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Inspiration and advice on tying the knot in Cornwall ontents Kilminorth Cottages Why Us? P4 C What can we do for you? Why Cornwall? P5 What makes Cornwall the perfect destination.

Coast & Beach P6 Sun-kissed memories with sand between your toes.

Heritage & Culture P10 Quaint villages and historical places.

Woods & Glen P14 Forest greens and babbling brooks.

Moor & Wild P18 Windswept romances in the wide open.

What type of Ceremony? P20 Choosing the right ceremony for you.

Booking your Ceremony P22 What to do once you’ve decided.

Planning your Ceremony P24 From vows to timings, all the pointers.

Other Ceremonies P26 What to do when you want something different.

Myth Busting P28 What’s true and what’s not in the world of ceremonies.

Venue Listing Guide P30 Licensed ceremony venues across the county.

Registration list P34 Our own registration service ceremony rooms in Cornwall.

Contact Cornwall Registration and Celebratory Service If you need this brochure or information in another format We can be contacted between 9am and 4.30pm or language (for example large print or easy read) please Monday to Friday. contact us on [email protected] Call us on: 0300 1234 181 Cover image by English Heritage Email: [email protected] By appointment: at any of our registration offices Reproduction in whole or part is prohibited without the By post: Dalvenie House, County Hall, , Cornwall TR1 3AY written consent of the publisher or its agents. © 2019. For advertising enquiries, please email The Council a) does not endorse any venue, proprietor or [email protected] advertiser mentioned, b) shall not be liable for any damage caused to or losses suffered by any person who relies on the Text and additional images by Let’s Talk PR information contained in this magazine. www.lets-talkpr.co.uk 3 Why Whyus? Cornwall?

Cornwall is truly unique in its diversity. We have more than 300 miles of coastal paths that encircle castles, stately homes, vineyards, Congratulations! We’re delighted working farms, feasting barns as to be one of the first steps on your well as subtropical gardens, wildlife journey to married life. We’re here to sanctuaries and engine houses. help you get the right information, make the perfect decisions for your Our magical tales of folklore sit side by special occasion and provide advice Kilminorth Cottages side with world-renowned endeavours every step of the way. from art to engineering. If you can dream

Trevibben Mill Mill Trevibben it, Cornwall is sure to deliver. With such an amazing array of ceremonies on offer from us here at It’s not just the variety of venues where Registration and Celebratory Services it’s you’ll be totally spoilt for choice. important that you are able to plan ahead, Cornwall’s a county where you can and as well as this brochure, we offer a honeymoon in hidden shepherd’s huts or website packed-full of all the details you dance the night away at music festivals. need to make your day go without a hitch. You can even indulge yourself in 5-star luxury or visit a tropical island paradise We’re also on hand to chat to you about just a short hop away on the stunning the who, where and what’s of celebrations. Isles of Scilly. We can help you realise your biggest dream wedding, advise on how you can It’s easy to fall in love with our county and make it a small intimate affair, or get the we’re here to help you make the perfect whole family involved. Even your four- decisions for your special day. legged friends can take part. WEDDINGS We can help with a whole manner of CASTLE GROUNDS From getting the right type of ceremony, insightful advice from locations to COASTGUARDS LOOKOUT through to vows and the legal necessities guidelines with all the legal necessities THE VEAN we’ve got it covered and are on hand five covered as well. BURNCOOSE HOUSE days a week to answer all your questions. Offering three distinct but equally spectacular licensed venues; the magical With more than 180 years experience Our website also offers a plethora of Coastguards Lookout located on the headland overlooking Veryan bay with organising Cornwall’s ceremonies large and information, why not pop over and take a stunning sea views. The Vean is a luxurious eight bedroom country house small, we are a safe pair of hands. look at www.cornwall.gov.uk/weddings on the estate also available for receptions. The beautiful Burncoose House boasts a stunning woodland garden location offering complete privacy, with We understand that you want your day the entire house and grounds solely yours for the occasion. to be special and we are here to help 5 01872 501310 [email protected] make sure that this is one of the most 65

www.caerhays.co.uk www.burncoosehouse.co.uk memorable days of your life together. The Green Cornwall Khalie Siddiqui - English Heritage Jessica Rapheal - English Heritage Venues along the coast also come in all shapes and sizes. Many of our hotels, bars and restaurants along the coast are licensed for weddings and events allowing you to make the most of those dramatic views for the perfect snapshots of your day. The laid-back Cornish lifestyle has even been known to see the wedding party fit in a quick surf break before the evening festivities. oast If sand’s not your thing, the historic and working ports and harbours also hold a unique charm and appeal. As well as the much-famed Charlestown harbour and C its famous tall ships, there’s multitudes of and pretty coloured boats to be found bobbing around in even the smallest ports.

There are a myriad of venues in Cornwall where guests can even arrive Beach by boat for that extra nautical touch. SAIL AWAY

For many people Cornwall means op Tips beaches. It’s really not a surprise 1. You’ve chosen your destination when you discover that we have more T because of its beauty, don’t forget to than 300 accessible beaches along check tide times to make the most of our stunning coastline. the beach and setting. These beaches offer an amazing array of 2. Remember the saying, ‘leave only diversity from golden sands to shingle, footprints’. It’s a favourite here in from fishing villages to the gentle lapping Cornwall. waters that meet the sloping fields of the . You’ll find tiny coves or wide 3. Why not consider the American open bays, each offering something special traditional of ‘trash the dr for your occasion. the seas in your ‘best outfit’ess’ for and one hit final stunning, fun-filled pictur Bask in the warm summer rays before e? watching the sun go down over sun-kissed sands, or enjoy crystal clear blue seas and empty beaches out of season. Plan beach

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You’ll find the delightful 18th century For more information please Wildly romantic outdoor former corn mill nestled in a wooded contact Mark or Kep Forbes on valley, close to the surfing beach 07767341234 or email: weddings for 2-200 in a Trebarwith Strand. [email protected] Choose from an outdoor ceremony www.themillhouseinn.co.uk under a wooden canopy, or inside The Mill House, Trebarwith, Tintagel, leafy hollow beside a little in our beamed halls. Cornwall PL34 0HD | 01840 770200 stream. Style it boho, retro, eco- you do the pretty stuff & we do all the rest...

Cornish Tipi Weddings Be inspired by the Nr Port Isaac ceremonies, receptions romance of paradise... Cornwall Create your perfect day within 01208 880781 & camping a sanctuary of breathtaking beauty www.cornishtipiweddings.co.uk surrounded by an ever-changing Smith nr Falmouth Visit trebah-garden.co.uk backdrop of natural elegance Tel 01326 252200 Email [email protected] cornishtipiweddings @outside bride outsidebride @cornishtipis Or maybe a traditional pub setting has all you could ask for? Beaches, beer gardens, sea views or crackling fires - or maybe all of those are a must. It won’t surprise you we have plenty to choose from.

It’s not just our heritage, but our culture that draws people from across the globe to Cornwall, and there’s much more than eritage surf culture waiting. Paul Keppell - English Heritage Cornwall constantly hits the screens from films to the small screen and more travel and shows than we can list.

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There must be something in the sea air in Cornwall that inspires creativity, ingenuity and pioneering passion. Our history has touched every part op of the world from mining to art, and T Tips from Marconi to the current space 1. Ask local people, or event race. Our county may be small but The Green Cornwall managers, for the best locations for Trenance Heritage Cottages our impact has been large to say the pictures. You never know what access least. they may offer. Our landscape is a constant reminder 2. With so much culture and heritage of when Cornwall led the world with its to celebrate we have a lots events in industrial past and was a county that Cornwall including a number of gr boasted the richest towns in Europe. festivals. Why not incorporate a biteat of festival fun into your proceedings? Everyone of our towns, villages and hamlets offers its own touch of history as 3. The Cornish do love a good well as a myriad of picture opportunities celebration so don’t be surprised if every bit as beautiful as our coast. you are at the centre of a lot of well wishes from people you have never Host your ceremony on a farm, in a barn or met! even in the shadow of a towering engine house for that full Poldark feel. That’s not 10 to mention the stately homes and castles 11 that are strewn across our county. u The Green Cornwall “The Cupola” is the wedding setting with the sea as a backdrop. Set in the Roseland Peninsula, this mediterranean garden, is An 800-year-old surrounded by the sea with private family home extensive views over Falmouth for exclusive barn and Cornish Camels Bay. marquee weddings Rosuick Organic Farm, For more information contact St Martin, Maria-Antonietta www.pengenna.co.uk TR12 6DZ Lamorran House, TR2 5BZ Tel: (01326) 270800 01326 231302 www.cornishcamels.com email: [email protected] www.lamorrangardens.co.uk

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Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y AY BEAUTIFUL Y Y Y Y WEDDINGY VENUE Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Fully licensed for ceremonies and an outstanding venue for your reception, the purpose built Garden Room at Tricky’s, located away from the main pub and restaurant, makes the Y Y perfect choice for your special day. Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y A beautiful venue where you can make memories that last a lifetime. Hosting up to 140 guests, with accommodation Y for 32, The Green has a cluster of barns, a luxurious house and several cottages. To discuss your wedding or wedding reception, or to view the Garden Room, please contact Amanda on 01209 219292 www.thegreencornwall.co.uk | 01579 362 253 Tolgus Mount, , Cornwall TR15 3TA Tel: 01209 219292 Netherton, Upton Cross, , Cornwall, PL14 5BD Email: [email protected] www.trickyscornwall.co.uk vegan paella spectacular and you’ll have an extraordinary evening in the fresh Cornish air.

As with all things in Cornwall, water is never far away with many of these locations offering streams, rivers and natural waterfalls to add drama and oods romance to your proceedings. It goes without saying that wildlife is abundant within our stunning natural surroundings, and in many locations in W and Cornwall you can make animals part of your occasion. len The Green Cornwall From owls swooping as you walk into the G Kilminorth Cottages venue to doggy ring bearers, you can even host your ceremonies among seals and penguins!

Ceremonies in Cornwall can get as creative as your imagination so if you can dream it, chances are Cornwall can deliver!

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Kilminorth Cottages Many of our Cornish venues are op Tips steeped in mystical and magical tales T and folklore. None more so than our 1. You’ll spot a lot of wellies in woodland destinations. Trees take a Cornish wedding pictures. They special place in Celtic culture having come in all colours and are a fantastic been a place for ceremonies and practical addition to your shopping good fortune. list - perfect for fields, beach or stream! You’ll find everything from pixies to fairy folk and of course the spirits that dwell in 2. Check with rangers or landowners the trees, so choosing a ceremony in one before venturing onto land you don’t

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From the ancient woodlands of Penwith, 3. Many parts of Cornwall have bent and shaped by the wild Atlantic little known features such as natural winds, to the dappled light that punctuates springs, wells or standing stones - the towering firs and pines of the North ask your photographer to search out Cornwall glens, there’s a setting to suit all some hidden gems. occasions.

Then there’s the orchards and vineyards. The Westcountry is famed for its cider, but did you know we’re world class in wines and spirits too? So among the 14 orchards, fields and vines you will find 15 the ultimate shindig. Add a hog roast or u The Green Cornwall EXCLUSIVE USE WEDDING VENUE WWW.TREVENNA.CO.UK TREVENNA [email protected] 01579 320013

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Be Unique Rocky outcrops, deep pools and even the hauntingly beautiful china clay pits offer features and a touch of the unusual to your wedding album. Venues make the most of the unrivalled locations to offer you the ceremony of your dreams.

Whatever the weather there is nowhere else where stunning sunshine is equalled in oor beauty by dramatic clouds and vast rolling skies. Atlantek Photography It’s not just the wild beauty of the moor M and and its rocky outcrops on offer in Cornwall, there’s also a chance to get back to nature. ild As well as a number of wildlife sanctuaries and venues offering to include everything W from otters to eagles, there are a number places in Cornwall that can even offer llama’s and reindeer!

However, if you want your nature free-range the moors offer ponies, deer and flocks of sheep. You’ll find circling buzzards and kestrels as well as smaller birds and butterflies in abundance.

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Our windswept and wild moorlands have inspired singers, songwriters, Atlantek Photography poets and wordsmiths for generations. The ever-changing colours reflect the seasons like no op other and the light that plays across T Tips the land is magical. 1. Whatever the weather the pictur will look stunning - brollies are a greates You’ll have a number of remote areas to addition for a pop of colour and don’ choose from if you decide that the wild just offer protection from the rain, t romance of the wide open is what you they can offer shade in the Cornish require. sunshine to keep you looking cool. These areas of Cornwall conjure up images 2. Beware of roaming wildlife, wellies

of a smuggling past, untamed beauty The Green Cornwall are a must. and the mysterious charms of love - think Daphne du Maurier. 3. Use natural confetti - petals, rice, and even woollen pom poms make a Here you’ll find some venues that offer fantastic alternative. something a little different. Caverns, tipi’s, yurts, waterfalls and traditional Cornish inns provide a unique and warm welcome all year round. u 18 The Green Cornwall 19 Kilminorth Cottages Distinctive Ceremony Celebratory Ceremony

• Bespoke to your personal • Held anywhere in Cornwall - requirements inside or out • Prior contact with your Ceremony • Any day, anytime Registrar • Bespoke to your requirements • Any day – anytime (but without legal standing) • Includes bank holidays • Option of adding a separate legal • Held at licensed venues or in a ceremony at a different time. (Call hat type Registration Office ceremony us for advice) W room • Guest numbers up to room • Choose from over 170 locations capacity or at a non-licensed location (for of celebratory ceremonies – no legal No Frills Ceremony status) • Guest numbers up to room • Marriage or civil partnership capacity statutory registration Penryn Town Hall • Appointment style for just the Classic Ceremony legal requirements • No ceremony included • Easy and convenient - simple • Two witnesses needed eremony? ceremony content preparations – • Held in a Registration ‘working’ just rock up on the day! office C • Includes room hire • Any day – 8am to 6pm Penryn Town Council • Includes bank holidays Te Library, St Tomas St • Held in Registration Office Penryn, TR10 8JN ceremony room • Choose from eight locations 01326 373086 • Guest numbers up to room www.penryntowncouncil.co.uk capacity Kilminorth Cottages Simple Ceremony We’ve mentioned it a few times, as your ceremony contains the right we’re here to make your journey to legal wording and no religious content, • Easy and convenient - no wedded bliss that little bit easier. almost anything goes allowing you to ceremony content preparations So below is a simple guide as to run wild with creativity. • Includes room hire what type of civil ceremonies are • Monday to Saturday With a team of more than 80 Ceremony • 8am to 6pm available to celebrate your love Zoe Lovelock Registrars across Cornwall and a history • Excludes bank holidays Photography and why you might choose one in that goes back to 1837 there are very • Held in Registration Office the first place. few questions we can’t answer and ceremony room should be your first stop on your new • Choose from nine locations Firstly, and maybe most importantly, lifetime journey. • Up to 4 guests Kilminorth Cottages a civil marriage or civil partnership is the only legal alternative to a religious If your heart desires a location that wedding. isn’t registered, help is at hand as this is covered by our ‘Celebratory It can take place in a Register Office, Ceremonies’ and although they have Registration Office ceremony room, or no legal status we can work with you a licensed venue (we’ve included a list around making it exactly what you from page 30) want.

Licensed venues range from stately Choosing your ceremony package homes to caves and from barns to castles so there’s plenty of choice on Your ceremony can be as simple or offer. sophisticated as you wish; what is important to us, is finding out what We offer a range of packages that can matters to you. We have a number of 20 be tailored to perfectly suit your needs, packages that we offer: u from ‘fuss-free’ to bespoke. As long The Castle by the sea the perfect setting for your wedding , Cornwall in Cornwall...... with excellent cuisine, friendly service TThehe PPerfecerfectt LLooccatati ionon and stunning gardens leading down to the banks Booking of the Helford River For Your Perfect DayDay Set within its own grounds, your Ceremony surrounded by stunning scenery, amazing beaches, Once you have decided which to advise you on your next step. You’ve chosen: A registration canal and wharf, The Castle package suits you both best, Don’t forget you can also add a office ceremony. is the idyllic place to gather the next step you need to do legal element to your plans. Our new function suite provides a great place for your wedding day, friends and family for your is to book your big day. Once Simply call us and let us know with views out over the golf course and gardens. This room is available special day. When you make your booking, to book for your ceremony, meal and evening function. again, we’re here to make it as which package you’d like to have you’ll need to pay us a non- simple as can be. from our Distinctive, Classic, We can also ofer something extra with a tree planted in the grounds refundable deposit. We’ll then Simple or No Frills. ceremonies. as a lasting reminder of your special day.

send you a confirmation letter We’ll check the availability and We’re happy to work with you to make your big day You’ve chosen: An approved with a leaflet and details on book you in. It’s really that easy. just how you want it to be ... so call us to chat through your plans. venue. ‘giving notice’. Giving notice Speak to our Wedding is required for all marriages or Extra advice. Phone the venue of your choice Coordinator to find out about civil partnerships as it is a legal our wedding packages to confirm availability and make requirement. If either partner are non- a provisional booking. Then give 01288 357302 or email EEA nationals and subject to us a call to book your date, time [email protected] Your notice will need to be immigration control your notice and place. We will book you Helford Passage Mawnan Smith Nr Falmouth Cornwall TR11 5LG www.thecastlebude.org.uk submitted at your registration waiting period of 28 days may be a Distinctive ceremony. Once Tel: 01326 252100 www.budockvean.co.uk/celebrations office where you live. If you live in extended to 70 days. booked with us, confirm your Cornwall you may do this at any of provisional booking with your our registration offices. Notice can You may set up ‘residency’ within chosen venue. normally be given up to 12 months Cornwall prior to giving notice before your ceremony and no less if you wish. You will need to live You’ve chosen: A Celebratory than 28 days before. in Cornwall for more than seven Ceremony. days prior to giving notice. Please contact us for advice. Call us first to discuss your requirements and we’ll be able

Please contact us for any further information or see our website.

We can be contacted between 9am and 4:30pm Monday to Friday by any of the following ways:

Telephone: 0300 1234 181 Email: [email protected] www.cornwall.gov.uk/weddings

22 Paul Keppell - English Heritage Do we have to do anything before the Important advice: ceremony starts? • Send details of parking, directions and The Registrar is your expert for the day, pre-ceremony photo timing in your so they will offer advice, guidance and guest invitations. reassurance as they take you through the last minute details. • Regardless of your choice, we recommend that you give yourself and Seeing both partners individually, you’ll be your guests plenty of time to get to the asked to confirm your details which will be ceremony on time and get settled. It’s entered into the marriage register. This is to important for everyone, from the couple make sure that all information is up to date. to the reception venue, but especially for the Registrars, who will have other What happens during the ceremony? ceremonies to get to.

Whether you want a formal or informal • Assign a member of the wedding party gathering, your guests will be invited to to keep guests up-to-date with any assemble in the ceremony room to await travel issues or delays. your grand entrance. • Let your guests know your wishes for With everyone waiting for you to arrive it confetti - many venues specify which can be a little daunting, but there is nothing types they allow. For example, Cornwall to worry about as your Registrar will guide Council only allow biodegradable lanning you through the ceremony. You don’t even confetti at its registration office need to remember any words, your Registrar ceremony rooms. It’s your chance to get P will lead you through the text in short easy creative, we love eco-friendly options phrases for you to repeat. It really is that such as petals, bubbles and even your easy. reusable pom poms which guests can then take home as a keepsake! ceremony Photography is up to you. Many prefer guests to wait until the signing of the • Don’t forget to let your guests know register while your official photographer know your social media wishes. captures the proceedings on everyones behalf. The Green Cornwall The Green

We want your ceremony to go When you’ve received your confirmation smoothly so that you can relax and booking letter from us you'll find our soak up the atmosphere on your helpful ‘Preferences’ leaflet included. This special day. Because of this there has all the information you need, simply decide and let us know on the day. are two main options to choose from, the Simple of Classic Wedding If you have chosen a Distinctive wedding, and the Distinctive Wedding you can expect a call from your Registrar Rustic romance in the heart of package. about a month before your big day. our organic farm They’ll discuss all your bespoke ceremony If you have opted for a Simple or arrangements with you. Classic wedding we’ve taken a lot of the preparation hassles away for you. In preparation for the call it is helpful to think about how you would like to www.nancarrowfarm.co.uk personalise your proceedings so that it is unique and truly special for you. A guide will be included with your confirmation 01872 487099 letter to help you with this. You’ll be in safe hands, so relax and enjoy your moment. u

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eremonies Kilminorth Cottages This includes non-licensed venues which C means the world truly is your oyster. From beaches, woodlands, cliff tops or even Frieda And The Moon your own garden there is no restriction or guidelines to your ceremony.

However, it is also not considered a legal union, this can be achieved by adding a legal marriage or civil partnership option. This can take place on the day or in advance of your celebration.

It is important to us that your day is exactly the way you want it, we can work with you to combine the best of both worlds with a legal marriage or civil partnership supported by a Celebratory Ceremony on the same day.

This can be achieved by using a licensed It’s not just weddings and civil venue or Registration Office to make Partnerships that we’re experts in. your legal declarations. You will sign the We offer a range of other important register privately before or after, as you family events that are cause for can then fulfil your personal vows in front celebration. of friends and family in your place of choice. These ceremonies are known as Discretionary, and although they have no You can choose where you recite your legal status, they are considered symbolic personal vows, whether that be by the sea and a popular way of declaring love, or under Cornish starry skies. Why not call confirming relationships or naming loved us to find out how we can help you choose ones. the options that suit you best?

Discretionary ceremonies include Our website offers more information Celebratory Weddings, Naming on these ceremonies or you can call ceremonies and Renewal of Vows. 0300 1234 181 for more information. Celebratory weddings are becoming increasingly popular with couples who www.cornwall.gov.uk/weddings want a wedding-style event, but in their favourite location. u

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Can I personalise my ceremony? THE GUILDHALL, ST IVES

You’ve got the perfect ceremony in mind, with distinctive ideas and vows. Is there anything you can and can’t do?

Well, the good news is that there are only two limitations.

• The law does not permit any religious content

• The legal declarations and contracting words must be stated or affirmed.

The rest of your ceremony is up to you. Create your fantastic memories at the However, it is good to note that if you Guildhall St Ives. are holding a Celebratory Ceremony then Situated in the heart of the town - the Guildhall offers a unique venue that combines heritage, history and there are no restrictions at all. great versatility. A couple of minutes stroll from an array of golden yth beaches, fabulous restaurant and amazing When can I speak with my registrar? accommodation - the Guildhall really is the perfect M choice for your special day. If you have opted for a Distinctive 3 Superb upper ceremony rooms and 1 large concert Ceremony your Registrar will contact you hall available at a fabulous price. about a month before the date to discuss www.stivestowncouncil-cornwall.gov.uk any plans you’d like to put in place. 01736 797840 [email protected] The Green Cornwall Busting I am heterosexual but have been told I can’t have a civil partnership – why There’s a lot that’s changed about not? unions in the past decade or so,

and as such things can get a little Kilminorth Cottages This is soon to change. Legislation has confusing. been passed that will soon allow opposite WATERSIDE WEDDINGS AT sex civil partnerships. HARBOUR HOTEL We’ve put together the top questions This 4-star, newly-renovated Victorian boutique about civil ceremonies we usually get The government have committed to hotel features vibrant contemporary interiors and asked. introducing this law by December 31, 2019 stunning views of Padstow Harbour, ideal for small or large wedding ceremonies, breakfasts and receptions up to 80 guests. Can I get married outside? Can my pets be part of the ceremony? Station Road, Padstow, Cornwall, PL28 8DB Outdoor marriage or civil partnership The first thing to do is to check with your E: [email protected] ceremonies, in the true sense of the word, T: 01841 532486 are still not permitted due to the law in chosen venue that they are happy to and Wales. permit animals. If they are then it’s time to contact us to discuss practicalities. However, there are creative ways around this. You’ll find that it is now possible to We’ve helped dogs become ring bearers, get married in a whole manner of outdoor owls deliver rings and we’ve even heard ways. As long as they have a licensed you can buy bridesmaids dresses for cats! ‘structure’ such as gazebos, tipis, yurts or bandstands. These are the closest option Almost anything goes, just give us you have to getting married in the great a call on 0300 1234 181 (option 3). outdoors. We’re here Monday to Friday to chat.

The main requirement is that this is a www.cornwall.gov.uk/weddings 28 permanent immovable structure. The Green Cornwall The Green Cornwall

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An Mor Hotel Calloose Caravan Park Colan Barton Hannafore Point Hotel Knightor Winery Mount Pleasant Ecological Park Pentire Hotel Princess Pavilion 01288 355460 01736 850431 07465 204878 01503 263273 01726 851101 01752 822236 01637 872334 01326 311277 www.anmorhotel.co.uk www.calloose.co.uk gorgeousweddingscornwall.com www.hannaforepointhotel.com www.knightor.com www.mpecopark.co.uk www.pentirehotelnewquay.co.uk www.bettervenues.org.uk Bude EX23 8JY TR27 5ET TR8 4NB West PL13 2DG Trethurgy PL26 8YQ Porthtowan TR4 8HL Newquay TR7 1NU Falmouth TR11 4AR

Atlantic Hotel Calstock Arts Colliford Tavern Heartlands Lamorran House National Maritime Museum Penventon Park Hotel Queens Hotel 01637 872244 01822 833183 01208 821335 01209 722320 01326 270800 Cornwall 01209 203000 01736 362371 www.atlantichotelnewquay.co.uk www.calstockartsvenuehire.co.uk www.lakeviewrestaurant.co.uk www.heartlandscornwall.com www.lamorrangardens.co.uk 01326 214557 www.penventon.co.uk www.queens-hotel.com Newquay TR7 1EN Calstock PL18 9QX Liskeard PL14 6PZ Pool TR15 3QY Truro TR2 5BZ www.nmmc.co.uk Redruth TR15 1TE Penzance TR18 4HG Falmouth TR11 3QY Beacon Crag Bed and Breakfast Camelot Castle Hotel Cornish Camels Hendra Barns Land ’s End Hotel Polhawn Fort Rosehip Barn 07815 311291 01840 770202 01326 231302 01872 510 884 01736 871 844 Old Vicarage Hotel 01752 822864 07813 111198 www.beaconcrag.com www.camelotcastle.com www.cornishcamels.com www.hendrabarns.co.uk www.landsendhotel.co.uk 01736 796124 www.polhawnfort.com www.rosehip-yoga.com Porthleven TR13 9LA Tintagel PL34 0DQ Helston TR12 6DZ Newquay TR8 5AZ Sennen TR19 7AA www.oldvicarage.com Torpoint PL10 1LL Launceston PL15 8QN St Ives TR26 2ES Bedruthan Hotel and Spa Cape Golf and Leisure Cornish Tipi Weddings Higher Churchtown Farm Barns Lanhydrock Hotel & Golf Club Polpier Rose-in-Vale Country House 01637 861227 01736 788611 01208 880781 01566 781437 01208 262570 Padstow Harbour Hotel www.polpier.co.uk Hotel www.bedruthan.com www.capecornwallgolfclub.co.uk www.cornishtipiweddings.co.uk www.higherchurchtownfarm.co.uk www.lanhydrockhotel.com 01841 532486 Mevagissey PL26 6RE 01872 552202 Mawgan Porth TR8 4BU Penzance TR19 7NL St Kew PL30 3HZ Launceston PL15 8QT PL30 5AQ www.harbourhotels.co.uk www.roseinvalehotel.co.uk Padstow PL28 8DB Poltair Holiday Barns St Agnes TR5 0QD Blue and the Boardroom Carbis Bay Hotel Cosawes Barton Hotel Bristol Lanteglos Country House Hotel 01209 715 077 01209 890329 01736 795311 01872 864026 01637 875181 01840 213551 Pencarrow www.poltairholidaybarns.com Rosewarne Manor www.blue-bar.co.uk www.carbisbayhotel.co.uk www.cosawesbarton.co.uk www.hotelbristol.co.uk www.lantegloshotel.co.uk 01840 250118 TR14 0QR 01209 610414 Porthtowan TR4 8AD St Ives TR26 2NP Truro TR3 7EJ Newquay TR7 2PQ PL32 9RF www.weddingsatpencarrow.com www.rosewarnemanor.co.uk Bodmin PL30 3AG Polurrian Hotel TR27 5JQ Boconnoc Carlyon Bay Hotel Driftwood Spars Hotel California Launcells Barton 01326 240421 01208 872507 01726 812304 01872 552428 01637 879292 01288 352352 Pendennis Castle www.polurrianhotel.com Rosteague www.boconnoc.com www.carlyonbay.com www.driftwoodspars.co.uk www.hotel-california.co.uk www.launcellsbarton.co.uk 01326 310106 Mullion TR12 7EN 01872 580346 PL22 0RG PL25 3RD St Agnes TR5 0RT Newquay TR7 1PU Bude EX23 9NQ www.english-heritage.org.uk www.rosteague.co.uk Falmouth TR11 4LP Port Eliot Truro TR2 5EF Bodmin Jail Carnglaze Caverns Fowey Hall Hotel Hotel Tresanton Little Fox Hotel 01503 230211 01208 76292 01579 320251 01726 833866 01326 270055 01503 230863 Pengenna Manor www.porteliot.co.uk Sandy Lodge Hotel www.bodminjail.org www.carnglaze.com www.foweyhallhotel.co.uk www.tresanton.com www.littlefoxhotel.co.uk 01208 612221 Saltash PL12 5ND 01637 872851 Bodmin PL31 2NR Liskeard PL14 6HQ Fowey PL23 1ET Truro TR2 5DR Torpoint PL11 3BD www.pengennamanor.co.uk www.sandylodgehotel.co.uk Bodmin PL30 3HX Porth Avallen Hotel Newquay TR7 2QY Boho Cornwall Carnmarth Hotel Fowey Harbour Hotel Hotel Victoria Lowenac Hotel 01726 812802 07733 323668 01637 872519 01726 832551 01637 872255 01209 719295 Pengersick Castle www.porthavallen.co.uk Scorrier House www.bohocornwall.co.uk www.carnmarth.com www.harbourhotels.co.uk www.legacy-hotels.co.uk www.lowenachotel.net 01736 763 973 St Austell PL25 3SG 01209 820264 Penzance TR19 7QP Newquay TR7 1HN Fowey PL23 1HX Newquay TR7 1DB Camborne TR14 8SL www.pengersickcastle.com www.scorrierhouse.co.uk Penzance TR20 9SJ Porth Veor Manor Hotel Redruth TR16 5AU Boscundle Manor C-Bay Café Glendorgal Hotel Jamaica Inn Lower Barns Boutique Wedding 01637 873274 01726 813557 01637 830229 01637 874937 01566 86250 Venue Penmorvah Manor Hotel www.porthveormanor.com Sea House www.boscundlemanor.co.uk www.crantockbay.co.uk www.glendorgal.co.uk www.jamaicainn.co.uk 01726 844881 01326 250 277 Newquay TR7 3LW 01726 68966 St Austell PL25 3RL Crantock TR8 5SE Newquay TR7 3AD Bodmin Moor PL15 7TS www.lowerbarnswedding.co.uk www.penmorvah.co.uk www.seahousecornwall.co.uk St Austell PL26 6EU Falmouth TR11 5ED Porth-en-Alls House PL25 3NX Budock Vean China Fleet Country Club Great Western Hotel Kehelland Trust 01736 762014 01326 250288 01752 848668 01637 830229 01209 718975 Lusty Glaze Beach Penryn Town Hall www.prussiacove.co.uk Seiners Arms www.budockvean.co.uk www.china-fleet.co.uk www.greatwesternnewquay.co.uk www.kehellandtrust.org.uk 01637 872 444 01326 373086 Penzance TR20 9BA 01872 573118 Falmouth TR11 5LG Saltash PL12 6LJ Newquay TR7 2NE Camborne TR14 0DD www.lustyglaze.co.uk www.penryntowncouncil.co.uk www.seiners.co.uk Newquay TR7 3AE Penryn TR10 8LT Porthpean House and Lodge Perranporth TR6 0DP Chycara Guildhall (Looe) Kilminorth Cottages 01722 786004 01872 865447 01503 263709 01503 262832 Merchants Manor Penstowe Manor thebigbeautifulbeachhouse.com www.chycara.co.uk www.eastlooetowntrust.co.uk www.kilminorthcottages.co.uk 01326 312734 01288 321354 St Austell PL26 6AX u Truro TR3 6LN East Looe PL13 1AA Looe PL13 2NE www.merchantsmanor.com www.penstoweholidays.co.uk 30 Falmouth TR11 4QJ Bude EX23 9QY 31 The Old Chapel Ship and Castle Hotel The Colonial The Headland Hotel The Thirsty Scholar Treseren 01326 270401 01637 851724 01637 872211 01326 372996 07808 581847 Calstock www.coastandcountryhotels.com www.tolcarnebeach.com www.headlandhotel.co.uk www.thethirstyscholar.co.uk www.treseren.co.uk St Mawes TR2 5DG Newquay TR7 2QN Newquay TR7 1EW Penryn TR10 8EW St East TR8 5NW A stunning venue South Torfrey Farm The Cornwall Hotel, Spa and The Llawnroc Hotel The Vean Trethorne Hotel and Golf Club 01726 833126 Estate 01726 843461 01872 501918 01566 86903 www.southtorfreyfarm.com 01726 874050 www.thellawnroc.co.uk www.visit.caerhays.co.uk www.trethornegolfclub.com in a stunning Fowey PL23 1LA www.thecornwall.com St Austell PL26 6NU St Austell PL26 6LY Launceston PL15 8QE St Austell PL26 7AB riverside location St Enodoc Hotel The Mill House The Waterfront Trevenna 01208 863394 The Cow Shed at Freathy 07767 341234 01208 869655 01579 320013 www.enodoc-hotel.co.uk Farmhouse www.themillhouseinn.co.uk www.waterfrontpolzeath.co.uk www.trevenna.co.uk 01822 833183 Rock PL27 6LA 01752 823167 Tintagel PL34 0HD Polzeath PL27 6SP Liskeard PL14 6NR [email protected] www.thecowshedweddings.co.uk www.calstockartsvenuehire.co.uk St Ives Harbour Hotel & Spa Millbrook PL10 1JL The Old Mill The Waterwheel Inn Trevibban Mill Vineyard 01736 795221 01872 487099 01726 67435 01841 541413 www.stives-harbour-hotel.co.uk The Eagle House Hotel www.nancarrowfarm.co.uk www.thewaterwheel.co.uk www.trevibbanmill.com St Ives TR26 2BN 01566 774488 Marazanvose TR4 9DQ St Austell PL25 5RR PL27 7SE www.theeaglehousehotel.com St Mawes Hotel Launceston PL15 8BA The Old Quay House Trebah Garden Trewornan Manor 01326 270270 01736 753445 01326 252200 01208 812359 www.stmaweshotel.com The Eden Project www.quayhousehayle.co.uk www.trebah-garden.co.uk www.trewornanmanor.co.uk St Mawes TR2 5DW 01726 811950 Hayle TR27 6JG Falmouth TR115JZ Wadebridge PL27 6EX www.edenprojet.com International Resort St Austell PL24 2SG The Old Quay House Hotel Tredudwell Manor Tricky’s at the Tolgus Inn 01579 351351 01726 833302 01726 870226 01209 219292 www.st-mellion.co.uk The Edgcumbe www.theoldquayhouse.com www.tredudwell.co.uk www.trickyscornwall.co.uk Saltash PL12 6SD 01288 353846 Fowey PL23 1AQ Fowey PL23 1NJ Redruth TR15 3TA www.edgcumbe-hotel.co.uk St Michael ’s Hotel & Spa Bude EX23 8HJ The Old School Hotel Tregenna Castle Hotel Watergate Bay Hotel 01326 312707 01208 880721 01736 795254 01637 861295 www.stmichaelsresort.com The Edgcumbe Arms www.theoldschoolhotel.co.uk www.tregenna-castle.co.uk www.watergatebay.co.uk Falmouth TR11 4NB 01752 822294 Port Isaac PL29 3RD TR26 2DE Newquay TR8 4AA www.edgcumbearms.co.uk St Moritz Hotel & Garden Villas Torpoint PL10 1HX The Plume of Feathers Tregoose Farm Waterside Cornwall 01208 862242 01872 510387 01326 574270 01208 831808 www.stmoritzhotel.co.uk The Emerald www.theplumemitchell.co.uk www.tregooseweddings.co.uk www.watersidecornwall.com Wadebridge PL27 6SD 01326 555555 Newquay TR8 5AX Helston TR13 0RT Bodmin PL30 5JJ www.emeraldcornwall.co.uk St Nectans Waterfall Truro TR3 6LN The Rockpool Tregulland Cottage and Barn Well Parc Hotel 01840 779538 01736 449990 01566 770880 01841 520318 www.st-nectansglen.co.uk The Falcon Hotel www.therockpoolbar.co.uk www.tregullandandco.co.uk www.wellparc.co.uk Tintagel PL34 0BE 01288 352005 Hayle TR27 5ED Launceston PL15 8QW Padstow PL28 8QN www.falconhotel.com Ta Mill Bude EX23 8SD The Rosevine Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens Wheal Tor Hotel 01840 261797 01872 580206 01736 448089 01579 363401 www.tamill.co.uk The Falmouth Hotel www.rosevine.co.uk www.tremenheere.co.uk www.bodminmoorhotel.co.uk Launceston PL15 8PS 01326 312671 Truro TR2 5EW Penzance TR20 8YL Liskeard PL14 5PJ www.falmouthhotel.co.uk Talland Bay Hotel Falmouth TR11 4NZ The Royal Duchy Hotel Trenance Cottages Newquay Whitsand Bay Fort 01503 272667 01326 313042 07909 513415 01752 822597 www.tallandbayhotel.com The Gannet Inn www.royalduchy.co.uk www.trenancecottages.co.uk www.whitsandbayfort-weddings.co.uk Looe PL13 2JB 01736 795651 Falmouth TR11 4NX Newquay TR7 2HW Torpoint PL10 1JZ www.gannetstives.co.uk The Alverton St Ives TR26 2SB The Scarlet Trenderway Farm Widemouth Manor 01872 276663 01637 861800 01503 272214 01288 361207 www.thealverton.co.uk The Green www.scarlethotel.co.uk www.trenderwayweddings.co.uk www.thewidemouthmanor.co.uk Truro TR1 1ZQ 01579 362253 Mawgan Porth TR8 4DQ Looe PL13 2LY Bude EX23 0DE www.thegreencornwall.co.uk The Cardinals Hatt Liskeard PL14 5BD The Smugglers Den Inn Trenython Manor Hotel and Spa Woodland Valley Farm 01752 845888 01637 830209 01726 814797 01726 884127 www.thecardinals-hatt.co.uk The Greenbank Hotel www.thesmugglersden.co.uk www.trenython.co.uk www.woodlandvalley.co.uk Saltash PL12 6PJ 01326 312440 Newquay TR8 5PY Par PL24 2TS Truro TR2 4PT www.greenbank-hotel.co.uk The Castle Falmouth TR11 2SR The Stack House Trereife House & Gardens 01288 357300 01637 881183 01736 362750 www.thecastlebude.org.uk The Guildhall (Helston) www.uniquehomestays.com www.trereifepark.co.uk Bude EX23 8LG 01326 572063 Road TR2 4EU Penzance TR20 8TJ www.helston-tc.gov.uk The Coastguard ’s Lookout Helston TR13 8ST The Studio at Frieda and The 01872 501310 Moon 01637 875404 www.caerhays.co.uk The Guildhall (St Ives) 07870 778660 www.nationaltrust.org.uk St Austell PL26 6LY 01736 797840 www.friedaandthemoon.co.uk Newquay TR8 4PG stivestowncouncil-cornwall.gov.uk Looe PL13 3NT St Ives TR26 2DS Venuelisting guide 32 33 Kilminorth Cottages

Registration list

We have Ceremony Rooms available in all of our Registration Offices across Cornwall. Each one has its own style and capacity suitable for various types of event. If you wish to view any of the rooms please make an appointment by calling 0300 1237 181 to come and have a look around.

Bodmin Liskeard Penzance ChyTrevail Graylands St John’s Hall Beacon Technology Park Dean Street Alverton Street Bodmin Liskeard Penzance PL31 2FR PL14 4AH TR18 2QR

Helston Bude Truro Isaac House Bude Visitors Centre Dalvenie House Tyacke Road The Crescent New County Hall Helston Bude Truro TR13 8RR EX23 8LE TR1 3AY Your wedding day is everlasting. It’s the start of the next chapter in your story. St Austell Camborne Launceston Guildhall English Heritage’s historic wedding venues share this unique sense of the everlasting. Polkyth House Jayne Hooper House The Town Hall With an atmospheric castle keep, contemporary reception rooms and panoramic sea views, Council Offices 6-7 Artists Terrace Western Road 12 Carlyon Road Heartlands Launceston our castle gives you a connection to the past and an inspiring setting for your future. St Austell Pool PL15 7AR PL25 4LD TR15 3FE To find out more call 01326 310 100, email [email protected] or visit www.english-heritage.org.uk/pendennisweddings

For more information, or to enquire about booking a venue please call

0300 1234 181 or email [email protected] The English Heritage Trust is a charity, no. 1140351, and a company, no. 07447221, registered in England. 34 www.cornwall.gov.uk/weddings