Ventnor Botanic Garden

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£500 - £7,500 for Venue Hire
Up to 200
7 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence
Dream of your wedding in an exclusive subtropical garden paradise, where your imagination is your only limitation in making your special day, one to remember forever.
Ventnor Botanic Garden Pricing & Costs

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£500
Maximum Price
£7,500
Our ceremony rooms and outdoor spaces start from £500. You can also scale up your venue hire, all the way to the full garden package at £7500. There's plenty of room to create your perfect set-up, get in touch for a tailored quote!
What is included in this pricing:
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Exclusive use
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Day before set up available

In-house catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£15
Maximum Price
£50
You can choose from a wide range of cuisine options including barbecues, buffets and 3-course sit down meals. We curate bespoke menus led by your requests.
What is included in this pricing:
Bespoke menu available
Corkage charge applicable
Menu tasting included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Ventnor Botanic Garden Features & Capacity

Overview

Venue Type
Garden
Outdoor
Dining Capacity
200
Reception Capacity
400
No. of Bedrooms
7
Sleeps No. of People
16
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Usual Access Time
09:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 AM
Late Night Extension
Yes

Ceremony & Reception

Wedding Licence
Sound System Available
Dancefloor Available
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Confetti Permitted
Church Within Walking Distance

Venue

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

Food and Drink

External Catering Permitted
In-house Catering
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
Alcohol Licence
In-House Wine List
Ventnor Botanic Garden Full Description
Our 22 acres of garden with over 6000 plant, shrub and tree species gives you flexibility to host a wedding ceremony to suit your needs and fantastic photo opportunities for you and your guests. We also have underground Victorian cellars and secret tunnels to the sea. We give you the option to host large celebrations, intimate ceremonies for close family and friends, or even the option of exclusively hiring the whole garden to yourselves. We can help plant some ideas, grow and nurture your plans and then watch the big day blossom into a wondrous spectacle. Getting married outside, for many, is a wedding dream come true. Imagine your wedding ceremony under summer blue skies, engulfed by sights and sounds of New Zealand. Married in an endearing Pavillion, witnessed by your family and friends, surrounded by exotic, rare and beautiful plants - you are imagining the Ventnor Botanic Garden. In addition to our fantastic outdoor space, we have indoor rooms and a restaurant, allowing you to make the most of our unique venue for your special day. There’s no need to worry about the weather, as every wedding has the safety net of our elegant Echium room with floor to ceiling windows that overlook the Mediterranean pond, surrounded by 16ft tall Echium flowers. The balcony doors compliment the sound of the trees, and the trickling water of the Mediterranean pond transports you to another place. There is an abundance of stunning photo opportunities for you and your guests to enjoy, including a Victorian built tunnel leading to the cliff edge, with wonderful sea views to Steephill Cove and beyond.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Antony
We would love to help you with your special day, and show you around our beautiful venue, please get in touch through the Bridebook enquiry system.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
1972
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
3
Reviews
(14)
Sarah & Anthony
Happy couple married in July
January 2024
Perfect wedding
We had an amazing wedding here, we were from the mainland and the communication was pretty good, mostly emails but we did have phone calls aswell and they were really responsive. Antony was brilliant and so accommodating. We did change our guest numbers and they were absolutely fine with it. The food was amazing and the mocktail was divine. It did rain on our day but the view was still so beautiful even in the rain! We got some fabulous pictures especially through the tunnel which we got as much access to as we wanted. Amazing wedding!
Emily & Robbie
Happy couple married in June
November 2023
Best day ever!
We couldn't have been more delighted with our wedding experience at the Ventnor Botanical Garden. Not only was the venue incredibly beautiful, but the wedding team led by Antony, made the event a pleasure to organize, even from our hometown of Sydney (Australia!) In particular, Antony went out of his way to ensure we all had the most perfect day. He was so relaxed about everything, which enables us to relax and enjoy our day. Additionally access and management of suppliers was straightforward and we had plenty of time in advance of the event to decorate the marquee and gardens as we wanted. Could not recommend more highly. Thank you Antony and team. We had the very best day!
Chloe W
Happy couple married in June
November 2023
Picture Perfect Day
We had the best day for our wedding, the weather was gorgeous and the gardens were just amazing. We had a ‘garden party’ vibe for the day and it was just so easy and relaxed. No stresses on the day and all the staff were so helpful and on hand for everything.
Dave
Wedding: December
December 2022
Incredible venue, completely unique.
I am a supplier, I have DJ'd at many venues across the island. VBG has always been one of my favourites. The way it is set up it feels like you are in a hidden garden away from the rest of the world. No other venue can offer this unique experience. Although I rarely speak in depth to the staff and management, I have always heard fantastic things from the happy couple. I cant wait for my next event here.
Sarah & George
Happy couple married in September
December 2022
Thank you for making our dreams come true
Every single one of our guests said how outstanding the day was. Thank you for making our dreams come true. You and the staff on the day were absolutely impeccable. Everyone commented on you and your team on their professionalism but also how lovely and helpful everyone was. Thank you again Antony from the bottom of our hearts.
Jenny and Matt
Happy couple married in September
October 2022
Fantastic day at a beautiful venue!
When my partner and I visited Ventnor Botanic Gardens as a potential venue for our wedding, we immediately fell in love with the place. The gardens themselves are beautiful, and it was wonderful to be able to hold the ceremony outside followed by a drinks reception in a garden full of palm trees. There is even a tunnel out to the cliffs to get some dramatic photos against the sea. The whole day can be tailor-made to exactly the wedding you want. We wanted a small wedding, so were able to hire the restaurant (which seats 56 people) for the evening reception. For those who want a larger wedding, there is the option of hiring a marquee. There is a wide range of options for food, from three course meals to BBQs to buffets. We requested a custom menu of vegan sharing platters, expecting this to be expensive or too much trouble for the chef, but it was neither! The chef, Michael, delivered a fantastic spread, everything so delicious and more than we could have imagined. During the year of planning there was a little disruption at Ventnor - the wedding co-ordinators changed twice and the chef changed once. This did not impact our planning or our day though, as everything was handed over seamlessly and the day we had hoped for was delivered perfectly. Antony and Darren are absolute stars and dealt with a lot of the finer details behind the scenes - sourcing local beer, organising table linen, setting up the music and moving chairs and tables around between all the different parts of the day. It was absolutely perfect, and if you're looking for an outdoor venue (with backup rooms in case of rain) that will look after you throughout the whole process and cater for your exact requests, this is the place to go!
Ventnor Botanic Garden Location & Contact Details

Address

Undercliff Drive, Ventnor, Isle of Wight, PO38 1UL, England

Nearest Town

Ventnor

Nearest Train Station

Shanklin Train Station

Nearest Airport

Sandown Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Ventnor Botanic Garden?

A wintery November, mulled wine and hot chocolate in Olive Grove, lit up with fairy lights. All topped off with an open fire in the courtyard and mini movie projector for the kids

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

Stay in touch! We're always here to have a coffee, a call or a rehearsal. Our team will ensure the ducks are in a row with minimal stress to you, making sure you enjoy the day to its fullest

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

Wild flower bouquet and button holes, curated, harvested and handmade by our gardeners

Describe Ventnor Botanic Garden in 5 adjectives

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Where’s the best photo spot at Ventnor Botanic Garden?

The intimate Victorian Tunnel, overlooking the coastline on the edge of Ventnor's cliff-face

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Ventnor Botanic Garden?

Yes 🤫

What’s your favourite canapé?

Sticky Korean BBQ Beef Bites

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Giant Marshmallows, toasted on a firepit under the stars

What is Ventnor Botanic Garden most unique feature?

The historic Palm Garden, filled with the oldest palm trees in the UK, given to us by Queen Victoria

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Our kitchen and chef, able to deliver any menu imaginable

Bridebook Benefits

Bridebook GiftFree Bottle of Champagne
Bridebook Special OfferA bottle of Champagne for the lovely couple when booking through Bridebook.