https://theidealvenue.com en-us “The loveliest spot that man hath ever found…” Escape to the Lake District – a UNESCO World Heritage site – and you’ll find it’s easy to share William Wordsworth’s delight at the area. The vale of Grasmere, right in the heart of the Lake District, is surrounded by magnificent mountains and the shimmering waters of Grasmere lake. From the hosts of golden daffodils in spring to the snow-capped stillness of winter, it’s truly magical at any time of year. The Wordsworth Hotel, nestled within this picturesque village, is no less of a jewel. The Earl of Cadogan’s former shooting lodge, transformed into a country house hotel, is set within beautiful grounds and offers the finest cuisine and spa pampering. http://www.thewordsworthhotel.co.uk Mon, 18 Dec 2017 11:12:58 GMT https://theidealvenue.com/united-kingdom/england/cumbria/the-wordsworth-hotel-and-spa-675.html 54.4579602 -3.0242184 Built in the 17th Century and currently in the process of being restored to its former glory, Kirklinton Hall sits on a 12 acre site that features a beautiful part-walled garden. Also in this stunning garden is an orchard, nuttery, quince grove, Japanese Garden, bog garden, duck pond and palace, pigs, a yurt, a gypsy caravan and a campsite. A scented rose maze and rose terraces surround the great hall and the herb garden is utilised by the resident herbalist for traditional herbal cures. Take a walk through the woods past the dragons to the Faerie Glen following the path down the side of the beck and the cascades of water. Relax at The Captain’s Seat, where you can sit and enjoy the tranquillity of nature and see the rock carving of the Faerie Princess’s face. Once done, come back to the café for lunch made using the garden produce or a slice of cake with tea and coffee, beer or wine. Pick a trug full of produce from the garden or buy some of the plants we’ve grown to take back to your garden. Suitable for Weddings, Events, Photo shoots, Film Making. (If you contact Kirklinton Hall & Gardens directly please let them know you found them on TheIdealVenue.com) http://www.kirklintonhall.co.uk Wed, 13 Dec 2017 15:05:02 GMT https://theidealvenue.com/united-kingdom/england/cumbria/kirklinton-hall-gardens-650.html 54.9965227 -2.8874713 Nestled on the shores of Rydal Water, Cote How is The Perfect Wedding Location. Set in the heart of the English Lake District – now a UNESCO World Heritage Site - Cote How sits at the head of the Rydal Valley. Its traditional Lakeland features reflect the rich palette and rugged beauty of the landscape of which it is part. A warm and welcoming home for generations, Cote How combines its unique Lakeland farming heritage with a style and grace brought by Caroline’s flair for design and attention to detail. Blue-grey slate terraces open onto croquet lawned private gardens, fronting this fine Lakeland house. Traditional barn buildings are built into the bedrock, literally making the building a part of the mountains which surround it. This idyllic location offers a stunning backdrop for your cherished photographs and is one of only a handful of Lakeland venues with direct access to the lakeside, riverside and woodland in this world class location! A unique venue, with a secluded though panoramic view, Cote How specialises in the smaller more intimate weddings from just the two of you up to 70 guests. Elopements, small family weddings, or rustic barn gatherings, we have many licensed rooms, and a wedding barn where you can get married indoors or out with the mountains as your witness. Check out our website for more information and fill out our enquiry form to download our current wedding brochure. Call Caroline if you would like to chat through your wedding ideas and book a show around appointment to view the venue. http://www.cotehow.co.uk Thu, 09 Nov 2017 12:31:03 GMT https://theidealvenue.com/united-kingdom/england/cumbria/cote-how-lakeland-weddings-556.html 54.446796 -2.981189 Irton Hall is a historic and handsome manor house in the heart of the western Lake District. Over the centuries, Irton Hall has greeted many distinguished guests, including King Henry VI – and the same regal welcome extends to today’s guests. Weddings Whether large or small, a major occasion or an intimate affair, Irton Hall provides the perfect backdrop for a wonderful wedding. Fully licensed for civil ceremonies, Irton Hall can accommodate all your wedding needs, with a choice of reception and dining rooms, beautiful gardens for wedding photos - plus a professional wedding-planning service that will look after all the details, from table decorations to menus, from accommodation to transportation. Business meetings and conferences With a wide range of rooms, break-out areas and meeting facilities to choose from, Irton Hall is ideal for business events of any size - from major hosted conferences to small and intimate business gatherings away from the office. We’ll ensure you have all the equipment and facilities you need, we can arrange formal meals and informal catering - and we’ll attend to all the essentials required to make your business occasion an outstanding success. Social functions If you’re planning a ball or reception, a family party or a charitable fund-raiser, Irton Hall is your perfect venue. We can look after all your requirements, whether it’s a relaxed buffet or a sit-down dinner, drinks and canapés or a grand evening of entertainment and ceremony. http://irtonhall.co.uk Thu, 05 Oct 2017 16:16:09 GMT https://theidealvenue.com/united-kingdom/england/cumbria/irton-hall-442.html 54.3927276 -3.3801305 A memorable wedding starts with a memorable location... With magnificent views to the Coniston mountains above and Coniston Water in the valley below, The Coppermines Mountain Cottages are our unique and exclusive venue, perfect for a wedding or celebration and are licensed for civil ceremonies. Set amongst bubbling becks, waterfalls and rugged crags, the valley unfolds before your eyes as you look out of the front door. Look left and you will be graced with the rolling Yewdale crags and to the right, The Old Man of Coniston rising 2000ft into the Lakeland skyline. Restored from the original Victorian sawmill, the venue features four warm and welcoming cottages which interlink to form one large house, sleeping up to 22 people. There’s four reception rooms, 10 en-suite bedrooms and even four outdoor hot tubs for your private use. There is also a smaller cottage 500 yards away which would be the ideal cosy hideaway for you and your partner once the celebrations have ceased. There is also a large level area lying alongside the cottages which can accommodate various sizes of marquee or tipi can be accessed directly from our reception rooms. A wedding marquee at The Coppermines has a fantastic atmosphere and is a wonderful place to celebrate, dine and dance the night away. The largest marquee that can be sited can seat around 250 people for a wedding breakfast and host up to 300 people ‘buffet style’ for an evening reception. From your arrival the venue is exclusively yours and you have the freedom to decide how you wish your celebration to unfold. There are just a few rules we ask you to follow but there are no set timetables and your occasion can be as unique as desired. We can guarantee that no two weddings held at The Coppermines are ever the same. * Finalist 'Wedding Venue of the Year' 2017 Cumbria Tourism Awards! * Situated in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site https://www.coppermines.co.uk/cottages/our-mountain-venue Thu, 05 Oct 2017 14:40:59 GMT https://theidealvenue.com/united-kingdom/england/cumbria/the-coppermines-mountain-wedding-venue-420.html 54.3688999 -3.076309