The Woodlands at Hothorpe

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£4,500 - £10,950 for Venue Hire
Up to 120
23 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
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Description

The Woodlands is a unique, exclusive use venue boasting a picturesque countryside setting, an enchanted outdoor ceremony area, and both indoor and outdoor spaces, allowing you to make the most of the scenery, whatever the weather. We are able to accommodate a maximum of 120 people for your ceremony and wedding breakfast, increasing up to 180 people for your evening reception. From gourmet dining to relaxed buffets, our extensive food and drink options mean you’re sure to find something that suits your style. Whatever you choose, it’s guaranteed to leave an impression Manicured lawns and wild flowerbeds surround The Woodlands – an ideal location for fun and games, as well as fantastic photo opportunities. Enjoy drinks and lawn games before gathering everyone together to toast marshmallows around the firepit as the sun starts to set Continue the celebrations with your family and friends as night time falls upon the Woodlands. Welcome your evening guests with a hand crafted cocktail and party the night away to your choice of entertainment. Don't worry - there are 22 Woodland lodge bedrooms for your guests to stay overnight and join together for breakfast the following morning. For yourselves? Sleep amongst the trees in our Treehouse Suite. We understand that wedding planning can be overwhelming, this is why we have prepared our existing wedding packages as a great place to start your planning journey. Wanting something a little alternative? We welcome the opportunity to create a bespoke package that brings your plans to life.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Aimee and Alice
We look forward to welcoming you to The Woodlands and hearing about all your plans for your big day!

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2015
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
4

Overview of The Woodlands at Hothorpe

Wedding Venue Type
Garden / Outdoor
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
120
Reception Capacity
180
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
23
Sleeps No. of People
59
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance
Sound System Available
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Wedding Venue Details

Open Flame Permitted
Exclusive Use
Disabled Access
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Wedding Catering

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
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Pricing for The Woodlands at Hothorpe

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£4,500
Maximum Price
£10,950
Venue hire charge changes depending on the time of year and day of the week you chose to hold your special day. Venue Hire includes: - Exclusive use wedding venue - Stunning Woodlands village for your wedding breakfast and reception - Capacity for 80 ceremony and day guests and 150 evening guests - Use of the indoor and outdoor licensed ceremony space - Sensational treehouse for your newlywed suite - 22 guest bedrooms - Stunning Garden Cottage available for your pre-wedding night (payable separately) - Fantastic Woodland Tipi for your drinks reception
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Couple accommodation included
External caterers not permitted
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Furniture included
Guest accommodation included

In-house Catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£105
Maximum Price
£129
Our in-house team, led by our executive head chef, have created a mouth watering wedding breakfast menu which is freshly prepared and cooked onsite using only the finest seasonal ingredients. Wedding Breakfast and drinks package ranges from £105 and includes: Welcome drink Canapes (higher packages only) 3 Course Wedding Breakfast Wine for the wedding breakfast Sparkling toast drink Tea, Coffee and Chocolates Extensive Evening Buffet options from Evening Grazing to Feasts over the Fire, means you are sure to find something that suits you and whatever you chose it's guaranteed to leave an impression. Prices range from £17.95
What is included in this pricing:
Menu tasting included
Wine allowance per guest
Minimum numbers apply
Cutlery included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Table linen included

Reviews for The Woodlands at Hothorpe
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Sam Clulow
Happy couple married in August
August 2024
Sensational Service & Exceptional Venue

We can't recommend the Woodlands at Hothorpe enough, it is such an amazing venue, supported by a dedicated and dilligent group of hard working staff. From booking to organisation, nothing was too much and they took care of the detials. The food was second to none, they made our perfect day. Not the cheapest venue but everyone of our guests had a sensational time and couldn't stop talking about the place. Thank you Alice and the team at Hothorpe, you were and are amazing! Regards Sam & Jemma

Dean and Laura George
Happy couple married in August
August 2024
Perfect wedding experience

My partner and I had our wedding at Hothorpe and it was perfect. The staff were friendly and happy to help with any query, our wedding co-ordinator Aimee supported us through the whole process and made sure the day ran smoothly and the suppliers suggested were perfect and so good at what they do. The food was the best food at a wedding I and our guests have ever had, they are still talking about it nearly two weeks later! The venue is fully accessible and had space for quiet areas for those with neurodiversities. Everything went so well and we couldn't of wished for a more perfect day.

Mar and Jo
Happy couple married in January
February 2024
Fantastic place to have our wedding.

The place is absolutely gorgeous, the staff were brilliant our day went smoothly. The surroundings are lovely we kept our decorations minimalist, you can't beat nature.

Eve and Matt
Happy couple married in October
December 2023
The most beautiful wedding day

Aimee and the whole team at the Woodlands were incredible! They made everything just so easy. Absolute pros! They recommended amazing suppliers for the day which all had only great things to say about the woodlands, the tree house was beautiful only wish we had longer! And one thing I really loved was after me and Matt had walked back up the aisle Aimee had our drink of choice waiting for us! Honestly couldn’t of made things easier or more special! Beautiful venue

Julie and Andy
Happy couple married in March
December 2023
The venue itself is beautiful

We had our wedding at The Woodlands and the whole team were so brilliant in helping us make it such an amazing day. The Team are such professionals and everyone kept checking in on us throughout the day - seeing how relaxed and cheerful they were definitely put us at ease! The venue itself was beautiful, we were so lucky to be able to have our ceremony at the hideaway outside, and loved staying at the treehouse. It was ideal for the laidback and fun wedding we had in mind.

Joanna
Wedding: August
December 2023
This venue is perfect

We've just come back from a wedding at the woodlands. This venue is perfect, definitely worth the travelling. Absolutely immaculate, clean, tidy, nothing out of place or damaged. The area felt very safe which meant the children could happily run around and play freely. The wooden lodges were also stunning, perfectly clean, spacious and lots of amenities, with breakfast the following day again perfect. Literally nothing I could complain about.

Laurie & Tom
Happy couple married in August
December 2023
We couldn't recommend the woodlands enough!

We chose The Woodlands due to our wishes to have our dog with us on the day. What we got was far more than expected though. The team were with us every step of the way and helped in any way they could. I'd strongly recommend visiting on of the open days and you'll be blown away, every time we visited it was more spectacular than the last time. Every one of our guests spoke so highly of the venue, it's setting, the staff and the food.

Victoria and David
Happy couple married in August
December 2023
It is the most unique, beautiful & whimsical place

We had our wedding at Hothorpe in August. It is the most unique, beautiful and whimsical place to get married and we had the most wonderful day. The woodlands area is lit with twinkle lights and provides the most magical place to walk down the aisle. We loved the fact that everything was so close by, from the reception and wedding breakfast area, to the cozy lodges just across the grass area. Can’t recommend enough and if we could do it again - we would.

Emily and Nick
Happy couple married in November
December 2023
We had the wedding of our dreams

Thank you to the whole of your team for helping to make our day wonderful. Everyone was helpful, friendly and committed to their work. The food and cocktails were delicious, our guests were very impressed. We had the wedding of our dreams and it is largely due to the hard work of your team, so thank you again for everything!

Emma and Dan
Happy couple married in November
December 2023
All the staff were fantastic

Everyone commented on what a great venue Hothorpe is. We were told by alot of people that it was the best wedding breakfast they had ever had! Also all the staff were fantastic, nothing was too much trouble and the whole day went so smoothly. All the waiting staff were so professional and blended in the background but were also there when we needed them which was fantastic. All the little things made our day run so smoothly and meant we didn't worry about anything.

Location & Contact Details for The Woodlands at Hothorpe

Wedding Venue Address
Hothorpe Road, Theddingworth, Leicestershire, LE17 6QX, England, United Kingdom
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Describe the best wedding that happened at The Woodlands at Hothorpe?

It's so hard to pick just one! Honestly, every wedding that takes place at The Woodlands holds such a special place in our hearts. We go on such a journey with couples, so its amazing when you see it all come together on the day as they'd imagined. No two weddings are the same, which is why we love each and every wedding so much individually. Having said that, we do love seeing new ideas and inspirations coming through the door. Some personal favourites this year have been audio guestbooks, floral installations from the ceiling in our Dining Room, a light archway to enter the Tipi, and of course four-legged friend in adorable outfits!

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

Our number 1 planning tip would be to try not to get overwhelmed by the planning process. Break down your big wedding planning project into manageable bitesize chunks, and book in a meeting with your wedding co-ordinator to go through any questions you may have - that's what we're here for after all!

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

The best personal touch we've ever seen at a wedding was Sarah and Gareth's music video. Rather than having a wedding video, the couple arranged for a company to come and create a music video of their wedding day to the song 'One that I want' from Grease. Sarah and Gareth met doing theatre productions together, and a lot of their guests were also friends from theatre, so they knew that everyone would be up for getting involved! The end result was brilliant, and looked like so much fun, and the personal level behind it is so special! Have a look at 'Sarah and Gareth's' music video in the video section of our page!

Describe The Woodlands at Hothorpe in 5 adjectives

Enchanting, charming, romantic, idyllic, unique

Where’s the best photo spot at The Woodlands at Hothorpe?

Everyone in the Weddings Team has a different answer to this one as there are soo many beautiful photo spots. But we all agree that the bandstand looks stunning in the day, surrounded by the trees, and even more magical in the evening when it's lit up in the dark.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at The Woodlands at Hothorpe?

The Woodlands was actually chosen to feature in the Real Full Monty in 2021! Chris Hughes, Jamie Lomas, Shaughna Phillips, Coleen Nolan and many more all stayed at The Woodlands for a couple of days to film and raise awareness for breast and prostate cancer.

What’s your favourite canapé?

100% the BBQ pork belly skewers!! These are a firm favourite at weddings (and in the office too!), and even better, they can also be made to be GF and DF!

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

This would definitely be our S'more station! Imagine ending your wedding day in the Tipi, toasting marshmallows around the firepit with all of your guests. Sounds like the best idea of a midnight treat!!

What is The Woodlands at Hothorpe most unique feature?

Couples are always blown away by our Newlywed treehouse suite. A luxury room fitted with a log burner, roll top bath, wine fridge and a balcony to overlook the surrounding countryside is such a treat, and very much needed after a night of dancing! Not many people can say they slept amongst the treetops on the night of their wedding, it is a truly unique feature and amazing experience.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

We are most proud of the bond that we have as wider Team. Whether you work in the housekeeping team, maintenance, weddings, operations or kitchen, we all come together to pull off every wedding to make the couples dream a reality. Our bond between departments shines through our service, making the entire experience a happy and relaxed one for couples, throughout the planning process, and then on their wedding day too.
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