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CELEBRATE IN THE ROYAL BOROUGH OF WINDSOR & MAIDENHEAD Welcome Dear Clients, CONTENTS
02 The Oakley Court Thank you for requesting 04 GETTING MARRIED a copy of this brochure, 05 GETTING MARRIED in the Royal Borough and we are delighted that 06 WHAT HAPPENS ON THE DAY you are considering holding 07 OUTDOOR CEREMONIES 08 getting married your Ceremony in the at the Windsor Guildhall Royal Borough of Windsor 09 the maidenhead ceremony room and Maidenhead. 10 Renewal of Vows & PARTNERSHIP CEREMONIES 11 Baby Naming Ceremonies in the Royal Borough The Registration Service will do everything we can to make your special day run smoothly – from your first 12 Approved Venues enquiry to the Ceremony itself. We want your celebration 13 The Beaumont Estate to be as happy, as relaxed, and as memorable as possible. 14 Macdonald Compleat Angler Please feel free to contact us with any queries or questions you may have about any aspect of our services. 15 Coworth Park 16 Gilbey’s Bar, Restaurant & Townhouse We look forward to conducting your ceremony. 17 The Windsor Guildhall Clair Coe and Andrea O’Brien 18 The Runnymede on Thames Superintendent Registrar’s Office 19 Royal Berkshire The Register office Town Hall 20 Ascot racecourse St Ives Road 21 Bateaux Windsor - Willow Room, Maidenhead SL6 1RF Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa
T: 01628 796422 E: [email protected] 22 Fredrick’s Hotel, French Brothers W: www.rbwm.gov.uk 23 Photography by Abi Moore, Sir Christopher Wren Hotel & Spa
24 Taplow House Hotel, Maria Ashby-Giles Photography, Berkshire’s Big Red Bus Co
25 Goose & Berry | Food & Events, The Harte & Garter Joliffes, Photogica Photography
26 Hurley House Hotel
28 Stoke Park Design: www.ice-experience.co.uk Front cover image by Gill The Photographer The Royal Borough 3 All details in this guide were believed correct at the time of printing. GETTING MARRIED
First of all, couples will need to decide where and when they would like their marriage to take place, and book the Registrars accordingly. Marriages can take place at any Register Office in England or Wales, or any licensed venue.
Couples then need to give formal Notice of their The authority will last for 12 months but is restricted Intention to register their marriage, and this notice to the venue for which it is issued. If the authority must be given at the Register Office (or other office expires before the registration is completed or you nominated by the Local Authority) for the area in wish to change the venue then new notices will have which the couple have lived for seven days. If the to be given. couple live in the Royal Borough of Windsor and In order to get married, couples must be over 18 Maidenhead, notice must be given in the Maidenhead (or provide evidence of parental/guardian consent if Register Office. Please telephone 01628 796422 to aged 16 or 17), not closely related to each other and make an appointment to do this. If one or both of be free to marry one another (i.e. not in an existing the couple is a non EEA citizen, then special rules marriage or civil partnership). apply – please contact your local Register Office for additional information.
After notice has been given there is a 28 day waiting period before the authority can be issued, and the marriage can take place.
4 Celebrate 2019 GETTING MARRIED IN THE ROYAL BOROUGH
We are delighted that you have chosen to hold your Marriage Ceremony in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.
Couples marrying here are able to personalise their Marriage Ceremony, and can include special vows, poetry, readings, messages of celebration and music in their Ceremony. You are also welcome to take photographs during the Ceremony to record your special day.
All our professional staff participate in Marriage Ceremonies, and will be delighted to give you any help or advice you need in the months leading up to your special day. Please do not hesitate to ring us on 01628 796422.
For fee structure, please either contact us on T: 01628 796422 E: [email protected] W: www.rbwm.gov.uk.
The Royal Borough 5 What happens on the day
The Registrars will need to meet each of you either individually or together 30 mins prior to the ceremony start time. This is to check that the details that we enter into the marriage register are correct and the Registrars will also double check the fine details about your ceremony.
A few simple checks will ensure that everything runs perfectly on time, and without hitches. Please remember to make allowance for traffic delays, and to check where parking is available for both you and your guests. Please remind your guests to arrive early, and also factor in time for any pre wedding photographs you may have arranged. Before the ceremony. . . The Ceremony
Getting married can be a nerve-racking experience but Your wedding day has our Registrars will be on hand to help you every step of arrived, and all those amazing the way so there is to need to worry about forgetting your lines or doing things in the wrong order.
plans you have made are going Once guests and witnesses are seated to await your to come together. To make entrance, the ceremony will begin. The Registrar will begin with a welcome, and you will both be asked, sure everything runs smoothly, in turn, to repeat the solemn legal declarations and contracting words which you have chosen to say. If you please ensure that you and have readings and personal vows these will be included in your guests arrive in plenty of your ceremony, making it unique and special for you both. After you have made your marriage vows, you and your time for your wedding. witnesses will sign the marriage register. The Registrars will then also sign the register and will present you with your marriage certificates.
6 Celebrate 2019 We have all seen it in the movies; – a romantic garden or waterfront ceremony, the couples surrounded by nature, standing side-by-side under an elegant arbour or gazebo. Perhaps you would like to celebrate your ceremony in the great outdoors but you are a breath of fresh air
not sure if you can do this. Well the . good news is that you can! OUTDOOR CEREMONIES
The law in England and Wales defines an approved premises as a permanently immovable structure comprising of at least a room, or any boat or other vessel which is permanently moored.
We have several licensed outdoor structures here in The Royal Borough, and some of our venues offer beautiful gardens, and rural views from their outdoor venues.
Please be aware that if the weather changes, you would have to move your wedding into an indoor licensed room, – we are sure you would not want your guests to sit outside in stormy weather.
The Royal Borough 7 The Windsor Guildhall is a stunning 17th century masterpiece set among the splendour of vibrant Royal Windsor. The magnificent interior of the historic venue provides a unique setting for weddings and civil partnerships. uildhall The elegant Grade I listed building was designed The Ceremony can be personalised with your own G by Sir Thomas Fitch and completed by special vows, readings, poetry and music. You are Sir Christopher Wren in 1689. Surrounded by the welcome to dress the room with your choice of natural beauty of the River Thames and Windsor Great flowers and photographs can be taken throughout Park, with its easy access, famous visitor attractions, the ceremony too. superb shopping and stunning hotels. indsor After your Ceremony delicious canapés and Inside the Windsor Guildhall there are two rooms champagne can be provided. Each of our three W available for your Ceremony. The impressive caterers has a distinct and individual style, so you Chamber with its chandeliers and fine collection of can find the perfect menu to complement this the
royal portraits, seats 100 guests. Alternatively the beautiful venue. intimate Ascot Room, chosen by Prince Charles and at Sir Elton John for their Ceremonies, seats 15 guests. GETTING MARRIED
To arrange a viewing or for booking enquiries please contact:
Jordan Evans, The Windsor Guildhall, High Street, Windsor SL4 1LR. T: 01628 683540 E: [email protected] W: www.Windsor.gov.uk
To book a ceremony at the magnificent Windsor Guildhall please contact:
T: 01628 796422 E: [email protected] W: www.rbwm.gov.uk
8 Celebrate 2019 the maidenhead ceremony room
The Maidenhead Ceremony Room, in Maidenhead Town Hall, provides a small, intimate room for your ceremony.
The room can seat up to 46 guests; is air conditioned, and has an attractive garden outside where photos can be taken.
The Registrars will be happy to personalise your ceremony with non-religious readings, vows and music of your choice.
Please call in or telephone the register office on 01628 796422 if you would like to view the room.
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The Register Office, Town Hall, St Ives Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire SL6 1RF T: 01628 796 422 E: [email protected] W: rbwm.gov.uk Photography by www.ragdollphotography.co.uk
The Royal Borough 9 Renewal of Vows & partnership Ceremonies
These Ceremonies are for couples who have already contracted a legal marriage, and who wish to celebrate and renew their vows in a unique and personal way.
For example:
The Ceremony could be a celebration of a special anniversary.
If your Ceremony took place abroad, you might wish to renew your vows in a Ceremony held for family and friends in the UK.
If you have been through a difficult or testing time in your relationship, you might wish to celebrate your renewed commitment to each other.
At the end of the Ceremony you will be presented with a commemorative certificate. Although these Ceremonies have no legal significance, they are a public statement by the couple of their continuing commitment to each other. Ceremonies can be held at the Register Office, or at other approved venues.
For fee structure, please either contact us on T: 01628 796422 E: [email protected] W: www.rbwm.gov.uk.
10 Celebrate 2019 Baby Naming Ceremonies IN THE ROYAL BOROUGH
Each Ceremony will be designed to reflect the personal wishes of the family and to A Naming Ceremony is a celebrate the unique nature of every child. Children of any age can have a Naming special occasion for family Ceremony, and it is also an ideal way and friends to celebrate the to welcome older children into new family relationships. birth and naming of a child. The Ceremony can include both parents and guiding It provides an opportunity adults promises to the child, and can include the for both parents and giving of a gift to the child, and promises which the guiding grandparents can make to the child.
adults to celebrate their You will be presented with a commemorative lifelong support for the child certificate at the end of the Ceremony. Ceremonies can be held at the Register Office, or at in a dignified and meaningful an approved venue. Although these Ceremonies have Ceremony. The parents do not no legal significance, they are a very special way to welcome a new addition to the family. have to be married to hold For fee structure, please either contact us on a Naming Ceremony. T: 01628 796422 E: [email protected] W: www.rbwm.gov.uk.
The Royal Borough 11 1. Ascot Racecourse 12. Harte & Garter Hotel 23. The Oakley Court Hotel Ascot, Berkshire High Street, Windsor Windsor Road, Water Oakley, Windsor Tel: 0844 346 3611 Tel: 01753 863 426 Tel: 01753 609 988
2. Beaumont House 13. Hurley House Hotel 24. The Olde Bell Burfield Road, Old Windsor Henley Road, Hurley High Street, Hurley Tel: 01753 640 000 Tel: 01628 568500 Tel: 01628 825 881
enues 3. Bisham Abbey 14. The Holiday Inn 25. The Oxford Blue Bisham, near Marlow Manor Lane, Maidenhead 10 Crimp Hill, Old Windsor
V Tel: 01628 476 911 Tel: 0871 942 9094 Tel: 01753 861954
4. The Bull Inn 15. Lillibrooke Manor 26. The Riverside Marquee Bisham High Street, Bisham Ockwells Road, Cox Green, Weirbank, Bray-on-Thames Tel: 01628 484 734 Maidenhead Tel: 01344 383 563 Tel: 01628 906 059 5. The Castle Hotel 27. Royal Berkshire Hotel High Street, Windsor 16. Macdonald London Road, Sunninghill, Ascot Tel: 01753 851 011 Berystede Hotel Tel: 01344 623 322 Bagshot Road, Sunninghill, roved 6. The Chartered Institute 28. Royal Windsor Racecourse Ascot of Marketing Tel: 0844 879 9104 Maidenhead Road, Windsor Moor Hall, Cookham Tel: 01753 498 400 Tel: 01628 427 500 17. Macdonald Compleat Angler 29. The Royal Windsor
App 7. Coworth Park Marlow Bridge, Marlow Datchet Road, Windsor, SL4 1QD Blacknest Road, Ascot Tel: 01628 484 444 Tel: 01753 865179 Tel: 01344 876 600 30. Sanctum on the Green 18. Macdonald Windsor Hotel 8. Fredrick’s Hotel High Street, Windsor The Old Cricket Common, Restaurant and Spa Tel: 0844 879 9101 Cookham Dean Shoppenhanger’s Road, Tel: 01628 482 638 Maidenhead 19. The Maidenhead 31. Sir Christopher Wren Tel: 01628 581 000 Ceremony Room Hotel and Spa Town Hall, St Ives Road, 9. Gilbeys Bar, Restaurant Maidenhead Thames Street, Windsor & Townhouse Tel 01628 796 422 Tel: 01753 442 400 81-83 High Street, Eton, SL4 6AF 32. SportsAble Tel: 01753 854921 20. The Manor Hotel The Green, Datchet Braywick Sports Ground, 10. The Great Hall Tel: 01753 543 442 Maidenhead Monks Barn, Hurley Tel: 01628 627 690 Tel: 01628 823 501 21. Monkey Island Estate 33. The Waterside Inn Bray, Maidenhead, SL6 2EE 11. The Guildhall Tel: 01628 623400 Ferry Road, Bray-on-Thames, High Street, Windsor Maidenhead Tel: 01628 683 540 22. Marlow Rowing Club Tel: 01628 620 691 Marlow Bridge Lane, Marlow, SL7 1RH Tel: 01628 623400
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The Royal Borough 13 MACDONALD COMPLEAT ANGLER
YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS HERE
Idyllically located on the banks of the River Thames, Macdonald Compleat Angler provides the perfect setting and atmosphere for the most important day of your life. Located on the bank of the River Thames, you are provided with the backdrop for breathtaking photos. With a picturesque backdrop of the Georgian town of Marlow, character and elegance come in abundance. Whatever you’re looking for we will provide a totally unique celebration suited to you and your guests.
Contact our Special Events team on 01628 405 445 or email [email protected] Coworth Park (Licensed for Civil Ceremonies)
Celebrate your wedding surrounded scenic lime grove and sunken gardens. by 240 acres of picturesque All event rooms and the pagoda in the parkland, in rural Berkshire, just meadow are licensed for civil wedding 45 minutes from central London. ceremonies. Coworth Park offers the ultimate in Part of The Dorchester Collection, bespoke weddings in the English this luxury country house hotel has countryside, catering from small 70 rooms and suites and a luxury spa intimate gatherings to lavish with an indoor pool, which is perfect receptions for up to 100 people. for pre-wedding pampering. Coworth Park also offers bespoke wedding Choose from four well-appointed packages, from menu tasting to create banqueting suites for your ceremony and your very own exclusive breakfast, to reception. In the Mansion House, the Oval complimentary accommodation on your and Garden Rooms provide spacious wedding night. Everything is arranged venues, with natural daylight and private to suit your requirements and with their terraces. The Oak Room with its elegant dedicated events team on hand, Coworth interiors and striking copper sculptures is Park promises you and your guests an ideal for intimate gatherings. Set apart from unforgettable wedding day. the Mansion House and surrounded by picturesque parkland, the castle-like charm For the most lavish of celebrations Coworth of The Tower House features a balcony Park is available to hire out in its entirety for offering captivating views over the lake. a wedding party and being just 20 minutes from Heathrow it is easily reached by For a stunning backdrop to your wedding guests from home and abroad. photos, wander through the gardens to the
COWORTH PARK Blacknest Road, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 7SE For more information or a personal tour, please contact T: 01344 876600 E: [email protected] W: dorchestercollection.com
The Royal Borough 15 Gilbey’s Bar, Restaurant &Townhouse
Gilbey’s, located in the Guests can meet in the newly historic and famous Eton designed Townhouse and then High Street, just across the proceed to the romantic Gallery bridge from Windsor Castle, for the ceremony (for which is a beautiful and refreshingly we have a wedding license). unusual location for intimate They can then return to the Townhouse and Cactus Room wedding and civil partnership for drinks and canapés, followed ceremonies and celebrations by the ‘Wedding Breakfast’ in for up to 50 guests. the Conservatory, which overlooks We have a fabulous team of the Courtyard Garden. Meanwhile people to look after you and The Gallery will have been your guests and to ensure that prepared for your choice of your special day really will be party celebrations afterwards. one to remember. Our Head This is a venue designed to have Chef Amaury de Oliveira and his the ‘wow’ factor! brigade are passionate about We also have four beautifully creating seasonally-led bespoke appointed guest bedrooms menus, our front-of-house team which can be reserved for are among the most cheerful and your exclusive use. efficient in the business … and our General Manager Emma Brett, with her wealth of experience and knowledge, is here to help and expertly guide you every step of the way.
Gilbey’s Bar, Restaurant & Townhouse To arrange a viewing or for booking enquiries please contact: Emma Brett, Gilbey’s Bar, Restaurant & Townhouse, 81-83 High Street, Eton, Windsor, Berkshire SL4 6AF T: +44(0) 1753 854921 E: [email protected] W: www.gilbeygroup.com
16 Celebrate 2019 Ceremonies at the Windsor Guildhall (Licensed for Civil Ceremonies)
Built in 1690 the magnificent Windsor Guildhall has been the setting for Royalty, Pageantry and Ceremony for over 300 years and offers a truly unique experience for your special day. Set in the heart of the vibrant town of Windsor, within a stone’s throw from the Long Walk, the Guildhall can help you create a real sense of moment for the most important events in your life. Our stunning Chamber can seat up to 100 guests and features a fine collection of Royal portraits, as well as two incredible gilt chandeliers, Photography by Abi Moore on permanent loan to us from HM The Queen. For a more intimate event, our smaller Ascot room can seat up to 15 guests. It features intricate stained glass windows and was the setting for the wedding of TRH The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall.
Whatever your needs, our team can create a bespoke package, so from your vows through to your flowers your day can be truly your own. Offering a personalised service from the moment of contact The Windsor Guildhall can help you create the style, design and ambience to complete a truly memorable experience. Photography by Gill the Photographer
Photography by www.jonnymp.com
The windsor guiLdhall Jordan Evans – Sales & Events Coordinator at Windsor Guildhall T: 01628 796284 Mobile: 07875 121529 W: windsor.gov.uk
The Royal Borough 17 The Runnymede on Thames A Romantic Riverside Setting
The Runnymede on Thames is an Accommodating up to 142 guests for a elegant riverside wedding venue Civil Ceremony and 250 for a Wedding that provides everything you need Breakfast, the two stunning suites are under one roof, with infinite dining flooded with natural daylight and are and entertainment options and a a blank canvas ready to be filled with dedicated Events team to ensure your choice of flowers and decor. The range of diverse wedding packages your big day runs like clockwork. will be sure to complement your vision The experienced team is on hand of your special day, from an exceptional every step of the way to make your three-course wedding breakfast to wedding day extra-special while ensuring a sizzling informal barbecue. that everything is tailored to suit your The party needn’t end when your individual needs. big day comes to a close. Your The riverside setting and beautiful wedding guests are invited to make surroundings provide a picture-perfect a weekend of it, with preferential rates backdrop for wedding photography while for overnight stays including access your guests relax and mingle. You could to an award-winning spa. even arrive by private boat, or take However you dream your special day your party on an unforgettable river to be, your friends and family will cruise before gathering for Champagne remember it for years to come at and canapés. The Runnymede on Thames.
The Runnymede on Thames Visit us at www.therunnymede.co.uk or call us on 01784 220 981 to speak to one of our experienced Wedding Planners.
18 Celebrate 2019 The Royal Berkshire
If you’re looking for understated elegance for your wedding, then Royal Berkshire on the outskirts of Ascot could be just for you. A Queen Anne country house, offering indoor and outdoor weddings, friendly service and relaxed comfort, all within 15 acres of charming grounds. What’s more, you can take over the whole property with exclusive use, to make Royal Berkshire your home for your entire wedding.
Our rooms suit both small intimate weddings and a larger family offer some delicious dining options from sandwiches to steaks affair, with a reception size of up to 200 guests and our key room, in FORK restaurant, through to traditional and sparkling afternoon The Berkshire Suite, leading out onto the terrace for outdoor tea in The Polo Bar. drinks and garden games. Alternatively you may want to take With a variety of packages and bespoke offerings to choose the ceremony outside for a ‘secret garden’ feel in the private from, our wedding manager will be there every step of the way. walled garden. From recommending suppliers, through to all the small details and We offer a total of 63 bedrooms for your guests to retire after all the the best photo spots around the grounds - we love the view to the celebrations, with a charming suite overlooking the gardens for the house from the garden’s peaceful fountain pond! newlyweds. For those that may want to arrive the night before, we
Royal Berkshire, an Exclusive Venue London Road, Sunninghill, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 0PP T: 01344 298032 E: [email protected]
The Royal Borough 19 Weddings with a Wow An elegant location for every Suites are able to be fully personalised occasion. One of the most ad transformed to suit any theme and impressive and flexible wedding preferred style of décor. venues in the South East. The contemporary On 5 Suite is located Set in 179 acres, with views over on the fifth floor of the Grandstand Berkshire and the Crown estate, Ascot and offers spectacular views over the Racecourse, a place made truly special track from the panoramic windows and totally unique. Renowned for its and balcony that span its length. hospitality, fine dining and sense of Situated opposite the Royal Box, the style, Ascot’s heritage and prestige sophisticated Parade Ring Suite has make it an inspirational setting for any beautiful interior finishes and a balcony occasion, especially a wedding. overlooking the Parade Ring itself.
Create the bespoke wedding of your The Furlong Suite is an ideal summer dreams with Ascot’s experienced venue (July-October) comprising a Events Team and specialist caterers, luxury trackside marquee with a large all of whom take pride in delivering private terrace. The Pavilion Suite outstanding and memorable is made up of three sections, which experiences, matched by exemplary may be used individually or together, service. Hosting up to 1,100 guests and and occupies its own standalone being able to host such large numbers building overlooking the beautiful Plaza ASCOT RACECOURSE Lawns and Bandstand. All offer natural makes Ascot a superb choice for Asian To discuss your wedding requirements or weddings. Ascot also works very closely daylight and views over elegant lawns, arrange a more detailed tour of our facilities with dedicated caterers to provide while the racecourse itself provides a please call 0344 346 3611 authentic dining for a range of cuisines. perfect location for stunning wedding or email [email protected] photography and filming. W: www.ascot.co.uk/wedding-venue
20 Celebrate 2019 Bateaux Windsor – Willow Room Celebrate on the water The river is the perfect backdrop for events of all types. Family gathering, party or corporate event: gliding along the Thames surrounded by Windsor’s iconic architecture makes an impression. On-board Willow Room you’ll sail through the celebrated Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead. Past Windsor Castle, the longest-occupied palace in Europe; Eton College, the alma mater of many British Prime Ministers; and Windsor Racecourse, where royal thoroughbreds charge to glory.
The clink of glasses. The low hum of conversation. Windsor’s glow dancing on the water as you slip into the night. Join us for lunch, afternoon tea or dinner sailing full of fine British food accompanied by a generous wine list.
BATEAUX WINDSOR Thames Side, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 1QN T: +44 (0)20 7695 1800 E: [email protected] W: www.bateauxlondon.com/windsor
Macdonald Berystede Hotel
Make your dream a reality Combine the ambience of a luxurious rural retreat, with the sensual pleasures of an indulgent spa and you have our Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa, a beautiful wedding venue all year round. Licensed for civil ceremonies and wedding receptions
Wedding suite for up to 250 guests
126 luxury bedrooms
Tranquil onsite spa, perfect for pre-wedding pampering
Contact our dedicated special events team on 0344 8799104 or email [email protected] to book your show round.
Macdonald Berystede Hotel Bagshot Road, Sunninghill, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 9JH T: 0344 8799104 W: www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk
The Royal Borough 21 Fredrick’s Hotel
Fredrick’s Hotel, Restaurant & Spa is a perfect Berkshire wedding venue. With a number of rooms that are licensed for civil ceremonies, you have flexibility to suit your specific needs and requirements – you can even get married outside under our gazebo! Fredrick’s is lucky to have the beautiful Sculpture Gardens, which is a rare find when located so close to the M4, M40, M25 and Heathrow. You can enjoy drinks on the terrace, games on the lawn and even sneak off for some time alone as newlyweds in the quiet gardens round by the spa.
A “Classic” wedding starts from £59 per person. For Exclusive Use of the whole hotel, prices usually start from £8,999, however if you are planning a short lead Whirlwind Wedding then we have designed an extra special Exclusive Use offer from as little as £7,999 for 60 guests.
Fredrick’s hotel
T: 01628 581000 E: [email protected] W: www.fredricks-hotel.co.uk/weddings
French Brothers
French Brothers have a fleet They offer full facilities for of twelve luxury boats, to wedding blessings, wedding include two genuine steam receptions, transfers to riverside vessels available to hire on locations or hen parties. the Royal River Thames at They have a selection of private Windsor, Runnymede and hire options and packages that Maidenhead. can be tailored to meet your own personal requirements. They offer a unique experience to ensure your special day is For full details please email or definitely one to remember. call the wedding co-ordinator Hosting your wedding reception who will be happy to help. on board has never been easier.
French Brothers LtD The Clewer Boathouse, Clewer Court Road, Windsor, Berks, SL4 5JH T: 01753 827346 E: [email protected] W: www.frenchbrothers.co.uk
22 Celebrate 2019 Photography by Abi Moore
Abi Moore is an “The photos are beautiful. You truly award-winning wedding captured the day and we can’t photographer whose natural wait to pick our favourites (which story-telling approach may prove difficult as there are so will capture the memories many!). Your relaxed and natural of your special day. style was exactly what we wanted and we couldn’t be happier with You’ll be able to relax and enjoy the choice we made.” your day while Abi photographs Jess & Adam the joy, the laughter and the emotions, as well as creating some “An amazing photographer who beautiful portraits. captures the emotions and the story of your day.” All wedding photography Victoria & Matthew collections include downloadable digital images as well as a beautiful “Beautiful, unique album to tell the story of your day. moments captured.” Charlotte & Patrick
Photography by Abi Moore T: 07968 620 835 E: [email protected] W: photographybyabimoore.com
Sir Christopher Wren Hotel & Spa
Located right on the edge of You can host a Champagne the iconic river Thames, tucked reception outdoors on the off a charming cobbled street terrace, and a scrumptious under the ramparts of Windsor wedding breakfast in a stunning Castle, Sir Christopher Wren mood-lit room. Hotel & Spa offers the perfect Brides can relax and indulge with location in Royal Windsor. a facial or massage in the Wren’s Club spa or arrange a beauty Combined with four-star bedrooms, therapist on the morning of the contemporary design and award big day. winning cuisine, this unique venue gets the details right. A dedicated Wedding Coordinator will be with you every step of the Three atmospheric suites can way, and can help assist with host civil ceremonies for up to the finer details including menus, 90 guests, and receptions for up seating plans and personalised to 110. You can also choose an place cards. open air ceremony on the beautiful riverside terrace.
Sir Christopher Wren Hotel & Spa Thames Street, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 1PX. T: 01753 257860 E: [email protected] W: www.sirchristopherwren.co.uk
The Royal Borough 23 Taplow House Hotel
With a stunning country house exterior and a beautifully decorated interior, Taplow House is the perfect venue for your special celebration or event.
From birthdays to family We offer many different catering gatherings, from wedding options for your function; from ceremonies to receptions, we barbecues and hog roasts in the cater for them all. summer, to a private restaurant and bar on the premises. Tailor With beautiful interiors, high the menu to your tastes and ceilings, large garden facing ensure the perfect meal for windows and periodic features, your day. all our function rooms are full of charm and character. However you want out of your big day, our team of Situated in Maidenhead, wedding specialists and event Buckinghamshire, we truly believe coordinators are on hand to Taplow House Hotel is the ideal make sure your dreams wedding venue, no matter how become a reality. big or small your congregation.
TAPLOW HOUSE Hotel
Berry Hill, Taplow, Buckinghamshire, SL6 0DA T: 01628 594972 E: [email protected] W: www.taplowhouse.com
Maria Ashby-Giles Photography Berkshire’s Big Red Bus Co.
I offer a bespoke wedding photography service and specialise in a contemporary yet classic style. Clients compliment me on my personable, relaxed manner and my unobtrusive approach. Get the fun started even before you say “I do” by delivering your guests to the ceremony in a big, red, double decker, I have 20 years- experience photographing weddings in most of the heritage Routemaster bus. wedding venues in the Royal Borough. I will work closely with you before the event to ensure I understand your exact requirements. Over This icon of Great British style looks fab in your photos the years I have found that good client communication is crucial to and everyone loves the memorable ride to the reception. making the best possible photographic memories of your special day. All aboard!
Maria Ashby-Giles Berkshire’s Big Red Bus Company Limited Photographer 35 Rosedale Crescent, Earley, Reading, Berkshire. RG6 1AS T: 01628 789476 M: 07941 188892 T: 0118 952 6941 M: 07577 431084 W: www.ashbygilesphotography.co.uk E: [email protected] W: www.bigredbus.company
24 Celebrate 2019 Goose & Berry | Food & Events Goose & Berry is a luxury, boutique catering and events company who combine local, seasonal produce with fabulous taste, a wealth of experience and impeccable execution perfect for your event, however large or small.
We are brimming with creative solutions to impress your guests or clients, we love bringing our unique style to businesses, venues and private residences in both the Home counties and London.
The Harte & Garter Weddings at The Harte and Garter Hotel are incredible. Located directly opposite Windsor Castle, we can cater for up to 50 guests in our Lancaster Suite and a maximum of 150 guests in our exquisite Ballroom. Your day will be tailored to you and our team will be with you at every step!
THE HARTE & GARTER Goose & berry Call Marie on 0330 390 0494 or email T: 01628 298080 E: [email protected] [email protected] for details W: www.gooseandberry.co.uk and prepare to fall in love!
Jolliffes Photogica Photography
Jolliffes is a family run business that has served the local community for over 45 years, originally based in Marlow we pride ourselves on high quality service and reliability second to none
All our garments are of the highest quality and at competitive prices. We cater for children from age 2, up to a 62” chest, with a comprehensive range of accessories and new up to date lines being added seasonally. Our stock is held on site and not Photogica is owned and run by Master Photographer ordered in from third parties, therefore immediate hire or sale is a Maria Scavetta LMPA LBIPP LRPS, whose relaxed and speciality. If your needs are more specific, we are renowned for capable manner ensures every client feels at ease. sourcing and fulfilling your requirements wherever possible. Jolliffes hold most suits in house, new and ex hire for sale and provide a Maria treats every wedding with a 5* award winning, bespoke free tailoring service to ensure the perfect fit. photography service tailored to the clients requirements.
JOLLIFFES Photogica photography The Forge, Wycombe Lane, Wooburn Green, T: 07949 956439 High Wycombe, Bucks HP10 0HD, T: 01628 475757 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.jolliffes.co.uk W: www.photogica.com
The Royal Borough 25 Hurley House Hotel
An award-winning boutique hotel with 10 exquisitely decorated en-suite bedrooms, an elegant fine-dining restaurant, a private dining room, a rustic bar, beautifully-appointed terraces and spectacular Garden Pavilion. Our venue is perfect for weddings and special events for up to 180 guests and is available for exclusive hire. Hurley House Hotel is a fully licensed wedding venue and can play host to your main event, cater for your wedding reception, host your delectable wedding breakfast and sleep up to 20 of your guests. So, whether you take the whole house, hire a room or host your big day in our Garden Pavilion, we relish the opportunity to design your wedding just as you have always imagined it to be.
Having won the Condé Nast Johansen’s HURLEY HOUSE HOTEL awards for excellence 2019, for the “Best Small and Exclusive Property Henley Road, Hurley, Berkshire, SL6 5LH in the UK and Ireland’, you can rest T: 01628 568 500 E: assured you are in good hands. [email protected] W: www.hurleyhouse.co.uk
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