Washingborough Hall Hotel
Country hotel Grade II listed Georgian manor house nestled within secluded, mature gardens, just a short distance from the historic city of Lincoln
Exclusive-Use
Intimate, Micro & Elepoement Weddings
Furry Friends Welcome!
Outdoor Ceremonies
2AA Rosette Restaurant
Neighbouring Church with Private Access
Business details last verified on 13th of May 2026 by Washingborough Hall Hotel.
Prices & Capacity
Prices
Typical Price: £3,000
Capacity
Ceremony: 110
Standing: 150
Seated Meal: 110
Accommodation
Sleeps: 44
About Washingborough Hall Hotel
A beautifully restored Georgian house just 10 minutes from Lincoln City Centre, offering an elegant setting for your country house wedding. This charming manor house blends period character with award‑winning hospitality, creating a romantic backdrop for couples dreaming of a relaxed yet refined countryside wedding venue. With its sweeping driveway, landscaped gardens and warm, intimate atmosphere, “Washy Hall” feels like a private retreat made for celebrating with the people who matter most.
Welcoming weddings of every size - from intimate ceremonies and micro weddings to full exclusive‑use celebrations where the Hall and its picturesque grounds become entirely yours. Couples can exchange vows in one of the beautifully appointed licensed rooms, each filled with period charm, or choose an enchanting outdoor ceremony on the manicured lawns.
For those dreaming of a traditional church wedding, St John’s Church sits just moments away and is accessible via the hotel’s own private entrance, offering a seamless and beautifully connected experience. Every corner of this Georgian house provides a stunning backdrop for photographs, from the sweeping driveway to the peaceful garden pathways.
Culinary excellence is at the heart of every wedding at Washingborough Hall. The award‑winning kitchen team craft bespoke menus using the finest locally sourced ingredients, creating dishes that feel both indulgent and personal to you. From elegant canapés to a beautifully curated wedding breakfast, every plate is prepared with creativity, passion and attention to detail.
The dedicated in‑house wedding team are known for their warmth, expertise and calm, reassuring approach. They guide you through every stage of your planning journey, ensuring your vision is brought to life seamlessly. Their meticulous care allows you to relax and savour each moment, knowing every detail is handled with professionalism and heart.
To complete your celebration, the hotel offers luxurious, individually designed bedrooms and suites for you and your closest guests.
The Details
Type of Ceremony
Civil ceremony licensed
Outdoor Ceremonies
Receptions Only
Humanist / Celebrant weddings
Venue Setting
Countryside
Town
Village
Woodland
Venue Type
Exclusive use
Manor House
Small Hotel
Weekend Hire
Boutique hotel
Country House
Elopements
Intimate Venue
Outdoor / Garden
Catering Options
Inhouse Caterers
Vegan
BBQ / Hog Roasts
Buffet
Food Trucks Permitted
Halal
No Corkage
Additional Facilities
Bespoke weddings
Bridal Dressing Room
Dance floor
Discos permitted
Honeymoon suite
Licensed bar
Live music permitted
Onsite car parking
Wedding coordinator
Wedding packages
Dog friendly
Inhouse Toastmaster
Orangery Or Marquee
Outdoor ceremonies
Special Guides for Brides Offers
Autumnel exclusve use From £8,788 (based on 40 guests) Includes exclusive use of the hotel from 11am on the wedding day to 11am the following day
Instructions
Bridal suite the night of the wedding Drinks package Three course wedding breakfast Tea and coffee with homemade fudge Choice of evening food 20 bedrooms available for guests to book Add a stay in the bridal suite the night before for £207
Terms and conditions
Must allocate the bedrooms to your guests for their payment £1500 booking fee with wedding insurance 50% paid 4 minths prior to wedding Full payment and final nos 1 month prior
Daytime wedding for upto 30 guests Includes partial exclusive use (private use of pre-ceremony space, ceremony space, dining space and gardens
Instructions
From £2,458.50 (based on 30 guests) Ceremony room hire Three course wedding breakfast Tea and coffee with homemade fudge Add overnight stay in bridal suite for £207 bed and breakfast
Terms and conditions
£1000 booking fee final nos and full payment 1 month prior
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Contact & Location
Washingborough Hall Hotel
Washingborough hall hotel, Church Hill, Washingborough, Washingborough, LN4 1EH, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
FAQs
Yes, exclusive use starts at 11am on the day of the wedding until 11am the following day. Checkin for bedrooms is 3pm, unless you are using them the night before.
Yes we can offer civil ceremonies in 3 rooms in the hotel, The Sibthorpe holds upto x 40 guests, the Dining room holds upto x 85 and the Winston room orangery holds upto 120. We can also hold ceremonies outside in the pergoda
Yes you can, on our 3 acres of lawned gardens, you have to use live unamplhied music outside ie strings/harp, using the option for hiring Chivari chairs for the guests.
No corkage for the drinks package but allowed for limited special bottles of wine
The wedding breakfast is catering for by our 8 chefs, food and beverage spends need to be achieved to use outsdie caterers for the evening food option, ice cream bikes are allowed, suppliers delivering cakes, cheese are allowed. our menus are flexible for all deitary requirements, you can write your own menu.
We are very flexible for suppliers decorating, prior evening access for decorating 1 of the rooms being used for the wedding, nayitme on the day from 7am
Last oders are 11.30pm and all music finish at midnight, carriages for 12pm
Yes we have a sound limiter for the evening party, small 3 peice bands using electirc drums are more sucessful
No, we do allow sparklers
Yes bio degradable please
Yes plesae make sure they are contained
Yes 3 options, a four poster, and 2 other alternatives, all with seperate roll top baths and showers. Hanging facilites for the dresses.
Yes 20 bedrooms
Yes Lincoln is 3 miles away
Yes we are, the bridal suites are not, but they can stay in other bedrooms
Yes we are, the bridal suites are not, but they can stay in other bedrooms
Yes we are, the bridal suites are not, but they can stay in other bedrooms
Yes St John's Washingborough, is next door, the garden gate leads to the church and the church are very happy for non parishoniers to use them.
Yes St John's Washingborough, is next door, the garden gate leads to the church and the church are very happy for non parishoniers to use them.
Our Sustainability Commitments
Washingborough Hall is committed to using locally sourced ingredients wherever possible, showcasing the exceptional meat, vegetables and fruit that Lincolnshire and the surrounding countryside have to offer. The hotel’s food ethos centres on elegant, classic dishes cooked with skill and care, allowing seasonal flavours to shine. Menus are thoughtfully crafted to reflect the best produce available, resulting in beautifully presented plates that feel refined, comforting and unmistakably rooted in the region.
Why Couples Recommend Washingborough Hall Hotel
Couples consistently describe Washingborough Hall as a perfect and magical wedding venue, highlighting the exceptional, second-to-none service from the entire team. The dedicated wedding coordinators are commended for being supportive, experienced, and accommodating, creating a relaxed and stress-free planning process where nothing is too much trouble. On the wedding day itself, staff are praised for their attentiveness, quiet efficiency, and professionalism, ensuring everything runs seamlessly and like clockwork. The food is a consistent standout feature, with both couples and their guests describing the wedding breakfast as outstanding, incredible, and of restaurant-standard quality. The beautiful hotel and its immaculate gardens provide an idyllic backdrop for the celebration, with the option for exclusive use being a much-loved feature. The accommodation is also highly rated as elegant and comfortable for guests. Overall, reviewers feel the team goes above and beyond to incorporate personal touches, resulting in a dream wedding day that exceeds all expectations.
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From The Owner
Lucy Herring
Director of Romance
As the owner of this beautiful Georgian boutique hotel for 18 years, I have had the pleasure as the Director of Romance of looking after hundreds of couples planning their bespoke wedding days. With our fabulous team, we take the couples on a stress free journey from start to finish. As a privately owned and run small hotel, we are able to offer flexibility for our guests and suppliers. Exclusive use creates a home from home experience with loved ones and friends. Come see us soon! KR Lucy
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