Hedingham Castle

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£3,100 - £9,875 for Venue Hire
Up to 150
12 Bedrooms
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Description

If you are looking for one of the most romantic settings in England, look no further than Hedingham Castle. Set in acres of formal gardens, lakes and woods, the beautifully restored 900-year-old Norman Keep provides a stunning centre point to your day. Ceremonies take place in the majestic Banqueting Hall of the Castle, with receptions in the elegant Ballroom Marquee in the gardens of the Georgian Mansion House for up to 150 guests. Smaller receptions can also be held in the Castle itself (for up to 70), and the Garden Cottage is included for preparation and for the couple’s first night. Alternatively, you can hire the Royal Chamber for your wedding night - the only modern bedroom in a Norman Keep in the country! Multi-day weekend weddings are also available, with venue hire from Friday-Sunday. Looking for something more intimate? Our Elopement package can be booked up to 6 months in advance and are a unique and romantic way to tie the knot.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Sarah
At Hedingham Castle we understand that the whole planning journey can feel rather intimidating. We are here to help. Offering you our vast knowledge and advice, ensuring that your planning process is enjoyable and stress free every step of the way. Every wedding is different and it is our objective to ensure that everyone has the best possible experience in creating a day that exceeds your dreams.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2004
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
4

Overview of Hedingham Castle

Wedding Venue Type
Castle
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
150
Reception Capacity
200
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
12
Sleeps No. of People
23
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

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

Wedding Venue Details

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

Wedding Catering

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence
Bar
Vegan Catering
Halal Catering
Kosher Catering
Asian Catering
Western / European
Hog Roast
Mediterranean

Pricing for Hedingham Castle

Wedding Venue Hire Only
£3,100 - £9,875
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In-house Catering (price per head)
£48 - £70
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Packages (price per head)
£170 - £265
Minimum number of guests: 70
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Packages (total price)
£12,000 - £18,500
Number of guests included: 70
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Reviews for Hedingham Castle
(103)

Laura & Elliot
Happy couple married in December
December 2024
Thank you
From booking our viewing appointment to the wedding day the staff at Hedingham Castle have been amazing. A big thankyou to Sarah, Jackie and Sharon for all your help. The Weather was not on our side for our big day however everyone helped the day run smoothly. I would recommend Hedingham Castle to anyone.
Matt & Katie
Happy couple married in November
December 2024
Fantastic Team
The team at Hedingham were fantastic in helping us have the dream wedding we always wanted. Everyone was incredibly helpful and friendly from enquiry to planning to the big day. We really couldn't have asked for a better wedding day in a truly magnificent venue. Thank you everyone at Hedingham Castle
F & J
Happy couple married in November
November 2024
A Magical and Romantic Wedding Venue
Hedingham Castle is an absolutely magical and romantic venue. We opted for the all-in package on a weekday, and from preparation, to the wedding day itself, and even the day after, the castle team provided superb service. We were impressed by their attention to detail and genuine care for making our day special. The atmosphere of the castle is simply enchanting, and our guests couldn’t stop raving about the breathtaking scenery and the impeccable organization. The team went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect, and we were able to enjoy every moment without any stress. From the stunning decor to the delicious catering, every aspect exceeded our expectations. The castle team was attentive, professional, and always ready to help with a smile. Their dedication and hard work truly made our wedding day unforgettable. We have no regrets at all. Hedingham Castle provided us with the fairytale wedding we always dreamed of, and we highly recommend it to anyone looking for a magical and memorable venue.
G&J
Happy couple married in April
November 2024
Elopement wedding
It was the most amazing day! From the moment we enquired about a wedding, the staff were helpful and attentive. They had everything planned out perfectly and were able to answer any questions or queries quickly. The whole process was made so simple and effortless by the whole team. We had a small elopement and couldn't have asked for a more magical and intimate venue. It was simply perfect. Added bonus that we stayed in the Royal Chamber overnight as well, which was a fantastic experience. Thank you to all the team at Hedingham Castle for making our day everything we dreamed of.
Patricia & Graham
Happy couple married in July
November 2024
Flawless
I can hardly begin to describe how extraordinary the entire day was. Let’s start with the castle—it is absolutely unreal. Everywhere you look, it makes you go "wow" repeatedly. The stunning architecture and the grounds, kept in immaculate condition, provide a breathtaking backdrop that adds to the fairytale atmosphere. From the moment we first visited for the viewing, it was clear that Hedingham Castle is managed with the utmost professionalism. Sarah and her team provided world-class service, making us feel completely at ease. She patiently answered all my questions, no matter how trivial or repetitive they might have seemed, and her insightful advice was invaluable. We are incredibly grateful for her support and for the exceptional care she and her team provided. The planning process went absolutely smoothly—everything was taken care of, leaving me to only worry about sunny afternoon on the big day. The entire team operated like a well-oiled machine, ensuring that every detail was flawless. There was nothing, absolutely nothing, we could fault; it was almost too perfect! Our guests were in awe of the venue and couldn’t stop complimenting how seamlessly everything came together. We wouldn’t change a single thing about our wedding day; it was so magical that we wish we could do it all over again. I highly recommend Hedingham Castle to anyone searching for a venue. The entire experience was exceptional, free from the typical pitfalls of wedding planning. If you want a flawless, stress-free celebration in a breathtaking setting, this is the place. Our day was truly unforgettable, and we are forever grateful for the memories created at this extraordinary venue.
Lynn & Mark
Happy couple married in November
November 2024
Magical
Hedingham Castle is the perfect place to get married, especially if you like very old things! We are very old things 😂 but we wanted a spectacular day for our close family and friends. The castle keep, steeped in a thousand year old history, was the perfect backdrop for our wedding day. Candles placed in the alcoves gently flickered in the low Autumn light, adding to the ambience. Every one of our guests said it was the best wedding they have ever been to. You get a workout with all the stairs, but think of the history and who may have descended those over the past millenium. The dining hall looked like a film set. In terms of the help we had, the run up was well organised- the team headed up by Sarah Pether was second to none, with people on hand during the entire day to ensure everything went as it was supposed to. We cannot recommend this historic monument for a wedding, highly enough. We held our whole day in the keep, for us this was perfect. Five stars are well deserved for all the help we got to ensure our day went so well. It was magical.
Alice & Charlie
Happy couple married in September
October 2024
Thank you!
My partner & I got married here 7th September 2024. From start to finish, the entire process was made seamless by the amazing team at Hedingham. Sarah & her team work tirelessly to help you bring your wedding ideas & dreams to fruition and I genuinely cannot recommend the venue enough. Any & all requests, no matter how trivial were undertaken with immense attention to detail & professionalism. Our guests were truly taken aback at the sheer beauty & uniqueness of the venue and have commented on multiple occasions as to just how amazing the entire day was - this would not have been possible without the wonderful team. Hedingham's trusted partnership suppliers are also wonderful (Lewis Cabuche, Limeberry to name a couple) and are very reasonably priced. I urge you to book this wonderful place for your special day if you are considering it - you will not regret it. Alice & Charlie
Jess & Dean
Happy couple married in October
October 2024
Thank you!
We celebrated our mid week wedding at Hedingham castle, and I don’t think words can do justice to how beautiful and perfect this venue is. Not only that the team at Hedingham are absolutely amazing, the day ran perfectly and I didn’t have to worry about timings or where people should be and when as they had it all under control at every moment. From booking our day with hedingham to the days following the communication with the team has been perfect. They made sure I didn’t have to worry about anything and helped with anything they could. Our planning meetings were extremely helpful and didn’t feel rushed even with all my anxious questions! I cannot recommend highly enough. Thank you thank you thank you!! 🖤
Natasha & Danny
Happy couple married in September
October 2024
Perfect
Hedingham Castle was the most beautiful and unique wedding venue. I fell in love with it as soon as we visited. The castle itself and the grounds are stunning. Our ceremony was lit by candles and it was just beautiful. We had our whole day in the castle. The food was incredible and the service was fantastic. We have had so many compliments on the venue from our guests and we had the perfect day. The staff are brilliant, and Sarah Pether at the castle was just fantastic from day one and so responsive. Nothing was too much of an ask and she was incredibly helpful. She always did her best to make everything we wanted happen! I am so pleased we decided to have our wedding here. An unforgettable day that was unique with a gothic vibe. Thank you so much for the best day. It was exactly what we wanted.
Katie & Austin
Happy couple married in August
October 2024
Amazing!!
Just had my wedding here (August 20, 2024) and will truly never forget this day. Sarah was AMAZING from day one of emailing all the way till the wedding and even after! Planning a wedding from Florida you’d think this would be challenging but not at all when you have amazing communication! Anything I asked she replied instantly and answered every crazy question I had!! She is so fun, bubbly and so organized!! Debi was my day of coordinator and she was just as amazing! Anything I asked, or my guests, she made happen without hesitation! My guests cannot stop talking about how stunning the castle is and how perfect the grounds looked and how helpful the team was! She was on top of everything and made sure the day ran so smooth! Truly cannot thank Sarah, Debi, and the whole team at Hedingham castle for making this possible and the most perfect day ever. It was better than Austin and I could have truly imagined and that’s because of you guys!!!

Location & Contact Details for Hedingham Castle

Wedding Venue Address

Bayley Street, Halstead, Essex, CO9 3DJ, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

If driving, use postcode CO9 3DJ which will bring you directly to the venue

Nearest Town

Sudbury / Halstead

Nearest Motorway & Junction

A12

Nearest Train Station

Braintree / Sudbury

Nearest Airport

Stansted Airport
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Hedingham Castle?

The receiving line that took an hour for 60 guests, they were all huggers, wonderful to watch and despite the salmon being ready, we were definitely not going to interrupt!

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

Enjoy the whole experience, it’s not all about the day, you need to enjoy planning it too and we can help you every step of the way. Take 30 seconds when you sit down for dinner to look at those you love the most in one room, it will likely never happen again. This advice was given to me on my wedding day, and it’s true, you remember it forever.

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

Personal vows are always a favourite. However the couple who asked their son to name the tables, that was adorable - we had “Red Tractor” and “Favourite Teddy” amongst others.

Describe Hedingham Castle in 5 adjectives

Historic Unique Romantic Wow factor Flexible

Where’s the best photo spot at Hedingham Castle?

I love the lake, the backdrop is stunning.

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

Matt Le Blanc, Elizabeth Hurley, Sean Bean, Alexander McQueen, John Cleese, Stephen Fry, Jamie Lang, Jamie Oliver, Joey Essex, Izabella Blow, Helena Bonham-Carter, Stjepan Hauser, Ronan Keating, Larry Lamb, Caitlyn Jenner, Anna Chancellor, James Fleet, Jay Kay, David Starkey, Matt Cardle, and Henry VIII.

What’s your favourite canapé?

Either Salt Beef & Gherkin on Ciabatta, with Mustard Mayonnaise OR our delicious Mac 'n' Cheese bites.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Cheese!

What is Hedingham Castle most unique feature?

Our beautiful 900-year-old Norman Keep in which our wedding ceremonies are held.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

We are most proud of our personal touches. We are a family business and a family home and we love to welcome new couples into our family.
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