at West Tower becomes the venue for your evening celebration, with a fully stocked bar and dance floor. For those guests looking to enjoy a moment of calm, the Leather Lounge is a haven of tranquility, with leather armchairs in front of an open fire. Doors open onto a secluded courtyard, the perfect space for an evening barbecue or hog roast on a balmy summer evening. Of course, the grounds remain yours and, in summer months, you might enjoy garden games on the lawn and relaxing drinks on the Terrace.
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SPENDING THE NIGHT AT WEST TOWER As your day draws to a close, we don’t want you to leave West Tower. Our 19 beautifully appointed bedrooms can accommodate up to 45 people.
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The ‘Dom Pérignon’ bridal suite is your secluded, lavish bedroom featuring stunning original features and magnificent views over the grounds. As well as spending your wedding night here, this spacious suite is available for you to get ready in before the ceremony. Six further bedrooms are available in the main house, offering a blend of luxury and character, with ten bedrooms in our contemporary Coach House. Finally, ‘Oak’ and ‘Beech’ are our two cottages, boasting homely elegance with wheelchair access and private ground floor entrance. Enjoy breakfast with your guests in the Cellar Bar before waving a fond farewell.
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“CREATING THE MOST PERFECT MEMORIES WE WILL CHERISH FOREVER”
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