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Food & Drink
Food, glorious food...and drink
Deciding your menu together is one of the most exciting parts of your planning journey.
Our award-winning chefs can work with you to bring all your foodie fantasies to life, whether that be exquisite fine dining, sharing platters, street food, theatre-style cooking, or something completely new (we are open to amazing ideas!).
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LOCAL INGREDIENTS
Fresh, locally sourced produce
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AWARD-WINNING CHEFS
Expert Culinary Team
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DIETARY OPTIONS
Vegan, Gluten-free & More
Arrival & Welcome
Set the scene for a fabulous day with carefully selected arrival drinks and canapés that will delight your guests from the moment they arrive.
Great time to make an impact and set the scene for a fabulous day.
After the ceremony, canapés are usually circulated to delight your guests.
Your favourite tipple ready for the celebration!
Wedding Breakfast
Whether you dream of theatrical cooking at the table or a feast of street food, our creative and passionate chefs can create the most mouth-watering, delicious food for you and your guests.
Enjoy the glory of food. All your dreams can come true just let us know what you would like.
Have a look at the ample selection of drinks to be served with your main meal.
Perfect pairings curated by our Head Chef and Sommelier.
Have a look at our suggestions, here are some ideas.
Record your guests food choices here.
The Speeches
Upgrade your drink for the speeches to make it just that more special
Evening Reception
Live Music, DJ and/or Entertainment
Let your personality shine through during your evening celebration by putting together a playlist of songs for your DJ or musicians.
First Dance
Whether it’s a Strictly-style waltz or a freestyle boogie, your first dance is a very special one.
Choose a song you both love as you will cherish it forever
Choose from rustic hog roasts, delicious BBQ banquets, grand manor feasts, dramatic live theatre cooking, and scrummy grazing stations
Your evening guests are wined and dined from the moment they arrive with a welcome cocktail, wine or beer.
Late Night at The Rock Bar
Retire to the Rock Bar and continue to party with your closest friends & family
Morning Breakfast
And in the morning a wonderful breakfast awaits...
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book my registrar to marry me at Manor By The Lake?
Now that you have made the very exciting decision to get married at Manor By The Lake, if you are wanting a legal civil ceremony to take place with us, please proceed to book your registrar as soon as possible by calling 01452 425060. You can choose anytime 1pm onwards for your ceremony to take place, any questions which you have about timings before you call the registrars please just ask.
What time can wedding preparations start?
You can begin your wedding preparations in the Cottage from 08:00 on your Wedding Morning. Earlier access can be arranged if you need an early start!
Access to your chosen suite in the Manor House is from 11:30. The team on the day will advise and assist when this is ready for you to move across for those finishing touches and photo opportunities.
We also have our wonderful Rock Bar as a secondary area – access is from 11:00 and this is a wonderful space for your photograph opportunities.
What time is check-in and check-out for the bedrooms?
Guests are welcome to check-in to their bedrooms from 12:30pm. Check-out is at 10:00am the following morning.
Can you cater for special dietary requirements?
Our chefs are happy to accommodate any dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, dairy free and allergies. Please let us know in advance of any special requirements so that we can prepare accordingly.
Are you able to help us planning our wedding?
Absolutely! We offer a Planning Plus service which is always available to you. If you are interested, please let a member of the Planning Team know, so that they can go through the different services and options to you.
Is my dog allowed at Manor By The Lake?
Your dog is more than welcome to join you for your wedding day. The only time dogs aren't allowed in the room is during food service, but we do have a pet friendly room - Room 12. Please let us know in advance, so the team can prepare accordingly.
Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham England GL51 6PN