Weddings at Downton Estate

A unique setting for your special day

Located in Downton on the Rock, Downton Estate offers an exceptional setting for an intimate and elegant wedding. A dedicated part of the estate can be exclusively rented for your event, ensuring privacy and tranquillity for you and your guests. The estate spans over 5,000 acres of unspoiled English countryside, with steep valleys, traditional farms, and historic buildings, providing breathtaking natural landscapes.

Every corner of the estate is designed to enhance your ceremony and photographs: lush meadows, picturesque woodlands, and peaceful rivers create a romantic and authentic atmosphere.

Old Downton Lodge
An exclusive and intimate wedding venue

Old Downton Lodge is an intimate and luxurious wedding venue designed for exclusive use. With an exceptional, award-winning hotel service, the Lodge can be privately reserved, allowing you and your guests to enjoy complete privacy throughout your celebration.

Old Downton Lodge is licensed for civil ceremonies, which can take place in the Dining Room or the Museum Room. Nearby, additional spaces in our beautifully restored Shoot Rooms extend your choice of venue.

Outside, the flower-filled courtyard and sweeping views across the Herefordshire countryside provide an exceptional natural setting for drinks receptions, summer evenings, and stunning photography.

With nine luxurious bedrooms at The Lodge and a further 7 ensuite rooms in our luxurious holiday cottages, guests can stay seamlessly on-site.

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Organise your wedding

Willem and Pippa are on hand to to help with the planning of your wedding. Collaborating closely with trusted partners and suppliers their extensive experience and professionalism ensures that every detail of your day is executed flawlessly, making sure your celebration is unique and unforgettable.

Would you like to use your own providers? That’s entirely possible. This flexibility allows you to create a fully bespoke wedding, incorporating your choices while benefiting from the support and experience of Willem's team and our local partners.

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16 En-suite Double Bedrooms

To extend the experience of your wedding, in addition to the 9 luxurious rooms at Old Downton Lodge, the Estate offers a selection of luxury holiday cottages providing a further 7 en-suite rooms. Each property has been carefully restored and thoughtfully equipped to provide comfort, privacy, and breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

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