Nestled within the idyllic Oxfordshire countryside, Middle Aston House stands as a timeless and enchanting venue for couples seeking to celebrate their love story. Surrounded by 20 acres of serene grounds, this historic estate offers a picture-perfect backdrop for your dream wedding. Bespoke Elegance: Middle Aston House is dedicated to crafting weddings as unique as your love story. Our expert team specializes in tailoring every aspect of your celebration to match your vision, whether you desire an intimate gathering or a grand affair. Exclusive Experience: When you choose Middle Aston House, you gain exclusive access to the entire estate, ensuring privacy and intimacy on your special day. Your celebration will be surrounded only by your closest family and friends. Scenic Beauty: Our grounds are a natural wonder, providing a captivating setting for your ceremony and reception. You can exchange vows amidst the lush greenery, host a marquee reception on our immaculate lawns, or enjoy the elegance of our indoor spaces. Marquee Marvel: For larger weddings of up to 250 guests, our marquee options offer flexibility and charm. Customize your marquee to reflect your personal style, guaranteeing a wedding day that is truly distinctive. Culinary Excellence: Our skilled chefs are committed to delivering culinary delights. Using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients, they create menus that will delight your senses, from delectable canapés to sumptuous multi-course wedding breakfasts. Accommodations: With 55 en-suite bedrooms on-site, we offer comfortable and convenient accommodations for you and your guests. After the festivities, unwind and relax in our well-appointed rooms for a peaceful night's sleep. At Middle Aston House, we go beyond providing a venue; we help you create a wedding that transcends the ordinary. Explore our historic estate, envision your perfect day, and let us assist you in crafting cherished memories filled with love and joy.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Jenny Soria

I extend a heartfelt invitation to embark on your journey of love at Middle Aston House. Nestled in the picturesque Oxfordshire countryside, our historic estate is the canvas for your bespoke wedding dreams. With exclusive use of our enchanting gardens and versatile indoor spaces, your love story unfolds in a setting of timeless beauty. Savor culinary delights inspired by local flavors and ensure your guests' comfort in our cozy en-suite bedrooms. Your love story, your way at Middle Aston House

Experience

Year Business Was Established

2009

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Middle Aston House Features & Capacity

Overview

Venue Type

Country House

Manor House

Dining Capacity

Reception Capacity

120

No. of Bedrooms

Sleeps No. of People

120

Bridal Suite

Honeymoon Suite

Usual Access Time

08:00 AM

Usual Finish Time

12:00 AM

Late Night Extension

Yes

Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance

Sound System Available

Fireworks Permitted

Wedding Licence

Dancefloor Available

Outdoor Ceremony Available

Confetti Permitted

Venue

Open Flame Permitted

Water View

Exclusive Use

Marquee Permitted

Bridal Changing Facilities

Disabled Access

On-Site Parking

Outdoor Reception Space

In-House Wedding Coordinator

Pet Friendly

Grade I/II Listed Building

Food and Drink

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

In-House Wine List

In-house Catering

Halal Catering

Alcohol Licence

External Catering Permitted

Middle Aston House Pricing & Costs

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At

£3,000

Maximum Price

£3,600

hire of venue, linen, room setups. food and drink as seperate.

What is included in this pricing:

External caterers not permitted

Exclusive use

In-house catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At

£30

Maximum Price

£50

An A La Carte menu is available, with the capability of making this more bespoke should you so desire. Drinks packages are available from 20-30 per head.

What is included in this pricing:

Menu tasting included

Set menu options only

Table linen included

Multiple course wedding breakfast

Cutlery included

Minimum numbers apply

Bespoke menu available

Packages
(price per head)

Prices Start At

£80

Maximum Price

£250

Minimum Number of Guests

We aim to create a bespoke day for all of our happy couples. With this in mind, we tend to split the traditional package so that we're able to provide whatever it may be that you're looking for.

What is included in this pricing:

Wedding coordinator available on the day

Furniture included

Couple accommodation included

Exclusive use

Day before set up available

Multiple course wedding breakfast

Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)

Reviews

(3)

Happy couple married in May

April 2023

Recently stayed at the Middle Aston House Hotel for a wedding reception

Recently stayed at the Middle Aston House Hotel for a wedding reception.. The settings for the hotel and the grounds are ideal for a wedding. The staff were very helpful, and the food excellent.. Enjoyed the stay very much.

Josie and Callum

Happy couple married in November

November 2019

the most amazing wedding day

josie.e1989 Yes, this is my wedding day 😊. We cannot thank Bobbie, Sue and the rest of the staff enough for all of their hard work. We had the most amazing wedding day and they catered to everything we wanted. Would recommend to anyone to have their wedding at the most fabulous venue 😍. All of our guests commented on how beautiful it was and it was great to know our guests could stay at the venue with us Xx

Jen

Happy couple married in November

October 2019

the most amazing day ever from start to finish

I got married 18th October 2014 at Middle Aston it was the most amazing day ever from start to finish was just stunning all went to plan and all the staff are amazing they could not have helped us anymore than they did.. All my guest commented on how stunning it all was and how friendly and lovely the staff were.. So me and my husband would like to thank you all so much and a big thank you to Bobby and Dan for your time over the past year in organising everything. Thank you.. X

Middle Aston House Location & Contact Details

Website

Phone

Address

Bicester, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

For more in-depth instructions on how to get to us, check www.middleastonhouse.com.

Nearest Town

Bicester

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M40 Junction 9/10

Nearest Train Station

Upper Heyford

Nearest Airport

Birmingham

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FAQs

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Describe the best wedding that happened at Middle Aston House?

We celebrate the weddings of all of the couples that come to us to celebrate their special day, we love to see the personal touches and something that's a little bit different!

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

Once you start to plan your wedding, you'll get tips and advice from almost everyone you know. Just remember that it's your wedding not theirs, so if you want something slightly different then go for it. They'll be the little bits that you remember!

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

A musician friend of mine got married not long ago, and for the first dance there was a kazoo for all of the guests so that we could all join in on the first dance! It was definitely a mixed bag of results with the tuning, but it was so much fun!!

Describe Middle Aston House in 5 adjectives

Beautiful, fun, caring, different, adaptable

Where’s the best photo spot at Middle Aston House?

We have a couple of stunning spots for a photo, but my favourite has to be outside of our listed grain store, it's different but looks amazing!

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Middle Aston House?

Not recently, but with the history of the house, i'm sure there have been some spectacular weddings held here!

What’s your favourite canapé?

That's a difficult one (I love food!) but it would probably have to be a mini yorkshire with beef, horseradish and a little bit of gravy!

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Chocolate!! (or a bacon roll)

What is Middle Aston House most unique feature?

I love the Grain Store, we've got a few lovely spots and period pieces but that was the bit that caught my eye the first time I wondered round!

What part of your business are you most proud of?

From the short time that i've been here, I think the team has to be the best bit. It's like all the good parts of working with Family and none of the bad. The care and attention to service is like nowhere i've ever worked before!

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Bridebook Benefits

Bridebook GiftFree Bottle of Champagne

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