White Horse Inn, Mark

Nestled in the picturesque heart of rural Somerset, we are a family-run business with a venue that stands out for its unique charm and flexibility. Our pride and joy? Undoubtedly our expansive gardens, meticulously cared forwith love and dedication. There really are no better pub gardens around on a hot sunny day! We offer an exclusive venue for your day and specialise in crafting tailor-made, bespoke weddings that reflect you and your partner’s individual style and dreams. Every detail is customisable, ensuring that your special day is nothing short of perfect. Step into a relaxed atmosphere where stress is simply not on the menu. With decades of combined expertise in fine dining, hospitality, weddings and event management, the four family members that make-up the management team, bring a wealth of experience to the table—126 years’ worth, to be exact! Let us handle the logistics while you savour every moment. From start to finish, we will orchestrate your event seamlessly, ensuring that your wedding dayunfolds like clockwork. Entrust us with your vision, and we’ll ensure it’s brought to life! OUR OFFERINGS Exclusive Venue Hire: Enjoy the entire venue for your special day, ensuring privacy and a dedicated space for your celebration. Expert Staff: Our highly trained staff will be at your service, taking care of every detail to make your day unforgettable. Bar Options: Choose between a paying bar or setting up a tab to have a "paid" bar for your guests. Experienced Management in Weddings & Events: Benefit from our team's extensive experience in wedding and event planning, ensuring a seamless and memorable occasion. Flexible Venue: Our venue is adaptable to your needs, allowing you to personalise your event and create the atmosphere you desire. Tailored Bespoke Event: Your wedding is unique, and we'll work with you to create a personalised event that reflects your style and preferences. Half Day or Full Day Hire: Choose the timing that suits your celebration, whether you prefer a half-day (Morning to 5pm, or 3pm - late evening) or a full-day hire (Morning - late evening) toaccommodate your plans. Wedding License: Decide whether you want to include a wedding ceremony as part of your event, giving you the flexibility to design your day as you envision. Our wedding license covers indoor (capacity: 60 standing or 50 seated) and outdoors (capacity: 150 standing or seated). Dining: We’ve many dining options, from your traditional Roast lunch to buffets, BBQs & home cooked great pub food. With different options for Wedding Breakfast & Evening Food. Indoor Capacity Flexibility: A variety of different setups to accommodate your guests. For more intimate weddings, we can have one large rectangle table of up 26 guests or for larger weddings guests can be split onto separate tables we can accommodate 80 seated, with table filling the entirety of the pub across three semi-separate linked rooms. ?Outdoor Capacity Flexibility: Wanting that Festival wedding vibe, or just have a super large family? We have maximum outdoor capacity of 500 people, and you have the option to accommodate more than 150 guests for the evening buffet, allowing you to host a larger celebration if desired. ?Marquees: For outdoor weddings that require a ceremony for more than 60 guests, we highly recommend a marquee, canopy or awning for the ceremony in case of bad weather. We require marquee hire for all weddings with outdoor dining that requires seated tables. We have partnered with Abbas Marquees, a local family run marquee company supplying stunning structures for your day. ?We're proud to be an inclusive wedding venue, welcoming and celebrating weddings for all couples. ?We've also partnered with vendors such as marquee companies & bands for ease. ?Your dream wedding awaits, and we're here to make it a reality. VENUE INFORMATIONLocated approximately 10 miles from Bridgwater, 5 miles from Axbridge, and 4 miles from Highbridge, our venue is nestled in the historic village of Mark, Somerset, England. The village holds a rich history dating back to the 5th and 6th centuries, with the Mark Yeo River playing a crucial role in the region's development. The White Horse Inn, situated on the Abbots Causeway, has historical significance, initially being a one-roomed Cider House with a Victorian extension. Built on the site of the ancient High Hall of the Abbots of Glastonbury, it played a vital role in transporting goods and passengers via the Mark Yeo River. Today, the White Horse Inn is a quintessential English village inn with award-winning real ales and a delightful selection of small vineyard wines. Its diverse spaces, including the 'Parlour,' 'Lounge,' and 'Abbots Room,' cater to various preferences. The inn's focus on exceptional food is evident in its thoughtfully curated menus, prepared on-site with locally sourced ingredients.