Mottram Hall Weddings
Veronica and Aaron were married at
Mottram Hall during a cold winter, but the weather stayed nice and crisp for their wonderful wedding. It was the first time I had worked at
Mottram Hall. It’s a very picturesque spot nestled in the heart of Cheshire. It has a huge range of grounds just begging to be used for your wedding photographs. Veronica and Aaron had their ceremony in Leek at St Mary’s church so they travelled to Mottram Hall afterwards. Here is their story …
Mottram Hall, an Elegant Choice for Your Dream Wedding in Cheshire
A luxurious country house hotel dating from the 18th century, Mottram Hall offers all of the amenities you and your guests need for a wonderful Wedding Venue. Enjoy creating lasting memories on the beautiful grounds, containing 270 acres of Cheshire countryside and boasting a private lake, golf course and a traditional English rose garden. The features of Mottram hall make being a Mottram Hall Wedding Photographer a joy.
Mottram Hall has won several awards as a Wedding Venue, including “Best Wedding Venue in South Manchester” in 2017. The St. Andrews Suite is a picturesque venue available for your ceremony or dinner. Booking the St. Andrews Suite will also grant you and your guests access to a private foyer, bar and terrace, where you can enjoy the scenic Cheshire views. Perfect for all types of Mottram Hall Wedding Photography.
Dreaming of an outdoor wedding? The wedding staff of Mottram Hall can make this a reality in the English rose garden or another setting of your choice.
St Andrew’s Suite – Wedding Breakfast and Ceremony
This suite is exclusive to you on your wedding day. It’s where you will tie the knot as well has boogie down on the dance floor at the end of the evening. The wedding breakfast room can hold 130 guests and increases to 180 for the evening. You’ll be able to get served until 1am on the night! So there is plenty of time to make wonderful memories.
Accommodation and Amenities at Mottram Hall
Mottram Hall has 120 guest rooms for those of your guests wishing to stay on site. There are a range of options, from twin and double rooms to superior rooms and suites, fitting a range of guest needs and desires. While staying at Mottram Hall, your guests can relax and enjoy the beautiful grounds as well as, of course, the company!
If your guests are arriving early or staying on after the ceremony for a day or two, they will have plenty of choices when it comes to dining at Mottram Hall: the Carrington Grill, Champagne Bar, and the Claret Jug are all on the property. And of course, private catering can be arranged for your wedding dinner or reception, perfectly suited to fit your needs.
The primary restaurant of Mottram Hall, the Carrington Grill has won two AA Rosettes in Culinary Excellence. Situated in the main building, Carrington Grill offers local ingredients, exquisite wines, and exceptional service and is sure to exceed expectations. It is open for breakfast and dinner daily and serves lunch Monday to Friday.
The Claret Jug is a bar and brasserie which serves local fare and delightful wines in a casual setting. Recently refurbished, the Claret Jug offers lovely views and a wraparound veranda. Mottram Hall’s Champagne Bar offers another niche to enjoy a drink, be it a champagne cocktail, a glass of wine or a local pint. The Champagne Bar opens at eight a.m. so serves as a perfect spot to conduct a brief meeting or catch up with a friend. Additionally, the bar serves a delightful Afternoon Tea from noon to four p.m. Patrons of the bar can also enjoy the spaces of the adjoining library and terrace.
In addition to dining, Mottram Hall has all the facilities that you and your guests may need in a Wedding Venue – including a gym, business center facilities, and a newly renovated Champneys Health Spa (set to open in Spring 2020). Your guests who enjoy golfing will be delighted to play a round on Mottram Hall’s 18-hole course. There’s even a surprise at hole number nine – the Halfway House, offering a drink and a bite to eat before you conquer the next nine!
Mottram Hall History
Enjoy the history of Mottram Hall – the estate itself was established over 700 years ago in 1310. The current Mottram Hall building was built in 1721 and first became a hotel in 1940. The Old Hall building is now a separate private residence – although some of the wood paneling from the old building is displayed in Mottram Hall, dating from the 12th century.
As of a 2014 sale, Mottram Hall is managed by the luxury hotel brand QHotels. Manchester United fans will appreciate that Mottram Hall has been known to be a haunt of ex-Manager Sir Alex Ferguson!
Location
Getting to the festivities will not be difficult, no matter how your guests choose to travel. Mottram Hall is merely seven miles from the Manchester Airport and can also easily be reached by train (three miles from Wilmslow Station; six miles from Macclesfield Station). For those arriving by car, Mottram Hall is easily accessible off the A34 which is just off the M60. Ample parking is available onsite and airport pickup is another option guests can utilize.
About Cheshire
There’s plenty to see and do in the county of Cheshire in Northwest England – from the markets and food halls of Manchester, to nearby parks including Tatton Park, Dunham Massey and Lyme Park, to outlet shopping, the Chester Zoo and the Peak District National Park.
The county seat of Cheshire is the walled city of Chester which sits less than two miles from the Welsh border. Chester offers a unique visitor experience – the town was founded over 1,000 years ago and is home to the ruins of a Roman settlement. It is renowned today for preserving such complete city walls as well as its distinctive “black and white” Victorian architecture. Your guests will be thrilled if they have time to visit this English gem!
Pendrell Hall Wedding Photography
Pendrell Hall wedding photography is a joy to capture. Sarah and Craig were married at the spectacular Hall in Staffordshire. I’ve known Sarah for over 2 years as she works at my most recomended wedding venue The Ashes. Sarah and Craig asked me to capture the story of their wedding and I jumped at the chance of capturing their
Pendrell Hall wedding photography because it is a venue I have always loved working at.
Pendrell Hall is in complete contrast to The Ashes because it is a very grand house as opposed to a set of rustic barns. It is no less awesome and it is well looked after by Ben and Sarah Reeves and serviced by
Ensarb Catering who make some of the best wedding food you will ever taste.
Stop Motion Video
Sarah and Craig also had a stop motion video done which can now be purchased with my Extended Media Package. Here’s their video for their day
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Host a Victorian Celebration at Pendrell Hall
Celebrate your wedding in the beautiful Victorian-era brick manor house of Pendrell Hall. This picturesque Wedding Venue promises a gorgeous wedding in lovely Staffordshire.
Amenities and Accommodation at Pendrell Hall
Make use of three separate Wedding Venues at Pendrell Hall, which can accommodate up to 170 guests. You will have exclusive use of the manor and grounds for your wedding. Choose the outdoor venue between May and August and make use of the English Garden Bandstand. Guests may be seated formally on the lawn. The landscaped gardens can accommodate up to 170 guests. Or host a drinks reception or variety of games on the lawns; the property is yours for the day!
Indoor civil ceremonies can be conducted in the Ballroom, which accommodates up to 170 guests, or the Morning Room, a more intimate venue which seats up to 110 guests. Wood paneling, such as an Arts and Crafts oak nook, high ceilings and lovely windows enliven the Morning Room. The Ballroom offers a more modern look, complete with stained glass skylights and bay windows. It is an ideal space for a wedding breakfast, and countless personal touches can be added. Work with Pendrell Hall’s experienced staff to create the wedding menu or your dreams. Invite guests for a drink in the Drawing Room, an airy, light-filled space, or even in the Oak Panelled Entrance Hall, which features a stunning staircase, fireplace and additional wood paneling.
As an added bonus, if you choose to provide your own beverages, there is no corkage fee. Both the bride and the groom can relax, and prepare, in their own elegantly outfitted dressing rooms. Spend your wedding night in the luxurious Honeymoon Suite. Furthermore, Pendrell Hall can accommodate up to 60 guests overnight in a variety of rooms. Keep your family and wedding party close in these boutique accommodations. There are 20 unique bedrooms in the Orchard Stables, additional accommodation in a small Shepherd’s Hut, three suites in the Hall itself and two other properties on-site.
Location of Pendrell Hall
Pendrell Hall is situated in the city of Wolverhampton, in the West Midlands in south Staffordshire. The city of Wolverhampton was founded in 985 by Lady Wulfrun; her name is the origin of the city’s name. Since the 18th century, Wolverhamptom has been known for various artistic productions from steel jewelry to sculptures. The city held a close place in Queen Victoria’s heart as the city erected a statue in memory of her late husband, Prince Albert in 1866, and as the story goes, Queen Victoria was so moved by the statue she knighted the mayor as a gesture of thanks.
Pendrell Hall sits on Wood Road, just off the M54. The Hall is easily accessible from across the United Kingdom. The nearest train stations are located in Codsall and Albrighton. Those flying in for the ceremony will be delighted that the Birmingham Airport is merely 33 miles and a 45-minute drive away, and the Liverpool Airport is 76 miles from the Hall. Guests driving from London can reach the Wedding Venue in just under three hours.
History of Pendrell Hall
Built in 1870, and originally named “Pendryl Hall,” Pendrell Hall’s first owner was Edward Viles, an author of short stories. The last family to live in Pendrell Hall was the Frank Gaskell family, who lived onsite from 1909 until 1955. Photographs remain of this time, including of Frank and his soon Ernest, the servants of the manor, the billiard room, and the carriage and driver for the family. Frank was the son of Holbrook Gaskell, a chemist who made his wealth through the production of sodium carbonate.
The Staffordshire City Council purchased the property in 1955. The Hall was then used as a residential college for many decades until sold to its current owners and converted to a unique Wedding Venue. Notably, Pendrell Hall was listed as a Grade II property in 2011 due to its unique and well-preserved architecture and interiors.
Nearby Accommodation
There are many boutique accommodation options for your wedding party and guests in Staffordshire. The Stone House Hotel is situated on the Stafford Road in Stone and offers a variety of rooms and suites within easy driving distance as it is only 27 miles from the Hall. The hotel is a traditional country house refurbished with 55 rooms, all en-suite, and includes a gym and heated indoor pool. For an even more elegant stay, guests can stay at Hoar Cross Hall where they can choose from 11 superb rooms in this luxury hotel.
Stafford is about a 30-minute drive from Pendrell Hall. In Stafford, the Vine Hotel on Salter Street includes a restaurant and pub on the premises; in fact, the hotel is located inside the oldest pub in town. Your guests can enjoy this quaint setting only minutes’ walk from Stafford Train Station. The attractions of Stafford are also easily reachable by walking, including the Shire Hall Gallery, Ancient High House, and Gateway Theatre. Guests on a tighter budget won’t have to sacrifice style as there is a low-cost option in Bridgewood House, also located in Stafford town. This property features 68 rooms all with en-suite washrooms. It is located next to Stafford College and the Guildhall Shopping Centre.
Explore Staffordshire
Stoke-on-Trent is the largest town in Staffordshire, with a population of around 262,000 people. The town is famous for its pottery and is the ceramics capital of the United Kingdom with multiple museums and galleries still focused on the trade today. Alton Towers, the UK’s largest amusement park, is also a draw to Stoke-on-Trent. Another popular attraction in Staffordshire is the Uttoxeter Racecourse, home to 25 annual meets including the Midlands Grand National. The racecourse is about a 50-minute drive from Pendrell Hall.
Stafford, originally founded around 70 CE, is a picturesque town for your guests to explore before or after the wedding. They can visit Stafford Castle, built around 1090 by the Normans, and St. Chad’s Church, constructed in the twelfth century. The Ancient High House is a museum set in the oldest timber-framed townhouse in England. The Shire Hall Gallery, originally built as a courthouse and city offices, is now an art gallery with rotating exhibitions. Stafford was first connected to the rest of England by rail in 1837 and continues to attract visitors today
