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Argyll
Abbots Brae Hotel Exclusive use of the hotel on the following dates:
July- 2nd-4th; 13th-17th; 19th-20th
Aug – 4th-8th ; 11th-12th
Sept- 6th-7th; 20th-21st
….10% reduction from normal prices – new bookings only.

Berkshire
Great House at Sonning Due to previous confirmed functions changing dates, we now have Wedding Reception availability on: Saturdays 15th and 22nd August 2009.
Discounted rates are available on Room Hire and Menu prices. Please contact the Sales Office for further details or a written quotation.
We are also offering the following discounts for out of season Wedding Receptions, for a minimum of 60 adult guests.
October 2009 15%
November 2009 20%
27th December 2009 20%
January 2010 20%
February 2010 20% (excluding 13th & 14th February 2010)
The discount applies on pre-booked Room Hire, Menu, Arrival Drinks, Wine and Evening Catering.
All dates are subject to availability so call and check now on 0118 969 2277 or email

Borders
Castle Venlaw Hotel 25% off all 2009 and 2010 weddings booked and confirmed by 30th June 2009
Terms and conditions are:
Applies only to weddings booked and confirmed by the 30 June 2009.
Applies to all 2009 weddings, subject to availability but excludes all bank holiday and festive holiday dates
For 2010 weddings, the 25% discount does not apply to weddings taken on a Saturday, bank holiday and festive dates
The discount applies to wedding costs that include the bedroom, venue hire, food and drinks packages and exclusive use costs. All other extra items are excluded from this offer.

Cambridgeshire
Wadenhoe House Few dates still available for later in the year, please call for more information & availability
Wadenhoe House August Weekday Weddings
We have availability during August for weddings on Monday, Wednesdays & Fridays
Please call for dates & prices

Derbyshire
Barcelo Palace Hotel Your Wedding all Wrapped Up
Offer available for 2009 dates only at a price of £2950
Please call our wedding co-ordinators; Joanne, Claire and Lynsey to find out more on 01298 22001

Devon
Bedford Hotel In 2009 you pay £2009!
* Red carpet sprinkled with rose petals for your arrival
* Welcome drink of Bucks Fizz in our walled garden
* Private use of gardens for your wedding photographs
* Choice of wedding breakfast menus from our award winning kitchen brigade
* Glass of wine with your Wedding Breakfast
* Glass of sparkling for the toast
* Cake stand and knife
This package is based on 40 guests
Extra guests day…£49.95 Extra guests evening…£10.95
Call us to discuss your special day

Dumfries and Galloway
Auchen Castle Hotel 25% off all 2009 and 2010 weddings booked and confirmed by 30th June 2009
Terms and conditions are:
Applies only to weddings booked and confirmed by the 30 June 2009.
Applies to all 2009 weddings, subject to availability but excludes all bank holiday and festive holiday dates
For 2010 weddings, the 25% discount does not apply to weddings taken on a Saturday, bank holiday and festive dates
The discount applies to wedding costs that include the bedroom, venue hire, food and drinks packages and exclusive use costs. All other extra items are excluded from this offer.

East Sussex
Horsted Place Winter Weddings - exclusive use of house still available at discounted rates on some Saturdays in October and November as well as Saturday 5th and 12th December and dates between Christmas and New Year. The perfect romantic venue for a winter wedding - log fires, candlelight and, at Christmastime, a beautifully decorated English country house with all the holly and ivy you could wish for! Contact Liz or Jenny for more information about rates and tailor-made packages for your special day.

Essex
High Barn We have some amazing offers . Just quote for better for worse to receive the following
*2009 *
Save up to 20% off of remaining dates in 2009
*2010*
Book within the next 2 months and Save up to 15% off 2010 dates
*Sundays - Thursdays
*Book a Sunday to Thursday wedding and save over 35% on the standard rate for a Saturday hire
*EVENING ONLY HIRE*
If you intended to arrive at the barn from 5pm onwards do let us know as discounts can often be given
For further details contact Jill McGrath
High Barn We have some amazing offers . Just quote for better for worse to receive the following _*2009 *_ Save up to 20% off of remaining dates in 2009 _*2010*_ Book within the next 2 months and Save up to 15% off 2010 dates _*Sundays - Thursdays *_Book a Sunday to Thursday wedding and save over 35% on the standard rate for a Saturday hire _* *__* EVENING ONLY HIRE*_ If you intended to arrive at the barn from 5pm onwards do let us know as discounts can often be given

Hertfordshire
Tewin Bury Farm For January, February, March, October & November 2010 – discounts available for new bookings Please contact the Wedding Sales Team for further information 01438 841463

Kent
The Hop Farm Late availability package offers available for weddings booked now to be held between May to October 2009
Available dates for The Hop Farm ;
June 2009
Friday 5th and 26th June
Saturday 6th,13th
July 2009
Fridays 10th, 17th and 31st July
August 2009
Fridays 7th, 14th,21st and 28th August
Key dates still available for 2010 at The Hop Farm ;
July;
Friday 9th, 16th, and 30th July 2010
Saturday 17th and 31st July 2010
August:
Friday 6th, 13th and 20th August 2010
Saturday 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th August 2010
September:
Friday 3rd, 17th, and 24th September 2010
Saturday 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th September 2010

Lancashire
Great Hall at Mains Half price room hire rates valid on bookings for dates before 23rd December 2009. This also includes a white stretch limousine ride and an overnight stay at our recommended accommodation.

Valid on bookings taken for all dates until 23rd December 2009
Monday-Thursday All Inclusive Offer- £6,000
Monday-Thursday Royal All Inclusive - £6,750
Valid on bookings taken for all dates from
1st June 2009 until 30th September 2009
Midsummer Medley 2009 - £7,150
Midsummer Medley Royal - £8,300
Valid on bookings taken for all dates from
1st October 2009 until 28th February 2010
(Excludes Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve & Valentines Day)
Winter Wonderland 2009-2010 - £6,650
Winter Wonderland Royal - £7,300
Room hire for weddings from Monday to Thursday are at a reduced rate.
All packages include a ceremony fee, catering, a drinks package and evening entertainment.
All Royal packages include; a complimentary overnight stay at our recommended accommodation, a courtesy White Stretch Limousine to your accommodation at the end of the evening and Chair Covers and Bows to match your colour scheme.
The White Hart Inn at Lydgate August Sunday 16th September Sunday 13th October Friday 30th Saturday 10th Sundays 4th, 11th and 25th November Saturday 21st and 28th Sunday 1st, 8th and 22nd December Tuesday 29th Wednesday 30th

Leicestershire
Halstead House Farm We have some late Saturday availability in October, November and December, and weekdays throughout the year. Please call for further information on exact dates and prices.
Hothorpe Hall 2009
31 August (Bank Hol) 2009
13 December 2009
18 December 2009
2010
2 January 2010
8 + 9 + 10 January 2010
29 + 31 January 2010
5 February 2010
12 February 2010
27 March 2010
28 March 2010
3 April 2010 (Easter Saturday)
4 April 2010 (Easter Sunday)
5 April 2010 (Easter Monday)

Lincolnshire
Belvoir Castle We currently have a select number of Friday and Saturdays available from 13th June to 31st October 2009 with reductions of up to 45% on the Castle hire fees. Please contact Helen or Kate for details of our late availability rates Tel: 01476 871032

London
Groucho Club FREE CHAMPAGNE for any wedding receptions or engagement parties booked in September and October 2009, offer also available for January and August 2010 Terms and conditions: Champagne reception for 30 minutes Minimum food order £15.00 per head Room hire and all other charges will apply as normal
Syon House and Gardens If you haven’t found the perfect venue for your big day yet, it needn’t mean settling for second best. Syon Park is a truly special location for marriages and wedding celebrations, and the very last few dates on offer this season are Sat 9th May, Sat 27th June, Saturday 18th July and Friday 18th September 2009. Please call the events team on 020-8758-1888 or email to talk through your plans and dreams.

Mid Wales
Buckland Hall Buckland Hall 2009 Special Wedding Offers
8th - 9th August 2009 - Please contact for discounted rates.
4th - 6th December 2009 - 20% off standard rates.
18th - 20th December 2009 - 20% off standard rates
Buckland Hall offers exclusive and sole occupancy of the Mansion House for you entire stay. Please see our website link for more information on this truly magical venue.

North Wales
Craflwyn Craflwyn Hall, set in a stunning location at the foot of Snowdon, is available for your exclusive use for weddings. We have no set packages for meals, drinks etc, giving you the freedom to chose exactly what you want on your special day. We have the following dates available in 2009:
13th - 17th July
3rd - 6th August
10th - 14th August
28th August - 2nd Sept
7th - 10th Sept
21st - 24th Sept
12th - 15th Oct
19th -23rd Oct
30th Oct - 5th Nov
7th - 13th Nov
20th - 26th Nov
30th Nov - 10th Dec
21st - 26th Dec
There are a number of weekends available in 2010 and couple booking a wedding in 2010 will receive free National Trust membership for a year.

North Yorkshire
Goldsborough Hall As we currently have some weekend dates still available for the remainder of 2009, we are pleased to offer new clients a 10% discount off our advertised package prices which start from £99 per person.
In addition, should you book and confirm your wedding date within two weeks of your initial enquiry, we would also extend this 10% discount to include the price of the five main house bedroom suites.
This special offer applies to new bookings only and is subject to availability.
Solberge Hall Hotel Wedding Package Special Offer
Solberge Hall is offering a wedding package for 70 guests, priced at £3000.00 inclusive of the following:
Hire of the Hambleton Suite for your Wedding Breakfast and Evening Reception
Hire of Civil Ceremony Room (if required, registrars fees not included)
Sparkling Wine reception
3 Course wedding breakfast and coffee
Two glasses of house wine per person, with dinner ,br> One glass of house sparkling wine per person for the toast
Bacon/Sausage Sandwiches served during the evening reception, for 70 guests
Superior Bedroom, including Breakfast for the Bride and Groom on the wedding night
White table linen, Use of Cake stand and knife, Use of red carpet, Printed table plan, Printed menus for each table
Master of Ceremonies
Evening Catering
A choice of either bacon or sausage sandwiches with potato wedges for 70 guests.
The offer is available during September, October, November, Saturday 26th, Sunday 27th, Monday 28th, Tuesday 29th and Wednesday 30th December 2009 only.
The above package does not include the use of Silks Brasserie, Silks Courtyard, Stables Bar, Hotel Bar, Drawing Room and The Garden/Talbot Rooms (except for the duration of your Civil Ceremony/Partnership – if applicable)
Offer is subject to availability, applies to new bookings only and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer
Guests must be seated for the wedding breakfast by 4.30 pm. Prices quoted are inclusive of Vat.
Optional Extras >br> Canapés - £3.75 per person, chef’s selection of 3 canapés per person Additional guests at the wedding reception - £32.50 pp, Additional guests at the evening reception - £6.95 pp,br> Chairs Covers and Sash - £4.25 per chair, Printed Name Cards – 30 pence per person
Reduced accommodation rates:
£60.00 Single / £95.00 Double/Twin – based on two sharing / £105.00 Superior – based on two sharing
Rates are per room, per night, inclusive of breakfast at vat.
The Grange Hotel The Summer months hold a special kind of magic for weddings at The Grange Hotel. Warm gentle breezes, blossom on the trees, the romance of a country house scented with the delicate aroma of fresh flowers all creating a memorable ambience for your special day. Imagine making your vows or enjoying post ceremony drinks with family and friends in one of our elegant rooms flooded with bright natural daylight before moving through to one of our intimate dining rooms for your reception. Book your wedding to take place during July and August and we will either waive the civil ceremony room hire charge or offer you a complimentary bucks fizz reception, upon your arrival. * Saturdays August 29th is available * In addition, the Bride and Groom will be offered one of our luxurious bedrooms with our compliments for their wedding night. These offers, are available on selected dates only, for new bookings taken during July and August 2009. The offers are subject to availability, cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer and may be withdrawn at any time

Northamptonshire
Crockwell Farm Crockwell Farm - due to a couple of cancellations we have two weekend dates that are now available in 2009. Crockwell can be exclusively yours for your special day on Saturday 7th November or Saturday 14th November 2009 at 20% reduction off the facility fee. We are also offering 50% discounts on our facility fee for any midweek weddings ie Monday to Thursday during the following months October/ November/ December 2009 or in March/ April /May 2010. Please call 01327 361 358

Oxfordshire
Bicester Country Club NO ROOM HIRE CHARGES for Weddings booked for Fridays & Saturdays during November 2009. For further information please contact Carly on 01869 241204
Bookings now being taken for 2010. Weddings Booked in January & February receive a complimentary 3 Tier Wedding Cake to the Value of £300, designed to your colour scheme & specification (terms apply). For further information please contact Carly on 01869 241205
Old Luxters Barn 40% Off Facility Fees – May to August 2009
Any new booking for a Wedding or Party to be held during May, June, July or August 2009 will receive a 40% Discount off the Facility Fee (up to midnight). (This applies to bookings made from 1st May 2009)
30% Off Facility Fees – September to November 2009
Any new booking for a Wedding or Party to be held during September, October or November 2009 will receive a 30% Discount off the Facility Fee (up to midnight). (This applies to bookings made from 1st May 2009)
15% Off Facility Fees – January to March 2010
Any new booking for a Wedding or Party to be held during January, February or March 2010 will receive a 15% Discount off the Facility Fee (up to midnight). (This applies to bookings made from 1st April 2009)
Poundon House LAST AVAILABLE DATE FOR 2009 – SEPTEMBER 19TH. REDUCED COST

Somerset
Best Western Webbington Hotel and Spa Velvet Package reduced from £29.50 to £25.50
Deluxe White Lace Package reduced from £59.50 to £49.50
NEW FOR SUMMER 2009 - OUTDOOR GAZEBO & SECRET GARDEN!

Late Availability: Dates still available in September, October and November 2009 including some Saturdays!

Winter Weddings At The Webbington Hotel & Spa
Walking In A Winter Wonderland
SET THE SCENE - Don your fur trimmed wedding cape and brave the wintry elements on our rooftop terrazzio to capture some of the most spectacular wedding photographs ever. We can't promise the snow but you never can tell! Anything can happen in a winter wonderland.
"Later on we'll conspire as we sit by the fire..."
Back inside the hotel, your guests can enjoy hot mulled wine and chestnuts or little canapes with Brie and cranberries and truly get in to the spirit of your very magical day. Our library, located next to the main bar has a wood-burning fireplace. The rest of the day and evening is entirely up to you.
Crowcombe Court September-November 2009, exclusive use of our beautiful private venue. 25% discount on venue fee, 15% on food and drink. Inclusive prices for Friday/Saturday/Sunday weddings from £4,700 (40 guests) to £6,900 (80 guests). Further 30% discount on venue fee for Monday-Thursday. Full details on our website. We may also be able to offer special prices for day-only weddings/receptions or evening-only receptions.

Surrey
Holiday Inn Guildford £19.95 for 3 Course Wedding Breakfast
(subject to availability of day of week and function suites)
Loseley Park MIDWEEK DATES AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT PLUS SPECIAL OFFERS ON THE FOLLOWING FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS IN 2009: 10% OFF ALL FACILITY FEES & SPECIAL PRICE OF £40 PER HEAD FOR THE WEDDING BREAKFAST ON THE FOLLOWING DATES IN 2009: AUGUST 21ST SEPTEMBER 4TH, 11TH, 20TH, 25TH NOVEMBER 8TH, 13TH, 14TH, 15TH , 22ND, 27TH , 29TH PLUS COMPLIMENTARY CANAPÉS FOR BOOKINGS IN NOVEMBER 2009 JANUARY-MARCH: 2010 £1000 OFF ALL FACILITY FEES FOR WEDDINGS IN JANUARY, FEBRUARY & MARCH PLUS MENUS REDUCED TO £40 PER HEAD

West Yorkshire
East Riddlesden Hall 5th and 26th July
9th, 16th and 23rd August
Ask about our all-in-one guaranteed price package!
Wood Hall Hotel During 2009 we are offering a special wedding package at a cost of £9,800 for 80 guests.
This extra special price is inclusive of:
* 1 glass of Pimms or Sparkling wine reception
* Three-course wedding breakfast
* Half a bottle of house wine per person
* Glass of sparkling wine to toast the Bride and Groom
* Evening finger Buffet
* Cake knife and stand
* Red carpet arrival
* White table linen and napkins
* Services of our toastmaster
* Dance Floor
* 20 bedrooms including the Honeymoon suite for the Bride and Groom on the wedding night.
* Private bar.
This offer is subject to availability and supersedes all other promotions and is valid for new bookings only. Prices are based on 80 guests for both day and evening.

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