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01628 819050 www.hedsor.com Weddings 01628 819050 www.hedsor.com Introduction 2 Preferred Partners 13 Contents This place is in one word… unreal! I still Set in almost 100 acres of glorious parkland on the doorstep History 3 Local Accommodation 15 remember driving up the drive to Hedsor House Introduction of London, Hedsor House is one of the most picturesque and and my fiancé and I were lost for words when private wedding venues in the UK. The flexibility that Hedsor Your Wedding at Hedsor 5 Hedsor House Awards 17 we saw the house and grounds… we knew A magnificent Georgian country House offers, gives you a ‘blank-canvas’ to create your dream instantly this was it! The wedding was a dream mansion offering privacy wedding. The house is truly yours for the day with the only Jewish, Asian and Marquee Weddings 7 Wedding Services 19 come true. I had the freedom and flexibility limitation being your imagination. provided by the team to do what I wanted to and exclusivity to create an Hedsor House is a truly spectacular, exclusive-use venue whose Hospitality and Catering 9 Contact Details and Directions 54 do. I would recommend this to anyone looking to get married in a stately home with acres of unforgettable wedding. stunning setting matches its fantastic history. Once the home of Augusta the Princess of Wales, the house is set in a glorious Capacities and Floor Plans 11 beautiful grounds! Mr. & Mrs. B. estate perched high above the Thames and approached by a private kilometre-long drive. 1 2 01628 819050 www.hedsor.com Princess Louise and I took a charming drive through Hedsor Park, and after luncheon I sat first with Princess Helena and then with Princess Louise, when we had agreed to have another game of croquet with dear Prince Leo… The Diary of Lady Knightley of Fawsley, 1864 History From welcoming King George III King George III and Queen Charlotte, whose portraits hang at The house and estate remain completely private and are run by Hedsor (above), chose the location of Hedsor House specifically the fourth generation of our family ensuring the utmost privacy and Queen Victoria in centuries for its picturesque position high above the river Thames and and exclusivity, whether that be for a spectacular reception or past to hosting some of the proximity to London. The house, originally designed by Sir William the most intimate of ceremonies. Chambers, architect of Somerset House, sits in 85 acres of most beautiful weddings today, historic parkland that has been enjoyed by royalty dating back to Hedsor House continues to be 1166. It was once the home of Augusta the Princess of Wales, mother of George III and the founder of Kew Gardens. Hedsor House was our grandparents’ very generous an unforgettable place to host A new house was completed in 1868. Unusually modelled on wedding present in 1934 and their happy home for many special occasions. the Italian Villa style, it then featured an all-new domed hall rather years (above). They hosted many fantastic occasions than the traditional open courtyard. This stunning domed hall is here and we know they would be delighted to see so the focal point of Hedsor to this day and is where many of our many happy memories being created here today. ceremonies and receptions take place. The Shephard Family 3 4 01628 819050 www.hedsor.com Your Wedding at Hedsor Hedsor offers a ‘blank-canvas’ allowing you Your Marriage Ceremony It may be possible for Marriage ceremonies and blessings to Your Wedding Reception Our team has many years’ experience within the weddings We could not believe you could hire such an unbelievable to create a truly unique wedding. Whether be held, subject to the Rector’s agreement, in the beautiful 12th industry and is available to help you, to ensure you have a truly venue for such good value… Hedsor House was 100% No bride will forget the moment she descends the Grand Century St Nicholas Church only 300 metres from Hedsor House. Award-winning Hedsor House will be an unforgettable venue magical and memorable day. perfect… Our guests were blown away… Staircase to begin the most memorable occasion of her life. The you wish to host an intimate 60-guest More information can be found at www.parishes-of-hedsor- for your wedding reception. The house is truly yours for the day Mr. & Mrs. G. stairs are adorned with 12-foot portraits of Hedsor’s former royal The exclusive hire of Hedsor House runs from 8am until midnight. ceremony in the centre hall, a 140-guest and-bourne-end.org.uk You will need to discuss the possibility and our array of fantastic preferred caterers and suppliers will wedding breakfast in the Grand Ballroom or guests and you join them as a true princess for the day. of a church service direct with the Associate Priest, the Reverend ensure your every wish and dream are created and carried out Late night extensions are available upon request. to perfection. wish to arrange for an 800-person marquee To hold your civil ceremony at Hedsor House you will need to Janet Binns, by email: [email protected] Hedsor House is a truly magical place. We were looking to be built on the lawns, you really are only book your civil ceremony direct with Chiltern Hills Register Office Whether you wish to dance in the centre hall, have a fireworks for a place where we could have a wedding day that was limited by your imagination. and pay any costs associated to them. Tel: 01494 475205 extravaganza on the lawns or just relax in the stunning Sunken bespoke and let us do whatever we wanted. The service Email: [email protected] They will be able Garden, nothing is impossible. was fantastic, the house was just beautiful and we to send you a full information pack with all the details you require. enjoyed every single moment. Mr. & Mrs. N-L. 5 6 01628 819050 www.hedsor.com Hedsor House is an extraordinary venue. It is the rare find of a historical building that’s actually been maintained to impeccable standards inside and out. Mr. & Mrs. J. From glittering gold Mandaps in the centre hall to brilliant white Hedsor House is 100% perfect. All our guests were Asian, Jewish and Chuppahs on the lawns, Hedsor House is an extremely versatile blown away by the venue and still have not stopped venue. We have an array of award-winning preferred caterers for talking about it!… You can make all your dreamy Asian, Jewish and other international cuisines. ideas reality in this venue... anything is possible here! Marquee Weddings If you want to have the wedding of your dreams – Our largest room for dining seats 140 guests. Through our this is the place! preferred suppliers, marquees may be erected on the extensive Mr. & Mrs. W. lawns adjacent to the house for larger weddings and receptions. Please note: a set-up day and breakdown day are required for marquee construction. Hedsor House was my absolute dream venue – and it proved to be a dream wedding! Mr. & Mrs. A. 7 8 01628 819050 www.hedsor.com Hedsor is amazing. My guests genuinely said it was the most incredible venue they had ever been to. No wonder you have won so many awards. Mr. & Mrs. H. Hedsor House is unique and does not offer the standard venue While one of our approved caterers will look after your every Hospitality and package. We offer the opportunity to create your own bespoke need you are required to purchase wine, Champagne and water wedding, and nothing is more important than food and drink. We from Hedsor House. The fabulous Jascots Wine Merchants have do not have in-house caterers so offer you the chance to choose hand-selected the list which provides you with an exclusive and Catering from our handpicked approved list of fantastic caterers. These extensive array of wines to complement your day. caterers will not only create sublime menus and food, but also Please see page 13 for our list of approved caterers. offer a full hospitality service enabling them to run your entire wedding with style and efficiency. You can choose the colour and style of your linen through to the glassware and cutlery, you can even choose the style of uniform worn by the service staff. 9 10 01628 819050 www.hedsor.com Capacities and Floor Plans Ground Floor Room Capacities: Wedding and Private Function Capacities Wedding Ceremony Dining Reception / Standing Buffet Drawing Room 80 50 120 Drawing Room Boudoir Ground Floor: Boudoir 40 30 50 Dining Room 80 50 120 Smoking Room Ballroom 180 140 200 Reception Centre Hall Staircase Ballroom Hall Hall Centre Hall 160 60 150 The most amazing wedding venue ever! The staff were amazing and everything ran like clockwork. I would not hesitate to recommend it – in fact, if I could I would do it all again there tomorrow! Ground Floor Room Dimensions: Mr. & Mrs. K. Cloakroom Dining Room Kitchen Room Square Ceiling Natural Exit on Telephone Dimensions Metres Height Daylight to grounds & WiFi Reception 8.1m x 5.2m 42.1 sq m 3.3 m Yes No Wi-Fi only Drawing Room 10.7m x 7.2m 77 sq m 4.1 m Yes Yes Yes Boudoir 7.5m x 7.5m 56.2 sq m 4.2 m Yes No Yes Dining Room 10.7m x 7.2m 77 sq m 4.2 m Yes Yes Yes Ballroom 20m x 6.7m 134 sq m 4 m Yes Yes Yes Hedsor was perfect as you can basically Centre Hall 11.2m x 8m 89.6 sq m 8.5 m Yes No Wi-Fi only design your own wedding there! Mr.