Built in 1824 and set in 10 acres of beautiful woodland, East Dene Isle of Wight wedding venue is a tribute to Victorian splendour. The past home of Algernon Swinburne – Poet and Raconteur – it is a treasure trove of history, through its time as the Convent of the Sacred Heart and as a Country Hotel. We will host a memorable reception for you and your guests; up to 50 inside the grade 2 listed mansion house and up to 150 in our marquee following a wedding at the church of your choice. Book a full wedding service package, with a civil wedding or partnership, in one of our four licensed rooms. From weddings of the rich and famous to the girl next door, our focus is you. We will work with you to help create the wedding that you always imagined. With private use of the house and grounds you’ll get time to prepare for the big day, help us with any of the tiny details that will make a big difference, or maybe you’ll find time to relax in our hot tub… You’ll also benefit from our advice and contacts. We can arrange anything from flowers, cakes, marquee dressing, ordering wine, chefs. Even arranging activities such as a couples massage, pamper sessions, fishing boat trips, zorbing or golf. Contact our Wedding Planner on 01983 852374 to arrange a viewing, meet our Chef and talk through

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Stella

Hello and welcome to East Dene, please do get in touch to design your own perfect wedding day with us. Come for a coffee and a no obligation viewing and have a chat with myself and our chef to create your perfect day.

Experience

Year Business Was Established

2004

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Overview of East Dene

Wedding Venue Type

Country House / Manor House

Wedding Venue Capacity

Dining Capacity

Reception Capacity

110

Wedding Venue Accommodation

No. of Bedrooms

Sleeps No. of People

Bridal Suite

Standard Room

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Church within walking distance

Sound system available

Wedding license

Wedding Venue Details

Open Flame Permitted

Water view

Landscaped gardens

Wedding Catering

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

In-House Wine List

In-house catering

Cultural Specialists

Other

Jewish Wedding Specialist

Muslim Wedding Specialist

Pricing for East Dene

Wedding Venue Hire Only

£3,300 - £3,300

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The venue hire price includes access from 4pm the eve of the wedding until 12pm the day after the wedding

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In-house Catering (price per head)

£2 - £36

Packages (total price)

£3,540 - £9,360

Number of guests included: 0

Reviews for East Dene
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This is one of my favourite venues! I really love the poetic ambience of the house, beautiful panelling and a stunning staircase so a bride can really make an entrance. The grounds are perfect for an outdoor wedding too. amazing views across The Channel. I just love it!

Charlie & Delphine

Happy couple married in October

June 2016

it was absolutely spot on

Delphine Byford · 3 October 2017 We held our wedding at the beautiful East Dene this September 2017 and it was absolutely spot on. We didn’t have any issues on the day, the food was lovely and all the staff were very friendly and helpful. Stella was very patient with us throughout all our extensive planning, she is an absolute star! We highly recommend this venue with its beautiful location and fantastic staff. Thank you for making our wedding weekend an unforgettable event! Charlie, Delphine & little Alexander Xx

Brilliant venue for my daughters wedding. The staff were so amazing and super helpful.... totally recommend this wonderful place. Thank you guys xx

Josie & Del

Happy couple married in September

June 2016

Everything here is magical!

Everything here is magical! The views are breathtaking, the rooms are beautiful and the staff were amazing! Nothing was too much bother, Stella went above and beyond to make sure our day was perfect. She went from organising guests, transporting fish to taking care of a child that got too overwhelmed!! We honestly couldn't have asked for anything more and would like to thank you for all you have done in the last 18months!

Blue & Dean

Happy couple married in September

June 2016

we can't rate this place highly enough

We had our zombie wedding here Sept 2017 & everything about the place, the build up, & the staffing team was AWESOME! Stella is incredible, a genuinely lovely person who was so laid back (particularly considering what we wanted to to to her beautiful location!) & super efficient at getting everything & anything done, she was incredibly tolerant & helped to make the day the roaring success it ended up being. The venue is fantastic, as are the grounds, & we could not have wished for a better team to support our day, who all even opted to make themselves into fantastic zombies! We can't thank you all enough, we can't rate this place highly enough, you all rock, love the Pike family xxx

Lou and Carly

Happy couple married in September

June 2016

best day of our lives

We had the best day of our lives. Every little detail was taken into consideration. Nothing was too much trouble for the team to do for us, they all went above and beyond. All of our guests enjoyed themselves and were looked after equally as well as we were. The food was brilliant and the wedding organiser planned it all perfectly. The rooms and grounds are beautiful so we have lots of wonderful photos. Highly recommend.

Location & Contact Details for East Dene

Wedding Venue Address

Bonchurch Village Road, Ventnor, Isle of Wight, PO38 1RQ, England, United Kingdom

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Describe the best wedding that happened at East Dene?

Other than my own wedding reception (which has to be the best of course), we hosted an Indian/English wedding and reception. There was a mandup erected on our lower field for 2 of the hindu ceremonies, there was also an english civil ceremoy follwed later that afternoon with a renewal of vows by the same registrars. The meals were a traditional English ploughmans lunch with a local cheeseboard, then our chefs created the the brides grandparents family recipe of indian dishes.

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

It's your day, have it the way you want it.

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

I encourage couples to add personal touched to their wedding and make it their own, not just any other wedding. Each one we do here is bespoke and has personal inputs from themselves and family members, from using grandma's vintage china for high tea right through to the home-made favours for the guests.

Describe East Dene in 5 adjectives

Magical, personal, special, flexible, awesome

Where’s the best photo spot at East Dene?

There's so many, either with the sea views framing your perfect day or with the mansion house as a backdrop.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at East Dene?

The closest to 'celebrity' we have had have been, one of the previous producers of 'The Basil Brush Show', we also hosted the ceremony and receptio for the 2 co-organisers of The Bestival.

What’s your favourite canapé?

Roast beef with caramelised red onion in miniature yorkshire puddings.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Cheese and crackers, not good of a night time I know but its my favourite :-)

What is East Dene most unique feature?

We've been told many times that what makes us unique is that we are down to earth, relaxed and flexible when needed. We put our own personal touch on each wedding as well as the bride and groom having the overall say so on how they want their day to be.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Our approach to every wedding being individual.

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