Ashridge House Weddings
Plan your dream wedding at the enchanting Ashridge House, nestled amidst Hertfordshire's picturesque landscapes.
Historic venue
Multiple function rooms for both ceremonies and wedding receptions
Intimate and grand wedding experiences available
Secret staircase for grand entrances into the Main Hall
190 acres of grounds and gardens to explore
Licensed for outdoor weddings
Prices & Key Facts
Prices
Price Band: ££ - £££
Typical Price: £22,000
Price Range: £20,160 - £35,000
Hire Price Range: £20,000 - £25,000
Per Person Price Range: £264 - £519
Capacity
Guests for a ceremony: 180
Guest Capacity (min/max): 90 / 350
Guests for sit down meal: 90 - 280
Accommodation
Accommodation Rooms: 189
Accommodation Capacity: 380
About Ashridge House
Experience Ashridge House, an award-winning wedding venue in Hertfordshire, just 30 miles from London. With over 700 years of history as a former royal residency, it offers licensed ceremonies in the Manor and gardens. Choose from multiple spaces, with an indoor capacity of 350. Accommodation is available for your guests, making it the perfect venue for your special day.
Step into history at Ashridge House, once graced by King Henry VIII, Queen Elizabeth I, and Prince Edward. Feel like royalty as you make unforgettable memories on your special day. Each part of your day at Ashridge House will present a beautiful new setting as you move through our interlocking heritage rooms. Ashridge House features a captivating blend of romantic gothic and Italian architecture. With original chandeliers, marble fireplaces, and opulent gold-leaf painted ceilings, it provides a stunning setting for your special day. The venue's 190 acres of landscaped gardens and breathtaking staircase add an extra touch of elegance.
Wedding planning journey
During your wedding planning journey, a dedicated Ashridge House Wedding Coordinator will be assigned to you. They will assist you with all the venue planning and will be present on the big day, working tirelessly behind the scenes to bring your vision to life. With experienced and friendly hands guiding you, you can relax knowing that every detail is taken care of.
Morning of your day
You and your wedding party can relax and prepare in one of our charming Heritage rooms.
Your ceremony, civil or religious
We are licensed for civil ceremonies, accommodating up to 180 guests on our stunning staircase. You can also exchange your vows in our beautiful garden settings, such as the South terrace, Italian gardens, Rose gardens, Herb gardens, and more. The Ashridge House Chapel is available for Christian blessings, led by our Reverend or your chosen officiant.
Our capacity
We have various options for your sit-down meal, ranging from 90 guests to 350 guests.
Stay with us
We have 189 bedrooms onsite, perfect for you and your guests to rest your heads at the end of an amazing day.
Getting here
Located only 30 minutes from London via car and train, we also have complimentary parking onsite.
The Details
Type of Ceremony
Civil ceremony licensed
Chapel on premises
Humanist / Celebrant weddings
Outdoor Ceremonies
Receptions Only
Venue Setting
Countryside
Town
Woodland
Remote
Venue Type
Castles & Palaces
Stately home
Country House
Manor House
Mansion
Schools, Colleges & Universities
Suitable for Asian Weddings
Suitable for Jewish Weddings
Intimate Venue
Outdoor / Garden
Historic
Additional Facilities
Outdoor ceremonies
Honeymoon suite
Orangery Or Marquee
Dance floor
Live music permitted
Discos permitted
Fireworks permitted
Wedding coordinator
Onsite car parking
Licensed bar
Wedding packages
Bespoke weddings
Walled Garden
Catering Options
Inhouse Caterers
BBQ / Hog Roasts
Asian
Halal
Vegan
Special Guides for Brides Offers
💍 LAST REMAINING DATES FOR SUMMER 2025 WEDDINGS! 💍
Instructions
✨ Secure your special day and enjoy a complimentary upgrade on us! ✨ 🎁 Choose one of these exclusive perks: 🍴 x3 canapés per person for your guests to savour 🥂 Additional glass of prosecco for your drinks reception 💒 Reduced minimum guest numbers for a more intimate celebration 🌞 With only a few dates left in summer 2025, this is your chance to make your dream wedding a reality! 🌿💫 📅 Available Sundays: Sunday 10th August 2025 Saturday 23rd August 2025 (Our last remaining Saturday until 2026) Sunday 28th September 2025 📞 Contact us today to secure your date and upgrade your celebration with a little extra magic! 💍🎉
Terms and conditions
T&C Apply
Mid Week Offer
Instructions
Book your wedding between Monday and Thursday in April or August and enjoy an exclusive discount of £50.00 off per person. Save up to £4,500 on your Dream Day!
Terms and conditions
Applicable for new enquiries - valid until end of August 2025
Contact & Location
Ashridge House
Ashridge House, Berkhamsted, HP4 1NS, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
FAQs
Wedding couples will have exclusive use of their function rooms for their special day.
Ashridge House has a number of licensed rooms for civil ceremonies for small weddings from 20 guests up until grand weddings of 170 guests. There are lots of beautiful heritage rooms to choose from!
Ashridge House is fortunate to have one licensed outside area for civil ceremonies. Couples can exchange vows on the South Terrace whilst overlooking the private gardens of the estate.
Our talented team of executive chefs offer an exciting range of menus and will cater for all dietary requirements; please do let us know if you have a particular theme or menu in mind.
Both music and bar close at midnight, however if the couple decide for an optional upgrade to continue celebrating until 1am there is an additional bar extension fee.
For indoor entertainment there are no noise restrictions, however because the House is located in a rural area outdoor entertainment is limited and options can be discussed with your wedding co-ordinator.
Both House and grounds are listed at Ashridge House, therefore we work with one licensed Firework display company who work with couples on designing their own firework display to wow their wedding guests. Fireworks can be viewed from the South Terrace and because of local residents we kindly ask couples to have their fireworks completed by 9pm.
Confetti is allowed, however confetti can only be thrown inside the venue and must be bio-degradable. Our wedding coordinators can recommend some great suppliers for confetti.
Because Ashridge House is a listed venue no candles are allowed, including lanterns.
Ashridge House has over 100 ensuite bedrooms, and 11 of these are the Brownlow Lodges which are used mainly by the principal wedding party. The couple tends to stay onsite in one of Brownlow Lodges where they can then enjoy a farewell breakfast in the Main House with friends and family the next morning.
There are 11 Lodges & 179 En-suite bedrooms at Ashridge House.
Weddings here can be intimate or extravagant, a typical wedding cost ranges from: £19,710 - £24,660
Our Sustainability Commitments
Our sustainability priorities encompass carbon emission elimination, efficient water usage, waste reduction, sustainable sourcing of food and commodities, and preserving the wildlife in our gardens. Our chefs, trained in sustainable food practices, use fresh herbs and vegetables from our garden. We prioritize seasonal and locally-sourced meat, fruit, and vegetables from nearby farmers. Our fish is sustainably sourced, and our tea, coffee, and bananas are Fairtrade. Additionally, we have worked with a local school and scout group to replant our orchard, ensuring a supply of apples, pears, cherries, and plums for our kitchen. We have beehives in our gardens and work with local beekeepers to produce our own Ashridge honey. Our gardens also feature nesting boxes for bats, including the old Ice House, and are a habitat for nesting Red Kites, once endangered in the UK. In fact, our trees are home to Hertfordshire's most successful breeding pair. Ashridge House, as part of EF Education First, shares the company's commitment to offsetting global carbon emissions. Through our Hello Zero initiative, our goal is two-fold: to achieve carbon negativity annually from 2021 onwards and ultimately become historically carbon neutral. This means removing all the carbon emissions we have ever generated, directly or indirectly, since EF's founding in 1965.
Personal Message
There's something so special about the atmosphere of the venue. the stunning rooms and the sense of history surrounding you. Its like stepping back into the most elegant era. Ashridge House provides a sense of luxury and exclusivity all at the same time making the whole day feel catered to you. From many styles of rooms to choose from, you can talior the day to what suits your style and personality. Personally, there's no better place to celebrate love other than at Ashridge House.
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