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£4,000 - £10,000 for Venue Hire
Up to 80
3 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence
Description
Description
Delapré Abbey is a truly beautiful venue, based in the heart of Northampton, set within 500 acres of parkland.
Ideal for small/intimate weddings, and also large scale celebrations. Due to our rich history, the interior is characteristically decorated, with many original features still in place, including a wonderful Oak Staircase, with the backdrop of a magnificent stained glass window and our Walled Garden which will be yours to use exclusively on the day.
Stunning rooms to get ready in on the day with a delightful suite that the wedding couple can spend their wedding night in, waking up to their own private garden situated within the beautiful Walled Garden.
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: Adele
We would be delighted to assist you in making your day special and memorable for yourself and your special guests. Delapré Abbey is a beautiful building, set in wonderful parkland, and is full of character. Offering a number of rooms for your special day means you have flexibility to accommodate all the generations that will be sharing your joy, making your day truly special and unique.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2017
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
3
Overview of Delapre Abbey
Venue Type
Country House
Manor House
Dining Capacity
80
Reception Capacity
150
No. of Bedrooms
3
Sleeps No. of People
6
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Usual Access Time
07:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 AM
Late Night Extension
Yes
Ceremony & Reception
Wedding Licence
Dancefloor Available
Confetti Permitted
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Venue
Grade I/II Listed Building
Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Marquee Permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
Disabled Access
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator
Pet Friendly
Hotel Partnerships and private walled gardens
Food and Drink
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence
Pricing for Delapre Abbey
Pricing for Delapre Abbey
Venue Hire Only
Prices Start At
£4,000
Maximum Price
£10,000
We’re here to make your life easier.
Our experienced team are on hand throughout to support your every need, that’s why we have complimentary services for your wedding regardless of your package of party size:
• A dedicated wedding coordinator
• Toastmaster services
• Silver cake knife and stand
• Dance floor
• Grounds for your photographs
• Crisp white linen
• Menu tasting for the bride and groom
What is included in this pricing:
External caterers not permitted
Furniture included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
In-house Catering(price per head)
Prices Start At
£55
Maximum Price
£100
From £55 includes Wedding Breakfast/Wedding Afternoon Tea, Prosecco or Orange Juice on arrival, ½ Bottle house Wine per person, Prosecco or Orange Juice for Toast.
From £100 includes all of the above plus a BBQ Evening meal. House wine will only be provided for all full price.
We offer bespoke catering options to suite our couples needs, so let us know what you'd like and we'll be happy to share catering options
What is included in this pricing:
Menu tasting included
Table linen included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Cutlery included
No corkage fee
Corkage charge applicable
Location & Contact Details for Delapre Abbey
Location & Contact Details for Delapre Abbey
Travel Notes
Only a six minute drive from Junction 15 of the M1, Delapré Abbey is easily accessible whether you’re travelling from the North or South. From J15 simply follow the A45 north towards the town centre and you’ll find Delapré Abbey located just off the A45 on London Road (A508).
From central Northampton, take the A508 southbound towards the M1 junction 15. The Abbey is on a turning to your left/east about 1 mile from the town centre.
Nearest Town
NORTHAMPTON
Nearest Motorway & Junction
M1 junction 15
Nearest Train Station
Northampton
Nearest Airport
Luton/Birmingham
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FAQs
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Delapre Abbey?
We love when couples take full advantage of our beautiful room and their colours. Flowers really make the spaces pop! Our favourite weddings are when there's lots of lovely flowers that scent the rooms and make the day so memorable.
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
When visiting a venue it's always good to come prepared with your most important questions.
We are always happy to help and with our expertise we can also answer questions you may not have thought of!
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
We have a suite of 5 rooms guests get to use on their wedding day. Its great when couples use each room to their full potential and personalise the venue. This can be with pictures, entertainment, memorabilia or decoration. One couple recently had all their wine glasses personalised with the names of their guests on each and then have a personal cocktail made for each guest.
Describe Delapre Abbey in 5 adjectives
Elegant
Peaceful
Historic
Grand
Romantic
Where’s the best photo spot at Delapre Abbey?
The grand Oak Staircase, underneath the stain glassed window.
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Delapre Abbey?
Lionel Richie stopped on his tour route and Princess Anne visited recently.
What’s your favourite canapé?
Wild Mushroom & Garlic Arancini.
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Either a mini fish and chip cone or Baileys Hot Chocolate and cookies for the end of the night.
What is Delapre Abbey most unique feature?
The 4 rooms that guests get to use each have their own unique features and period décor.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
The team at the Abbey have a huge passion for weddings and want all couples to feel like the house is their home for the day.
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