A bride-to-be is heartbroken over fears her wedding dream could be "snatched away" following the Thornton Manor fire.
On February 5, a huge blaze tore through the Thornton Manor Hotel in Wirral at around 9pm after a fire spread from the boilers to the roof.
Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service sent eight crews to the Grade II listed hotel in what was described as a "challenging incident".
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Hundreds of couples with plans to wed at the venue are now unsure of whether their events can go ahead.
One woman, who did not wish to be named, said it has been her dream to marry at the popular wedding venue and was set to say her vows in just six weeks time.
She added: "It is just such a difficult time. We are absolutely heartbroken, the venue was our dream.
"We had planned a wedding which we have dreamt of for so long and for that to be snatched away is so upsetting after postponing previously like so many other couples.
"We also feel for the staff, the owners and the party at the venue on Saturday. We are just so relieved that everyone managed to get out safely.
"It is now just a waiting game as both ourselves and the venue won’t know anything further until all the checks are completed."
Staff at Thornton Manor hotel previously issued a statement to people who have weddings booked with the venue.
Josh Griffiths, general manager at the Thornton Manor Estate, told the ECHO that the fire is being investigated by the relevant authorities.
He added: "We will endeavour to contact all our brides, grooms and event organisers as soon as possible.
"Finally, we would like to thank everyone for all their support and patience during this difficult time."
Guests were evacuated after flames tore through the building.
Katie Jones attended her friend's wedding on Saturday which she said started "amazingly" and everyone was "having a great day" before they were told to evacuate.
Fire crews remained at the scene "night and day" and an investigation into the cause was launched.
Incident Commander at Merseryside fire and rescue service, Ben Ryder said: "On Saturday evening fire crews attended a large fire at Thornton Manor, fortunately staff and guests were evacuated safely from a wedding reception being held and no one was hurt.
"The incident was prolonged and extremely challenging, with firefighters working at height in difficult weather conditions in a complex Grade II listed building.
"Firefighters worked relentlessly night and day throughout the weekend to ensure the fire was fully extinguished and I would like to express my thanks to them for their persistence and determination.
"Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service remains at the scene and a full investigation is being carried out."
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