WEEKEND WEDDING PACKAGES – 2025 and 2026

 

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 range of weekend wedding packages, which keep things simple.

Our weekend 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 bridal suite and make-up room included in the fee.
• 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.
• Food for 80 people: the cost includes a three-course meal.  Choose one dish from a range of options outlined below.  Fees for canapés and evening food are additional.
• Wine for 80 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.
• 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.  There is a fee of £1 per head for classic white napkins if you would like to use ours.

PRICES

The prices for our weekend wedding packages are as follows, for 80 people:

OPTION ONE: 

June, July, August: £14250

May and September: £13150

April, October, December: £12150

March, November: £11150

For additional guests, the fee is £71.50 per head, £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.

OPTION TWO: 

June, July, August: £14850

May and September: £13750

April, October, December: £12550

March, November: £11550

For additional guests, the fee is £79.50 per head, £42.50 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.

OPTION THREE: 

June, July, August: £16250

May and September: £15250

April, October, December: £14250

March, November: £13250

For additional guests, the fee is £97 per head, £47.50 for children, and £34.50 for kids under ten years old.  They can enjoy bottomless soft drinks all day (elderflower, orange juice, apple juice), all included.

NB these published prices are valid for 2025 and 2026 weddings.  Prices for 2027 may vary.

 

 

MENU OPTIONS

OPTION ONE

FOOD: THREE-COURSE MEAL

Starters

• Chicken Liver Parfait, Bruschetta and Apple Chutney
• Candied, Golden & Baby Beetroot, with Goats Cheese and Basil Oil
• Beetroot Cured Salmon, Watercress, Horseradish Cream, Homemade Charcoal 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

Main Courses

• Slow Roasted Belly of Pork, Apple Sauce, Crackling and Cider Reduction
• Braised Cotswold Lamb Shoulder with Parsnip Purée and Rosemary Jus, Seasonal Vegetables
• Roast Chicken with Lemon & Thyme Stuffing, Celeriac Purée, and Red Wine Jus, Seasonal Vegetables
• 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)
• Moroccan Chickpea, Feta, Butternut Squash and Spinach Filo Pastry Pie
• Roasted Squash stuffed with Puy lentils, Sunflower and Pumpkin Seeds, and Vegetables with a Roasted Garlic, Rosemary & Red Onion Jus (v)

Desserts

• Owlpen Mess – Raspberry, Strawberry, Meringue, Cream, Saffron
• Chocolate Brownie, Salted Caramel Ice Cream
• Warm Sticky Toffee Tart, with white Chocolate Sauce
• Home-made traditional apple crumble and vanilla custard
• A Selection of English Artisan Cheeses, Crackers, Grapes, Celery and Apple Chutney
• Grab and Go ice-cream cart: inc three flavours (plus dairy-free).  Waffles, cones, toppings!

Wild Card: The Great British BBQ – 2 COURSES (NB surcharge of £2 per head)

For those looking for a more informal dining option we also offer a full-scale barbecue extravaganza.  Enjoy a range of grilled local meats, poultry and shellfish, served with home-made breads and sauces, salads and complete with vegetarian/ vegan options. This offering includes the BBQ and a Dessert (no starter), and is served directly to the table on platters, so everyone has a mammoth range of food to choose from.

DRINKS

Included in the package we offer a bottle of wine spread out over the course of the day.  This includes two glasses of Prosecco for the reception, and a bucket of 30 beers for the bar.  For the meal we provide half a bottle of wine per person, divided between red and white according to your preference.  Then a glass of fizz for a toast, whenever you choose.

 

OPTION TWO

FOOD: THREE-COURSE MEAL

 Choose from any of the starters from option one.

 Main Courses

• Chef’s Home Reared Middle Eastern Whole Hogget Legs, Shoulders and Racks Roasted with Fennel, Cumin, Coriander Seeds, Fresh Herbs and Garlic. Rich Roasted Tomato Sauce, Minted Yogurt, Flatbreads, Seasonal Mixed Salads or Vegetables and Garlic Aioli
• Herb Crusted Cod, Tomato Fondue, Wilted Spinach and White Wine and Herb Emulsion
• Braised Ox Cheek, Tumbled Root Veg, Roasted Shallots, Sticky Red Wine Jus
• Wild Mushroom Wellington with a Red Wine and Thyme Jus
• Grilled Summer Vegetables & Goats Cheese Puff Pastry Tart with a Sweet Tomato Coulis

Desserts

• Lemon Tart, Raspberry Sorbet & Mixed Berries
• Sweet and Salty Cheesecake with Fresh Cherries and Star Anise
• Warm Sticky Chocolate Tart, with White Chocolate Sauce
• Passion Fruit, Vanilla or Raspberry Creme Brulée & Berries

DRINKS

Included in the package, we offer a selection of specially curated wines from our cellars. For the reception we serve half a bottle of Prosecco, and a bucket of 30 beers for the reception bar.  If you would like Pimm’s as well, or instead, we can arrange this.  For the meal, we provide half a bottle of wine per person – and you can choose what proportion of each variety you require.  We offer an Argentinian Malbec from the Mendoza region, and a crisp southern French Sauvignon Blanc plus a light classic rosé from Provence.  Then a glass of premium sparkling wine for toasts.

OPTION THREE

FOOD: THREE-COURSE MEAL

Choose from any of the starters and desserts above. For the desserts we offer a trio, which means you can select your three favourites, and enjoy them all at the same time!  This deal also includes tea and coffee.

 Main Courses

• Roast Sirloin of Local Beef, Yorkshire Pudding and Red Wine Jus
• Confit Duck a l’Orange with a Yuzu glaze
• Poached T-Bone of Turbot with Brown Shrimp Butter, New Potatoes, Samphire & Mixed Beans
• The Ultimate Luxury Wild Card: Beef Wellington with Red Wine and Madeira Jus: surcharge of £7 per head

To add canapés for reception please allow for an additional fee of £13.50 per head

DRINKS

When it comes to wine, we can offer you a range of different vintages from our extensive wine list to pair with your food choices, following consultation with our in-house wine expert.  We also invite you to upgrade your sparkling wine to champagne for the toasts, for that extra special wedding breakfast experience!

 

FOOD DURING YOUR DRINKS RECEPTION

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!

Canapes – The Greatest Hits

Marinated Greek Kalamata Olives, Feta and Sun Dried Tomatoes

Guilin Chicken Skewers

Smoked Mackerel Paté, Cucumber to dip

Mediterranean Crévettes, Masala Mayonnaise

Chicken Liver Parfait, Bruschetta and Apple Chutney

Cherry Tomato & Mozzarella Skewers with Basil

Sweet Potato, sliced & topped with Guacamole & Charred Red Pepper

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Optional extras:

If your photographer or band member would like a meal, the fee is £36 per head.

Tea and coffee is priced at £3.50 each if it is not included in the package.