THE VENUE
Maunsel House is one of the most romantic wedding venues in England. Owned by Sir Benjamin Slade and famous for being the ultimate ‘party house’ of Somerset the team can help you create a wedding or event truly magical and one to treasure and remember forever.
Come and fall in love with what can only be described as the hidden gem of Somerset.
THE SETTING
Situated amongst 100 acres of stunning gardens, orchards and lakes within 2000 acres of glorious natural beauty you will find Maunsel House nestled away behind a driveway of chestnut trees where resident peacocks freely roam the grounds along with doves, geese, ducks and Shetland ponies too.
CEREMONY
Maunsel House is licenced for civil ceremonies. Choose from our elegant regency ballroom which seats up to 100 guests, the pretty garden bandstand, or the undercover pergola within the walled garden, alternatively you may wish to marry in our very own candlelit Saxon chapel. Being one of the oldest and smallest chapels in England it is perfect for an intimate wedding seating up to 50 guests.
WEDDING BREAKFAST/RECEPTION
Wedding breakfasts/receptions can be held in the regency ballroom, or if you prefer a garden style wedding you can choose to dine alfresco under the beautiful rose covered pergola within the walled garden, and as evening falls is lit with twinkling fairy lights along with the glow of our chimineas adding that extra touch of magic to an already atmospheric setting.
STAY WITH US
Staying at Maunsel House is a truly unique experience, with 17 bedrooms all beautifully decorated within the main house each offering individual character and charm and 5 quaint cottages allows Maunsel House to accommodate up to 66 guests making this the perfect weekend wedding venue.
PLAN YOUR WEDDING
With a dedicated wedding and events team you can be rest assured that every detail will be covered and cared for, beginning from the initial meeting through to the day of your wedding.
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: Michaela
We would like to welcome you to Maunsel House so you can check our magnificent venue out for yourself. Give us an email and we can arrange a viewing appointment for you!
Our packages range from day hire to weekend hire! Both packages include accommodation. The day hire option provides 17 rooms for the night of the wedding. The weekend hire provides the 17 rooms for the night before and of the wedding. It also includes 5 cottages thus sleeping 66 guests! Breakfast is included both mornings.
By Road
Time Guide:
From Taunton, approx. 15 minutes to Maunsel House
From Bristol, approx 40 minutes to Maunsel House
From M4/M5 Intersection, approx 40 minutes to Maunsel House
From Exeter, approx 55 minutes to Maunsel House
From Cardiff, approx 60 minutes to Maunsel House
From Birmingham, approx. 140 minutes to Maunsel House
From London, approx. 150 minutes to Maunsel House
Come off at M5 Junction 24, follow signs towards North Petherton. Go through the village of North Petherton, past the big church on the left and just before the large playing fields on the left turn left into Newton Road towards North Newton (sign posted for Canal side Car parking & Maunsel House).
Travel 1½ miles, crossing over the motorway bridge and into the village of North Newton.
Pass the school and the Harvest Moon pub on your left and turn left at the brown sign to Maunsel. Do not turn off the road until you see a red and white lodge next to the large iron gates on the left.
Head up the driveway and park.
By Rail
There is a regular service from London Paddington to Taunton mainline station. The Journey takes less than 2hrs. Maunsel House is approximately 6 miles from the station. Taxi are available at the station.
By Air
Exeter International Airports is 40 miles away and Bristol International Airports is only 30 miles.
Helicopter landing sites are available in the grounds of Maunsel House by Prior arrangement.
Describe the best wedding that happened at Maunsel House?
All of them.
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
To make the day as personal to them as possible.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
We love all the little things.
Describe Maunsel House in 5 adjectives
Majestic, Beautiful, Charming, Eccentric and Captivating
Where’s the best photo spot at Maunsel House?
Out the front of the house. You get a stunning backdrop of the 13th century mansion and depending on the season you get the beautiful colours from the flowers as well.
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Maunsel House?
Not yet.
What’s your favourite canapé?
All of them.
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Ice cream or chocolate- Something sweet.
What is Maunsel House most unique feature?
Everything about Maunsel is unique!
What part of your business are you most proud of?
The team's work ethic in making sure we go above and beyond the couple's expectations on their wedding day!