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Stowe House
Weddings

Stowe House

Exclusive Wedding Venue

Step inside Stowe House, a beautiful, 18th Century Buckinghamshire mansion. Steeped in history and romance Stowe House is set within 880 Acres of National Trust landscaped gardens. Every view is host to hidden follies, lakes, temples and monuments.

Stowe House can be exclusively yours for your special day, the State Rooms range from intimate spaces for 40, to larger spaces for up to 180 guests. Evening wedding receptions can be held for up to 200 guests, and for those looking for a larger wedding or event, our South Lawn is ideal for the perfect marquee celebration. As events are only permitted to take place during school holidays, your wedding day would be one of only a unique few that take place at Stowe each year, making it the perfect venue for those looking for a distinctive wedding celebration in Buckinghamshire.

The Music Room

Perfect for intimate dinners and drinks receptions or wedding ceremonies.

The Marble Hall

If you are looking for grandeur and awe, then this is the space for you. The Saloon doors can remain open throughout your event, offering a magnificent view of the Octagon Lake and the Corinthian Arch. The adjoining South Portico Terrace is perfect for pre-dinner or post-ceremony drinks.

The Temple Room

The Temple Room is the perfect setting for an evening reception or party.

The State Dining Room

The State Dining Room is perfect for large dinners for up to 160 people. With large windows overlooking the South Lawns, this room offers plenty of light and spectacular views.

The South Lawns

Offering magnificent views of the Octagon Lake and the Corinthian Arch the South Lawns are the perfect setting for a marquee celebration.

Large weddings

Marquee Weddings

Stowes South Lawn is perfect for those planning a larger wedding between the months of July – September and can accomodate marquees for up to 750 people.

With the house as your unique back drop and spectacular views of the Corinthian Arch and Octogan Lake, the South Lawns really are the unique marquee location you have been looking for.

Our approved marquee supplier, T&L Marquees will work with you to create your dream marquee.

From your Mehndi to your Vidaai

Asian Weddings

Stowe has  been host to some of the most exquisite weddings for couples and families from all religions, including Hindu, Sikh and Muslim; we pride ourselves on offering a versatile venue for all cultural backgrounds. With horses and dhol drummers, your Baraat can take place along Stowes long driveway, the more dancing the better! Our ornate Mable Hall is perfect for a mandap ceremony for up to 180 people and our State Dining Room offers a lavish space for your breakfast. We understand that Asian weddings are a real family affair, and so for those with a large guest list, our rolling lawns are ideal for a marquee.

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What our Clients say...

Bernadette J.

Bernadette J.

Just wonderful!

We had the best experience with the Stowe wedding team. Beth and the team were extremely helpful from start to finish. I so enjoyed wedding planning and especially working with Beth; her help was second to none and I couldn’t have done it all without her. I could not have chosen a better venue either. Stowe House is simply breathtaking and wonderful. All our friends and family say it was the best wedding they’ve been to! Wish I could do it all again!!

Rani

Rani

The most gorgeous wedding venue

We had the most magical wedding at Stowe House. From the moment we first spoke with Nikki it was a dream to work with her. They were so flexible and accommodating, and having someone as helpful as Nikki made wedding planning during COVID much easier than it could have been! The venue is absolutely gorgeous and we feel so lucky to have got married there. Thank you to Nikki and the whole team at Stowe!! 🙂

Anna & Adam

Anna & Adam

Everything was perfect

Choosing to have our wedding at Stowe was the best decision we ever made. Everything was beautiful, the team were fantastic and our day went seamlessly. You will not regret having your wedding here!

Damini & Dipesh

Damini & Dipesh

Our dream wedding venue!

Stowe House really is/was our dream wedding venue that exceeded all our expectations (even after seeing it multiple times!). One of the things we've been most complemented on after our big day was how stunning and unique our wedding venue was, which speaks volumes! The Marble Saloon in particular, where our ceremony took place, left everyone in awe. Megan and Beth at Stowe House were exceptional, ensuring every detail was flawlessly executed. From the attentive event coordinators to the team as a whole, their professionalism added to the overall seamless experience. Stowe House offers a unique blend of timeless sophistication and modern amenities, making it a perfect choice for couples on their wedding day. Highly recommended for those seeking an unforgettable and elegant wedding experience!

Planning Your Day

Once you have found your dream venue, it is time to start thinking about the finer details for your event. At The Stowe Group, we have compiled a list of approved, and recommended suppliers who will help you to bring your event to life. We have taken the time to hand pick all of our suppliers, giving you confidence that you will be receiving first class service.

Planning your day

Exclusive Hire

Most asked questions

FAQs

Who will ensure the day runs on time? Where will we all park? And where can I find the best
suppliers? All your questions answered here.
When can I access the venue?
Access to the House is from 10am on your event date until midnight, an extension until 1am may be applied for, at an additional fee. The House must be left empty at the end of the night ready for cleaning the following morning. The House is fully wheelchair accessible and there is one disabled toilet on the ground floor.
Is there parking?
We have plenty of free parking onsite, located close to the House.
Is there accommodation?
There is several local hotels that we can recommend, please ask for our Hotels list.
Can I use my own catering company?
Stowe Group allows approved external caterers to work onsite, these must be chosen from our approved supplier list. At Stowe House there is a fee of £2,750+ vat which covers the hire of our kitchens and one of our chefs who will act as a supervisor. Corkage is also included up to the end of the wedding breakfast.
Are we allowed to take couple photos on the National Trust Grounds?
The National Trust Grounds at Stowe House are available for wedding photography, if you would like to hire a buggy please speak to our team about charges and booking.
Can I use my own suppliers?
Whilst we allow external suppliers to work onsite for décor and music, you must use our approved suppliers for you the following services: Catering | Marquee | Production | Fireworks
Is there a bar?
Stowe will provide the evening bar regardless of your catering choice. You can put a tab behind the bar so that your guests do not have to pay for their drinks, or we can operate a cash/card bar.
What furniture is included in the hire?
Stowe has a selection of tables and chairs that can be used, free of charge. Our chairs are royal red and gold and we have a number of trestles and round tables that can be used. Most clients choose to hire their own chairs and we can upgrade you to a chivari chair. At Winchester blue banqueting chairs can be provided and long wooden tables are provided, at Swanbourne you will need to hire in your own furniture.
Can I have fireworks?

Fireworks at Stowe House are permitted onsite for a facility fee of £1000+vat (this does not include the fireworks display) they must finish no later than 23.00pm and must be provided by Titanium Fireworks.

Can we have a mandap ceremony?
There is an additional fee of £1200+vat to have a mandap ceremony onsite due to fire safety.