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From coastal castle and fortresses, Palladian Houses, iconic landmarks and evocative ruined abbeys,
English Heritage has a wealth of unique and stylish locations throughout England for your special occasion or event.
Set on the Cornish coast, this historic and atmospheric castle is the perfect venue for a fairytale wedding ceremony or a stylish reception. With panoramic views out to sea, you are certain to enjoy a day to remember. Your ceremony can take place inside the Tudor Castle Keep where tapestries, flowers and candlelight decorate the solid granite walls.
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This fairytale 17th century castle is a stunning location for a wedding. Commanding a spectacular hilltop setting with views across the Vale of Scarsdale, Bolsover Castle offers a choice of four rooms licensed for civil ceremonies. Two are inside the Little Castle, built by Sir Charles Cavendish in 1612. With its high walls, towers and turrets this picturebook building is like a medieval castle in miniature. A stone staircase leads to its stunning Jacobean interiors. At its heart lies the Star Chamber where couples can exchange their vows witnessed by up to 50 guests.
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Set within tranquil moated gardens, Eltham Palace boasts a unique mix of medieval and art deco styles, making it one of London's most unusual and exceptional venues.
Its elegant interiors offer a versatile combination for a range of events - from exclusive civil wedding ceremonies and grand receptions, to intimate dinners and large scale events. With an outstanding tradition of first class hospitality, this enviable location will make your event truly memorable.
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Situated in North London on the Northern heights of beautiful Hampstead Heath, Kenwood House is a superb Georgian villa with a world class art collection. Kenwood House is internationally renowned for the collection of paintings bequeathed to the nation in 1927 by Edward Cecil Guiness, 1st Earl of Iveagh.
Among the world-famous works are Portrait of an Artist by Rembrandt, The Guitar Player by Vermeer and Mary, Countess Howe by Gainsborough, together with exquisite paintings by Hals, Van Dyck, Reynolds, Turner and many others.
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St Mawes Castle offers a unique location for special events with a real sense of historic occasion. This pretty Tudor castle is perfect for intimate wedding ceremonies followed by dinner in the atmospheric Castle Keep.
For larger parties dining can take place in a marquee making the most of the unsurpassed sea views and picturesque tiered gardens. By night, floodlighting provides an equally breathtaking vista.
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Old Wardour Castle sits dramatically as the centrepiece to a beautiful and romantic landscape besides a secluded lake deep in the Wltshire countryside. The ruined walls, gothic stairways, arched portals and lakeside setting provide a truly atmospheric backdrop for wedding photographs. There are two rooms licensed for civil ceremonies, and clients are welcome to serve a drink to their guests after the ceremony in the stunning Castle courtyard.
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Kenilworth Castle is set in acres of beautiful grounds in the heart of Warwickshire, overlooking wonderful English countryside.
Built in the 13th century, it has hosted royalty through the ages, including Edward II, Henry III.
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Set in delightful wooded parkland with views towards the River Thames, Marble Hill House is an elegant venue for special events.
It was built in the 1720's for Henrietta Howard, Countess of Suffolk and mistress of George II and became one of the most fashionable residences of the period, where artists, authors, poets and politicians of the day frequently gathered.
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Portland Castle occupies a breathtaking location overlooking Portland Harbour, venue for the 2012 Olympic Games sailing events. There are two rooms in the Castle building licensed for civil ceremonies, and drinks receptions can be held in the cosy Castle Kitchen with a roaring log fire, with guests spilling out onto the Gun Deck in fine weather.Receptions for up to 150 guests can be held in a marquee in the beautiful Castle grounds.
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Situated on the borders of Blackheath and Greenwich Park, with the Meridian Line passing through its grounds, Ranger's House is an elegant early Georgian villa with graceful panelled interiors. It was built around 1700 as the official residence of the Ranger of Greenwich and is now home to the Wernher Collection, a glittering spectacle of 700 Renaissance works of art. With somptuous interiors, Ranger's House is a stylish and memorable setting for special events.
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Set amongst 92 acres of magnificent formal gardens inspired by the gardens of Versailles, Wrest Park is a striking venue for wedding receptions, corporate functions and evening entertainment. Very soon we will be licensed to host Civil Wedding and Civil Partnership ceremonies.
The Wrest Park estate was home to the de Grey family from the 13th Century until 1917. The present Manor House was completed in 1834 and designed by Thomas Earl de Grey, an enthusiast for 18th-century French architecture.
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