Enjoy an unforgettable day in our traditional marquee set within the beautiful grounds of Abbot’s Hall, located at the Museum of East Anglian Life in Stowmarket, Suffolk. Overlooking woodland, lawns, a walled garden and an orangery, the setting offers many unique photographic opportunities, creating the perfect mood for a wedding to share with your loved ones. Abbot's Hall Weddings are also licensed to hold civil ceremonies on site.
Facilities and capacity
Celebrate your wedding there and have access to the grand lawn, traditional high tensile marquee, enchanting walled garden and the orangery. The fabulous, heated marquee can accommodate up to 180 seated guests for a formal wedding breakfast and is perfect for a relaxed evening celebration with acoustic music or a ceilidh. You have the option to extend your celebrations to the 13th-century barn, which still maintains its rural feel.
Services offered
Experienced, award-winning Suffolk wedding planner Marie Clarke is on hand to help create your dream wedding, ensuring that all the details meet your requirements and help you enjoy the benefits of this unique venue. Also, this venue has a list of recommended reliable wedding suppliers who they know will guarantee your day is as special and smooth-running as possible.
Location
Conveniently located in the heart of Stowmarket, Abbot’s Hall is just a five-minute walk from the town’s beautiful churches and registry office; however, the location offers the seclusion and privacy of a countryside wedding.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2015
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
Overview of Abbot's Hall Weddings
Venue Type
Museum
Attraction
Dining Capacity
160
Reception Capacity
180
Usual Access Time
08:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 PM
Ceremony & Reception
Church Within Walking Distance
Dancefloor Available
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Confetti Permitted
Wedding Licence
Venue
Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Marquee Permitted
Pet Friendly
Disabled Access
Grade I/II Listed Building
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator
Food and Drink
In-house Catering
No Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
Alcohol Licence
Pricing for Abbot's Hall Weddings
Venue Hire Only
Prices Start At
£3,400
Maximum Price
£3,900
Marquee for your daytime reception and the barn for your evening reception. Private use of the back lawns of Abbots Hall during your daytime reception. The use of our tables and chairs.
Set up day the day before the wedding until midday the day after the wedding for cleardown.