Marquee Sites - List

Aldenham SchoolHERTFORDSHIRE

School in 110 acres of attractive grounds with buildings dating from C18th. Marquee site on large cricket pitch available on (some) weekends and school holidays. Several civil ceremony rooms including traditional wood panelled dining hall for up to 110. Various function rooms for from 40 to 1000 guests (sports pavillion). Has own marquee for hire for one week from 30th June 2012

Tel: 01923 851669

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Amberley CastleWEST SUSSEX

Medieval castle hotel where a marquee for 250 can be erected in beautiful grounds. Exclusive use of castle with a marquee starts at £285 per guest with full event management. Civil ceremonies for 56 or church weddings at nearby St Michaels.

Tel: 01798 831992

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Ardington HouseOXFORDSHIRE

C18th century mansion in grounds, home of Baring family. Own lakeside fully furnished marquee for up to 200 in picturesque gardens. Drinks receptions in Imperial Hall or on South Lawn. Civil ceremonies in the Hall for up to 60, or up to 180 on Temple Island. Exclusive use venue hire from £5000. Preferred caterers from £65/head. From £2500 for 9 double/twin bed overnight accommodation with butler & breakfast.

Tel: 01235 821 566

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Avington ParkHAMPSHIRE

Grand C17th stately home - private home - where marquees for up to 175+ can be errected, usually attached to house but can be separate. Five rooms for civil ceremonies for up to 100. Only exclusive use hire. No in-house catering. POA (medium range pricing)

Tel: 01962 779260

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Badgemore ParkOXFORDSHIRE

Golf club with own marquee for 60. Can hire larger marquees (30m x 12m) in walled garden for up to 200 seated plus dance floor. Civil ceremonies for 50 in the Gallery Room, or 79 with marquee extension. In-house catering except for genuine special requirements. From £35 for 3 course meal with marquee and venue on top (price varies with marquee).

Tel: 01491 637300

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The BarnyardKENT

Pretty restaurant/farm shop/gift shop complex in 150 acres with own permanent year-round marquee for up to 200 seated guests. In house catering. Civil ceremonies - included in wedding packages - for up to 200 (depending on location) in marquee, in restauraunt or outside in the Breezehouse with country views.Exclusive use of marquee and surrounding area. Other areas also available for hire.

Tel: 01634 235059

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Bailiffscourt HotelWEST SUSSEX

Early C20th house in 30 acres built in medieval style using many medieval items and materials, now 39 bedroom luxury hotel. Marquees for up to 300 in rose garden or helipad field. Must include exclusive use hire of hotel from £10500 (includes all bedrooms) and in-house catering from £55. Marquee cost (varies) on top. Civil ceremonies in the music room for 60, wedding blessings in the chapel.

Tel: 01903 723511

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Basildon ParkBERKSHIRE

National Trust 18th century Palladian mansion in extensive parkland. Front lawn or Lady Iliffe’s lawn available to hire for marquees hosting up to 200 guests. The Garden Room and South Pavilion drawing room are licensed for civil ceremonies for up to 70 people. From £3900.

Tel: 0118 9843040

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Belair HouseLONDON

Grade II listed Georgian house with panoramic views across Belair Park. Site for marquees for up to 400 on the green in front of the house. Package includes exclusive venue hire plus catering for £13500, with marquee, flowers etc (your choice) on top. Civil licence for up to 80.

Tel: 020 8299 9788

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The Manor at BickleyKENT

Late Victorian house, now a hotel in landscaped grounds with its on Grand Marquee for up to 490. Civil ceremonies for up to 100. Used to allow large marquees far from the house but under new management so we don't know.

Tel: 020 3598 9900

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Bilsington PrioryKENT

Restored sections of C13th priory in 7 acres of gardens within 1000 acre estate. Own fully furnished marquee next to the Priory for up to 120, and extendable if needed. Only in-house catering. Camping on site. Also bar and dance space in the Chapter House.

Tel: 01233 720992

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Bisham AbbeyBUCKINGHAMSHIRE

C13th century Abbey, former home of Henry VIII, now a sports centre in picturesque setting on banks of the Thames. Riverside marquee site can accommodate events of all sizes & marquees can be attached via a walkway to the Abbey with historic function rooms. Civil ceremonies for up to 150 in oak paneled Great Hall. Wedding packages.

Tel: 01628 476911

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The Bishops TableSURREY

C18th hotel in the centre of Farnham with walled garden for marquees for up to 150. Only in house catering. Canapé parties from £14.95/head; dinner from£25/head. Marquee and other hirers your choice or hotel can recommend. No extra venue hire charge.

Tel: 01252 710222

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BlakesESSEX

Golf club with own marquee for 100 attached to restaurant and opening onto terrace and garden. Civil ceremonies in function room (80) or restaurant (200). Part of wedding package including venue catering. From £35/head

Tel: 01992 525151

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Blenheim PalaceOXFORDSHIRE

Home to Duke of Marlborough & Sir Winston Churchill's birthplace. Baroque palace dating from early C18th in 2100 acres. Several marquee sites for all sizes of event, including on South Lawn with Palace as backdrop, & attached to the Palace. Prices vary depending on event and site - from £750 to £75000+. Marquee, catering etc in house or your choice (all external suppliers checked). 2 civil ceremony sites (200/220).

Tel: 01993 813874

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Bossington HouseHAMPSHIRE

Privately owned William IV house with sweeping lawns down to the river with 3 marquee sites for up to 300. Exclusive venue hire £2500 (2009). Specializes in local family weddings & only a few/year. No in-house catering except for fishing & shooting events.

Tel: 01794 388247

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Braid FarmKENT

Four acre field within but separate from farm/cottages/caravan park complex. Greenfield site requiring loos and generator but free choice of everything else and flexible about noise and time requirements. Good value.

Tel: 01223 771982/07782 243175

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Braxted ParkESSEX

Mansion with extensive grounds with 2 lakes. Permanent marquee-like pavillion in walled garden for up to 300. Church within the estate. Civil ceremonies in pretty Orangery or other rooms for up to 300. Flexible pricing packages, either using Braxted services or venue only. From £9000 venue hire only. Only recommended caterers from £48/per head. Garden cottage and 8 ensuite rooms available for accomodation

Tel: 01621 892305

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Brewerstreet FarmhouseSURREY

Grade 1 listed Tudor farmhouse in 400-acre dairy farm with own marquee for up to 200 seated on pretty site approached via bridge over stream. Venue hire is for complete package, including catering. Civil ceremonies in a waterside gazebo.

Tel: 01883 770049

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Brightling ParkEAST SUSSEX

Mansion dating from C18th in 600 acre estate with beautiful views over the South Downs. Several marquee sites including the old tennis court by the house, the walled garden and by the Grade II listed early C19th summerhouse overlooking the Temple folly and the Downs. Free choice of suppliers and no limits on party end time! Large events possible. Guests can camp and there are also two cottages for rent.

Tel: 01424 828241

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Brighton City AirportEAST SUSSEX

Small airport with huge 10 acre grass site and remarkable Art Deco Terminal. Most suited to large shows, fairs etc. Competitively priced. Can be fenced off. Plenty of car park space. Marquee extensions to airport restaurant (seats 80) also possible. In-house catering for all types of events. The airport's Pashley suite (seats 60) approved for civil weddings.

Tel: 01273 467373

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Broadacres WeddingsEAST SUSSEX

Privately owned large country farmhouse set in the middle of 18 acres of peaceful Sussex countryside. Marquees for up to 150 people. Choice of two sites. Available from April to October. Overnight accommodation available. Exclusive use from an affordable £850.

Tel: 07568 083616

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Brocket HallHERTFORDSHIRE

Stately home, now dedicated luxury event venue, in 543 acres of mature parkland with two 18-hole golf courses. Sites for marquees for 400, 500 and 700 guests. All events exclusive. In-house catering for up to 150, above that your choice. Events very bespoke. Civil licence for 150. Accomodation for 46 with butler service available.

Tel: 01707 368700

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Brook Farm CuffleyHERTFORDSHIRE

Family run farm with peaceful greenfield site for marquees of any size. Free choice of all suppliers. No in-house catering. No corkage. Requires generator. Small function room also available.

Tel: 01707 872450

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Broome Park HotelKENT

Well appointed year-round permanent marquee for up to 200 with bar, power and loos in grounds of Lord Kitchener's old stately home, now a hotel. Civil ceremonies in reconstructed Italian Temple in the Italian gardens. Free choice of caterers.

Tel: 01227 831701

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Broyle PlaceEAST SUSSEX

Restored Grade II listed Elizabethan manor house in 15 acres, private home. Can host marquees for for up to 150 from May to September. Civil ceremonies for 50 in the Hall. Overnight accomodation. Flexible about suppliers - venue organizes or you choose. No in-house catering. Exclusive use venue hire £3000. All other costs depend.

Tel: 01273 815930

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Buckhurst ParkEAST SUSSEX

Historic Country house dating from the C16th in impressive grounds with two marquee sites on the top and bottom lawns set in gardens designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens & Gertrude Jekyll. The Estate is also celebrated as the site of Winnie the Pooh's 100 Acre Wood. No in-house catering but flexible about suppliers & no corkage. Civil ceremonies for up to 70 inside the house. Shooting, fishing & deer stalking can be arranged.

Tel: 07525 060733

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Bush HallHERTFORDSHIRE

Grade II listed mansion hotel in 25 acres of gardens, now being restored.

Tel: 01707 271251

Buxted Park HotelEAST SUSSEX

Hotel in Georgian house set in 312 acres of parkland with marquee site on lawns. Function rooms inside the hotel. Various wedding packages, including exclusive use of the 44-bedroom hotel. Prices vary from £5600 up (2018), with 20% discounts in November. 2 civil ceremony sites in orangery and an old state room for up to 120.

Tel: 01825 733333

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Cams HallHAMPSHIRE

Grade 2 listed Georgian mansion, now a business centre. Site for quite large marquees (240 seated+) in the grounds. Weddings only at w/e, no use of house, no in-house catering. £1000 ground hire and you organize suppliers. Licensed for civil ceremonies for up to 60. Corporate events can be during the week and can use house services if required.

Tel: 01329 227444

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Cantley House HotelBERKSHIRE

Small Victorian Country House Hotel in grounds with space for marquees for up to 200 seated. Marquees can be connected to wood paneled Oak Room for dancing and/or civil ceremonies. Only in-house catering. Catering and venue cost from £80/head. Marquee price on top: eg £2617 (160 guests). Exclusive use, evening hire extra.

Tel: 0118 978 9912

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Chalfont Park Sports ClubBUCKINGHAMSHIRE

A flood in the club house means this venue not available until mid 2015. Normally, it's a sports club with marquee site for up to 200.

Tel: 07798 650727

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Chelsea Physic GardenLONDON

Four acre garden founded in 1673 as the Apothecaries Garden & still specialising in medicinal plants. Marquees on the lawn for up to 300 seated with free access to garden on Saturdays and weekday evenings from May to September. Events end at 10.30. Preferred suppliers. No rock or pop music! Ground hire £3000-£6000 with marquee, catering on top. Events end 10.30pm or till 11.30pm for £1000 extra.

Tel: 020 7352 5646

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Chenies Manor HouseBUCKINGHAMSHIRE

Privately owned Tudor manor house in beautiful gardens available as venue for weddings only. Marquee extension to Garden Room (seats 100) creates 2 spaces for weddings. Exclusive venue hire in expensive range (just). In-house catering available, but free choice of suppliers (venue can recommend). No corkage.

Tel: 01494 762888

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The Cherwell Boat HouseOXFORDSHIRE

Restaurant, bar and punt house on the River Cherwell. Relaxed venue with reknowned wine list. Own marquee for hire on terrace overlooking the river for up to 130 seated. £150 for simply furnished marquee with extras (dance floor, banqueting chairs) available. Events can be conbined with punting! Catering from £12.95/head (BBQ) to £30/head.

Tel: 01865 552746

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Cherwell Edge Golf ClubOXFORDSHIRE

18 hole golf course with permanent marquee from March to Oct for up to 120 seated. Function room and conservatory also available. Only in-house catering. Civil ceremonies for up to 200. £650 for venue and fully furnished marquee. Catering from £10/head for finger buffet.

Tel: 01295 711591

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Chessington World of AdventuresSURREY

Permanent Park Side marquee for up to 450, daytime use only. £34/head includes marquee, hostesses, event management, unlimited soft drinks & and use of all rides. Most suitable for family fun days. Minimum 50 guest.

Tel: 0870 141 3334

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Chichester CathedralWEST SUSSEX

George Bell House - in the precincts of the Cathedral & with views of the spire - has room for a marquee for 150 in the grounds. The ground floor also seats 120 over 3 rooms. The house also has 8 en-suite bedrooms. Exclusive use £4500 including marquee (2015).

Tel: 01243 813585

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Chigwell HallESSEX

Late Victorian Grade II listed red brick mansion in 42 acres of grounds that is now a wedding venue. Has its own Mega and Mini marquees for up to 1000 and up to 200 respectively. Can use own caterers. Also four indoor function rooms.

Tel: 020 8500 2735

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Chiswick HouseLONDON

Palladian House in landscaped grounds with own ivory-lined & carpeted marquee - The Garden Pavilion - next to the house. The marquee seats 250 for just dining (220 with dancing) & can be decorated in your style. Preferred suppliers only. Hire rates are from £6000 on weekdays and £8400 for weekend evenings which includes civil ceremonies for up to 96 in the house and drinks receptions for up to 150 in the house or courtyard .

Tel: 020 3141 3351

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Chiswick Sports Ground, University of WestminsterLONDON

Sports grounds in 40 acres with pitches that can serve as marquee sites, some by the Thames. Sometimes unavailable due to sports fixtures, but usually free in school holidays. Pavillion has function rooms & in-house catering. Prices start inexpensive for smaller events that won't damage the grass. Suitable for very large events. No 18th or 21st birthdays.

Tel: 020 3506 6129

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Churcher’s CollegeHAMPSHIRE

School in Victorian building with attractive marquee site on Headmaster's Lawn with views of South Downs. Marquees for up to 150 plus dance floor. Another option is elegant oak-panelled Assembly Hall. Quiet Garden for drinks. Exclusive venue hire. Ground hire of £2000 for either option includes use of a wedding planner. Choose from one of three favoured caterers. Free parking, no corkage.

Tel: 01730 236833

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Clandon ParkSURREY

Currently dealing with the aftermath of a terrible fire. The gardens are open.

Tel: 01483 222502

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The Clare FoundationBUCKINGHAMSHIRE

Charity hub on 12 acre estate in the Chilterns with rooms for meetings and conferencing. Marquees of any size can go on 4 acre Meadow, with good views and surrounded by ancient woodland. No civil ceremonies. Free parking for up to 250 cars. Ground hire on application via wedding planner only. All revenues reinvested in the charitable aims of the Foundation.

Tel: 0300 777 7000

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Coin StreetLONDON

Community development trust which transformed neglected 13 acre site on London's South Bank into thriving neighbourhood. 2 marquee sites: grassed riverside site for up to 150 standing; & car park next to Waterloo Station (versatile space, no height restrictions) for very large events. Must use preferred logistics and production management companies for large events. Preferred caterers but can use your own for £500.

Tel: 020 7021 1650

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Coltsfoot Country RetreatHERTFORDSHIRE

Picturesque small farmouse hotel with site for marquee for 70-150, only as part of exclusive use venue hire with all 15 bedrooms. Civil ceremonies for up to 120. Only in-house catering. From £6200 for venue hire plus small unfurnished marquee.

Tel: 01438 212800

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Cornbury ParkOXFORDSHIRE

Privately owned historic mansion dating from the C17th set in 6500 acres. Several marquee sites for marquees of any size: on front lawn, in park, by lake or in forest clearing. Ground hire fee depends on which site, but starts in medium range for smaller marquees. Free choice of suppliers but can suggest. Field sports events, private landing strip.

Tel: 01608 811276

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Coverwood Lakes and GardensSURREY

Privately owned estate with 14 acres of landscaped gardens with 4 lakes. Greenfield marquee site alongside a lake for up to 200, no mains power. Ground hire in medium price range. Preferred caterers & suppliers, no in-house catering. Other areas within the estate (one also by a lake) suitable for huge marquees. Only accepts a few events in spring/summer & is popular so book early!

Tel: 01306 731110

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Creeksea PlaceESSEX

Tudor mansion with own marquee for up to 200, April to October, on main lawn surrounded by house & with lake to the left. Bespoke event packages include fully furnished marquee, use of house rooms & event manager. In medium price range. Preferred caterers except for special requirements. Marquee can be extended for larger numbers.

Tel: 01621 784535

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Creslow ManorBUCKINGHAMSHIRE

Grade 1 listed manor house dating from C13th & the oldest continuously inhabited house in Bucks! Room for marquees for up to 300 in the Old Tennis Court in the quiet, secluded grounds. Has medieval walled garden & good views. No in-house catering. All suppliers your choice or venue can help. Exclusive use.

Tel: 01296 640191

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Crouch End Cricket ClubLONDON

Cricket ground with site for marquees of up to 100 guests in front of the pavillion weekdays only. The ground is within Shepherd's Cot, a remarkable large protected green oasis in Inner London which hosts several sports clubs. Views up to Alexandra Palace. Some in-house catering facilities, free choice of suppliers, venue can provide a bar. Not expensive.

Tel: 07745 473429

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Crouch Valley ShowgroundESSEX

Thirteen acre flat grassy greenfield site with good transport and access. Suitable for marquees and events of all sizes. The site is split by a brook leading to a small lake with islands. Requires loos and generators. No on-site catering, free choice of suppliers. Cost is £1000 per event day and £250 per setup day.

Tel: 07833 775500

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Crown InnKENT

Historic inn (building dates from C12th) with site within 2 acre garden for marquees for up to 300 seated. Civil ceremonies in 12th century restaurant, 13th century bar & dining area or at garden gazebo. In house catering. Wedding planning offered. Marquee plus catering packages & try and accomodate all reasonable budgets with eg BBQs for cheaper events etc

Tel: 01304 612555

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Ditcham ParkHAMPSHIRE

Victorian manor house set in 16 acres now used as a school. Marquees on the South Lawn. No alcohol license so you must apply.

Tel: 01730 823659

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Dorney CourtBERKSHIRE

Grade 1 listed manor house with site for large marquees on the lawns. Preferred caterers and suppliers (£1000 extra for own choice). Also fields in the grounds suitable for very large events. House only available for drinks reception for 60. Ground hire from £3500 with catering, marquee on top.

Tel: 01932 584282

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Down Hall HotelESSEX

Country house hotel in Italianate mansion set in 110 acres of grounds. Marquees of any size on the main lawn in front of the hotel. Ground hire is £15000 which includes a wedding co-ordinator and no competing events in the hotel. Civil ceremonies in hotel rooms for up to 200. Free choice of all suppliers.

Tel: 01279 731441

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Dulwich Picture GalleryLONDON

England's first public art gallery with collection of 16th & 17th century masters with marquee site for up to 220 seated in landscaped gardens. Marquee events usually with gallery hire. Catering in-house or favoured suppliers. Civil ceremonies for 90. Prices no bargain but reasonable for good London venue.

Tel: 0208 299 8713

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Duncton MillWEST SUSSEX

Trout fishery in 8 acres of grounds. Beautiful lakeside marquee site for up to 200, needs generator and toilets. Free choice of suppliers or venue can organize. Only c10 events per year. Fishing & shooting on site.

Tel: 01798 342685

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Duncton Village Hall WEST SUSSEX

Airy modern village hall, seats 80, with kitchen, toilets, BBQ facilities, pretty sun terrace and views of the South Downs all around. Lawns outside with room for quite sizeable marquees. Three day wedding weekend hire POA. Free choice of suppliers. No in-house catering.

Tel: 07775 674567

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Eartham HouseWEST SUSSEX

Regency House, home of Great Ballard School, remodelled by Lutyens and surrounded by 30 acres of parkland. Marquee site at the back with good views of house and garden for up to 200, mainly in school holidays. Exclusive use hire of house & grounds is £1500. Lots of medium-sized rooms in the house. Must use preferred caterer. Free choice of other suppliers.

Tel: 07855 928776

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Eastwell ManorKENT

Luxury spa hotel in historic manor house with 62 acres of garden in a 3000 acre estate with sites for large marquees. Wedding packages include in-house catering, hotel rooms, wedding planner etc. Exclusive use hire available. Three civil ceremonies locations for up to 300.

Tel: 01233 213000

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Ells Farm MeadowsOXFORDSHIRE

Family run farm with three fields suitable for marquees. One has a river at the bottom; the others have views down to Broughton Castle. Water and electricity available. Drinks reception in the orchard is an option. Camping space. Free choice of suppliers but venue can recommend. From £1500 for exclusive use weekend plus set up and take down.

Tel: 07912 617002

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Eltham PalaceLONDON

English Heritage Mansion built in 1936 by textile magnate Courtauld around surviving Great Hall of medieval palace. Stunning art deco interiors. Marquees can be sited in beautiful 19 acre gardens for up to 420. Palace rooms also avalable for up to 200. Civil ceremonies Friday and Saturday only. Preferred suppliers

Tel: 0208 294 2577

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Elsted Village HallWEST SUSSEX

Attractive timber roofed building with weatherboarded walls and panoramic views of the Sussex countryside. Large cricket pitch is also a site for marquees of any size, either attached to the hall or standing alone. Functions mainly on Saturdays (cricket on Sundays) and music must stop at 11.45pm. Very affordable with ground hire only £800 (2013).

Tel: 01730 825406

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The ElvethamHAMPSHIRE

Victorian mansion set in 35 acres, now a traditional-style hotel. Marquee package for weddings with over 250 guests. £15000 (2018) includes exclusive use of kitchen gardens for marquee and of formal gardens and grounds, 72 Bedrooms, kitchen facilities for external catering, parking for 200 cars, electricity & water supply, back-up generator. Function rooms in the hotel. Several civil ceremony rooms.

Tel: 01252 759861

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Epsom CollegeSURREY

Victorian built school in 80 acres of grounds. Several sites for marquees for up to 300 seated but only during school holidays. Medium price range. Mainly in-house catering. Civil licence for 200. Plenty of car park space.

Tel: 01372 821000

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Esseborne ManorHAMPSHIRE

Victorian country retreat in grounds, now a small country house hotel. Marquee site for up to 120, needs exclusive venue use for approx £1500. Only in-house catering, from £60 for 3 courses, wine, champagne and finger buffet. Civil ceremonies for up to 100 - for free if reception for more than 30 also takes place at Esseborne.

Tel: 01264 736444

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Farleigh WallopHAMPSHIRE

Luxurious country house with reception rooms and bedrooms in a 4,000 acre estate, with a 34m x 24m marquee standing in the 10 acres of garden. House and garden are available for exclusive use hire for corporate events and private hire.

Tel: 01256 301525

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Fawley HillOXFORDSHIRE

Home to a restored Victorian train station and the steepest standard gauge railway track in the world, Fawley Hill Estate can have marquees on a hilltop next to Ironhenge (a circle made from pillars once in the undercroft of St. Pancras station) which makes it ideal for festival style weddings. Some interesting indoor spaces. Free choice of suppliers. Very large events possible. The vintage waiting room of the station is licenced for civil ceremonies for 86.

Tel: 01491 574873

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FennesESSEX

Georgian Manor House set in 100 acres, now dedicated venue. Use of two furnished permanent structures seating 150/400 comes with exclusive use of the whole venue. Smaller reception rooms and bedrooms in the house. Wedding packages start at £5800. Just venue hire also available. Three civil ceremony rooms for up to 350. Only in-house catering unless special requirements.

Tel: 01376 324555

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Fiesta FieldsSURREY

Offers field spaces across Surrey and Sussex. Prices range from £3000 for simple ground hire to £28000 for an all inclusive package. Sites include Spirit Lake – am atmospheric 30 acre site with lakes, woodland, open spaces & walled garden, secure parking, power and water. Other rustic venues.

Tel: 07989 562864

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Four Elms Cricket ClubKENT

Cricket club with Victorian club house and site for marquees of any size between May & September but not normally on Saturdays because of cricket matches. Venue hire from £150. Free choice of suppliers though in-house catering available.

Tel: 07989 562864

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FoxhillsSURREY

Victorian manor house set in 400 acres, now luxury hotel and sports resort. Marquees for up to 600 on the manor lawn. Ground hire £800/day, marquee & catering (from £35 for 3 courses) on top. Full event management. Civil ceremonies for 90 in the library. Suitable for huge & sporting events.

Tel: 01932 704448

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Foxhole ParkWEST SUSSEX

Country house with marquee site for 200 on lawn in front of house with views of South Downs and local village. Ground hire in not expensive range. No in-house catering, preferred suppliers except for special requirements.

Tel: 01444 881227

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Freud MuseumLONDON

Sigmund Freud's London home, now a museum. Space in the garden for museum's own small marquee, seating about 40. Various indoor rooms for up to 80 standing, 30 seated. Events only from 17.30-22.30, Mon-Sun. Free choice of caterers, museum can recommend. Exclusive use hire of whole venue only: POA but in not expensive range.

Tel: 01367 810206

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Friars CourtOXFORDSHIRE

Privately owned moated C17th house in 4 acres with C19th & C20th additions. Several marquees sites for up to 200. Lots of civil ceremony options, including Gothic front porch & outdoor rose arbour. Marquee site hire £1900 (2009) or £600 for small marquee extension on terrace. Both include use of 2 reception rooms. Free choice of suppliers or venue can recommend. Prides itself on being flexible and friendly.

Tel: 01367 810206

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Fulham PalaceLONDON

Grade 1 listed bishops' palace by the Thames, dating from 1495. Own semi-permanent marquee in walled Chaplain's Garden for up to 200 seated from March to Dec. Larger marquees can be sited in Walled Garden. Only in-house catering. Lots of civil ceremony options. Full event management included in venue hire. Palace also for hire. Exclusive use only.

Tel: 020 7610 7162

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The GeorgeOXFORDSHIRE

15th Century coaching inn, now a hotel set in 2 acres. 3 marquee sites for up to 300 seated. Ground hire £500, marquee, catering (only in-house except for special requirements) on top.

Tel: 01865 340404

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The GrangeLONDON

House dating from C14th in mature gardens. Own well-equipped marquee for up to 200. In-house catering. Venue hire from £500 (2023). Many different packages eg £41/head for 100 guests includes venue, day drinks, buffet/3 courses, co-ordinator etc with £1000 marquee on top.

Tel: 01923 606760

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Gray's InnLONDON

Five acre garden - The Walks - at the Honourable Society of Gray's Inn with own summer marquee for up to 250 seated in June/July. Hire is £3950 ex vat. Only in-house catering, from £39.50 BBQ, £51 for 3 courses, both inc vat. Suitable for very large cocktail parties. Civil ceremonies in oak-panelled Elizabethan hall (200) or the Large Pension Room (120).

Tel: 020 7458 7960/7968

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Greyfriars HouseSURREY

Grade II listed late C19th Arts & Crafts house in 47 acres, privately owned hosting only 20 events/year. Marquee site in formal gardens with good views. Full day venue exclusive hire £4800 (2009). Preferred caterers & suppliers.

Tel: 01483 810222

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Greys CourtOXFORDSHIRE

C16th National Trust mansion with 9 acres of historic walled gardens, including medieval ruins. Marquee site for up to 150 on Top Lawn with views of Chiltern foothills. Available when house not open to public (Mon/Tue only in summer). Free choice of suppliers but responsible event management required. Needs generator.

Tel: 01491 628529

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The GroveHERTFORDSHIRE

Celebrated country house, dating from the C17th, formerly the home of the Clarendon family & recently restored as a 5 star hotel. Two marquee sites, by the golf course (up to 1000 standing & panoramic views) & in 3 acre Victorian walled garden . Several civil ceremony rooms. Events all-in packages starting at £185/head.

Tel: 01923 296059

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Grove Ferry InnKENT

Victorian coaching inn in 3 acres in conservation area on Great River Stour, now classy pub with rooms. Riverside marquee site for up to 150 seated guests. In house catering. Reception room for up to 70 also for hire. Civil ceremonies for up to 80. Medium price range. Has helipad.

Tel: 01227 860302

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The Guards MuseumLONDON

Museum of five regiments of Foot Guards, near to Buckingham Palace. Own marquee on paved surface for up to 350 seated for 3 weeks in June & 2 weeks in December. Bespoke marquees on site rest of year. Catering in-house or your choice. Reception room for 60 in museum, no young children. Exclusive use available. An option is to have one of the regiments' bands beat retreat for you. Medium priced for London.

Tel: 020 7414 3271

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The HACLONDON

Home of Honourable Artillery Company since 1641, 6 acre estate with C18th Armoury House (beautiful rooms for hire). Permanent fully furnished large marquee for hire summer & winter in 5 acre Artillery Gardens. Just marquee from £20000. Or from £75/head for marquee, 3 courses, unlimited house wine, drinks reception, staffing & all production (AV, screen, stage etc). Use of funfair extra. Rooms licensed for civil ceremonies.

Tel: 020 7382 1533

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Hadsham FarmOXFORDSHIRE

Farm with permanent tipis fronting onto a lake for up to 200 in secluded field. Three interlinked tipis with wooden floors, tables, benches & fairy lights, another chill out tipi, a catering tent & luxury portable loos. Vintage bar and no corkage if you use own wine. Exclusive use hire from £5950 (2021).

Tel: 07920 587406

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Halfway HouseESSEX

Pub/restaurant with own fully furnished marquee for up to 250 for most of the year - from £500. In-house catering (from £22.50/head 3 courses) or your choice. 2 in-house function rooms. Prides itself on individual attention and flexibility.

Tel: 01277 811235

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Ham HouseSURREY

17th century National Trust House with site for marquee for 60-400 in Orangery Garden. From £1900-£6000, Fri & Sat only in summer. Preferred caterers & marquees. Civil ceremonies in Great Hall for 60, Fri only.

Tel: 020 8439 8233

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Hampton Court Palace Golf ClubSURREY

Golf club in grounds of Hampton Court with picturesque marquee site for up to 400. Venue hire in not expensive range, unusual for the area. In-house catering only, from £30 for 3 courses. Exclusive use.

Tel: 0208 977 2423

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Hampton Court PalaceSURREY

Royal Palace originally built by Henry VIII's favourite Cardinal Wolsey with 60 acres of formal gardens and 750 acres of grounds. Range of marquee sites of different kinds, including sites for huge events and smaller sites like the walled Apprentice Garden. Various civil ceremony locations in some of the magnificent indoor function rooms. Preferred suppliers.

Tel: 020 3166 6507/6506/6505

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Hampden HouseBUCKINGHAMSHIRE

Tudor house, privately owned, mainly remodelled in Gothic style in the 18th centrury. Marquee site on main lawn for 100 to 200, part of exclusive venue hire (includes house ground floor) from £4500. Preferred suppliers and own wine list. Civil ceremonies in Great Hall for up to 120.

Tel: 01494 489042

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Hartlip PlaceKENT

Georgian House in 4 acres with site for marquees for 120 on the croquet lawn. Civil ceremonies for up to 60 in garden loggia or formal drawing room. Ground hire £1100 (£1400 with civil ceremony). Fully equipped marquees typically from £3500. Choice of suppliers or venue can recommend. No corkage.

Tel: 01795 842323

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Hawkenbury InnKENT

Country inn with grassed garden with room for marquees seating up to 200 with further 90 seats in the indoor restaurant as well as a dance floor & disco. New for 2021 is an in-house 12m x 6m reception marquee. Licenced for civil ceremonies for up to 200. Fresh locally sourced in house catering, starting with basic fish & chip suppers through to full wedding breakfasts. The Inn has its own weddding co-ordinator.

Tel: 01580 890567

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Heckfield PlaceHAMPSHIRE

C18th manor house in 65 acres, dedicated venue & conference centre. Own marquee for up to 140 on Italian Terrace, near house with views over 2 lakes. 2 civil ceremony room (60/100). Price of £130/head includes marquee, wedding breakfast & evening buffet. In-house catering. Other suppliers can recommend or your choice. Exclusive use. POA.

Tel: 0118 932 6868

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Hedingham CastleESSEX

Norman castle with permanent marquee for most of the year for 200 in beautiful grounds for £2650-£6200 (2010). Only in-house catering & preferred suppliers. Candlelit civil ceremonies for up to 130 (30 standing in Minstrel's Gallery) in banqueting hall. Castle also available for weddings.

Tel: 01787 460261

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Hedsor HouseBUCKINGHAMSHIRE

19th century manor house in Italian villa style with Grade 2 listed gardens set in 85 acres. Site for very large marquee, part of full venue hire including house ground floor with several grand receptions rooms. From £7250 for all. Preferred suppliers; your choice incurs 10% commission. Events normally exclusive. Venue prides itself on flexibility.

Tel: 01628 819050

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Herstmonceux CastleEAST SUSSEX

Spectacular C20th restoration of moated medieval castle in extensive grounds, now part of Canadian university. Site for very large marquees in front of the castle, mainly used June, July & Sept. Drinks receptions in 500 year old open inner courtyard. Ground hire £1500-£2500. All suppliers preferred & on top. Several rooms with civil licence, for up to 180.

Tel: 01323 833816

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Hever CastleKENT

Grade I listed castle, dating back to the C13th, in 125 acres with beautiful gardens. The Garden Lawn is a marquee site for up to 600 guests. The lawn is by the moat and has views of the castle. Ceremonies in oak panelled Tudor Suite or in the romantic lakeside loggia of the Italian Garden. Preferred suppliers, in house catering.

Tel: 01732 861800

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High House WeddingsESSEX

Exclusive use wedding venue set in 6 acres of landscaped gardens & meadow. Ceremonies in either the restored Essex Barn (dating back to 1750) or outside under the thatched gazebo. Own marquee accomodating up to 120 guests for sit down wedding breakfast & 200 guests in the evening. Marquee has starcloth lighting, stage and sound system, and a reveal with dance floor. Use of own caterer and resident DJ required. Free choice of other suppliers.

Tel: 01621 929178

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Highclere CastleBERKSHIRE

Large Victorian gothic-style castle, in extensive landscaped grounds. Marquees for 200 to almost any number can be sited in the grounds. All events exclusive, each event is tailor made. Licensed for civil ceremonies. Very expensive. Suitable for very large events.

Tel: 01635 253210

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Highfield Park TrustHERTFORDSHIRE

Local park with sports grounds, gardens & fields, & various marquee sites available for different sizes of event, including very large. Greenfield site with free choice of suppliers and no in-house catering. Inexpensive.

Tel: 01727 847242

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Hillier GardensHAMPSHIRE

180 acre gardens with huge plant and tree collection. Marquee site on the lawns of C18th Jermyn's house in the garden for up to 150. Civil ceremonies for 30–45 in Jermyn's House or up to 100 in Visitor Pavillion, which also has restaurant available evenings. In-house catering only. Site hire 2010 £1495 (wedding breakfast or reception), or £2860 (ceremony, breakfast & reception).

Tel: 01794 369300

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Holiday Inn DoverKENT

Four star hotel with own Grand Marquee with heating, air conditioning, toilets and bar for up to 250 seated guests. In-house catering only.

Tel: 01304 821230

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Hoath HouseKENT

Pretty country house dating from Tudor times, recently refurbished, with pretty grounds & panoramic views over the Ashdown Forest & High Weald. Sites for marquees either attached to house (up to 120 seated guests) or on lawn (up to 180). Hire is exclusive use of house & grounds for a weekend. No preferred suppliers. Civil ceremonies in house or under gazebo. 11 rooms, several en-suite family rooms, and a cottage. In Area of Oustanding Natural Beauty.

Tel: 07973 842139

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Holiday Inn BrentwoodESSEX

Occasional marquees in the car park. Wedding packages from £26.50/person for 3 course meal, flowers, printed menus etc (2009)

Tel: 0871 9429012

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Hollybank HouseHAMPSHIRE

Privately owned country house in 10 acres with distant views over Chichester harbour. Site for marquees for up to 300 on the lawns. Some preferred suppliers but flexible. Ground hire includes use of house room for drinks reception. Not the cheapest but good value venue.

Tel: 01243 375502

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Home FarmBUCKINGHAMSHIRE

Period farmhouse B&B with a rural paddock with suitable for marquees for up to 120 people. The paddock adjoins an orchard and has nice views of village and fields. Onsite toilets & electical hook-up. Greenfield site with free choice of suppliers though next door pub will cater.

Tel: 01908 562592

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HonningtonKENT

Two venues in the 500 acre Honnington Farm Estate. The 7 acre Honnington site has views of the lake and grounds. It's fully licensed and has a 24mx12m permanent marquee with a catering area, electricity and water. The maintained 100 acre Colebrook Park venue has mixed woodland and grasslands on the edge of 2 lakes and has a license for events for up to 5000 until 3.00am.

Tel: 07909 522141

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Horsebridge StationHAMPSHIRE

Restored Victorian rural station set in 2 acres of gardens with own marquee for up to 120. Civil ceremonies on platform 1 or 2. Site hire £4500 (2019). Not clear if it is still operating after Covid.

Tel: 01794 388071

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Houghton LodgeHAMPSHIRE

Private C18th house and garden with pretty riverside site for very large marquees. £3000 ground hire for garden, £5000 for garden & house. Tranquil setting: 15 acres of gardens, park, and views over river & water meadows. Can recommend suppliers or you choose. Civil ceremonies in circular music room or dining rooom.

Tel: 01264 810502

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Ingatestone hallESSEX

Tudor historic house, private home. Three sites, two near house, one near a lake, for up to 300 seated. Free choice of suppliers or venue can recommend. Price depends on length of hire, which site used and guest numbers. Medium price band. Civil licence applied for & should be in place by end 2009.

Tel: 01277 353 010

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Inner Temple GardenLONDON

In heart of London's legal district, 3 acre gardens with view of the Thames. Own marquee for 3 weeks in July for buffet events for up to 600 - typically garden parties, BBQs or drinks receptions for weddings in the Inner Temple's Grand Hall or other reception rooms. Events must end at 9.30pm. Inner Temple licensed for civil weddings for up to 200. In -house catering except for special requirements.

Tel: 020 7797 8230

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Jeremy's RestaurantWEST SUSSEX

Contemporary highly-rated restaurant overlooking a Victorian walled garden in grounds of Borde Hill Estate. No ground hire charge. Marquee site on terrace for up to 120 seated. In house catering: sample wedding breakfast £47.50/head; minimum food & drink spend £5500 Fri & Sat. Some supplier limitations. Civil ceremonies for 55.

Tel: 01444 441102

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Kingston Bagpuize HouseOXFORDSHIRE

Privately owned mainly Georgian house dating from C17th in mature grounds, featured in Downton Abbey. Own marquee for up to 200 on the West Lawn or up to 300 with an extension. Several other sites for bespoke and larger marquees. Gardens open to visitors in the summer. Catering by Elegant Cusine. Civil ceremonies in entrance hall & drawing room for up to 120 (some standing).

Tel: 01865 820259

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Knebworth HouseHERTFORDSHIRE

Famous stately home with 11 marquee sites in 250 acres of grounds. Minimum ground hire £3500. In-house catering except for special requirements. Civil ceremonies in house (60), in C16th tithe barns (180) or at Garden Gazebo (180). Grand rooms to hire in the house as well. Suitable for very large events.

Tel: 01438 813825

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Lakeview MarqueeESSEX

Permanent furnished marquee in Fairlop Waters Country Park for up to 1000, with separate foyer & dining areas & kitchen, stage, loos etc Can be partitioned. From £3500. Free choice of all suppliers or venue can suggest.

Tel: 020 8599 8718

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Lainston HouseHAMPSHIRE

C17th manor house in 63 acres of parkland and woodland, now a luxury hotel. Marquees on the South Lawn for up to 350. Civil ceremonies in Outdoor Pavillion for up to 120. Several other function rooms. In house suppliers.

Tel: 01962 797824

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Laughton BarnsEAST SUSSEX

Two barns in 70 acres with marquee for up to 200 from May-Sept attached to one barn set by water (& can be moved to other barn also). £3,700 (2009) for lined & lit marquee, barn, exclusive use of grounds & luxury loos. Catering by Circa who manage the venue, from £33/head. Civil ceremonies in both barns.

Tel: 01273 694111

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Launton Tythe BarnOXFORDSHIRE

Restored thatched medieval tythe barn in 1000 acre working farm. Marquees as extension to barn for events up to 400 guests. In-house catering only. Church nearby or licenced for civil ceremonies for up to 200. Exclusive use. Events must end by midnight.

Tel: 01869 321442

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Leeds CastleKENT

12th century castle set in 500 acres. Marquees for up to 500 on the Cedar Lawn with Castle as backdrop. 4 venues for civil ceremonies. Prices vary but in expensive range.

Tel: 01622 767823

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LegolandBERKSHIRE

Theme park with marquee site for up to 100 seated in gated area near park entrance. Priced as part of event package including catering. Medium price range. Can include access to rides. Function & meeting rooms in St. Leonard's Mansion.

Tel: 0870 781 5186

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Letchworth Centre for Healthy LivingHERTFORDSHIRE

Former cottage hospital, now a charity working to promote health and wellbeing within the community. Has 2 acres of lawns that can hold a marquee for up to 150. Ground hire £1000. Also 3 function rooms (£25/hour each). Can cater for events, or you can organise your own suppliers.

Tel: 01462 678804

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Limpsfield GrangeSURREY

Victorian manor house, now a residential school, set in pretty grounds. Marquee site on a field at the back of the school suitable for all sizes of marquee. Available at weekends and any time during school holidays. Has play area, tennis court and goats and chickens(!). No in-house catering. Need generator and portable loos. Free choice of suppliers. No corkage. Plenty of parking space. Some visitor camping.

Tel: 01883 713928

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Littlefield ManorSURREY

Listed Tudor & Jacobean manor house in a large garden, surrounded by 400 acres of farmland. Marquees for up to 200 on the main lawn. Blank Cavas Weddings caterer, no corkage, some camping. See here for a pretty County Marquees' marquee at Littlefield. Exclusive use hire £2400. (2019). See

Tel: 07824 809664

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Lodge Farm HouseHERTFORDSHIRE

Country B&B with very pretty garden with views set within 20 acres of private paddocks. Garden has marquee site suitable for up to 150. A £3450 package includes exclusive use of the grounds, accomodation for 14 and full event management. Requires generator and loos. No corkage. Venue is a 4* Visit England B&B.

Tel: 01462 768229

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Lodsworth Village HallWEST SUSSEX

Village Hall in about 8 acres with good views over South Downs. Sites for marquees of any size as long as no sports or other village events are taking place (quite frequent on summer weekends). Marquees can also be attached to hall (main room seats 140). Large modern kitchen, free choice of suppliers, inexpensive.

Tel: 07922 139225

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Lordswood Leisure CentreKENT

Sports centre set in 14 acres of woodland with flat outdoor grassed area which houses a permanent decorated marquee for up to 75 seated guests. Civil ceremonies can take place inside or outside the marquee. Two affordable permanent marquees for up to 200 and up to 500 (can be divided). No in-house catering but venue can recommend. Larger "e;indoor marquees"e; also available.

Tel: 01634 682862

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Loseley ParkSURREY

Elizabethan country house with 1400 acre estate. Notable walled garden. Marquee sites for up 500, from £1900. Marquee, set-up days, catering (your choice or in-house) on top. Civil ceremonies in the Great Hall, Drawing Room, or in C17th Tithe Barn.

Tel: 01483 405120

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Luton Hoo EstateBEDFORDSHIRE

Privately-owned 1000 acre country estate with own summer marquee in the C18th walled garden. Marquee fully equipped with outside decking terrace, integrated speech & music sound system, starcloth ceiling, dance floor, stage and tables and chairs for 250. Preferred caterer with £1000 charge for own choice, even ethnic. Extra outside space available for hire. Suitable for large corporate events.

Tel: 0870 220 9465

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Luton Hoo HotelBEDFORDSHIRE

Grade 1 listed hotel, golf club and spa with 1,000 acres of beautiful grounds. Can have 100 person marquee extension to Brasserie restaurant. Also sites for large freestanding marquees. Catering in-house or your choice. 17 civil ceremonies for from 20 to 300.

Tel: 01582 734437

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The Manor GardensKENT

Restored garden and woodlands of now demolished Birling Manor within the 1800 acre Birling Estate. £3950 for five days of exclusive use for up to 120, though venue can accomodate more. Marquee and catering (both your choice) on top. Free choice of suppliers, though venue can recommend a planner with a package.

Tel: 01634 240257

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Manor House SchoolSURREY

Early C18th Queen Anne manor house house set in 17 acres with marquee site in the grounds. Arcot Hall seats 110 indoors. Events must be at weekends or during school holidays and end by 11.00pm. Email tgamble@manorhouseschool.org for more.

Tel: 0118 9723350

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Marlston HouseBERKSHIRE

School in large late Victorian listed building in 60 acres that sometimes hosts marquees for private functions. Three function rooms and a balustraded terrace overlooking the gardens. Grade II listed St Mary's church is on the site. Exclusive use.

Tel: 01635 200293

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Marriott Tudor ParkKENT

Hotel set in 200 acres with own marquee from May to September for 80 seated. Hire only with adjoining conference room which also seats 80 and can have civil ceremonies. Not expensive. Only in-house catering from £30/head.

Tel: 0162 2734334

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Merchant Taylors'LONDON

Home to one of few surviving medieval livery companies in the City of London. Marquees in enclosed courtyard garden, usually for drinks reception for up to 150, often with event in Great Hall (largest of 7 function rooms). All weddings exclusive use, minumum spend £12000. Events end at midnight, or 2am for £500/hour. Only in-house catering. Preferred suppliers.

Tel: 0207 450 4445

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Mersea Island VineyardESSEX

Vineyard in 10 acres on island between the estuaries of the Blackwater and Colne rivers. Own furnished marquee April-September with kitchen and luxury loos, on paved area in 1 acre field in between the vines for up to 200 seated. Only in-house bar, other suppliers your choice. Accomodation available. Prices vary but in not expensive range. Civil weddings license applied for.

Tel: 01206 385900

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Metrogas Amateur Sports AssociationLONDON

Sports association in 7 acres with site for large marquees that can only be used if no clashes with sports fixtures. No Saturdays during cricket season. In-house catering for up to 150. Three indoor function rooms. Not expensive.

Tel: 020 8859 1579

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Micklefield HallHERTFORDSHIRE

Grade 2 listed early Georgian house in 350 acres of farm and woodland. Own fully furnished marquee with lighting, sound system etc for 300 from May to September. Exclusive use. Only preferred caterers. Civil ceremonies in house for up to 50, outside for unlimited numbers.

Tel: 01923 778898

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Mill House HotelBERKSHIRE

Early C19th house, now small hotel with restaurant. Own permanent lined marquee for up to 120 seated guests in pretty gardens. Two rooms and an outdoor pavillion for civil ceremonies for up to 120. In house catering. Exclusive use. Wedding packages from £4750 for 50 guests.

Tel: 0118 9883124

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Milwards HouseEAST SUSSEX

Grade II C16th house in beautiful 150 acres with established gardens, a lake and views of the Sussex downs. Has own carpeted marquee on lower lawns next to the picturesque 5 acre lake, with licensed bar, lighting & sound system for up to 150 seated. Civil ceremonies for up to 6 in the vaulted Coach House with a terrace overlooking lake and gardens. Other function rooms in the house.

Tel: 07801477941

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Missenden AbbeyBUCKINGHAMSHIRE

12th century abbey, set in 10 acres, with marquee site for up to 150. From £99/person for marquee hire, drinks and three course meal. Or exclusive use of venue with your suppliers for £5000.

Tel: 01494 866811

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Moggerhanger ParkBEDFORDSHIRE

Grade 1 listed Georgian Country House in 33 acres of parkland and woodland. Marquee site for up to 400 on the back lawn. Ground hire from £500 with everything ele on top. Licensed for Christian weddings for up to 50 in chapel. In-house catering for up to 150. Then preferred suppliers or you choose with service charge. Function rooms available for hire.

Tel: 01767 641007

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Monkey Island EstatesBERKSHIRE

Secluded upmarket C18th hotel on island in the Thames, accessible only by footbridge, boat or helicopter. Site for marquees for up to 300 in elegant gardens as part of full venue hire from £25000. 3 other function rooms. Preferred suppliers. Various sites for civil ceremonies for up to 120, including garden gazebo.

Tel: 01628 623400

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Moor Park Golf ClubHERTFORDSHIRE

Beautifully appointed C17th mansion house with 200 acres of Capability Brown gardens. Marquee site for about 200 at back of house close to kitchens. 7 other function rooms; several civil ceremony rooms for 20-132. Whole venue ground hire from £2400; some good deals available. In house catering (from £46/head). Free choice of other suppliers.

Tel: 01923 773146

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Mottisfont AbbeyHAMPSHIRE

12th century Abbey with extensive gardens and grounds, now owned by National Trust. Two marquee sites, one for up to 250, one for huge marquees, available first 3 weeks of May & July-Aug. Facility hire from £3000, catering, marquee on top, preferred suppliers.

Tel: 01794 340757

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Mount EphraimKENT

Victorian/edwardian house with 10 acres of glorious gardens. Two marquees sites, most popular on the front lawn with good views of the gardens for up to 450. Preferred caterers, flexible on other suppliers. Civil ceremonies for up to 100 in the formal Main Hall or garden pavillion. Marquee ground hire & ceremony hire: £2300; or just venue: £1500 (2013); lower prices for weekdays/out of season.

Tel: 01227 751496

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Muntham House SchoolWEST SUSSEX

Special needs school in 22 acres with several marquee sites for up to 200 in school holidays. Ground hire price in not expensive range. In-house catering or your choice in catering tent by marquee. Wood-panelled rooms & Minstrel Gallery in Victorian manor house also available.

Tel: 01403 730302

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Myrtles CourtyardSURREY

Cluster of attractive farm buildings with small barn and courtyard set in the parkland belonging to the Hampton Estate. Marquees can be attached to the side of the barn to create space for a quite large rustic-style events. Choice of caterers, no corkage, exclusive use.

Tel: 07776 152396

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Nether Winchendon HouseBUCKINGHAMSHIRE

Privately owned manor house dating from medieval times, updated in C18th Strawberry Gothick style. Romantic grounds boast three marquee sites, in Walled Garden (up to 250), on East Lawn (up to 500) & on South Lawn. Ground hire from £3000 with catering, marquee hire on top - your choice & no commission. Also has barn for up to 100 with room for smaller marquees outside.

Tel: 01844 290101

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Nettlestead PlaceKENT

Privately owned medieval manor with vaulted undercroft & beautiful gardens. Own marquee April-September with views across River Medway for 150 day/200 evening. Catering & wedding co-ordination in house via Majestic Events & Vine Catering. Exclusive use of house, grounds & marquee £6600. Civil ceremonies in medieval undercroft &, also outside in rose garden, both for up to 120. Next to village church.

Tel: 01622 328328

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Newland HallESSEX

Moated Grade II listed Tudor manor house in 100 acres with permanent furnished marquee for up to 150. Only in-house services. Special deal price of £5505 includes marquee, drinks reception, evening finger buffet, 4-course dinner & resident DJ. Civil ceremonies for up to 150.

Tel: 01245 231010

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North Hill FarmHERTFORDSHIRE

Ex working farm that now hosts a greenfield events site plus camping and glamping space. Wedding package for smaller events is £1200 for three days hire of a field with views over the Chess valley, fresh water, electricity and toilets for up to 50. Can accomodate larger events up to 200. Free choice of suppliers.

Tel: 01923 287040

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Northease ManorEAST SUSSEX

Tudor manor house, now a school with own marquee for 80 that can be extended to seat 150. Noise restrictions mean marquee not suitable for evening events. Civil ceremonies for up to 120 in Tudor Hall with thatched roof, which is also a function room. Both included in exclusive venue hire.

Tel: 01273 694111

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NorthfieldsWEST SUSSEX

Edwardian county house with mature gardens & site for marquees for up to 200 on the lawns. At weekends, marquee site comes as part of whole venue hire including whole house & 14 bedrooms. £3525, or £5875 for 3 nights. Marquee, catering (in-house or you choose with venue approval) on top. On weekdays, hire of just marquee site possible.

Tel: 01243 544478

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Nurstead CourtKENT

Grade I listed medieval house, privately owned, set in 400 acres of gardens, park and farmland with permanent fully furnished marquee for up to 170. Ground hire £750-£3000 includes marquee, house reception rooms & exclusive use. Civil ceremonies for 70 in the drawing room.

Tel: 01474 812121

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NymansWEST SUSSEX

Outstanding National Trust gardens of 275 acres with rare plants and ruins of the great house. Two marquee sites, one by ruins - one with panoramic views - for up to 300 from May-September. From £1750 for site. Preferred caterer. Also restaurant for up to 50.

Tel: 01444 400161

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Oakley HallHAMPSHIRE

Georgian Manor set in 315 acres of gardens, now a hotel. Permanent marquee for up to 300 linked to hotel by glass walkway. Prices bespoke but ground hire in medium price range, only in-house catering from £35/head for 3 courses. 9 function rooms in the hotel, 6 rooms licensed for Civil Ceremonies for up to 100. Other sites in the grounds for huge marquees.

Tel: 01256 783350

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Oakwood SchoolWEST SUSSEX

Prep school with early 19th mansion in over 100 acres of park and woodland. School has its own furnished traditional style marquee in July with water and power. Available to hire at selected weekends and school holiday dates throughout the year. The high-ceilinged Heritage Room is licensed for weddings and civil partnerships for up to 50 guests.

Tel: 01243 575209

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Ockenden ManorWEST SUSSEX

Elizabethan manor house in 9 acres, now country house hotel. Marquee site for 75-400 in Back Garden. Marquee hire must include exclusive use of hotel from £8900 (including marquee). Civil ceremonies in drawing room or Ockenden Suite for up to 75. Only in-house catering from £49.50/person.

Tel: 01444 416111

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Offley Place HotelHERTFORDSHIRE

Country house hotel in manor house dating from C17th in 27 acres of park. Has own marquee in garden at the back of the hotel for up to 250, available as part of a whole hotel exculusive use package (including bedrooms) for £10,000. Catering on top. Large events require external caterers. More function rooms in hotel.

Tel: 01462 768787

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Old Kent BarnKENT

Restored 200 year old barn with own pretty marquee for up to 250 in the summer. Civil ceremonies in a garden gazebo in the summer; indoors in Minstrel's Gallery for up to 70 other times. Choose from list of favoured caterers. Venue hire £4500 - £5500 (2010) including event management, exclusive use, stocked bar and use of some of the barn.

Tel: 01303 844270

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Old Luxters BarnOXFORDSHIRE

Grade II listed C17th barn with secluded garden for marquees, only as add-on to events in barn (up to 100 guests). Marquees typically used for drinks reception, chill-out area etc. Civil ceremonies for up to 100 in barn. In-house catering. Marquee from £800 (low season), venue hire from £800-£3250. Catering on top. Civil ceremonies in the barn. Party till 2.00am for £400 extra/hour.

Tel: 0118 984 5990

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Old Truman BreweryLONDON

11 acre industrial space for offices, retail and events. The paved Brick Lane yard can house marquees of any size. No music or loud noise. Adjoins Grade II listed Boiler House reception space. Dry hire only (means you organize everything), medium price range

Tel: 020 7770 6100

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Osborne HouseHAMPSHIRE

House & estate built for Queen Victoria as country retreat, now English Heritage. Two marquee sites: for up to 200 on private beach & huge marquees on Durbar Lawn overlooking stunning terraces leading down to sea. From £2500 for beach site, from £4000 for Durbar Lawn. Marquee, catering on top. Preferred suppliers & preference for traditional canvas marquees in the style of Queen Victoria.

Tel: 01983 203055

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Osterley ParkLONDON

Neo-classical National Trust house with C18th gardens. Marquee site for up to 300 overlooking the house. Ground hire from £2150 (2010). Civil weddings for 100 in grand entrance hall 11am-12pm, April and September. Preferred caterers.

Tel: 020 8232 5050

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Ote Hall FarmEAST SUSSEX

Half timbered mainly C17th country house in 350 acres with marquee site for up to 200 on the front lawn. £1250 for the site for a weekend. Civil ceremonies for up to 40 in the main hall. Free choice of suppliers but can recommend. Other sites in park suitable for large corporate events.

Tel: 01444 232 179

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Painshill ParkSURREY

A restored C18th landscape garden with a ruined Abbey and a lake. Features in the BBC series Bridgerton. Packages start at £3750 + VAT and include the Gothic Temple for civil ceremonies up to 75, a marquee on the Ampitheatre lawn in front of the Temple and more.

Tel: 01932 868113

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Pamber PlaceHAMPSHIRE

Jacobean manor house with Edwardian gardens in 9 acres. Two marquee sites: on the side lawn for up to 200 & for huge marquees in the paddock. Ground hire of £1750 includes use of house rooms as well if required. Catering, marquees on top. Civil ceremonies for 60 in the conservatory.

Tel: 01256 850934

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The Park ClubLONDON

Health and sports club set in 27 acres of parkland. Several sites for huge marquees, mainly for corporate events like fun days & conferences, usually in the daytime. Venue organizes everythng, with in-house catering & preferred suppliers. Event cost from £50,000 including facilities fee, marquee, loos & food & drink.

Tel: 020 8743 4321

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Park Inn ThurrockESSEX

Georgian manor, now hotel, in 6 acres of grounds with site for marquees for up to 400. Ground hire from £500. Marquee, catering on top. Catering only in-house except for special requirements. From £14.50 buffet, £35 for 3 courses. Nine other function rooms (largest for 120 seated).

Tel: 01708 719988

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ParklandsESSEX

Seventeenth century manor house in 100 acres of grounds, now dedicated venue. Own marquee for 450, up all summer & other times by request. 3 function rooms in the house. Only exclusive use, full venue packages in medium to expensive price range. In-house catering except for special requirements. Outdoor civil weddings under a gazebo, as well as in house rooms.

Tel: 01799 543800

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Parkside SchoolSURREY

Manor house in 40 acres, now a school, with site for marquees for up to 200 in Easter & summer school holidays only. Ground hire from £1400. Only in-house catering.

Tel: 01932 862749

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Parmoor HouseOXFORDSHIRE

Historic house with 12 acres of ground with marquee site for up to 200 guests. Exclusive venue use £1500 Mon-Thurs, £2000 Fri-Sat. Indoor dining for 130. Accomodation. Private chapel for blessings. Preferred caterers.

Tel: 01244 572023

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The Party FieldEAST SUSSEX

Private field for events and camping, part of a working farm within the South Downs National Park, available from May to September. A real greenfield site, suitable for large outdoor, festival and country style weddings with lots of space for guest camping. Exclusive access for a weekend booking is normally from Friday to Sunday.

Tel: 01273 251484

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The Party Field PulboroughWEST SUSSEX

Large flat field at the edge of the South Downs surrounded by wooded pathway and opening onto a lake. for events and camping, part of a working farm within the South Downs National Park, available from May to September. A real greenfield site, suitable for large outdoor, festival and country style weddings with space for guest camping. £1800 (2018) for exclusive access from Friday to Sunday.

Tel: 01273 251484

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Pashley Manor GardensEAST SUSSEX

Beautiful 11-acre English gardens attached to Grade 1 listed Tudor House (not available). Marquee site on main lawn in front of house for up to 200 (more possible for extra cost. Ground hire £2200 (2011) includes electricity & water. No in-house catering, free choice of all suppliers.

Tel: 01580 200888

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Pavenham Park Golf ClubBEDFORDSHIRE

Golf club in parkland with own fully furnished marquee for 165. £2500 for venue hire with marquee. In-house catering.

Tel: 01234 822202

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The PavilionLONDON

Cricket club with function rooms & space for very large marquees. Flexible venue - can have just ground hire, venue can manage everything, & all options in between. Own restaurant, bar, & in-house catering if required. Price varies depending on event type but in medium price range.

Tel: 020 8444 1001

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Pavillion at Lane EndBUCKINGHAMSHIRE

Pretty self-contained unit within conference centre with function & meeting rooms, private patio, kitchen & views of golf course and gardens. Marquees for up to 80 on the patio, off the Pavillion Room. Civil ceremonies at garden gazebo or in Pavillion Room. Wedding packages from £92/head. Exclusive use.

Tel: 01494 881171

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Pavilion CafeLONDON

Octagonal 1906 cafe with pagoda and a large garden in Greenwich Park with marquee site for up to 120. Views over Canary Wharf. Exclusive use ground hire plus Royal Parks fee in medium price range. In-house catering available from Creativevents, who manage the venue. Free choice of suppliers except for marquees.

Tel: 0207 370 8675

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Pekes ManorEAST SUSSEX

Exclusive use weekend events in a restored Tudor manor house in pretty grounds with several charming self-catering buildings which together sleep 44. Ducks Lawn site for marquees for up to 180. Swimming pool, jacuzzi, tennis court etc included in facilities. Civil ceremonies in beamed Tudor Dining Room or outdoor Gazebo.

Tel: 07776 298405

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Pippingford ManorEAST SUSSEX

Gothic style manor house in 1000 acres of mainly woodland & heath. Several marquee sites for marquees of any size. Site close to house only occasionally used. Larger events require loos, electricity etc. Competitive facility fee starting at £500. Free choice of suppliers. Suitable for huge events.

Tel: 01825 712966

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Pleshey Village HallESSEX

Licensed village hall in very rural village with football field behind which can host marquees of any size. Hire of grounds & hall £250 per w/e including Fri and Mon put up & take down. Hall seats 100 & marquee can be attached. Free choice of suppliers (hall has its own kitchen). Limited parking. Events end at midnight.

Tel: 01245 237530

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Plumpton RacecourseEAST SUSSEX

Small racecourse with own 400-seater trackside marquee with reception area for drinks. From £75/person. Not available on racedays.

Tel: 01273 890383

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Plush Tents GlampingWEST SUSSEX

Luxury yurt village sleeping 60+, with large yurt and outdoor area for 120, available for friday–to–monday exclusive use rustic events. Venue can recommend local suppliers, or can bring your own food and drink with no corkage . Pet and family friendly. Off grid power available. Adjacent field for more tents for hire.

Tel: 07904 881005

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Pontlands Park Country HotelESSEX

Victorian house, now a comfortable small 3 star hotel with beautiful gardens. Own marquee May-September for up 180. From £900 for marquee plus £2000 exclusive use of venue (2009 prices). Only in-house catering. Civil ceremonies for up to 120.

Tel: 01245 476444

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Poundon HouseOXFORDSHIRE

Private house in grounds, early C19th Queen Anne style. Own marquee May-Sept for up to 300, part of exclusive use package including ceremony room, 3 reception rooms & terrace: £6000 up to 120, £6500 for 121-200 & £6700 for up to 250. Marquees also an option on terrace as extension to dining room. 4 rooms have civil licence (up to 200). Preferred caterers. Music stops at 11 & events end at midnight.

Tel: 020 7727 5160

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Preston ManorEAST SUSSEX

Grade II listed Edwardian house owned by Brighton & Hove Museums. Used to offer use of marquee site for up to 150 on back lawns with views of park. Needs generator. May no longer be on offer. Also small beautifully furnished rooms for hire.

Tel: 03000 290905

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Pyesmead FarmHAMPSHIRE

Rural 10 acre farm field with pretty lakes that can site marquees for up to 250. Electricity from a hook-up on the edge of the field. Music until midnight. Free choice of suppliers. No corkage. Accomodation available in owners B&B or camping etc.

Tel: 07471 895085

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Queens EyotBERKSHIRE

4 acre island on the Thames owned by Eton College school with classically styled clubhouse & mature gardens. Clubhouse seats 80, but up to 150 guests can be accomodated with marquee extension. Facility Fees for clubhouse, fully furnished marquee and island from £5000, including outdoor games. Open from March to November. Website currently (2023) saying: we are no longer taking any additional bookings for Queen's Eyot for the foreseeable future

Tel: 01753 832756

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Redcoats Farmhouse HotelHERTFORDSHIRE

Farmhouse dating from 1450 in 4 acres of grounds, now small hotel. Marquee site on pretty well-planted lawn by hotel for up to 120. Tailored all-in prices include marquee, catering & exclusive venue use - in medium price range. Only in-house catering. Civil weddings for 80 in choice of 3 hotel rooms. Not too many children.

Tel: 01438 729500

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Richmond Athletic GroundLONDON

Rugby ground in 26 acres with several sites suitable for marquees. Also has fully licensed bars and meeting rooms for hire. Suitable for huge events which can be combined with pitch hire (changing rooms and showers available). Must use on site caterers, flexible about other suppliers.

Tel: 020 8940 0397

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Richmond Golf ClubLONDON

Golf club next to Royal Richmond Park with clubhouse & marquee site for 100-300 that can be used May-Sept but only if there is no clash with golf events. No ground hire charge. Only in-house catering from £50/head, preferred suppliers.

Tel: 020 8940 4351

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Ridge FarmSURREY

Historic farm in 12 acres with marquee site for 150+ in the grounds. Bespoke weekend packages at £15000 (2018) for three days of exclusive use of grounds, farmhouse (sleeps 24), bridal cottage, camping area, poolhouse with spa and sauna, blessing setup and more.

Tel: 07867 788184

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Riverside WeddingsOXFORDSHIRE

Tranquil marquee location in a meadow on the banks of the River Thames, with historic Newbridge as a backdrop. Maximum number of guests 1000. Free choice of suppliers. Ample space for entertainments and guest camping. Generator & loos required. Arrival/departure by boat possible.

Tel: 01865 820229

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Rodmersham Cricket ClubKENT

Country cricket club surrounded by woodlands and open countryside with site for marquees for up to 150 on the outfield. Nearby pavilion has bar with room for about 80. Competitive hire prices. Free choice of suppliers or venue can recommend.

Tel: 07808 166729

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Roehampton ClubLONDON

Multi-sports club (golf, tennis, squash, croquet, indoor and outdoor swimming, gym etc) set in 100 acres of parkland with marquee site for 200. In-house catering. Four banqueting rooms also for hire.

Tel: 020 8480 4200

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Rose and Crown Dunton GreenKENT

Pub and dining rooms with large wine list in refurbished 300 year old public house at the heart of Dunton Green village. Marquees for up to 150 in the pleasant gardens behind, no charge for site if you use the pub's catering (from £10/head). Free choice of suppliers or pub can recommend. No events on Sundays.

Tel: 01732 462343

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Rothamsted ManorHERTFORDSHIRE

Grade I listed C17th manor with marquee site for up to 350 on picturesque side lawn. Marquees have to have hard flooring. Portable loos, generator & catering tent all required. Ground hire £5000+vat (2017), including use of 2 reception rooms. Civil ceremonies for 100/60 in the Great Drawing Room/Library, both wood panelled. Free choice of suppliers with approval.

Tel: 01582 938500

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Rousham ParkOXFORDSHIRE

Grade I listed privately-owned grand country house, dating from C17th, in grounds with historic gardens & views across Cherwell Valley. 2 marquee sites, June-Sept, on front & back house lawns for up to 300 for £3500 (2010) ground hire. Exclusive use of grounds. Free choice of suppliers or venue can recommend. Events end at 11.30. Prefers weddings & anniversaries.

Tel: 01869 347665

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Royal Air Force MuseumLONDON

Museum on site of original London aerodrome. Helipad marquee site has room for huge marquees but only for evening events. Ground hire £4000. Three exhibit-packed hangars available for functions. Preferred caterers.

Tel: 020 8358 4848

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The Royal Hospital ChelseaLONDON

Famous Sir Christopher Wren designed home of the Chelsea Pensioners with 22 acres of landscaped grounds divided into different spaces. Hosts Chelsea Flower Show in June. Fabulous rooms for hire. Burton Court (£5000 venue hire) and Ranelagh Gardens (£8000) have sites for marquees up to 400. Approved suppliers

Tel: 020 7881 5320

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St Pauls Walden BuryHERTFORDSHIRE

Grade 1 listed gardens still mainly planted according to original eighteenth century plans attached to privately owned house, with 3 sites for marquees of any size. Ground hire £1800 with marquee, caterers on top. Managed by Country House Wedding Venues.

Tel: 01438 871218

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Sainthill ManorWEST SUSSEX

C18th house in 60 acres, once owned by the Maharajah of Jaipur, now by the Church of Scientology. Marquee site for up to 300, ground hire in medium price range. Often hired with Great Hall function room. Dedicated events manager.

Tel: 01344 486715

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Saltcote PlaceEAST SUSSEX

Privately-owned late Victorian house (Queen Anne style) in extensive grounds, now offering bed and breakfast and self-catering accomodation. Marquee site for up to 250 on lawns next to hotel. Ground hire in medium range. Function rooms in house for extra. Preferred suppliers. 2 rooms licensed for civil ceremonies for up to 100.

Tel: 01797 222220

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Saltwood Cricket ClubKENT

Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty & available for marquees of any size between May & September. Book early and the club can switch cricket matches around to suit your dates. No inhouse catering. Free choice of suppliers. Ten mins walk from Saltwood Church. Email ian@saltwoodcc.com for more info.

Tel: 07932 122 229

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Setley Ridge VineyardHAMPSHIRE

Vineyard with marquee site for up to 200 on large grassed area overlooking vines. Loos & electricity included in ground hire at low end of medium range. You organize all suppliers, venue can recommend.

Tel: 01590 622246

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Shenley ParkHERTFORDSHIRE

45 acre park, marquee site for up to 400 in Victorian walled garden. Hire fee of £3500 includes water, electricity, loos, support staff & security. Free choice of caterers.

Tel: 01923 852629

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Shiplake CollegeOXFORDSHIRE

Country house, now a school, in 45 acres by the river. Two marquee sites, one overlooking the river, both for up to 300 & only available in school holidays. Ground hire £2000. Civil ceremonies for up to 200 in wood-panelled Great Hall, which is also a function room for up to 110. Preferred caterers, free choice of other suppliers.

Tel: 0118 940 5224

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Shuttleworth Old Warden ParkBEDFORDSHIRE

Grade II listed Victorian country house in 500 acres of parkland with space for marquees of any size. The venue also has several indoor spaces for events. Licensed for civil ceremonies. Preferred caterers.

Tel: 01767 626200

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Silvermere Golf ClubSURREY

Marquee for up to 150 seated guests on an island in the lake at Silvermere Golf club. Inclusive wedding packages with full or partial event planning or just ground hire. Dedicated wedding team.

Tel: 01932 584300

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Silverstone Golf ClubBUCKINGHAMSHIRE

Golf club with own year-round fully furnished marquee for 110 seated, next to the Club's main function room & overlooking golf course & woodland. Special deal 2009-11 includes function room free with hire of marquee - in not expensive price range. Also sites for very large marquees. Only in-house catering. Civil ceremonies in function room.

Tel: 01280 850005

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SlamsleysESSEX

The Meadow at Slamsleys is a 4 acre flat field on a working arable farm that can be hired for marquees between May and September. The venue is licensed for a pay bar. On site parking for 70 cars.

Tel: 01245 361400

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Slaugham PlaceWEST SUSSEX

Romantic Grade II listed ruins of Elizabethan manor house, restored by English Heritage & enclosed by 12 acres of beautiful grounds with site for marquees for up to 350. Exclusive venue hire from £1000, marquee from £3300 (2009). Preferred caterers & suppliers. Licenced for civil ceremonies under romantic outdoor stone arches for up to 250.

Tel: 01444 220182

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Slindon CollegeWEST SUSSEX

Tudor style building, now a school, set in 14 acres of parkland with views over South Downs. Marquee site for up to 300. Great Hall seats 100, Victorian conservatory in the grounds. Exclusive venue hire from £1500. Only available during school holidays, half-terms & exeat weekends. Only preferred caterer.

Tel: 01244 571208

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SomerleyHAMPSHIRE

Grand Georgian stately home in 7000 acres. Sites for marquees of any size. Exclusive use venue day hire of £8000 includes ground floor state rooms, formal gardens, gallery reception room (up to 130) & marquee site. In house catering for smaller events, otherwise preferred caterers & suppliers. Grounds also suitable for sporting and large corporate events.

Tel: 01425 480819

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Sparsholt CollegeHAMPSHIRE

College specialising in environmental and outdoor courses set in 450 acres with greenfield sites suitable for marquees. You organize marquee and all extras. Also has function rooms and two civil ceremony rooms.

Tel: 07539 880031

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Spread Eagle HotelWEST SUSSEX

Small historic hotel, once a coaching inn, with marquee site for up to 135 on lawn of the Jacobean Hall. Marquee hire packaged with Jacobean Hall (civil ceremonies & seats 200 for meal): £5500. In house catering, minimum spend £47/person. 3 traditionally styled civil ceremonies rooms for 30-120. Music ends at 11.30 and bar at midnight.

Tel: 01730 816911

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Springfield ParkHERTFORDSHIRE

Private field, normally a campsite, that can be hired for exclusive use events for up to 3000 people. Lots of room for large marquees, parking & guest camping. Drinking water, open fire pits & toilet block. On site bar must be used. Drinks until 2am Fri & Sat. From £2500 including two days before & after for set up.

Tel: T: 01923 850317

Springfield Lake OxfordOXFORDSHIRE

Unusually flexible venue. Private 10 acre field with beautiful lake that can host events for to 1000 people. Plenty of room for large marquees, portaloos, parking and guest camping. Free choice of suppliers, no corkage or music curfew. Drinking water available, but generator needed.May to September.

Tel: 07747 771651

The Springfield MarqueeESSEX

Furnished & equipped marquee for up to 120 on lakeside site within 2.5 acres for £4000 (2009) including use of kitchen & toilet blocks. In-house catering on top.

Tel: 0800 028 4229

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Squerryes CourtKENT

17th century manor house surrounded by 20 acres of attractive gardens with marquee site behind parterre garden. Venue fee £2235 (2009) includes exclusive use of grounds from 2pm-11.45pm, electricity, outside toilets etc. Two reception rooms for hire in house.

Tel: 01959 562345

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Travelodge Stansted Bishops StortfordHERTFORDSHIRE

3 star hotel with fully furnished marquee structure for up to 180 on lawns 50m from hotel. Marquee divided into bar/reception & dining area. Hire price £1500-£2000. Only in-house catering. Civil ceremonies for up to 100 in hotel.

Tel: 0871 9846444

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Stansted ParkHAMPSHIRE

Edwardian mansion set in 1800 acres. Marquee site for any size with views down long beech avenue towards the Solent. Ground hire £2-3000 includes civil ceremonies in the Music Room for up to 80 if required. Other function rooms also available in house. Preferred suppliers.

Tel: 02392 412265

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Stanstead BuryHERTFORDSHIRE

Grade II listed manor house dating from the C15th with many later add-ons. Set in 60 acres of gardens and parkland with a walled kitchen garden. Was offering to site marquees of any size on several marquee sites a few times a year, including on the lawns in front of the house. May no longer be available.

Tel: 07714756228

Stockwood ParkBEDFORDSHIRE

Up to 200 guests in lined marquee with views across the 18th Green of a golf course through to parkland beyond. Choose one of the all-inclusive reception celebration packages or design your own with a bespoke package from £6,000 for 120 guests (2017 prices). Managed by Active Luton sports and leisure trust. MAY NO LONGER BE AVAILABLE

Tel: 01582 488856

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Stowe Landscape GardensBUCKINGHAMSHIRE

Stowe School's classic English landscape gardens with lakes and temples. 3 romantic marquee sites: next to Temple of Concord & Victory (marquees for up to 150); in front of Temple of Venus & overlooking a lake (up to 300); & between Lake Pavilions with lake views up to Stowe House (up to 500). Temples licensed for civil ceremonies for up to 500. National Trust. Managed by hospitality partner Cavendish Events.

Tel: 01844 202299

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Syon ParkLONDON

Home to the Duke of Northumberland, Tudor House in estate in Italian Renaissance style. Own fully furnished marquee with facilities Walled Garden Marquee for 200-600 seated in a walled garden set in four acres of parkland from May to September: £7000-£12500. Bespoke marquees sometimes possible rest of the year. Sites for huge marquees. Civil ceremonies in the house for up to 120. Prefered suppliers

Tel: 020 7378 2930

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Temple IslandOXFORDSHIRE

Island reached by boat downstream of Henley. The Temple, a folly built in Etruscan Style in 1771, seats 40. Marquee site on the lawns outside for up to 120. Exclusive hire of island & temple. Preferred suppliers.

Tel: 01491 572153

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Thorpe ParkSURREY

Theme park with contemporary fully-kitted out permanent Lake View marquee structure for up to 400. In exclusive fenced in area close to the Flying Fish ride. From £52/head for marquee, staffing, unlimited drinks, 3 rides & event planning. Caterering (preferred only) on top.

Tel: 0870 141 3334 or

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Three Rivers Country ClubESSEX

Well-appointed golf & country club in with modern club house, several function rooms & site for marquees next to the King's Suite (seats 300) & overlooking golf course. Marquees only with hire of the King's Suite (from £1900), no extra venue charge & you organize. Catering in-house or your hoice. Several civil ceremony rooms, for 20-120.

Tel: 01621 828631

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Trailfinders Sports ClubLONDON

Sports club in 18 acres with marquee site on rugby pitch, Only outside the rugby seaon & for 300+ guests (has indoor function rooms for fewer). Grounds and venue hire from £2500/day. Generally in-house catering. Several rooms with civil license, for up to 200.

Tel: 0208 998 7928

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Trunkwell HouseBERKSHIRE

Restored Victorian house set in 35 acres, now an events venue. Own marquee by the house in the Victorian Garden, styled inside as Venetian Garden with pillars & statues, for up to 220. Hire charge for house & marquee &1500. Also huge marquees in the paddock (hire charge &5000) & venue has large event services. In-house catering (commission charged for your choice). Civil ceremonies in the marquee for up to 300.

Tel: 0118 988 3754

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Turvey HouseBEDFORDSHIRE

Beautiful grade I listed neo-classical country house, set in picturesque parkland bordering the river Great Ouse in Bedfordshire. Lovely walled garden included in venue hire. House function rooms and bedrooms also for hire. Has preferred suppliers but also happy for clients to choose. Anglican church at the end of the driveway.

Tel: 07747 046398

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Tweseldown RacecourseHAMPSHIRE

Permanent hard standing marquee for up to 200 with terrace & views over one of Britain's premier Horse Trial racecourses. Other parts of the racecourse available. In house catering or your choice. No corkage. Exclusive use.

Tel: 07500 957 246

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Ufton CourtBERKSHIRE

Elizabethan Manor House, set in 16 acres, now an education centre for children. Own marquee can be attached to the Tithe Barn. Civil Ceremonies in the Long Ceremony Room within the house, or in the Tithe Barn. £1900-£2750 for Tithe Barn package, including barn, marquee, courtyard and rooms.

Tel: 0118 9832099

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The VyneHAMPSHIRE

C16th National Trust house with large country park. Marquee site for up to 250 in secluded walled garden, ground hire £2500. Events normally on Fri & Sat; exclusive use & civil ceremonies (up to 80) only on Fri when venue closed to public. Option of huge marquee on North Lawn from £10000+vat. Preferred caterers, free choice of other suppliers.

Tel: 01256 883858

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Waddesdon Manor - the DairyBUCKINGHAMSHIRE

Restored Victorian dairy in National Trust estate. Site for occasional marquees for 110-200 guests in the Dairy's central courtyard but venue prefers events within exiting facilities so marquees expensive. In-house catering & preferred suppliers. Civil license 110 max. Venue hire £2950 - £7950 (2009).

Tel: 01296 653216

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Wadhurst CastleEAST SUSSEX

Early C19th castle in beautiful grounds with marquees for up to 130 on South Lawn, or as an addition to the castle barn. Facilities fee of £3300 includes put up & take down days. Castle rooms also available. 3 rooms for civil ceremonies, for up to 100 guests. Events must end at 11.00pm. Preferred suppliers.

Tel: 01892 784262

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The Walker GroundLONDON

Multi-sports ground in 14 acres overlooked by church and with rural feel with room for marquees of any size. Suitable for very large and sporting events. Indoor function room for 100+. Can provide catering.

Tel: 07930 131051

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Walkern HallHERTFORDSHIRE

Georgian manor house in 1200 acres with 2 marquee sites (one between walled & herb garden, the other in front of house) for 80-250. No house use & require generator, catering tent etc. Ground hire £2000. Preferred suppliers.

Tel: 01438 869346

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The Walled Garden at CowdrayWEST SUSSEX

Restored garden within original Tudor brick walls alongside historic Cowdray ruins. Marquee site for up to 250 on the central lawn. From £3000 for exclusvie venue hire including marquee site, toilet facilities, some furniture for marquee, secure parking, event staff & 2 function rooms within restored Georgian stable block. Free choice of suppliers. No corkage.

Tel: 01730 816881

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Watercress Lodges and CampsiteHAMPSHIRE

Unusual venue with marquee site for 150+ on a field with views over the South Downs on one side, & on the other, the historic steam Watercress Line - & you can get a licence to get married on a steam train! Venue cost includes use of toilet block and electricity. Can also hire whole site including 6 luxury lodges and campsite - POA. No in-house catering. Free choice of suppliers but prefer local.

Tel: 07803 728754

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Weald of KentKENT

Pretty golf course (and hotel) with private grassed area suitable for marquees for up to 300 seated guests between the hotel and clubhouse. The picturesque clubhouse (with lakes) is licensed for civil ceremonies and is sometimes free. No in-house catering available but free choice of all suppliers with venue approval.

Tel: 01622 891671

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Westenhanger CastleKENT

Medieval castle ruins, barns & Grade I listed manor house. Own year-round furnished marquee for up to 200 set in the ruins & attached to facilities building. Civil ceremonies at outdoor gazebo (up to 150), in marquee (up to 120) or in Manor House (82-100). Exclusive venue & marquee use: £5300 (winter)-£6300 (summer). Only in house catering from £38/head (3 courses). 2010 prices.

Tel: 01303 261068

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WestmeadSURREY

Wedding venue in 17 acres of picturesque land. Blank camvas marquee site on a large lakeside meadow surrounded by hedgerows & mature oak trees. Need portable toilets & generator. Music until midnight. Exclusive hire £2,800 per day (2018). Overnight camping & parking for up to 60 included. See here for Julia and Charles' gorgeous marquee wedding at Westmead.

Tel: 078794 01021

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Weston Manor HotelOXFORDSHIRE

Country House hotel in house dating back to 11th century. Two marquee sites for up to 250 or 400 in the grounds. Ground hire £2000 but have to take exclusive use of hotel & 35 bedrooms as well. Civil ceremonies for up to 90 in Baronial Hall or less in 2 other rooms. Only in-house catering, from £45/head for 3 courses.

Tel: 01869 350621

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Whitchurch Silk MillHAMPSHIRE

Grade II* Georgian working silk mill & museum with riverside marquee site for up to 120 on lawns in front of mill. Also smaller marquee site for up to 50 at back of mill. Ground hire £1000 (2010); marquee, caterers on top. Free choice of suppliers, venue can suggest.

Tel: 01256 892065

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Wickham HouseBERKSHIRE

Georgian rectory with Victorian gothic additions in 54 acres of parkland. Two marquee sites, both on the large pasture in front of the house, one facing the house, the other with views of Berkshire countryside. Civil ceremonies in the barn (up to 150) or under a pagoda in the walled garden (up to 200). Exclusive venue use. Only weekday events.

Tel: 01488 505059

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Wimbledon Community Sports CentreLONDON

The former Bank of England sports club is now the Roehampton arm of the Wimbledon Qualifying and Community Sports Centre. It is not yet known whether the Centre will continue to hire out some of its 32 acres for events.

Tel: 07798 655091

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Winchester CathedralHAMPSHIRE

Four different locations around the Cathedral for marquees, from a walled garden with an orchard in the Visitors Centre Garden for from 50-150 seated guests, to marquees for up to 600 standing in the Outer Close with views of the cathedral and the city. In house catering and preferred suppliers.

Tel: 01962 843983

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Winchester HouseLONDON

Grade II listed Queen Anne House overlooking the Thames with marquee site for up to 200 on the lawn with river views. Several rooms also available in the house. Civil ceremonies for up to 120 in River Room. Preferred suppliers. Hire ends at 11pm.

Tel: 0203 819 6290

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Windsor RacecourseBERKSHIRE

Permanent marquee for up to 150 with private garden overlooking the Parade Ring in this lawned riverside racecourse. Larger marquees can be hired in. Various indoor dining options. In-house caterering only. Can arrive by boat. Venue only cost £1500-2000 (2009). Full event management.

Tel: 01753 498400

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Woburn Abbey Deer ParkBEDFORDSHIRE

Beautiful huge park attached to the the duke of Bedford's C18th mansion Woburn Abbey. Exclusive use, only in house catering. Suitable for huge events

Tel: 01525 290333

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Woodlands Lodge HotelHAMPSHIRE

Country hotel in 3 acres. Marquee sites (one in formal gardens by the hotel & one in the paddock, both for up to 120) available as part of hotel exclusive use package, including 3 medium sized function rooms & 17 bedrooms. Only in-house catering. Licensed for civil ceremonies in all three function rooms, max. numbers 100.

Tel: 02380 292257

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Woodlands Manor Golf ClubKENT

Golf club set in area of outstanding beauty on the North Downs. Traditional style club house. Marquee site for up to 200. No ground hire or venue hire charges. Average marquee cost £1800. Only in-house catering from £35/head for 3 courses. Civil ceremonies up to 150.

Tel: 01959 523806

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Wrest ParkBEDFORDSHIRE

Stunning early Victorian English Heritage mansion set in 92 acres of formal gardens with marquee site close to the house for up to 1000. Civil ceremonies for 60-170 in choice of magnificently decorated rooms. From £3950 for 12pm to 12am ground hire (2017), with marquee, catering on top. Preferred suppliers.

Tel: 01525 863704

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Wrotham ParkHERTFORDSHIRE

For the mega rich (Simon Cowell had his fitieth here): palladian mansion set in 2,500 acres. Marquee site on flat lawn behind the house. Marquees encompass the front portico, creating a spectacular entrance. Venue suggests likely marquee cost is £35000+ while the location fee ranges from £25000-£60000 (2010). Only approved caterers.

Tel: 020 8441 0755

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Yarnton ManorOXFORDSHIRE

Currently (2023) under major refurbishment. Restored Jacobean manor house, now a study centre, with heritage gardens that include a croquet lawn & sunken garden. Three lawns have marquee sites, the largest for up to 350. Hire cost of £2750 includes marquee site, room in house, power & water. Exclusive use available, including full access to manor house and grounds.

Tel: 01865 853900

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Zinia GardensSURREY

36 acre grounds with panoramic views of london in the distance. Venue organises event & marquee; preferred caterers but clients can choose to use their own also. No corkage fee. Good value venue.

Tel: 01737 850430

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