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Your Perfect Wedding Venue in Rutland
If you’re dreaming of a wedding that combines historic charm with modern comfort, The Wisteria Hotel in Oakham is a fantastic choice. This Grade II listed building dates back to 1604 and beautifully blends 17th-century character with Georgian elegance and contemporary design. Located at the top of Oakham’s high street and just minutes from the stunning Rutland Water, it offers a peaceful and picturesque setting for your big day.
Flexible Spaces Tailored to Your Celebration
Whether you’re planning an intimate ceremony or a lively reception, The Wisteria Hotel has the perfect space for you. All rooms are licensed for civil ceremonies, giving you the freedom to celebrate every moment in style.
- The Barn Suite: This spacious suite includes the Barn Room and the adjoining Barn Lounge. The Barn Room, on the first floor, features a stunning vaulted ceiling and can host up to 80 guests for a seated meal or 75 for your ceremony. The ground-floor Barn Lounge has its own private bar and dance floor, ideal for evening celebrations with up to 100 guests.
- The Georgian Suite: For smaller weddings, the elegant Georgian Suite on the ground floor offers a cozy and inviting atmosphere, comfortably accommodating up to 40 guests.
Exclusive Use and Comfortable Guest Accommodation
Want the whole venue to yourselves? The Wisteria Hotel offers exclusive use for 24 hours, giving you and your guests complete privacy to enjoy your wedding day and celebrations. The hotel has 25 en-suite bedrooms, including a luxurious honeymoon suite, ensuring everyone can relax and unwind. Room options range from super king and twin rooms to family rooms and studio suites. Plus, special group rates are available when booking five or more rooms.
Expert Planning, Delicious Catering, and Convenient Location
The Wisteria Hotel’s dedicated wedding coordinator and experienced team are here to make your day seamless and stress-free. Choose from a variety of thoughtfully crafted packages or work with them to create a bespoke experience tailored to your vision. Their in-house catering team uses fresh, locally sourced ingredients to prepare delicious menus, and many packages include a food tasting for the bride and groom. Plus, the venue is just a short walk from the Rutland Registry Office (Catmose Cottage), making legal formalities easy and convenient.
Experience
Overview of The Wisteria Hotel
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
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Wedding Catering
Reviews (3)
- KKathryn Roper14/04/2023A really nice hotelA really nice hotelA really nice hotel. Very good and attentive staff. Lovely clean rooms and a great breakfast service. Would highly recommended.A really nice hotel. Very good and attentive staff. Lovely clean rooms and a great breakfast service. Would highly recommended.
- AAnna Roberts- Finn14/04/2023Such a lovely stay and venueSuch a lovely stay and venueSuch a lovely stay and venue. Held my wedding breakfast here and stayed at the hotel with my mother before the day. Each staff member went above and beyond, the rooms are clean, spacious and have all you need. Breakfast was brilliant too. Family members have already booked rooms again! Do visit.Such a lovely stay and venue. Held my wedding breakfast here and stayed at the hotel with my mother before the day. Each staff member went above and beyond, the rooms are clean, spacious and have all you need. Breakfast was brilliant too. Family members have already booked rooms again! Do visit.
- AAnna Hanson14/04/2023We stayed at the Wisteria hotel for our weddingWe stayed at the Wisteria hotel for our weddingWe stayed at the Wisteria hotel for our wedding. The staff were so helpful and very accommodating. Rooms were very nice. Breakfast was delicious. We had a meal in the pop up beer garden the night before our wedding, the food was great and the garden was set up very well with tables spread out nicely for social distancing. Food and accommodation was great value for money also. Thank you again to the hotel staff for making our stay special.We stayed at the Wisteria hotel for our wedding. The staff were so helpful and very accommodating. Rooms were very nice. Breakfast was delicious. We had a meal in the pop up beer garden the night before our wedding, the food was great and the garden was set up very well with tables spread out nicely for social distancing. Food and accommodation was great value for money also. Thank you again to the hotel staff for making our stay special.
Location & Contact Details for The Wisteria Hotel
Where is The Wisteria Hotel located?
The Wisteria Hotel is located in Oakham, Rutland, England, with the postal code LE15 6HW. It is situated at the top of Oakham’s high street and just minutes from the scenic Rutland Water.
What makes The Wisteria Hotel a unique wedding venue?
The Wisteria Hotel is a Grade II listed building dating back to 1604, combining 17th-century charm, Georgian elegance, and contemporary design. This blend creates a historic yet modern atmosphere perfect for wedding celebrations.
Are civil ceremonies allowed at The Wisteria Hotel?
Yes, all rooms at The Wisteria Hotel are licensed for civil ceremonies, allowing you to hold your ceremony and reception all in one elegant venue.
What event spaces are available for weddings at The Wisteria Hotel?
The venue offers flexible spaces including:
- The Barn Suite: Accommodates up to 80 guests for a seated meal and up to 75 for ceremonies, with an adjoining lounge that features a private bar and dance floor, ideal for up to 100 guests in the evening.
- The Georgian Suite: Suitable for smaller weddings, comfortably hosting up to 40 guests in a cozy setting.
Is exclusive use of the venue available for weddings?
Yes, The Wisteria Hotel offers exclusive use of the entire venue for 24 hours, giving you and your guests complete privacy throughout your wedding day and celebrations.
What accommodation options does The Wisteria Hotel provide for wedding guests?
The hotel features 25 en-suite bedrooms including a luxurious honeymoon suite. Room types include super king, twin, family rooms, and studio suites. Special group rates apply when booking five or more rooms.
Does The Wisteria Hotel provide wedding planning assistance?
Yes, there is a dedicated wedding coordinator and experienced team available to help make your wedding day seamless and stress-free. They offer various thoughtfully crafted packages and can also tailor bespoke experiences to your vision.
What catering options are available for weddings at The Wisteria Hotel?
The in-house catering team prepares delicious menus using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Many wedding packages include a food tasting session for the bride and groom to ensure satisfaction with the menu choices.
How convenient is the location of The Wisteria Hotel for legal wedding formalities?
The venue is just a short walk from the Rutland Registry Office (Catmose Cottage), making it easy and convenient to handle all legal formalities related to your wedding.
Can The Wisteria Hotel accommodate both intimate and large wedding celebrations?
Absolutely! Whether you're planning a small, intimate ceremony in the Georgian Suite for up to 40 guests or a larger celebration in the Barn Suite with up to 100 guests, The Wisteria Hotel offers flexible spaces to perfectly suit your wedding size and style.
