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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-wedding-bliss">WEDDING BLISS</h2>



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<p>A glance at this handsome Grade I listed building is enough to tell you that it is, well,&nbsp;<em>massive</em>, not least because of its sky-high stone pillars and whopping six storeys, but The Ashmolean offers a smorgasbord of spaces fit for arty party weddings of all sizes and styles. Looking at timate guest list of 20? The 19th Century Art Gallery, Pre-Raphaelites Gallery, and The Cast Gallery all fit the brief. And they all house unique sculpture collections – gorgeous but probably best to keep any extreme dance moves to a minimum.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Going big? Then bring your 900 guests (yep, we’re talking super-sized) into the upper galleries to mingle among the world-class artefacts. If your entourage is a a more modest 120-150, The Greek and Roman Sculpture Gallery is another gorgeous space to scoff, quaff in (and gawk at its classical sculptures) &#8211; three glasses of champers and you might as well be in Athens.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">INSTA EYE CANDY </h2>



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<p>The beauty of a museum wedding is the endless opportunity to strike a pose with among the gilded frames, priceless paintings and classic architecture. Right from the entrance, The Ashmolean has fit-for-a-princess backdrops. Everything from the grand staircase with its opulent chandelier to the paintings and bronze sculptures looks ripped out of a fairytale. Best of all, you don&#8217;t need to tussle with guests for prime photo spots – the bride and groom are treated to the VIP treatment with a pre-event paparazzi sessions. Or you could take the party upstairs, to the Roof Terrace, and capture your big day with the Oxford&#8217;s spires in the background. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">THE WEDDING PLANNER </h2>



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<p>Breaking into a cold sweat just thinking about all the planning? To keep bridezilla caged, there&#8217;s a list of Ashmolean-approved wedding businesses to nail the rest of your wedding planning. It&#8217;s a Who&#8217;s Who of Oxfordshire wedding caterers, photographers, florists, and even entertainers – and they know the venue well, so have your back on your big day. Oxford Fine Dining and Benugo Event Catering will create a menu of fabulous seasonal dishes to suit your vision. From a formal three course thriller to a more laidback buffet or Gatsby-esque outdoor cocktail party. Not a lifted finger in sight!</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">SUSTAINABLE STYLE </h2>



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<p>Going green is the reigning trend amongst 2023 brides since weddings have a huge carbon footprint. If you&#8217;re part of the eco-squad, The Ashmolean is an accredited member of the Sustainable Wedding Alliance, so you can host at ease knowing that food and drink are mostly locally sourced. Add to that on-hand indie businesses handling everything from photos to lighting, and you&#8217;ll be swimming in sustainability points. Beyond the museum’s selected businesses, they can also recommend environmentally conscious suppliers if you want to branch out.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">LOCATION, LOCATION</h2>



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<p>Sitting pretty in the centre of Oxford has two benefits &#8211; for starters, out-of-town guests are spoilt for choice with quality hotels (psst, we recommend booking your always tardy bridesmaids into The Randolph, it&#8217;s directly opposite the Ashmolean). Secondly, you don&#8217;t have the burden of entertainment before or after the wedding, there are tonnes of tourist attractions from culture belters like the Bodleian Library, Natural History Museum, and Modern Art Oxford Gallery. Plus, a diverse range of brilliant restaurants, bars, and bijou boutiques.</p>



<p><em>Ready to say I do? See the venue yourself at The Ashmolean’s Wedding Showcase on&nbsp;</em><strong><em>Sat, 21 Oct,&nbsp;</em></strong><em>from 6pm-8pm. You’ll start the evening in style with canapés and a glass of Champagne before taking a tour that includes exclusive demonstrations from florists, a hairstylist, makeup artists, and photographers. <a href="https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=G96VzPWXk0-0uv5ouFLPkRnDh-hDJexCnNkQeedF5YhUQTVKQ0JIT1pYWU44OE1aMDdVODI2V1NZWS4u&amp;wdLOR=c6E7CA394-30D4-EC4B-AD7F-C3BFDBE2A2AC" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Book your slot here</a>.&nbsp;</em></p>


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