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Price: £8,600 – £8,900
Guests: 80
Bedrooms: 6
Deals available: 1
Limited-Time Offers & Deals (1)
Description
Description
THE SETTING
Grade II listed Dunwood may be an important building historically, but it is the soul and character of the building that makes it special. Passed down four generations, it evokes both the grandeur of a castle and the intimacy of an Italian wine bar that only the locals know about.
Step outside, and you’ll stumble upon 5 acres of secluded gardens with beautifully manicured lawns, rockeries, pools and intricate spaces. You’ll discover a rose garden that makes for a unique wedding toast location and a 1920s art deco swimming pool that opens up one-of-a-kind photoshoot opportunities.
THE VIBE
A quirky and elegant country manor to call your own, Dunwood Hall is a fine example of Neo-Gothic architecture, recorded in Pevsner, built 1870-71 for Tomas Hulme, an “up-and-coming” Victorian from a local pottery town.
At Dunwood, your wedding is an intimate and personal experience. They’re not interested in creating a production line where one couple walks out of the revolving door as another enters. They believe your day should be full of magic, stress-free and above all, fun for everyone involved. That’s why they only invite a select number of couples each year to get married at Dunwood, so they can give each one the attention it deserves.
They can give you exclusive use of their home for a long weekend. This gives you time to relax and to review and amend any final touches. It also provides the team with an opportunity to help out, serve cups of tea and get to know you and your guests.
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: Erika
Firstly, a huge congratulations to you both!
We recognise this is one of the happiest times of your life, with a journey of planning and celebration ahead. it is important to ensure you choose a venue that can offer all that you wish for.
At Dunwood Hall, we have over decade of experience hosting grand but intimate weddings inc. long weekends. We understand every wedding is 'unique' and believe your day should reflect your wishes and expectations and be a day to cherish and remember. xx
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2000
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
7
Overview of Dunwood Hall Estate
Wedding Venue Type
Country House / Manor House
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
80
Reception Capacity
110
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
6
Sleeps No. of People
12
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Pricing for Dunwood Hall Estate
Pricing for Dunwood Hall Estate
What's Included?
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Day before set up available
Couple accommodation included
External caterers not permitted
Furniture included
Guest accommodation included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Exclusive use of the venue for 48 Hr (from Friday midday till Sunday midday), plus 2 nights accommodation for up to 12 people.
Wedding coordinator, 1-2-1 planning sessions, centerpieces and many more
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- SShenali and Warwick11/06/2023Having our wedding at Dunwood Hall was such a dream ❤️Having our wedding at Dunwood Hall was such a dream ❤️After viewing about 30 venues Dunwood Hall finally gave us that feeling of "we've found the one!". It really stood out to us, not only because of the absolutely stunning architecture of the building and the grounds (which is evident from the photos alone) but the warmth that Erika and Brodie showed us from our very first viewing. From the moment we first visited the venue we were made to feel so welcome. Erika and Brodie made every effort to take time to show us around, took so much personal interest in our wedding plans and just gave us such a feeling that we would be in really good hands - and we were! They really made our wedding planning experience the so enjoyable, and were on board and excited by our ideas, and had some amazing suggestions too to make our wedding feel unique. They were even open to helping us host our wedding breakfast outside which was a challenge considering the possibility of bad weather and a first time for them too! They even went the extra mile to get a new canopy fitted just in case it rained which was so sweet! On the day before the wedding and the day itself they were on hand to help out, making sure everything was going smoothly and liaising with the suppliers. We felt like we had such a brilliant team of people around us which made us feel even more at ease :) As for the venue, you don't need to look far to see how absolutely stunning it is! The gothic architecture, roaring fires and quirky interior makes you feel like your in another world! It's just so unique and different - if you're looking for a non cookie cutter wedding then this is the place for you. As well as the amazing venue and service, the wedding accommodation was also just perfect - the honeymoon suite was so beautifully and elegantly decorated, and the living room and kitchen area shared with the bridemaids was exactly what we needed! There was so much space to get ready in and to have a small after party in, and a really well equipped kitchen which was great. We felt so at home there. We'd highly recommend Dunwood hall as a wedding venue, it's stunning in every way and Erika and Brodie really went above and beyond to support us throughout the process. We can't wait to return again soon for a visit! Dunwood Hall feels like a home away from home for us now ❤️After viewing about 30 venues Dunwood Hall finally gave us that feeling of "we've found the one!". It really stood out to us, not only because of the absolutely stunning architecture of the building and the grounds (which is evident from the photos alone) but the warmth that Erika and Brodie showed us from our very first viewing. From the moment we first visited the venue we were made to feel so welcome. Erika and Brodie made every effort to take time to show us around, took so much personal interest in our wedding plans and just gave us such a feeling that we would be in really good hands - and we were! They really made our wedding planning experience the so enjoyable, and were on board and excited by our ideas, and had some amazing suggestions too to make our wedding feel unique. They were even open to helping us host our wedding breakfast outside which was a challenge considering the possibility of bad weather and a first time for them too! They even went the extra mile to get a new canopy fitted just in case it rained which was so sweet! On the day before the wedding and the day itself they were on hand to help out, making sure everything was going smoothly and liaising with the suppliers. We felt like we had such a brilliant team of people around us which made us feel even more at ease :) As for the venue, you don't need to look far to see how absolutely stunning it is! The gothic architecture, roaring fires and quirky interior makes you feel like your in another world! It's just so unique and different - if you're looking for a non cookie cutter wedding then this is the place for you. As well as the amazing venue and service, the wedding accommodation was also just perfect - the honeymoon suite was so beautifully and elegantly decorated, and the living room and kitchen area shared with the bridemaids was exactly what we needed! There was so much space to get ready in and to have a small after party in, and a really well equipped kitchen which was great. We felt so at home there. We'd highly recommend Dunwood hall as a wedding venue, it's stunning in every way and Erika and Brodie really went above and beyond to support us throughout the process. We can't wait to return again soon for a visit! Dunwood Hall feels like a home away from home for us now ❤️
- MMelissa & Mia McKinlay11/09/2022It’s only forever…It’s only forever…“It’s only forever”…for this very reason it was important for us to find a venue which reflected us and what we are about. Dunwood Hall surpassed all expectations. Our wedding ceremony and celebrations were absolutely perfect. So many guests commented that it was the best wedding they’d ever been to; it all felt so relaxed, intimate and filled with love. Everything we dreamed of was accommodated - to the finest of personalised details. This is not a run-of-the-mill venue; it is a beautiful, neo-gothic family home which gives guests a luxurious and unique experience for a few lucky couples each year. The house and grounds are stunning- quirky, unique and intimate with acres of fields, and numerous garden areas to explore, alongside a fresh water swimming pool. Multiple indoor areas allowed our friends and family to mingle, dance or chill as they wished. Moving between the sunny orangery, outdoor terrace lounge, dining room, opulent hallway bar with grand piano, music room and the cosy snug with open fire. Erika and Brodie are wonderful hosts, We were encouraged to do things our way rather than worrying about what others expected or what tradition dictates. This ultimately resulted in a wedding which was so meaningful to us, surrounded by the people we wanted to celebrate with. Trust in Erika and Brodie’s experience and advice. They know what works and what doesn’t. Our experience was fully bespoke with ongoing support throughout a year of meticulous planning as well as during our wonderful weekend of love and fun. Erika and Brodie’s attention to detail, friendly comms and wicked sense of humour meant that they became an integral part of our weekend; chatting and celebrating alongside us all, whilst somehow also ensuring the smooth running of events at the same time. That is no mean feat; they are incredible! As a dog-friendly venue it was a joy to have our cavachon as ring-bearer and our friend’s little yorkies as pooch-maids, complete with flower garland collars. Resident doggos, Chisel and Lourdie, were perfect hosts too and even guided some guests to the orangery for the ceremony as they arrived! We recommend booking the venue and on-site accommodation for the entire weekend (Friday to Sunday) as we did. This allowed us time to give 10 of our guests a weekend away whilst also settling in and getting organised well in advance so the wedding day itself was completely stress free. The newly refurbished on-site accommodation is gorgeous! Especially the Bridal suite, with far reaching views of the local hills, an en-suite featuring a roll top bath, and the most beautiful toilet we’ve ever seen! 🤣 As an LGBTQ couple, it was also important for us to choose an inclusive venue where we would be understood and welcomed with open arms. We felt 100% comfortable to be ourselves; allowing us to fully enjoy an amazing and magical experience.“It’s only forever”…for this very reason it was important for us to find a venue which reflected us and what we are about. Dunwood Hall surpassed all expectations. Our wedding ceremony and celebrations were absolutely perfect. So many guests commented that it was the best wedding they’d ever been to; it all felt so relaxed, intimate and filled with love. Everything we dreamed of was accommodated - to the finest of personalised details. This is not a run-of-the-mill venue; it is a beautiful, neo-gothic family home which gives guests a luxurious and unique experience for a few lucky couples each year. The house and grounds are stunning- quirky, unique and intimate with acres of fields, and numerous garden areas to explore, alongside a fresh water swimming pool. Multiple indoor areas allowed our friends and family to mingle, dance or chill as they wished. Moving between the sunny orangery, outdoor terrace lounge, dining room, opulent hallway bar with grand piano, music room and the cosy snug with open fire. Erika and Brodie are wonderful hosts, We were encouraged to do things our way rather than worrying about what others expected or what tradition dictates. This ultimately resulted in a wedding which was so meaningful to us, surrounded by the people we wanted to celebrate with. Trust in Erika and Brodie’s experience and advice. They know what works and what doesn’t. Our experience was fully bespoke with ongoing support throughout a year of meticulous planning as well as during our wonderful weekend of love and fun. Erika and Brodie’s attention to detail, friendly comms and wicked sense of humour meant that they became an integral part of our weekend; chatting and celebrating alongside us all, whilst somehow also ensuring the smooth running of events at the same time. That is no mean feat; they are incredible! As a dog-friendly venue it was a joy to have our cavachon as ring-bearer and our friend’s little yorkies as pooch-maids, complete with flower garland collars. Resident doggos, Chisel and Lourdie, were perfect hosts too and even guided some guests to the orangery for the ceremony as they arrived! We recommend booking the venue and on-site accommodation for the entire weekend (Friday to Sunday) as we did. This allowed us time to give 10 of our guests a weekend away whilst also settling in and getting organised well in advance so the wedding day itself was completely stress free. The newly refurbished on-site accommodation is gorgeous! Especially the Bridal suite, with far reaching views of the local hills, an en-suite featuring a roll top bath, and the most beautiful toilet we’ve ever seen! 🤣 As an LGBTQ couple, it was also important for us to choose an inclusive venue where we would be understood and welcomed with open arms. We felt 100% comfortable to be ourselves; allowing us to fully enjoy an amazing and magical experience.
- LLidia Sendeha29/10/2021Grounds are unbelievable & accommodationsGrounds are unbelievable & accommodationsAttended a wedding at Dunwood Hall. Beautiful place, wonderful hosts. Grounds are unbelievable. We were able to stay there overnight. Had the most amazing time.Attended a wedding at Dunwood Hall. Beautiful place, wonderful hosts. Grounds are unbelievable. We were able to stay there overnight. Had the most amazing time.
- TThe Third Eye Photography29/10/2021Very Professional and HelpfulVery Professional and HelpfulI recently visited Dunwood Hall as a photographer. I approached the Kemp-Lovett family to ask if I possibly use the hall as a location for a styled shoot. They were more than accommodating and opened their home to us. So very professional and helpful. Myself and the other suppliers involved in the shoot all said what great hosts they were and such nice people. The House itself is nothing short of majestic, beautifully decorated throughout and the grounds were gorgeous. I really hope I get to work there again in the future. A fantastic, family run business.I recently visited Dunwood Hall as a photographer. I approached the Kemp-Lovett family to ask if I possibly use the hall as a location for a styled shoot. They were more than accommodating and opened their home to us. So very professional and helpful. Myself and the other suppliers involved in the shoot all said what great hosts they were and such nice people. The House itself is nothing short of majestic, beautifully decorated throughout and the grounds were gorgeous. I really hope I get to work there again in the future. A fantastic, family run business.
- TTracey Mazi29/10/2021The Perfect HostsThe Perfect HostsBeautiful & tranquil the estate will meet all your expectations. The Kemp-Lovatts are the perfect hosts. We had the pleasure of attending a wedding at the Dunwood Hall Estate... would highly recommend!Beautiful & tranquil the estate will meet all your expectations. The Kemp-Lovatts are the perfect hosts. We had the pleasure of attending a wedding at the Dunwood Hall Estate... would highly recommend!
- TTom & Chelsea29/10/2021Perfect Intimate VenuePerfect Intimate VenueWe chose Dunwood Hall for our wedding because of its gothic charm and quaint styling. It was the perfect intimate venue for what we wanted and still catered for a large party in the evening. It complimented our style superbly and really gave the retro/vintage feel that we wanted. As a venue it is a little different comprising of numerous intimate and enchanting rooms off the main hall. People would slink away and have quiet drinks or mingle in a busy atmosphere. The gardens are beautiful, again with numerous little pockets of gorgeousness which were perfect for photos. It is definitely a venue with the wow factor whilst keeping its composure and charm for a bespoke and truly magical day. We would absolutely recommend!We chose Dunwood Hall for our wedding because of its gothic charm and quaint styling. It was the perfect intimate venue for what we wanted and still catered for a large party in the evening. It complimented our style superbly and really gave the retro/vintage feel that we wanted. As a venue it is a little different comprising of numerous intimate and enchanting rooms off the main hall. People would slink away and have quiet drinks or mingle in a busy atmosphere. The gardens are beautiful, again with numerous little pockets of gorgeousness which were perfect for photos. It is definitely a venue with the wow factor whilst keeping its composure and charm for a bespoke and truly magical day. We would absolutely recommend!
Location & Contact Details for Dunwood Hall Estate
Location & Contact Details for Dunwood Hall Estate
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What makes Dunwood Hall Estate a unique wedding venue?
Dunwood Hall Estate combines historical grandeur as a Grade II listed Neo-Gothic building with intimate, character-filled spaces reminiscent of an Italian wine bar. Its secluded 5-acre gardens, rose garden for wedding toasts, and a 1920s art deco swimming pool create unique and picturesque settings perfect for weddings.
Where is Dunwood Hall Estate located?
Dunwood Hall Estate is situated in Staffordshire at ST9 9AR, Stoke-On-Trent, England, GB, providing a charming countryside setting for your wedding day.
Can couples have exclusive use of Dunwood Hall Estate for their wedding?
Yes, the venue offers exclusive use of the entire estate for a long weekend. This allows couples to relax, make final adjustments to their plans, and enjoy quality time with their guests without interruptions.
How many weddings does Dunwood Hall Estate host each year?
Dunwood Hall Estate limits the number of weddings each year to ensure personal attention and a magical, stress-free experience for every couple and their guests.
What architectural style is Dunwood Hall Estate known for?
The estate is a fine example of Neo-Gothic architecture, built in 1870-71 by Tomas Hulme. Its grandeur is both historically significant and visually striking for wedding celebrations.
What outdoor spaces are available for wedding ceremonies or photo opportunities?
The venue features beautifully manicured lawns, rockeries, pools, a unique rose garden perfect for wedding toasts, and a 1920s art deco swimming pool ideal for one-of-a-kind photoshoots.
Does Dunwood Hall Estate provide a stress-free and fun wedding experience?
Absolutely. The venue emphasizes an intimate and personal wedding experience that is magical, stress-free, and enjoyable for all involved, with dedicated staff ensuring smooth coordination.
What historic significance does Dunwood Hall Estate hold?
As a Grade II listed building passed down through four generations, Dunwood Hall holds historical importance and embodies the character and soul of its era, making it a meaningful wedding location.
Is Dunwood Hall Estate suitable for intimate weddings?
Yes, the estate is designed for intimate and personal weddings, not mass-produced events. Its size and style create a cozy, elegant atmosphere ideal for close family and friends.
What kind of support can wedding couples expect from the Dunwood Hall Estate team?
Couples can expect attentive and personalized support, including help with final touches, serving refreshments like cups of tea, and getting acquainted with guests to enhance the overall wedding experience.
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