Civil Ceremonies at Hampden House

Timeless Elegance, Your Day, Your Way.

Planning a Civil Ceremony for your Wedding?

Hampden House is a venue for all seasons—steeped in history, surrounded by countryside, and designed for unforgettable moments. Whether you’re planning an intimate ceremony or a full day of celebration, we offer elegant and exclusive settings to make your wedding truly your own.

Ceremony Spaces to Suit Your Style

  • The Great Hall

    Licensed for up to 100 guests, The Great Hall is a grand and unique space to begin your celebrations. With its striking architecture and timeless charm, it sets the perfect tone for your day. Follow your ceremony with drinks on the terrace and a wedding breakfast in our magnificent chinoiserie-style dining room.

    Civil Ceremony + Full Reception: from £7,300

    Ceremony Only: from £1,500

  • Hill House

    Our recently restored barn is full of English country character—ideal for couples seeking a more relaxed, intimate setting. With space for up to 60 guests, Hill House offers a charming and romantic place to say “I do.”

    Civil Ceremony Only: from £1,000

  • Weekday Ceremonies

    Looking for something more low-key? We also offer weekday civil ceremonies with the option of a small drinks reception - a beautiful way to mark your moment with close friends and family.

Simply Timeless

  • Enjoy full, private access to Hampden House and its grounds, ensuring your day is completely yours—with no shared spaces or outside interruptions. From the ceremony to the final dance, the estate is exclusively yours to enjoy.

  • Savour a seasonal, three-course menu created by our award-winning catering partners, Goose and Berry. Served with finesse and followed by freshly brewed tea, coffee, and delicate petit fours.

  • Your guests will enjoy a carefully selected half bottle of wine each, beautifully paired with your chosen menu to enhance the dining experience.

  • Raise a glass in celebration with a chilled glass of Prosecco for each guest—perfect for toasting the newlyweds in style.

  • Each guest table will be adorned with a beautifully designed floral arrangement, created to complement your wedding style and enhance the elegance of the room.

  • From place cards to menus and table numbers, your wedding stationery will be thoughtfully designed to suit your theme and delivered with impeccable detail.

  • Experience your chosen dishes in advance with a personalised tasting session, giving you peace of mind and the opportunity to fine-tune every element before your celebration.

Simpy Elegant

  • Welcome your guests in style with a choice of chilled fizz or classic Pimm’s, served alongside a delicious selection of seasonal canapés—perfect for mingling after your ceremony.

  • Indulge in a thoughtfully curated three-course wedding breakfast from Goose and Berry, tailored to your tastes and beautifully presented. Tea, coffee, and petit fours bring a sweet finish to your dining experience.

  • Each guest will be served a half bottle of quality wine, selected to complement your menu and elevate the mealtime atmosphere.

  • Elegant, seasonal floral arrangements will be provided for each guest table, creating a romantic and cohesive look that brings your vision to life.

  • All your on-the-day stationery needs are covered, with stylish designs for place cards, menus, and table numbers to match your wedding aesthetic.

  • Dance the night away with a professional DJ who will keep the atmosphere alive and the dance floor full with your favourite tracks and crowd-pleasers.

  • Keep the energy going with a satisfying late-night bite for each guest—perfect fuel for an evening of dancing and celebration.

  • Enjoy a seamless and fully staffed bar service throughout the evening, offering a curated selection of drinks for you and your guests.

  • Join us for a tasting session to sample your chosen dishes, ensuring every detail of your wedding breakfast is exactly how you imagined.

  • Get ready in comfort and style with exclusive access to our elegant Bridal Suite—a serene space for hair, makeup, and pre-ceremony moments.

  • Start your wedding day with a delicious, relaxed brunch for you and up to five guests - ideal for sharing the excitement and settling any nerves.

  • Spend your first night as a married couple in our charming one-bedroom apartment within Grade II listed Hill House Barn - private, peaceful, and beautifully styled.

  • A hand-delivered hamper of indulgent late-night snacks and a luxury breakfast ensures you’re well looked after long after the last dance.

Simply Bespoke

  • Enjoy a seamless and fully staffed bar service throughout the evening, offering a curated selection of drinks for you and your guests.

  • Enjoy full, private access to Hampden House and its grounds, ensuring your day is completely yours - with no shared spaces or outside interruptions. From the ceremony to the final dance, the estate is exclusively yours to enjoy.

  • Access for suppliers from 9am or day before with prior arrangement.

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“There’s something deeply personal about a civil ceremony - it’s a celebration shaped entirely around you. Whether intimate or grand, it’s your story, told your way, in a setting as special as the moment itself.”

– The Hampden House Wedding Team

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes, we offer both church weddings at St Mary Magdalene and civil ceremonies in a choice of licensed spaces - followed by exclusive-use receptions throughout the house and gardens.

  • While we do not offer overnight accommodation, there are several lovely hotels and B&Bs nearby. We’re happy to provide recommendations.

  • Yes, we have elegant rooms available for the bridal party to get ready, relax, or take photographs before the ceremony begins.

  • We offer four licensed options: The Great Hall (up to 100 guests), The Dining Room (up to 100), Hill House (up to 60) an outdoor ceremony spaces (unlimited).

  • Yes, Hill House is available as a ceremony-only option for up to 60 guests - ideal for smaller celebrations.

  • Yes, we offer flexible packages for weekday civil ceremonies, with the option to add a drinks reception.

Get in touch.

To find out more or arrange a private tour, get in touch with our wedding team—we’d love to help you start planning your perfect day.