Plymouth Wedding
Plymouth is a city on the south coast of Devon with a great maritime history. It is probably best known abroad because of the story that in 1588 Sir Francis Drake insisted on completing his game of bowls on the Hoe (the flat headland in the picture above) before engaging the Spanish Armada. Its port has traded for centuries, for example, exporting local minerals such as tin from the mines of Cornwall and elsewhere. Along with Plymouth Dock (Devonport) for most of its life it has earned much of its wealth through activities associated with the port. They also made it a prime target for German bombing, so little of the original town survives. Luckily, if you need scenery for a wedding background then the surrounding countryside and seascape remains unvarying and beautiful.
This venue is a 19th century building restored to create a luxury party venue. It is set on the historic Plymouth Barbican. They cater for all sorts of different kinds of events, and is an approved venue for civil wedding ceremonies. It is probably best to talk to them first about their different menu and drink packages.
business name: | The Loft |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "All day room hire is available with access from 10am to set up, and use of the ceremony room for your wedding service and use of the venue all day for your reception." |
website: | www.theloftplymouth.co.uk/wedding-receptions |
address: | The Loft, The Marina Bar, Vauxhall Quay, Sutton Harbour, Plymouth PL4 0DN |
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phone: | 07796 955147 |
The 17th Century Mount Batten Tower is one of Plymouth’s key landmarks, so it is remarkable that it is now licensed as a location for ceremonies. You can book various options including having a Mount Batten Tower ceremony (a maximum 25 guests), then having a private wedding reception in the Centre’s Ocean Room.
business name | Mount Batten Watersports & Activities Centre |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "The Mount Batten Tower and the Mount Batten Centre are beautiful, unique, wonderful waterfront wedding locations." |
website: | www.mount-batten-centre.com/weddings |
address: | Mount Batten Watersports & Activities Centre, 70 Lawrence Road, Mount Batten, Plymouth PL9 9SJ |
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phone: | 01752 404567 |
A large and impressive looking luxury hotel, with an eye for quality. They mention a red carpet entrance and elegant rooms and a fine dining experience with crisp white table linen and candles. They have a range of spaces from smaller onces for intimate weddings to a ballroom for up to 250 guests, and all close to the centre of Plymouth.
business name: | The Duke of Cornwall Hotel |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "A successful wedding day depends on bringing together an assortment of ingredients. With the Duke, you’re in safe hands. With experience, insight and passion, we can translate your vision for the day into a sublime celebration of your marriage." |
website: | www.thedukeofcornwall.co.uk |
address: | The Duke of Cornwall Hotel, Millbay Road, Plymouth, Devon PL1 3LG |
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phone: | 01752 275850 |
If you want to be sure that the post celebration singing is good and that they never run out of beer, then what better place to hold your wedding than a rugby club. One side of the marquee evens opens onto an outside terrace area overlooking the pitch, though they don't say whether you can actually have a game.
business name: | plymouth Albion RFC |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "Plymouth Albion provides a unique space for a memorable wedding party or reception. There are two suites to choose from that cater for 70-250 guests, and a further smaller marquee that is licensed for your marriage ceremony. Our dedicated events team and experienced chefs will ensure that all the details needed to make your day special are taken care of." |
website: | www.plymouthalbion.com/venue-hire/weddings |
address: | Plymouth Albion RFC, Brickfields Recreation Ground, 25 Damerel Close, Plymouth PL1 4NE |
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phone: | 01752 565 064 |
This venue says it has seven lavish civil ceremony licensed spaces, and that the whole venue has a capacity for up to 240 guests. In most cases, however, just one or two of the spaces will fit the needs of your wedding. They also have the ability to provide food, with a kitchen team who provide a full tasting service as you develop your ideas.
business name: | Custom House |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "Custom House is an elegant exclusive hire wedding venue in the heart of Devon located on the beautiful backdrop of the Barbican Waterfront in Plymouth." |
website: | www.customhouseplymouth.co.uk/weddings |
address: | Custom House, The Barbican, Plymouth PL1 2JP |
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phone: | 01752 210770 |
This venue is part of a small chain of hotels. Their suites are licensed for civil ceremonies and they can provide catering using their in-house team. They promise to hold only one wedding per day, and they have rooms including a luxury suite for the happy couple. This could be a practical solution for your venue choice.
business name: | Future Inn Plymouth |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | Our modern yet elegant function suites offer a stylish setting to take your vows, enjoy a wedding breakfast or celebrate into the early hours. From an intimate feel to a grander affair, our suites can accommodate your guests up to 300 people. For traditional seated affair, it is up to 180 people. "" |
website: | www.futureinns.co.uk/plymouth/weddings |
address: | Future Inn Plymouth, 1 William Prance Road, Plymouth International Business Park, Plymouth PL6 5ZD |
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phone: | 01752 701000 |
This conveniently located hotel is an approved venue for civil wedding ceremonies either outdoors on their terrace or in an elegant indoor room. They say they are a family-run hotel that provides personal and attentive service. They certainly seem to have a good selection of food options to ensure that your guests are well fed.
business name: | St Elizabeth's Hotel |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "Located in Plympton, on the edge of Plymouth, this unique wedding venue offers an elegant boutique style and idyllic landscaped grounds. We’re available for beautiful civil services and for joyous wedding receptions." |
website: | www.stelizabeths.co.uk/weddings |
address: | St Elizabeth's Hotel Longbrook Street Plympton St. Maurice Plymouth PL7 1NJ |
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phone: | 01752 344840 |
An impressively located venue, situated by the sea between the Barbican and Plymouth Hoe, with views over Plymouth sound. They say they have a 400 person capacity for a buffet, or an 180 person capacity for a sit-down meal so they may be worth considering if you always wanted a large wedding by the seaside.
business name: | The Corinthian |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "All day room hire is available with access from 10am to decorate, use of the ceremony room if required and use of the venue all day for your reception. We have various menu’s available for buffets and sit-down meals." |
website: | www.thecorinthianplymouth.co.uk/wedding-venue |
address: | The Corinthian, Madeira Road, The Hoe Plymouth PL1 2NY |
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phone: | 01752 664327 |
If you like the feeling of a gentle sea breeze on your face then this is the place for you. This is a very rural venue, right on the coast. Your hardier guests can even camp, with use of a kitchen, toilets and shower facilities. Do investigate though, they really do have some good facilities for your wedding with several great spaces to use.
business name: | New Barton Barns |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "Set in the heart of our 600-acre National Trust farm, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the barns have stunning views out to the sea and are positioned around an old courtyard offering a super place to welcome guests and mingle." |
website: | www.newbartonbarns.co.uk |
address: | New Barton Farm, Plymouth, Devon PL9 0EE |
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phone: | 01752 863523 |
Shilstone is a restored Georgian Manor House and a family home set in several hundred acres of countryside. The house itself has won numerous awards, so you will be surrounded by lovely things on your wedding day. They have a Marquee and a Rustic Barn to cover all weather situations, and the catering options look impressive.
business name: | Shilstone |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "With beautiful grounds and captivating scenery, Shilstone is the idyllic backdrop for your unrivalled wedding experience in Devon. The Georgian Manor House itself is timeless in its design and execution, and is prized for its stunning elevations, grand rooms and flawless blend of traditional and contemporary decor." |
website: | www.shilstonedevon.com |
address: | Shilstone, Modbury, Devon PL21 0TW |
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phone: | 01548 830 888 |
At this venue, a working dairy, beef and sheep farm is the background to your wedding. They have a licensed barn to transform for use from your ceremony to your wedding reception while you and your guests enjoy a drink. There is also an option to hire a marquee. You get the venue for four days so that you can organise things as you like.
business name: | Dunwell Farm |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "... the perfect licensed wedding venue for couples seeking a rural, unique wedding experience. Set in the heart of the stunning South Devon countryside, Dunwell Farm hosts bespoke weddings with spectacular panoramic views of Dartmoor National Park." |
website: | www.dunwellfarm.co.uk |
address: | Dunwell Farm, Ugborough, Ivybridge, Devon PL21 0HL |
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phone: | 07930 491759 |
This venue has an interesting approach to weddings, midway between a hotel and a basic barn option. Their barns & farmhouse can accommodate up to 40 of your guests on site and they have an in house catering team and on-site bars etc. Worth investigating to see if the balance is right for your needs.
business name: | Trevenna |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "Trevenna is a stylish & secluded cluster of Barns in Cornwall specialising in exclusive use Wedding Ceremonies and Celebrations. Set within 142 acres of beautiful Cornish countryside Trevenna is available to share with your family and friends for 1, 2 or 3 day hire options. " |
website: | www.trevenna.co.uk/weddings |
address: | Trevenna St. Neot, Liskeard, Cornwall PL14 6NR |
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phone: | 01579 320013 |