6pm: Tonight, you and your loved one are celebrating your 25th wedding anniversary. You’re feeling a little nervous as you drive through Harewood’s archway but the sun is setting, illuminating the House in gold and the Harewood Events Team are waiting for you with a smile as you make your way to the front door.

6.30pm: You arrived early, just to make sure everything was perfect but you didn’t need to. The florals are on the tables, with the beautifully handwritten name cards, the seating chart is already up and the band are warming up. All the suppliers were recommended by the Events Team, so you know you can rely on them. In fact, Harewood has dealt with them this whole time, leaving you to focus on things like what outfit you’re going to wear.

7pm: Your guests start arriving and are immediately met with a friendly face, a chilled glass of English sparkling wine and a chance to meander onto the Terrace to take in the breathtaking views. You know everything is covered behind the scenes and you can spend the time mingling with your family and friends.

7:30pm: You’re called through to dinner and the Gallery is breathtaking. Bathed in candlelight and lit tastefully for the evening. The paintings shimmer, gilded gold and colours you didn’t even notice before. Everything is perfect.

8pm: The food is amazing, locally sourced, beautifully presented and absolutely perfect. The string trio play steady background music as you dine.

10:30pm: The evening is winding down. You’ve spent the time reminiscing with family and friends, everyone is well fed and marveling at the location you chose. As you wave goodbye from the steps of the magnificent country house, you know you made the right choice.