After visiting Riverside to find a venue for my late father’s celebration of his life. I knew it was the right place.
It’s situated in the most beautiful water meadow venue in Harnham with spectacular views of constable county and our beautiful Salisbury cathedral across the river Avon in the distance.
Even on a winter’s day the magnificent garden lawn rolled down to the sparkling river that meandered through and down past the cathedral gate and away through Salisbury.
Riverside is an elegant county house with a completely contemporary twist. It’s still full of old wonder and design but has a clean spacious and modern feel, perfect for a special occasion where nothing is to much trouble from Jo our wonderful events organiser to Ryan our bar staff to all staff members who made sure every thing was first class.
From a breakfast all ready and waiting for us after my father’s ashes where reunited with my mother’s In the morning.
To the memorial at 2 pm all set for 80 guests in the large garden room with doors that open onto a marvellous terrace overlooking the river and gardens.
A arrangement of beautifully prepared sandwiches and scrumptious assortment of cakes. Fresh filtered coffee and hot frothy milk and speciality tea provided with jugs of fruit non-alcoholic punch and a bar all available throughout the afternoon with waitress and staff attending at all times.
The large room was beautifully set out, warm and welcoming, staff had helped by providing easels and help when I set up my memory corner of photos spanning the years.
The facilities are exceptional at Riverside and I can fully recommend this venue to look after your every need.
Oh and you can stay before and after any occasion in the beautiful rooms provided.
Large carpark and disabled spaces available, all very much appreciated by my friends and family.