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Price: £10,000 – £13,000
Guests: 500
Bedrooms: 146
Description
Description
Imagine saying “I do” surrounded by 400 acres of stunning Hampshire countryside at Old Thorns Manor Hotel, Golf & Country Estate. This award-winning venue offers breathtaking views of the South Downs National Park, creating the perfect backdrop for weddings of all sizes—from intimate gatherings to grand celebrations.
Ceremony and Reception Spaces Tailored to Your Dream Day
Old Thorns is fully licensed for civil ceremonies and offers a variety of beautiful spaces to bring your wedding vision to life. Whether you’re dreaming of an outdoor ceremony amid blooming flowers or a glamorous ballroom reception, you’ll find the perfect spot here. Each venue space includes its own private bar, dancefloor, and outdoor terrace, giving you and your guests plenty of room to celebrate.
- The Walled Garden: A peaceful outdoor setting ideal for ceremonies and drinks receptions, seating up to 150 guests.
- The Chapel: A charming onsite chapel perfect for a traditional and romantic ceremony with up to 150 guests.
- The Hampshire Suite: This beautifully refurbished farmhouse with exposed timber beams suits intimate weddings—hosting up to 80 guests for ceremonies and breakfasts, and up to 180 for evening receptions.
- The Gatsby Ballroom: A glamorous space for mid-to-large weddings, accommodating up to 500 guests for ceremonies and 300 for wedding breakfasts.
- The Grand Ballroom: The ultimate choice for grand celebrations, located at the heart of the resort. It can host up to 500 guests for wedding breakfasts and features a large sunken dance floor plus a central stage.
Delicious Catering and Flexible Wedding Packages
The expert in-house culinary team crafts elegant wedding breakfast menus using the finest local and seasonal ingredients. Old Thorns offers a range of wedding packages designed to fit different tastes and budgets. Packages can include everything from your drinks reception and three-course meal to evening entertainment. Plus, experienced wedding coordinators are available to guide you through every detail—from room layouts to menu choices—making planning stress-free.
Comfortable Accommodation and Exceptional Facilities
Your guests will appreciate staying in one of the 150 en-suite bedrooms or 51 self-catering apartments. For something a little different, the estate also offers eco-pods for a unique glamping experience. The bridal party can get ready in a dedicated bridal lounge, and the happy couple enjoys a complimentary honeymoon suite. Beyond the wedding day, everyone can relax and unwind with access to the resort’s championship golf course, luxury spa, and health club featuring a swimming pool, sauna, and steam room. Old Thorns truly offers everything you need for a memorable wedding celebration.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
1949
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
2
Overview of Old Thorns Manor Hotel, Golf & Country Estate
Wedding Venue Type
Golf course
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
500
Reception Capacity
500
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
146
Sleeps No. of People
500
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Wedding Venue Details
Wedding Catering
Cultural Specialists
Muslim Wedding Specialist
Asian Wedding Specialist
Reviews (7)
- CChloe08/05/2024Do not recommend to get married here Do not recommend to get married hereWe got married here in March 2024 and I would never recommended this venue to get married at. I felt extremely let down and disappointed in the venue and organisation on the day. I felt anxious, stressed, worried, and spent a lot of my time keeping on top of the event rather than enjoying my wedding day – this is not what any bride should have to deal with. I’ve listed below some things that happened on the day which affected my experience negatively and thought I should bring them to other brides attention so no other bride feels the way I did. •Firstly, when my bridesmaids and I were leaving to go to the Chapel it was heavily raining so we were waiting for the buggy as we were told it make a few trips to take everyone over however this was not the case. The buggy could only take myself plus two others and would not allow children, so my other bridesmaids and flower girls had to run in the rain in their dresses with their hair and make up done. They were not even provided with umbrellas! •A huge issue for myself and my groom was that our wedding photos should have been taken during the drinks reception, but this did not happen as Dani our wedding co-ordinator informed us there was another wedding walking around the venue with a videographer and a photographer, so we were not allowed to use the space. I spoke with my videographer and photographer about this, and they informed me the venue were being extremely difficult with regards to timings and that their hands were tied. Therefore, the only photos we had taken of us as a couple are a handful in the corridor. This is beyond unacceptable. As a married couple, photos are the biggest part of the day, and they are treasured for years after the wedding as a chance to reflect on the most magical day – this was taken away from us and we have barely anything to show for it. •As a result of the above we have a very limited timeframe to take photos, with our photographer trying their best in an awful situation, we had our photos taken after dinner in the corner of the room. Mine and my bridesmaids hair and makeup was not full and fresh, my child had eaten dinner, so he was agitated and tired, we had to miss our main course in order to ensure we had family shots, and we were standing in a corner of the room. This is not how I planned my wedding photos to be, and it certainly is not what was promised when I booked this venue. Another point is that our wedding evening was planned to start at 7:30pm, but we had no DJ and the tables had not been cleared by the point our evening guests were arriving. I spoke to the wedding co-ordinator and was told the DJ was in another wedding covering for a different DJ how this is okay? •I was in contact with Dani throughout the day and raised all of these concerns to her but felt as though I was met with a blunt, rude, and dismissive attitude. I did not feel supported or heard and spent the entire day with anxiety and stress caused by the huge disappointment that was the venue. We booked Old Thorns because of it’s reputation and with the amount of weddings they host, we trusted we would be looked after and have the wedding day we dreamed of. It is really sad that we were left with such a disheartening experience and after spending so much money on a day that did not live up to the expectations because of the venue. We got married here in March 2024 and I would never recommended this venue to get married at. I felt extremely let down and disappointed in the venue and organisation on the day. I felt anxious, stressed, worried, and spent a lot of my time keeping on top of the event rather than enjoying my wedding day – this is not what any bride should have to deal with. I’ve listed below some things that happened on the day which affected my experience negatively and thought I should bring them to other brides attention so no other bride feels the way I did. •Firstly, when my bridesmaids and I were leaving to go to the Chapel it was heavily raining so we were waiting for the buggy as we were told it make a few trips to take everyone over however this was not the case. The buggy could only take myself plus two others and would not allow children, so my other bridesmaids and flower girls had to run in the rain in their dresses with their hair and make up done. They were not even provided with umbrellas! •A huge issue for myself and my groom was that our wedding photos should have been taken during the drinks reception, but this did not happen as Dani our wedding co-ordinator informed us there was another wedding walking around the venue with a videographer and a photographer, so we were not allowed to use the space. I spoke with my videographer and photographer about this, and they informed me the venue were being extremely difficult with regards to timings and that their hands were tied. Therefore, the only photos we had taken of us as a couple are a handful in the corridor. This is beyond unacceptable. As a married couple, photos are the biggest part of the day, and they are treasured for years after the wedding as a chance to reflect on the most magical day – this was taken away from us and we have barely anything to show for it. •As a result of the above we have a very limited timeframe to take photos, with our photographer trying their best in an awful situation, we had our photos taken after dinner in the corner of the room. Mine and my bridesmaids hair and makeup was not full and fresh, my child had eaten dinner, so he was agitated and tired, we had to miss our main course in order to ensure we had family shots, and we were standing in a corner of the room. This is not how I planned my wedding photos to be, and it certainly is not what was promised when I booked this venue. Another point is that our wedding evening was planned to start at 7:30pm, but we had no DJ and the tables had not been cleared by the point our evening guests were arriving. I spoke to the wedding co-ordinator and was told the DJ was in another wedding covering for a different DJ how this is okay? •I was in contact with Dani throughout the day and raised all of these concerns to her but felt as though I was met with a blunt, rude, and dismissive attitude. I did not feel supported or heard and spent the entire day with anxiety and stress caused by the huge disappointment that was the venue. We booked Old Thorns because of it’s reputation and with the amount of weddings they host, we trusted we would be looked after and have the wedding day we dreamed of. It is really sad that we were left with such a disheartening experience and after spending so much money on a day that did not live up to the expectations because of the venue.
- MMr & Mrs Pharo09/01/2020Perfect DayPerfect Day" I just wanted to say thank you so much to you and Silvia and everyone who worked so hard to make our wedding such a fantastic day. It really was the perfect day! Silvia was absolutely amazing on the day and had every single detail in hand! The guest also commented on the quality of the food too as often it is very average at weddings but it was delicious and beautifully cooked "" I just wanted to say thank you so much to you and Silvia and everyone who worked so hard to make our wedding such a fantastic day. It really was the perfect day! Silvia was absolutely amazing on the day and had every single detail in hand! The guest also commented on the quality of the food too as often it is very average at weddings but it was delicious and beautifully cooked "
- MMr & Mrs Bhanot12/10/2019AmazingAmazing" We also wanted to say a massive thank you for hosting our wedding! It went all to plan and the old thorns team were absolutely great! We had so many compliments on the function rooms and the accommodation, and particular thanks to you for being so accommodating and understanding in the planning stage! Hopefully we will be back for more weddings in the future. "" We also wanted to say a massive thank you for hosting our wedding! It went all to plan and the old thorns team were absolutely great! We had so many compliments on the function rooms and the accommodation, and particular thanks to you for being so accommodating and understanding in the planning stage! Hopefully we will be back for more weddings in the future. "
- MMr & Mrs Tudor14/09/2019AmazingAmazingJust want to thank you for all your help over the past year with all my enquires! Myself and Carl had an amazing day! Silvia was great on the day, everyone had a lovely time! If you could pass in my thanks to Silvia also!Just want to thank you for all your help over the past year with all my enquires! Myself and Carl had an amazing day! Silvia was great on the day, everyone had a lovely time! If you could pass in my thanks to Silvia also!
- MMr 7 Mrs Bannister23/08/2019Thank you so muchThank you so muchThank you so much for all your help with our wedding We had the most amazing day! Even better than we could of dreamed of V was an absolute marvel, taking care of everything and everyone on the day, she is like a machine, she never stops! she's brilliant! Dian, the lady who was with myself and dad taking us to the registras was such a lovely lady and helped making me feel at ease The bar staff and kitchen staff were fantastic and everyone loved the food The DJ kept the dance floor moving and did such a good job We could not fault a thing it was truly perfect thank you We will be back in the future and already planning to come and stay on a tribute night with friends that also loved the venue as much as we didThank you so much for all your help with our wedding We had the most amazing day! Even better than we could of dreamed of V was an absolute marvel, taking care of everything and everyone on the day, she is like a machine, she never stops! she's brilliant! Dian, the lady who was with myself and dad taking us to the registras was such a lovely lady and helped making me feel at ease The bar staff and kitchen staff were fantastic and everyone loved the food The DJ kept the dance floor moving and did such a good job We could not fault a thing it was truly perfect thank you We will be back in the future and already planning to come and stay on a tribute night with friends that also loved the venue as much as we did
- MMr & Mrs Hope-smith24/05/2019IncredibleIncredibleOUTSTANDING - Its difficult to know where to start, I don't think there are enough words to articulate the thanks we owe you. OLD THORNS made our wedding day, the best day. Tiffany, our biggest thanks goes to yourself - you were our main point of contact for over a year and we really took advantage of that. We emailed you hundreds of questions, and you kindly and in a very timely fashion answered them all -nothing was too much bother (or at least you made it seem that way to us) Our wedding had some different/tricky elements to it and you handled it all with ease. Veryan, you are a forever in our hearts - you held our hands (sometimes literally) though those last few days of questions, unavoidable stress (from our family, not old thorns!), confusion and giddiness. We know the week of our wedding was extremely busy for Old Thorns with various conferences going on but you made us feel like our wedding was the most important and nothing was too much trouble. You allowed us to really enjoy the day - We didn't have to worry about a thing, we had 100% confidence in you and you delivered . OUTSTANDING - Its difficult to know where to start, I don't think there are enough words to articulate the thanks we owe you. OLD THORNS made our wedding day, the best day. Tiffany, our biggest thanks goes to yourself - you were our main point of contact for over a year and we really took advantage of that. We emailed you hundreds of questions, and you kindly and in a very timely fashion answered them all -nothing was too much bother (or at least you made it seem that way to us) Our wedding had some different/tricky elements to it and you handled it all with ease. Veryan, you are a forever in our hearts - you held our hands (sometimes literally) though those last few days of questions, unavoidable stress (from our family, not old thorns!), confusion and giddiness. We know the week of our wedding was extremely busy for Old Thorns with various conferences going on but you made us feel like our wedding was the most important and nothing was too much trouble. You allowed us to really enjoy the day - We didn't have to worry about a thing, we had 100% confidence in you and you delivered .
- EEllie13/12/2018Absolutely amazingAbsolutely amazingLook no further than Old Thorns for the perfect wedding venue. From the planning stages, to the day itself, their excellent and knowledgable staff have got it covered. They are so relaxed and help you feel that way too - and really do know exactly what they’re doing. The venue itself is beautiful, food amazing, drinks great, I really cannot fault it. They thought of everything and made sure the day ran smoothly and brilliantly!Look no further than Old Thorns for the perfect wedding venue. From the planning stages, to the day itself, their excellent and knowledgable staff have got it covered. They are so relaxed and help you feel that way too - and really do know exactly what they’re doing. The venue itself is beautiful, food amazing, drinks great, I really cannot fault it. They thought of everything and made sure the day ran smoothly and brilliantly!
Location & Contact Details for Old Thorns Manor Hotel, Golf & Country Estate
Location & Contact Details for Old Thorns Manor Hotel, Golf & Country Estate
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What types of wedding ceremony locations are available at Old Thorns Manor Hotel, Golf & Country Estate?
Old Thorns offers a variety of ceremony locations, including:
- The Walled Garden: A peaceful outdoor setting ideal for ceremonies and drinks receptions, seating up to 150 guests.
- The Chapel: A charming onsite chapel perfect for traditional ceremonies, accommodating up to 150 guests.
Can Old Thorns Manor Hotel accommodate both small and large wedding celebrations?
Yes, Old Thorns caters to weddings of all sizes. From intimate gatherings in The Hampshire Suite, which seats up to 80 guests for ceremonies and 180 for receptions, to grand celebrations in The Grand Ballroom that can host up to 500 guests for wedding breakfasts.
Is Old Thorns Manor Hotel licensed for civil ceremonies?
Yes, Old Thorns is fully licensed for civil ceremonies, allowing you to hold your legal wedding ceremony onsite in one of their beautiful spaces.
What catering options are available for weddings at Old Thorns?
The expert in-house culinary team crafts elegant wedding breakfast menus using the finest local and seasonal ingredients. Wedding packages can include a drinks reception, a three-course meal, and evening entertainment to suit a variety of tastes and budgets.
Are there wedding packages available at Old Thorns Manor Hotel?
Yes, Old Thorns offers a range of flexible wedding packages designed to accommodate different preferences and budgets. Packages can include catering, drinks, entertainment, and other wedding day services.
What is the accommodation like for wedding guests at Old Thorns?
Guests can stay in one of the 150 en-suite bedrooms or 51 self-catering apartments available on estate. Additionally, there are eco-pods for a unique glamping experience, ensuring comfortable and varied lodging options.
Does Old Thorns Manor Hotel provide facilities for the bridal party to prepare on the wedding day?
Yes, the bridal party has access to a dedicated bridal lounge to get ready comfortably before the ceremony. The happy couple also enjoys a complimentary honeymoon suite.
What recreational facilities can wedding guests enjoy during their stay?
Guests can unwind with access to the resort's championship golf course, luxury spa, health club, swimming pool, sauna, and steam room, making Old Thorns more than just a wedding venue.
Are there private bars and dance floors available at Old Thorns’ wedding venues?
Each wedding venue space at Old Thorns includes its own private bar, dance floor, and outdoor terrace, providing ample room for celebration and entertainment.
Where is Old Thorns Manor Hotel, Golf & Country Estate located?
Old Thorns Manor Hotel is located in Liphook, Hampshire, England, with the postcode GU30 7PE. The venue is set within 400 acres of stunning Hampshire countryside with views of the South Downs National Park.
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