The Old Lodge Venues in Gloucestershire

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The Details

Type of Ceremony

Civil ceremony licensed
Humanist / Celebrant weddings
Outdoor Ceremonies
Receptions Only

Venue Setting

Countryside
Remote

Venue Type

Boutique hotel
Small Hotel
Restaurant
Public House
Marquee Site
Unusual

Catering Options

Inhouse Caterers
BBQ & Hog Roasts

Additional Facilities

Exclusive use
Outdoor ceremonies
One wedding per day
Bridal suite
Guest rooms
Marquee space
Licensed bar
Dance floor
Live music permitted
Discos permitted
Wedding coordinator
Inhouse Toastmaster
Onsite car parking
Wedding packages
Bespoke weddings

What Our Couples Love

Wedding Reception Venue
Licensed for Civil Ceremonies
Guest Accommodation
Amazing Views
Bespoke & Unique

Frequently asked questions

Can we have exclusive use of the venue?

Yes you can

Are you licenced for civil ceremonies?

Yes, we have three licensed areas (our intimate panel room, panoramic restaurant and outside pagoda)

Can we have the wedding ceremony outdoors?

Yes, of course weather permitting, we are in the UK after all

Do you charge corkage if we supply our own wine?

Yes, we have our own bars on site, so we prefer use of our own alcohol

Can we use our own caterers?

We have all our own chefs to provide catering for canapes, wedding breakfast and evening buffet

From what time can we get access to decorate the venue?

We are open from 8am every day

What time does the reception need to finish?

Last orders are called at 11.30pm, carriages at midnight, there is an option to extend the bar closing hours for an extra cost

Are there noise restrictions if we have a live band?

No, as long as all rooms are booked by your wedding guests

Are fireworks allowed?

Unfortunately not due to being on National Trust land in the middle of Minchinhampton Common

Is confetti allowed?

Yes, we just ask that it is biodegradable due to being on common and National Trust land

Are candles allowed?

Yes we allow naked flame candles, we are open to most decoration ideas

Is there a honeymoon or bridal suite?

Yes we have a lovely honeymoon/bridal suite with a four poster bed and great views overlooking the common

Is there accommodation on site?

Yes we have 6 double bedrooms on site, we also own The Old Fleece (Woodchester) just down the hill which has on-site apartments

Is there additional accommodation nearby?

Yes we own The Old Fleece in Woodchester which has a range of apartments, there are also plenty of hotels nearby within a 10 minute tax drive

About The Old Lodge

This old hunting lodge wedding venue in Minchinhampton, Gloucestershire is the perfect venue choice. Licensed for civil ceremonies, this venue can cater for your whole special wedding day from start to finish, including guest accommodation.

Celebrate your wedding day in style at The Old Lodge.

Set in the heart of Minchinhampton Common, Gloucestershire, this 400 year old hunting lodge, with spacious gardens and beautiful views across Stroud Valleys is the perfect place to escape the rush. Set against the backdrop of National Trust countryside, there is nowhere more relaxing to spend your wedding day.
The Old Lodge has a newly refurbished panoramic restaurant which seats up to 100 guests, a cosy bar, several smaller, more intimate rooms, including the panelled room and breakfast room and six tastefully decorated double bedrooms.

Our talented team have years of experience to deliver the greatest customer service and will be happy to show you our menu and package choices, or work with you to devise a bespoke menu and customised wedding plans.

We have lots of parking available for guests who are staying elsewhere, whether they are arriving by coach, taxi, car, helicopter, sleigh, horse or parachute! Our dedicated wedding planner is on hand to help you turn your dreams into a gorgeous reality and take care of any last minute touches. For your special day, nothing is too much trouble.

And there can be no better end to your beautiful day than retiring upstairs to the sumptuous master bedroom, sinking into a blissful, much needed sleep and waking to the gorgeous views across Minchinhampton Common and a delicious breakfast with your fellow guests!

Pricing info shown in the listing summary:
Based on a typical wedding reception for 80 guests, including venue hire, wedding breakfast, drinks package, DJ and evening buffet.