Hatfield House

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£8,000 - £16,000 for Venue Hire
Up to 250
Bedrooms
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Description

The magnificent Tudor Old Palace, built in 1485, was the childhood home of Elizabeth I and where she held her first Council of State. It is one of the foremost examples of mediaeval brickwork in the country, and with its original wood beams, your guests will be surrounded in history. The stunning and open Knot Garden is attached to the Old Palace and provides the most picturesque wedding photos. The Raised Lawn is perfect for outdoor blessings, drinks receptions, and lawn games, with breath-taking views of Hatfield House. The Old Palace can accommodate large weddings on long or round banqueting tables, and space for a DJ and dancefloor. Our large bar is attached to the room and is the perfect space to add additional entertainment such as photobooths. The Riding School blends historic features with modern architecture to offer a contemporary alternative. Located in the Stable Yard, its origin was to accommodate the horses and families motor cars. In 2010 the Riding School was transformed into what it is today. Its glass roof allows the room to be flooded with natural daylight, and the mezzanine level adds versatile characteristics to this venue. The Riding School can also be hired out in conjunction with the Old Palace. The Old Palace and Riding School are licensed for civil ceremonies, have ample free parking and direct train links with Hatfield Station adjacent to Hatfield Park. Hatfield House is a renowned filming location for blockbuster hits such as Lara Croft, Batman Begins, and Harry Potter and Netflix productions such as The Crown and Bridgerton.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Verity
Hello, Congratulations on your engagement and thank you for considering Hatfield Park as the venue for your special day. We are thrilled that you are interested in our historic and enchanting venue for your wedding and can't wait to be a part of it!

Experience

Year Business Was Established
1485
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
4

Overview of Hatfield House

Wedding Venue Type
Stately Home
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
250
Reception Capacity
300

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance
Sound System Available
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Wedding Venue Details

Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Bridal Changing Facilities
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Wedding Catering

External Catering Permitted
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-House Wine List
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Cultural Specialists

Jewish Wedding Specialist
Muslim Wedding Specialist
Asian Wedding Specialist
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Pricing for Hatfield House

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£8,000
Maximum Price
£16,000
Dry hire pricing of the Old Palace starts from £16,000 +VAT Dry hire pricing of the Riding School starts from £8,000 +VAT
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Furniture included
Choice of preferred caterers

Packages
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£180
Maximum Price
£300
Minimum Number of Guests
80
Dedicated event planner & event manager Two glasses of prosecco on arrival Fruit infused hydration station during drinks reception Three course wedding breakfast with coffee & chocolates ½ bottle of house wine Iced water on tables A glass of prosecco for the toast Floating light canopy & fairy lights
What is included in this pricing:
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest
Furniture included
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Multiple course wedding breakfast

Reviews for Hatfield House
(24)

Elizabeth Burch
Happy couple married in August
November 2024
Amazing venue but management needs improving

Hatfield House Old Palace is an absolutely beautiful location, my guests were blown away by the palace itself and the gardens - on the day everything was very smooth. The history of Hatfield has great significance to me so I wouldn't have wanted our reception to be anywhere else. However, the management of the venue changed hands during our wedding planning process and at first we had a coordinator that replied quickly and was very helpful - although did overpromise on certain points - but once she left and we were handed over to the new company, the communication was terrible. I would send emails and not ever get a reply particularly on key points like booking our food tasting - in the end I had to call up Hatfield several times to organise it. For the amount on money we spent on the venue, you really do expect more. Food was good but not outstanding. All in all I wouldn't have changed a single thing about the day but Hatfield Hospitality need to step up.

Amy & Matt
Wedding: August
October 2024
It was perfect, we could not have asked for more

I would like to thank you, and the rest of your team for a fantastic wedding party last Friday. It could not have gone any better. The venue was perfect, the food was incredible, and your staff were brilliant. We could not have asked for more. Our guests kept coming up to us to say that it was the best wedding they have been to, which I totally agree. I would also just like to thank you personally for all your help and professionalism in the lead up and on the day.

Becky & Iain
Happy couple married in July
October 2024
Stress-free wedding

Me and Iain wanted to say a huge thank you for all the work you put in to making our day so special, we had such a brilliant time, and it was very stress-free thanks to your hard work before and during the day!

Lucy & Will
Wedding: April
October 2024
Simply Perfect!

William and Lucy’s wedding day on 23 March was a splendid occasion, made extra special by the welcome and superb hospitality we all enjoyed at Hatfield House. It was clear to me just how much effort had been put into the organisation, table layout and pre-wedding day preparations, all of which combined to make the day simply perfect. To you all at Hatfield House - thank you for making the 23rd of March one of the best days of our lives!

Deborah & Ben
Happy couple married in August
October 2024
We had a wonderful time!

Just wanted to say a very big thank you for all your hard work to make Sunday's event such a success. We really appreciated all your help, in particular how present and attentive you were on the day of the event! We had a wonderful time!

Alice & Etienne
Happy couple married in July
October 2024
We had the most wonderful day!

We just wanted to say thank you so much to you and the whole team at Hatfield House for all your hard work. We had the most wonderful day and everything went so smoothly!

Katie & John
Happy couple married in June
October 2024
As close to a perfect day as we could've imagined!

The whole occasion was flawlessly executed. Thank you for all of your hard work, dedication, flexibility and patience in the run-up to the wedding. Your practical tips in the planning were so helpful and your calming presence and co-ordination on the day were absolutely invaluable - you combined discretion with amazing attention to detail. Our friends and families had the most enjoyable time! It felt like a fairy tale and you were instrumental in bringing our vision to life.

Collette and James
Happy couple married in September
September 2023
Huge Thank you!

Huge Thank you again to you Courtney and for the team behind the scenes. You smashed it out the park pulling the wedding together quickly taking stress away. I am so thankful you took us on and were great. Thank you for making everything and accommodating our extra requests making my life easy when I was busy. We had such a fantastic day.

Jess and Louis
Happy couple married in October
August 2023
Wonderful, Adaptable, Generous, Versatile,Friendly

The people we were in contact with throughout the planning process for our wedding were all excellent, generous, helpful, responsive and kind. Courtney, particularly, stepped in later in the process due to a couple of other staff members moving on (maternity leave and other things I think) and she was so supportive and genuinely excited to make our day amazing. We had a very complicated dinner list with dietary requirements but everything was catered for - we even had an utterly delicious

Ashni and Arun
Happy couple married in August
August 2023
A true fairytale

Nothing could have prepared us for how beautiful our wedding would be at Hatfield house. The venue itself is straight out of a fairytale, and all of our guests were blown away by the location. Courtney and her team went above and beyond to make the day perfect for us, from answering our millions of questions to working tirelessly with all of our suppliers to be as accommodating as possible. We couldn’t have asked for a better venue!

Location & Contact Details for Hatfield House

Wedding Venue Address
Hatfield Park, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL9 5HX, England, United Kingdom
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Hatfield House ?

They are all so unique and wonderful, but any that have a vibrant party in the Old Palace with lots of dancing and laughter always makes it memorable!

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

Enjoy it! Don't get wrapped up in too much of the detail - you have wedding experts (your chosen suppliers and venue) all around you to help guide you through the process so you can enjoy it!

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

We're a sucker for photo wall seeing the happy couple as children and of course, seeing them together on their dates!

Describe Hatfield House in 5 adjectives

Classic Romantic Elegant Once in a lifetime Treasured

Where’s the best photo spot at Hatfield House ?

Far too many to choose from but we'd say the Knot Garden with Hatfield House in the background

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Hatfield House ?

A few but we can't share who - sorry!

What’s your favourite canapé?

Smoked salmon tartar on bagel base with lemon zest

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Homemade woodfired pizzas!

What is Hatfield House most unique feature?

So many to choose from, but we love the intricate detail and romance that the knot garden offers

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Maintaining the highest level of customer service standards
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