Ashridge House

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£199 - £249 pp
Up to 280
189 Bedrooms
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Steeped in history and once residence to King Henry VIII, Elizabeth I and Prince Edward, you and your guests will be royalty for the day!
Ashridge House Pricing & Costs

Packages
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£199
Maximum Price
£249
Minimum Number of Guests
90
• Exclusive use of a ceremony, reception, dining and evening reception room plus a private sitting room for the couple • One glass of Prosecco or Bucks Fizz per guest as a welcome drink • Three course wedding breakfast followed by tea, coffee and petit fours (supplemental charges may apply to certain menu options) • Half a bottle of house wine per guest • One glass of Prosecco or Bucks Fizz per guest for toasts • Unlimited still and sparkling mineral water • Tables • Chiavari chairs • White table linen and white linen napkins • Easel to display your table plan • Table number stands • Cake stand and knife • Wooden dance floor • Complimentary stay in a Brownlow Lodge for the couple on their wedding night with Champagne and chocolates • Preferential accommodation rates for guests • Dedicated Wedding Coordinator to assist with onsite planning • Recommended supplier list • Three course wedding menu and wine tasting for the couple
What is included in this pricing:
Furniture included
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Couple accommodation included
Ashridge House Features & Capacity

Overview

Venue Type
Stately Home
Dining Capacity
280
Reception Capacity
400
Usual Access Time
10:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
01:00 AM
Late Night Extension
Yes

Ceremony & Reception

Sound System Available
Fireworks Permitted
Wedding Licence
Dancefloor Available
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Confetti Permitted

Venue

Landscaped Gardens
Bridal Changing Facilities
Disabled Access
Grade I/II Listed Building
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator
Pet Friendly
Open Flame Permitted

Food and Drink

In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence
External Catering Permitted
Asian Catering
Kosher Catering
No Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

Cultural Specialists

Asian Wedding Specialist
Jewish Wedding Specialist
Muslim Wedding Specialist
Ashridge House Full Description
Each chapter of your day will reveal a striking new backdrop with our interlocking heritage rooms, providing a seamless flow, as your day unfolds. Complete with a blend of romantic gothic and Italian architecture, original chandeliers, marble fireplaces, opulent golf-leaf adorned painted ceilings, 190 acres of landscaped gardens and our breath-taking staircase to complement your style. Wedding planning journey - You will be assigned a personal Wedding Coordinator to help with all the venue planning, who will also be there on the big day, working tirelessly behind the scenes, to ensure your vision comes to life! So you can rest easy knowing that you are experienced and friendly hands. Morning of your day - You and your Wedding party can get ready and relax in one of our Heritage rooms Your ceremony, civil or religious - Licenced for civil ceremonies for up to 180 of your family and friends on our breath-taking staircase - Why not say ‘I do’ in our stunning garden settings – South terrace, Italian gardens, Rose gardens, Herb gardens and many more… - The Ashridge House Chapel is available for your Christian blessing, conducted by our Reverend or your own officiant if required Our capacity - We have various options for your sit-down meal, ranging from 40 guests to 280 guests Stay with us - We have 190 bedrooms onsite, perfect for you and your guests to rest your heads at the end of an amazing day Our Gardens - Set within 190 acres of beautiful, landscaped gardens, perfect for your all-important photos Getting here - Only 30 minutes from London via car and train - Complimentary parking onsite

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Laura Bradbury Wedding Sales Manager
Thank you for considering Ashridge House for your special day! If you would like to know more about hosting your dream wedding at Ashridge House, please do not hesitate to contact our friendly Wedding team. We look forward to welcoming you to Ashridge House! Laura and the Wedding Team at Ashridge House

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2010
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
9
Reviews
(31)
Jossy & Jovana
Happy couple married in December
January 2024
I honestly had the best day of my life!
Lara thanks so much for everything for our wedding, I honestly had the best day of my life! -Jovana Thank you once again for everything, we had a wonderful time at Ashridge House. -Jossy
Nicola & Charlie
Happy couple married in December
January 2024
Thank you Ashridge for being such incredible hosts
The day went amazingly, and we can only thank you Lara and the staff at Ashridge for being such incredible hosts. From food to music, you nailed it!!
Alex & Paul
Happy couple married in December
January 2024
so magical
Omg Laura we cannot thank you enough for everything! What a PERFECT DAY! My family is still in town so we’ve not hit the ground yet, but I just wanted to say thank you so so much for everything.
Bridie & Louis
Happy couple married in November
January 2024
We really felt the love!
Wow what a day, we had the best time and Sophie you were the most brilliant coordinator we could’ve asked for. Thanks for the very kind words too, we really felt the love last Sunday and everyone has still not stopped talking about it! Thanks so much for everything!
Addison & Daria
Happy couple married in November
January 2024
We would choose Ashridge 100 times over again!
"Addison and I wanted to thank you Rachel and your team once again for the most magical day! Even when planning the wedding and after having visited Ashridge multiple times I could not imagine that the actual day would turn out to be so much better than my wildest dreams. The organisation was perfect, and multiple guests commented on how smoothly all the transitions were as well as that no part of the wedding felt like too long or too short.
Becky & Freddie
Happy couple married in November
January 2024
A fantastic day had by all!
We had an absolutely amazing day and wanted to say another huge thank you Laura to you and the team. A fantastic day was had by all and it felt so special, personal and extravagant all of that was thanks to you and the hard work of your team. Ashridge will forever hold a special place in our hearts and we are sure to be coming up to the Bakehouse and a wander around the gardens in the weeks to come.
Ashridge House Location & Contact Details

Address

Ashridge, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 1NS, England

Travel Notes

It is best to enter our postcode in Google Maps and then follow the Hult Ashridge signs through the forest until you reach our beautiful stately home.

Nearest Town

Berkhamsted

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M25 / M1

Nearest Train Station

Berkhamsted

Nearest Airport

Luton Airport and London Heathrow

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Ashridge House Press & Awards
(4)

Industry Awards (4)

International Wedding Awards Berkhamsted Wedding Venue 2023
Guides for Brides Highly Commended 2023 Winner
Guides For Brides 2018 Winner
Hitched Wedding Awards 2023 Winner
Frequently Asked Questions
(10)

Describe the best wedding that happened at Ashridge House?

Every wedding is special and unique, so we don't have the best wedding to share. We love getting to know our couples and it's such a privilege to be part of their special day.

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

Relax and enjoy your special day, try and be present as it will be over so quickly, and you will want to remember every precious moment.

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

We had doves released at a recent wedding, that was pretty special!

Describe Ashridge House in 5 adjectives

Unique Spectacular Castle (although not strictly speaking a castle!) Heritage Fairy Tale

Where’s the best photo spot at Ashridge House?

Our Harry Potter staircase! The staircase in the Grand Hall was the inspiration behind the moveable staircase in the Harry Potter movies!

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Ashridge House?

We often have high profile guests at Ashridge House, we are always very discreet though!

What’s your favourite canapé?

Hard to choose as our chefs are so talented, Salmon tempura with wasabi and lime mayonnaise is one of our favourites though!

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Our twilight bites!

What is Ashridge House most unique feature?

The site dates back to 1283, when it was a monastery founded by Edmund, Earl of Cornwall, in 1539 Ashridge became a royal residence to King Henry VIII and his children. The young Princess Elizabeth I lived at Ashridge, until she was arrested and sent to the Tower of London!

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Ashridge is a truly unique and beautiful venue, it is very special and unlike any hotel or other venue, with its own heritage and charm.

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