The Old Beams Inn is an authentic, 11th Century, family owned and run public house and restaurant, situated on the Dorset and Hampshire borders of the New Forest. It offers the perfect setting for your intimate wedding reception with a beautiful, bright, and spacious conservatory/orangery room. We’re licensed to hold civil ceremonies at The Old Beams, so if you’re looking for the whole package, this space can be transformed to hold your ceremony, where you are able to share your special moments all in one space. We have a sizeable outdoor area with brand new decking and ample seating for guests to mingle over welcome drinks and canapés or evening cocktails and photos. We are surrounded by the beautiful forests, natural wildlife, and stunning landscapes of the National Forest Park, and plenty of idyllic locations for photographic opportunities nearby. With great flexibility and uniqueness to the space, The Old Beams Inn can be tailored to meet your desires and dreams for your special day. Our conservatory/orangery room can seat up to 65 guests and up to 120 guests in total including the evening. However, if you just can’t decide on that guest list and want to ensure everyone can share your special day, we do offer exclusivity for the day for an additional fee. Our catering is in-house, and our menus have been carefully created with locally sourced farm produce, creating several bespoke menus including elegant and delicious dishes for you and your guests. Alongside our menu we have a wonderful house wine list which has been paired with our menus, although if you fancy bringing something special or have a particular beverage in mind for the day, we do offer corkage options too. We understand how demanding planning a wedding can be, so we have our very own wedding coordinator to help assist and advise you throughout your planning process. Storm is with you from the initial planning stages, to saying ‘I do’, to dancing the night away as husband and wife!

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Storm & Simon

Firstly, congratulations on your engagement and forthcoming wedding from everyone here at The Old Beams! We pride ourselves on making the day of your dreams just as special as you could imagine it, having our wedding coordinator with you every step of the way we hope to execute a seamless wedding day for you and your loved one. I look forward to welcoming you to The Old Beams Inn, and we’d like to thank you for considering us for your special day! Simon & The Beams Team

Experience

Year Business Was Established

2019

No. of Weddings Hosted

Between 10 and 30

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

The Old Beams Ibsley Features & Capacity

Overview

Venue Type

Pub

Restaurant

Dining Capacity

Reception Capacity

Usual Access Time

10:00 AM

Usual Finish Time

12:00 AM

Late Night Extension

Yes

Ceremony & Reception

Dancefloor Available

Wedding Licence

We have a lovely celebrant vendor we work with if you are looking for a more personalised ceremony for your special day.

Confetti Permitted

Venue

Disabled Access

Bridal Changing Facilities

Exclusive Use

In-House Wedding Coordinator

On-Site Parking

Beautiful quaint cottage available for bridal party.

Food and Drink

Alcohol Licence

In-house Catering

In-House Wine List

Bespoke menus and drinks packages which are also included in some of our packages.

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

The Old Beams Ibsley Pricing & Costs

Packages
(total price)

Prices Start At

£1,460

Maximum Price

£11,995

Number of Guests Included

Our prices include a range of packages from Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum. These are explained in more detail in our wedding brochure. For a further additional fee we do offer exclusive use of our venue, whereby you will have use of all the facilities and cottage accommodation. Please see brochure or get in touch to discuss further options.

What is included in this pricing:

Furniture included

Canapés included

Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)

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

Day before set up available

Couple accommodation included

Wedding coordinator available on the day

Multiple course wedding breakfast

I have just celebrated my 60th birthday at this venue and can honestly say that the evening went without a hitch from start to finish ! The staff from David front of house , Chef Nick , bar staff , waiters and waitresses were brilliant 👌. Buffet was superb and the atmosphere fantastic! Nothing was ever too much trouble! Thank you to Storm who organised all the arrangements prior to my party ensuring it ran smoothly 🙂. The Old Beams is definitely a firm favourite with our family...

Norma

Wedding: November

June 2024

Norma - Google Review

We went to the old beams Inn after our daughters wedding. The service was excellent, they gave us time to chat and made us feel very welcome. The food was brilliant. They welcomed the couple's dog, gave him treats and water. Everyone really enjoyed the afternoon.

Rosemary S

Wedding: November

June 2024

Rosemary S - Google Review

As soon as you walk in to the old beams , you get a vibe its friendly and relaxing atmosphere. Service is best I have experienced. Food is top notch!! Plus the end of the meal my friend was presented a fab board with special treats and happy birthday message 😍 My family all say definitely visit to eat again

Iain Welton

Happy couple married in June

June 2024

Iain Welton - Vow Renewal Reception

We can't rate the old beams highly enough. After coming here over the last year for food and drinks we decided that after our vow renewal we would hold our reception here. The staff are friendly, helpful and go above and beyond for you. The food is absolutely amazing and we had endless comments all night about it. They catered for all types of dietary requirements and food allergies. Storm organised everything for us and nothing was too much trouble, she is an absolute gem.

Katie H

Wedding: December

June 2024

Katie H - Google Review

Lovely evening ! Easy to book, staff were very friendly, food was absolutely delicious and prompt. Great end to our holiday in the new forest. Will definitely be coming back to this place on our return ! Thank you Old Beam Inn !!

Trish G

Wedding: November

June 2024

Trish G - Google Review

This is a fantastic pub out in the countryside. One of the best carvery meals we've ever had. There was an excellent choice of meats and we were spoilt for choice on all the veg and trimmings. The staff were really nice and attentive. Highly recommend if you're in the vicinity.

Sian L

Wedding: October

June 2024

Sian L - Google Review

The front of house were attentive and incredibly welcoming, not just to us, it was quite quiet at the beginning of evening bookings but we could hear them being so lovely to everyone that entered. Despite the September heatwave the restaurant was at an ideal temperature. We wished we lived locally and we're considering moving just to be closer and go through the whole menu! Thank you for an unforgettable experience :).

Matthew B

Wedding: June

June 2024

Matthew B - Google Review

Absolutely the best pub food in the area. I had pork 5 ways and it is an absolute treat.

Richard D

Wedding: May

June 2024

Richard D - Google Review

Great service and amazing food. Will definitely be visiting again.

Becky H

Wedding: April

June 2024

Becky H - Google Review

Amazing food!!! amazing staff!!! Everything worked like a well oiled machine. We could not have asked for more. Thank you

The Old Beams Ibsley Location & Contact Details

Website

Phone

Address

The Old Beams Ibsley, Ibsley, Hampshire, BH24 3PP, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

We are situated just off the A338, Salisbury Road, we're north coming from Ringwood and south coming from Salisbury. We are easily accessible from all directions whether you are coming from Dorset, travelling from London or venturing down from the North.

Nearest Town

Ringwood

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M27/A31

Nearest Train Station

Bournemouth/Salisbury

Nearest Airport

Bournemouth/Southampton

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Describe the best wedding that happened at The Old Beams Ibsley?

One of our best weddings would be a vow renewal. After 50 years of marriage they wanted to share their love with friends and family all over again. They described their first wedding to us and it felt like we had transported in time.

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

Choose what you want and don't do everything to please others - it's your day your way!

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

Bride had a star wars cake made for her husband, talk about dedication!

Describe The Old Beams Ibsley in 5 adjectives

Unique, rustic, bright, Relaxed and Welcoming

Where’s the best photo spot at The Old Beams Ibsley?

Harbridge a picturesque bridge surrounded by fields and the beautiful Avon River a two minute walk from the grounds.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at The Old Beams Ibsley?

We've had no celebrities as of yet, however we have had the pleasure of hosting one of the royals in the past!

What’s your favourite canapé?

Rare fillet of beef wellingtons

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Mini Fish and Chips

What is The Old Beams Ibsley most unique feature?

The tree in the middle of the conservatory/orangery (don't worry its not a fixed feature!)

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Our Team, they are excellent and strive to deliver the best possible experience for all our guests!

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