Applewood Hall Venues in Norfolk

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Complimentary stay in one of our Posh Glamping Pods* for your wedding night with a free bottle of Prosecco included! (*Subject to availability)

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The Details

Type of Ceremony

Civil ceremony licensed
Outdoor Ceremonies
Receptions Only

Venue Setting

Countryside

Venue Type

Barn
Unusual
Other

Guest Accommodation

1 to 9 guests
10 to 29 guests
30 to 99 guests

Catering Options

Inhouse Caterers
BBQ & Hog Roasts
Vegan

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
Onsite car parking
Wedding packages
Bespoke weddings

What Our Couples Love

Marquee-lined reception venue
Flexibility & friendly service
Large dance floor, stage and bar all in same room
Glamping pods & Shepherd's cabins
Enclosed wedding garden
Neutral decor & fairy lights
Two licensed ceremony rooms
Variety of menus & ability to cater for dietary requirements

Frequently asked questions

Can we use our own caterers?

Unfortunately not as we have our own in-house catering team. Our menu prices include all our crockery, cutlery, glassware and waiting staff so there’s no additional costs to have to consider unless choosing one of our starred seasonal dishes which does carry a small supplementary charge. You are also welcome to provide your own wedding cake and sweetie table/ cart.

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

You may have access from 09.00 on the day of your wedding or from 10:00 until 17:00 the previous day should we have no other bookings. Please check this with us one week beforehand. Should you wish to have guaranteed access the day before your wedding, a discounted venue hire fee will be charged.

What time does the reception need to finish?

The bar closes at 23:30 with the Hall closing at midnight. We can extend our licence until 01:00 (bar close at 00:30, venue close at 01:00) for an additional fee.

Are fireworks allowed?

Unfortunately not as these may be hazardous/ upset the nearby animals of Banham Zoo.

Is confetti allowed?

Yes! However we ask that only biodegradable or “bird friendly” confetti is used.

Are candles allowed?

To protect our marquee lining, we do not permit naked flames inside Applewood Hall. However, candles in appropriate containers/ hurricane lanterns may be placed outside in the garden.

Can we have exclusive use of the venue?

Yes! All our wedding receptions have exclusive use of Applewood Hall as standard.

Are you licenced for civil ceremonies?

Yes! We can offer ceremonies in one of two rooms; The Oak Rooms which is just a 3mins walk from Applewood Hall and is a lovely suite of rooms with beautiful beamed ceilings, accommodating 70 guests. Or The Orchard Room, which seats 90 guests and adjoins Applewood Hall with modern LED colour-changing lighting, lots of natural daylight and access out into our new wedding garden.

Can we have the wedding ceremony outdoors?

Yes! We can hold outdoor ceremonies in our beautiful wedding garden, which is dog-friendly too.

Do you charge corkage if we supply our own wine?

You are welcome to provide your own wine, Prosecco or Champagne - corkage charges will apply.

Are there noise restrictions if we have a live band?

No, however we ask that the volume is at an acceptable level whereby staff within the Hall can communicate with guests.

Is there accommodation on site?

Yes! We have six cosy Glamping Pods and five luxury Shepherd’s Cabins, which can sleep up to 36 guests onsite. Our campsite also provides spacious pitches, electric hook-ups and a children’s play trail, perfect for group camping to give your wedding a festival feel!

Is there additional accommodation nearby?

Yes! There are lots of lovely B&Bs and boutique hotels in the local area for if glammping isn’t quite your cup of tea including; Sherbourne House Hotel, Breckland Lodge and Lime Kiln Farmhouse.

Special Guides for Brides offers

Applewood Hall wedding deal

Best of Both - Intimate Ceremony - Big Evening Party - £4,800 All Inclusive Package

Instructions

40 DAY GUESTS | 60 EXTRA EVENING GUESTS

Complimentary Set-up Day
Hire of the Oak Rooms for Your Ceremony
Exclusive Use of Applewood Hall for Your Reception
Table Linen with a Choice of Chair Sash
Celebratory Glass of Prosecco Per Guest on Arrival
Afternoon Tea Wedding Breakfast
Glass of Prosecco Per Guest to Toast
Evening BBQ or Hog Roast
Posh Glamping Pod for Newlyweds on their Wedding Night

Call 01953 715336 to check available dates and book your show round today.

Terms and conditions

Mid-week dates, Monday to Thursday, available throughout 2021. Additional day guests may be added at £55.00 per person, additional evening guests at £13.50 per person.

About Applewood Hall

Situated in the quaint village of Banham, one of Norfolk’s best-kept secrets, Applewood Hall offers an undeniably unique wedding venue for your special day whether it’s an intimate gathering or a grand affair.

Within the rustic charm of our marquee lined hall, you will find not only your perfect wedding venue and two licensed ceremony rooms, but a friendly and professional team ready to deliver the day of your dreams so you can relax, with the peace of mind that the essential elements of your day are all taken care of.

We understand that every wedding and civil ceremony is unique and the memories created will last forever. So we offer couples the opportunity to create their perfect wedding day without the constraints of a formal wedding package, to ensure everything is just the way you imagined.

We also offer quirky accommodation with our cosy glamping pods and luxury-styled shepherd's cabins providing the perfect retreat after a long night on the dancefloor.

And if that wasn’t enough, Applewood Hall is located next to Banham Zoo, so if you fancied something a little bit different whether it’s a giraffe feeding experience, a ceremony within the zoo grounds or photos with some of the stunning animals – anything is possible!

You really can tailor the day to suit your wishes, so if you would like something truly unique, please get in touch!

Pricing info shown in the listing summary:
Based on a typical wedding reception for 60 guests, including venue hire, wedding breakfast, drinks package and evening buffet.

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My Husband and I had our wedding reception at Applewood Hall on Saturday 28th September. We had the best day, everything ran so smoothly and the venue was perfect for what we needed. Kiera was very helpful in the run up to the wedding, answering any question I had big or small and offering advice. Dawn did a fab job with the food, it was delicious and she even made us a yummy cheesecake wedding cake. The staff were all professional and helped the day run smoothly. We would highly recommend Applewood as a wedding venue and cannot thank Kiera and her team enough for making our dream day come true. Thank you for everything! Mr and Mrs Wright.

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Hannah Wright

31-10-2019

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Our absolute pleasure Hannah! Thank you so much for taking a moment to leave us some feedback. So glad we could help bring your day to life just how you imagined it! The Hall really did look beautiful with all your finishing touches - hope you managed to eat your way through all the cheesecake eventually!! Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness together. Kiera & the Applewood Hall team x

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31-10-2019

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We’ve recently had our wedding reception at applewood hall and we couldn’t fault it, the staff are brilliant, the food is fantastic and the hall is beautiful. We could relax on our big day knowing the children were safe in the enclosed hall/ garden and all our wedding party stayed together. The Dj and dance floor is situated in the middle of the hall which is brilliant in getting everyone to get up and dance. Throughout our wedding planning Kiera was fantastic any question or query we had she would reply in an instant. We also stayed in the shepherds cabin and had a fantastic weekend with friends and family, the cabin was very clean and very organised with a lovely Patio area outside, it also has a play area on the corner of the camping area which was brilliant for the children. I would definitely recommend Applewood hall, it made our big day perfect.

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Claire Lawrence

05-09-2019

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Thank you so much for your kind words Claire - it really does make our day when we receive lovely feedback such as this. We thought your navy blue and ivory colour scheme was very elegant and the addition of the cork and fairy lights as part of your table centres looked so pretty when it got darker. Wishing you and Paul lots of love and future happiness. Kiera & the Applewood Hall team x

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06-09-2019

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My husband and I had our reception at Applewood Hall on the 10th August and just wow, wow, and wow! 5*?... More like 10*! Kiera and her team are absolutely fantastic! Dawn, the food was spectacular! I have never seen such professionalism in one place. Nothing was ever too big a job and every single detail was done with the biggest smile. From the very beginning right up until the end, Kiera was there at the end of a message, email, phone to help with anything. A remarkable wedding planner, yes, but definitely now a friend too. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Mr & Mrs Bibby 💛

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Claire Bibby

03-09-2019

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An absolute pleasure - it was a joy to be part of your planning and to see it all come together on your special day. Don't think we've worked with a couple more excited and we loved all the personalised touches - you literally thought of everything! Wishing you all the love and future happiness together. Kiera & the Applewood Hall team x

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03-09-2019

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My husband I got married at Applewood Hall on the 6th of July this year. Firstly I’d like to thank Kiera for all her help and hard work helping us achieve our dream wedding. No question or suggestion was too big or small for her and Kiera’s wealth off experience, knowledge and endless supply of contacts was a godsend.
Not only is the venue breathtaking but with everything in one place it makes the day run smoothly. We also hired 3 of the Shepard’s cabins for the whole week for with our families. They are wonderful, beautiful decorated ands the campsite vibe is chilled, relaxed and we all felt incredibly safe with our small children.
Thank you again to all at Applewood Hall for their help and hard work on our special day.
Mr and Mrs Jones.

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Lydia Jones

08-07-2019

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Congratulations Lydia and Carl! Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. I'm so glad you had such a wonderful wedding weekend and enjoyed staying in our luxury Shepherd's Cabins. Your mocha and ivory colour scheme was definitely one of my favourites and loved your unique rice-crispy wedding cake! Wishing you both lots of love and future happiness. Kiera & the Applewood Hall team x

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10-07-2019

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We had our wedding day at applewood hall and it was amazing from start to finish nothing was too much! Kiera and her team worked really hard and gave us the best day of our lives! I couldn’t recommend applewood hall more! Amazing 😊 Thank you so much!

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Rachel Littlewood

25-06-2019

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Congratulations Rachel and Liam! What a fabulous day - we so enjoyed hosting you and your guests here at the Hall on Saturday and loved all the little touches. From the hanging lanterns and orb confetti balloons to styling our garden gazebo and your personalised napkins, you thought of everything and it came together beautifully! Wishing you all the love and future happiness together. Kiera & the Applewood Hall team x

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26-06-2019

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Kiera and her team were absolutely fantastic and after having experienced our Wedding at Applewood Hall, I would strongly recommend this venue! My partner and I honestly had 101 questions to ask her at the start and throughout the months of planning with her, she genuinely was brilliant at keeping us less stressed! Also, I want to thank Dawn and the rest of the team who catered to all of our guest’s needs and requirements for our meals and drinks, we appreciate everyone’s efforts to ensure the day was brilliant. Highly recommended :)

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Millie Pereira

29-05-2019

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It was such a pleasure to help you plan your special day. Your beautiful, heartfelt ceremony bought a tear to my eye - it was so lovely to witness you say your own vows to one another. Wishing you every future

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26-06-2019

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We had our wedding at applewood Hall on the 20.04.19 and it was absolutely incredible. The venue is such a hidden gem, none of our guests knew it was a wedding venue but all commented on how beautiful it was. The value for money with this venue is great and we couldn't believe how lucky we'd been to find such an amazing venue for such an amazing price! The food was delicious and I had a number of guests come to me and say how lovely it was. All the staff are friendly and happy to help, and Kiera is just an absolute star! We booked the venue over a year ago and I dread to think the amount of emails we've sent Kiera in that time, but she was always more than happy to help us in any way she could. Even on the day she was just around the corner to help us if we needed anything. We really had the perfect day thanks to Kiera, the staff and Applewood Hall in general! X

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Ashleigh Stevenson

23-04-2019

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What a lovely review - thank you so much for taking the time to share this with us. We so enjoyed helping you plan your perfect day and were delighted when you decided to go with our new fairy light canopy installed by Sam Race Venue Decoration - it looked stunning especially for your first dance! We hope you have a magical mini-moon in Paris, Kiera & the Applewood Hall team x

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23-04-2019

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Me and my husband had our wedding here on 6.4.2019 and we cant thank Kiera and the applewood Hall team enough. Kiera is a fantastic credit to applewood. The cater dawn made some fabulous food and wedding favours. My family have been commenting on how well the food was and how lovely the staff were. It was such a lovely place to have our wedding and the pods are cosy. ❤️

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Jade Edwards

09-04-2019

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Thank you so much for your lovely feedback Jade. I really enjoyed assisting you and Thomas with your wedding day, our first of 2019! Your movie theme came together perfectly and I'm so glad you and your guests enjoyed the menu. I will certainly pass your thanks onto Dawn. Wishing you both lots of love and future happiness. Kiera & the Applewood Hall team x

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09-04-2019

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We had our big day at Applewood Hall on 1st December 2018 and it was absolutely perfect. From the ceremony right through to the evening reception everything seemed to run so smoothly, which was noticed by our guests. From the initial meeting with Kiera well over a year before our wedding day, we knew this was the place we wanted to get married. Having not really heard of the venue before, it has since become more and more popular since booking and I now see it advertised everywhere. The venue is the perfect place to build your wedding how you want it with plenty of options when it comes to food, drinks and external vendors and lots to suit various budgets.

Kiera was great from start to finish answering any questions we had and reassuring us with how everything would go on the day. Even the little details that you wouldn’t think of like where the bride would go when I arrived and which way I would walk in, when the music was played etc. I didn’t have to worry about anything other than turning up. Timings were perfect down to the ceremony, food and we were even prompted when it was time to cut the cake which was really helpful as time easily runs away with you. The staff were so attentive and plates were taken away promptly.

When meeting Dawn the caterer, I was reassured that our family and friends with allergies would be well catered for. It was great to tailor our menu so that no one was left out. I have vegan friends who are usually left with fruit salad for dessert so to be able to have a brownie was great for them. I have to say the food was absolutely delicious and portion sizes were plentiful. I didn’t get to try much of the buffet as I was so full from my wedding breakfast but I saw people going back for seconds and the sausage rolls were absolutely amazing (I always make room for those!).

Thank you to everyone at Applewood Hall for making our day memorable and special. I really hope that someone else in my family or friendship group gets married here so that I can return!

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Christie

07-12-2018

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Wow! Thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely recommendation. It was an absolute pleasure to help you plan your special day. We loved helping with the little details; who could forget your walk-in music (Jurassic Park theme tune!), then there were the gingerbread couple favours, the sparkly gold animal table centres and let's not forget your baby announcement! Wishing you both all the love and happiness for all your future adventures. Kiera & the Applewood Hall team x

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07-12-2018

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We had our wedding reception at Applewood Hall in August 2017. It was beautiful inside and out. Everyone loved the garden it was truly stunning! And made for some lovely photos. The food was so delicious I still get family talking about the fish cakes and cheesecake!! Kiera was very helpful throughout and was always there to answer my many questions! Thank you for everything.

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Mr & Mrs Bird

09-11-2017

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