Description
A Perfect Mix of Historic Charm and Modern Style in Newbury
Located in the heart of Newbury’s historic market town, The Chequers Hotel is an exceptional choice for your wedding day. This Grade II listed 18th-century coaching inn beautifully combines its rich heritage with stylish, contemporary boutique interiors. You’ll enjoy a unique and memorable atmosphere that blends the best of both worlds. Plus, its central location means you’re close to town conveniences while still being near the stunning Berkshire countryside.
Flexible Spaces for Your Ceremony and Reception
The Chequers Hotel is fully licensed for civil ceremonies, so you can celebrate your entire wedding day in one convenient place. Choose from elegant function rooms tailored to your guest list and style:
- The Garden Room: Perfect for civil ceremonies with up to 100 guests.
- The Carnarvon Room: A more intimate space for up to 55 guests.
For your reception, the hotel can comfortably host up to 80 guests seated or 150 guests for a standing buffet, giving you plenty of options to create the perfect celebration.
Personalized Wedding Packages to Simplify Your Planning
Every wedding is unique, and The Chequers’ experienced team is here to help you every step of the way. They offer a variety of tailored wedding packages—like the Ruby, Pearl, and Diamond options—that take the stress out of planning. These packages typically include:
- Function room hire
- Arrival drinks
- A delicious three-course wedding breakfast
- Wine and sparkling wine for toasts
- Evening food
The hotel’s culinary team is renowned for creating memorable dining experiences that you and your guests will love.
Comfortable Accommodation for You and Your Guests
With 56 en-suite bedrooms on-site, your guests can relax and enjoy the celebrations without worrying about travel. Highlights include a luxurious Bridal Suite and a deluxe Four Poster Suite, all equipped with modern amenities for a comfortable stay. The hotel also features a cozy bar, a beautiful garden, and its own restaurant—perfect spots for your guests to unwind throughout your wedding weekend.
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Reviews (2)
- TTed and Cherrie06/02/2023Can we do it all again next year? YES, please!Can we do it all again next year? YES, please!We had the most amazing time. The whole day went completely to plan, the staff were very attentive, doing any and every little detail that we asked for. Ourselves, and our guests, were thrilled with a day full of lovely rooms and decor, excellent food and drinks all served with cheerful, friendly staff. The wedding breakfast was superb, served hot and in abundance. The bedrooms were spotless, spacious and very comfortable. The Honeymoon Suite is fabulous!We had the most amazing time. The whole day went completely to plan, the staff were very attentive, doing any and every little detail that we asked for. Ourselves, and our guests, were thrilled with a day full of lovely rooms and decor, excellent food and drinks all served with cheerful, friendly staff. The wedding breakfast was superb, served hot and in abundance. The bedrooms were spotless, spacious and very comfortable. The Honeymoon Suite is fabulous!
- LLouise and Dan06/02/2023Biggest thank youBiggest thank youHi Antia and team, Just to say the biggest thank you for helping make our day so amazing yesterday. From start to finish you have been incredible, nothing was too much trouble and you have a really great team there. We didn’t catch his name (possibly Andrea) he was a god send, so helpful, so friendly and so hard working. All reception staff were helpful, friendly and welcoming. Everyone said what an amazing venue it is. Again, thank you so very much. Louise & Dan xHi Antia and team, Just to say the biggest thank you for helping make our day so amazing yesterday. From start to finish you have been incredible, nothing was too much trouble and you have a really great team there. We didn’t catch his name (possibly Andrea) he was a god send, so helpful, so friendly and so hard working. All reception staff were helpful, friendly and welcoming. Everyone said what an amazing venue it is. Again, thank you so very much. Louise & Dan x
Location & Contact Details for Chequers Hotel
Where is The Chequers Hotel located for weddings?
The Chequers Hotel is located in the heart of Newbury’s historic market town, Berkshire, England, with the postcode RG14 1JB. Its central location offers easy access to town conveniences and proximity to the beautiful Berkshire countryside.
Is The Chequers Hotel licensed to host civil wedding ceremonies?
Yes, The Chequers Hotel is fully licensed to host civil wedding ceremonies, allowing you to celebrate both your ceremony and reception conveniently at one beautiful venue.
What ceremony rooms are available at The Chequers Hotel?
The Chequers Hotel offers two elegant function rooms for ceremonies:
- The Garden Room: Suitable for civil ceremonies with up to 100 guests.
- The Carnarvon Room: A more intimate space for up to 55 guests.
How many guests can The Chequers Hotel accommodate for a wedding reception?
The venue can host up to 80 guests seated comfortably for a wedding breakfast, or up to 150 guests for a standing buffet style reception, providing flexible options to fit your celebration style.
What types of wedding packages does The Chequers Hotel offer?
The Chequers Hotel offers personalized wedding packages such as Ruby, Pearl, and Diamond options. These packages typically include:
- Function room hire
- Arrival drinks
- A delicious three-course wedding breakfast
- Wine and sparkling wine for toasts
- Evening food
Each package is tailored to simplify planning and create a memorable event.
Does The Chequers Hotel provide catering and dining services for weddings?
Yes, the hotel's culinary team is renowned for delivering memorable dining experiences. They provide a delicious three-course wedding breakfast, toast drinks, and evening food as part of their wedding packages to delight you and your guests.
Are there accommodation options available at The Chequers Hotel for wedding guests?
The Chequers Hotel features 56 en-suite bedrooms on-site, including a luxurious Bridal Suite and a deluxe Four Poster Suite. This allows you and your guests to relax and enjoy the celebrations without travel concerns.
What amenities are available at The Chequers Hotel during the wedding weekend?
The hotel offers a cozy bar, a beautiful garden, and its own restaurant, providing perfect spots for guests to unwind and socialize throughout your wedding weekend.
Can The Chequers Hotel accommodate both large and intimate weddings?
Absolutely. The Chequers Hotel's flexible function rooms can host intimate weddings in the Carnarvon Room (up to 55 guests) or larger ceremonies in the Garden Room (up to 100 guests), with reception options for up to 150 guests, catering to a variety of wedding sizes.
What is the style and atmosphere like at The Chequers Hotel for weddings?
The Chequers Hotel perfectly blends historic charm as an 18th-century Grade II listed coaching inn with stylish, contemporary boutique interiors. This unique combination creates a memorable and elegant atmosphere ideal for your wedding day.
