Stanbrook Abbey Hotel

Set within 26 acres near the Malvern Hills and the Cotswolds, Stanbrook Abbey is a Grade II listed former monastery developed throughout the 19th century.

The former chapel, characterful East Room and contemporary Garden Pavilion create markedly different settings within one venue. Celebrations can range from intimate ceremonies to evening receptions for up to 400 guests.

A wedding shaped around you

Whether you are planning an intimate gathering or a large evening reception for up to 400 guests, our experienced team will help create a wedding that reflects your personality.

Choose from a collection of distinctive ceremony and reception spaces, with flexible in-house and private catering options available. A dedicated wedding coordinator will support you throughout the planning journey and ensure every part of your day runs smoothly.

For complete privacy and flexibility, exclusive use allows you to make Stanbrook Abbey entirely your own.

Choose your ceremony setting

The Callow Great Hall

Capacity: 195 for a civil ceremony or 80 for a wedding breakfast

Once the abbey’s chapel, the Callow Great Hall is the jewel in Stanbrook Abbey’s crown. Its soaring architecture, fascinating history and sense of grandeur create a striking setting in which to exchange your vows.

St Anne’s Hall

Capacity: 100 for a ceremony, 80 for a wedding breakfast or 300 for the evening

With access to the Library Bar and balcony, St Anne’s Hall allows guests to move comfortably between dining, drinks and evening celebrations.

The East Room

Capacity: 60 for a ceremony or 50 for a wedding breakfast

Feature floor tiles, an oak-beamed ceiling and an original fireplace give the East Room its distinctive character, while large windows fill the space with natural light.

The Lakeside Pagoda

Capacity: Available on application

Exchange vows beneath the pagoda overlooking Willow Lake, surrounded by gardens, open skies and birdsong.

A larger celebration

The Garden Pavilion

Capacity: 280 for a wedding breakfast or 400 for the evening

Situated moments from Willow Lake, the Garden Pavilion is Stanbrook Abbey’s largest celebration space. Its neutral interior provides a versatile canvas for your chosen style, while doors open onto a private garden.

The grounds

The hotel's 26 acres offer countless settings for reception drinks, entertainment and photographs.

Explore the lawns, colourful gardens, Willow Lake and the romantic courtyard, or capture the scale and character of the abbey’s historic architecture. The lovers’ swing provides another memorable place to pause together.

Food and drink

Our kitchen team creates seasonal menus showcasing the best available regional produce.

From elegant wedding breakfasts to sharing platters and interactive evening food stations, every element can be shaped around your celebration. Bespoke cocktails and themed bars can add a personal flourish, while private catering options offer further flexibility for specialist requirements.

Make more of your celebration

Arrive the night before, enjoy afternoon tea or welcome loved ones with a private dinner.

The self-contained Manor House provides a private place for the wedding party to prepare together. With its own drawing room, study and kitchen, it offers space to relax and capture those exciting morning photographs. Beautiful feature rooms and suites provide further getting-ready options.

Stay together

Stanbrook Abbey has 70 elegant bedrooms, including feature rooms and suites. Many enjoy characterful views towards the Malvern Hills.

Family-friendly accommodation and preferential wedding rates are available, with a full traditional breakfast included. The following morning, gather with your guests and relive your favourite moments.

Book your private viewing and begin planning your wedding at Stanbrook Abbey Hotel.