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£4,000 - £15,000 for Venue Hire
Up to 238
34 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence
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Late Availability
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2024 Wedding Offer
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only 9 days left
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Just £12100
Description
Description
Show-round appointments are available 7-days a week, 9am to 7pm.
The Castle boasts Grade I and Grade II Listed Buildings with the most incredible history, and is the perfect destination for couples dreaming of somewhere unique.
The possibilities at Farnham Castle are endless, and we’d love to help you create an unforgettable day, whether you’re planning a wedding weekend, a 2-day celebration, a rehearsal dinner, or something entirely different.
We are able to host exclusive use and dry-hire weddings of any size, civil and outdoor ceremonies, and religious ceremonies in one of our two beautiful Chapels.; from intimate weddings for 30 guests, to larger celebrations for over 250. We have hosted weddings for couples from all around the world, and have the best grounds for Marquees, with the most spectacular backdrops and views.
For Destination Weddings and international guests we are conveniently located just an hour from London, and between London Gatwick and Heathrow Airports.
Getting ready on-site has so many benefits, and our ‘Gatehouse’ and ‘Pembroke’ are two perfect suites for you and your wedding party to enjoy being together as you prepare for your day.
Once your celebrations are over, and you have danced the night away in our Great Hall, and enjoyed night caps in our Tindle Bar, your guests will be overjoyed to head to one of our 33 en-suite Castle bedrooms and you will be delighted to reach the tranquility and luxury of our Honeymoon Suite. Join your guests for Breakfast in our Library the following morning to ensure that everyone has celebrated with you until the very last minute.
However you want to celebrate, our experienced team of Wedding Specialists will guide and advise you to ensure that your Wedding is managed to perfection.
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: Geraldine Lupton, Venue Director
We love weddings, we love watching people celebrate, and most of all, we love that our historic venue gets better and better with age. We understand that no two couples are the same, but our venue is spacious, flexible, and set up to help you experience the wedding of your dreams. Nothing compares to seeing Farnham Castle in person, so we invite and encourage couples to visit us, to realise what a hidden gem we have here in Surrey. We promise, you won’t be disappointed.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2012
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
30
Overview of Farnham Castle
Wedding Venue Type
Castle
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
238
Reception Capacity
350
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
34
Sleeps No. of People
75
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Church Within Walking Distance
Sound System Available
Fireworks Permitted
Wedding Licence
Dancefloor Available
Confetti Permitted
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Pre-wedding preparation Suites; Late Bar Available
Wedding Venue Details
City View
Grade I/II Listed Building
Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Marquee Permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
Ballroom
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator
On-Site Parking
Disabled Access
Wedding Catering
In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence
Cultural Specialists
Asian Wedding Specialist
Pricing for Farnham Castle
Pricing for Farnham Castle
Venue Hire Only
Prices Start At
£4,000
Maximum Price
£15,000
Our Venue Hire includes access to our preparation Gatehouse and Pembroke Suites, the Great Lawn -overlooking Farnham, The Stone Hall is perfect for your drinks reception, The Lantern Hall (or Winchester Suite) is beautiful for your wedding ceremony, The Great Hall for dining and celebrating, The Gallery Bar overlooking the Hall, and The Guildford Suite for the happy couple on the Wedding night. We're also able to offer 33 additional en-suite bedrooms available for overnight guests to pre-book, subject to availability.
We offer three incredible Menus to choose from, also which include Reception Drinks, Canapes, and Paired Wines. Please speak to us directly to receive our price guide via email, or if you would like to receive a wedding quote over the phone based on a specific wedding date and your guest numbers. We'd love to show you around Farnham Castle ASAP. Or, please contact us to attend one of our monthly Wedding Open Evenings.
What is included in this pricing:
Couple accommodation included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
External caterers not permitted
Furniture included
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
In-house Catering(price per head)
Prices Start At
£140
Maximum Price
£200
Our packages offer, complimentary use of the Gatehouse for the bridal party to prepare on the morning of your wedding; Two or three reception drinks per person; A selection of canapés; Three or Four course Dining Experience; Speciality Teas and Nespresso Coffee; Half a bottle of house wine, per adult, from our Beaufort, Montague or Winchester Wine Lists; A glass of bubbly for the toast; Menu tasting invitation for the wedding couple at one of our exclusive tasting events; Luxury Honeymoon Suite for the newlywed couple; Dedicated wedding specialist who will guide you throughout the planning; Cake stand and knife. Our Dining Menus have been carefully crafted by our in-house chef of 18 + years. We'd be delighted to chat to you about specific dishes or amendments to our existing menus, if required.
What is included in this pricing:
Minimum numbers apply
Bespoke menu available
Menu tasting included
Wine allowance per guest
Cutlery included
Table linen included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Packages(price per head)
Prices Start At
£140
Maximum Price
£200
Minimum Number of Guests
30
Our per person menu prices, are added together with our venue hire to give you the overall cost of your wedding day at Farnham Castle. Please speak to us directly to receive a full price guide, with venue hire included, for the date you wish to get married.
Our team of Wedding Specialists are ready to take your call 01252 720402.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Canapés included
Furniture included
Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Day before set up available
Couple accommodation included
Packages(total price)
Prices Start At
£12,400
Maximum Price
£25,000
Number of Guests Included
100
Hire of the Lantern Hall for your Civil Ceremony
• Room hire for your day and evening reception
• Complimentary use of the Gatehouse and Pembroke to prepare on the morning of your wedding
• Two reception drinks per person
• A selection of canapés
• Three or four course dining experience
• Teas, and Speciality Coffee
• Half a bottle of wine per adult
• Glass of fizz for the toast
• Menu tasting for the wedding couple at one of our exclusive tasting events
• Luxury Honeymoon Suite for the wedding couple
• Dedicated wedding specialist who will guide you throughout the planning
• Cake stand and knife
Every wedding enquiry we receive is different, but we would love the opportunity to chat about our Beaufort, Montague and Winchester Menus, along with the options available for your day, and our future wedding date availability. We'd love to share more about Weddings at Farnham Castle.
What is included in this pricing:
Canapés included
Furniture included
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Couple accommodation included
Exclusive use
Location & Contact Details for Farnham Castle
Location & Contact Details for Farnham Castle
Travel Notes
Its best to enter GU9 0AG in to Google Maps. Farnham Castle can be found and the Castle Gates will be open and our team will be awaiting your arrival.
Nearest Town
Farnham
Nearest Motorway & Junction
M3 Junction 5
Nearest Train Station
Farnham
Nearest Airport
Heathrow and Gatwick
Latest from Instagram
Farnham Castle - Wedding Open Evening
10th December 2024
The Castle Gates will be open between 6pm and 9pm. Join us for drinks and canapés, meet our Team, and see our beautiful venue for yourself.
01252 720402 | [email protected]
Farnham Castle Wedding Open Evening
15th January 2025
The Castle Gates will be open between 6pm and 9pm. Join us for drinks and canapés, meet our Team, and see our beautiful venue for yourself.
01252 720402 | [email protected]
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FAQs
Find out a bit more from our FAQs
Describe the best wedding that happened at Farnham Castle?
All the weddings at Farnham Castle are so special we couldn't possibly answer that question. We love seeing how every couple bring their own theme or floral scheme to the venue - and there's nothing more beautiful than a stunning floral installation hanging from our chandelier centrepiece in the Great Hall. The fairylights in our Great Hall and Stone Hall also look spectacular!
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Choose a venue where the staff understand exactly what you are looking. Loving the team you're working with (and the venue of course) will make your wedding planning experience ass stress-free as possible so that you and your guests can enjoy every moment.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
We love how every wedding is different, but a trend that we're seeing at the moment is offering your guests a personalised cocktail or a unique shot, as the evening reception begins with a unique phrase such as: 'We tied the knot, take a shot'.
Describe Farnham Castle in 5 adjectives
Stunning, historic, unique, extraordinary and elegant.
Where’s the best photo spot at Farnham Castle?
We are lucky to have a fantastic grounds team who keep our five acres of gardens looking beautiful all year round. Plus being an 11th century Castle, there are some fabulous architectural features around the entire venue. The Rose Garden is a favourite location for wedding photography as is the historic Keep, and the Fox's Steps for those all important confetti shots.
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Farnham Castle?
Everyone, guest, bride or groom is a VIP at Farnham Castle. Recently though, Rod Stewart and his charming wife Penny Lancaster attended a wedding at the Castle. In true celeb style, they arrived by helicopter. Watch our wedding video to get an idea of what your day at Farnham Castle could look like.
What’s your favourite canapé?
We offer a selection of wedding canapes from the farm, from the sea and from the field. A favourite with our guests is our sausage (bespoke to Farnham Castle), with ale braised onions, mashed potato and thyme veal jus, followed closely by our salt and sichuan pepper dusted squid pieces with a tangy Korean gochujang, honey and garlic dipping sauce. Our Head Chef has been creating menus in the Castle Kitchens for 18+ years so he is a true expert when it comes to preparing the food for your wedding.
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Again, our chefs are really creative when it comes to evening food. We have a huge choice of evening wedding reception food, including a selection of favourites from Wood Fired Pizza to American Diner, Paella and event Street Food. We even have Churros or doughnut stations available for couples with a sweet tooth! Speak to our Wedding Team to find out more.
What is Farnham Castle most unique feature?
Farnham Castle was originally built for the Bishops of Winchester so, as well as several areas licensed for civil ceremonies, we also have two unique and beautiful Chapels for ceremonies or blessings. We are one of very few venues in the whole of the UK who offer the choice of two Ceremony Chapels.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
Our passionate team. They keep everything running like clockwork and always strive to make sure that each couple has the wedding day of their dreams, surrounded by their loved ones. They are all so helpful and friendly and we receive a lot of comments about how they have made a wedding so smooth, stress-free and enjoyable. That's down not only to our Wedding Specialists and hospitality team, but also our Housekeeping Team, Our Chefs and our extraordinary Estate Team. Browse the 'Meet the Team' page on our website to get to know us - we'd certainly love to meet you!
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