The Details
Type of Ceremony
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Civil ceremony license
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Humanist / Celebrant weddings
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Outdoor Ceremonies
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Receptions Only
Venue Setting
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Countryside
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Lakeside
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Woodland
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Remote
Venue Type
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Country House
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Stately home
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Manor House
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Mansion
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Marquee Site
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Unusual
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Other
Catering Options
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Outside Caterers
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Preferred Caterers
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BBQ & Hog Roasts
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Asian
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Jewish
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Caribbean
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Halal
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Kosher
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Greek
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Vegan
Additional Facilities
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Exclusive use
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Outdoor ceremonies
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One wedding per day
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Bridal suite
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Guest rooms
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Marquee space
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Licensed bar
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Dance floor
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Live music permitted
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Discos permitted
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Wedding coordinator
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Swimming pool
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Inhouse Toastmaster
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Onsite car parking
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Bespoke weddings
What Our Couples Love
- Private Lakeside setting
- Licenced for Civil Ceremonies
- Guest Accommodation
- Island Outdoor Wedding Ceremony
- Exclusive use Wedding Venue
- Luxury Marquee all inclusive
- Preferred or Outsourced catering
Frequently asked questions
Can we have exclusive use of the venue?
Yes
Are you licenced for civil ceremonies?
Yes
Can we have the wedding ceremony outdoors?
Yes on out Temple Island
Do you charge corkage if we supply our own wine?
Yes, but please call for more details.
Can we use our own caterers?
Yes, but please call for more details
From what time can we get access to decorate the venue?
Flexible on each booking, but please call for more information.
What time does the reception need to finish?
Midnight
Are fireworks allowed?
No
Is confetti allowed?
Biodegrade confetti only
Are candles allowed?
Yes
Is there a honeymoon or bridal suite?
Yes
Is there accommodation on site?
Yes
Is there additional accommodation nearby?
Yes
Special Guides for Brides offers
Ardington House wedding deal
Up to £2,000 off venue hire on any of our remaining 2020 peak season dates
Instructions
Saturday venue hire
OLD PRICE - £8,000
NEW DISCOUNTED PRICE - £6,000
Friday and Sunday venue hire
OLD PRICE - £6,500
NEW DISCOUNTED PRICE - £5,000
Monday – Thursday venue hire
OLD PRICE - £5,000
NEW DISCOUNTED PRICE - £4,000
Terms and conditions
Subject to availability. Get in touch for full t&cs.
About Ardington House
At Ardington House you find a mixture of elegance, warmth and style. Surrounded by a tranquil lake, manicured gardens, an island and a luxury marquee. This wedding venue in Oxfordshire is also licenced for civil ceremonies indoors and outdoors.
Ardington House is a beautiful Georgian building with 30 acres of gardens and a private lake all offered to you on an exclusive use basis. Located in South Oxfordshire, this private estate has beautiful gardens, perfectly manicured lawns and its own island for your unique ceremony, making it an idyllic setting for your wedding day.
We are licensed for wedding ceremonies, which can take place in the house itself or outside on the beautiful Temple Island. The Imperial Hall and South Lawn are the perfect spots for reception drinks and our elegant lakeside marquee is ideal for your wedding breakfast and evening celebrations.
Our lakeside marquee has a dining area with the capacity to accommodate 200 guests and is beautifully finished with chiffon draping, chequered dance floor and more enabling you to create the perfect celebratory atmosphere with panoramic views facing onto the Georgian House, lake and gardens.
Our event manager will be on hand to offer help and advice with the planning and to ensure everything runs smoothly on the day.
Ardington House has excellent transport links, only 25 minutes from Newbury and Oxford, 75 minutes from central London and 45 minutes from Heathrow airport.
Pricing info shown in the listing summary:
Based on a typical wedding reception for 80 guests, including venue hire, wedding breakfast, drinks package and evening buffet.
