MIDWEEK WEDDING OFFER – 2025 & 2026
Planning a micro wedding? Want to keep costs down but still have an amazing venue to celebrate your wedding? Or perhaps you are travelling from abroad and looking for a destination wedding venue, sos the day of the week doesn’t matter so much. Look no further!
We have a specially curated midweek wedding package which allows flexibility and economy in one. We have put together a package which includes everything for 40 people, and then you just pay per head for additional guests, up to 120 people. Simple!
We know that it is sometimes easier to see just one quote, instead of having to work out lots of different costs per head. In recognition of this the midweek wedding package keeps things straightforward.
Our midweek wedding package includes the following benefits:
- Use of the estate for two nights, where required. We invite you to arrive the day before your wedding, to give you an opportunity to decorate and get ready for the big day. We can also host a dinner or informal get-together the night before, in the Cyder Barn, if required.
- Use of the Owlpen Manor Estate including the gardens and grounds.
- Exclusive use of the brand new pole barn, and medieval Cyder Barn, for dining and dancing.
- Access to the Manor House itself for ceremonies for up to 50 people.
- Wine for 40 people: our package includes a bottle of wine per head (sparkling, red and white), spread out over the reception, wedding breakfast, and speeches. We also offer ‘beer buckets’ at a discounted price if you would like more variety during the reception, and our fully stocked bar will be open for evening drinks.
- Food for 40 people: the cost includes a three-course meal. Choose one dish from a range of options outlined below.
- All cutlery, crockery and glassware is included in the fee. Seating is on long trestle tables which don’t need table linen. If you would like linen, or prefer round tables, there is an additional fee.
NB We usually host our midweek weddings on a Wednesday. This allow you to arrive the day before with no one else there except from you. In the same way, on the Thursday you need not be in any hurry to leave. If you would prefer a Thursday wedding, we can arrange this for you. The only difference is that there is a tighter deadline for checking out of the accommodation in the morning. It is up to you!
MIDWEEK WEDDING PRICES
The price for our midweek wedding package is £6950, October to end of April. This price includes alcohol and food for up to 40 people.
The price for May and September is £7950.
June, July and August is £8950.
For additional guests, the fee is £67.50 per head for adults, £37.50 for children, and £24.50 for kids under ten years old. They can enjoy bottomless soft drinks all day (elderflower, orange juice, apple juice), all included. For full info on children’s food choices, please click here.
The meal fee for wedding suppliers, such as photographers and band members, is £27.50.
If you would prefer to opt for a dry hire option – without food or drinks – the fee is £6550 For May-end of September, and £4950 for the rest of the year.
The holiday cottages are charged out separately. Our nine boutique holiday cottages can sleep 40 people in total, and cost around £60-£65 per person per night, based on a two-night stay (the night before, and the night of the celebrations).
NB these published prices are valid for 2025 and 2026 weddings. Prices for 2027 may vary.
MENU OPTIONS
Choose from one of our best-selling options for starter, main and dessert.
Starters
Chicken Caesar Salad, Little Gem, Parmesan, Croutons
Candied, Golden & Baby Beetroot, Goats Cheese and Basil Oil (V)
Beetroot Cured Salmon, Watercress, Horseradish Cream, Homemade Charcoal Bread
Tuscan Bean, Tomato and Spinach Soup with Garlic and Herb Focaccia (V)
Charcuterie Grazing Board (shared between 6-10 Guests) Seasonal Fruit, Cured Meats, Pickled Vegetables, Artisan Bread & Butter – Example board: Melon, Grapes, Figs, Dates, Chorizo, Salami, Prosciutto
Vegetarian Grazing Board (shared between 6-10 Guests) Seasonal Fruits, Cheese, Pickled Vegetables, Artisan Bread & Butter (V) – Example board: Melon, Grapes, Figs, Dates, Hard Sheep’s Cheese, Soft Creamy Cows, Blue Vien
If you opt for the Charcuterie, Vegetarians guests will have the Vegetarian Grazing Board – we will adapt as necessary for vegans / other dietary requirements – items may vary slightly due to seasonality/availability
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Main Courses
Poached Hake with Courgette, Mussels, Saffron Potatoes and White Wine Sauce
Trio of Local Sausages, Buttery Mash, Cavolo Nero and Caramelised Red Onion Gravy (V – Trio Veggie Sausages)
Asian Spiced Duck Breast, Honey, Ginger, Chilli & Soy Glaze, Pack Choi, Chinese Broccoli, Wasabi Mash
Roasts – All dishes below served with Seasonal Vegetables & Potatoes
Roast Chicken with Lemon & Thyme Stuffing, Red Wine Jus
Slow Roast Belly of Pork, Apple Sauce, Crackling and Cider Reduction
Roast Squash, Puy Lentils, Sunflower & Pumpkin Seeds, Roast Garlic, Caramelised Red Onion Jus (V)
Seasonal Vegetables & Potatoes – (may vary slightly due to availability)
Spring (March – May) – Garden Peas, Sugar Snaps, Purple Sprouting Broccoli, Roast New Potatoes with Fresh Mint & Parsley Oil
Summer Salads (June – August) – Leafy Green Salad, Cucumber, Peas, Puy Lentil, Bean Sprouts, Toasted Seeds, Vinaigrette. Potato Salad, Mayonnaise, Dill Pickles, Celery, Red Onion, Fresh Parsley and Dill
Or Seasonal Summer Vegetables & Rosemary & Garlic Roast Potatoes
Autumn (September – October) – Thyme & Honey Roasted Carrots & Beetroot, Cavolo Nero , Green Beans, Garlic & Rosemary Roast Potatoes
Winter (November – December) – Pan Fried Sprouts & Kale with Pancetta & Caraway, Braised Red Cabbage, Celeriac & Parsnip Puree, Rosemary & Garlic Roast Potatoes
Classic Afternoon Tea
For more info please see our additional info page, here.
The Great British BBQ
NB this is not a three-course meal but one big feed instead.
Meat & Fish
6 oz Handmade Burger
Local National Champion – Gloucester Sausage
Chicken Skewers with Sweet Chilli Sauce
Mediterranean Crevettes with Garlic Butter
Vegetarian/Vegan option
Veggie Burger
Lincolnshire Sausage with Red Onion Marmalade
Mixed Pepper, Aubergine & Courgette Skewers with Sweet Chilli Sauce
Halloumi with Lime and Coriander Dressing (Tofu for Vegans)
Seasonal Mixed Leaves, Toasted Seeds, Cucumber and Herbs – Rainbow Slaw
Gherkins – Ciabatta – Beetroot Ketchup – Garlic Aioli
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Desserts
Owlpen Mess, Raspberry, Strawberry, Meringue, Cream, Saffron – Can be Served in sharing bowls per table or individually.
Chocolate Brownie, with Salted Caramel Ice Cream
Sticky Toffee Pudding, Toffee Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream
Traditional Apple Crumble and Vanilla Custard
‘Grab and Go’ Ice Cream Cart Waffle Cones and Tubs. Includes Local Winstones Ice Cream – Raspberry Sorbet (suitable for vegans), Chocolate, Vanilla, Salted Caramel
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Tea/ coffee priced at additional £3.50 per person
If you want to add that extra touch of style to your wedding reception, then nothing hits the spot better than our ever-popular canapés. They work especially well if you want to have a longer reception (over an hour) and if you are looking to do extensive group photographs, as the food choices keep other guests occupied and entertained.
There are so many different ones to choose from, and you can click the button below this text to find a full list. To help whet your appetite, we have outlined a few of the greatest hits below.
Canapés – The Greatest Hits
Tempura Vegetables, Soy, Sesame and Ginger Dipping Sauce
Cauliflower Kofta with Curry Mayo
Marinated Greek Kalamata Olives, Feta and Sun Dried Tomatoes
Guilin Chicken Skewers, Soybean, Chilli, Garlic, Sesame Oil
Smoked Mackerel and Leek Tart
Panko Tiger Prawns with Sweet Chilli Jam
Salt & Pepper Squid with Yuzu Mayonnaise
Chicken Liver Parfait, Bruschetta and Apple Chutney
Cherry Tomato & Mozzarella Skewers with Basil
Padron Pepper filled with Sweet Potato Guacamole & Picante Peppers filled with Avocado Guacamole
Soy and Ginger Roasted Belly of Pork with Poached Rhubarb
Local Award Winning Cocktail Sausages with a Wholegrain Mustard & Honey Dip
DRINKS
The package explained above includes alcohol for you and your guests during the reception and the meal. In total, it works out as a bottle of wine per head.
The wine that we offer is as follows:
Reception: 2 glasses of Owlpen Manor prosecco
Wedding breakfast: 3 glasses of Owlpen Manor house wine
Usually 1 glass white and 2 glasses red, but it depends on your preference. NB this includes an alcohol-free wine option.
Our house white is a Southern French Sauvignon Blanc. Our red wine is a Merlot from the Languedoc. It is a classic, robust red wine which pairs well with grilled or roast meats and root vegetables.
Toasts for speeches: 1 glass of Owlpen Manor prosecco
After that the bar opens!
Evening Food
Canapes and a three-course meal sound like a lot to eat, but guests do still get hungry in the evening! Below we have included a list of our most popular evening food options for you to download.
Our favourite option is Owlpen wood-fired pizzas, with a variety of toppings. They cost £14 each, and we recommend that you allow for two pizzas per three people.
