Farnham Castle

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£4,000 - £15,000 for Venue Hire
Up to 210
33 Bedrooms
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Farnham Castle is a stunning, iconic and exclusive multi-award-winning venue for Weddings, set in five acres of beautiful grounds, overlooking the historic, market town of Farnham, on the Surrey and Hampshire border.
Farnham Castle Pricing & Costs

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£4,000
Maximum Price
£15,000
Our Venue Hire includes access to our preparation Gatehouse and Pembroke Suites, the Great Lawn -overlooking Farnham, The Stone Hall is perfect for your drinks reception, The Lantern Hall (or Winchester Suite) is beautiful for your wedding ceremony, The Great Hall for dining and celebrating, The Gallery Bar overlooking the Hall, and The Guildford Suite for the happy couple on the Wedding night. We're also able to offer 33 additional en-suite bedrooms available for overnight guests to pre-book, subject to availability. We offer three incredible Menus to choose from, also which include Reception Drinks, Canapes, and Paired Wines. Please speak to us directly to receive our price guide via email, or if you would like to receive a wedding quote over the phone based on a specific wedding date and your guest numbers. We'd love to show you around Farnham Castle ASAP. Or, please contact us to attend one of our monthly Wedding Open Evenings.
What is included in this pricing:
Couple accommodation included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
External caterers not permitted
Furniture included
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)

In-house catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£135
Maximum Price
£210
Our packages offer, complimentary use of the Gatehouse for the bridal party to prepare on the morning of your wedding; Two or three reception drinks per person; A selection of canapés; Three or Four course Dining Experience; Speciality Teas and Nespresso Coffee; Half a bottle of house wine, per adult, from our Beaufort, Montague or Winchester Wine Lists; A glass of bubbly for the toast; Menu tasting invitation for the wedding couple at one of our exclusive tasting events; Luxury Honeymoon Suite for the newlywed couple; Dedicated wedding specialist who will guide you throughout the planning; Cake stand and knife. Our Dining Menus have been carefully crafted by our in-house chef of 18 + years. We'd be delighted to chat to you about specific dishes or amendments to our existing menus, if required.
What is included in this pricing:
Minimum numbers apply
Bespoke menu available
Menu tasting included
Wine allowance per guest
Cutlery included
Table linen included
Multiple course wedding breakfast

Packages
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£135
Maximum Price
£210
Minimum Number of Guests
30
Our per person menu prices, are added together with our venue hire to give you the overall cost of your wedding day at Farnham Castle. Please speak to us directly to receive a full price guide, with venue hire included, for the date you wish to get married. Our team of Wedding Specialists are ready to take your call 01252 720402.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Canapés included
Furniture included
Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Day before set up available
Couple accommodation included

Packages
(total price)

Prices Start At
£12,100
Maximum Price
£25,000
Number of Guests Included
100
Hire of the Lantern Hall for your Civil Ceremony • Room hire for your day and evening reception • Complimentary use of the Gatehouse and Pembroke to prepare on the morning of your wedding • Two reception drinks per person • A selection of canapés • Three or four course dining experience • Teas, and Speciality Coffee • Half a bottle of wine per adult • Glass of fizz for the toast • Menu tasting for the wedding couple at one of our exclusive tasting events • Luxury Honeymoon Suite for the wedding couple • Dedicated wedding specialist who will guide you throughout the planning • Cake stand and knife Every wedding enquiry we receive is different, but we would love the opportunity to chat about our Beaufort, Montague and Winchester Menus, along with the options available for your day, and our future wedding date availability. We'd love to share more about Weddings at Farnham Castle.
What is included in this pricing:
Canapés included
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
Exclusive use
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Farnham Castle Features & Capacity

Overview

Venue Type
Castle
Dining Capacity
210
Reception Capacity
350
No. of Bedrooms
33
Sleeps No. of People
75
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Usual Access Time
08:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 AM
Late Night Extension
Yes

Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance
Sound System Available
Fireworks Permitted
Wedding Licence
Dancefloor Available
Confetti Permitted
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Pre-wedding preparation Suites; Late Bar Available

Venue

City View
Grade I/II Listed Building
Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Marquee Permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
Ballroom
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator
On-Site Parking
Disabled Access

Food and Drink

In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence

Cultural Specialists

Farnham Castle Full Description
The Castle boasts Grade I and Grade II Listed Buildings with the most incredible history, and is the perfect destination for couples dreaming of somewhere unique. The possibilities at Farnham Castle are endless, and we’d love to help you create an unforgettable day. Our flexible approach means that you can choose where your Ceremony takes place, and where your guests dine, celebrate and party. When you book your wedding at Farnham Castle, our wedding venue is exclusively yours - from our historic Lantern Hall, to our elegant Winchester Suite, and from our stunning Great Hall to our magnificent Great Lawn. We also host outdoor ceremonies on our East Lawn, overlooking our White Rose Garden, and if you’d like a Religious Ceremony at Farnham Castle we offer two beautiful Chapels from very different architectural periods. We are able to host weddings of any size; from intimate weddings for 30 guests, to larger celebrations for over 250, and we have quite literally hosted weddings for couples from all around the world. We also have the best grounds for Marquees, with the most spectacular backdrops and views. Getting ready on-site has so many benefits, and our ‘Gatehouse’ and ‘Pembroke’ are two perfect suites for you and your wedding party to enjoy being together as you prepare for your day. Once your celebrations are over, and you have danced the night away in our Great Hall, and enjoyed night caps in our Tindle Bar, your guests will be overjoyed to head to one of our 33 en-suite Castle bedrooms and you will be delighted to reach the tranquility and luxury of our Honeymoon Suite. Join your guests for Breakfast in our Library the following morning to ensure that everyone has celebrated with you until the very last minute. However you want to celebrate, our experienced team of Wedding Specialists will be happy to guide and advise you through your planning stages, and will be with you throughout your day to ensure that your Wedding is managed to perfection.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Geraldine Lupton, Venue Director
We love weddings, we love watching people celebrate, and most of all, we love that our historic venue gets better and better with age. We understand that no two couples are the same, but our venue is spacious, flexible, and set up to help you experience the wedding of your dreams. Nothing compares to seeing Farnham Castle in person, so we invite and encourage couples to visit us, to realise what a hidden gem we have here in Surrey. We promise, you won’t be disappointed.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2012
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
30
Reviews
(106)
Kevin & Victoria
Happy couple married in December
December 2023
5 star service...
We just wanted to thank you for everything. The staff were very attentive, and overall, you gave us the 5* service we were hoping for. Yesterday couldn't have been any better!
Yumi & Chris
Happy couple married in November
December 2023
We have had endless compliments from guests....
Thank you so much to Gema, and the whole team at Farnham for helping to make our day so incredibly special! We have had endless compliments from guests on how stunning the venue is, how delicious the food was and how friendly and helpful the team were. You even managed to get us clear blue skies on a November day! We knew from our first visit Farnham was the perfect place for us to get married, thank you again for giving us a day we’ll never forget.
Carla and Gary
Happy couple married in October
November 2023
A truly magical day and evening...
We had such a wonderful day celebrating our marriage in-front of our family and friends. Thank you so much for ensuring all our guests had a truly magical day and evening.
Natalie and James
Happy couple married in October
November 2023
The food was a big highlight!
Thank you so much for your assistance before and during our wedding day. It was truly magical and ran so smoothly. Many of our guests have commented on how great the venue was with the food a big highlight!
Funmi & Taylor
Happy couple married in October
October 2023
Wowed by the venue...
HUGE thanks to you and the rest of the team at Farnham Castle for all that you did on our special day. Many of our guests told us how wowed they were by the venue, and how beautiful the castle and grounds were. The day could not have been more perfect, the staff were so professional and the food was great. Again, everything was perfect and we are so grateful.
Charlotte & Brett
Happy couple married in October
October 2023
The most enchanting wedding experience...
We had the most enchanting wedding experience at Farnham Castle! The historic setting was simply breath-taking, and the staff went above and beyond to make our day perfect. From the stunning, intimate ceremony in the Norman Chapel, to the elegant reception in the Great Hall, every moment was filled with beauty and charm. The attention to detail, exceptional service, and delicious cuisine made our special day truly unforgettable.

Farnham Castle - Wedding Open Evening

28th March 2024
Please join us between 6pm & 9pm for dinks and canapés, and for your chance to view our beautiful venue and grounds, and to meet our Wedding Specialists. Contact us to let us know you'll be attending.
Farnham Castle Location & Contact Details

Address

Castle Street, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 0AG, England

Travel Notes

Its best to enter GU9 0AG in to Google Maps. Farnham Castle can be found and the Castle Gates will be open and our team will be awaiting your arrival.

Nearest Town

Farnham

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M3 Junction 5

Nearest Train Station

Farnham

Nearest Airport

Heathrow and Gatwick

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Farnham Castle Press & Awards
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Industry Awards (4)

The Wedding Industry Awards 2017 Regional Winner
The Wedding Industry Awards 2020 Finalist
Wedding Dates 2017 Top Rated Wedding Venue

Bridebook Awards (1)

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Frequently Asked Questions
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Farnham Castle?

All the weddings at Farnham Castle are so special we couldn't possibly answer that question. We love seeing how every couple bring their own theme or floral scheme to the venue - and there's nothing more beautiful than a stunning floral installation hanging from our chandelier centrepiece in the Great Hall. The fairylights in our Great Hall and Stone Hall also look spectacular!

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

Choose a venue where the staff understand exactly what you are looking. Loving the team you're working with (and the venue of course) will make your wedding planning experience ass stress-free as possible so that you and your guests can enjoy every moment.

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

We love how every wedding is different, but a trend that we're seeing at the moment is offering your guests a personalised cocktail or a unique shot, as the evening reception begins with a unique phrase such as: 'We tied the knot, take a shot'.

Describe Farnham Castle in 5 adjectives

Stunning, historic, unique, extraordinary and elegant.

Where’s the best photo spot at Farnham Castle?

We are lucky to have a fantastic grounds team who keep our five acres of gardens looking beautiful all year round. Plus being an 11th century Castle, there are some fabulous architectural features around the entire venue. The Rose Garden is a favourite location for wedding photography as is the historic Keep, and the Fox's Steps for those all important confetti shots.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Farnham Castle?

Everyone, guest, bride or groom is a VIP at Farnham Castle. Recently though, Rod Stewart and his charming wife Penny Lancaster attended a wedding at the Castle. In true celeb style, they arrived by helicopter. Watch our wedding video to get an idea of what your day at Farnham Castle could look like.

What’s your favourite canapé?

We offer a selection of wedding canapes from the farm, from the sea and from the field. A favourite with our guests is our sausage (bespoke to Farnham Castle), with ale braised onions, mashed potato and thyme veal jus, followed closely by our salt and sichuan pepper dusted squid pieces with a tangy Korean gochujang, honey and garlic dipping sauce. Our Head Chef has been creating menus in the Castle Kitchens for 18+ years so he is a true expert when it comes to preparing the food for your wedding.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Again, our chefs are really creative when it comes to evening food. We have a huge choice of evening wedding reception food, including a selection of favourites from Wood Fired Pizza to American Diner, Paella and event Street Food. We even have Churros or doughnut stations available for couples with a sweet tooth! Speak to our Wedding Team to find out more.

What is Farnham Castle most unique feature?

Farnham Castle was originally built for the Bishops of Winchester so, as well as several areas licensed for civil ceremonies, we also have two unique and beautiful Chapels for ceremonies or blessings. We are one of very few venues in the whole of the UK who offer the choice of two Ceremony Chapels.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Our passionate team. They keep everything running like clockwork and always strive to make sure that each couple has the wedding day of their dreams, surrounded by their loved ones. They are all so helpful and friendly and we receive a lot of comments about how they have made a wedding so smooth, stress-free and enjoyable. That's down not only to our Wedding Specialists and hospitality team, but also our Housekeeping Team, Our Chefs and our extraordinary Estate Team. Browse the 'Meet the Team' page on our website to get to know us - we'd certainly love to meet you!