Weddings at Whitminster House
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WHITMINSTER HOUSE
is listed Grade II*, and is an interesting example of a building that has evolved down the ages.The Manor dates from Saxon times and is mentioned in Domesday Book. It was confiscated by Maud, wife of William the Conqueror, from one Britric, and subsequently owned by the Earls of Hereford and later by Henry V as part of the Duchy of Lancaster.
In 1288 it was a `Manor House` described as 'the Lord's Court'; and described in 1336 again as a 'Chief House' with a courtyard. In 1347 the Earl of Hereford asked the King's permission to fortify it.
In 1721 Whitminster House was bought by the Cambridge family. Their son, Richard Owen Cambridge, made all the 18th C alterations to the House.
The TEESDALEs (in whose ancestry Maud is listed) `bought back` WHITMINSTER HOUSE in 1882 - made the Victorian additions, and live here to the present day.
WEDDING RECEPTIONS booked here are able to celebrate over the full WEEKEND - with family and friends staying in our self-catering holiday cottages.
We are told by all our Brides and Grooms that the day of their Wedding races past in such an adrenalin whirr they are grateful to have an opportunity the next day to be able to see and talk again with everyone over a Brunch or BBQ - and extend the celebration of their WEDDING in such a memorable way.
We can provide a list for additional accommodations near if required.
We particularly recommend either of two excellent PHOTOGRAPHERS who know our venue so well and all the best photo opportunities here etc. See their individual styles & websites: www.vividphotography.co.uk &/or www.vaughanives.co.uk - both have been described by previous clients as hugely helpful, easy to get along with, doing the job sensitively & discreetly & very professionally, to produce stunningly beautiful photographs for your Album with a mix of the requested formal and many lively informal groups for a true atmosphere of your lovely day.
WEDDING Receptions - a choice of OPTIONS - (all quotes ex. VAT)
We act as Co-ordinator for all Options to ensure the smooth running of your special day - therefore all arrangements once you have agreed in detail with the supplier need to be confirmed & booked only through our Whitminster House offices. Ample parking is provided with both options.
- OPTION 1: - The GOLD option venue charge @ £3,000 + VAT and includes the use of the main HOUSE lawns on which to site your choice of hired Marquee - to use over the full WEEKEND - and reasonable use of the Manor House Reception rooms on the Day of your Wedding for the first party of your Reception.
- OPTION 2: - Has now become our popular SILVER option @ £1,500 venue charge + VAT and the costs of the Marquee / Catering / Accommodation / Photographer / Florist / Dresses / Hair / Beauty treatments etc. as you choose, and might need also to hire in a pair or two of port-a-loos. We have two outside loos here permanently, but these might not be enough, depending on your numbers.
For Weddings Receptions here, our recommended Marquee suppliers also provide a variety of options for chairs, tables, lightings, coloured linings, starlight dance floor ceiling, dance floor, quiet power generator, floorings and covered way into the Marquee if required. And our recommended Caterers can provide all necessary napery, glasses, cutlery, china, cake stand with knife and table, & a separate bar if required, their own ovens and all equipment they need; we supply them with water (no charge).
Either of these two Wedding Reception venues are for the full weekend or week, with whichever accommodations as required.
For Wedding Receptions here you do need at least to book our accommodations in the West Wing & Stables & probably also the Lodge Cottage for the complete privacy of your special occasion. (rates for these can be sent to you by separate e-mail when we know your preferred dates, or are available to view on our website for whichever time of year you require).
OTHER short duration day time FUNCTIONS:
BIRTHDAY / ANNIVERSARY / GARDEN & COCKTAIL PARTIES / CONCERTS & ACTIVITY or BONDING meetings for BUSINESS GROUPS etc. can be combined with some use of the House & a simple Marquee on the lawns - for flexibility to your requirements, and Catering can be arranged.
Venue Day Charges from £1,000 - £1,500 separately negotiated depending on numbers, duration of the event, time of year / season etc., and may also hire a Marquee if required
see our Reception Contract Conditions, Links and Information pages for some options.
For Church Weddings we put you in touch direct with the Rector - who tries to be as encouraging as possible within the `qualifying connections` of the present Church rulings - you would most likely be regarded as temporary residents here - all else being within the rulings - he will explain.
Click on the thumbnail entitled 'Clare & John' via this link http://www.vividphotography.co.uk/wedding-proofs.html to see more photos of the above Wedding at Whitminster House and Church