Hedingham Castle

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£3,100 - £9,875 for Venue Hire
Up to 150
12 Bedrooms
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Description

If you are looking for one of the most romantic settings in England, look no further than Hedingham Castle. Set in acres of formal gardens, lakes and woods, the beautifully restored 900-year-old Norman Keep provides a stunning centre point to your day. Ceremonies take place in the majestic Banqueting Hall of the Castle, with receptions in the elegant Ballroom Marquee in the gardens of the Georgian Mansion House for up to 150 guests. Smaller receptions can also be held in the Castle itself (for up to 70), and the Garden Cottage is included for preparation and for the couple’s first night. Alternatively, you can hire the Royal Chamber for your wedding night - the only modern bedroom in a Norman Keep in the country! Multi-day weekend weddings are also available, with venue hire from Friday-Sunday. Looking for something more intimate? Our Elopement package can be booked up to 6 months in advance and are a unique and romantic way to tie the knot.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Sarah
At Hedingham Castle we understand that the whole planning journey can feel rather intimidating. We are here to help. Offering you our vast knowledge and advice, ensuring that your planning process is enjoyable and stress free every step of the way. Every wedding is different and it is our objective to ensure that everyone has the best possible experience in creating a day that exceeds your dreams.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2004
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
4

Overview of Hedingham Castle

Wedding Venue Type
Castle
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
150
Reception Capacity
200
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
12
Sleeps No. of People
23
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance
Sound System Available
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Wedding Venue Details

Open Flame Permitted
Water View
Landscaped Gardens
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Wedding Catering

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
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Pricing for Hedingham Castle

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£3,100
Maximum Price
£9,875
The venue hire fee includes the following: - Use and set up of the Castle for your ceremony, use of the grounds, Georgian House and Ballroom Marquee for your reception - All staff - Cutlery, crockery, table linen, glassware - Cake stand and knife - Table plan easel - Your own personal Wedding Coordinator - The Garden Cottage for your preparations and overnight stay for 2 on the night of your wedding - Use of our Mercedes Car to transport everyone up to the Castle from the Cottage Catering is not included in this pricing Registrar fees not included.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Couple accommodation included
External caterers not permitted
Furniture included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Multiple course wedding breakfast

In-house Catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£48
Maximum Price
£70
Prices include VAT and vary depending on caterer choice and menus, we will guide you through this at your private viewing.
What is included in this pricing:
Bespoke menu available
Menu tasting included
Wine allowance per guest
Corkage charge applicable
Minimum numbers apply
Cutlery included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Table linen included

Packages
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£170
Maximum Price
£265
Minimum Number of Guests
70
Pricing guide based on a Ceremony with Marquee reception Price per head includes: - Venue Hire including Castle for your ceremony, Georgian House, terrace & lawns, grounds and Ballroom Marquee for your reception (seasonal pricing applies) - Full catering service including tables, chairs, tablecloths, cutlery & crockery - Canapes (4 per person) - 2 x Prosecco welcome drinks per person - 3 course Wedding Breakfast - Half a bottle of House Wine per person - 1 x Prosecco toasting drink per person - Hire of the Garden Cottage for pre-wedding preparations and on the wedding night - Medieval Lodge for the night of the wedding, sleeping 17 Terms & Conditions Apply. All pricing includes VAT. Registrar fees not included. For Ceremony with Castle Reception, please enquire with the Wedding Team.
What is included in this pricing:
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest
Furniture included
Couple accommodation included
Exclusive use
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Canapés included

Packages
(total price)

Prices Start At
£12,000
Maximum Price
£18,500
Number of Guests Included
70
Pricing guide based on a Ceremony with Marquee reception Price per head includes: - Venue Hire including Castle for ceremony, Georgian House, terrace & lawns, grounds and Ballroom Marquee for reception (seasonal pricing applies) - Full catering service including tables, chairs, tablecloths, cutlery & crockery - Canapes (4 per person) - 2 x Prosecco welcome drinks per person - 3 course Wedding Breakfast - Half a bottle of House Wine per person - 1 x Prosecco toasting drink per person - Hire of the Garden Cottage for pre-wedding preparations and on the wedding night - Medieval Lodge for the night of the wedding, sleeping 17 Weekend wedding packages, with hire Friday through to Sunday, pricing available on request. Terms & Conditions Apply. All pricing includes VAT. Registrar fees not included. For Ceremony with Castle Reception, please enquire with the Wedding Team.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Couple accommodation included
Canapés included
Furniture included
Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)

Reviews for Hedingham Castle
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F & J
Happy couple married in November
November 2024
A Magical and Romantic Wedding Venue

Hedingham Castle is an absolutely magical and romantic venue. We opted for the all-in package on a weekday, and from preparation, to the wedding day itself, and even the day after, the castle team provided superb service. We were impressed by their attention to detail and genuine care for making our day special. The atmosphere of the castle is simply enchanting, and our guests couldn’t stop raving about the breathtaking scenery and the impeccable organization. The team went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect, and we were able to enjoy every moment without any stress. From the stunning decor to the delicious catering, every aspect exceeded our expectations. The castle team was attentive, professional, and always ready to help with a smile. Their dedication and hard work truly made our wedding day unforgettable. We have no regrets at all. Hedingham Castle provided us with the fairytale wedding we always dreamed of, and we highly recommend it to anyone looking for a magical and memorable venue.

G&J
Happy couple married in April
November 2024
Elopement wedding

It was the most amazing day! From the moment we enquired about a wedding, the staff were helpful and attentive. They had everything planned out perfectly and were able to answer any questions or queries quickly. The whole process was made so simple and effortless by the whole team. We had a small elopement and couldn't have asked for a more magical and intimate venue. It was simply perfect. Added bonus that we stayed in the Royal Chamber overnight as well, which was a fantastic experience. Thank you to all the team at Hedingham Castle for making our day everything we dreamed of.

Patricia & Graham
Happy couple married in July
November 2024
Flawless

I can hardly begin to describe how extraordinary the entire day was. Let’s start with the castle—it is absolutely unreal. Everywhere you look, it makes you go "wow" repeatedly. The stunning architecture and the grounds, kept in immaculate condition, provide a breathtaking backdrop that adds to the fairytale atmosphere. From the moment we first visited for the viewing, it was clear that Hedingham Castle is managed with the utmost professionalism. Sarah and her team provided world-class service, making us feel completely at ease. She patiently answered all my questions, no matter how trivial or repetitive they might have seemed, and her insightful advice was invaluable. We are incredibly grateful for her support and for the exceptional care she and her team provided. The planning process went absolutely smoothly—everything was taken care of, leaving me to only worry about sunny afternoon on the big day. The entire team operated like a well-oiled machine, ensuring that every detail was flawless. There was nothing, absolutely nothing, we could fault; it was almost too perfect! Our guests were in awe of the venue and couldn’t stop complimenting how seamlessly everything came together. We wouldn’t change a single thing about our wedding day; it was so magical that we wish we could do it all over again. I highly recommend Hedingham Castle to anyone searching for a venue. The entire experience was exceptional, free from the typical pitfalls of wedding planning. If you want a flawless, stress-free celebration in a breathtaking setting, this is the place. Our day was truly unforgettable, and we are forever grateful for the memories created at this extraordinary venue.

Lynn & Mark
Happy couple married in November
November 2024
Magical

Hedingham Castle is the perfect place to get married, especially if you like very old things! We are very old things 😂 but we wanted a spectacular day for our close family and friends. The castle keep, steeped in a thousand year old history, was the perfect backdrop for our wedding day. Candles placed in the alcoves gently flickered in the low Autumn light, adding to the ambience. Every one of our guests said it was the best wedding they have ever been to. You get a workout with all the stairs, but think of the history and who may have descended those over the past millenium. The dining hall looked like a film set. In terms of the help we had, the run up was well organised- the team headed up by Sarah Pether was second to none, with people on hand during the entire day to ensure everything went as it was supposed to. We cannot recommend this historic monument for a wedding, highly enough. We held our whole day in the keep, for us this was perfect. Five stars are well deserved for all the help we got to ensure our day went so well. It was magical.

Alice & Charlie
Happy couple married in September
October 2024
Thank you!

My partner & I got married here 7th September 2024. From start to finish, the entire process was made seamless by the amazing team at Hedingham. Sarah & her team work tirelessly to help you bring your wedding ideas & dreams to fruition and I genuinely cannot recommend the venue enough. Any & all requests, no matter how trivial were undertaken with immense attention to detail & professionalism. Our guests were truly taken aback at the sheer beauty & uniqueness of the venue and have commented on multiple occasions as to just how amazing the entire day was - this would not have been possible without the wonderful team. Hedingham's trusted partnership suppliers are also wonderful (Lewis Cabuche, Limeberry to name a couple) and are very reasonably priced. I urge you to book this wonderful place for your special day if you are considering it - you will not regret it. Alice & Charlie

Jess & Dean
Happy couple married in October
October 2024
Thank you!

We celebrated our mid week wedding at Hedingham castle, and I don’t think words can do justice to how beautiful and perfect this venue is. Not only that the team at Hedingham are absolutely amazing, the day ran perfectly and I didn’t have to worry about timings or where people should be and when as they had it all under control at every moment. From booking our day with hedingham to the days following the communication with the team has been perfect. They made sure I didn’t have to worry about anything and helped with anything they could. Our planning meetings were extremely helpful and didn’t feel rushed even with all my anxious questions! I cannot recommend highly enough. Thank you thank you thank you!! 🖤

Natasha & Danny
Happy couple married in September
October 2024
Perfect

Hedingham Castle was the most beautiful and unique wedding venue. I fell in love with it as soon as we visited. The castle itself and the grounds are stunning. Our ceremony was lit by candles and it was just beautiful. We had our whole day in the castle. The food was incredible and the service was fantastic. We have had so many compliments on the venue from our guests and we had the perfect day. The staff are brilliant, and Sarah Pether at the castle was just fantastic from day one and so responsive. Nothing was too much of an ask and she was incredibly helpful. She always did her best to make everything we wanted happen! I am so pleased we decided to have our wedding here. An unforgettable day that was unique with a gothic vibe. Thank you so much for the best day. It was exactly what we wanted.

Katie & Austin
Happy couple married in August
October 2024
Amazing!!

Just had my wedding here (August 20, 2024) and will truly never forget this day. Sarah was AMAZING from day one of emailing all the way till the wedding and even after! Planning a wedding from Florida you’d think this would be challenging but not at all when you have amazing communication! Anything I asked she replied instantly and answered every crazy question I had!! She is so fun, bubbly and so organized!! Debi was my day of coordinator and she was just as amazing! Anything I asked, or my guests, she made happen without hesitation! My guests cannot stop talking about how stunning the castle is and how perfect the grounds looked and how helpful the team was! She was on top of everything and made sure the day ran so smooth! Truly cannot thank Sarah, Debi, and the whole team at Hedingham castle for making this possible and the most perfect day ever. It was better than Austin and I could have truly imagined and that’s because of you guys!!!

Katie & Ben
Happy couple married in June
July 2024
Absolute Dream

We had our Wedding at Hedingham Castle in June 2024, the Castle and its grounds are absolutely stunning and couldn’t have been better for our Wedding day. All of our wedding guests were blown away by the grounds, the staff and the day as a whole - it was absolutely perfect and couldn’t have gone any better. The staff from start to finish could not have been more helpful, they provided all information up front and were always quick to respond to any questions and queries we had. We had the most beautiful day which ran so smoothly from start to finish with thanks to the whole team at Hedingham. I would recommend Hedingham Castle as Wedding venue to anyone, it was an absolute dream!!

Emily & Simon
Happy couple married in June
June 2024
Magical

We got married at Hedingham Castle in June 2024. It was absolutely perfect. The venue is stunning, not only did we use the 900 year old castle for our candlelit ceremony we were able to have our drinks reception in the beautiful Georgian house and then our reception in the elegant marquee. Every aspect of the planning process was seamless. The Hedingham team were efficient, professional and super friendly. The day itself was outstanding. I could never have dreamt of a more organised and attentive team. Everything was done before we could even think about it. We had the most magical day and we will forever be grateful for everyone at Hedingham.

Location & Contact Details for Hedingham Castle

Wedding Venue Address
Bayley Street, Halstead, Essex, CO9 3DJ, England, United Kingdom
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Hedingham Castle?

The receiving line that took an hour for 60 guests, they were all huggers, wonderful to watch and despite the salmon being ready, we were definitely not going to interrupt!

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

Don't stress! We will look after you every step of the way when you are planning your wedding at Hedingham Castle.

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

Personal vows are always a favourite. However the couple who asked their son to name the tables was cute, we had “Red Tractor” “Favourite Teddy” amongst others.

Describe Hedingham Castle in 5 adjectives

Historic Luxury Unique Romantic Wow factor

Where’s the best photo spot at Hedingham Castle?

I love the lake, the backdrop is stunning.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Hedingham Castle?

Matt Le Blanc, Elizabeth Hurley, Sean Bean, Alexander McQueen, John Cleese, Stephen Fry, Jamie Lang, Jamie Oliver, Joey Essex, Izabella Blow, Helena Bonham-Carter, Stjepan Hauser, Ronan Keating, Larry Lamb, Caitlyn Jenner, Anna Chancellor, James Fleet, Jay Kay, David Starkey, Matt Cardle, and Henry VIII.

What’s your favourite canapé?

Either Salt Beef & Gherkin on Ciabatta, with Mustard Mayonnaise OR our delicious Mac 'n' Cheese bites.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Cheese!

What is Hedingham Castle most unique feature?

Our beautiful 900-year-old Norman Keep in which our wedding ceremonies are held.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

We are most proud of our personal touches. We are a family business and a family home and we love to welcome new couples into our family.
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