Step into 45 acres of stunning woodland habitat in the heart of the City. Arnos Vale is the perfect location for couples looking for that unique wedding setting in Bristol. Discover our Woodland Wedding venue set in the breathtaking surroundings of our natural forest ecosystem and step away from the ordinary. Imagine your guests sat on rustic benches surrounded by fairy lights and birdsong as the bride walks down the aisle in the only licensed civil ceremony woodland venue in Bristol. The freshly renovated Spielman Centre has the perfect fusion of elegant Victorian architecture mixed with the modern glass design of the Atrium Cafe. Licensed for civil ceremonies, picture yourselves walking the grand steps between the elegant pillars leading up to the imposing double wooden doors opening into a lofty interior space. Our final venue, the Anglican Chapel, is a majestically elegant Grade II listed building and the centrepiece in our venue collection. Licensed for Church of England ceremonies, the wide ornate steps leading into the Chapel make a wonderful entrance for both guests and the bride leading into our grandest space. With its stunning central location, award winning food and combination of unique venues, Arnos Vale is the complete location for your wedding in Bristol.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Buffy

Yay, you're engaged! Bristol's only licensed outdoor wedding venue the Underwood is ideal for a rustic or intimate ceremony with your loved ones. We also have 2 Victorian buildings, perfect for a grand ceremony, elegant wedding breakfast and to continue your evening celebrations well into the evening. I know it’s a lot of information and it can be quite daunting so please feel free to contact me with any questions (regarding the venue or other wedding things) and I’ll do my best to help!

Experience

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Overview of Arnos Vale Cemetery

Wedding Venue Type

Garden / Outdoor

Wedding Venue Capacity

Dining Capacity

100

Reception Capacity

140

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Church within walking distance

Sound system available

Dancefloor available

Wedding Venue Details

Exclusive use

Pet friendly

Disabled access

Wedding Catering

In-House Wine List

In-house catering

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

Pricing for Arnos Vale Cemetery

Wedding Venue Hire Only

£1,595 - £4,495

Reviews for Arnos Vale Cemetery
(19)

Fern and Jason

Happy couple married in August

December 2018

I truly cannot thank the team enough

Buffy and Kate’s Kitchen were helpful and informative at every step in the planning. Our day was absolutely perfect and all of our guests had an amazing time. I truly cannot thank the team enough for making our special day extra extra special. Buffy was amazing all day and all of the run up to our wedding. There is nothing she could have done better for us, she was fantastic.

Natalie and Helen

Happy couple married in August

December 2018

Our day was incredible!

Our day was incredible. Not only does this venue offer a relaxed environment to get married in - the staff from Arnos vale and Kate’s kitchen really add to the specialness of the day. The food and drinks choices are fantastic, the facilities great and there’s so much opportunity to put a mark on your day. All staff are happy to help and contribute. Couldn’t ask for more. Buffy is worth her weight in gold! Played an instrumental part in ensuring the day went as planned and she went above and beyond. V impressed.

Briony and Lonie

Happy couple married in September

December 2018

AMAZING <3

You were an absolute pleasure to share on our special day. We cannot thank you enough!

Johanna and Alex

Happy couple married in June

December 2018

Wonderful party!

We're slowly recovering from our wonderful party - it was such a great day but we're knackered now!

Charlotte and Mark

Happy couple married in September

December 2018

It felt like magic!

A lot of people can’t see the potential of Arnos Vale as people shy away from the fact it’s a cemetery. However, as soon as we walked through the gates it felt like magic! Our wedding flowed so well using both the Anglican Chapel and Spielman Centre. The catering team (Cleverchefs) are outstanding and Buffy is phenomenal! The Cleverchefs team provided an excellent and seamless service. We had the best day of our lives and were extremely happy with the five star waiting team and especially Nick. Buffy is a real asset to the Arnos Vale team and she really made our wedding day.

Nick and Holly

Happy couple married in April

December 2018

The most amazing venue.

The most amazing venue. The most amazing staff. Everything was perfect. Buffy was the most understanding, enthusiastic person who makes everything so easy and chilled.

Martin and Nikki

Happy couple married in August

December 2018

Cannot speak highly enough.

We planned and AV delivered. Seamless, problem free, user-friendly, professional..... We could go on!

Erika and Tristan

Happy couple married in May

December 2018

Thank you to everyone at Arnos Vale.

The process from start to finish was well organised, friendly and professional. The venue is beautiful and the staff are fantastic. We loved that everything was so flexible so that we could create a day that was personal to us. Buffy was amazing and made everything so easy for us during the planning and on the day, we couldn't have done it without her. Thank you to everyone at Arnos Vale.

Hannah and Andrew

Happy couple married in July

December 2018

We had the most magical day!

We had the most magical day and would like to thank everyone who worked so hard to make it so, thank you so much! Buffy was fantastic, she made us feel completely at ease and her genuine enthusiasm for what she does was infectious! She is an asset to the team at Arnos Vale & would recommend her 100% 🙂 X

Sam and Tilly

Happy couple married in August

December 2018

Couldn’t be happier! Buffy did a great job!

The spielman centre provided the perfect venue for our wedding. Buffy and the team provided all the support we needed, so that the the planning and the day itself was seamless.