The Rufus Centre

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Price: From £1,325
Guests: 200

Description

The Rufus Centre is a highly flexible venue that offers tailor- made packages to suit your budget and tastes. Our Wedding suite has plain and simple décor making it the ideal blank canvas for any colour scheme or theme and together with our stunning ceiling canopy and twinkling curtain it provides the perfect backdrop for your day. We offer a comprehensive decorations package or can work with independent decorators to ensure you get the look you want. We have a civil wedding license, ideal if you want to hold everything all under one roof. Our Wedding Suite can accommodate up to 200 guests for both a ceremony and reception. We also have rooms suitable for an intimate ceremony with 25 - 30 guests or a larger ceremony for 70 guests. The Rufus Centre has spacious lawns and a picturesque wedding garden ideal for those important photographs, as well as providing an ideal space for arrival drinks or evening barbecue. If being outside or in a marquee is what you have dreamed of for your wedding – then The Rufus Centre field would be ideal. It is private, enclosed, flat and secure as it can be only be accessed via the Rufus Centre car park. For your wedding dinning we offer several options, we work with local caterers to provide a variety of different menus or we are happy to work with your own specially selected caterer so you get to choose exactly what you want for the day. All couples booking with us will benefit from a team who will make sure your ceremony and reception is stress free and expertly managed. We also offer ample and complimentary parking on site for all your guests.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2010
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
20

Overview of The Rufus Centre

Wedding Venue Type
Event Venue
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
200
Reception Capacity
200

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Sound system available
Fireworks permitted
Wedding license
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Wedding Venue Details

Exclusive use
Marquee permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
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Wedding Catering

External catering permitted
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-House Wine List
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Cultural Specialists

Muslim Wedding Specialist
Asian Wedding Specialist

Pricing for The Rufus Centre

Wedding Venue Hire Only
Price from £1,325.00
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Location & Contact Details for The Rufus Centre

Wedding Venue Address
Steppingley Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 1AH, England, United Kingdom
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What types of wedding packages does The Rufus Centre offer?

The Rufus Centre offers highly flexible, tailor-made wedding packages designed to suit your budget and personal tastes. Whether you desire a simple ceremony or an elaborate event, they work closely with you to create the perfect experience.

Can The Rufus Centre accommodate both the wedding ceremony and reception under one roof?

Yes, The Rufus Centre holds a civil wedding license, allowing you to have both your ceremony and reception in the same venue, providing convenience and a seamless celebration.

How many guests can The Rufus Centre accommodate for a wedding?

The Wedding Suite at The Rufus Centre can accommodate up to 200 guests for both the ceremony and reception. Additionally, there are smaller rooms suitable for intimate ceremonies with 25 to 30 guests and larger ceremonies for up to 70 guests.

What kind of décor and decoration options are available at The Rufus Centre?

The Wedding Suite features plain and simple décor, serving as a perfect blank canvas for any color scheme or theme. The centre offers a comprehensive decorations package, but you are also welcome to work with independent decorators to customize the look for your special day.

Are there outdoor spaces available at The Rufus Centre for weddings?

Yes, The Rufus Centre boasts spacious lawns, a picturesque wedding garden ideal for photographs, arrival drinks, or evening barbecues, as well as a private, enclosed, flat field accessible only via the centre's car park—perfect for outdoor or marquee weddings.

Does The Rufus Centre provide catering services?

The venue collaborates with local caterers offering a variety of menu options to suit your preferences. You are also welcome to bring your own specially selected caterer to ensure the dining experience meets your exact desires.

Is parking available for wedding guests at The Rufus Centre?

Yes, there is ample complimentary parking available on site for all your wedding guests, ensuring convenience and ease of access during your celebration.

How does The Rufus Centre support couples in managing their wedding day?

All couples benefit from a dedicated team who will ensure your ceremony and reception are stress-free and expertly managed, providing support throughout your special day.

Can The Rufus Centre accommodate themed weddings?

Absolutely, with its simple décor acting as a blank canvas and available decoration packages, The Rufus Centre can be styled to suit any wedding theme or color scheme you envision.

Where is The Rufus Centre located?

The Rufus Centre is located in Bedford, Bedfordshire, England, with the postcode MK45 1AH, offering a convenient and picturesque setting for your wedding.