Hare and Hounds Hotel Wedding Venue
Say "I do" with your furry friends in tow at our captivating country hotel in the Cotswolds!
Up to 120 Wedding Guests
4* Guest Accommodation
Selection of Ceremony Spaces
Acres of Garden and Woodland
Bridal Cottage Suite with Hot Tub
Proximity to Royal Highgrove & Westonbirt Arboretum
Prices & Key Facts
Prices
Price Band: ££ - £££
Typical Price: £9,000
Price Range: £5,500 - £11,000
Winter packages are based on 45 guests and summer packages are based on 60 guests. Both include a three course wedding breakfast, your own wedding coordinator, part of the hotel exclusive to you, evening food, wine for the meal and drinks reception.
Capacity
Guests for a ceremony: 120
Guests for sit down meal: 8 - 120
Accommodation
Accommodation Rooms: 42
About Hare and Hounds Hotel
Picture a magnificent country house in the Cotswolds and you will see The Hare and Hounds Hotel. With an enviable location in Westonbirt, the hotel boasts a picture-perfect setting for your wedding with acres of beautiful gardens and woodland.
The Hare and Hounds Hotel, built in honey-coloured Cotswold stone, sits in a romantic garden setting creating the perfect backdrop for your special day. Whether you're planning a traditional big white wedding, an intimate occasion or even something a little different, we can accommodate your needs, with four areas of the hotel licensed for civil ceremonies, including our garden Breeze House, and 42 stylish bedrooms available at a discounted rate for your wedding guests.
A part of the hotel is exclusive to weddings, including your own private bar, a designated entrance for your evening guests, and a large part of the garden and decking area. "Hare of the Dog" is our outside bar that can be opened in the summer months, to complete your dream summer wedding. Furry friends are welcome to the whole day, and even overnight in one of our 12 dog friendly bedrooms!
Our dedicated wedding coordinator will be delighted to work with you to make your dream day a reality and ensure your visions come to light! If you would like to arrange a tour of The Hare and Hounds Hotel, receive a wedding brochure, or discuss your big day with our wedding coordinator, please don't hesitate to contact our team.
The Details
Type of Ceremony
Civil ceremony licensed
Outdoor Ceremonies
Receptions Only
Humanist / Celebrant weddings
Venue Setting
Countryside
Woodland
Remote
Venue Type
Boutique hotel
Large hotel
Exclusive use
Country House
Manor House
Pubs, Bars & Restaurants
Historic
Intimate Venue
Outdoor / Garden
Additional Facilities
Outdoor ceremonies
Honeymoon suite
Dance floor
Live music permitted
Discos permitted
Fireworks permitted
Wedding coordinator
Onsite car parking
Licensed bar
Wedding packages
Bespoke weddings
Good Disabled Access
Dog friendly
Catering Options
Inhouse Caterers
Special Guides for Brides Offers
50% off ceremony hire when booking a garden ceremony with us this summer!
Instructions
Utilise our Breeze House in June, July or August 2025 to receive 50% off ceremony hire. A large garden and decking space is exclusive to weddings, so you have your own privacy and acres of land that make stunning photo backdrops.
Terms and conditions
Applies to selected dates in June, July and August 2025.
A saving of up to £1,100 when booking a mid-week wedding with us between November 2025 and February 2026.
Instructions
Complimentary Beaufort Ceremony hire (usually £1,100) when booking a mid-week wedding with us between November 2025 and February 2026. Contact Mia for further information on our packages.
Terms and conditions
Offer is valid on selected Monday to Thursday dates between November 2025 and February 2026.
Contact & Location
Hare and Hounds Hotel
Westonbirt, Tetbury, GL8 8QL, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
FAQs
Full exclusive use of the venue is available, however a part of the hotel and garden space is included in our normal packages, including a private bar.
We have multiple spaces in the hotel licensed for civil ceremonies so would love to host your wedding from start to finish.
We are pleased to be able to offer outdoor ceremonies in the Breeze House, located in the gardens of the hotel. Supplement charges do apply.
Corkage would apply if alcohol is brought in, however we do include a range of drinks in our packages.
Unfortunately, we do not accept outside caterers.
The time you are able to decorate the venue depends on whether we have an event the day before. Our wedding coordinator is able to assist with the decoration.
Unfortunately, due to our proximity to Highgrove Estate, we do not allow fireworks. Sparklers, however, are permitted.
We do allow confetti, the front entrance makes a perfect backdrop for a confetti shot. We do, however, only allow real petals, whether this be dry or fresh.
Yes, candles are permitted.
Our Gamekeepers Cottage is the perfect retreat for bridal parties the night before, and the happy couple the night of the wedding.
Yes, we have 42 bedrooms.
There are several hotels we recommend nearby, one of which being the Close Hotel in Tetbury which is a sister hotel of ours.
Yes, we are a dog friendly hotel so furry friends are welcome at your wedding. We do also have dog friendly bedrooms.
We do have lots of local and recommended suppliers that can help us bring your wedding visions to life!
Personal Message
Mia
On-Site Wedding Coordinator
Hi there, my name is Mia and I would love to chat to you about your wedding day requirements and dreams, to help you make it a reality! Please contact the hotel if you are interested in viewing the venue or receiving a quote for a prospective date. I very much look forward to hearing from you and coordinating your special day. Between myself, my dedicated team, and our amazing suppliers, we will ensure you have the best day of your lives!
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