£3540 - £9360 for a package
Up to 48
20 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence
shortlisted
The perfect venue for your perfect day, we are a ceremony and reception venue.
Features & Capacity
Overview
Venue Type
Country House
Manor House
Dining Capacity
48
Reception Capacity
110
No. of Bedrooms
20
Sleeps No. of People
60
Bridal Suite
Standard Room
Usual Access Time
09:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 AM
Venue
Bridal Changing Facilities
Disabled Access
Exclusive Use
Grade I/II Listed Building
In-House Wedding Coordinator
Landscaped Gardens
Marquee Permitted
On-Site Parking
Open Flame Permitted
Outdoor Reception Space
Pet-Friendly
Spa On-Site
Water View
Ceremony & Reception
Church Within Walking Distance
Confetti Permitted
Dancefloor Available
Sound System Available
Wedding Licence
Food and Drink
Alcohol Licence
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-house Catering
In-House Wine List
Cultural Specialists
Asian Wedding Specialist
Jewish Wedding Specialist
Muslim Wedding Specialist
Full Description
Built in 1824 and set in 10 acres of beautiful woodland, East Dene Isle of Wight wedding venue is a tribute to Victorian splendour. The past home of Algernon Swinburne – Poet and Raconteur – it is a treasure trove of history, through its time as the Convent of the Sacred Heart and as a Country Hotel.
We will host a memorable reception for you and your guests; up to 50 inside the grade 2 listed mansion house and up to 150 in our marquee following a wedding at the church of your choice. Book a full wedding service package, with a civil wedding or partnership, in one of our four licensed rooms. From weddings of the rich and famous to the girl next door, our focus is you.
We will work with you to help create the wedding that you always imagined. With private use of the house and grounds you’ll get time to prepare for the big day, help us with any of the tiny details that will make a big difference, or maybe you’ll find time to relax in our hot tub… You’ll also benefit from our advice and contacts. We can arrange anything from flowers, cakes, marquee dressing, ordering wine, chefs. Even arranging activities such as a couples massage, pamper sessions, fishing boat trips, zorbing or golf.
Contact our Wedding Planner on 01983 852374 to arrange a viewing, meet our Chef and talk through
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: Stella
Hello and welcome to East Dene, please do get in touch to design your own perfect wedding day with us. Come for a coffee and a no obligation viewing and have a chat with myself and our chef to create your perfect day.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2004
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
25
Reviews
(6)
Charlie & Delphine
Married in October 2017
December 2017
it was absolutely spot on
Delphine Byford
· 3 October 2017
We held our wedding at the beautiful East Dene this September 2017 and it was absolutely spot on. We didn’t have any issues on the day, the food was lovely and all the staff were very friendly and helpful. Stella was very patient with us throughout all our extensive planning, she is an absolute star! We highly recommend this venue with its beautiful location and fantastic staff. Thank you for making our wedding weekend an unforgettable event! Charlie, Delphine & little Alexander Xx
Blue & Dean
Married in September 2017
December 2017
we can't rate this place highly enough
We had our zombie wedding here Sept 2017 & everything about the place, the build up, & the staffing team was AWESOME! Stella is incredible, a genuinely lovely person who was so laid back (particularly considering what we wanted to to to her beautiful location!) & super efficient at getting everything & anything done, she was incredibly tolerant & helped to make the day the roaring success it ended up being. The venue is fantastic, as are the grounds, & we could not have wished for a better team to support our day, who all even opted to make themselves into fantastic zombies! We can't thank you all enough, we can't rate this place highly enough, you all rock, love the Pike family xxx
Barbara
Wedding: September 2017
December 2017
Brilliant venue
Brilliant venue for my daughters wedding. The staff were so amazing and super helpful.... totally recommend this wonderful place. Thank you guys xx
Jeni Law
Wedding: August 2017
December 2017
Beautiful venue
This is one of my favourite venues! I really love the poetic ambience of the house, beautiful panelling and a stunning staircase so a bride can really make an entrance. The grounds are perfect for an outdoor wedding too. amazing views across The Channel. I just love it!
Lou and Carly
Married in September 2016
December 2017
best day of our lives
We had the best day of our lives. Every little detail was taken into consideration. Nothing was too much trouble for the team to do for us, they all went above and beyond. All of our guests enjoyed themselves and were looked after equally as well as we were. The food was brilliant and the wedding organiser planned it all perfectly. The rooms and grounds are beautiful so we have lots of wonderful photos. Highly recommend.
Josie & Del
Married in September 2016
December 2017
Everything here is magical!
Everything here is magical! The views are breathtaking, the rooms are beautiful and the staff were amazing!
Nothing was too much bother, Stella went above and beyond to make sure our day was perfect. She went from organising guests, transporting fish to taking care of a child that got too overwhelmed!!
We honestly couldn't have asked for anything more and would like to thank you for all you have done in the last 18months!
Press & Awards
(1)
Press & Awards (1)
Hampshire Life, Isle of Wight County Press
FAQ
(10)
Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?
Other than my own wedding reception (which has to be the best of course), we hosted an Indian/English wedding and reception. There was a mandup erected on our lower field for 2 of the hindu ceremonies, there was also an english civil ceremoy follwed later that afternoon with a renewal of vows by the same registrars.
The meals were a traditional English ploughmans lunch with a local cheeseboard, then our chefs created the the brides grandparents family recipe of indian dishes.
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
It's your day, have it the way you want it.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
I encourage couples to add personal touched to their wedding and make it their own, not just any other wedding. Each one we do here is bespoke and has personal inputs from themselves and family members, from using grandma's vintage china for high tea right through to the home-made favours for the guests.
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
Magical, personal, special, flexible, awesome
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
There's so many, either with the sea views framing your perfect day or with the mansion house as a backdrop.
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?
The closest to 'celebrity' we have had have been, one of the previous producers of 'The Basil Brush Show', we also hosted the ceremony and receptio for the 2 co-organisers of The Bestival.
What’s your favourite canapé?
Roast beef with caramelised red onion in miniature yorkshire puddings.
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Cheese and crackers, not good of a night time I know but its my favourite :-)
What is your venue's most unique feature?
We've been told many times that what makes us unique is that we are down to earth, relaxed and flexible when needed. We put our own personal touch on each wedding as well as the bride and groom having the overall say so on how they want their day to be.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
Our approach to every wedding being individual.