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Although we're currently in lockdown 2.0, it doesn't mean that your wedding planning has to stop too, in fact it means you have more time on your hands to do it!
There's multiple venues up and down the country that are offering virtual tours. From across the county, step forward West Yorkshire's Holiday Inn Leeds Bradford; the venue has a virtual tour showcasing all that's great about the venue for prospective couples still looking to book their dream wedding venue....
An attractive former 19th-century vicarage which has gracefully been converted into one of West Yorkshire's most popular hotels, the Holiday Inn Leeds Bradford is conveniently located with access for the A650, M62 & M1 just 5 to 10 minutes away. Venture out to Leeds & Bradford city centres only 15 to 20 minutes away, and the Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) being only seven miles away. In addition to the excellent transport links, business guests benefit from spacious and well-equipped event facilities, as well as complimentary on-site car parking. Free WiFi makes meetings a breeze, while the courtyard is ideal for entertaining on sunny days as well as having idyllic gardens for photography.
With a New Bollywood Brasserie Brasserie restaurant, weddings and events facilities and a free Fitness Centre Holiday Inn® Leeds - Bradford hotel makes an ideal stopover located in the ancient village of Tong and is set in the surroundings of beautiful countryside.
With 59 en suite bedrooms this hotel is ideal for the business and leisure guests, there's also five superb conference and meeting rooms all with natural daylight, air-conditioning and internet access.
Pop along to: The Pastures, Tong Lane, Bradford BD4 0RP
Check out: ihg.com
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