Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa in Ascot unveils new wedding packages

Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa has seen a 25% spike in enquiries after launching a series of flexible wedding packages created specially to help couples tie the knot following lockdown. Following its re-opening last month, the four star venue had responded to significant pent-up demand, and has re-shaped its offering to accommodate a range of wedding requests, creating a magical experience in a romantic and safe environment.

In line with government guidelines, intimate ceremonies can now be held in front of a small group of family and friends, and the venue is offering the potential to hold this small ceremony now with a larger reception at a later date. These 'sequel weddings' have been particularly popular with the venue, with wedding coordinators working closely with couples to plan not one, but two special days. Demand is also growing for 'shift weddings' which mean couples do not have to compromise on guest numbers, hosting one group of family and friends for the ceremony and another for an extended wedding breakfast the following day.

Bookings for larger weddings in 2021/2022 are also on the rise, and the hotel is seeing increased bookings for up to 400 guests in its Windsor and Eton Suite. The impact of COVID-19 can also be seen with couples preferring to book a wedding with the safety and security of everything under one roof rather than having to liaise with multiple suppliers at this challenging time. The hotel can easily and quickly adapt its offering in line with changing government guidelines.

Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa's team of specialist wedding coordinators will take care of every part of the wedding journey, from venue hire and catering to overnight accommodation for guests. At the on-site spa, couples will be able to pamper themselves before the big day, or relax and unwind in the knowledge that everything will be taken care of by the hotel's team of wedding experts. Rachel Evans, wedding coordinator at Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa said, "The last few months have created a lot of uncertainty within the wedding market, but we are now seeing a marked rise in consumer confidence. This period of lockdown gave us all time to reflect on what is most important to us, and couples are still focused on showcasing their love and commitment to one in other in front of family and friends, and are happy to adapt so their special day can still happen. Your wedding is one of the most special days of your life and we give a promise to each of our couples that we will do everything we can to create the day they have always dreamed of. As we navigate these unprecedented times, it is the ability to be flexible which will get us through. Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa is one of our most romantic wedding venues, with a range of function rooms available. Couples also have the option to tie the knot outside in our beautifully serene gardens."

Located within a hotel setting, the venue also has everything needed under one roof, removing the hassle and uncertainty of dealing with multiple suppliers. Set within stunning landscaped gardens, the four-star Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa has everything needed for a memorable and spectacular wedding. The secluded manor house, which is part of the leading independent hotel group Macdonald Hotels & Resorts, enjoys an on-site spa, where brides can indulge in a pre-wedding pamper session, a roof-top terrace perfect for reception drinks and an award-winning restaurant. From acres of flawlessly manicured gardens, to a sweeping oak staircase and romantic open fire place, couples will be spoilt for choice when searching for the ideal backdrop for wedding photography. A short drive from Heathrow Airport and less than an hour from central London, the venue is also easily accessible to guests traveling from across the country.

For more information, please visit www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk/our-hotels/south-england/ascot/macdonald-berystede-hotel-spa