Starting your future with the enchantment of the past; In the heart of Exeter, the historic Guildhall has been the centrepiece of Exeter's civic life for 800 years. Bursting with history, the Guildhall has received royalty, dignitaries and now your Ceremony can be added to the list! Step through the ancient oak doors into the Opulent Great Hall, adding a majestic feeling to your day with its brass chandelier, rich coloured stain glass and intricate panelling. The Great Hall is perfect for large weddings, and can accommodate up to 75 guests. If you are looking for a more intimate ceremony why not walk down the aisle in our Jury Room, with walls lined with 17th-century panelling, the Jury Room can host weddings of up to 35 whilst still providing all the grandeur of a larger wedding. From civil partnerships, "tying the knot" to renewing your vows you have come to the right venue. So why not add your story to the record books and become part of the Guildhalls history.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Nicola Stewart

Congratulations on your engagement, what an exciting time this is for you both! The Guildhall Mace Sergeants and I love nothing more than helping you with your special day, taking any stress away to give you the most perfectly tailored experience . From cosy quirky ceremonies, to the grandest of days we work with you to ensure your wedding is bespoke , your wishes are fulfilled and your day is how you dreamed it would be.

Experience

Year Business Was Established

2012

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

Overview of Guildhall, Exeter

Venue Type

Town Hall

Registry Office

Reception Capacity

Usual Access Time

08:00 AM

Usual Finish Time

06:00 PM

Late Night Extension

Yes

Ceremony & Reception

Sound System Available

Church Within Walking Distance

Wedding Licence

Venue

City View

Grade I/II Listed Building

Exclusive Use

In-House Wedding Coordinator

Disabled Access

Bridal Changing Facilities

Food and Drink

External Catering Permitted

Alcohol Licence

No Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

Pricing for Guildhall, Exeter

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At

£360

Maximum Price

£900

Packages
(total price)

Prices Start At

£360

Maximum Price

£900

The Great Hall – Our Opulent Great Hall can cater for large ceremonies of up to 80 people, and is available to hire for 3 hours ( 10am-2pm or 2-5pm – other timings will be considered). The Great Hall is available at £780. The Jury Room – Our Jury Room is perfect for intimate ceremonies of up to 35 – lending a impressive feel with its wood panelling. The Jury room is available at £360.

Reviews for Guildhall, Exeter
(4)

Cordelia & Georgina

Happy couple married in January

February 2022

Everything was so seamless

"Happy New Year! George and I want to say a big thank you for helping to make our wedding so special. The Guildhall looked beautiful and everything was so seamless, so thank you so very much"

Stephanie & Will

Happy couple married in September

February 2022

We had the most wonderful day and we are so gratef

We just wanted to say a huge thank you to you and the rest of the Guildhall team for our wonderful wedding on Saturday. We had the most wonderful day and we are so grateful to you and the team for everything you did in the run up and on the day to make it perfect. Thank you so much again, and if you ever need a couple to write a testimonial or review for you please do let us know as we would be happy to share how excellent our experience has been!

Anon

Happy couple married in June

June 2018

Fantastic Day

We had the most fantastic day, everything went brilliantly. In the run up to our wedding we can honestly say that Abbie was fantastic, always on the end of the phone or an email answering all questions and giving great advice. The venue is beautiful, full of history. Thank you to Abbie and staff from the Guildhall

Anon

Happy couple married in October

February 2018

Fantastic Day

What a fantastic service, professional, friendly and reliable. Abbie's communication skills are great, she always replied to emails in a timely manner and answered our queries. On our wedding day all the staff were friendly and welcoming. It was reassuring to know that Abbie was there to ensure that everything ran smoothly. Thank you.

Location & Contact Details for Guildhall, Exeter

Wedding Venue Address

High Street, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3EB, England, United Kingdom

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Describe the best wedding that happened at Guildhall, Exeter?

This is such a tricky one as every wedding is so special and unique, I think helping couples to get married through the pandemic has been very special and humbling, true love really does conquer all!

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Try not to worry, as hard as it may be! Everything will come together in the end, and the little things will all fall into place - enjoy the build-up!

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

The song choices, and the readings always so varied and often unexpected but knowing that each means so much to the couple is wonderful.

Describe Guildhall, Exeter in 5 adjectives

Historic, Welcoming, Vibrant, Warm, Majestic

Where’s the best photo spot at Guildhall, Exeter?

The Door into the Great Hall provides a great backdrop for wedding photo's, but there are so many wonderful features of the building that lend themselves perfectly to unique and romantic photographic opportunities. One of my other favourites is the balcony in our Great Hall, you can get some lovely pictures of all your guests looking up at yourselves waving down. This year we are looking forward to our ancient prison cells at the back of the building be accessed for some really fun photos!

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Guildhall, Exeter?

Every guest is a celebrity in our eyes!

What’s your favourite canapé?

Goats cheese with pear .

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

A sneaky hand made chocolate truffle - well if hotels can leave one on the pillow it must be ok?

What is Guildhall, Exeter most unique feature?

The Building itself! The Guildhall is nearly 900 years old and as soon as you walk under it's granite portico and step through the peacock oak door, the magical majesty of it's rich history envelops you warmly. But if I have to be pushed, the Lord Mayor's Parlour, grandly located in the portico wing, with the Lord Mayors carved oak desk taking centre stage is quite the head turner. With special permission we do allow our Couples a photo opportunity there!

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Ensuring each couple can express their individuality in their wedding plans. We are so flexible as we want to ensure every wedding is about the couple, not the venue, not the staff, we are exceptionally discreet on the day, allowing our couples, their family and friends, to feel completely at home and relaxed to enjoy such a momentous occasion. The Mace Sergeants of Exeter's Historic Guildhall are so proud of the work they do, nothing is too much trouble. Our couples are always our focus and priority.

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