Avington Park

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£19,000 - £48,000 for Venue Hire
Up to 200
22 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
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Description

Avington is a privately owned stately home in Hampshire, set in 150 acres of historic parkland bordering the River Itchen. Located just East of Winchester, the home sits nestled in the heart of the Itchen Valley. If it is a wedding or private event, indulge in the exclusive use of this luxury Hampshire home and continue the historic tradition of parties here at Avington. Couples can avail of exclusive use of Avington Park, ensuring a completely private celebration. The team have carefully selected a fine choice of caterers so the day can be tailored to you. Couples can liaise with the onsite Wedding Coordinator who will assist you in ensuring you have the right contacts to make your day perfect. The Library provides a one of a kind setting for your dancefloor, allowing your guests to celebrate into the evening. When the party is over be a guest at Avington with stately suites to cosy cottages. The history of this stately home can be traced back as far as 961 AD, recorded in the Doomsday book. It was gifted to the Bishop of Winchester by the reigning King. It was used as a priory for the monks of Saint Swithun, before being acquired by King Henry VIII for use by the Royal Court. Portraits of the Tudors and Kings still hang on the walls of this incredible estate. The estate was then passed through multiple royals, including King Charles II after his return from exile. It was saved after its occupation by the army during WWII by the Hickson family, who remained in residence until the property was sold in November 2020. Today the parties still continue!

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Alice
Planning your wedding is such a special experience and I would be delighted to join you on your wedding journey with Avington Park! Your entire wedding team are there to make the process seamless, and with many important moments ahead I hope to make the journey unforgettable for you. I am thrilled to welcome you to Avington, and to start planning your special day.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
1952
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
5

Overview of Avington Park

Wedding Venue Type
Stately Home
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
200
Reception Capacity
200

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

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

Wedding Venue Details

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

Wedding Catering

Alcohol Licence
No Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
External Catering Permitted

Pricing for Avington Park

Wedding Venue Hire Only
£19,000 - £48,000
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Reviews for Avington Park
(4)

Chrissy & Daniel
Happy couple married in August
November 2023
...surpassed all expectations!
We still reminisce almost daily about our magical day at Avington. It honestly surpassed all expectations and our guests were completely blown away. What an incredible venue! On a personal note Alice, you were absolutely fantastic and you were very much part of my team. I could feel that you cared and wanted to make it work as much as I did. You and the team were flawless and we can't thank you enough.
Lyssa & Nathaniel
Happy couple married in August
November 2023
An Unforgettable Wedding Day
A stunning, exceptional wedding venue. We got married here on 28 August with our closest friends and family. Avington were fantastic from the planning stage all the way through to the day itself. Alice in particular was fantastic, from helping us plan the details of the big day through to helping us fill confetti on the day itself. Thank you so much Alice and Avington for ensuring we had an unforgettable wedding day x
Arielle & Sam
Happy couple married in August
November 2023
'Book this now!'
Stop what you're doing and BOOK THIS NOW. There are no considerations. It IS the most magical, beautiful, breathtakingly charming corner of the world. Not only that, but there is the most peaceful, romantic energy the moment you step foot on the grounds. Alice and the team are professional, warm, flexible and accommodating. They will do whatever it takes to make sure your event is a success.
Barbara & David
Happy couple married in November
February 2023
'A Dream Come True'
Wow! What a weekend! It really was a dream come true to have our celebrations at Avington - rain and all! I don’t underestimate the time and energy that goes into making these events happen. Avington looked absolutely stunning and I keep re-looking at the photos and thinking to myself, "Did it really look like that?!". Thank you again for all your support and guidance throughout the weekend and lead up. I'd really like to do it all over again now!

Location & Contact Details for Avington Park

Wedding Venue Address

Winchester, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

5 miles from Winchester, 10 minutes from M3 and just over one hour from London

Nearest Town

Winchester

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M3 Junction 9

Nearest Train Station

Winchester

Nearest Airport

Southampton

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

Relax. Enjoy the journey together and trust in your suppliers - these are the moments you will reminisce on in years to come so take a breath and soak it all in!

Describe Avington Park in 5 adjectives

Stately, Opulent, Elegant, Grand and Romantic.

Where’s the best photo spot at Avington Park?

The photo opportunities at Avington are endless, it is hard to choose just one. However, the bridge is a phenomenal feature which really showcases couples. Photographs taken in our classic cars are timeless, and a picture on the motor boat is always very fun!

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Avington Park?

We have had a few celebrities, but I couldn't spill that secret now could I?

What is Avington Park most unique feature?

Our beautiful Orangery; it is an amazing space to use in both good and bad weather. We have a natural live wall that runs along the entirety of the Orangery filled with citrus fruits and more. It is quintessentially British!
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