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MUNCASTER CASTLE

WEDDINGS

WELCOME TO MUNCASTER CASTLEThe family home of the Pennington family for over 800 years, Muncaster is one of the most majestic settings for any celebration. With 60 acres of gardens, wonderful views of the Eskdale valley and of course the beauty of the castle with its spectacular public rooms. It is easy to describe why

Ruskin described it as the “gateway to paradise.”

Not only is Muncaster a beautiful venue, we also provide you with the support of our experienced team who will work hard to unsure your wedding is unique, perfectly planned and we promise to help you achieve everyone’s dream of having a fairytale wedding in one of the

most romantic Castles in the land.

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WELCOME TO MUNCASTER CASTLEThe family home of the Pennington family for over 800 years, Muncaster is one of the most majestic settings for any celebration. With 60 acres of gardens, wonderful views of the Eskdale valley and of course the beauty of the castle with its spectacular public rooms. It is easy to describe why

Ruskin described it as the “gateway to paradise.”

Not only is Muncaster a beautiful venue, we also provide you with the support of our experienced team who will work hard to ensure your wedding is unique, perfectly planned and we promise to help you achieve your dream of having a fairytale wedding in one of the most

romantic Castles in the land.

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YOUR WEDDING DAYYour wedding at Muncaster will be as individual as you are. Whether it is a low key affair, extravagant banquet or a day of sheer elegance, our team will be on hand throughout to ensure your dreams are fulfilled.

The Castle is licensed to hold civil ceremonies in a number of rooms, so we have the perfect room for the crucial “I do”

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YOUR WEDDING DAYYour wedding at Muncaster will be as individual as you are. Whether it is a low key affair, extravagant banquet or a day of sheer elegance, our team will be on hand throughout to ensure your dreams are fulfilled.

The Castle is licensed to hold civil ceremonies in a number of rooms, so you have the perfect room for the crucial “I do”

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CEREMONY & RECEPTION ROOMSThe Great Hall:

With dramatic rich red and wood panelling dating from the medieval age, this is the heart of the castle. It is a dramatic setting for a ceremony and ideal for drinks receptions. With easy access to the Castle’s front

lawn, this room is perfect for ceremonies up to 100 guestsThe Library:

A magnificent 40 foot high galleried room lined with over 6000 books and overlooking the River Esk with breathtaking views towards the Lakeland fells is perfect for up to 50 guests for a wedding ceremony

The Drawing Room:Complete with a superb vaulted ceiling, large windows overlooking the lawns and a beautiful marble fireplace, this room seats up to 100 guests

for a wedding breakfastThe Family Dining Room:

Complete with 18th century marquetry and a superb recessed plasterwork ceiling, this room is ideal for an intimate ceremony for 50

guests or 40 guests for a wedding breakfastThe Old Laundry:

For evening parties located only a short stroll from the Castle in the main courtyard. The fully refurbished room complete with bar and dancing area is ideal for up to 100 guests. This room also benefits from use of the courtyard which is perfect for al-fresco dining on warm

summer eveningsIf your wedding is particularly large or small we have other options available including the guard room and dining room for smaller weddings

or a luxury marquee for larger celebrations.

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Located in the heart of one of the best food producing regions in the country, our chefs are very fortunate to be able to source some of the finest possible ingredients for your wedding. Literally on our doorstep are some amazing meats, fruits and vegetables. Here at Muncaster we breed our own rare-breed pork and many of our fruit and vegetables

are grown in the historic kitchen garden.

Whether you choose a banquet, buffet, barbeque or bacon rolls, our chef ’s will ensure you enjoy food of the highest standard.

We can also help you choose the finest wines and beverages to compliment the food and with some incredible local breweries and cider producers we can create a real taste of Cumbria for your big

day.

EAT, DRINK AND BE MERRY

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GARDENSThe family are happy for wedding parties to use the front lawn of the Castle for photographs and drinks receptions; with the Castle as an amazing backdrop you are sure to have some wonderful photographs.The terrace has spectacular views of the Lakeland fells and there are acres upon acres of trees, plants and shrubs which are free for your guests to explore and are there for your photographer to capture some

unforgettable images for you to treasure.There is also our adventure playground and Meadow Vole Maze to

keep the children entertained.We also have the World Owl Centre at Muncaster and they are happy

to arrange displays and photographs if your desire.

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One of the joys of Muncaster is the ever changing landscapes, Of course summer weddings are wonderful but we can also provide you with a wonderful setting throughout the year, the explosion of rhododendrons in spring, the splendid colours of autumn or the roaring log fires and crisp clear skies of winter can help you to have your own winter wonderland

wedding.

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ACCOMMODATIONThe Coachman’s Quarters are in the stable yard in the heart of the gardens. The 4* guest accommodation has ten bedrooms and can accommodate up to 28 people complete with a fully equipped kitchen, lounge and dining room, ideal for a wedding party weekend. Our memorable Cumbrian breakfast will be served in Creeping Kate’s Kitchen. We also have the Pennington Hotel in Ravenglass which is a top quality fully serviced 3* hotel which has 22 luxury rooms and is only 5 minutes drive from Muncaster. We also have a number of self catering

cottages in Ravenglass which can accommodate another 30 guests.

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DIRECTORY OF RECCOMMENDED SERVICES

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PHOTOGRAPHY 10Capture your wedding day or special occasion forever. Enlisting the services of a professional photographer will make the photo album the

most treasured memento of your day.

CAKES & FAVOURS 13The grand centre piece of any wedding feast is the cake and why not

treat your guests with a bespoke wedding day favour.

BEAUTY 14We recommend enlisting the services of a professional team to ensure

you look and therefore feel great all day.

ENTERTAINMENT 14You can be sure to please the entire bridal party from our selection of

recommended entertainment services.

FLORISTRY 16Flowers create a lasting impression on your wedding ceremony or

special occasion.

TRANSPORT 18You deserve the very best on your special day. That is why you should

experience the ultimate chauffeur service for your wedding.

VIDEOGRAPHER 19Enlist the service of a professional to ensure you get the best memories

of your day to treasure forever on film

Julie’sCakes Cumbria

Celebration cakes made to orderWeddings • Christenings • Anniversaries

019467 24120 • 07841 846894 julie_fl etcher@btinternet.com

www.juliescakescumbria.co.ukLongholme, Holmrook, Cumbria. CA19 1UG

The perfect favour for the perfect wedding…

Grasmere Gingerbread

Add the perfect finishing touch to your special day in the Lake District with Grasmere Gingerbread® wedding favours. Presented as either heart-shaped or traditional pieces and dressed in beautiful pouches, tins or boxes, our delicious and unusual favours will delight your guests. Grasmere Gingerbread® is still baked fresh every day inside the world-famous Grasmere Gingerbread Shop in the heart of Cumbria. A cross between a biscuit and a cake, it was invented by Victorian cook Sarah Nelson in 1854 and is now eaten by royalty, Hollywood stars and

a host of celebrities.

Give your wedding the star treatment with Grasmere Gingerbread® wedding favours.

Tel: 015394 35428 or visit our website

www.grasmeregingerbread.co.ukPersonalised ribbon service available.

Full-Time Professional Disco, DVD and Blu-Ray ServiceWith over 30 years experience, we’ve become perfectionists in fusing Disco with Videography

DISCOCreate request lists onlineScreen for viewing guest photosFriendly and approachable DJOptional karaokeMulti-point lasers and LED Lighting

VIDEO Three free DVDs or Blu-Ray

Approval service Personalised cover artwork

Photo gallery includedCyrstal clear pictures & sound

TEL: 01900 605060 www.motiv-8.co.uk TEXT: 07879 422 938

Pro Musica

We are an experienced, professional ensemble offering a range of classical, light and popular music in packages to

suit your individual needs.

E: promusica@hotmail.co.ukT: 07867667452

STRING QUARTET

Harriet Lamb

Choose from a wide repertoire of music from the Classical greats and traditional folk through to fi lm themes and pop tunes for your ceremony

and as background music during the reception.

To arrange a free consultation contact Harriet Lamb:

T: 07810232010E: harpingharriet@hotmail.com

Make your wedding an extra special, elegant and emotional experience with the enchanting sound of a golden harp

Efflorescence invites you to experience the very best in distinctive wedding floristry. Bridal and bridesmaid bouquets are created imaginatively with you in mind. We offer a personalised service which is second to none, whatever your requirements, large or small.

We can make your wedding event a stunning visual success by co-ordinating chair covers, table settings, swags & drapes. Our appointments service ensures you will have our undivided attention to help you decide your requirements and develop your ideas.

www.efflorescence.co.uk

Or contact us on:

T: 01229 824418M: 07745 064145 / 07742 076917

Email: enquiries@efflorescence.co.uk

Perfectly Planted

Perfectly Planted is a small and very personal florists situated at Whitecroft, Gosforth. We aim to provide every bride with the attention she deserves for her big day, to give her not only one to remember but one to treasure. We offer a friendly service and will share in your excitement from start to finish. We believe that flowers should

reflect the personality of the people they are for.

We take time to discuss your requirements over a cuppa and on the big day deliver your flowers personally. Ring us or call in to arrange a free consultation whether you have lots of ideas or haven't got a clue we can offer help and advice to create the wedding flowers you have dreamed of.

www.perfectly-planted.co.uk

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Timeless luxury for your dream weddingWe are a small family run business enabling us to give you our

undivided attention on your special day. Our Ivory and Burgundy

fi ve glass landau can be totally enclosed or fully open depending

on the weather

Tel: 016974 78495

Email: info@lakelandcarriages.co.uk

Web: www.lakelandcarriages.co.uk

Original horse drawn carriages for all occasions

Lakeland Carriages

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