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�Weddings in Lancaster
�eddings in Lancaster
�eddingsin Lancaster
The city of Lancaster has a rich history
and heritage, with stunning Georgian
and Edwardian architecture of national
importance. Two of its most famous
buildings were given to the city by the
famous local industrialist and philanthropist
Lord Ashton. The Ashton Memorial was
completed in 1909 and opened to the
public just a few weeks before Lancaster
Town Hall.
If you are looking for somewhere unique
and very special to hold your wedding
ceremony, or a venue with a difference for
your reception, make an appointment today
for a tour of our beautiful buildings and to
discuss your individual requirements.
Two venues built by the same local
businessman but each with its own
distinctive features, choose the venue that is
right for your wedding, or why not hold your
ceremony in one and your reception just a
short distance away in its sister venue.
Lancaster Town Hall is a magnificent
building full of history, offering grand and
richly decorated rooms of various sizes,
a magnificent marble staircase perfect
for photographs, a dance floor, bar and
catering facilities – everything you need to
make your day special and unique.
The iconic Ashton Memorial within
Williamson Park is an extremely popular
wedding venue. Williamson Park is set
within 54 acres of beautiful woodland and
the spectacular panoramic views over
Morecambe Bay and the Lake District
provide stunning backdrops for your photos
and for watching the sunset after your
perfect day.
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The �shton Memorial
The Ashton Memorial is a folly dominating the
Lancaster skyline and is visible for many miles
around. It was commissioned by Lord Ashton as
a tribute to his late wife and was completed in
1909.
With its stunning marble floor, sweeping
staircases and magnificent views, the Ashton
Memorial has become Lancaster’s most exclusive
venue for weddings and civil partnerships. The
large windows allow light to stream in all around
and the grand ceiling has colourful murals
framing a magnificent ornate light fitting.
The wedding party and guests arrive through
the eastern entrance which faces the superb
Edwardian Palm House, home to a collection
of tropical butterflies and plants. Your wedding
ceremony will take place on the ground floor and
you and your guests will also have access to the
architectural splendour and breathtaking scenery
from the first floor viewing gallery.
The photographic opportunities are endless;
with the stunning architecture of the Ashton
Memorial and the park grounds, including a
secluded glade with its own waterfall, a lake
complete with a romantic arched bridge, and the
backdrop of Morecambe Bay and the Lakeland
Fells, you will have an album full of beautiful
images to treasure forever.
After the ceremony
After your ceremony you can celebrate in
style with a champagne reception (please
speak to the Wedding Coordinator for more
information). You could even arrange for a
tour of the tropical Butterfly House for you
and your guests.
For young guests there is plenty of space
outdoors for them to let off steam around
the park and in the play area. The Pavilion
café serves refreshments and the gift shop
has an excellent range of souvenirs. Entrance
tickets are also available from the shop for
the Butterfly House, mini beast cave and
woodland garden .
Why not continue your celebration with us into the night?
Wedding Receptions
The Ashton Memorial makes a truly special
venue for your wedding reception. After your
ceremony we will transform the ground floor
of the Ashton Memorial, and with your chosen
caterers, bar, musicians or entertainment
you can continue to celebrate in style. Our
wedding coordinator works closely with
you in the run up to the big day to ensure
that your wedding reception meets all your
requirements and expectations.
How to book
For more information on booking your
wedding ceremony and/or reception at the
Ashton Memorial, please call our Wedding
Coordinator on 01524 33318, ext 24. Or email:
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�ancaster Town Hall
Lancaster Town Hall is truly a building suited
to a special occasion. From the moment you
enter by the front steps, to the magnificent
white marble staircase where you can pose
for beautiful photographs, its grandeur is
perfect for your wedding day.
The Town Hall is fully licensed to hold civil
wedding ceremonies or partnerships, as well
as wedding receptions. There are rooms of
various styles and sizes to choose from which
can be decorated to your specifications. Our
fully equipped kitchens can be hired out in
conjunction with any of our rooms, and the
choice of caterer is up to you. Our friendly
and efficient staff will be on hand to help
make sure your day goes to plan.
There are a number of magnificent rooms to
choose from in which to hold both your civil
ceremony and your reception:
Council Chamber
A unique and intimate room for your
ceremony; the oak panelled Council
Chamber houses the original Mayor’s
Chair and ornately carved seating dating
from 1909. Arranged in a horseshoe and
consisting of two banks, there is seating for
around 40 people.
The Reception Room and the Banqueting
Room are beautiful oak panelled rooms,
richly decorated and with plenty of natural
light. These rooms can be used for both civil
ceremonies and receptions.
The Banqueting Suite
For a ceremony with a larger audience, or as
a perfect setting for your reception, a solid
oak screen, counterweighted and raised up
into the roof space above, opens up the
Banqueting Room and Reception Room to
create the Banqueting Suite. The suite holds
up to 180 people and can accommodate a
dance floor and bar facility.
The Ashton Hall
A perfect venue for a larger wedding
reception, the Ashton Hall, with its
magnificent pipe organ, was built by Lord
Ashton as a concert hall for the city of
Lancaster.
The hall holds up to 600 people, or 250
dining. It has a sprung dance floor and bar
facility. The stage can be decorated in a
variety of ways, and makes the perfect setting
for the larger, more lavish occasion.
After the ceremony
The Memorial Gardens provide a beautiful
backdrop for your photographs, after which
there are a variety of rooms available for your
wedding reception, accommodating from 50
to 250 people – perfect for celebrating your
special day with family and friends.
How to book
For information on the rooms and facilities
available, including rates, or to arrange a
viewing of this splendid building, please
contact our events coordinator, Michelle
Shorrock, on 01524 582583.
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�ccommodationfor you and your guests in and around Lancaster
Lancaster’s Visitor Information
Centre offers advice and a complete
Accommodation Booking Service for
all your guests, together with expert
advice and suggestions on things to
do in Lancaster, Morecambe and the
Lune Valley.
Our friendly and knowledgeable staff
will be happy to provide you with
lists of accommodation and will even
handle the booking for you, leaving
you to focus on the wedding itself.
Please contact:
Lancaster Visitor Information Centre
The Storey
Meeting House Lane
Lancaster LA1 1TH
Tel: 01524 582394
Email: [email protected]
Visit: www.citycoastcountryside.co.uk
�lowers by Catherine
As a specialist Wedding Florist, I can appreciate the importance of
every floral detail of your Wedding day. From the exquisite Bridal
and Bridesmaid bouquets, to table centre pieces for your Wedding
Breakfast and everything in between.
At our consultation, I will listen to your dreams for your big day and,
using my design expertise and years of Wedding Floristry experience,
will create the perfect flowers for your perfect day.
My Studio is based in the heart of Lancaster with an extensive portfolio
covering The Lake District and the North Lancashire areas.
Contact Catherine today to arrange an appointment and visit her
website to view previous work and testimonials.
Telephone: 01524 542888 Mobile: 07780972719info@weddingflowers-bycatherine.co.ukwww.weddingflowers-bycatherine.co.uk
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Visit Butterfly Bridal and be sure to find friendly yet professional surroundings,
an exquisite collection of Bridal Gowns, beautiful Bridesmaids outfits, Men’s
Formal Hire from one of the UK’s leading hirewear companies. We also stock a
stunning range of Mother of the Bride and Groom outfits, plus a complete
range of gorgeous bridal accessories.
�utterfly Bridal
20 New Street, Lancaster LA1 1EG Telephone: 01524 555 899
Email: [email protected] www.butterfly-bridal.co.uk
�orough
Fine Ale, Food & Wine
3 Dalton Square, Lancaster LA1 1PP
01524 64170
www.theboroughlancaster.co.uk
The
Reception Venue & Outside Catering Service
Michelin Recommended Food.
We can tailor-make your event to suit any special
requirements or budget suitable for 20 to 200 people.
Wedding & Civil Partnership Specialists.
Locally Reared Hog Roasts available as an informal or
formal buffet.
Full Outside Bar services available
Please enquire for pictures of our previous functions at
the Ashton Memorial and the Town Hall.
We specialise in catering at the Ashton Memorial.
Please ring Hannah to discuss your big day over a glass
of champagne!
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Churchill Historic Wedding Cars
are pleased to offer a small but
immaculate collection of wedding cars
for hire, a vintage 1928 Ford Model
‘A’ Phaeton, a historic 1953 Ford ‘Pop’
and a classic 1986 Vauxhall Senator.
Our wedding cars will carry Bride,
Groom, Bridesmaids and family
members from your home, to
church and then on to your wedding
reception venue as you require. All
our cars are decorated with rosettes
and ribbons in ivory or white,
personalised with touches of your own
choice of colours if desired. We also
offer a complimentary small bottle
of ‘bubbly’ to get your celebrations
started - our gift to the bride and
groom.
Churchill Historic Wedding Cars are
the first choice for wedding cars in
Lancaster and the surrounding areas
of Morecambe, Kendal and the South
Lakes.
Contact us today for availability and a
quote!
Our Classic Vauxhall Senator is available FREE when you hire either or both of our other 2 cars!
Churchill Historic Wedding Cars 12 Church Hill Avenue Warton Carnforth Lancashire LA5 9NU
Telephone: 01524 734883 Email: [email protected]
www.churchillweddingcars.co.uk
�hurchill Historic Wedding CarsVintage, Historic & Classic Wedding Cars
Call or email us today to arrange an appointment.
Telephone: 01524 858741 | Mobile: 07903 193 470
www.somethingbluecreations.co.uk | [email protected]
Something Blue Creations specialise in creating handmade wedding
invitations and stationery for your special day. All our stationery is
handcrafted, which means we can coordinate your design with your
chosen colours and theme, for truly unique wedding stationery. Choose
from one of our many collections or create your own personalised style
with us.
* Colour Matching Service - Choose from over 50 card and ribbon
colours.
* Bespoke Design Service - Create your perfect invitations with us.
* Free Consultations - To couples in Lancaster and surrounding areas.
�omething Blue Creations
Bevington’s Catering serves top quality
homemade food with ingredients sourced
from local suppliers. All weddings are
personally supervised by Katherine who
will support you from the initial enquiry to
the big day itself. Menus are tailored to the
individual and occasion concerned, with
particular attention being paid to personal
tastes, dietary requirements and budgets.
Testimonials from many happy couples can
be provided. Please do not hesitate to get
in touch at any time.
Tel: 01524 37858 Mobile: 07825 578294Email: [email protected]
www.bevingtonscatering.com
�evington’s Catering
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Visit www.earlephotos.com
or
Call Stephanie on 07960 358243
� � Photography
Wedding packages starting from £400
Telephone: 01524 39395 | Mobile: 07581 183203Web: www.destinycovers.co.uk | Email: [email protected]
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Photographs of weddings at Lancaster Town Hall and the Ashton Memorial byNeil Redfern Photography and Martyn Mackie Photography.
Lancaster Town Hall and the Ashton Memorial have been approved by Lancashire County Council as venues for marriage in pursuance of section 26(1)(bb) of the Marriage Act 1949 and the formation of civil partnerships under
section 6 (3A)(a) of the Civil Partnership Act 2004.
Both the Ashton Memorial and Lancaster Town Hall are situated approximately fifteen minutes from junctions 33 and 34 of the M6 motorway.
For the Ashton Memorial, after leaving the motorway follow signs for Lancaster city centre and brown signs (showing a butterfly) to Williamson Park. There is a car park on Wyresdale Road and disabled parking via the Quernmore Road entrance.
Williamson Park, Quernmore Road, Lancaster LA1 1UX Tel: 01524 33318 www.lancaster.gov.uk/williamsonpark
For Lancaster Town Hall, from junction 33, follow signs for Lancaster city centre. Follow the one-way system down King Street, keeping in the right-hand lane. Turn right after the Travelodge, onto Common Garden Street. At the next traffic lights continue straight on into Dalton Square where there is short-stay parking, or continue past the Town Hall to the long-stay car park on the right-hand side of Nelson Street.
From junction 34, follow signs for Lancaster city centre, following the one-way system onto Thurnham Street and turning left into Dalton Square (after the Queen Victoria statue).
Lancaster Town Hall, Dalton Square, Lancaster LA1 1PJ Tel: 01524 582583 www.lancaster.gov.uk
�ow to find us
www.lancaster.gov.uk/weddings