£29,000 - £44,000 for Venue Hire
Up to 150
36 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence
Bridebook Deal
Offer Available
Marquee Weekend Weddings
Cowley Manor in Gloucestershire is a stunning country house and wedding venue set within a wonderland of lakes, meadows, cascades and woodland, fully renovated in July 2023.
Cowley Manor Pricing & Costs

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£29,000
Maximum Price
£44,000
Inclusive of exclusive use of the property for 2 days, (excluding C-Side Spa) from 3pm on day 1 until 9am on day 3 with an 11am check out of the bedrooms. All 35 bedrooms are included along with breakfast & use of the C-Side Spa facilities for all guests staying overnight. Your guests can contribute towards the bedrooms, whether that be the full room rate or partial which can be arranged directly with the Cowley team. Typically couples ask their guests to contribute £150-£250 per room.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Couple accommodation included
Guest accommodation included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Furniture included

In-house catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£140
Maximum Price
£160
Wedding breakfast package, inclusive of: • 2 x arrival drinks per person • 5 x canapes per person • Three course meal • Half a bottle of house wine per person • Tea and coffee • A glass of prosecco for the speeches • Evening snacks Packaging can be tailored to suit your requirements, including bespoke menus and upgrade options
What is included in this pricing:
Menu tasting included
Wine allowance per guest
Minimum numbers apply
Set menu options only
Cutlery included
Table linen included
Bespoke menu available
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Cowley Manor Features & Capacity

Overview

Venue Type
Country House
Manor House
Dining Capacity
150
Reception Capacity
150
No. of Bedrooms
36
Sleeps No. of People
74
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Usual Access Time
03:00 PM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 AM
Late Night Extension
Yes

Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance
Sound System Available
Wedding Licence
Dancefloor Available
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Confetti Permitted

Venue

Open Flame Permitted
Water View
Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Marquee Permitted
Spa On-Site
Bridal Changing Facilities
Grade I/II Listed Building
On-Site Parking
Ballroom
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator
Pet Friendly

Food and Drink

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence
Cowley Manor Full Description
Cowley Manor in Gloucestershire is a stunning country house and wedding venue set within a wonderland of lakes, meadows, cascades and woodland. The place can be yours exclusively for both civil ceremonies and receptions. You can also take your vows at St Mary’s Church, situated within the estate. The bright, tastefully decorated rooms and the beautiful surrounding gardens create an enchanting setting. Add to this an exquisite cuisine and the high quality services, and you’ve found an ideal location for your wedding.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Matt
With a grand Italianate exterior and bold iconic interiors, this is the perfect choice for couples. Featuring 36 bedrooms, a multi award-winning spa including heated indoor & outdoor pools, locally sourced food, and 55 acres of Grade II listed gardens, Cowley Manor is the perfect place for a luxury wedding in the Cotswolds. Naturally everything we do at Cowley is bespoke to you and we pride ourselves on being able to make your vision of your perfect wedding day a reality

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2003
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
70
Reviews
(40)
Adam & Sophie
Happy couple married in September
October 2023
Cowley Manor was a dream wedding venue
My husband and I had our wedding at Cowley Manor in September and it really was the most amazing weekend of our lives. The whole process was incredibly easy from start to finish, when deciding on a venue we had a few key criteria - a majority of our wedding party can stay on site, we can have exclusive use and there is flexibility with the food. Cowley ticked all of these off. From the initial call with the wedding team, they shared detailed costings, arranged viewings on a timely occassion and were able to hold our potential date up to two weeks which was great while we continued to look. After deciding on Cowley Manor, everything ran seamlessly - they had a great payment plan and stayed in communication throughout the whole process. Their supplier list was very helpful but we ended up going for different suppliers as we didn't live close to the venue. We ended up having a church wedding at the nearby church in Coberley, the team there were incredible also. The food tasting was incredible and one of our favourite evenings, Matt was always on hand to answer any questions and when we wanted to make a few adjustments on the menu they were more than happy to accomodate. Our guests mentioned that the food was incredible on the day!!! We ended up having exclusive use for two nights and we hosted a great BBQ on the friday night, the food once again was incredible! One thing I will note is that alcohol is pretty pricey - similar prices to London. When taking exclusive use of the venue, there are so many different options that you can do, there are plenty of rooms and space on the grounds to really do whatever you'd like. We had just over 130 guests so opted for the marquee on the grounds to host our wedding breakfast, they have great suppliers and the marquee looked fab and really didn't takeover too much of the terrace. The rooms in particular have all been recently renovated and they really are beautiful - I managed to see most of them throughout the weekend and plenty of options for families, couples, twin sharing. The main suite really is beautiful and has the most incredible terrace - its the perfect place to get ready the day of your wedding. When it comes to entertainment, we had many different vendors, all were accommodated amazingly by Matt and his team. We went big and had a 9 piece band and they easily fit in the main saloon with plenty of dancefloor space. Overall I couldn't have asked for a better wedding venue! I'm so so so jealous of people who are going to have their wedding here next year as it really is a special place. We can't wait to come back to celebrate our anniversaries.
Rosie & Toby
Happy couple married in September
October 2023
We had the best wedding at Cowley Manor!
It's a beautiful venue, inside and out, especially since the recent refurb. Although it's a very high quality establishment, it still felt relaxed and friendly - never pretentious or stuffy. The food was fantastic, and they were flexible with changes we requested to the normal package. Matt and Emma, the wedding co-ordinators, did an excellent job of guiding us through the process from the start and then making sure everything ran smoothly and with no fuss / stress on the day. We were really impressed with how the team transformed the different areas behind the scenes, and once we'd handed off all our preparations to Matt the day before we didn't really have to lift a finger! You do have to be a bit patient with turnaround of emails before the wedding but I think that's fairly standard across the industry as they prioritise and focus on the ones coming next. Everything came together in good time. We're so pleased we chose Cowley Manor as our wedding venue, and will hopefully be back for anniversaries!
Mark and Amelia
Happy couple married in October
November 2022
Dream wedding at Cowley Manor
Excellent wedding venue allowing exclusive hire of all c.31 rooms, dining up to 100 guests and has a church on site (capacity 80). The grounds are stunning and many of our guests commented that the food was the best wedding fare they'd ever had! Emma, the dedicated wedding planner / point of contact was fantastic and took all the stress out of organisation. All the staff are delightful and very helpful.
Marine & Mike
Happy couple married in October
November 2022
Perfect venue for our long overdue wedding
When we started looking at wedding venues in 2018, Cowley Manor was the first one on our list as we wanted a venue that reflected us as a couple. We felt in love with the impressive grounds and stunning manor as much as the contrast with the modern, colourful interior and its many artworks. We felt extremely welcomed from the start and the amazing event team (special thanks to Emma) accommodated our many requests and made our big day feel even more special. We opted for exclusive hire of the manor which was perfect with many guests travelling from abroad and needing to stay at the venue overnight. Due to Covid, we ended up moving our wedding day 4 times, at no extra cost. The food, from canapés to wedding breakfast and midnight munchies was delicious. We’ve just spent a weekend at Cowley to celebrate our 1 month wedding anniversary and were made to feel very special with many little attentions from the team. We know Cowley has changed ownership and will be closing for full refurbishment in the new year but look forward to returning to the hotel in 2023 when it reopens.
Katie & Chris
Happy couple married in September
October 2022
The most perfect day
The staff at Cowley Manor, in particular Emma, were absolutely incredible at ensuring we had our perfect day. Every detail was thought of, taking the stress of the day out completely and allowing us to relax and enjoy our moment. The food was delicious, and the staff were so accommodating we even danced the night away on the bar!
Francesca & Josh
Happy couple married in August
August 2022
Couldn’t have wished for a more perfect day!
Hi Emma, We firstly just wanted to say thank you again to yourself and all of the Cowley team who made our wedding day and stay so special this week - we honestly couldn’t have wished for a more perfect day! Looking through the photos we’ve seen so far, it was definitely the best decision to move out onto the terrace - the photos look amazing and we couldn’t have been happier with the table setups. Thank you again for all of your help.
Cowley Manor Location & Contact Details

Address

Cowley, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL53 9NL, England

Travel Notes

Pop in your Satnav GL53 9NL

Nearest Town

Cheltenham

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M5, J11a / M4, J15

Nearest Train Station

Cheltenham Spa

Nearest Airport

Birmingham

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Frequently Asked Questions
(10)

Describe the best wedding that happened at Cowley Manor?

We loved this wedding as it was so very different! The couple had a lovely marquee wedding with a tipi tent for the children. It was featured in Brides Magazine and included an outdoor ceremony, the bride wore a beautiful white and floral dress featuring roses, hydrangeas and peonies and these were pick out in the flowers that adored the terraces of the gardens which were hand planted especially for the big day to look like wild flowers. In the evening, the back of the Manor was lit up and the 150 guests moved indoors for dancing to a live band and DJ in the ballroom - it was just a fabulous day!

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

Make sure its the wedding of your dreams, not the dreams of the others around you.

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

The Bride had a photo of the Groom's late mother included in her bouquet to be with them through the day.

Describe Cowley Manor in 5 adjectives

Stylish, unique, modern, stunning, full of surprises!

Where’s the best photo spot at Cowley Manor?

Down by the Victorian Cascades, it's so beautiful.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Cowley Manor?

We have, but we couldn't possibly divulge details!

What’s your favourite canapé?

Prawn and spiced tomato, black sesame cone

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

A firm favourite at Cowley is the build your own hot dogs with onions, brioche baps, mustard, hot dog relish, sweetcorn and jalapenos

What is Cowley Manor most unique feature?

There are so many! The Manor itself is Italianate, dating from 1855 and very picturesque. The church is right next door, just 50 steps from door to door!

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Our team - they totally strive to make sure every wedding is perfect and that all the guests have an amazing time.

Bridebook Benefits

Bridebook GiftComplimentary bedroom for the night before the wedding (exclusive use weddings only)