Dower House Weddings...Congratulations on your engagement! We are delighted you are considering...
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Dower House Weddings
History
Built in the 15th century the Dower House of Knaresborough has a full and Vibrant history. It has been known by several names, three of these being ‘Lylley Hall’ in the 1500’s. ‘Bond End House’ between 1750 and 1910, and ‘The Dower House’ from approximately 1911. The house is situated in Bond End in the area of Knaresborough known as ‘Tentergate’. In medieval times, this was the area where the bondsmen or serfs of the town lived – hence the name Bond End.
Records have been tracked back in the Slingsby Archives to 1541, when a clear entry has been found of a lease from “Thomas Slingsby of Scriven to Richard Slater and Margaret his wife of ‘Lylley Hall’, barn and kiln in the area of Tentergate”. The Slingsbys are an old well-known Yorkshire family and at one period they were one of the largest landowning families of the north of England. Sir William Slingsby discovered the ‘Tewitt Well’ in Harrogate in 1571. Sir Henry Slingsby was a prominent Royalist during the Civil War and was executed on the 8th June, 1658, being the last person to have his head exhibited on Micklegate Bar in York. Although the house is now called Dower House and was attached to the Slingsby estate, there is no record of any Dowager Lady Slingsby having lived here. The last person connected to the Slingsby estate to live in the house was the agent Mr F.A Hartley who resided here from 1904 to 1938.
It was some years later that the house, now a grade II listed building, was brought and gradually converted into the hotel of character that it is today.
Perfect Location The hotel is idyllically situated in the market town of Knaresborough, with its many ancient walkways, cobbled alleyways and historic buildings. Knaresborough is surrounded by some of the most varied and beautiful scenery to be found anywhere in the whole of the United Kingdom. The town itself is just a stone’s throw away from the cosmopolitan centre of Harrogate, Leeds and York and is situated just 4 miles from the A1. The town is also served by all major road networks and just 25 minutes from Leeds/Bradford airport. The location and surroundings make it a perfect place for holding small and intimate or large celebration. I do hope you will consider choosing Dower House Hotel & Spa as the venue for your wedding and can assure you our personal service experience and attention to detail will make your day very special.
Bedrooms
Should you have guests who wish to stay overnight, the hotel has a selection of 29 en suite bedrooms of varying styles. Bedrooms are ground and first floor, and we even have a private cottage in the gardens hidden away from it all. If your guests wish to make a weekend break whilst enjoying your wedding reception we can offer exclusive accommodation rates. Subject to availability.
How we can help…
Congratulations on your engagement!
We are delighted you are considering Dower House Hotel for your wedding day. We understand the importance of your special day and can assure you of our experience, total commitment and personal attention to help you create the perfect wedding. Whether summer or winter, the grounds and the house make for a memorable and fantastic setting for all your guests to enjoy. In the summer months imagine Pimm’s cocktails and canapés on the lawn, followed by glorious food and a barbeque in the evening, with dancing into the small hours. For those winter weddings, mulled wine served to you by our roaring log fires. Our team of chefs have created a selection of wedding menus for you and your guests to enjoy. Put this together with our extensive wine and cocktail menus, friendly atmosphere and professional service we are sure you and your guests will have a day to remember.
We will provide you with your own dedicated Wedding Planner who will look after you every step of the way. From your initial booking through to the finer details of the day itself Dower House Hotel & Spa will also provide you with your own Wedding Day Manager & professional, friendly staff. This ensures that the whole experience goes exactly the way you planned. Your Wedding Day Manager is on-site to offer support & will gladly undertake the role of toastmaster.
Wedding Packages
Bronze Wedding
Includes
Drinks Reception – one glass of Bucks Fizz or Bottled Beer per person
Three course Wedding Breakfast
Coffee & Chocolates
One Glass of Wine per Guest
Sparkling Wine for the Wedding Toast
Hot Sandwich Evening Buffet
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Cake Stand & Knife
Red Carpet
White Table Linen & Napkins
White Chair Covers with Colour Co-ordinating Sash
Music Sound System
Wedding Planner & Wedding Day Manager
Grounds & Gardens for Photography
Preferential Accommodation Rate for your Guests
Room Hire
£55.00 per person
(add £4.00 per person for Canapes)
Additional Evening guests £15.00 per person
Silver Wedding
Includes
Drinks Reception – one glass of Sparkling Wine, Kir, or Bottled Beer per person
Three course Wedding Breakfast
Coffee & Chocolates
Two Glasses of Wine per Guest
Sparkling Wine for the Wedding Toast
Five-choice Evening Buffet
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Cake Stand & Knife
Red Carpet
White Table Linen & Napkins
White Chair Covers with Colour Co-ordinating Sash
Music Sound System
Wedding Planner & Wedding Day Manager
Grounds & Gardens for Photography
Preferential Accommodation Rate for your Guests
Room Hire
£65.00 per person
(add £4.00 per person for Canapes)
Additional Evening guests £15.00 per person
Gold Wedding
Includes
Drinks Reception – one glass of Prosecco, Sangria or Bottled Beer per person
Three course Wedding Breakfast
Coffee & Chocolates
Two Glasses of Wine per Guest
Champagne for the Wedding Toast
Seven-choice Evening Buffet
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Cake Stand & Knife
Red Carpet
White Table Linen & Napkins
White Chair Covers with Colour Co-ordinating Sash
Music Sound System
Wedding Planner & Wedding Day Manager
Grounds & Gardens for Photography
Preferential Accommodation Rate for your Guests
Room Hire
£75.00 per person
(add £4.00 per person for Canapes)
Additional Evening guests £20.00 per person
Platinum Wedding
Includes
Drinks Reception – one glass of Champagnes per person
Chef’s finest Selection of Canapes
Three course Wedding Breakfast
Coffee & Chocolates
½ bottle of Wine per Guest
Champagne Wedding Toast
Nine-choice Evening Buffet
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Cake Stand & Knife
Red Carpet
White Table Linen & Napkins
White Chair Covers with Colour Co-ordinating Sash
Music Sound System
Wedding Planner & Wedding Day Manager
Grounds & Gardens for Photography
Preferential Accommodation Rate for your Guests
Room Hire
Bridal Suite
DJ
£95.00 per person
Additional Evening guests £20.00 per person
Minimum number of 45 guests
Wedding Afternoon Tea
Includes
Drinks Reception – one glass of Bucks Fizz or Bottled Beer per person
Afternoon Tea Tower
A selection of our own Miniature Desserts and Sweet Treats
Prosecco Wedding Toast
Cake Stand & Knife
Red Carpet
White Table Linen & Napkins
White Chair Covers with Colour Co-ordinating Sash
Music Sound System
Wedding Planner & Wedding Day Manager
Grounds & Gardens for Photography
Preferential Accommodation Rate for your Guests
Room Hire
Afternoon Tea
Traditional English Finger Sandwiches
A selection of our own Miniature Desserts and Sweet Treats
Warmed handmade fruit scones with Cornish clotted cream and Strawberry Jam
Artisan sausage rolls
Savoury Tartlets
A choice of Harrogate Teas and freshly ground coffee
£40.00 per person
Outdoor Weddings
Includes
Drinks Reception – one glass of Pimm’s & Lemonade, Sangria or Bottled Beer per person
BBQ or Hogg Roast Wedding Breakfast
½ Bottle of Wine per Guest
Sparkling Wine for the Wedding Toast
Hot Sandwich Evening Buffet
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Cake Stand & Knife
Red Carpet
White Table Linen & Napkins
White Chair Covers with Colour Co-ordinating Sash
Music Sound System
Wedding Planner & Wedding Day Manager
Grounds & Gardens for Photography
Preferential Accommodation Rate for your Guests
Room Hire
£65.00 per person
(add £4.00 per person for Canapes)
Additional Evening guests £15.00 per person
Available July, August & September
Winter Weddings
Includes
Drinks Reception – one glass of Bucks Fizz or Bottled Beer per person
Three course Wedding Breakfast
Coffee & Chocolates
One Glass of Wine per Guest
Sparkling Wine for the Wedding Toast
Hot Sandwich Evening Buffet
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Cake Stand & Knife
Red Carpet
White Table Linen & Napkins
White Chair Covers with Colour Co-ordinating Sash
Music Sound System
Wedding Planner & Wedding Day Manager
Grounds & Gardens for Photography
Preferential Accommodation Rate for your Guests
Room Hire
£44.00 per person
(add £4.00 per person for Canapes)
Additional Evening guests £10.00 per person
Available Sunday – Friday November, January, February or March
Canape Selection
Cold
Chicken Liver Pate on Melba Toast
Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Roulade
Prawn Parcel with Lemon Oil
Pear and Yorkshire Blue Cheese Crostini
Mini Lamb Kofta with Mint Sauce
Welsh Rarebit on Toast with a Mustard Relish
Yorkshire Pudding filled with Beef and Horseradish
Chicken Satay Skewers
Mini Fish Goujons n Chips with Homemade Tartare Sauce
Mini Hamburger with a Spicy Tomato Relish
Tartlet of Goats Cheese & Red Onion Marmalade
Homemade Onion Bhaji’s
Mini Vegetable Spring Roll
Baby Cod and Pancetta Fishcakes
Choose a selection of 4 options £ 4.00 per person
Choose a selection of 6 options £ 6.25 per person
Wedding Breakfast
Intermediate Course
Soups
All soups can be taken as an intermediate course
for an additional £6.00 per person
Slow Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup with Basil Crostini
Cockie Leekie Soup with Crispy Fried Leeks
Creamed Wild Mushroom Soup with Tarragon Dumplings
French Onion Soup with a Parmesan Crouton
Sorbet
All sorbets can be taken as an intermediate course
for an additional £6.00 per person
Champagne Sorbet with a White Peach Coulis
Raspberry Sorbet with Blackcurrant Puree
Green Apple Sorbet & Raisin Coulis
Lemon Sorbet with Lime Syrup
Mango Sorbet & Passion Fruit Coulis
Wedding Breakfast
Bronze Winter
Please select one option per course
To Start
Your choice of soup Slow Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup with Basil Crostini
Cockie Leekie Soup with Crispy Fried Leeks Creamed Wild Mushroom Soup with Tarragon Dumplings
French Onion Soup with a Parmesan Crouton
Half a Galia Melon, Berry Compote, Mint & Sorbet
Smooth Chicken Liver Parfait, Homemade Chutney, Toasted Brioche
The Dower House Prawn Cocktail
Crab Cakes with Thai Spices, Chilli Dipping Sauce
Grilled Mediterranean Vegetable Tian, Basil Oil & Balsamic Dressing
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To Follow
Cumberland Sausage Ring on Grain Mustard Mash, Caramelised Onions, Rich Red Wine Sauce
Pan Roast Chicken Breast with Spring Onion Mash, Bacon, Mushroom & Button Onion Jus
Carved Pork Loin with Yorkshire Pudding, Mustard Mash, Cider & Herb Roasted Gravy
Herb Crusted Roast Salmon Supreme, Crushed New Potatoes, Coriander Butter Sauce
~All main courses are served with vegetables of the season~
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To Finish
Traditional Jam Sponge, Double Cream Custard
Profiteroles with White & Dark Chocolate Sauce
Vanilla Cheesecake, Raspberries & Raspberry Coulis
Rich Belgian Chocolate Truffle, Rum & Raisin Ice Cream
Lemon Tart with Fresh Strawberries, Vanilla Ice Cream
Wedding Breakfast
Silver
Please select one option per course
To Start
Your choice of soup Slow Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup with Basil Crostini
Cockie Leekie Soup with Crispy Fried Leeks Creamed Wild Mushroom Soup with Tarragon Dumplings
French Onion Soup with a Parmesan Crouton
Warm Salad of Chicken & Chorizo, Wild Rocket & Mesclun Leaves, Balsamic & Chilli Dressing
Warm Fillet of Red Mullet, Salad Niçoise
Chicken Caesar Salad, Baby Gem, Pancetta & Parmesan
Smooth Chicken Liver Parfait, Homemade Chutney, Toasted Brioche
Goats Cheese & Sun Blushed Tomato Tart, Micro Herb Garnish
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To Follow
Roast Chicken Breast wrapped in Smoked Bacon, Filled with Sage & Onion Stuffing, Duck Fat Potatoes, Roast Gravy
Roast Sirloin of Yorkshire Beef with Yorkshire Pudding, Roast Potatoes, Traditional Gravy
Pan Fried Pork Escalope filled with Smoked Applewood Cheese, Wrapped in Pancetta, Lyonnaise Potatoes, Tomato Stew
Poached Plaice Fillet filled with Smoked Salmon Mousseline, Lime & Tomato Concasse Butter Sauce
~All main courses are served with vegetables of the season~
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To Finish
Sticky Toffee Pudding, Butterscotch Sauce, Vanilla Ice Cream
French Apple Tart with Pear Anglaise, Caramel Ice Cream
Chocolate & Orange Tart, Citrus Syrup, Chantilly Cream
White Chocolate Cheesecake, Raspberry Ripple Ice Cream
Lemon Tart with Fresh Strawberries, Vanilla Ice Cream
Wedding Breakfast
Gold & Platinum
Please select one option per course
To Start Your choice of soup
Slow Roasted Tomato & Basil Soup with Basil Crostini Cockie Leekie Soup with Crispy Fried Leeks
Creamed Wild Mushroom Soup with Tarragon Dumplings French Onion Soup with a Parmesan Crouton
Supreme of Smoked Salmon with Sweet & Sour Red Onions, Chive Yoghurt
Deep Fried Camembert with Cranberry Relish, Dressed Wild Leaves
Warm Salad of Chicken & Chorizo, Wild Rocket & Mesclun Leaves, Balsamic & Chilli Dressing
Italian Platter of Buffalo Mozzarella, Parma Ham, Marinated Plum Tomato
Goats Cheese & Sun Blushed Tomato Tart, Micro Herb Garnish
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To Follow
Pan Fried Chicken Breast filled with Parma Ham Farce, Dauphinoise Potatoes, Diane Sauce
Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb with Dauphinoise Potatoes, Honey Scented Jus
Honey Duck Breast with Kirsche soaked Cherry Sauce, Herb Roasted Chateau Potatoes
Pan Fried Sea Bass Fillet with Parma Ham wrapped Asparagus, Roasted New Potatoes, Pancetta Cream Sauce
Pan Fried Fillet of Beef with Roasted Shallots and Wild Mushrooms, Fondant Potato, Port
Wine Sauce (Platinum Only)
Fillet of Atlantic Halibut, Pea and Charred Artichoke Risotto, Crab Bon Bons (Platinum Only)
~All main courses are served with vegetables of the season~
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To Finish
Spiced Apple & Sultana Crumble, Vanilla Crème Anglaise
Classical Crème Brulee, Shortbread Biscuit
Chocolate & Orange Tart, Citrus Syrup, Chantilly Cream
Apple & Caramel Cheesecake, Honeycomb Ice Cream
Homemade Bakewell Tart, Vanilla Anglaise, Cherry Ice Cream
Outdoor Wedding Menu BBQ
Grilled Cumberland Sausages
Homemade Beef Burgers
Marinated Chicken Kebabs
Lamb Koftas
Waldorf Salad Green Bean, Chick pea & Sweet Chilli, BLT Salad, garlic herb croutons
Lemon & Coriander Cous Cous, Mixed Leaves
New Potato Salad with Chives & Red Onion, Spiced Potato Wedges
A Selection of Mini Desserts
(Minimum numbers of 60)
Hogg Roast
Hog Roast
Marinated in cider, served in fresh baked bread buns,
cider and apple sauce, stuffing and crispy crackling
Butterbean, Chorizo, Parsley Olive Oil
Roast Sweet Potato & Chick Pea Salad
Greek Salad
Mediterranean Rice Salad
(Minimum numbers of 60)
Wedding Breakfast
Vegetarian
To Start
Please select one of the following starters
Half a Galia Melon, Berry Compote, Mint & Sorbet
Spinach & Roquefort Tart, Walnut & Sherry Vinaigrette
Salad of Wild Mushrooms & Artichoke, Wild Herb Leaves & Croutons
Provençale Vegetable Tian, Balsamic & Basil Dressing
To Follow
Please select one of the following main courses
Gnocchi with Lemon Butter Sauce, Baby Vegetables, Charred Asparagus
Wild Mushroom & Spinach Risotto, Shaved Parmesan
Caramelised Onion Tart Tatin, Goats Cheese, Port Dressing
Spinach & Mushroom Lasagne, Mozzarella
Wedding Breakfast Buffet
Bronze Winter
Selection of Breads
Platter of Continental Meats
Salmon Gravadlax with Prawns
Please select 2 hot dishes
Beef, Ale & Mushroom Pie with Chunky Chips
Chicken, Leek & Ham Pie with Creamed Potatoes
Chicken Chasseur with Chive Buttered New Potatoes
Thai Vegetable Curry & Rice
Classic Beef Chilli with Rice and Nachos, Cucumber Minted Yoghurt
Waldorf Salad
Butterbean, Chorizo, Parsley Olive Oil
Roast Sweet Potato & Chick Pea Salad
Greek Salad
Mediterranean Rice Salad
Seasonal Mixed Leaf Salad
Tomato & Basil Pasta Salad
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Assiette of Desserts
Additional Main Course options £3.50 per person
Evening Buffet Menu
Silver 5 options Gold 7 options Platinum 9 options
Please select from the following
Selection of Sandwiches
Tortilla Wraps
Swaledale Sausage Rolls
Pork Pie with Homemade Pickles
Honey Glazed Chipolatas
Marinated Chicken Satay Skewers
Filo Wrapped Prawns, Sweet Chilli Dip
Indian Savoury Selection, Mint Yoghurt
Margherita Pizza Slices
Breaded Cheese Bites
Duck Spring Rolls
Nacho’s with Salsa, Guacamole & Dips
Potato Wedges
For a Lighter Evening Alternative
Bronze Winter
Please choose a selection of 2 Hot Sandwiches from the following
Hot Roasted Pork Loin, Sage & Onion Stuffing, Crackling, Apple Sauce
Swaledale Sausage, Homemade Chutney
Hot Roast Topside of Yorkshire Beef, Sautéed Onions
Beechwood Bacon, Tomato Ketchup
Mozzarella, Sundried Tomato & Pesto
American Hot Dog, Roscoff Onions, English Mustard
Served with Chunky Chips or Fries, Mixed Leaf Salad & Crunchy Coleslaw
Civil Marriages and Partnerships
We are licensed for civil ceremonies and blessings (to book your civil ceremony please contact Harrogate District registrar on 01609 780780 The ceremony date (not the date of the booking) determines the fee. They cover the cost of the registration staff attending your ceremony and one certificate. They are payable in advance when notice is given and no later than three months before the ceremony.
Fees are determined based on where and when your ceremony is held and is payable to the registration service.
These fees are charged by the registration service for attendance at ceremonies only.
Day Fee 2018-19 Fee 2019-20 Monday to Friday £450 £450 Saturday £525 £550 Sunday or Bank Holiday £550 £550
The hotel also charges a room hire for the Nidderdale Suite:
Fee 2019 Fee 2020
Monday to Friday £200 £250
Saturday or Bank Holiday £250 £300
Sunday £150 £200
Little Extras
White chair covers with co-ordinating sash £3.00 per chair
Menu Tasting from £50.00 per couple
Canape Selection from £4.00 per person
Intermediate Course £6.00 per person
Celebration Disco £350.00
Bring your own DJ £50.00
Extra Evening Guests from £10.00 per person
Accommodation
Should you have guests who wish to stay overnight, the hotel has a selection of 29 en suite
bedrooms of varying styles and types, from well-appointed single bedded rooms, Classic
Doubles, to Larger Suites. Everybody has their favourite. The rooms are situated on the
ground and first floors, and we even have a private cottage in the gardens hidden away from
it all with its own separate entrance.
If your guests wish to make a weekend break whilst enjoying your wedding reception we can
offer exclusive accommodation rates. Subject to availability.
£99.00 per room per night for a Classic double/twin room £89.00 per room per night for a Classic double/twin room if staying more than one night
£129.00 per room per night for a Larger double/twin room £119.00 per room per night for a Larger double/twin room if staying more than one night
£79.00 per room per night for a Single room Extra beds for children can be added to the Superior Larger Doubles for £10 per child per night
Residential guests are also free to use the superb facilities of our Imagine Spa.
Countdown to your special day
After the proposal ❑ Provisionally set a date ❑ Tell friends and family ❑ Set a budget ❑ Provisionally book a ceremony and reception venue ❑ Contact registrars to check availability Nine to twelve months before ❑ Confirm your ceremony and reception venue bookings ❑ Give your notice of marriage to registrars or contact Minister or other religious leader ❑ Take out wedding insurance ❑ Order your wedding dress ❑ Book your photographer / videographer ❑ Book your wedding music / entertainment ❑ Book your honeymoon ❑ Determine how many guests to invite Six to nine months before ❑ Decide on your attendants ❑ Order outfits for attendants ❑ Arrange wedding transportation Four to six months before ❑ Finalise your guest list ❑ Compile a gift list ❑ Check your passports are valid ❑ Set up hotel arrangements for out of town guests ❑ Choose and order your wedding rings ❑ Choose and order your wedding cake ❑ Choose a florist and order flowers ❑ Choose and order wedding stationery Two to four months before ❑ Purchase all wedding accessories and going-away outfit ❑ Send out invitations / gift list details ❑ Confirm menu and drinks with reception venue ❑ Arrange order of service / readings / music for ceremony ❑ Choose a wedding guest book One month to go ❑ Reconfirm all bookings ❑ Chase any guests who have not responded ❑ Have final dress fitting ❑ Buy gifts for the attendants ❑ Pay fees to registrars and confirm ceremony details ❑ Order currency for honeymoon ❑ Confirm numbers to caterers and prepare seating plan for reception ❑ Arrange for cake to be delivered One week to go ❑ Call all bookings to confirm times ❑ Confirm all reception arrangements with venue ❑ Collect wedding dress and hire outfits ❑ Wrap gifts for the attendants ❑ Pack for your honeymoon Day before
❑ Relax and have an early night!
Booking Information Should you wish to make a provisional booking we are able to hold your preferred date for a maximum of two weeks, giving you time to speak to your families and organise a wedding ceremony. Provisional bookings will be released if a non-refundable deposit of £400 is not received within 14 days of the initial enquiry. Six month’s prior to the wedding date a further 40% of the total cost of your wedding is required with the outstanding balance due six weeks prior to the wedding date. Children aged between 3-12 years are charged at 50% of the package price. Babies and children up to the age of 3 are free of charge. Over 12’s are charged at the full package. price. Should you wish to offer a choice of two options (pre-orders required) there will be a supplement of
£2.00 per person.
We are happy to cater for special dietary requirements and these should be advised to your wedding
co-ordinator in advance of the wedding, including intolerances and allergies.
Whilst we do our best to reduce the risk of cross-contamination, we CANNOT guarantee that any of
our dishes are free from allergens and therefore cannot accept any liability in this respect.
Guests with severe allergies are advised to assess their own level of risk and consume dishes at their
own risk. Full allergen information on all menus within the wedding package are available on
request.
The menu choices offered are only suggestions and we are always happy to discuss any of your own
ideas or tastes.
All our menus are served with warm bread rolls, a selection of vegetables of the season and freshly
brewed coffee and chocolates.
Final numbers must be confirmed at least 14 days in advance. The hotel will accept a reduction of up to 10% of numbers originally booked. And will always charge for a minimum of 90% of numbers originally booked. At least six weeks before the wedding we recommend that you discuss your final details. We will send you written confirmation along with a pro-forma invoice for the estimated cost of the wedding. 100% payment of the predicted total amount, less deposit, must be paid 14 days prior to the wedding day. The management reserve the right to alter or amend any details in the brochure without notice; we will make every effort to notify guests of any changes. We advise cancellation insurance in the event of any unforeseen circumstances as payments are non-refundable.
Prices are inclusive of 20% VAT.