Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel
Boutique Hotel situated in the Oxfordshire village of Iffley
Outdoor celebrations
Dog Friendly
Rural Location with Private Gardens
BBQ and Pizza Oven Available
Bespoke Packages and Menus
Wedding Accommodation
Prices & Key Facts
Prices
Price Band: £ - ££
Typical Price: £3,000
Price Range: £1,000 - £5,000
Based on a typical wedding reception for 80 guests, including venue hire, wedding breakfast, drinks package and evening buffet.
Hire Price Range: £500 - £2,500
Per Person Price Range: £85 - £180
Capacity
Guests for a ceremony: 150
Guest Capacity (min/max): 10 / 200
Guests for sit down meal: 10 - 150
Space for more? (e.g. marquee): Yes
Accommodation
Accommodation Rooms: 77
Accommodation Capacity: 170
About Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel
Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel is a historic wedding venue situated on the outskirts of Oxford, in the charming village of Iffley, surrounded by private gardens. Throughout the property, you'll find elements of classic Oxford elegance. We are very bespoke here at Hawkwell House and can create individual packages and menus just for you. We love everything wedding, so please feel free to contact our experienced Wedding Planner, and she will be more than happy to assist you.
Imagine exchanging vows in a setting that combines timeless elegance with modern charm. Just outside Oxford, the Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel, in the quaint village of Iffley, offers classic Oxford sophistication.
Celebrate your special day amidst three acres of landscaped gardens and two 19th-century manor houses. Our versatile event spaces accommodate up to 150 guests, with the light-filled Thames Suite ready to become your perfect wedding venue. As a licensed location, we offer seamless ceremonies and receptions.
Extend your celebration with activities like punting on the Thames, enjoying wood-fired pizza and BBQ under the stars, or playing garden games. Afterward, retreat to our luxurious rooms. Our dedicated team will help turn your dream wedding into reality with personalized experiences and all-inclusive packages.
All You Need Package: Includes wedding breakfast and evening reception suite hire, Prosecco on arrival, three-course meal, toast Prosecco, white linen and chair covers, silver cake stand and knife, wooden dance floor, and menu tasting. Optional enhancements: live music or DJ, floral arrangements, evening meal, canapes, drinks packages, and Bridal Suite.
All You Want Package: Includes wedding breakfast and evening reception suite hire, champagne on arrival, three canapes per person, bespoke three-course meal, house wine, toast champagne, Chiavari chairs with white sashes, ceremony runner, wooden dance floor, menu tasting, DJ & disco, bridal bouquet, groom’s buttonhole, top table arrangement, evening buffet, tea and coffee, and Bridal Suite.
The Details
Type of Ceremony
Civil ceremony licensed
Humanist / Celebrant weddings
Outdoor Ceremonies
Receptions Only
Venue Setting
City
Remote
Additional Facilities
Outdoor ceremonies
Honeymoon suite
Dance floor
Live music permitted
Discos permitted
Wedding coordinator
Onsite car parking
Good Disabled Access
Bespoke weddings
Dog friendly
Inhouse Toastmaster
Licensed bar
Wedding packages
Venue Type
Exclusive use
Manor House
Large hotel
Historic
Boutique hotel
Outdoor / Garden
Intimate Venue
Catering Options
Inhouse Caterers
BBQ / Hog Roasts
Vegan
Contact & Location
Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel
Church Way, Iffley Village, Oxford, OX4 4DZ, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
FAQs
Yes, you're more than welcome to discuss exclusive use with our Wedding Planner
Yes
Yes, we have beautiful private gardens available for outdoor ceremonies
Yes
We are reviewing external catering enquiries on a case by case basis, please enquire for more details.
We can accommodate access the night prior subject to availability. If the room is unavailable, you're more than welcome to come in and drop off your decorations for us to put out the following day. Otherwise, you're welcome to arrive from 8am on the day of your wedding if you would prefer to do yourselves
Midnight
No
Unfortunately not
Yes - outside please
We allow real candles during your Wedding breakfast but ask that you use artificial candles for your evening reception please
Yes, this is included complimentary on your wedding night
Yes, we have 77 bedrooms on-site
Yes
Personal Message
Julia Kubacka
Wedding and Events Coordinator
Dear prospective couple, Our sincere congratulations on your engagement ! Now that the time has come for you to plan your wedding day, why not visit us for a complimentary glass of Prosecco as we discuss your wedding ideas in further detail ! We look forward to welcoming you at Hawkwell house. Kindest regards
Customer Service Finalist 2025
National Association for Balloon Artists and Suppliers
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