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Price: £1,950 – £7,500
Guests: 150
Bedrooms: 13
Description
Description
If you are looking for one of the most romantic settings in England, look no further than Hedingham Castle. Set in acres of formal gardens, lakes and woods, the beautifully restored 900-year-old Norman Keep provides a stunning centre point to your day. Ceremonies take place in the majestic Banqueting Hall of the Castle, with receptions in the elegant Ballroom Marquee in the gardens of the Georgian Mansion House for up to 150 guests. Smaller receptions can also be held in the Castle itself (for up to 70), and the Garden Cottage is included for preparation and for the couple’s first night. Alternatively, you can hire the Royal Chamber for your wedding night - the only modern bedroom in a Norman Keep in the country! Or stay in our brand new shepherd's hut complete with wood fired hot tub. Multi-day weekend weddings are also available, with venue hire from Friday-Sunday. Looking for something more intimate? Our Elopement package can be booked up to 6 months in advance and are a unique and romantic way to tie the knot.
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: Sarah
At Hedingham Castle we understand that the whole planning journey can feel rather intimidating. We are here to help. Offering you our vast knowledge and advice, ensuring that your planning process is enjoyable and stress free every step of the way. Every wedding is different and it is our objective to ensure that everyone has the best possible experience in creating a day that exceeds your dreams.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2004
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
4
Overview of Hedingham Castle
Wedding Venue Type
Castle
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
150
Reception Capacity
200
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
13
Sleeps No. of People
25
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Church within walking distance
Sound system available
Wedding license
Dancefloor available
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Confetti permitted
Wedding Venue Details
Open Flame Permitted
Water view
Landscaped gardens
Exclusive use
Marquee permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
Pet friendly
Disabled access
Grade I/II Listed Building
On-site parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-house wedding coordinator
Wedding Catering
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-House Wine List
In-house catering
Alcohol license
Bar
Vegan catering
Halal catering
Kosher catering
Asian catering
Western / European
Hog Roast
Mediterranean
Pricing for Hedingham Castle
Pricing for Hedingham Castle
The venue hire fee cost includes the following: Use of the Castle for the ceremony, use of the grounds, House, Marquee, all staff, cutlery, crockery, table linen, glassware, cake stand and knife, table plan easel, your own personal Wedding Coordinator, use of the Cottage for pre bridal preparations (for the bride and bridesmaids), the Cottage for your overnight stay and use of a Mercedes Car to transport everyone up to the Castle from the Cottage.
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- MMatthew & Suzanne22/11/2018Magical day Magical dayFrom first viewing to sitting down with Sarah, everyone was just fantastic & so helpful & understanding, such a beautiful place too. Our day was perfect & ran smoothly with Sarah & gang advising us every step of the way. An overwhelming yet astounding place to be.From first viewing to sitting down with Sarah, everyone was just fantastic & so helpful & understanding, such a beautiful place too. Our day was perfect & ran smoothly with Sarah & gang advising us every step of the way. An overwhelming yet astounding place to be.
- KKim18/08/2018Great venue, average staffGreat venue, average staffWe & our guests had the best day, the venue is beautiful. Staff can be quite patronising, and not great planners compared to other event venues. Various hidden charges, so think there is better value for better venues out there. Looks good in photos!! We & our guests had the best day, the venue is beautiful. Staff can be quite patronising, and not great planners compared to other event venues. Various hidden charges, so think there is better value for better venues out there. Looks good in photos!!
- LLaura Shoesmith07/01/2018The prefect dayThe prefect dayThe interior of the castle is truly breathtaking and makes a perfect setting for a romantic wedding of any size. The staff are very friendly and couldn’t be more helpful. A huge plus is the venue offer a ceremony only wedding which can keep the costs down. The interior of the castle is truly breathtaking and makes a perfect setting for a romantic wedding of any size. The staff are very friendly and couldn’t be more helpful. A huge plus is the venue offer a ceremony only wedding which can keep the costs down.
- CChloe & Marc13/10/2016An amazing dayAn amazing dayWhat an amazing day we had! Thank you Lauren for everything, it was perfect and you totally got my vision. Beautiful venue, delicious food, great reception, what more could we ask for? What an amazing day we had! Thank you Lauren for everything, it was perfect and you totally got my vision. Beautiful venue, delicious food, great reception, what more could we ask for?
- LLauren and Peter Tutton13/10/2016Outstanding service throughout the dayOutstanding service throughout the day“We can’t thank you enough for the incredible planning and support on the day to help make our wedding so perfect. Our friends and family can’t stop talking about how beautiful the venue was and outstanding service throughout the day. Thank you!” “We can’t thank you enough for the incredible planning and support on the day to help make our wedding so perfect. Our friends and family can’t stop talking about how beautiful the venue was and outstanding service throughout the day. Thank you!”
- SSarah and Chris Pye13/10/2016"We could not of dreamt for more!"We could not of dreamt for more!“We had an amazing wedding day and we could not of dreamt for more! Stress-free in the preparation and on the day. I love looking back on the day. I love looking back through our photos to re-live the day. Thank you so much. Sarah and Chris”“We had an amazing wedding day and we could not of dreamt for more! Stress-free in the preparation and on the day. I love looking back on the day. I love looking back through our photos to re-live the day. Thank you so much. Sarah and Chris”
- MMaria & Kieran13/10/2016Really can’t thank you enoughReally can’t thank you enoughWe really can’t thank you enough for everything you did to make our wedding truly magical. Lauren, today would never have happened without you! You are a credit to Hedingham Castle and you have made the whole experience of setting up the big day so enjoyable and easy.We really can’t thank you enough for everything you did to make our wedding truly magical. Lauren, today would never have happened without you! You are a credit to Hedingham Castle and you have made the whole experience of setting up the big day so enjoyable and easy.
- CCharlotte and Joe Bricknell13/10/2016..breath taking, beautiful and truly romantic ..breath taking, beautiful and truly romantic“Friday 13th - Lucky for some. Hedingham Castle is the most breath taking, beautiful and truly romantic wedding venue that any bride could wish for. As the sun shone on the castle, we couldn't of imagined getting married any where else but here. The day was wonderful, with one guest describing its as 'layers of a cake', with each layer is another surprise. First we exchanged vows in the candle lit castle surrounded by our family and friends. Next we took our first walk as husband and wife over the beautiful bridge, surrounded by rose petal confetti. We were then greeted into the Main House, with a glass of champagne by the lovely staff, where we relaxed on the lawn, with a string quartet playing. We then made our way into the Marquee where we ate, drank and danced the night away. What we would give to do it all over again. I cannot thank the team at Hedingham enough, for making every single part of our dream come true. We would like to thank all of our suppliers for going above and beyond to make everything as we imagined. Thank you, Charlotte & Joe Bricknell “ “Friday 13th - Lucky for some. Hedingham Castle is the most breath taking, beautiful and truly romantic wedding venue that any bride could wish for. As the sun shone on the castle, we couldn't of imagined getting married any where else but here. The day was wonderful, with one guest describing its as 'layers of a cake', with each layer is another surprise. First we exchanged vows in the candle lit castle surrounded by our family and friends. Next we took our first walk as husband and wife over the beautiful bridge, surrounded by rose petal confetti. We were then greeted into the Main House, with a glass of champagne by the lovely staff, where we relaxed on the lawn, with a string quartet playing. We then made our way into the Marquee where we ate, drank and danced the night away. What we would give to do it all over again. I cannot thank the team at Hedingham enough, for making every single part of our dream come true. We would like to thank all of our suppliers for going above and beyond to make everything as we imagined. Thank you, Charlotte & Joe Bricknell “
- DDonna & Mark13/10/2016The most magical, special wedding dayThe most magical, special wedding dayWow and thank you. We had the most magical, special wedding day at Hedingham. It truly is the most spectacular venue. However what makes everything work and run to plan are the people. From the Open Day we could see that the Castle’s staff were professional, courteous and friendly. Ladies, thank you so very much for all you did for us and to everybody who made our day wonderful from start to finish. Wow and thank you. We had the most magical, special wedding day at Hedingham. It truly is the most spectacular venue. However what makes everything work and run to plan are the people. From the Open Day we could see that the Castle’s staff were professional, courteous and friendly. Ladies, thank you so very much for all you did for us and to everybody who made our day wonderful from start to finish.
- MMichelle & Richard13/10/2016We could not have asked for a better wedding!We could not have asked for a better wedding!Thank you so much for all of your hard work and patience over many months. We could not have asked for a better wedding. Thank you for a beautiful Castle, great food and entertainment. We are very grateful.Thank you so much for all of your hard work and patience over many months. We could not have asked for a better wedding. Thank you for a beautiful Castle, great food and entertainment. We are very grateful.
Location & Contact Details for Hedingham Castle
Location & Contact Details for Hedingham Castle
Travel Notes
If driving, use postcode CO9 3DJ which will bring you directly to the venue
Nearest Town
Sudbury / Halstead
Nearest Motorway & Junction
A12
Nearest Train Station
Braintree / Sudbury
Nearest Airport
Stansted Airport
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FAQs
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What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Don't stress! We will look after you every step of the way when you are planning your wedding at Hedingham Castle.
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
Historic Luxury Unique Romantic Fairytale
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?
Matt Le Blanc, Elizabeth Hurley, Sean Bean, Alexander McQueen, David Starkey, Jamie Lang, Jamie Oliver, Joey Essex, Izabella Blow, Helena Bonham-Carter, Stjepan Hauser, Ronan Keating, Larry Lamb, Anna Chancellor, James Fleet, Jay Kay, Matt Cardle, and Henry VII.
What’s your favourite canapé?
Either Salt Beef & Gherkin on Ciabatta, with Mustard Mayonnaise OR our delicious Mac 'n' Cheese bites.
What is your venue's most unique feature?
Our beautiful 900-year-old Norman Keep in which our wedding ceremonies are held.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
We are most proud of our personal touches. We are a family business and a family home and we love to welcome new couples into our family.
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