Description
Newstead Abbey is a historic wedding venue located in Nottinghamshire. Once the home of the Romantic poet Lord Byron, this property is steeped in romantic charm. The priory originally built in the 12th century is now a hidden gem in the Nottinghamshire countryside. Open March - October for weddings, the Abbey is a unique and unforgettable setting for couples who love history, literature or architecture. Newstead Abbey & Gardens is the venue that you can visit time and time again; for your first date, surprise engagement, wedding day and fun days out with your growing family.We are delighted to offer a variety of options for your big day with ideal locations for your ceremony, photographs, pre-reception drinks and reception. The distinctive rooms provide the perfect backdrop whilst the beautiful gardens, offer atruly picturesque setting for your special day. Facilities and Capacity The atmospheric cloisters are a beuatiful space to welcome your guests on arrival as well as being a part of the aisle walk leading to the light-filled Orangery. This ceremony space has a large crystal chandelier and majestic windows that look out over the formal gardens. After tying the knot, you can enjoy refreshments in the Garden room & French Garden. These Victorian spaces are quintessentially English Cottage Garden in floral design, all of which can be used in photographs with loved ones. Here, you may even glimpse the estate's friendly peacocks. After the drinks reception, retire to the West Front Suite for your Wedding Breakfast & Evening Reception. A contemporary space with an historic feel. This charming room has wonderful acoustics for speeches and live music making it ideal for your evening wedding reception. The Cannon Fort Bar Room boasts views over the Upper Lake and Waterfall, along with the Cascade Room and Courtyard, your guests can relax with a drink during your evening reception and admire the beauty of the Abbey at sunset. Services Offered Newstead Abbey has a stunning interior but is also an ideal location for marquee and tent weddings. You can set up a marquee on the lawns in the warm summer months. In addition, there is a chapel on the premises to use for religious ceremonies.
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Key Details
Capacity:
2 - 120Price from:
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Details & FAQs
Venue type:
- In the country
- Stately home
- Historic
- Marquees and tents
- Church
Ceremony options:
- Chapel or temple on-site
- Civil ceremony licence
- Religious ceremony license
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
Overnight accommodation:
- Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Venue staff assistance:
- Wedding coordinator
Other features:
- Car parking
- Confetti permitted