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A wistful wedding away with Hope Estate

Modern Wedding Posted: October 24, 2011

We live in a such a fast-paced world now, where days tick by faster than ever before, so I get an extra dose of ‘Yay’ when I open a beautiful invitation to a destination wedding! A great excuse to head out of town and forget ‘life’ for a while.

Many couples are choosing to look beyond their areas to get married, because their celebration can be celebrated that little bit more by their guests. Guests are taken away from their next-day to-do lists, there are no designated drivers needed (usually) and they are surrounded by a big group of friends and family all in holiday-mode together.

What a wonderful note to start a life together on.

Wedding at the Hunter Valley

Photography on Hermitage

One of my favourite wedding destinations is NSW’s stunning Hunter Valley region. It is only two hours north of Sydney, but it feels like you’re a million miles away. The whole area spells style and sophistication, guests can enjoy chocolate tasting and canapes overlooking the vineyards, or if they would prefer adventure, there is no shortage of what to do: Golf; organic day spas; hot-air ballooning; wine tasting; village fairs; jazz festivals; cycling or horse riding. I’m sure a tourist info bureau could add considerably to this list!

Vineyards at Broke in the Hunter Valley

Vineyards at Broke in the Hunter Valley

If you are considering hosting your wedding in this luxurious destination, you should definitely check out Hope Estate’s first annual Wedding Open Day. Have a look around the area whilst you are there – you will be swept away.

During your visit to Hope Estate, walk through their incredible Great Cask Hall (as featured on The Farmer Wants a Wife), sample from their menu, of course taste their beautiful wine and meet the local wedding suppliers. Hope Estate will have the venue set up for a wedding, so pack your imagination and imagine how it feels walking into the reception.

The Great Cask Hall - reception set up

The Great Cask Hall

Hope Estate vineyard wedding

Winery Reception - The Great Cask HallNight reception - Great Cask HallThe details of the Wedding Open Day:

Where: Hope Estate, 2213 Broke Road
Pokolbin NSW 2320
When: Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th October 2011
Time: 10am – 4pm

Register by calling 02 49933509 or email [email protected]

Book your wedding on the day and get $500 off your on-site ceremony.

 

If you want a handy check list of what to ask when you visit a possible venue download our Questions to Ask your Venue checklist now.

Kate x

What would be the best thing about organising a destination wedding??

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