The Setting
Standing proud on the outskirts of Wandsworth Common since 1852, the County Arms is a perfect blend of pub charm with a twist of modern style. This grand Victorian building steeped in history welcomes you with open fires and a sun filled garden.
The Vibe
Acting as a focus for Weddings at The County is the large Belvedere at the rear of the building leading out onto their leafy garden.
Leading off their Belvedere is the Victoria Lounge, ideal for dancing and live music. At The County, they can cater your entire wedding celebration under one roof thanks to their Wedding Licence.
With a dedicated Events Planner, they are ready to help you plan the perfect day.
The Setting
Turn into the picturesque Canonbury Place, taking in the rural gardens and stunning Georgian architecture, you will then find yourself at the door of the historical Canonbury Tavern. Upon seeing the Secret Garden you would never guess that such a grand venue was just around the corner.
A short walk from Islington Town Hall, Highbury and Islington station and Canonbury station, there are excellent transport links for those late night journeys home after a fantastic day of celebration.
The Vibe
A historical haven, The Canonbury Tavern was built in the early 1700’s. George Orwell, who lived in Canonbury Square, wrote part of 1984 whilst sitting under the great horse chestnut tree in the garden. Maintaining the authentic features, The Canonbury was fully refurbished in 2015 to replenish it’s former glory.
Accommodating intimate receptions in the classic first floor Blue Room and grand receptions in the restaurant and garden, the venue is flexible to your requirements.
An in-house Events Coordinator will make planning your wedding calm and seamless, suggesting the best choices for drinks reception and dining packages tailored to you. The Canonbury Tavern prides itself on quality, seasonal British produce. From their mouth watering menus to exceptional wines, their products are at the heart of everything they do.
The Canonbury Tavern can provide;
So if it is a small intimate wedding or a grand reception, The Canonbury can host it with style and flare. The vibe is definitely relaxed as they offer an easy and effortless solution to a stylish reception.
The Setting
Nestled down a winding, country lane lies The Secret Barn. Surrounded by open farmland with far reaching views of the South Downs, this authentically, rustic hideaway has beams and original flooring and is not a “done up” wedding barn. We love it all the more for it’s cracks and creaks.
The Vibe
If you are looking for a formal wedding-y venue then The Secret Barn is probably not it. If, however, you are looking for something more relaxed and properly rustic, well they have that in spades!
There is an orchard perfect for a ‘Darling Buds Of May’ style ceremony, old beams crying out for fairy lights, floorboards begging to be danced on and blankets strewn over the farmer’s haybales for toasting marshmallows on the fire pit. You get the idea.
Afterwards, you and your happy campers can trip trap over the rickety bridge to your tents in the paddock to sleep under the stars.
The barn has good access and disabled loos are available to hire if necessary. Simply speak with the team about your requirements.
The Setting
Hazel Gap Barn is a gem of a building on the Welbeck Estate in Nottinghamshire. The Barn is set on its own in lovely countryside some distance away from the well-visited Welbeck Village.
The Vibe
Two traditional red brick farm buildings – the Barn and the Farmhouse – stand on either side of a stunning courtyard with a fountain, benches, trees and planters, sheltered from the wind and perfect for post-ceremony drinks.
This is a magical place at night with flares, firepits and lovely lighting.
A new Oak Room forms the link between the barn and farmhouse, containing a light-filled dining room with country views across the lawn and into the woods and a fabulous bar opening into the courtyard.
The Barn has been re-roofed with traditional oak timbers, and a fireplace, fairy lights and giant candelabra have been added to make the most perfect Ceremony Room. After the evening meal, this room will be transformed into the dance floor, where you can party until 1am! Licensed for 150 for a ceremony, they can hold an additional 150 in the evening.
They only use the best ingredients in their food and serve feast-style food in bowls on the tables. This is the place for you if you want a relaxed feel, with incredible food and excellent service.
*150 guests for the reception and meal, but up to 250 for the evening celebrations!
The Setting
London-based Soho House & Co and New York’s Sydell Group have joined forces to create The Ned: a hotel, club and collection of restaurants in the City of London. Set in the iconic former Midland Bank building, The Ned was designed by Sir Edwin ‘Ned’ Lutyens in 1924. The heritage building opened in Spring 2017.
The Vibe
Your Wedding
The Ned’s six private hire rooms and terraces are among the building’s most elegant spaces. Ideal for wedding celebrations, the rooms have a capacity of between 10 – 200 guests.
Getting Ready
The spa and grooming spaces at The Ned bring together a range of men’s and women’s services in a relaxed and unpretentious atmosphere. The spa includes a 20 metre indoor pool, hammam and steam and sauna rooms.
In the spa you’ll find Cowshed; a one-stop shop for head-to-toe maintenance, and Ned’s Parlour; their hairdressing salon.
For the gents there’s Ned’s Barbershop, a classic, speakeasy-style barbershop for the modern man, offering everything from a haircut to a traditional wet shave or facial.
Bedrooms
Brass and mahogany furniture, chandeliers and richly patterned furnishings decorate The Ned’s 250 bedrooms. Each room channels 1920s design, with vintage pieces, hand-knotted Afghan rugs and rainforest showers.
Eating & Drinking
Eight public restaurants in the former Grand Banking Hall serve food that spans the globe, from Britain to Northern Italy, North America to Asia.
Pricing
Packages at The Ned start at £30,000 for 100 guests, but the weddings team can create bespoke, tailored wedding celebrations from £200 per person.
The Setting
Hidden on the coastal border of Hampshire and West Sussex, within 50 acres of private woodland, the Tournerbury Woods Estate & Woods Cottage provide an idyllic setting for an unforgettable wedding day. This unique licensed wedding & reception venue boasts an unrivalled location in the Chichester Harbour Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Tournerbury Woods is a peaceful and secluded 300 acre family run estate, boasting outstanding views across Chichester Harbour to the South Downs and stunning scenery for your all important photography and videography.
Tournerbury is only 69 miles from central London, 9 miles to the west of Chichester and 6 miles to the east of Portsmouth. The Solent and the Isle of Wight are due south of Tournerbury.
The Vibe
On the day, you will have exclusive use of this fantastic marquee venue for your reception and with the breath-taking woodland backdrop, you and your guests will be in glorious privacy for all the celebrations.
You have total freedom to design your ideal reception and use your own hand-picked suppliers. Of course, they are also happy to help and recommend a few of the trusted suppliers they have worked with.
Their recommended caterers have years of experience providing delicious dishes to their guests, however you may choose your own catering team if you prefer.
For you and your guests’ overnight accommodation, the beautifully refurbished Tournerbury Woods Cottage sleeps up to eight people and acts as a bridal HQ during your day. The tree-lined lawns around Woods Cottage offer fantastic camping opportunities for your adventurous guests to sleep beneath the stars.
This little-known gem of a venue is the only Ancient semi-natural Woodland and seaside wedding venue in England. Tournerbury Woods Estate is a magical setting, immersed in nature and full of character, it is the ideal venue for you to create an extraordinary and very personal day.
There are ground floor bathrooms in Woods Cottage and both their licensed wedding structures – The Victorian Gazebo and ‘The Deck of Love’ are wheelchair accessible as is their beautiful marquee.