MIDWEEK WEDDING OFFER – 2023 & 2025
At Owlpen we understand 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, we offer a midweek wedding package, which keeps things simple.
Our midweek wedding package includes the following benefits:
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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.
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Use of the Owlpen Manor Estate including the gardens and grounds.
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Exclusive use of the brand new pole barn, and medieval Cyder Barn, for dining and dancing.
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Access to the Manor House itself for ceremonies for up to 50 people.
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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.
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Food for 40 people: the cost includes a three-course meal. Choose one dish from a range of options outlined below.
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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.
PRICES
The price for our midweek wedding package is £5950, October to end of May (excluding December). This price includes alcohol and food for up to 40 people. The price for June to end of September, and December, is £6450.
For additional guests, the fee is £60.50 per head, £27.50 for children, and £15.00 for kids under ten years old. They can enjoy bottomless soft drinks all day (elderflower, orange juice, apple juice), all included.
If you would prefer to opt for a dry hire option – without food or drinks – the fee is £5250 June to October, and £3750 October to end of April.
The holiday cottages are charged out separately. Our nine boutique holiday cottages can sleep 40 people in total, and cost around £50-£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 2024 and 2025 weddings. Prices for 2026 may vary.
MENU OPTIONS
Choose from one of our best-selling options for starter, main and dessert.
Please Note: You can choose four options from a selection of canapés, in place of a starter. These will be served during the drinks reception. If you would like to add canapés into the mix as well, the additional fee will be £12.50 per head.
Canapés
Local Award Winning Cocktail Sausages with a Wholegrain Mustard & Honey Dip
Mushroom, Spinach, Tamari and Cream Tartlets
Pea Soup, Feta, Mint and Pepper oil
Marinated Greek Kalamata Olives, Feta and Sun Dried Tomatoes
Chicken Satay Skewers with Gado Gado Sauce
Smoked Mackerel Paté, Cucumber to dip
Mediterranean Crévettes, Curry Mayonnaise
Marinated Anchovies, sun-blushed Tomato Pesto, served with Crostini
Chicken Liver Parfait, Bruschetta and Apple Chutney
Cherry Tomato & Mozzarella Skewers with Basil
Sweet Potato, sliced & topped with Guacamole & Charred Red Pepper
Chorizo Sausage with a Pea Purée
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Starters
Chicken Liver Parfait, Bruschetta and Apple Chutney
Candied Golden & Baby Beetroot, with Goats Cheese and a Walnut Pesto
Beetroot Cured Salmon, Watercress, Horseradish Cream, served with Home-Baked Sourdough Rye Bread
Smoked Haddock and Salmon Fish Cakes, with Tarragon, Chervil, Spring Onion, Gherkin and Caper Salad with Mushy Peas
Baked Aubergine & Pomegranate Salad with Yoghurt & Fresh Mint
Vegetarian Sharing Boards: Grilled Summer Vegetables, Halloumi & Basil Pesto, Harissa Spiced Humous, Beetroot, Cumin & Coriander Falafels, Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce, Home Baked Nigella Seed Flat-Bread
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Main Courses
Slow Roasted Belly of Pork, Apple Sauce, Crackling and Cider Reduction
Braised Cotswold Lamb Shank, Parsnip Purée and Rosemary Jus, Seasonal Vegetables
Roast Chicken with Chestnut Stuffing, Celeriac Purée, and Red Wine, Lemon and Thyme Jus
Sea Bass with Braised Fennel, New Potatoes and Lemon
Trio of Local Sausages, Buttery Mash, Cavolo Nero and Caramelised Red Onion Gravy (vegetarian and Vegan options available)
Chickpea and Aubergine Tagine, Quinoa, Apricot and Roasted Cashew Nuts (v)
Roasted Squash, Stuffed with Almonds, Hazelnuts, Sunflower & Pumpkin Seeds, Puy Lentils and Vegetables with a Roasted Garlic, Rosemary and Red Wine Jus (v)
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. If you choose this option you also need to choose round tables as the trestles are not large enough to accommodate all of the food! For more info please see our additional info page, here.
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Desserts
Owlpen Mess – Raspberry, Strawberry, Meringue, Cream, Saffron
Chocolate Brownie, Salted Caramel Ice Cream
Sticky Toffee Pudding, Toffee Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream
Home-made traditional apple crumble and vanilla custard
Summer Pudding, Clotted Cream and Mixed Berry Coulis
Sweet and Salty Cheesecake with Fresh Cherries and Star Anise
A Selection of English Artisan Cheeses, Crackers, Grapes, Celery and Apple Chutney
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Tea/ coffee priced at additional £3.25 per person
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-Viognier, in the style of the New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc but with more notes of apricot instead of grapefruit.
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!
