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"Some came to soak up the grandeur and exclusivity of Bickleigh Castle, and others for its warmth and intimacy. Whatever the reason, each guest was guaranteed the most perfect Devon wedding venue in all the land!"
Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Bickleigh Castle: wander around the enchanting Castle grounds, listen to the gentle flow of the river Exe and take in the stunning surroundings.
With the River Exe flowing through the estate, outdoor civil wedding ceremonies are much sought after, with amazing countryside views and the most picturesque, tranquil and peaceful setting. Perfect for your spring or summer outdoor wedding ceremony.
Surrounded by the beautiful countryside & situated next to the River Exe. Bickleigh Castle can ensure your outdoor wedding goes to plan. Just imagine saying your wedding vows with the sound of the river running by, robins singing in the trees and the trees quietly rustling in the wind. Plus - with different options in place in case of a British downpour, they will evaluate the weather the Friday before the wedding and set up The Great Hall as a backup plan if they think there may be a chance of rain.
After the ceremony, you can move to the versatile Wedding Breakfast Room for your reception, where you can dine in five-star style with friends and family.
The views at this exclusive use venue are second to none: the licensed outdoor gazebo overlooks both the surrounding coastline and rolling hills of Exmoor. Imagine taking your vows backlit by the sunshine glinting off the sea, while your guests soak up the panorama of wide open water views. Taking its enviable cliff-side position one step further, couples and their guests can even take advantage of a glass-wrapped platform that juts four metres out from the cliffs.
Sandy Cove Hotel boasts 37 contemporary and luxe rooms, and you can choose to hire the entire hotel exclusively. With luxuries ranging from rainforest showers to private balconies and expansive bathtubs, each room is designed with your guests' comfort in mind - not to mention the benefit of those idyllic views from much of the accommodation.
Discover a dreamily romantic venue high on the cliffs of North Devon
Situated high on the cliffs of North Devon, Ocean Kave is set amidst extraordinarily beautiful private grounds offering far-reaching views across the Atlantic Ocean. Immersed in natural beauty, the venue is home to many retired thoroughbred racehorses, while roe deer, rabbits and foxes can also be spotted in the lush surrounds. After years of experience as an award-winning wedding venue, the team is now specialising exclusively in elopement and ceremony-only weddings.
Hollie Nicole Photography
One of the key draws of an elopement wedding is, of course, its stress-free nature and Ocean Kave’s elopement package means you can relax and look forward to a dreamy coastal wedding with a minimal to-do list. The enticing elopement package includes two nights’ accommodation in a luxury on-site cottage (complete with a Parisian deluxe bed, supersize whirlpool bath and private garden), a beautifully styled ceremony in either the atmospheric Kave or al fresco overlooking the rolling Atlantic, the support of the events team on the day and a photographer to capture your ceremony. A breakfast hamper, celebratory toast drink, canapés and catering for the newlyweds is also included. Choose from a three-course private dining experience for two in your cottage, a picnic hamper served in the candlelit Kave or a banquet, barbecue or picnic for up to six guests.
Hollie Nicole Photography
Brad Wakefield Photography
The dog-friendly venue also offers a ceremony-only package for couples who envision a spectacular seaside ceremony with up to 60 guests in attendance before continuing the celebrations at an alternative venue. As well as hire of the Kave and grounds and the support of the events team, optional extras such as drinks, canapés and lawn games are available.
Irresistibly romantic, Ocean Kave offers a sublime blend of seclusion, breathtaking scenery and luxe comforts for couples dreaming of stealing away to the sea to say “I do”.
MORETON HOUSE
The North Devon venue has launched its KISS package for smaller celebrations
A Georgian stately home on the outskirts of Bideford and just a short drive from the breathtaking north coast, Moreton House offers elegance and romance in abundance. With its range of impressive yet homely spaces and luxurious on-site accommodation, the venue is most often associated with weekend-long and exclusive use weddings for up to 100 guests – but the launch of an exciting new package offers a budget-friendly option for couples envisioning a smaller celebration in this stellar spot.
Maria Broome Photography
The KISS (Keep It Sweet and Simple) package includes day hire starting from less than £1000 for weekdays and £1200 for weekends for elopements or intimate celebrations of up to 40 people. Ceremonies may take place beneath the columned portico or in the panelled entrance hall, which seats up to 38 guests, before drinks, canapés and the formal stately home backdrop for photographs. For those seeking something more laid-back, the secret garden offers a more bohemian, back-to-nature setting for ceremonies where a gazebo and fire circle is hidden within an ancient rhododendron stand.
Maria Broome Photography
“This package allows you to achieve the big fancy wedding look without the price tag, then continue your celebrations elsewhere at your favourite party spot, whether that’s your local pub, favourite restaurant or local village hall,” explains owner, Helen Phillips. “If you want to go large for the evening, we have collaborated with our neighbours at The Big Sheep to offer their theme park facilities for a festival style evening party for up to 300 guests.” From Regency romance to boho vibes, this brilliantly versatile venue offers a beautiful setting to live out your wedding dreams.
Freeformimages Photography
Special Day Wedding Photos (Main image)
BATTLEFORD FARM
The rural Devon venue has launched a new elopement package
If the idyllic South Devon Hills sounds like your perfect wedding day backdrop, then Battleford Farm is the picturesque place to be. Comprising a rustic wedding barn set amidst acres of rolling meadows near Totnes, the venue allows couples carte blanche to design the day of their dreams. What’s more, the venue’s green credentials include sourcing power from solar panels and water from its own borehole, perfect for couples seeking a close-to-nature wedding with minimal impact on the planet.
Available from May to September, the venue is already popular with couples planning a summer celebration complete with exclusive use of the venue’s three-acre field and wedding barn, a fully staffed bar and guest camping. For couples dreaming of a just-for-two celebration or an event with up to six guests present, the venue now offers an elopement wedding package, which is available on Saturdays or Tuesdays from May to September.
Jake Janes Photography
Imagine marrying amongst ancient oak trees to the soundtrack of birdsong, alongside a babbling brook or inside the charm-filled rustic barn as you lose yourselves in a wild romance. The package includes exclusive use of the venue, on-the-day coordination, celebratory fizz, a bouquet and buttonhole by Ipplepetals, a lit and stocked firepit for loved-up moments as night falls and the use of the luxury bridal bell tent – complete with a breakfast hamper. A wedding feast, sharing platters or barbecue can also be arranged after your ceremony. Couples can plan as much or as little as they like with the help of the welcoming team and their network of local suppliers, allowing for a totally bespoke and beautifully unforgettable celebration.
Claire Rivers Photography
battlefordfarm.com
Header image Jake Janes Photography
HARESTON MANOR
Picture-perfect doesn’t quite cover it. Nestled amidst sprawling countryside in Devon’s South Hams, Hareston Manor is an enchanting Jacobean manor house surrounded by wooded hills and wildflowers.
Exclusive and bespoke are the keynotes of weddings here and, from English country garden soirées to festival-chic weddings under canvas, the venue hosts custom-made events of the most unforgettable variety. Now opening its doors for winter elopements, the historic house and gardens are set to make a magical backdrop for just-for-two celebrations.
You might choose to tie the knot amidst the flicker of candlelight in St Martin’s Chapel, a stirringly romantic setting dating back to 1379. Ceremonies may also take place at the entrance of the manor house or a private spot in the grounds, with its manicured gardens, sweeping avenues of trees and open spaces with far-reaching country views. As is the beauty of an elopement wedding, the rest of the day may pan out however you wish, and you might choose to extend your sojourn in this scenic spot with a stay in the 15th century South Wing apartment or a luxury glamping pod in the surrounding woodland.
With sustainability at the fore of Hareston Manor’s ethos, you can look forward to a wedding rich in romance, history and natural beauty in the depths of winter.
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