Wedding Venues
Wedding Suppliers
Wedding Websites
Planning Tools
Advice
Affordable
Barn
Castle
Country House
Hotel
Intimate
Luxury
Outdoor
Pub / Restaurant
View All Wedding Venues
Photographers
Florists
Music
Videographers
Catering
Entertainment
Cakes
Wedding Dresses
Menswear
Wedding Rings
Planners & Celebrants
Beauty, Hair & Makeup
Stationery
Transport
Decoration & Hire
Marquee Hire
View All Wedding Suppliers
Checklist
Budget
Guest List
View All Planning Tools
General Advice
Expert Advice
Wedding Budget
Guests
Ceremony
Post-Wedding
Real Wedding
View All Advice
Price: £3,750 – £9,495
Guests: 80
Bedrooms: 60
Description
Description
Just a five minute walk from Salisbury Cathedral, you’ll be able to take some unforgettable wedding photographs in front of one of England’s most iconic backdrops.
With 60 individually styled bedrooms, your family and friends can stay close by, enjoying comfort and convenience as you celebrate your big day together. From your very first visit, you’ll be in the safe hands of our expert wedding team, who have worked on over 500 weddings in the last 10 years alone.
Come and join us for a personal tour and we’ll show you around the hotel, share our top wedding tips with you and answer any questions that you may have.
We can accommodate up to 120 guests. So whether you’re looking for large or small wedding venues in Salisbury, we might just be your dream wedding venue.
Whichever of the two wedding suites you choose, you’ll enjoy access to our picturesque courtyard. The perfect backdrop for your wedding photographs and a great place for you and your guests to escape for some fresh air.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
1220
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
5
Overview of The Red Lion Hotel, Salisbury
Wedding Venue Type
Hotel
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
80
Reception Capacity
120
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
60
Sleeps No. of People
120
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Dancefloor available
Wedding license
Church within walking distance
Sound system available
Wedding Venue Details
Bridal Changing Facilities
Disabled access
Grade I/II Listed Building
In-house wedding coordinator
Wedding Catering
In-house catering
Vegan catering
Western / European
Alcohol license
In-House Wine List
Bar
Pricing for The Red Lion Hotel, Salisbury
Pricing for The Red Lion Hotel, Salisbury
What's 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
Couple accommodation included
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Welcome drink, Venue hire, Wedding breakfast, Wine with meal, Toast drink, Evening reception
Hide detailsReviews (15)
(15)
- JJames02/10/2024A beautiful location A beautiful locationA beautiful location where we hold our social clubs committee meeting and coffee morning, there was about 30 of us and given a perfect room. I've also eaten here before and the food was delicious.A beautiful location where we hold our social clubs committee meeting and coffee morning, there was about 30 of us and given a perfect room. I've also eaten here before and the food was delicious.
- VVictoria02/10/2024Perfect location we will definitely stay again!Perfect location we will definitely stay again!Our first stay at The Red Lion Hotel. Rooms spacious, tea & coffee provided, power shower temperature just right, bed very comfortable. Staff friendly, attentive & approachable. Perfect location in the middle of Salisbury historic town. We will definitely stay again and recommend to others ....Our first stay at The Red Lion Hotel. Rooms spacious, tea & coffee provided, power shower temperature just right, bed very comfortable. Staff friendly, attentive & approachable. Perfect location in the middle of Salisbury historic town. We will definitely stay again and recommend to others ....
- GGlenys02/10/2024Very friendly and accommodating staffVery friendly and accommodating staffImpromptu afternoon tea with friends was a delight. Very friendly and accommodating staff who made us very welcome without prior booking . The scones were perfect and we will be back. It was a delightful way to spend a wet afternoon in Salisbury.Impromptu afternoon tea with friends was a delight. Very friendly and accommodating staff who made us very welcome without prior booking . The scones were perfect and we will be back. It was a delightful way to spend a wet afternoon in Salisbury.
- MMicheal02/10/2024I would highly recommend a visitI would highly recommend a visitA beautiful looking building, the restaurant was very relaxing and the food was excellent. The gentleman (Stevie) who looked after us was outstanding at his job, plus took time in chatting to my family about the history of the building. I would highly recommend a visit to this place if visiting Salisbury.A beautiful looking building, the restaurant was very relaxing and the food was excellent. The gentleman (Stevie) who looked after us was outstanding at his job, plus took time in chatting to my family about the history of the building. I would highly recommend a visit to this place if visiting Salisbury.
- CCharlotte & Megan02/10/2024Look no further for the perfect venue!Look no further for the perfect venue!What a perfect day!!, on the 7th of September we chose to marry at the Red Lion Hotel, and what a brilliant choice it was!. The staff couldn't do enough for us and Radina was the perfect wedding planner/guide throughout!. On the day we didn't have worry about anything, Radina had taken time and care to ensure all the details were tailored to us and what we wanted our day to be. We couldn't be happier that we chose this gorgeous location. We want to say a huge thank you to all of the staff.What a perfect day!!, on the 7th of September we chose to marry at the Red Lion Hotel, and what a brilliant choice it was!. The staff couldn't do enough for us and Radina was the perfect wedding planner/guide throughout!. On the day we didn't have worry about anything, Radina had taken time and care to ensure all the details were tailored to us and what we wanted our day to be. We couldn't be happier that we chose this gorgeous location. We want to say a huge thank you to all of the staff.
- MMr and Mrs Attewell.02/10/2024You made our day so special!You made our day so special!We had our wonderful wedding with you on 10.08.2024. Thank you for making us feel so relaxed in the day the staff were amazingly helpful and the organisation was fantastic. Everyone enjoyed the food on the day which was my important thing on the day. The evening buffet was also delicious so thank you to the chefs and all the staff that helped on the day. Our accommodation and breakfast was perfect. Thank you again and we will be back for sure. Mr and Mrs Attewell.We had our wonderful wedding with you on 10.08.2024. Thank you for making us feel so relaxed in the day the staff were amazingly helpful and the organisation was fantastic. Everyone enjoyed the food on the day which was my important thing on the day. The evening buffet was also delicious so thank you to the chefs and all the staff that helped on the day. Our accommodation and breakfast was perfect. Thank you again and we will be back for sure. Mr and Mrs Attewell.
- RRoss02/10/2024A big thank you to the teamA big thank you to the teamWe had our wedding there in August, the staff were amazing on the day and very accommodating to the wedding party and all of our guests. A big thank you to the team for making our day so specialWe had our wedding there in August, the staff were amazing on the day and very accommodating to the wedding party and all of our guests. A big thank you to the team for making our day so special
- CCatherine02/10/2024Thank you for making our day extra special.Thank you for making our day extra special.My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our Wedding Reception at Best Western The Red Lion Hotel in Salisbury. Harmony saw us through the majority of our plans, and offered to do some of the wedding stationery and then Tracey and the team took us through our big day. From start to finish the co-ordinators made us feel at ease, they were friendly, attentive and helpful. The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and efficiently served. We will treasure the memories created.My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our Wedding Reception at Best Western The Red Lion Hotel in Salisbury. Harmony saw us through the majority of our plans, and offered to do some of the wedding stationery and then Tracey and the team took us through our big day. From start to finish the co-ordinators made us feel at ease, they were friendly, attentive and helpful. The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and efficiently served. We will treasure the memories created.
- HHazel02/10/2024Went for a wedding, will be back!Went for a wedding, will be back!Stayed overnight for a wedding. The staff were all fantastic and the food and drink was amazing.Stayed overnight for a wedding. The staff were all fantastic and the food and drink was amazing.
- KKatie02/10/2024Beautiful, came here for a wedding recentlyBeautiful, came here for a wedding recentlyBeautiful, came here for a wedding recently, they had half the court yard as well as own little bar, dance floor and a reception room. The drink prices were reasonable. Lovely venue in the centre of town.Beautiful, came here for a wedding recently, they had half the court yard as well as own little bar, dance floor and a reception room. The drink prices were reasonable. Lovely venue in the centre of town.
Location & Contact Details for The Red Lion Hotel, Salisbury
Location & Contact Details for The Red Lion Hotel, Salisbury
FAQs
Find out a bit more from our FAQs
Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?
One wedding had a full day of entertainment for all guests. Including magicians, outdoor games for children and a casino table for the adults
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
We always encourage our couples to stop overthinking traditions and lean into what matters the most to them
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
A bride had made individual statues and monuments of special places they had been too.
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
Quirky, Unique, Historic, Charming, Romantic
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
Standing under the pointed roof with the the vine behind.
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?
Not known
What’s your favourite canapé?
We love our Coronation chicken on mini poppadum, (it always goes down a treat)
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
That final piece of wedding cake with a glass of bubbles
What is your venue's most unique feature?
The courtyard is our very special place. Also a very quirky skeleton clock which lives in the reception of the hotel
What part of your business are you most proud of?
How special each and every one of our weddings are, we are lucky to have a special relationship with each of our couples.
