The Elephant Hotel
Wedding venue The Elephant Hotel Pangbourne: Relaxed, stylish Berkshire weddings with personality.
Quirky, one-of-a-kind wedding destination.
Exclusive use available (accommodating up to 44 guests).
Woof-approved (dog-friendly) weddings.
Our Beautiful yet accessible location, with hidden gardens.
60-plus craft gins in our Babar.
Mixture of packages on offer including BBQ and Buffets.
Business details last verified on 29th of July 2026 by The Elephant Hotel.
Prices & Capacity
Prices
Typical Price: £7,995
Price Range: £2,750 - £18,000
Capacity
Ceremony: 140
Standing: 170
Seated Meal: 140
Accommodation
Sleeps: 44
About The Elephant Hotel
The Elephant Hotel is a quirky boutique wedding venue in Berkshire, offering stylish indoor and outdoor celebrations, dog-friendly weddings, exceptional food and flexible packages. Perfect for elopements, intimate weddings and celebrations of up to 140 guests.
Looking for a wedding that's full of personality? Nestled in the picturesque riverside village of Pangbourne, The Elephant Hotel is a quirky boutique wedding venue in Berkshire, perfect for everything from romantic elopements and intimate celebrations to stylish weddings with up to 140 guests. Just minutes from Reading and within easy reach of Oxford and London, it's the ideal setting for a relaxed and memorable day.
Whether you dream of saying "I do" in our beautiful Garden Pavilion, celebrating in the light-filled Elephant Room or hosting a cosy gathering in our rustic Herd Restaurant, you'll have the freedom to create a wedding that reflects your style.
Food is at the heart of every celebration at The Elephant Hotel. Our talented chefs will work with you to create a menu your guests will love, whether that's an elegant afternoon tea, relaxed sharing platters, delicious pizzas from our outdoor pizza oven or a classic three-course wedding breakfast.
After your ceremony, enjoy drinks in the garden, explore our famous Gin Bar with more than 160 speciality gins and dance the night away with family and friends. When the celebrations end, 22 individually designed bedrooms provide the perfect place to relax before enjoying a hearty Full English breakfast together the next morning.
We're proud to be a dog-friendly wedding venue, so your four-legged family members are welcome to be part of your special day. Why not extend the celebrations with a relaxed post-wedding barbecue or buffet? If you're looking for complete privacy, exclusive-use hire is also available.
From your first enquiry to your final farewell, our experienced wedding team will be by your side, ensuring every detail is taken care of. You'll also enjoy complimentary access to our online Wedding Planner, where you can create a personalised quote, book a private tour and plan your day with ease.
Your wedding should be as unique as your love story—and we'd love to help you make it unforgettable.
The Details
Type of Ceremony
Civil ceremony licensed
Humanist / Celebrant weddings
Receptions Only
Outdoor Ceremonies
Venue Setting
Countryside
Waterside
Town
Waterside
Venue Type
Boutique hotel
Exclusive use
Small Hotel
Pubs, Bars & Restaurants
Elopements
Historic
Intimate Venue
Outdoor / Garden
Railway Station
Suitable for Asian Weddings
Suitable for Jewish Weddings
Unique & Unusual
Weekend Hire
Additional Facilities
Honeymoon suite
Orangery Or Marquee
Dance floor
Live music permitted
Discos permitted
Wedding coordinator
Onsite car parking
Licensed bar
Inhouse Toastmaster
Wedding packages
Bespoke weddings
Walled Garden
Dog friendly
Outdoor ceremonies
Catering Options
Inhouse Caterers
BBQ / Hog Roasts
Asian
Kosher
Caribbean
Halal
Kosher
Greek
Vegan
Buffet
Champions of
Sustainability
LGBTQIA+ Weddings
Special Guides for Brides Offers
2027 Winter Special – £3,995
Instructions
We've designed an intimate Winter Wedding Package for 40 guests for an extra-special price of £3995. Available Monday to Sunday, January to April 2027, our fantastic Winter Special wedding offer includes everything you need to make your dream day perfect! Our Winter Special package includes: Ceremony room hire. Exclusive all-day hire of The Elephant Room and Cocktail Lounge. Drinks reception, a glass of Prosecco/bottle of beer per person. Two -course wedding breakfast. Glass of house wine per person. Glass of fizz for speeches. Selection of bacon, sausage/vegetarian baps for evening snacks. Wedding coordinator to assist with your plans. Master of ceremonies to run the wedding day. Discounted bedroom rates for guests. Complimentary Chic Room for wedding couple.*
Terms and conditions
Terms and Conditions Pricing: Saturday weddings are an extra £450; additional day guests £105 per adult, £35 per child; evening-only guests £25. T&Cs: All weddings with evening entertainment must have a minimum of nine bedrooms booked as well as the function space. *Complimentary Chic Room for the wedding couple when a minimum of eight bedrooms are booked.
New Year's Eve 2026 exclusive use
Instructions
A winter wedding is always something very special. Holding it on New Year's Eve adds an extra opulence, making it a truly magical wedding day – and night. You can enjoy the exclusive use of The Elephant Hotel on 31 December 2026 for £9,995 Our NYE 2025 offer includes: Exclusive use of The Elephant Hotel from noon on the day of your wedding to 11:00 the next day. Prosecco and canapé reception (one drink and three canapés per person). Three-course wedding breakfast for 60 guests. Half a bottle of wine per person. Mineral water on the tables. Two flutes of Prosecco per guest (one to toast and one at midnight). Sausage and bacon baps with chips. Bedroom of your choice for your wedding night. 21 guest bedrooms available for your guests to book (additional fee applies). To find out how we can help you transform your winter wedding into an exceptional New Year's Eve 2026 celebration please check out website .
Terms and conditions
Minimum of 60 day guests. Prices available for up to 140 day guests and 160 evening guests. Please enquire for pricing for your specific day and evening numbers. New bookings only.
Contact & Location
The Elephant Hotel
Church Road, RG8 7AR, Berkshire, United Kingdom
FAQs
Absolutely! The Elephant Hotel is a relaxed and intimate venue. Exclusive use will give you run of the garden, the hotel, and bar. For the ultimate dream wedding experience, we recommend exclusive use! We offer exceptionally competitive prices for exclusive use weddings.
Yes. We are a licensed wedding venue.
Yes, the Garden Pavilion is available for outdoor weddings.
Please contact us directly to discuss this.
No. We have an exceptionally talented culinary team. All catering is taken care of by our team, and our Head Chef will design a menu that reflects your taste, the season, and any dietary requirements.
Please contact us directly to discuss this. Many options are available, depending on where you choose to host your ceremony, and whether you choose an exclusive use wedding (which gives you run of the entire hotel and gardens!)
Wedding receptions need to end by midnight.
No, there are no restrictions for live music.
No. Our beautiful hotel is located centrally in a busy community; out of consideration for our neighbours and safety, we do not allow fireworks.
Yes! We allow biodegradable confetti and dried petal confetti at our wedding venue.
Yes, but please contact us directly to discuss this.
Yes, each bedroom is individual and special in its own way. A choice of Chic Bedrooms are available for your to choose from.
Yes, we have 22 bedrooms, sleeping up to 50 guests.
Yes. Pangbourne has great links to other accommodation, and transport.
Definitely! The Elephant Hotel is a very dog-friendly hotel. You are very welcome to invite your four-legged friends to your wedding.
Our Sustainability Commitments
We're proud to be committed to sustainable hospitality, making thoughtful choices that help reduce our environmental impact while maintaining exceptional experiences for our couples. From responsible sourcing to reducing waste, we're always looking for ways to protect our local community and the beautiful Berkshire countryside for future generations.
Commitment to LGBTQIA+ Couples
At The Elephant Hotel, every love story is welcome. We're proud to celebrate LGBTQIA+ weddings and are committed to providing a warm, inclusive and respectful experience for every couple. Our dedicated team will work closely with you to create a wedding that's personal, meaningful and completely true to you, ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.
Why Couples Recommend The Elephant Hotel
Couples consistently report an exceptional wedding experience at The Elephant Hotel, frequently highlighting the fantastic and attentive events team. From the initial planning stages to the day itself, the staff are praised for being thorough, communicative, and organised, ensuring everything runs smoothly and feels effortless. The team is commended for their flexibility, accommodating specific dietary needs like halal meat and calmly handling last-minute changes, such as moving proceedings indoors due to weather. The food receives rave reviews for its excellent quality throughout the celebration, including the wedding breakfast, canapés, and meals for guests staying overnight. The accommodation is another standout feature, with guests loving the clean, spacious, and individually decorated rooms. The hotel's unique character, beautiful garden perfect for photographs, and charming village location create a memorable setting. The venue is also noted for its good wheelchair access, making it a welcoming choice for all guests. Overall, couples express immense gratitude, feeling the venue exceeded their expectations and made their day incredibly special.
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Personal Message
Jesse Wellend- Hammond
Events Co-ordinator
Congratulations on your engagement and thank you for considering The Elephant Hotel. We believe every wedding should reflect the couple at its heart, so our friendly team will help you create a celebration that's personal, relaxed and uniquely yours. From your first visit until your last dance, we'll be with you every step of the way, making sure your wedding is everything you've imagined.
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