The marquee was the first thing that drew us to Drakestone as we had always wanted a marquee wedding. When we then looked into what the wedding package included, we thought it was great that we would get the house for the weekend of the wedding for our close friends and family to stay with us.

Arriving at Drakestone and seeing the house and gardens was such a special feeling and we were so excited to get inside. Whilst looking around Drakestone, we loved the feel of the house. It is so cosy and homely as well as being immaculately clean and fresh. It really did feel like a home away from home.

The grounds are stunning and there is still plenty of room with the marquee on the lawn. The marquee is a fantastic size and in great condition. We loved the drapes and chandeliers etc that came with it and the fact that we could pick our tables and chairs as well as other optional extras.

We decided to have fairy lights and the black starcloth over the dancefloor which was really effective and I highly recommend. Alongside this, it was amazing knowing that we would be in the capable hands of Rebecca who not only comes with a wealth of experience but is so accommodating, friendly and professional.

We were absolutely in love with Drakestone House at this point and had such a feeling of happiness whilst looking around.

4. What was the “best bit” about your wedding? 

Every part of it was so exciting for different reasons. I loved the fact that we could be at Drakestone the day before the wedding, so we were able to get everything organised and set up in the marquee as well as get settled into the house.

We had our immediate family over and enjoyed a meal together that evening. The wedding morning was a lovely girly morning at Drakestone with bridesmaids etc having hair and makeup done.

Having so much space at Drakestone meant that we were all able to socialise and enjoy the morning together before we left for the Church. We had the added bonus of having a housekeeper in to help make drinks and prepare and serve breakfast, alongside clearing up, taking that stress away from us. After this, it was exciting to know that when we returned at Drakestone, we would be welcoming our friends and family and sharing such an amazing wedding venue with them.

I loved the fact that we could be at Drakestone the day before the wedding, so we were able to get everything organised and set up in the marquee as well as get settled into the house.

Before coming across Drakestone, accommodation wasn’t a key factor to us at all. Most of our family and friends live locally so we wouldn’t have needed to think about having places nearby for them to stay. However, after visiting Drakestone and realising what benefits it had to offer by having our close family and friends to share this weekend with, it has become one of the best things about our wedding. We are able to look back and reflect with different people and it has created such lovely memories for everyone.

9. What did you love about the house? Anything in particular?

We loved everything about the house! All rooms are a great size and decorated so tastefully. There are plenty of bathrooms and showers for guests to use with ease.

The kitchen and dining room were two of the most used rooms in the house as they were great for socialising and had everything that you would need for cooking, eating and drinking.

The upkeep of the cleanliness, including bed linen and towels was of a very high standard. We knew our wedding at Drakestone would be incredible but even so, it managed to exceed our expectations!