Who hasn't dreamt about a destination wedding in England? Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa of Cumbria is one of England's most beautiful locations.  Set on 400 acres amongst parks, woodlands and lake frontage on a majestic private estate. Partially standing on the original site of a manor owned by Sir Adamde Bassenthwaite during the reign of Edward II, this hotel is personally run by its resident owners, the Graves family. Constant improvement of this lavish, stately English home is of utmost importance to the family so it's luxurious traditional appeal is hard to beat.

 

Armathwaite Hall is licensed for weddings and is a stunning place to have one. They have everything you could possibly need right at your fingertips, including a recommended list of wedding suppliers. You can begin your day with a wedding breakfast served banquet style and finish off the night dancing in one of their special suites with a private bar.

 

All accommodations are luxurious and beautifully decorated; each room with its own special characteristics. For you and your guests there are four types of rooms to pick from. The hardest part may be deciding between the Studio Suites, Deluxe Rooms, Superior Rooms, and Club Rooms.

 

Master Chef Kevin Dowling enlists the help of fresh local produce at its seasonal finest as well as various Cumbrian specialities to ensure only the highest quality for the hotel's delectable cuisine. Those of you who love to indulge in fine foods will quickly come to appreciate his efforts. In addition to the gourmet food, you can choose from over 110 different wines. A full afternoon tea is also available for socializing with your bridal party or wedding guests.

 

Armathwaite offers a wonderful assortment of amenities and activities. You will have at your disposal a lush garden, a well-equipped gym, aheli-pad (should you need it!), fishing, tennis, croquet, broadband Internet in common areas, an indoor pool, sauna, spa, steam room, holistic beauty salon, archery, clay pigeon shooting, meeting rooms and even a wildlife park. 

 

This is the perfect place to explore the amazing region of England's Lake District. Fantastic views are plenty and this area is famous for terms of natural scenery which has inspired poets such as Wordsworth and Keats.

 

In addition to on site activities, there are many area attractions to take in as well. Among some of the most popular are Beatrix Potter's Home and Museum, Trotters World of Animals, Hadrian's Wall, Wordsworth's Dove Cottage and Rheged Discovery Centre. 

 

Certainly you will have your fill of activities and will be ready to follow them up with some relaxation and pampering. Ease into your soft, cozy robe and slippers, sip on herbal tea and enjoy what the hotel has to offer you during your down time. Several spa treatments are available for you to choose from. 

 

Armathwaite offers monthly Internet only specials, so be sure to check those out to see what great deals you may be able to find.