hedsor house wedding venue guide

Would you like to get married in a classic Georgian mansion house? If you answered yes to that, then you might want to consider Hedsor House. Featured in Vogue, Vanity Fair, and Harper’s Bazaar, it’s one of the top wedding venues near London. It’s also an architectural masterpiece in its own right. This grand mansion is filled with the most charming function rooms carefully styled to preserve its period feel. It makes an excellent backdrop for weddings no matter what time of year. Convinced yet? Read on to find out more about this beautiful country house.

front entrance of hedsor house wedding venue in buckinghamshire georgian style manor architecture - photo by London wedding photographer Cristina Ilao

backyard or hedsor house set for outdoor spring wedding reception; brocade table cloth, french chairs beige and white, - photo by London wedding photographer Cristina Ilao

hedsor house at a glance

The property’s architecture is quintessentially English and brimming with sophisticated design characteristics. It boasts of perfectly symmetrical features, imposing grey brick walls and intricate cornices throughout the property. Imagine yourself on the set of Downton Abbey (which unsurprisingly used Hedsor House as one of its filming locations).
The Georgian house has several grand suites with large windows that allow plenty of natural light to enter the rooms. It lends itself well to natural light photography, making you look your absolute best in all your wedding photos.
Hedsor House has a spacious bridal suite, perfect for getting ready on the morning of your wedding day. And on the day after you say I do, you can look out from the private balcony terrace or relax in the luxurious en suite marble bathroom complete with a double shower and a roll-top bath.

reception room at hedsor house wedding venue in buckinghamshire; brown drapes floor to ceiling windows allowing light bright and airy atmosphere; white crystal chandelier with brass gold detailing, white spotlingts, wooden panelling and with brass and mirror decors, brown wooden cornice coving, thick patterned grey carpet - photo by London wedding photographer Cristina Ilao

cocktail lounge room with tropical green wallpaper, brown velvet chairs and footstools, dark mahogany wooden bar counter, white rococo ceiling coving cornice - photo by London wedding photographer Cristina Ilao

luxury and comfort at your fingertips

Its proximity to London means that your guests will find it easy to look for accommodation and also arrange transportation. Besides, they can even fit a side trip to central London to visit the queen! It’s perfect not just for your dream UK destination wedding but also for everyone’s European vacation.
Hedsor House is only 300 meters from St Nicholas’ Church which makes having a religious ceremony a breeze. It’s easily accessible from the house via the Alexander Drive pathway. Opting for a non-sectarian celebration won’t be a problem. This Georgian house can also easily accommodate civil ceremonies and blessings within its premises.

your own private georgian house

The Shephard family owns and manages Hedsor House. That being the case, you can gain exclusive private access when you hire it for your wedding. Get married and stay at your own English country home for a day or even a whole weekend if you like.
The wedding venue is available for both wet and dry hire. You can be as flexible as you like. Whether you want to be selective with the wedding suppliers or prefer to just sit back and relax, you can choose an option that will suit your needs.

hedsor house wedding facilities

Hedsor House’s domes Italianate villa-style Centre Hall is the most popular space for wedding ceremonies held at Hedsor. However, you can choose from several licensed rooms if you’re looking for something different. If you’re holding a civil ceremony at Hedsor House, make sure you book a registrar directly with Beaconsfield Old Town Registration Office and pay the associated costs.
You can have your drinks reception or cocktail hour at the beautiful drawing room and boudoir. And if you fancy the outdoors, then extend the celebration to the South Lawn. Breathe in the fresh Buckinghamshire air and enjoy the breathatking view of the Thames Valley while mingling with your wedding guests.
The oak-panelled ballroom is the perfect room to hold your wedding reception. Its floor to ceiling windows and luxurious crystal chandeliers are enough to provide your guests with a relaxing ambiance during the wedding breakfast. The ballroom can sit up to 150 guests.

hedsor house by the number

The property has 43,000 sq ft of usable space surrounded by 100 acres of formal gardens and privately-owned parkland.
Hedsor House has 1 bridal suite and 12 additional double bedrooms.
The main car park can fit 100 while the overflow car park can fit 50 more.
It has 5 main function rooms with a capacity ranging from 12 to 200 pax.

sustainability at hedsor house

One thing I absolutely love about Hedsor House? The way it’s being run by a management team that’s committed to protecting the planet! Officially a low-carbon workplace since 2019, Hedsor House uses low energy LED lighting (where possible), in-house reusable glass water bottles in its rooms, efficient waste management, and gas-fired heating systems, and a compost centre.

Here’s a fun fact. Did you know they also produce their own honey? Hedsor House’s wild honey is “collected by bees from the wildflower meadows throughout the Hedsor Estate”. Personally, I think they make great wedding guest welcome gifts!

bottles of wild honey - collected by bees from the wild flower meadows throughout the Hedsor Estate; styled with lilac hyacinth flowers and the tiffany blue hedsor house paper bag at the back - Photo by Cristina Ilao

in-house branded glass water bottles that are washed and re-used every week - Photo by London wedding photographer Cristina Ilao

top photographer tips for your hedsor house wedding

make the most of the light-filled rooms

You’ll want to get your hair and make-up done in the bridal dressing room. But make sure your hairstylist and make-up artist clears the dressing table by the time they’re done. With a clutter-free dressing table and lots of natural light coming from the floor-to-ceiling windows, you’ll get the best bridal-getting-ready photographs possible.

spring summer wedding ; bridal suite light and bright and airy white neutral walls and easthetic; classic wedding preparation room with antique wooden white dressing table with vintage mirror french style and pale blue dressing chair | Photo by London UK based light bright and airy Filipina wedding photographer Cristina Ilao

best bridal make-up and hairstyle; fringe bangs and updo; no make-up natural neutral palette young fresh look; brunette bride smelling small tiny flowers | Photo by London and based light bright and airy Filipina wedding photographer Cristina Ilao

When it comes to timelines, it pays to coordinate well with your wedding photographer and wedding planner. If you allow enough time for your bridal portraits, your photographer has more opportunities to be creative. And because you’re not rushing, your photographer will also have the time to use other beautiful spots around Hedsor House for your bridal portraits.

spring summer wedding; bridal portrait by the big window and pale blue vintage floor to ceiling heavy drapes; vintage mirror with gold details; pale blue wallpaper; white wall panel | Photo by London And Cambridge light bright and airy Filipina wedding photographer Cristina Ilao

enjoy the outdoors

Hedsor House has many outdoor options you can take advantage of. So why not consider having your civil wedding ceremony or cocktail hour outside?

There’s the west lawn just outside the drawing room which can be used as an intimate wedding ceremony space. The drawing room’s external door provides a beautiful focal point that can be highlighted with a delicate floral arch. The 6 steps just outside the door also create a little stage for you and your wedding celebrant/minister so all your wedding guests can see you say I do.

west garden of hedsor house set for an outdoor wedding ceremony with wild floral installation by lucy hunter and french white and beige chairs - photo by London wedding photographer Cristina Ilao

Buckinghamshire spring summer wedding venue; bride wearing a marchesa long sleeves white chantilly lace dress with brocade full ball gown skirt; up do with bangs; brunette bride; tulle veil cathedral length; groom wearing a black top hat; long coat and pinstripe trousers; in front of double door glass with flower pillar and floral installations | Photo by London and Newcastle UK based light bright and airy Filipina wedding photographer Cristina Ilao

There’s also the east garden with the pond area which is perfect for an intimate outdoor wedding reception. Make your grand entrance as a newly married couple through the double glass doors and down the steps into the east garden. And while you’re at it, why not treat your guests to a spring or summer al fresco wedding breakfast (if you’re lucky with the weather)?