Old Downton Lodge is set in the middle of the Shropshire and Herefordshire hills surrounded by beautiful unspoilt countryside. The Lodge is a lovingly renovated 11th Century Farm based around a beautiful courtyard. Our 10 Rooms are set in the Farm buildings off the courtyard gardens. They vary from contemporary modern style to traditional oak four poster rooms. We offer a home away from home in which you can escape the hustle and bustle of day to day life and feel truly relaxed. Everything is taken care of in an unobtrusive and friendly manner and we will cater to your every need. At Old Downton Lodge we cater to smaller and more personal weddings with our maximum guests being capped at 60 people.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Willem or Pippa Vlok

We have so many options at Old Downton Lodge it is really worth arranging a viewing. Please do contact us if you are interested in our venue. Kind Regards Willem and Pippa Vlok

Experience

No. of Weddings Hosted

Between 30 and 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Overview of Old Downton Lodge

Venue Type

Barn

Dining Capacity

Reception Capacity

No. of Bedrooms

Sleeps No. of People

Bridal Suite

Honeymoon Suite

Usual Finish Time

12:00 PM

Ceremony & Reception

Wedding Licence

Sound System Available

Dancefloor Available

Outdoor Ceremony Available

Venue

Exclusive Use

Bridal Changing Facilities

Disabled Access

On-Site Parking

Outdoor Reception Space

Grade I/II Listed Building

Landscaped Gardens

Food and Drink

In-house Catering

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

Alcohol Licence

Vegan Catering

Western / European

Hog Roast

In-House Wine List

Bar

Pricing for Old Downton Lodge

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At

£1,500

Maximum Price

£1,500

What is included in this pricing:

External caterers not permitted

Furniture included

Exclusive use

Wedding coordinator available on the day

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

In-house Catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At

£45

Maximum Price

£70

What is included in this pricing:

Set menu options only

Table linen included

Cutlery included

Minimum numbers apply

Corkage charge applicable

Bespoke menu available

Reviews for Old Downton Lodge
(3)

Luke Benson

Happy couple married in December

April 2023

A lovely venue

A lovely venue...in the middle of nowhere! Went here for some friends' wedding and it made for a rustic, relaxed setting. Beautiful grounds as well, which suited drinks and canapÃ©s.

Curlie

Happy couple married in January

April 2023

We had our wedding here last weekend and it was faultless

We had our wedding here last weekend and it was faultless. Willem,Pippa,Kim and the team looked after us all brilliantly. From greeting us on arrival,serving the drinks,waiting on the tables to clearing up everything was great. The staff were attentive but not too much as to impose on the day and the food was amazing. We were a little concerned as we had a set menu and we had a couple of fussy eaters,but even they loved the food. The whole day from start to finish was excellent,it's a fantastic venue with first class service. We chose Old Downton as we had had the taster menu last year and it was amazing,it really was the best meal that we have ever had. Well done to you all,and we will be back.

Mr and Mrs Wright

Happy couple married in September

September 2019

Wedding at Old Downton Lodge

To everyone at Old Downton Lodge, Thank you for allowing us to hold our wedding ceremony at your beautiful venue. The day was absolutely perfect, and it was so lovely to come back to the venue to stay in the wedding suite at the end of the night. Everyone was so kind and helpful. The barn looked absolutely stunning and the canapes and drinks were delicious.