Whately Hall Hotel
Banbury’s Whately Hall hotel venue with period features, garden ceremony options and coordinated wedding day support.
Dedicated Wedding Planner
Historic Venue
Private Manicured Gardens
Original Features
69 Characterful Bedrooms
Complimentary Bridal Suite for Couple
Business details last verified on 16th of February 2026 by the Guides for Brides team.
Prices & Capacity
Prices
Typical Price: £POA
Price Range: £110 - £125
Capacity
Ceremony: 120
Standing: 120
Seated Meal: 120
Accommodation
Sleeps: 120
About Whately Hall
Whately Hall sits in the heart of Banbury in Oxfordshire in a building that dates back to the 17th century. Its historic structure and gardens frame weddings that can include both the ceremony and celebrations on the same site. Couples can choose to hold a licensed civil ceremony outdoors in the gardens or inside in the venue’s function room, and guests can move between spaces for drinks, the wedding breakfast and the rest of the day.
The gardens extend behind the hotel and are used for wedding photography and receptions. An experienced coordinator works with couples throughout planning and on the day itself. Viewing the venue begins with a show-around of the suites, reception spaces and gardens; this visit includes a complimentary cream tea for two. Open days are held at scheduled times, giving prospective couples the chance to see the site and meet the team, with a glass of fizz on arrival. Whately Hall combines overnight stay options with its wedding offering, allowing guests to remain close by once celebrations conclude.
The Details
Type of Ceremony
Civil ceremony licensed
Receptions Only
Venue Setting
Countryside
Town
Additional Facilities
Honeymoon suite
Dance floor
Live music permitted
Discos permitted
Wedding coordinator
Onsite car parking
Licensed bar
Inhouse Toastmaster
Wedding packages
Bespoke weddings
Venue Type
Country House
Small Hotel
Catering Options
Inhouse Caterers
BBQ / Hog Roasts
Asian
Kosher
Caribbean
Halal
Kosher
Greek
Vegan
Contact & Location
Whately Hall
17-19 Horse Fair, Banbury Cross, OX16 0AN, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
FAQs
Yes, we guarantee exclusive use of the event spaces (not bedrooms)
Yes we are, our license covers the Swift Suite as well as the Hotel Gardens
Yes, we also welcome the use of marquees and gazebos
Yes, price will vary depending on date of wedding
Unfortunately we do not allow external catering onsite due to health and safety regulations
Midnight, however if you do wish to extend your party there are certain terms and conditions
11:00AM
Unfortunately we do not allow fireworks onsite as we are a listed building
Yes, biodegradable only please
No
No
Yes, we offer a bridal suite for the wedding couple within the package
Yes, 69 bedrooms total. 36 of our bedrooms have been freshly refurbed this year (2025)
Yes, plenty
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