Ardington House

(11)
£5,200 - £10,000 for Venue Hire
Up to 200
12 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence

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Description

Nestled in rural Oxfordshire, Ardington House offers a stunning backdrop for your dream wedding. This historic Georgian Stately Home, built in the 1720s, provides exclusive access to its elegant interiors and extensive grounds, including a private island and lakeside marquee. With capacity for up to 200 guests, Ardington House caters to both intimate gatherings and grand celebrations. Key Features:  Exclusive use of the manor house and grounds  Licensed for civil ceremonies, with options for outdoor island temple or indoor Imperial Hall Stunning ancient Church within walking distance  Fully furnished lakeside marquee included  Award-winning catering by Fingers & Forks  Option for overnight stays with 12 elegant bedrooms  Beautiful gardens and parklands perfect for photography Located just 75 minutes from London, Ardington House offers a perfect blend of countryside historic charm and stately home elegance for an unforgettable wedding experience.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Charlie
Congratulations on your engagement! We'd love to show you around Ardington House - it might just be the perfect setting for your big day. Our Georgian Stately Home boasts some lovely features: an island temple for ceremonies, a smart lakeside marquee for receptions, and space for up to 200 guests. Plus, we can sleep 25 of your nearest and dearest overnight. Looking forward to meeting you.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2012
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
4

Overview of Ardington House

Venue Type
Stately Home
Dining Capacity
200
Reception Capacity
200
No. of Bedrooms
12
Sleeps No. of People
25
Bridal Suite
Changing Only
Usual Access Time
10:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 AM

Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance
Sound System Available
Wedding Licence
Dancefloor Available
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Confetti Permitted

Venue

Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Water View
Marquee Permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
Pet Friendly
Grade I/II Listed Building
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space
Open Flame Permitted
Outdoor ceremonies, Onsite bedrooms, Village Church, Marquee included, Flexible catering options, Gardens and parkland, Car park, Nearby accommodation, Countryside views, Private

Food and Drink

In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence
Asian Catering
In-House Wine List
Halal Catering
Kosher Catering
External Catering Permitted
Vegan
Chinese / Japanese
Eastern European
Caribbean
Latin / South American
Indian
African
Western / European
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Hog Roast
Bespoke menus and drinks, Cocktails
Bar

Cultural Specialists

Jewish Wedding Specialist
Muslim Wedding Specialist
Asian Wedding Specialist

Pricing for Ardington House

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£5,200
Maximum Price
£10,000
Our venue hire package offers excellent value, including exclusive use of Ardington House and its extensive grounds for your special day. You'll have access to our beautifully furnished lakeside marquee, which can accommodate up to 200 guests and features a custom-built bar, dancefloor, and state-of-the-art sound system. The package also includes use of our stunning Stately Home and gardens for photographs and drinks receptions. For ceremonies, choose between our indoor Imperial Hall or the picturesque outdoor Island Temple. While catering and accommodation are priced separately, our award-winning catering team, Fingers & Forks, are on hand to create your perfect wedding menu.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Furniture included

In-house catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£70
Maximum Price
£200
Our chosen caterers, Fingers & Forks, provide a comprehensive service for your wedding day. Their package typically includes a three-course wedding breakfast, tea and coffee, full table service, and event management on the day. All necessary tableware, cutlery, and glassware are provided. The team offers flexible menu options, from informal to fine dining, tailored to your preferences. A dedicated Event Manager will work with you to customise your perfect menu. Drinks packages, including welcome drinks, wine with dinner, and toast drinks, are available from £43.50 per person. Additional options such as canapés and evening food can be arranged. Fingers & Forks' current pricing averages £75 per person for the wedding breakfast, ensuring high-quality cuisine and service for your special day. A catering buy-out option may also be discussed for particular circumstances.
What is included in this pricing:
Bespoke menu available
Menu tasting included
Minimum numbers apply
Cutlery included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Table linen included

Reviews for Ardington House
(11)

Matt & Carissa
Happy couple married in July
September 2024
The best day of our lives.
We want to say thank you so so much for putting on the best day of our lives. We know the hard work, dedication and experience that it took. From our perspective everything went off without a hitch and we could not have asked for a better day - it was a dream!
Gazia & Risikh
Happy couple married in July
September 2024
The most gorgeous venue!
Thank you so much for everything! The day was perfection from the weather, the location and atmosphere. All my guests spoke highly of the venue and it honestly is the most gorgeous venue!
Polly & Nick
Happy couple married in July
September 2024
The most incredible weekend
Thank you so much! It's been the most incredible weekend. Everything we could have dreamt it to be and more. Thank you so much for everything you've done to help realise our dream wedding weekend.
Pooja & James
Happy couple married in August
September 2024
The most amazing day
We had the most amazing day and it wouldn’t have been possible without all your help, support and guidance through the process, so thank you all so much! We can’t sing your praises enough.😊
Charlie & Sian
Happy couple married in September
September 2024
Thank you
We had an incredible few days and we’re so grateful to you and your teams for making it happen! Thank you for your hard work, we’ll be recommending you to everyone!
Hester & Michael
Happy couple married in September
September 2024
The best day of my life
Thank you so much for everything you have done to make our wedding a success. It was honestly the best day of my life, just incredible!
Ed & Riccardo
Happy couple married in April
September 2024
thank you
We had an absolute blast on Saturday and we couldn’t be happier with how the day way went! ❤️ Brought this up in our speeches, but just to reiterate a HUGE thank you for guiding us through the organisation of this wedding so seamlessly! We honestly couldn’t have asked for a better and lovelier team to have worked with in making our dream wedding a reality! 😊❤️
Hussain & Zara
Happy couple married in May
September 2024
Our guests were blown away
Thank you so much, we had the most amazing day which exceeded all expectations. Our guests were blown away by the stunning venue. We’d just like to say a massive thank you for helping us organise our big day. From the very start, you guys have been amazing and extremely efficient throughout and it really gave us a lot of peace of mind.
Jamie & Will
Happy couple married in June
October 2019
Thank You!
About the big day, all I can say is wow and thank you. Everything was so absolutely gorgeous. So many guests told us how beautiful the venue was, but also (and so important to us), how comfortable they felt being there. The bridal party and everyone else who stayed there really felt like they were welcomed into their own home and could fully relax and enjoy themselves. On my side, checking in and out was so smooth and seamless. The management of everything on the day was so perfect as well. I wo
Rob & Asees
Happy couple married in June
September 2019
better than we ever hoped
Thank you so much – it was better than we ever hoped it could be. Everyone was a massive fan of the venue and everything went smoothly and without a hitch. And the sun even came out!

Location & Contact Details for Ardington House

Address

Ardington, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 8QA, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

Please let us know if you need further directions!

Nearest Town

Wantage

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M25

Nearest Train Station

Didcot Parkway

Nearest Airport

Heathrow

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