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£3,000 - £5,000 for Venue Hire
Up to 100
38 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence
Description
Description
Discover our exquisite event spaces designed to make your wedding truly memorable. Enjoy the intimate charm of our warm and cosy library setting or opting for the bright and airy Cotswold stone Garden Room for larger celebrations. Our beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces provide the perfect backdrop for canapés and drinks, while the Belvedere offers a secluded retreat for the happy couple. Your special day deserves the perfect venue and we have created a diverse range of spaces to cater to every aspect of your celebration.
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: The Old Bell Team
Meet our dedicated team of experienced wedding professionals, ready to turn your vision into reality. With a passion for perfection and an eye for detail, we strive to make your wedding day seamless and unforgettable. From our talented coordinators to our expert chefs and attentive staff, rest assured, you're in capable hands every step of the way. Let us guide you through the journey of planning your perfect day, ensuring it's as joyous and stress-free as possible.
Experience
No. of Weddings Hosted
Between 30 and 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
5
Overview of The Old Bell Hotel
Wedding Venue Type
Hotel
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
100
Reception Capacity
100
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Church Within Walking Distance
Dancefloor Available
Confetti Permitted
Sound System Available
Wedding Licence
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Wedding Venue Details
Disabled Access
Landscaped Gardens
Grade I/II Listed Building
Exclusive Use
Outdoor Reception Space
Water View
In-House Wedding Coordinator
On-Site Parking
Pet Friendly
Bridal Changing Facilities
Wedding Catering
Alcohol Licence
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-house Catering
In-House Wine List
Cultural Specialists
Other
Pricing for The Old Bell Hotel
Pricing for The Old Bell Hotel
Venue Hire Only
Prices Start At
£3,000
Maximum Price
£5,000
Mid-week £3,000 Monday – Thursday Minimum F&B spend - £5,000
Weekend £5,000.00 Friday – Sunday Minimum F&B spend - £8,000
The price above includes the following:
• Your wedding ceremony is to take place in one of our beautiful licensed spaces;
The Garden Room, Library or our outside space including our Belvedere.
• Top terrace for pre-dining drinks and canapes or the Tyger Bar
• The Garden Room or Library for the wedding breakfast
• White table linen and Chiavari wooden chairs
• Personalised headed menus
• Wedding co-ordinator to manage the day of your wedding on-site at The Old Bell
What is included in this pricing:
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Day before set up available
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
External caterers not permitted
Furniture included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
In-house Catering(price per head)
Prices Start At
£145
Maximum Price
£225
Abbey Row @ £145pp
• Arrival and toast fizz
• 3 x different canapes
• 3-course wedding breakfast
• Evening food – BLT and Skin on fries
• Half a bottle of our house wine per person for wedding breakfast
Cotswold @ £170pp
• Arrival and toast fizz
• 3 x different canapes
• 3-course wedding breakfast
• Evening food – Burgers, dirty fries
• Half a bottle of wine per person from our premium wine selection
1220 @ £225pp
• Arrival cocktail and toast fizz
• 5 x different canapes
• 3-course wedding breakfast
• Evening food – Wood-fired pizzas, burgers, dirty fries
• 1 bottle per person of our Premium wine selection
What is included in this pricing:
Menu tasting included
Bespoke menu available
Wine allowance per guest
Set menu options only
Minimum numbers apply
Cutlery included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Table linen included
Packages(price per head)
Prices Start At
£444
Maximum Price
£524
Minimum Number of Guests
20
•Your wedding ceremony is to take place in one of our beautiful licensed spaces; The Garden Room, Library or our outside space including our Belvedere.
• Top terrace for pre-dining drinks and canapes or the Tyger Bar
• The Garden Room or Library for the wedding breakfast
• White table linen and Chiavari wooden chairs
• Personalised headed menus
• Wedding co-ordinator to manage the day of your wedding on-site at The Old Bell
What is included in this pricing:
Canapés included
Furniture included
Guest accommodation 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.)
Day before set up available
Packages(total price)
Prices Start At
£25,000
Maximum Price
£30,000
Number of Guests Included
100
Friday – Sunday £30,000 including a minimum Food & Beverage spend of £13,000
Monday – Thursday £25,000 including a minimum Food & Beverage spend of £10,500
The price above includes the following:
• Your wedding ceremony is to take place in one of our beautiful, licensed spaces;
The Garden Room, Library or our outside space including our gazebo.
• The whole hotel including all lounges and bedrooms
• The Garden Room or Library for the wedding breakfast
• White table linen and Chiavari wooden chairs
• Personalised headed menus
• Our Beautiful Abbey House gardens and grounds for your wedding photography
*Includes 2 hours of private use of gardens for photos only*
• Wedding co-ordinator to manage the day of your wedding on-site at The Old Bell
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Canapés included
Furniture included
Guest accommodation 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.)
Day before set up available
Couple accommodation included
Location & Contact Details for The Old Bell Hotel
Location & Contact Details for The Old Bell Hotel
Travel Notes
The Old Bell Hotel, our Grade I listed hotel, is rumoured to be England’s oldest hotel. Our hotel has been looking after travellers since 1220 and today benefits from stunning, high design interior spaces and a wonderful warm ambience with antiques and quirky treasures collected from our owner's travels around the globe.
Nearest Town
Malmesbury
Nearest Motorway & Junction
M4 Junction 17
Nearest Train Station
Chippenham
Nearest Airport
Bristol
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Describe the best wedding that happened at The Old Bell Hotel?
A small intermate wedding between an 80 and 82-year-old couple that were high school sweethearts that rekindled their love through charity work, coming together with just their children, it was magical.
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Trust your gut
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
Once the ceremony is done the bride and groom swap sides to see their family and share a moment with all of them.
Describe The Old Bell Hotel in 5 adjectives
Charming, unique, boutique, quaint and colourful.
Where’s the best photo spot at The Old Bell Hotel?
By the Belvedere looking out over the valley
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at The Old Bell Hotel?
Richard Hammond
What’s your favourite canapé?
Buffalo buttermilk fried chicken
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Quavers or Skips
What is The Old Bell Hotel most unique feature?
Our Belvedere
What part of your business are you most proud of?
Our incredible team