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8th February 2024
A flurry of snow isn’t something every bride dreams of when it comes to their wedding. But it was for Beth Saba – who was hoping for a sophisticated Black Tie Wedding during the winter season.
And a light dusting of snow was all it took to make Beth’s day just after she and husband Cristian had exchanged their vows in Ellingham Hall’s ornate Ceremony Room.
Beth explains, “Cristian proposed to me on 6th February, so we wanted our wedding to be as close to the date as possible. It bleached down with snow when we got engaged and I always dreamed of a white winter wedding.
“It wasn’t until after the ceremony and we were enjoying our wedding breakfast in the Chapel that we were lucky to have a flurry of snow. Hannah, our wedding planner, dashed in to say it was snowing. So, we quickly rushed to see it. It wasn’t much and we didn’t get any great photos, but the fact it snowed was an extra part of making my day unforgettable!”
NOTES FROM THE BRIDE
How was it getting married in the Winter?
It was cold and my arms were quite chilly, but I was just so high on adrenaline I didn’t feel it that much. Getting married in the winter was what we wanted as we got engaged in February. Having just a little bit of snow made it a perfect wedding day.
Why did you choose a Midweek Wedding?
The date we chose was the closest date we could get to the day we got engaged in 2022. I really loved the idea of getting married on a Thursday, which meant we still had the chance to enjoy the long weekend before going back to work and normality.
What made you choose a Black-Tie Dress code?
We’d been to a few weddings previously where the groom and groomsmen wore black tie, and the rest of the guests were in normal dress. I personally preferred the option of having everyone in a tuxedo, I think it looks smart. So, we made our dress code black tie, so all guests could wear it, not just the groom and the groomsmen. I thought our Black Tie Wedding looked great, especially during winter. It also worked well with the sophisticated backdrop of Ellingham Hall.
Why did you Choose Ellingham Hall as your Dream Venue?
Exclusive use was a major factor for us. I didn’t like the idea of getting married and mingling with people from other weddings or events. That was definitely a major draw. But also the fact that the Hall is set in large, beautiful countryside grounds with peacocks parading the lawns, which I thought was fabulous.
Debbie, Head of Weddings was also amazing during our viewing. We loved her straight away and immediately trusted her and everything just seemed to fall into place.
So, a Two-Night Wedding was new to you both?
It was, I didn’t know a Two Night Wedding was a thing. I feel it is extremely popular now, but when we booked, it wasn’t on our radar. That was an added bonus really.
Did your guests enjoy the Two Night Wedding Experience?
Everyone thought it was lovely. They absolutely loved the After Dark experience. I hadn’t really told many people about it. The party didn’t start properly until after 9pm and for it to finish at midnight would have been a shame. I’m really pleased we decided to opt for the wedding after party, as it gave guests an extra chance to just keep on dancing – It was good fun!
What’s your Advice to Couples planning a Wedding?
My advice would be to exclude all outside noise and do exactly what you and your partner want to do. I think it’s very easy to get influenced by what friends or family might think or say. All my family and friends were against the bridesmaids being in black dresses. But I really liked that idea of a Black Tie Wedding and stuck with it, and I’m so pleased I did because I think the dresses looked fab. I think you’ve just got to do what you want to do and remember, it’s your day. Just try and forget about other people’s opinions because at the end of the day, it’s about what you and your partner want to do.
If you are looking for winter wedding venues in Northumberland or an exclusive two night wedding, contact our team today to arrange a viewing appointment.
Credits
Photographer & Videographer – Carro Studio
Registrar – Northumberland Registrars
Wedding Planner – The Wedding Taylor
Bridal Gown – YAP Bridal
Groom Suit – Hugo Boss
Bridesmaid Dresses – Victoria Lou Bridal
Groomsman’s Suits – Moss Bros
Hair & MUA – Lisa Jones
Cake – Marielle’s Cake Boutique
Event Styling – Wild and Wonderful
Singers – Glen Roughead & North East Soiree
Band – Foxland Band
Light Up Letters – Coco Luminaire
Shimmer Wall – Balloonilicious
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“The hall catered for everything we needed, from the luxury entrance rooms, to the grounds outside, which we used to talk with clients in more detail afterwards. It was exactly what we wanted to allow us to host a presentation of this size. Guests were welcomed with a selection of drinks and canapés in the entrance hall and then again on departure. The seminar itself took place in the Chapel, while the dining room and drawing room provided the perfect spaces clients to relax.
Michael Sage, Director, Sage Wealth Management
What a beautiful venue! Me and my partner just got married at Ellingham and we could not have chosen a better venue. From booking the venue, to our special day everything was just amazing. Staff have been so great with us and were always there to answer any questions we had leading up to our day. Our special day ran smoothly thanks to all the staff here and all the staff were just so nice from start to finish. All our guests commented on how amazing the venue was and how amazing the staff had been with everyone. We cannot thank everyone there enough for helping to make our day so special.
Rebecca & Aidan Morrison, 13th February 2025
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“I have hosted seminars for over 30 years, all over the country at various well-known venues. At Ellingham Hall you remember everything, from the beautiful quirky venue which has retained its historic features, the friendly staff, great service and the delicious food and amazing coffee! The meeting room had good light and was the perfect size for our event. It was lovely to have use of the comfortable reception rooms too for breaks and lunch. I was very impressed with the extra spaces such as the basement games room and rooftop networking terrace. It is a hidden jewel in the North-East and I am planning to return soon for a private family event”
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“We like to do something different, and Ellingham Hall is certainly out of the ordinary. We had a fantastic time for our staff party and team building. The activities were fantastic and enabled us to get our teams mixed up and get everybody bonding and having a good time together in an amazing environment. We would recommend Ellingham Hall to anyone, the guys here are fantastic.”
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