At Eltham Palace, an ancient bridge crosses the moat and leads to a turning circle in front of the double doors opening into the Art Deco mansion.
Inside, this circular wood-panelled room, exquisitely picked out in shades of coffee and cream, is where many couples choose to marry. Like a Hollywood star, brides can make an entrance down one of a pair of curved staircases before the couple exchange vows beneath a glass dome.
Family and friends can surround you during the ceremony and afterwards, French doors lead directly to the terrace beyond, where drinks may be served in fine weather, overlooking the flower gardens.
Al fresco drinks may also be served after your ceremony on the wisteria covered terrace, just a step away from the mansion’s domed Entrance Hall. Eltham Palace also boasts a series of rooms with original features, including Virginia Courtauld’s boudoir, bedroom and gold mosaic bathroom, which may be used by couples hiring Eltham Palace for photography.
