Luxury wedding venue in the heart of Somerset
Held in the heart of the Somerset countryside and just ten miles from the Bath’s elegant crescents and squares, Orchardleigh Estate is the combination of timeless elegance and romance.
Magnificent magical marriage venue
Orchardleigh is a traditional stately home – approached along a magnificent three mile drive through parkland, the 19th-century Victorian mansion is gloriously gothic. The 500 acres of manicured parkland offer an exclusive wedding venue. If fairytale is your wedding dream, then Orchardleigh is the venue for you.
But Orchardleigh is no stuffy country estate. All the pristine historical features are allied to modern luxury, creating an ambiance that combines intimacy and grandeur in a truly unique fashion. Of particularly note is the elegant ballroom, which accommodates up to 165 guests, and provides a spectacular setting for big celebrations, while the cosy Morning Room provides a perfect retreat for quieter moments. Of course, the venue’s exclusive-use policy ensures that your wedding day remains truly private and your guests receive personal care and attention.
A wedding venue for all seasons
One particularly noteworthy feature of Orchardleigh is its seasonal versatility. Summer weddings flourish amidst blooming gardens and manicured lawns, while winter celebrations are enhanced by the warm glow of open fires and the estate’s cosy atmosphere. Spring bulbs adorn the parkland and the autumn colours of the estate are breathtaking.
The estate’s ceremony options are equally impressive:
- Mary’s Church, situated on its own private island, offers an extraordinary setting for traditional ceremonies. With no electricity, services are conducted purely by candlelight, creating an atmosphere of unparalleled romance. The church even boasts its own helipad for couples seeking a dramatic entrance.
- Multiple licensed spaces, both indoor and outdoor, provide flexible options for civil ceremonies, allowing couples to choose their perfect setting within this magnificent estate.
- Two newly added outdoor ceremony spaces complement the existing venues, offering even more possibilities for your perfect day.
Accommodation at Orchardleigh is equally exceptional, with 41 luxurious bedrooms housing up to 85 guests in the main house. The comprehensive three-day wedding package, starting from £8,618 for 80 guests, includes exclusive venue hire, accommodation at Orchardleigh Castle the night before the wedding, and a romantic night for newlyweds in the secluded Palladian Lakeside Boathouse.
This award-winning venue, recognised as Somerset Wedding Venue of the Year Winner and ranked second-best UK venue by Perfect Wedding Magazine, offers additional amenities including an 18-hole golf course, croquet lawn, and full-sized billiard room. With its dedicated team, exquisite catering and attention to detail, Orchardleigh Estate creates wedding celebrations that exceed expectations.
Whether you arrive by helicopter or vintage Bentley, dance until dawn, or enjoy intimate wedding photographs in the stunning gardens, Orchardleigh Estate provides the perfect canvas for your dream wedding. Every corner of this magnificent estate tells a story – let it be part of yours.