Celebrations

With so much to think about and preparefor, organising your big day can sometimessweep you off your feet. But here at theAztec Hotel and Spa we promise to wrapyour wedding day up in celebratory stylefor you and all your guests.

Whether you want traditional - or decidedly not -you can be sure that our meticulous attention todetail will ensure the smoothest of celebrations -from the moment you decide to tie the knot untilafter the very last dance. It’s really no surprise thatwe’re one of Bristol’s most sought after weddingvenues. With our wealth of experience andimpressive hospitality, we’ll deliver a special daythat’s everything you want it to be.

Our Promise To You

LeftCotswold Suite

Entrance

Al FrescoTerrace

The Terrace

The Restaurant

Bar & Lounge

Reception

Cotswold Foyer

Cotswold Suite

Culbone Suite

Private Bar

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Culbone SuiteWelcome your guests in this stylish, air-conditioned suite. The private bar isperfect for the receiving line and, whenfriends and family are seated, we’llannounce the newly-weds as you makeyour entrance in to this stunning suite.

Wedding Breakfast–up to 72 guestsEvening Reception–up to 140 guestsCivil Ceremony–up to 80 guests

Cotswold SuiteA more intimate setting for yourcelebrations with its own bar andfoyer areas where guests can relaxand soak up the atmosphere of yourspecial day.

Wedding Breakfast–up to 150 guestsEvening Reception–up to 250 guestsCivil Ceremony–up to 200 guests

The TerraceOverlooking the landscaped waterfeature, you can welcome yourguests on the al fresco terrace beforeenjoying your wedding breakfastwith family and friends in thisintimate setting.

Wedding Breakfast–up to 40 guestsCivil Ceremony–up to 40 guests

For the most important day of your life, you should expectthe venue of your dreams. So we’re pleased to offer youthis choice of beautiful reception suites.

Choose YourSetting

Everyone’s dreams (and bank balances) are different, so we’ve a selection ofmenus and drinks to suit a variety of budgets. Whilst our wedding offerings areanything but standard, here’s a taste of what you’ll receive - as standard!

It’s All In The Detail

• The services of a dedicated Wedding Co-ordinator, experienced and highly trained to help plan your day

• Offers worth up to £1500 with our preferred partners• Preferential accommodation rates at other Shire Hotels for your

pre-wedding celebrations – ask about our ever-popular Girls’ Night In• The opportunity of a menu tasting to help you decide on the menu • A red carpet welcome and the services of an informal Wedding Host

on the day• Crisp white linen and menu cards • Fine tableware, china and quality glassware and cutlery• Free-flowing filtered water throughout the meal • Silver cake stand and knife for the presentation of your wedding cake • A Premier Suite for the Bride and Groom, accompanied by a bottle of chilled

Champagne and English breakfast the next morning. • Your first anniversary treat – a 1 night, bed and breakfast stay with

our compliments• Room hire of your function suite for the wedding breakfast and evening

reception*

Plus, every Bride and Groom enjoys complimentary 8 weeks membership of ourexclusive Spa – so you’ll be the picture of health on your big day.*

*minimum numbers apply. The offering above is not all applicable to our fixed price weddings, please checkwith our wedding co-ordinator for more details.

Or take a look at our great value fixed price option - where you know, fromday one, exactly the amount you need to budget for the entire reception.

Our approach to food is consistent throughout – we love it.

The Food Of Love

Whether we’re creating an intimate meal for two in TheRestaurant or a lavish Wedding Breakfast for 150 – it’s all aboutsourcing the freshest, best quality ingredients and then preparingthem simply, with expertise and a twist of flair, to producedelicious dishes to complement your celebrations.

We pride ourselves on the extra touches which turn a specialevent into an extra-special event. And with our own team ofhighly-skilled chefs there really is no challenge too great. If you’ve some specific ideas, talk to us about them. And if youwant us to suggest some – well here’s a little food for thought:• Contemporary canapés served with magnums of chilled Champagne

• Bellinis, cocktails...even a Vodka Luge• An impressive Baron of Beef - carved at each table, in front of your guests

• Midnight snacks – sizzling hot dogs or tasty bacon butties – who can resist?

And our attention to detail extends to our wines too. With ourown in-house wine specialist, we stock our own cellars, oftenbuying direct from the vineyards, to give you a good selection of great value wines and Champagnes to choose from. We’reproud to be offering Louis Roederer as our recommendedChampagne house – their great range includes elegant BrutPremier, delicate Blanc de Blancs, a delightful vintage Rosé andthe aspirational Cristal.

Civil Ceremonies & PartnershipsThere are lots of reasons for having everything under one roof on your wedding day - so we’ve a host of flexibleoptions for civil ceremonies and partnerships.

We can comfortably seat up to 200 guests. So whether you justwant immediate family – or all the distant aunts and uncles too – we’ve a range of suites and rooms to fit your specialoccasion perfectly.

You will need to contact the South Gloucestershire RegistryOffice on 01454 863140 to check the availability of theSuperintendant Registrar for your preferred date.

PicturePerfectWe’ve the perfect backdrop for all yourwedding photographs right here at the hotel.Choose your setting from the landscapedwater feature – a little gem and perfect for thesummer months - or our signature log firesand stylish staircases.

Stylish Suite Festive Weddings

Intimate Civil Ceremonies

Stand Out FromThe CrowdThink outside the traditional summer Saturday weddingand you’ll be able to enjoy lots of extra benefits, plusspecial rates for your Wedding Breakfast too.Guaranteed to put a smile on your face.

For Friday and Sunday weddings throughout the year, there’ll beup to two complimentary guest rooms, luxurious spatreatments for the Bride and her guest, no room hire charge for a civil ceremony and up to 10% discount on WeddingBreakfast and Evening Receptions*. Off-peak and late availability dates can qualify for up to 25% discount*.

Or why not ask about our fixed-price wedding? No ifs, buts ormaybe’s – just a straightforward ‘yes’ to one price that covers all of your celebrations at the venue. It’s as easy as saying ‘I do’.*

Find out more about seasonal offers and festive weddings at aztechotelbristol.com.

*Minimum/maximum numbers and date restrictions apply.

Your guests don’t have to go home if they’drather not. No one likes standing in the darkwaiting for a taxi.

Your wedding guests can enjoy special rates and a nightof total relaxation with temporary membership of theexclusive Spa. It’s a great way to round off a wonderfulweekend before heading home. We’ll even pay yourwedding invitation postage costs* if you allow us toinclude details of our preferential overnight rates to yourwedding guests.* Not applicable on the Fixed Price wedding package.

With friends and families travelling often thelength and breadth of the country, the ‘night-prior’ get together is becoming increasinglypopular, and a great way to calm the pre-wedding nerves.

From an informal supper to a traditional family meal - youcan gather everyone you care about around you andenjoy some quality time in advance of the big day. We caneven offer your guests special rates to stay over too. Orhost a post wedding Sunday brunch or lunch to keep theparty going? It’s a chance to recap with your nearest anddearest before they head home - and to check out someof their photos before you head off on your honeymoon.

Be Our Guest

Meet TheFamilies

The Restaurant

Guest RoomsEnjoy a Treatment

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Here Come The GirlsGirls’ Night InIt’s the perfect night with your favourite girls in a stylish 4 starhotel - with no need to worry about taxis home or getting coldand wet when the weather turns unexpectedly.

Arrive any time after 2pm and make the most of the luxuriousspa as you wind down after a busy week and wait for everyoneto gather. Enjoy catching-up on all the news, snacking supper inyour room and then settle down to some rom-com and laughterwith our selection of DVDs and popcorn.

Choose from our Classic or Ultimate Girls’ Night In packages, orpush the boat out and opt for the all-inclusive Girls’ Night Out,which includes pre-dinner cocktails and a delicious 3 course mealin the restaurant.

Although we’d love to arrange your Girls’ Night In here at theAztec – if you want to head further afield we’ve got sister hotelsin Leeds, The Lakes, Northamptonshire, Southampton and

Cheshire where we can promise you the same VIP treatment atvery special rates.

Check the website for full details or to download or view ourGirls’ Night In brochure.

The Blushing Bride’s Night InYou’re getting married in the morning - or maybe theafternoon... but whatever the time of day, all eyes are going to beon you so it’s important you look your best.

Stay with us the night prior to your wedding, enjoy the Spa andperhaps sneak in a treatment or two? In the morning, why notorder Champagne and bacon butties to your room, as yourstylists visit to assist with those all-important finishing touches? Or let the team at Aztec help and advice - we’ve a great team ofprofessionals trained to tan, tone, wax and tint. And foreffortlessly beautiful wedding day make-up they can guide you toa totally flawless finish.

Even More Reason to CelebrateWith many years of experience of hosting exceptional events here at the hotel, we know a thing or two about planning andpreparation, and we’re happy to share this with you as you prepare for your special day.

We’ve also worked with a lot of local suppliers too – andalthough all have their strengths and specialities, there are some,who in our opinion, who stand out from the crowd. Theseextraordinary people approach every event with freshenthusiasm, and bring a wealth of expertise and ideas with them.

On booking your wedding with us you’ll receive a wallet packedfull of vouchers - each with a personal introduction to these verytalented individuals, plus exclusive offers from each of them.

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Check ListPricing your Wedding Reception can be complicated and confusing so we have put together this pricing analysis tohelp you understand what is included in each venue’s package or individual price when planning and costing yourspecial day.

Experienced Event Co-ordinator to guide you throughout the planning of your event

Postage paid for all your wedding invitations

Complimentary 8 week membership of the exclusive Spa**

Offers worth up to £1500 with our preferred partners

VIP service and special rates at other Shire Hotels for your pre-wedding weekend

Option for a personalised menu tasting to help your choice of menu

Special rates at the Aztec Hotel for pre-wedding family and friends events

No room hire for wedding breakfast suite

Air-conditioned wedding suite and guest rooms

Linen table cloths and linen napkins

Red carpet arrival

Champagne on arrival for the bride and groom

Informal Wedding Host to help with proceedings

Fine tableware with china, quality glassware and cutlery

3 course meal followed by coffee

Free-flowing bottled filtered water on all tables

Use of cake knife and cake stand

Special accommodation rates for your guests for one or two night stays

Premier Suite for the Bride and Groom with complimentary Champagne

Special rates for Sunday Brunch with your guests the day after your wedding

Complimentary 1st anniversary 1 night, bed and breakfast stay with Champagne

Commemorative Silver Photo Frame

Inclusions Aztec Hotel & Spa

All room dressing and flowers designed and created by Greenfields Florist and Five Star Celebrations

Venue 2 Venue 3 Venue 4Fixed Price* Traditional

* Fixed price based on Wedding Breakfast for 50 guests and Evening Reception for up to 100 guests** Minimum numbers apply

All Inclusive

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Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol, BS32 4TSt: 01454 201090 e: aztec.events@shirehotels.com

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