Hedingham Castle

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£2,950 - £9,400 for Venue Hire
Up to 150
8 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
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Final Premium Summer Dates 2024
Hedingham Castle is a wedding venue like no other - an iconic Norman Keep just a stone's throw away from an elegant Georgian Country House, and onsite accommodation for up to 35, all set within 160 acres of romantic countryside.
Hedingham Castle Pricing & Costs

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£2,950
Maximum Price
£9,400
The venue hire fee includes the following: Use and set up of the Castle for your ceremony, use of the grounds, Georgian House and Ballroom Marquee for your reception, all staff, cutlery, crockery, table linen, glassware, cake stand and knife, table plan easel, your own personal Wedding Coordinator, use of the Cottage for pre bridal preparations (for bridal party), the Garden Cottage for your preparations and overnight stay and use of a Mercedes Car to transport everyone up to the Castle from the Cottage. Catering is not included in this pricing. Registrar fees not included.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Couple accommodation included
External caterers not permitted
Furniture included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Multiple course wedding breakfast

In-house catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£48
Maximum Price
£70
Prices include VAT and vary depending on caterer choice and menus, we will guide you through this at your private viewing.
What is included in this pricing:
Bespoke menu available
Menu tasting included
Wine allowance per guest
Corkage charge applicable
Minimum numbers apply
Cutlery included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Table linen included

Packages
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£170
Maximum Price
£265
Minimum Number of Guests
70
Pricing guide based on a Ceremony with Marquee reception Price per head includes: - Venue Hire including Castle for your ceremony, Georgian House, terrace & lawns, grounds and Ballroom Marquee for your reception (seasonal pricing applies) - Full catering service including tables, chairs, tablecloths, cutlery & crockery - Canapes (4 per person) - 2 x Prosecco welcome drinks per person - 3 course Wedding Breakfast - Half a bottle of House Wine per person - 1 x Prosecco toasting drink per person - Hire of the Garden Cottage for pre-wedding preparations and on the wedding night - Medieval Lodge for the night of the wedding, sleeping 17 Terms & Conditions Apply. All pricing includes VAT. Registrar fees not included. For Ceremony with Castle Reception, please enquire with the Wedding Team.
What is included in this pricing:
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest
Furniture included
Couple accommodation included
Exclusive use
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Canapés included

Packages
(total price)

Prices Start At
£12,000
Maximum Price
£18,500
Number of Guests Included
70
Pricing guide based on a Ceremony with Marquee reception Price per head includes: - Venue Hire including Castle for ceremony, Georgian House, terrace & lawns, grounds and Ballroom Marquee for reception (seasonal pricing applies) - Full catering service including tables, chairs, tablecloths, cutlery & crockery - Canapes (4 per person) - 2 x Prosecco welcome drinks per person - 3 course Wedding Breakfast - Half a bottle of House Wine per person - 1 x Prosecco toasting drink per person - Hire of the Garden Cottage for pre-wedding preparations and on the wedding night - Medieval Lodge for the night of the wedding, sleeping 17 Weekend wedding packages, with hire Friday through to Sunday, pricing available on request. Terms & Conditions Apply. All pricing includes VAT. Registrar fees not included. For Ceremony with Castle Reception, please enquire with the Wedding Team.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Couple accommodation included
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.)
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Hedingham Castle Features & Capacity

Overview

Venue Type
Castle
Dining Capacity
150
Reception Capacity
200
No. of Bedrooms
8
Sleeps No. of People
17
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Usual Access Time
09:00 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

Open Flame Permitted
Water View
Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Marquee Permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
Pet Friendly
Disabled Access
Grade I/II Listed Building
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator

Food and Drink

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence
Hedingham Castle Full Description
If you are looking for one of the most romantic settings in England, look no further than Hedingham Castle. Set in acres of formal gardens, lakes and woods, the beautifully restored 900-year-old Norman Keep provides a stunning centre point to your day. Ceremonies take place in the majestic Banqueting Hall of the Castle, with receptions in the elegant Ballroom Marquee in the gardens of the Georgian Mansion House. Smaller receptions can also be held in the Castle itself, and the Garden Cottage is included for preparation and for the couple’s first night. Alternatively, you can hire the Royal Chamber for your wedding night - the only modern bedroom in a Norman Keep in the country! Multi-day weekend weddings are also available, with venue hire from Friday-Sunday. Looking for something more intimate? Our Elopements can be booked up to 6 months in advance and are a unique and romantic way to tie the knot.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Sarah
At Hedingham Castle we understand that the whole planning journey can feel rather intimidating. We are here to help. Offering you our vast knowledge and advice, ensuring that your planning process is enjoyable and stress free every step of the way. Every wedding is different and it is our objective to ensure that everyone has the best possible experience in creating a day that exceeds your dreams.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2004
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
4
Reviews
(86)
Becky & Chris
Happy couple married in February
March 2024
AMAZING
It's difficult to find the words to describe this venue, because it is so utterly gorgeous and full of history. We had our entire wedding in the castle itself, and so many of our guests have said it was the nicest wedding they've ever been to! The entire team are amazing, from answering all our questions (no matter how big or small) to making sure I was eating in the morning during all the bridal prep. They are a well oiled machine, we didn't have to worry about a thing on the day and we will never be able to thank them enough for all that they did.
Sarah & Alfie
Happy couple married in December
February 2024
Thank you!
Alfie & I got married on 16th December 2023 and it was the most perfect day. We honestly couldn't thank Jackie and the team enough. From the planning process, no question was silly and it was such a supportive process. We planned the whole wedding from our home in Dubai, so Sarah, Amanda and the team accommodated us by zooming at strange times due to the time difference. On the day, Jackie was our wedding coordinator and she was just fabulous. She completely got us as a couple and made decisions that we didn't even know would be possible (in the best way). Everyone was in awe at how beautiful the venue is and how the wedding just went so well without a hitch. We will always be so grateful to you all. Love Sarah & Alfie
Sally & Jamie
Happy couple married in December
January 2024
Wonderful
Hedingham is a truly magical venue for a wedding. The convenience of having ceremony, reception and some accomodation all on one site is fantastic. The team at Hedingham were all professional, friendly and had an amazing calming effect on the day. My coordinator on the day was Jacki, who went above and beyond, as did Amanda Beecroft who was the coordinator leading up to the day. Both were fantastic, kept me on my toes in the three months before the wedding so that in the immediate lead up and on the day it was stress free and all came together with perfection! Thanks team.
Charlotte & Robert
Happy couple married in November
December 2023
Thank you!
We would like to thank all of the staff at Hedingham Castle for making our wedding day so perfect - Nothing was too much trouble to help us (including finding shoes for the page boy! 😅) Jackie was amazing, she made sure every single detail was covered on the day and it ran without a hitch! The day itself was absolutely incredible we would highly recommend for anyone thinking of having their wedding at Hedingham Castle to go for it! All our Love and Thanks, Mr and Mrs Smith 25.11.23 x
Ashley & Liam
Happy couple married in October
November 2023
An amazing team
My husband and I recently had our wedding at Hedingham and from start to finish, every person we spoke to were wonderful. The wedding showcase was so informative, the planning process was seamless, with a dedicated team to answer our questions and guide us through each step. Even though by the time of the wedding we had visited a number of times, we were still in awe with how beautiful the castle looked. I have had so many guests compliment the venue and staff, with quite a few saying it was the best wedding they’ve been to (and that was purely because of the castle and how the entire wedding was organised!). Every single staff member made so much effort with not just the larger details, but with the smaller ones as well (making me a cuppa, the bar staff learning us names etc). I highly recommend Hedingham as a wedding venue, and I really hope I get to go back as a wedding guest one day (which seems likely from what some of my guests have said). Thank you so much to all those at Hedingham!
Toni & Aaron
Happy couple married in October
November 2023
Wonderful ceremony
We had our wedding ceremony at Hedingham castle, and would highly recommend it to anybody considering it! It was amazing having the place to ourselves, and everybody was so helpful and put as at ease the whole way through the organisation, and the running of everything on the day. We forgot our confetti and they even had some for us to use, so we didn't miss out on a photo opportunity! We had a truly amazing experience, and wish we could do it all over again 😍
Hedingham Castle Location & Contact Details

Address

Bayley Street, Halstead, Essex, CO9 3DJ, England

Nearest Town

Braintree / Sudbury

Nearest Train Station

Braintree / Sudbury

Nearest Airport

Stansted Airport

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Hedingham Castle Press & Awards
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Press & Awards (1)

Best of Bridebook Platinum Award 2023

Industry Awards (3)

Essex Wedding Awards 2023 - Wedding Venue of the Year - Finalist
Hudsons Heritage Awards 2017 - Best Wedding Venue

Bridebook Awards (3)

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Frequently Asked Questions
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Hedingham Castle?

The receiving line that took an hour for 60 guests, they were all huggers, wonderful to watch and despite the salmon being ready, we were definitely not going to interrupt!

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Don't stress! We will look after you every step of the way when you are planning your wedding at Hedingham Castle.

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

Personal vows are always a favourite. However the couple who asked their son to name the tables was cute, we had “Red Tractor” “Favourite Teddy” amongst others.

Describe Hedingham Castle in 5 adjectives

Historic Luxury Unique Romantic Wow factor

Where’s the best photo spot at Hedingham Castle?

I love the lake, the backdrop is stunning.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Hedingham Castle?

Matt Le Blanc, Elizabeth Hurley, Sean Bean, Alexander McQueen, John Cleese, Stephen Fry, Jamie Lang, Jamie Oliver, Joey Essex, Izabella Blow, Helena Bonham-Carter, Stjepan Hauser, Ronan Keating, Larry Lamb, Caitlyn Jenner, Anna Chancellor, James Fleet, Jay Kay, David Starkey, Matt Cardle, and Henry VIII.

What’s your favourite canapé?

Either Salt Beef & Gherkin on Ciabatta, with Mustard Mayonnaise OR our delicious Mac 'n' Cheese bites.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Cheese!

What is Hedingham Castle most unique feature?

Our beautiful 900-year-old Norman Keep in which our wedding ceremonies are held.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

We are most proud of our personal touches. We are a family business and a family home and we love to welcome new couples into our family.