Description
Escot House is a historic wedding venue located in Ottery St. Mary, Devon. Surrounded by 220 acres of scenic parks and luscious greenery, this Georgian manor is perfect for those seeking style and tranquillity. The privately-owned estate is available for exclusive use and has been in the Kennaway family's possession since 1794.
Facilities and Capacity
Several event spaces are available at Escot House, including bright and airy rooms, beautiful gardens, and a terrace area. The venue is licenced for civil ceremonies, with indoor and outdoor sites available. Couples wishing to marry outdoors can exchange vows on the lawns under the shady canopy of leafy trees. To-be-weds can also say 'I do' indoors in one of the manor's tastefully appointed rooms. For the wedding reception, everyone can gather inside the dining room or in a stylish marquee on the estate grounds. Guests can partake in unique activities such as archery and clay shooting to keep themselves entertained throughout the evening.
Services Offered
The Escot House staff is highly trained, with over two decades of experience in the wedding industry. These seasoned professionals can help couples plan and execute the special celebration they envisage. An on-site wedding coordinator can oversee the festivities and offer guidance where required. The estate also provides parking, disabled facilities, and a helipad.
Cuisine
Couples can choose from three dining options for their celebratory meal at Escot House. A formal wedding breakfast is available with full waiting service for those seeking an attentive experience. Seated and standing buffets are also offered, with waiters passing canapes and appetizers to guests. The in-house catering team makes every meal with locally sourced produce and tasty ingredients. They are happy to accommodate guests with various dietary requirements and restrictions.
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Key Details
Capacity:
50 - 150Price from:
£66Details & FAQs
Venue type:
- In the country
- Stately home
- Historic
Ceremony options:
- Civil ceremony licence
Dining options:
- Seated meal facilities
- Corkage option
- Alcohol licence
- Buffet meal facilities
- In-house catering
Evening entertainment:
- Marquee available
- Dance floor
- Entertainment licence
- Live band facilities
- Evening reception facilities
- DJ facilities
- Outdoor fireworks permitted
Venue staff assistance:
- Wedding coordinator
Other features:
- Exclusive use
- Accessible facilities
- Car parking
- Helipad
- Confetti permitted