We are a friendly and romantic hidden gem that can host civil ceremonies, wedding breakfasts and evening receptions all in one exclusive venue. We are licensed for both indoor and outdoor ceremonies for up to 120 guests. We offer post ceremony drinks and photographs in the stunning gardens with the amazing backdrop of the Medieval Coach House. Your wedding continues with a breakfast or high tea in the Grand Library or on the lawn. In the evening your guests up to 150 can retreat to the Coach House for an evening of laughter and fun on the dance floor, in the sofa lounge and vintage bar. We are full licensed and offer a cash bar service for guests in the evening. The Bride’s room is an intimate private room with dressing table and sofas for the stars of the day to relax and prepare yourselves for the day or evening. We do all we can to look after you before and during your wedding day. Many previous clients have particularly thanked us for offering help, guidance and generally reducing any stress. Nothing pleases us more than to be a small part of a beautiful day. Should you choose to hold your wedding with us at Rownhams House you can be assured that we only host one occasion a weekend. And unlike many venues, Rownhams House has always been a home. The existing house was built as a result of a shocking love story set in the mysterious Near East. And over the centuries it has seen its fair share of passion and intrigue. If you choose to celebrate your special occasion at Rownhams House you will be adding to this story. The house is owned and loved by a family who are there at a discreet distance should you need them. Since every wedding is different we do have a selection of choices and prices. We can also cope very well with ‘short notice’ weddings, provided it does not impinge upon another event.

Experience

Year Business Was Established

2010

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Overview of Rownhams House & Gardens

Wedding Venue Type

Country House / Manor House

Wedding Venue Capacity

Dining Capacity

120

Reception Capacity

150

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Church within walking distance

Sound system available

Fireworks permitted

Wedding Venue Details

Landscaped gardens

Exclusive use

Water view

Wedding Catering

External catering permitted

In-house catering

Alcohol license

Cultural Specialists

Asian Wedding Specialist

Pricing for Rownhams House & Gardens

Wedding Venue Hire Only

£2,750 - £3,995

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What's Included?

External caterers not permitted

Furniture included

Exclusive use

Day before set up available

Wedding coordinator available on the day

Choice of preferred caterers

Our hire only charge includes the following up to 10 6ft round tables to seat 120 guests, up to 116 chairs, wooden easel for seating plan, beautiful silver cake stand and knife, music system and red carpet for ceremonies, outdoor bar, fully licensed indoor bar with staffing for the evening only. Exclusive use of the Main House for ceremonies and a wedding breakfast and Coach house for the evening reception which includes a cool bar, chesterfield sofa room, food area and dance floor. You will have access on the Friday to set up, exclusive use on the Saturday for your wedding and access on Sunday morning to pick up your personal decorations.

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In-house Catering (price per head)

£25 - £75

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What's Included?

Menu tasting included

Table linen included

Multiple course wedding breakfast

Cutlery included

No corkage fee

Bespoke menu available

We have 6 approved caterers that are experienced at working at Rownhams House. Our caterers offer a range of price points and different menus / styles of food from BBQ's to 3 course dinners. You work directly with the caterer of your choice, and get to build a great relationship with them over the months leading up to your special day. You are welcome to supply your own drinks during the day only, and we do NOT charge a corkage fee, which offers a great savings to you.

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Reviews for Rownhams House & Gardens
(35)

Jan & danny

Happy couple married in July

July 2019

Rarely say perfect,but only word that fits!

What an incredible venue ! Helen and nigel werent too shabby either(read fantastic) our wedding celebration could not have been any more perfect.their professianalism,attention to detail and personal help unbelievable.

Emily

Happy couple married in September

November 2018

Perfect wedding venue

Absolutely perfect wedding venue. We had our ceremony here - the ceremony room is beautiful, and the grounds are even better. Such a hidden gem, couldn't have wished for a better venue

Jonny & Tali

Happy couple married in August

June 2016

It was the most amazing day of our lives!

Thank you for letting us use your wonderful home for our wedding reception and all the help you gave us along the way! It was the most amazing day of our lives All the best Jonny & Tali

Anji Thallon

Wedding: July

June 2016

The perfect venue and the perfect day.

The perfect venue and the perfect day. Nigel and Helen looked after everything for our daughter's wedding from the moment we met them until they helped us clear up! The outside wedding setting was stunning, as were the Library wedding breakfast and the Coach House for the evening. Nothing was too much trouble and they were a very calming influence! Everyone was blown away by Rownhams House and said it was the best wedding they've ever been to. Thank you so much!

Duncan Harris

Happy couple married in September

June 2016

We loved every moment of our day

Since the Autumn of 2016 you have both been so helpful and accommodating. Thank you so much for all of your guidance and support. We could not have hand picked a more beautiful venue to get married, and we have loved every moment of our day Mr & Mrs H

Sarah & Steve

Happy couple married in May

June 2016

Thank you so much

Thank you so much for everything you did to make our big day so special! Everyone said how wonderful Rownhams House was, & what a great time they had!

Mandie Tonge

Wedding: October

June 2016

You both worked tirelessly to make us all welcome and a provide a perfect day.

Massive thanks to Nigel and Helen for helping to create our daughter and new son-in-laws wedding, so very special, at such a wonderful venue. You both worked tirelessly to make us all welcome and a provide a perfect day. From planning to packing up you were with us every step, providing encouragement and wisdom. The wedding breakfast looked beautiful, with Helen's handy work and a bunch of roses. From the bottom of my heart, thank you

Daisy Astill

Happy couple married in October

June 2016

A Perfect Day

Nigel and Helen were absolutely amazing throughout planning our wedding and on the wedding day. They are not pushy, nor interfering, but helped us in making every decision needed for our wedding. They were so so supportive in everything we did and patient with us when we were unsure (or just slow at replying when weighed down by wedding admin!). Rownham's house itself is absolutely stunning. It was so beautiful and lovely to have different aspects of our wedding in different areas. We were lucky enough to have a sunny day so we could have our first dance and cutting of the cake on the lawn, with all of our loved ones around us, which was incredibly special. All of our guests loved the house and the feel of our day, because of Nigel and Helen. We couldn't have had a more perfect day if we'd tried. Thank you so much, Nigel and Helen, for everything you did for us and our day.

Rob & Alice

Happy couple married in November

June 2016

Such excellent hosts

Thank you for being such excellent hosts for our wedding reception in September. We absolutely loved the venue from our first visit and you made everything so easy and we felt so welcome on our wedding day. Our guests complimented us on our choice of Rownhams House as well. Wishing you all the best Rob & Alice

Mark Fisher

Happy couple married in October

June 2016

We will definitely recommend the venue

Hi guys, we have just returned from our honeymoon. We just wanted to say a huge thank you for everything during our wedding day and build up. The venue is absolutely stunning and was the perfect surroundings for our day. It was so lovely to be able to have the blank canvas to make our wedding very personal and very special. Thank you Nigel and Helen for all your help and making the day perfect. We will definitely recommend the venue to anyone looking for that extra special place for that extra special occasion. Thank you so much!