Bury St Edmunds is often described as the “Jewel in the Crown of Suffolk”. This beautiful town combines a history that can be traced back over 1,000 years with easy access to award-winning dining and hospitality. The town is acknowledged as the ‘foodie’ capital of Suffolk, with Michelin-starred and award-winning restaurants to suit all tastes and pockets. It’s easily accessible from all directions, just off the A14, with links to London via the M11 and the Midlands via the A1. There’s a wide selection of hotels within walking distance of the venue – a perfect place for guests to stay and explore.
The Guildhall is part of the closely woven history of Bury St Edmunds in the preserved Medieval Grid. This beautiful Grade 1 listed venue dates to the mid-1100s and is the oldest continuously used civic building in Britain. It’s also home to the only surviving World War Two Royal Observer Corps Operations Room in the country. It offers a choice of unique spaces for your wedding day: Georgian Banqueting Hall, oak-panelled Court Room or the walled gardens (or even the Ops Room).
The versatility of this venue is not to be underestimated. It’s equally suited to intimate elopement ceremonies or full wedding days for up to 80 people for the ceremony and sit-down reception and 120 for an evening party. For elopement or small ceremonies, the Robing Room offers an intimate space for up to 12 guests. The Guildhall has an on-site catering kitchen which gives you the freedom to choose a caterer to suit your tastes and budget. You also have the flexibility to choose your preferred suppliers for all aspects of your special day (entertainers, florists, prop hire. etc.). If you need a helping hand, we would be happy to make recommendations and can provide a fully stocked and staffed bar.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2018
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
4
Overview of Bury St Edmunds Guildhall
Venue Type
Event Venue
Dining Capacity
80
Reception Capacity
120
Usual Access Time
09:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 AM
Late Night Extension
Yes
Ceremony & Reception
Church Within Walking Distance
Dancefloor Available
Confetti Permitted
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Wedding Licence
Venue
Ballroom
Disabled Access
Landscaped Gardens
Grade I/II Listed Building
Bridal Changing Facilities
Exclusive Use
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator
WWII Royal Observer Corps Ops Room onsite that can be opened if required
Food and Drink
Alcohol Licence
External Catering Permitted
In-House Wine List
Full licensed bar facility. One off charge for supplying your own drinks
By Car + Parking
There is on street parking on Guildhall Street and surrounding roads, including Angel Hill, Churchgate Street and Whiting Street (charges vary). Designated disabled parking spaces are located on these streets, which are free for Blue Badge Holders for an unlimited time period.
Public car parks are available at:
Arc-Cattlemarket
IP33 3DG
8am-6pm
Ram Meadow
IP33 1XP
8am – 10pm
St Andrews
IP33 1TZ
8am – 6pm
Parkway multi-storey
IP33 3BA
8am – 6pm