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£4,000 - £11,000 for a package
Up to 70
21 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence
Limited-Time Offers & Deals
Late Availability
Last Minute Dates Available
15% off
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15% off Jan-March 2025
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Midweek Offer Available
£750 Off
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Complimentary Stay!
Description
Description
The Lion and Swan is owned and operated by the Pear Hospitality Group. Refurbished in 2020, the hotel received a £2m investment to revitalise all areas of our magnificent building. On your tour, you will discover three venues within The Lion & Swan, each offering their own contribution to your special day.
The Lion & Swan itself hosts 21 beautiful boutique bedrooms, with a fabulous lounge bar towards the front of the building. The lounge is the perfect place for your guests to enjoy during the quieter periods of your day. Sit back and catch up with family and friends in a relaxing atmosphere. Our boutique bedrooms have been meticulously refurbished and have received AA 5 Star accreditation for quality.
Ristorante Leone is found towards the rear of the site. Designed as a contemporary Italian restaurant, you will enjoy AA Rosette accredited food from our expert kitchen team. Ristorante Leone will also hold your wedding ceremony, using our fabulous ceremony room adorned in foliage and heaps of daylight to make your moment visually stunning.
Radley & Co resides underneath The Lion & Swan. Couples will enjoy the cellar bar as the space to celebrate, dance and enjoy their first party together as a married couple.
We have 4 licensed areas across the three venues, ranging from intimate to grand, and we are confident that at least one of them is perfect for your special day!
Experience
Year Business Was Established
1496
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
50
Overview of Lion and Swan
Venue Type
Hotel
Dining Capacity
70
Reception Capacity
150
No. of Bedrooms
21
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Usual Access Time
08:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 PM
Late Night Extension
Yes
Ceremony & Reception
Church Within Walking Distance
Sound System Available
Dancefloor Available
Wedding Licence
Venue
Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Bridal Changing Facilities
Disabled Access
Grade I/II Listed Building
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator
Food and Drink
In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
Alcohol Licence
Vegan Catering
Halal Catering
Western / European
Bar
Pricing for Lion and Swan
Pricing for Lion and Swan
Packages(price per head)
Prices Start At
£50
Maximum Price
£170
Minimum Number of Guests
10
We are proud to offer bespoke packages for each individual couple that we welcome to The Lion & Swan. Our pricing matches your wedding requirements, we have tried our best to provide as much detail on BrideBook as possible, but every wedding is unique, so please contact us to discuss yours!
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
Day before set up available
Couple accommodation included
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Guest accommodation included
Packages(total price)
Prices Start At
£4,000
Maximum Price
£11,000
Number of Guests Included
50
• Exclusive use of The Terrace and Ristorante
Leone until 5pm for your ceremony
and wedding breakfast.
• Ceremony Aisle dressed with candlelit walkway
• Tea & Coffee welcome for your guests
in the Lounge prior to your ceremony
• Exclusive management on the day by our
wedding co-ordinator, who will be at your
disposal all day.
• Complimentary stay in one of our Luxury rooms
for the newlywed couple, including breakfast –
upgrade to a Signature room for £20
• Early check in for dressing room, accompanied
with a bottle of Champagne
• 3 course Wedding Breakfast, with a bespoke
menu just for you
• 10 Bedrooms for your guests included,
up to 2 guests per room
• White table linen for your wedding breakfast
• Easel for your table plan
• Cake stand and knife
• Glass of Prosecco for each guest for your toast –
upgrade to Champagne for £5 per guest
The Lion & Swan Diamond Package (everything in our Gold Package, plus:)
• Included upgrade to Signature Room for the newlyweds
• Included upgrade to glass of Champagne for your toast
• Still & Sparkling water for your wedding breakfast
• Half bottle of wine per guest for your wedding breakfast
• 3 canapes per person to enjoy after your ceremony, accompanied by a glass of Champagne
• Table flower decorations, bridal bouquet, corsages for three guests, buttonholes
for the groom and best man.
• A contemporary or traditional wedding cake (a choice from three designs)
We can offer a variety of options for your evening reception, please let us know your requirements and we will quote this separately for you. There is no venue hire charge if you book your ceremony with us.
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
Day before set up available
Couple accommodation included
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Guest accommodation included
Location & Contact Details for Lion and Swan
Location & Contact Details for Lion and Swan
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Wedding Fayre
30th October 2024
The Lion & Swan will transform into a a wedding wonderland. From stunning cakes and dresses to vintage cars and rings - we'll have the regions top suppliers just for you.
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FAQs
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Lion and Swan?
The first wedding we had after our £2.5 million refurbishment. It was breath-taking seeing the venue in full swing for the first time. The couple had exclusive use of the terrace and it was decorated in the most beautiful way.
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Take your time! No good decisions ever come from rushing, that's why here at The Lion & swan, we're with you every step of the way. Ease into the planning of your big day with a glass of prosecco and a sit down with our experienced team .Here, we'll go through all the details to ensure your wedding day is perfect
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
Surprise singing waiters. These amazing actors had the whole room fooled and began the night dropping plates of food and drink, eventually breaking out into a huge argument before beginning their songs. No one had a clue but the bride and groom. Definitely a crowd pleaser!
Describe Lion and Swan in 5 adjectives
Bespoke, elegant, romantic, glamorous, modern.
Where’s the best photo spot at Lion and Swan?
Our venue is filled with photo spots, where to begin! Our terrace is fitted with bifold doors as well as 2 huge pink chandeliers for glamorous, bright pictures of the couple. Head into Radley's for party pictures, you won't get over our neon wall art and don't forget about the flower wall! Lastly, a perfect spot for the whole family is our classic entrance steps.
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Lion and Swan?
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What’s your favourite canapé?
Smoked salmon mousse on a sour dough crouton with chive cream and lemon gel.
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Pizza, followed by chocolate covered popcorn. A perfect way to end the evening, after an even more perfect day.
What is Lion and Swan most unique feature?
3 venues under 1 roof. Step into our rustic lounge area, The Lion & Swan for arrival drinks and a catch up. Guests can then make their way into our beautiful terrace extension and main restaurant, Leone, for the ceremony and wedding breakfast. The party party starts after this in our newly refurbished cellar bar, Radley and co. After the fun is all over, you needn't travel far to sleep. Choose one of our 21 luxury rooms.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
The staff. We pride ourselves on the experience and customer service our staff can offer. They've been highly trained to offer the best service out there and have a passion for all things hospitality. The team work incredibly hard to ensure your day runs smoothly and are dedicated the service they provide. We truly couldn't do it without them.
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