Within the glorious grounds of RHS Garden Wisley, there a number of different venues for you to choose from which allows you to tailor your reception specifically to you. The iconic Glasshouse looks out over the beautiful lake while The Waterlily Pavilion, for blessings, is next to the canal and boasts stunning views of the historic laboratory building. Our Hilltop building has a bright, modern space which can be available all day for your celebrations RHS Wisley is located just 20 minutes away from Guildford and 40 minutes from London on the A3, junction 10 of the M25. We are licensed for civil ceremonies from March 2022, however we do have a couple of beautiful outdoor locations for humanist blessings. Our website www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/wisley/venue-hire will give you more detailed information, photographs and venue pricing.

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Name of Wedding Contact: Manager

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Experience

Year Business Was Established

2014

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Overview of RHS Garden Wisley

Wedding Venue Type

Garden / Outdoor

Wedding Venue Capacity

Dining Capacity

200

Reception Capacity

200

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Fireworks Permitted

Wedding Licence

Outdoor Ceremony Available

Wedding Venue Details

Water View

Landscaped Gardens

Disabled Access

Grade I/II Listed Building

On-Site Parking

Open Flame Permitted

Marquee Permitted

Wedding Catering

External Catering Permitted

In-house Catering

Alcohol Licence

No Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

Pricing for RHS Garden Wisley

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At

£5,000

Maximum Price

£15,100

The venue hire cost will include exclusive use of the venue, dedicated events team beforehand and on the day. Garden entrance for all guests, car parking - overnight if required. Security and first aid service on the day. Use of mobility buggy as needed.

What is included in this pricing:

Exclusive use

Day before set up available

Wedding coordinator available on the day

Choice of preferred caterers

Reviews for RHS Garden Wisley
(11)

Sita

Happy couple married in June

July 2024

Absolutely beautiful location and coordinators

The best day I could have asked for at the glasshouse at Wisley. The wedding team had been amazing from start to finish. I had total trust in them, no email or tiny question went unanswered. The venue itself, absolutely breathtaking!

David

Wedding: May

May 2024

Beautiful Outdoor Wedding Venue

As a wedding photographer based in Guildford, I get to shoot at some pretty extraordinary wedding venues (check them out here), but when Suzi and Patrick first got in touch with me and told me about their plans for getting married at RHS Garden Wisley, a beautiful outdoor wedding venue, I just knew it was going to be one of the most amazing weddings of the year, and of course it was!

I absolutely loved photographing this wedding at RHS Wisley Garden in Surrey! It was so special because I used to work at Wisley as a garden photographer (DREAM job!) and it’s also where Matt and I got engaged. The Glasshouse in the grounds of Wisley garden is the most stunning venue for a wedding reception - it’s very light which is ideal for photos, the tables were surrounded by exotic plants and there’s a huge waterfall! It was the perfect day - beautifully sunny weather and amazing food.

The RHS gardens at Wisley provided the most wonderful setting for our daughter's wedding reception in the Glasshouse. Surrounded by beautiful flowers on a summer's afternoon must be the very definition of romantic and the gardens did not disappoint. The Event Management team headed up by the wonderful Chrissie swung into action an hour before the gardens closed to the public and worked with our caterers to transform the exotic Glasshouse into a breathtaking space for entertaining our guests.

Meherzad

Happy couple married in August

May 2024

Enchanting wedding in the Glasshouse

We are writing to express our appreciation of all the staff at RHS Wisley who helped to make our event a great success. In particular, we wanted to highlight the central role played by RHS Wisley’s Events Manager, Chrissie Milton, both on the night and in the run-up to it. We all drew immediate comfort from Chrissie’s unruffled approach, clear grasp of our wedding concept and “can-do” attitude – qualities which were essential in helping to plan an Indian wedding for 250 guests!

Rachel

Happy couple married in July

May 2024

Fantastic venue and team

We had a humanist ceremony and reception at RHS Wisley in a marquee, followed by dinner and party at the beautiful Glasshouse. Despite some super dodgy weather on previous days, we had an amazing (and dry!) day, and all our guests commented on the beauty of the venue - which also lent itself to some fantastic wedding photos. Throughout the whole planning process, Chrissie was very helpful and accommodating.

Arielle

Happy couple married in August

May 2024

Exquisite setting for a wedding

Wisley made the most exquisite setting for our relaxed and beautiful wedding. The chef provided amazing food of the highest quality - our guests commented what a relief it was not to eat the usual boring chicken! The whole experience, being surrounded by nature and gorgeous plants, made the day elegant and perfect.

Philippa

Happy couple married in August

May 2024

Perfect Wedding Day

Thank you and all your staff for making our wedding day perfect. Everything ran like 'clockwork' and nothing was too much trouble for your staff. The food was out of this world...we only wish we would do it all again!

Helen

Happy couple married in June

May 2024

Excellent location and Food!

We had our wedding reception at RHS wisley gardens last Saturday. The whole day was absolutely perfect. We had drinks opposite the Loggia and our wedding breakfast in a marquee in wilsons wood. Chrissie the events manager is such a pleasure to work with - extremely professional. We had so many lovely comments from guests about the wonderful venue. Everything went like clockwork. You couldn't ask for a better location for your wedding photos! Highly recommend

Alexandra

Happy couple married in October

May 2024

Wedding in Glasshouse

What can I really say about our wedding at Wisley, such a gorgeous place was bound to provide the perfect day, and it certainly did! All the staff were excellent, from first enquiries up to & throughout the day, liaising with all the suppliers to ensure everything went to plan. Our guests were bowled over by the beauty of the gardens, many will be returning. I can't wait to go back and reminisce about our perfect wedding!

Location & Contact Details for RHS Garden Wisley

Website

Phone

Wedding Venue Address

Wisley Lane, Woking, Surrey, GU23 6QB, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

Easy to get to from the motorways with plenty of parking on-site

Nearest Town

Woking

Nearest Motorway & Junction

A3/M25 Junction 10

Nearest Train Station

West Byfleet

Nearest Airport

Heathrow

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Describe the best wedding that happened at RHS Garden Wisley?

Each of our couples' styles shine through for their weddings, and it is beautiful to see them come to life from an ABBA themed celebration to ones of cultural significance to you and your partner.

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

Don't forget your florist! We are on hand to help you with any recommendations for suppliers.

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

A photo booth with a book to hold all of your guests snapshots always goes down a treat, and means that you'll have a very special memento from your day.

Describe RHS Garden Wisley in 5 adjectives

Unique, natural, personalised, timeless, welcoming

Where’s the best photo spot at RHS Garden Wisley?

Most of our couples choose to take their stunning golden hour photos on our Rock Garden, with gorgeous water features and lush plants.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at RHS Garden Wisley?

We ensure that each of our couples feels like the celebrity at their wedding!

What’s your favourite canapé?

You have the option to choose from some of our fantastic preferred suppliers who can cater to your every desire.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

A piping hot pizza never goes amiss!

What is RHS Garden Wisley most unique feature?

Our very own waterfall located in our Glasshouse that houses some of our rarest plants - the perfect spot for your reception.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Our extraordinary team that will work with you to host the wedding of your dreams.

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