Exclusive Destination Weddings in a Private Cotswold Hamlet

Romance

Owlpen Manor in its hidden private valley is “a paradise incomparable on earth”, wrote the great poet Algernon Charles Swinburne. Choose this Cotswold paradise as your exclusive wedding venue, and find true romance and spoiling intimacy for a never-to-be-forgotten day!

Exclusive Weddings

We offer three-day exclusive weddings, with wedding days on a Wednesday or a Saturday.  If you would prefer a Tuesday or Thursday wedding midweek, that is no problem.  You have totally exclusive access to the estate while you are here, so you can call the place your own for two nights.

A Personal Touch

The Owlpen team will work with you to create your bespoke, personalised wedding experience.  We are committed to the idea that no two weddings are the same, and so we work with you to deliver the experience that you want for your day, and not one that comes off the shelf.  Get to know the team from start to finish, keep coming back to explore the valley and holiday cottages, and visit one of our open days to have a metting, try the food and wine, and meet some of our friendly suppliers.  Once you come for your wedding day, you’ll know it well, and we will all know you personally so that you can really take ownership of the estate for your wedding.  

Barn Venue

Our new pole barn is a contemporary events space with dining capacity for up to 120 guests.  This impressive structure is geared towards sustainability with its larch frame sourced from trees in the valley, underfloor heating, powered by Air-Source Heat Pump, and huge wood-burning stove powered by Owlpen firewood if you like a roaring fire.

Next door is the Cyder Barn, one of he most historic buildings on the Owlpen estate, built in 1446.  Its gigantic oak cruck trusses tower over the room itself, and the majestic cider press adds character and history to this already stunning building.  We regularly hold wedding ceremonies and civil partnership ceremonies for 100 people there.

When night falls the Cyder Barn becomes the bar, dancefloor and party central so you can dance the night away, but also sit next door peacefully without having to shout!

Upstairs you will find a private make-up room and marital suite, full of historic features but designed with a modern touch.

Garden Ceremonies and Receptions

The historic formal gardens of the manor house are the perfect setting for outdoor ceremonies, wedding receptions and lawn games.  They are also an incomparably romantic setting for larger weddings for up to 200 guests in a marquee.

With their centuries-old clipped topiary and box parterres, the gardens provide staggeringly beautiful views across to Owlpen Manor and Holy Cross church, a truly unique spot for your special occasion.

The gardens are a photographer’s paradise: there are so many stunning views, historic buildings and and little pockets of beauty for them to draw inspiration from, making Owlpen the perfect exclusive wedding venue if you’re looking for a fabulous portfolio of photographs to remember your special day forever.

Church Weddings

If you would prefer a church service, the beautiful Owlpen Parish Church is just a stone’s throw from the manor house itself, so you can have a church wedding without having to leave the valley.

At Owlpen Manor you can enjoy your private wedding reception in the peace and tranquillity of a secluded Cotswold valley, surrounded by family and friends, while our wedding coordinators make sure everything is professionally organised down to the last detail, from managing parking to the wedding cake itself.

Outstanding Natural Beauty

Cotswold wedding venue Owlpen Manor is an exclusive and adaptable setting for any special occasion. Everywhere you look there are scenic photo opportunities against the spectacular Cotswold backdrop. Offering a number of magical locations for your civil ceremony, wedding reception, dancing and dining, the estate is exclusively yours for an entire weekend, or during the week, depending on your preference.

Receptions can be held for just 20 and up to 150. The site is licensed and we offer a superb range of selected wines, and we operate a fully stocked bar including fine wines, local ciders and lagers, and our signature cocktails. 

Wedding Accommodation

Enjoy peace and relaxation in nine boutique holiday cottages on the estate during your stay. All of the houses can be exclusively hired for your wedding party, providing accommodation for up to 40 guests. Ample parking is available for all your guests. For young revellers on a budget, there is plenty of space where your guests can camp in the meadows by arrangement.  We can also arrange glamping in our water meadows, all overseen by hand-picked local suppliers. 

Dog Friendly Wedding Venue

Did we mention that we love pets at Owlpen?  You would be welcome to bring your furry or feathered friends along with you.  Over the years we have welcomed horses, alpacas, owls, cats, parrots tortoises and, of course, many beloved dogs…!

Contact us

For more information, click on the links to the right.  you can find full weekend pricing in our brochure, and pricing for midweek weddings here: www.owlpen.com/midweekweddings

If you would like more information from us, please email our weddings expert Bella Wadsworth on hello@owlpen.com, or call the team on 01453 860 261.

Thank you!