https://theidealvenue.com en-us Haynes Motor Museum offers a unique and versatile venue for both corporate and private events in Somerset. Conveniently located off the A303 in Sparkford, we provide six adaptable function suites, accommodating up to 300 guests within a stunning museum setting. With a range of packages, we are the ideal venue for AGMs, conferences award dinners, product launches, team-building days and Christmas parties. Our spaces include a larger and versatile suite, a flexible meeting room, a relaxed meeting area, a spacious exhibition hall, and outdoor areas like the Paddock and Astro field. For a truly memorable experience, both the Red Room and the Williams F1 exhibition spaces are also available to book. All our event spaces are fully accessible, with ample parking and dedicated disabled spaces near the main entrance. Each of our event areas provides full disabled access. As the South West’s only venue combining excellent conference facilities with access to the UK’s largest car collection, we offer an unparalleled experience. By booking with us, you also support motoring heritage, with all profits benefiting the Museum charity. To book your event, call 01963 407038 or email venue@haynesmuseum.org. https://www.haynesmuseum.org Tue, 22 Oct 2024 13:35:17 GMT https://theidealvenue.com/united-kingdom/england/somerset/haynes-motor-museum-1207.html Hidden and tucked away ... The Manor Somerset Country Estate is a private 5* Country Estate located in a stunning location on the Somerset/Devon border consisting of a Grade II* listed manor house, two beautiful Grade II listed barns and set within 12 acres of beautifully kept gardens at the foot of the Blackdown Hills. The Manor Somerset Country Estate specialises in all events and family stays. Please contact us for more information on what we can offer the discerning client. (If you contact The Manor Somerset Country Estate directly please let them know you found them on TheIdealVenue.com) http://www.themanorsomerset.co.uk Sun, 14 Oct 2018 13:55:19 GMT https://theidealvenue.com/united-kingdom/england/somerset/the-manor-somerset-country-estate-810.html A wedding at the Grand Pier is anything but ordinary... Standing proudly amongst the waves a quarter of a mile out to sea, the Grand Pier is home to a fun, vibrant and colourful indoor theme park with over 500 amusements and 13 thrilling rides. It's wonderfully British, right on the beach in Weston-super-Mare, and has super-duper views out to sea from every room. Plus, it’s almost guaranteed to be utterly different to anything any of your guests would have experienced before. If you’ve visited the Grand Pier, you may be fooled into believing you’ve seen everything there is to offer, but there are some amazing spaces tucked away from the view of our day visitors, including the impressive Regency Suite with its own private balcony and panoramic views, as well as an exclusive use bar and space for up to 300 guests. The Tiffany Room is also available for wedding ceremonies and receptions for up to 150 guests and is located at the furthest point out to sea with the best views in town (if not the whole of the South West!) We also have a wedding preparation room for any last-minute finishing touches, outfit changes or just somewhere for a little breather. When it comes to food, there are so many options to choose from; you can treat your guests to seaside classics such as locally-sourced fish and chips, whippy ice creams and candyfloss on sticks, enjoy a deliciously indulgent afternoon tea with your choice of sweet and savoury treats, or you have the opportunity to create your own menus with your favourite dishes prepared by our super-star chefs. Our dedicated and seriously talented wedding team can help to plan and organise your big day with you, and our packages are designed to ensure we have something for everyone’s tastes and budgets. But, most importantly of all, we are super-flexible, so if you have an idea, however quirky it may seem, we do all we can to make your dream a reality! Sprinkle some seaside magic on your wedding day and say ‘I do’ with a day filled with fun, love and laughter (and maybe a few screams!) whilst giving your guests a day to remember. Fun, quirky and unique seaside wedding venue, located one quarter of a mile out to sea Theme park and amusement arcades (exclusive use available on request) Beautiful, hidden-away ceremony and reception rooms for up to 300 guests Right on the beach with the most amazing, panoramic views Vibrant, colourful and fun photo opportunities Endless options and flexibility, with something for all budgets. https://www.grandpierweddings.co.uk/ Fri, 15 Dec 2017 12:11:34 GMT https://theidealvenue.com/united-kingdom/england/somerset/grand-pier-672.html 51.3412031 -2.9817197 Surrounded by a picturesque moat and accessed over its magnificent medieval drawbridge, this 13th-century Bishop's Palace is a historic, magical, and romantic location for truly enchanting wedding receptions. The Bishop’s Palace has played host to lavish hospitality for over 800 years. This truly unique venue offers you access to a medieval vaulted Undercroft, the Palace Long Gallery, outdoor terrace and acres of stunning gardens to stroll across in the evening and which are perfect as a breath-taking backdrop to those all-important photographs to mark your special day. Be a King and Queen for the day and exclusively hire the Palace and gardens - it’s just like having your own stately home! Princes and Princesses hire the Palace for the day and enjoy the attention they receive from our garden visitors. Dukes and Duchesses and Lords and Ladies enjoy evening parties, lunches or canapés and drinks and have their photographs taken in the beautiful gardens. We have put together a choice of hire packages so you can tailor your day to suit you and your guests. Please get in touch with us for a brochure to inspire you, and then talk to us about your requirements; we can provide a quote for you - prices start from £2500. To help you plan your day we’ve also put together a list of wedding professionals who we think can add a little extra sparkle. All of them have worked with us before and have been hand picked by us because we love what they do - do get in touch to find out more. We have also have a special all-inclusive Winter Wedding package for 2017 and 2018 for only £6500 - contact us to find out more. Don’t forget, we’re here before and after your wedding day so if you like the idea of a pre-wedding dinner or BBQ in the gardens, photo sessions or Sunday lunch the day after in The Bishop’s Table then let us know and we can help you arrange that too. From helping to organise timings, decorations and menu taste-testing, to preparing the rooms and setting up your tables on the day, The Bishop's Palace's dedicated wedding planner will ensure the coordination of your event is as smooth as possible, leaving you to relax and look forward to the exciting day ahead! (If you contact The Bishop's Palace And Gardens directly please let them know you found them on TheIdealVenue.com) https://bishopspalace.org.uk/venue/weddings Thu, 14 Dec 2017 11:43:14 GMT https://theidealvenue.com/united-kingdom/england/somerset/the-bishops-palace-and-gardens-667.html 51.2090385 -2.6426169 Experience Bath’s elegant independently owned Abbey Hotel, situated in the heart of the UK’s favourite spa-break destination, with unforgettable views that extend out over the enchanting sights of the historic city centre. Owners Ian and Christa Taylor invite you to enjoy a memorable stay at the hotel, formed of three connected Georgian townhouses with art at the heart of their colourful and stylish contemporary décor. Treat yourself to some culinary indulgence in the ambient Allium, with its rich pink walls, rustic gold drapes and a vibrant art collection. Allium’s head chef, Rupert Taylor, has 20 years’ experience, with an impressive culinary career rooted in Bath, and a Michelin background. Rupert has developed a distinctive style with a focus on simple food with brilliant flavours, using quality local and seasonal ingredients. Our wine list has been very carefully crafted to offer a wide selection of wines that suit the menu but also offer the opportunity to discover little known gems which are rarely seen on other restaurant lists outside London. The hotel’s ArtBar extends a warm welcome to all guests, with a wide selection of bespoke flavours and timeless favourites. A talented team of mixologists are on hand to deliver a time-tested drinks menu of cocktails, coffees and bar bites, perfect for some early-evening temptation. Every year, between April and September, the team at the Abbey Hotel transform part of Bath’s North Parade into a fabulous outdoor terrace complete with Mediterranean olive trees, vibrant wildflowers, comfy armchairs, heat lamps and flickering candles, all set against the backdrop of buttery Georgian stone. One of Bath’s best-kept secrets lies just beneath the bustling North Parade promenade. Igloo, the hotel’s stylish vaulted venue, offers a uniquely ambient space by day or night with private booth seating, a lavish bar, a dance floor and a calendar of excellent live music. Originally an air-raid shelter, Igloo’s intimate setting can be adapted to a range of requirements, from fireside meetings and office parties to private dinners. The Abbey Hotel makes an elegant setting for events, with dedicated rooms for special occasions, meetings and functions, so whether you’re closing a deal or celebrating with a loved one, there’s a perfect space waiting. After the activities of the day are done, modern, peaceful and cosy bedrooms await you with luxury cashmere beds that are anything but ordinary. Our little extras go a long way, with guest service iPads, REN luxury amenities and super-fast free WIFI to keep you connected as you plan your next adventure. Families can keep young travellers happy with a spacious bespoke family room, nestled in the Georgian rooftops. Hotel owner Ian Taylor says: "We are keen to welcome people not just as transient guests but as friends, we genuinely want people to enjoy their stay in the city and have the best possible experience of the Abbey Hotel.” (If you contact the venue directly please let them know you found them on TheIdealVenue.com) http://abbeyhotelbath.co.uk/ Wed, 08 Nov 2017 16:10:13 GMT https://theidealvenue.com/united-kingdom/england/somerset/abbey-hotel-550.html 51.3806447 -2.3577264