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Price: £3,000 – £7,300
Guests: 100
Bedrooms: 9
Description
Description
Pentney Abbey is a luxury wedding venue located in West Norfolk. The venue comprises of a beautiful barn, a stunning medieval gatehouse with original features, heartwarming cottage accommodation and glorious riverside views. Pentney Abbey is an award winning historic venue that offers everything. Following your romantic ceremony, you can join your guests for welcome drinks and delicious canapes in the beautiful gardens, before leading to the main barn with its wooden floors, rustic stone walls and majestic high ceilings. This is the setting for your wedding breakfast and evening party, with its chic modern bar and ample space for dining and dancing. Pentney Abbey gives you a wealth of options for enjoying the evening of your wedding with your loved ones. Our barn has large double doors leading out onto beautiful lawns with a patio full of outdoor seating and heaters for guests to relax and chat throughout the night. If you would like to escape and take a moment to capture some memorable photographs, there are a range of stunning photo opportunities in our private and idyllic gardens upon 12 acres of land. When the time comes to rest your dancing feet, you’ll be glad of our cosy accommodation to relax and reflect on a perfect wedding day. At Pentney Abbey, we hope you’ll invite your closest friends and family to spend the night, with our newly renovated honeymoon suite, pretty cottages, cosy farmhouse and lavish, all sleeping up to 18 people in total. The venue is also home to a number of luxury bell tents in the Summer season (May-September), allowing up to an additional 22 guests to stay.
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: Lucy Rhodes
We look forward to welcoming you to Pentney Abbey! Our historic venue in the heart of the Norfolk countryside.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2013
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
22
Overview of Pentney Abbey
Wedding Venue Type
Historic
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
100
Reception Capacity
170
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
9
Sleeps No. of People
18
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Wedding license
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Confetti permitted
Sound system available
Dancefloor available
Wedding Venue Details
Landscaped gardens
Exclusive use
Bridal Changing Facilities
On-site parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-house wedding coordinator
Grade I/II Listed Building
Pet friendly
Wedding Catering
In-House Wine List
In-house catering
Alcohol license
Pricing for Pentney Abbey
Pricing for Pentney Abbey
What's Included?
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
External caterers not permitted
Furniture included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Reviews (41)
- SSamuel & Samantha04/11/2025The very best day of our lives!!The very best day of our lives!!We can't thank pentney enough for everything they did for us on and in the lead up to our special day. Unique venues Norfolk were outstanding every detail taken care of and neither us nor our guests wanted for anything!We can't thank pentney enough for everything they did for us on and in the lead up to our special day. Unique venues Norfolk were outstanding every detail taken care of and neither us nor our guests wanted for anything!
- GGary Edwards28/08/2025Ticks all of the boxesTicks all of the boxesI absolutely loved photographing a wedding at Pentney Abbey. It’s ticks all of the boxes for great images. The blend of old and new creates a really good visual dynamic and guiding guests through these locations as the day progresses keeps it really fun and interesting. The venue has a really stylish feel but still creates a relaxed atmosphere. The coordinators are brill. Give me a shout if you want an unbiased recommendation of the venue. It’s all good stuff from a photographers perspective.I absolutely loved photographing a wedding at Pentney Abbey. It’s ticks all of the boxes for great images. The blend of old and new creates a really good visual dynamic and guiding guests through these locations as the day progresses keeps it really fun and interesting. The venue has a really stylish feel but still creates a relaxed atmosphere. The coordinators are brill. Give me a shout if you want an unbiased recommendation of the venue. It’s all good stuff from a photographers perspective.
- FFather of the Bride28/08/2025PerfectPerfectHad an incredible 2 night stay at Pentney Abbey for my daughters wedding. The accommodation was superb, clean and well appointed. Our wedding planner Megan was incredible, calm, and made sure all the worry and arrangements worked and on time. The ceremony room was beautiful, and the food we had was fantastic. All the staff went out their way to ensure we had a stress free day, the caterers, bar staff , ancillary people, we couldn't fault a single thing.Had an incredible 2 night stay at Pentney Abbey for my daughters wedding. The accommodation was superb, clean and well appointed. Our wedding planner Megan was incredible, calm, and made sure all the worry and arrangements worked and on time. The ceremony room was beautiful, and the food we had was fantastic. All the staff went out their way to ensure we had a stress free day, the caterers, bar staff , ancillary people, we couldn't fault a single thing.
- AAlice & Jack23/02/2025The perfect wedding venueThe perfect wedding venueWe are so glad we chose Pentney Abbey for our November wedding. It is a beautiful venue, with so much character which is exactly what we wanted. Meg was our wedding planner - she was amazing at helping us plan the details leading up to our wedding day. Meg always responded to us super quickly, answering any questions we had! On our wedding day, Meg was great at ensuring everything went smoothly and the day was stress-free. Our guests all commented on how beautiful the venue was, and how tasty the food was! Thank you to Meg and the Pentney team for making our wedding day so magical.We are so glad we chose Pentney Abbey for our November wedding. It is a beautiful venue, with so much character which is exactly what we wanted. Meg was our wedding planner - she was amazing at helping us plan the details leading up to our wedding day. Meg always responded to us super quickly, answering any questions we had! On our wedding day, Meg was great at ensuring everything went smoothly and the day was stress-free. Our guests all commented on how beautiful the venue was, and how tasty the food was! Thank you to Meg and the Pentney team for making our wedding day so magical.
- JJenna & Bradley Cairns12/11/2024The best day of our entire lives The best day of our entire livesI don’t know where to begin. We fell in love with Pentney abbey back in 2022 when we secured our date for November 2024. We visited the venue a fair few times on the opening days and fell in love with it all even more - we knew this is where we wanted to get married. 6 months before the wedding, you’re assigned a wedding planner & I truly believe we hit the jackpot with ours. Katherine Twiggs, you are amazing. I genuinely would’ve been lost with you. Your calmness, support, reassurance, kind & genuine ways weren’t unnoticed and were very much appreciated throughout the build up to our wedding and on the day itself. Kath, you went above and beyond to make sure every single wish of ours was fulfilled, your attention to detail & care was appreciated more than you’ll know. The whole UNV team were amazing from start to finish. The day was absolutely faultless. Any stress or worries which either of us had were taken away by the team and we were made to feel so very special. The food was delicious, we received so many compliments. And the thought behind the staff of not interrupting us on the dance floor with the evening food but putting it in the honeymoon suite for us to enjoy later, along with some cake & bubbles was grateful appreciated. All of the guests commented on what a beautiful venue Pentney Abbey is, how seamless everything was made to be, how accommodating the staff were & how much they all thoroughly enjoyed themselves. I don’t think I’ll ever be able to thank Kath enough, I feel I’ve gained a friend in her, thank you thank you thank you. For giving us the most perfect day of our lives that we truly will treasure forever… can we do it all again please?! I don’t know where to begin. We fell in love with Pentney abbey back in 2022 when we secured our date for November 2024. We visited the venue a fair few times on the opening days and fell in love with it all even more - we knew this is where we wanted to get married. 6 months before the wedding, you’re assigned a wedding planner & I truly believe we hit the jackpot with ours. Katherine Twiggs, you are amazing. I genuinely would’ve been lost with you. Your calmness, support, reassurance, kind & genuine ways weren’t unnoticed and were very much appreciated throughout the build up to our wedding and on the day itself. Kath, you went above and beyond to make sure every single wish of ours was fulfilled, your attention to detail & care was appreciated more than you’ll know. The whole UNV team were amazing from start to finish. The day was absolutely faultless. Any stress or worries which either of us had were taken away by the team and we were made to feel so very special. The food was delicious, we received so many compliments. And the thought behind the staff of not interrupting us on the dance floor with the evening food but putting it in the honeymoon suite for us to enjoy later, along with some cake & bubbles was grateful appreciated. All of the guests commented on what a beautiful venue Pentney Abbey is, how seamless everything was made to be, how accommodating the staff were & how much they all thoroughly enjoyed themselves. I don’t think I’ll ever be able to thank Kath enough, I feel I’ve gained a friend in her, thank you thank you thank you. For giving us the most perfect day of our lives that we truly will treasure forever… can we do it all again please?!
- LLexi and Robson Hensby26/10/2024My Wedding DayMy Wedding DayI just HAD to shout out Olivia Howard, Sue and Andrew as well as all the staff who helped make our wedding day flawless and magical. I cannot fault a single thing and they went over and above in so many ways. Nothing was too much, even when we had a mishap with the candle holders! They coordinated with our suppliers with ease and my husband and I are so grateful to you all ❤️ If you are considering a venue filled with character and charm, take my advice and have your wedding here! You won't regret it 🥰I just HAD to shout out Olivia Howard, Sue and Andrew as well as all the staff who helped make our wedding day flawless and magical. I cannot fault a single thing and they went over and above in so many ways. Nothing was too much, even when we had a mishap with the candle holders! They coordinated with our suppliers with ease and my husband and I are so grateful to you all ❤️ If you are considering a venue filled with character and charm, take my advice and have your wedding here! You won't regret it 🥰
- SSion & Rebecca Davies14/10/2024Exceeded all expectations Exceeded all expectationsTo summarise, I would seriously recommend Unique Norfolk Venue and their outstanding team to anyone who wants their wedding to go beyond that of their wildest imagination and dreams! As the title read, UNV and their team will exceed all expectations. We went with Unique Norfolk Venues at Pentney Abbey after an extensive search for our vision. We wanted our big day to be more than just our wedding day, we wanted it to be a wedding experience! Above all, we wanted our wedding to be stress free (as possible) for my beautiful bride! We loved so many different venues around Norfolk, however, Pentney Abbey was in a league of its own. The stunning rustic setting with a grand, historic gatehouse and beautiful barn; from our first visit we knew that Pentney Abbey would be perfect for our rustic, autumnal wedding. Over the two year duration of planning our big day, we enjoyed a food tasting and drink tasting day with UNV and their catering team which helped us make an informed decision about our menu and drinks. We met with loads of excellent suppliers hand picked by UNV numerous occasions so we could listen and take onboard advice and choose our decor. And correspondence from UNV couldn’t have been any easier. Our planner, Aiyana, was there for us from day one when we were allocated a planner. We had plenty of meetings whether that was in person or over the phone or video call. Aiyana really made us feel at ease and in full control; she made sure everything that needed to be done was done! She listened to our vision and what we wanted, pointing us in the right direction and worked hard. Aiyana ran the UNV team on the big day and made the wedding a truly, breathtaking, once in a lifetime experience! And credit to all the UNV staff who made the day go smoothly. I do need to mention the price tag. Over our extensive search we very quickly came to understand how expensive weddings are. Pentney Abbey is no exception and when you look on paper, yes, it is costly. Although, having mentioned the price tag, was it worth it? Absolutely, it was worth every penny! To say money well spent is an understatement because I couldn’t not have asked for a better day for my beautiful bride! In terms of what you get from a venue, a wedding package, a planner and staff to run the day, UNV at Pentney Abbey really did cover everything and more! Furthermore, looking the price tag and it is very easy to see how UNV and the team do make your wedding as stress free as possible and help you every step of the way, making the whole experience enjoyable and manageable. I won’t go into detail about the decor or our vision as everyone will have their own vision for their wedding. I will leave you with one of my favourite photos; our first kiss as Mr. & Mrs Davies.To summarise, I would seriously recommend Unique Norfolk Venue and their outstanding team to anyone who wants their wedding to go beyond that of their wildest imagination and dreams! As the title read, UNV and their team will exceed all expectations. We went with Unique Norfolk Venues at Pentney Abbey after an extensive search for our vision. We wanted our big day to be more than just our wedding day, we wanted it to be a wedding experience! Above all, we wanted our wedding to be stress free (as possible) for my beautiful bride! We loved so many different venues around Norfolk, however, Pentney Abbey was in a league of its own. The stunning rustic setting with a grand, historic gatehouse and beautiful barn; from our first visit we knew that Pentney Abbey would be perfect for our rustic, autumnal wedding. Over the two year duration of planning our big day, we enjoyed a food tasting and drink tasting day with UNV and their catering team which helped us make an informed decision about our menu and drinks. We met with loads of excellent suppliers hand picked by UNV numerous occasions so we could listen and take onboard advice and choose our decor. And correspondence from UNV couldn’t have been any easier. Our planner, Aiyana, was there for us from day one when we were allocated a planner. We had plenty of meetings whether that was in person or over the phone or video call. Aiyana really made us feel at ease and in full control; she made sure everything that needed to be done was done! She listened to our vision and what we wanted, pointing us in the right direction and worked hard. Aiyana ran the UNV team on the big day and made the wedding a truly, breathtaking, once in a lifetime experience! And credit to all the UNV staff who made the day go smoothly. I do need to mention the price tag. Over our extensive search we very quickly came to understand how expensive weddings are. Pentney Abbey is no exception and when you look on paper, yes, it is costly. Although, having mentioned the price tag, was it worth it? Absolutely, it was worth every penny! To say money well spent is an understatement because I couldn’t not have asked for a better day for my beautiful bride! In terms of what you get from a venue, a wedding package, a planner and staff to run the day, UNV at Pentney Abbey really did cover everything and more! Furthermore, looking the price tag and it is very easy to see how UNV and the team do make your wedding as stress free as possible and help you every step of the way, making the whole experience enjoyable and manageable. I won’t go into detail about the decor or our vision as everyone will have their own vision for their wedding. I will leave you with one of my favourite photos; our first kiss as Mr. & Mrs Davies.
- CCat28/08/2024Magicians!Magicians!5.0 Maddy & UNV Team are Magicians We are still on cloud nine from having the perfect day thanks to the incredible team at Pentney Abbey. It was absolutely magical from setting up the day before to walking around the grounds the morning after. We could not believe all of the time, effort and attention to detail that had been made for us. We planned our UK celebration from our home in Wisconsin, USA. From the get-go the planning team adapted seamlessly from doing a virtual tour all the way throug5.0 Maddy & UNV Team are Magicians We are still on cloud nine from having the perfect day thanks to the incredible team at Pentney Abbey. It was absolutely magical from setting up the day before to walking around the grounds the morning after. We could not believe all of the time, effort and attention to detail that had been made for us. We planned our UK celebration from our home in Wisconsin, USA. From the get-go the planning team adapted seamlessly from doing a virtual tour all the way throug
- CChris and Indre28/08/2024Pentney AbbeyPentney AbbeyWe viewed Pentney Abbey as a potential wedding venue on a rainy, miserable Sunday in March 2023 - it’s safe to say we instantly fell in love with the venue and booked a date for June 2024. We were assigned Beck as our planner and honestly, you are so lucky if you get Beck! She answered all of our questions, pointed out some that we hadn’t thought about and always matched our own excitement for our upcoming big day. Beck, thank you so much for looking after us and helping us through the planningWe viewed Pentney Abbey as a potential wedding venue on a rainy, miserable Sunday in March 2023 - it’s safe to say we instantly fell in love with the venue and booked a date for June 2024. We were assigned Beck as our planner and honestly, you are so lucky if you get Beck! She answered all of our questions, pointed out some that we hadn’t thought about and always matched our own excitement for our upcoming big day. Beck, thank you so much for looking after us and helping us through the planning
- TTom and Katie28/08/2024Unbelievable UnbelievableMe and my fiancé Katie got married at Pentney abbey 07/10/2022. We booked our special day after our first visit to the venue as we fell in love with it straight away. Our wedding planner Maddy was unbelievable. She was always on hand with prompt responses from the minute we booked our wedding. And on our day everything went so smooth. Maddy kept us calm and really looked after us. We couldn’t have done it without her. Thankyou and we have memories that will be with us forever Me and my fiancé Katie got married at Pentney abbey 07/10/2022. We booked our special day after our first visit to the venue as we fell in love with it straight away. Our wedding planner Maddy was unbelievable. She was always on hand with prompt responses from the minute we booked our wedding. And on our day everything went so smooth. Maddy kept us calm and really looked after us. We couldn’t have done it without her. Thankyou and we have memories that will be with us forever
Location & Contact Details for Pentney Abbey
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What makes Pentney Abbey a luxury wedding venue in Norfolk?
Pentney Abbey offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern luxury, featuring a beautiful barn with rustic stone walls and wooden floors, a stunning medieval gatehouse with original features, and idyllic riverside views. Its award-winning status and comprehensive amenities make it a top choice for couples in Norfolk.
Where is Pentney Abbey located?
Pentney Abbey is located in West Norfolk at PE32 1JT, King's Lynn, Norfolk, England, GB, set on 12 acres of beautiful gardens and riverside land.
What facilities are available for wedding ceremonies and receptions at Pentney Abbey?
The venue features a beautiful barn for wedding breakfasts and evening parties, a medieval gatehouse for ceremonies, gardens for welcome drinks and canapés, and ample space for dining and dancing. The barn includes a chic modern bar and large double doors leading to outdoor lawns and patios with seating and heaters.
Can guests stay overnight at Pentney Abbey after the wedding?
Yes. Pentney Abbey offers charming cottage accommodation, a cosy farmhouse, and a lavish newly renovated honeymoon suite, comfortably hosting up to 18 people. Additionally, luxury bell tents are available in the summer season (May-September) to accommodate up to 22 more guests.
Are there outdoor areas for guests to relax during the wedding?
Guests can enjoy the beautiful lawns, a patio with outdoor seating and heaters, and private idyllic gardens during the wedding event, providing perfect spots to relax and socialize throughout the night.
Is Pentney Abbey suitable for capturing wedding photographs?
Absolutely. Pentney Abbey offers a range of stunning photo opportunities across its private gardens and riverside views on 12 acres of land, ideal for memorable wedding photography.
What seasons are the luxury bell tents available at Pentney Abbey?
The luxury bell tents at Pentney Abbey are available during the Summer season, from May through September, providing additional accommodation for up to 22 guests in a unique and comfortable setting.
Does Pentney Abbey cater for both the wedding breakfast and evening party?
Yes, the beautiful barn at Pentney Abbey is designed to host both the wedding breakfast and the evening party, with ample space for dining, dancing, and a modern bar to ensure a memorable celebration.
How many guests can Pentney Abbey accommodate overnight?
The venue can accommodate up to 18 guests in its cottages, farmhouse, and honeymoon suite, with an additional 22 guests possible by using the luxury bell tents in summer, totaling up to 40 overnight guests.
What award recognition does Pentney Abbey hold as a wedding venue?
Pentney Abbey is an award-winning historic venue, recognised for its exceptional setting, facilities, and service, making it a distinguished choice for luxury weddings in Norfolk.
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