Do you cater for small midweek weddings?
Yes we do! Small weddings of up to 32 run from 4pm on a Tuesday to 10am on a Thursday with 24 of your family and friends staying with you on site for the two nights.
Can we use our own suppliers?
We ask that you choose a caterer our preferred caterers and if you are having a large wedding, we also ask that you choose a marquee or tipi from our preferred list too. For weddings of 32-40 and large weddings of up to 100 we ask that you use our exclusive bar supplier - The Watering Hole Events Bar company. Otherwise you can use any suppliers you wish to, however we do have a superb list of tried and tested recommended suppliers who know the venue well. We do please ask for the details of all of your suppliers before your wedding.
Do you have a list of Preferred Suppliers?
We have a comprehensive list of valued suppliers, please contact Melissa to request this list.
Where can I get married?
The ballroom is licensed for a civil ceremony for up to 55 guests and the panelled room is licensed for up to 20 guests. These numbers include 2 registrars, 2 witnesses and 1 responsible person. An outdoor humanist ceremony or blessing is a popular option (you can choose to have your civil ceremony before your wedding weekend.) Alternatively, Pauntley Church, at the end of the drive, has capacity for 100 people and anyone may get married there on the condition that they attend 6 Sunday Services prior to their church wedding.
Is the church nearby?
Yes. St John the Evangelist, a beautiful 800 year old Norman church, is right next door to Pauntley Court. Your guests have a 50 metre stroll down the drive to the venue and its magical gardens.
Can we get married in the church if we live outside of the parish?
Yes, we can put you in contact with the church to discuss this in more detail. You would need to attend a service at the church once a month for 6 months prior to your wedding day.
Is there space for a marquee?
Yes we have a flat terraced lawn just outside the gates to the sunken garden with amazing views across the Leadon Valley. There is also another space down by the lake, with views across the countryside and a wonderful view of Pauntley Court itself.
We also provide, at no extra cost, use of our Tentickle Stretch Tent which can be ideal if you are having a drinks reception in the gardens.
Can we bring our own drinks?
You can bring your own drinks if you are having a Micro wedding (up to 16) or a Petite wedding (up to 24). For weddings of 32-40 and large weddings of up to 100 with a marquee, we ask you to use our trusted bar supplier - The Watering Hole Events Bar company.
What is the capacity of the ballroom for a Wedding Breakfast?
We have chairs and tables (provided by us) to seat a maximum of 32 people for your Wedding Breakfast.
What is the maximum capacity of people at the venue for a marquee wedding?
The property can take up to a maximum of 100 people.
Do you include tables and chairs in the ballroom?
We can provide 50 vintage crossback chairs and trestle tables to seat 40 people.
Do you have places for guests to stay nearby?
We can recommend local B&Bs and hotels for your guests to stay.
Can our guests camp at the venue?
Unfortunately not, but we can recommend other places to stay or camp.
What time does the music have to be turned off for a marquee wedding?
Music must be turned off by midnight and we do ask that your band/dj keeps to below the level of 95 decibels. Live bands can play until 11pm and then your dj can take over until midnight.
What time should carriages be booked for those not staying in the house?
Everyone must have left the property by 12.30pm if they not staying. We have a good list of local taxi companies, and taxis should be arranged in advance, as local demand at the weekends can be high.
Do you have bar we can use?
We have a small bar in the Flower room that you are welcome to use on the Friday night. We ask you to use The Watering Hole Event Bars on your wedding day if you are having an Intimate wedding of 32-40 or a large wedding of up to 100.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, for your wedding day but we do not allow dogs to stay the night in our accommodation We welcome one well behaved dog if owned by the Bride or Groom, and must be kept on a lead, due to farming livestock in the area. Sadly, we do not permit guests to bring dogs.
Are fresh flowers included in the house?
Yes if you would like fresh flowers from the garden, we would be very happy to accommodate your wishes. Fresh flowers are provided in all the bedrooms.
Can we have candles in the house?
We do allow enclosed candles to be used during a wedding breakfast if you are having an intimate wedding of fewer than 50 people in the ballroom.
Do you have people to help us run the day?
Yes, we provide a wedding coordinator (Holly or Rebecca) who will be present on your special day from 9am until 7pm to help make your day run smoothly and as you had imagined.
Do you have a housekeeper?
We have a wonderful housekeeper (Rachel) who you can book at an extra cost to help you manage the house during your stay. Rachel is extremely flexible, from cooking breakfast and even provide babysitting.
Do we need to hire a luxury loo trailer?
Yes, you do for a wedding of over 50 people with a marquee. Please contact us for our suppliers.
Using the venue for the whole weekend and everything you could have needed was available. It was also nice that we were trusted to host our guests on the Friday and Sunday without staff being present but were available if and when required.
All of the rooms and bathrooms were of a very high standard and in keeping with the style of the house. The robes/slippers and fresh flowers in each bedroom were also a nice touch. The outside spaces were very well kept and there was a lot of outdoor spaces to choose from for each aspect of the day. Thankfully, with it being a beautiful weekend of weather, we got to appreciate the beautiful gardens and the guests commented on how stunning these were. We feel that Holly made our day run so smoothly and she was very attentive. She continually supported us from the start of our planning, right up until the last dance. She took so much pressure off of us by ensuring everything was set up and arranged for us all. We were blown away by how it looked and we couldn't have done it without her. Rachel was absolutely amazing. Her help across the whole weekend was fantastic. The moment she greeted us on Friday, she was so welcoming and made us aware of her services and availability. All of our guests were amazed at all the work Rachel helped us with and it allowed us to all relax and enjoy our weekend, stress free! The breakfasts she prepared for us were delicious and full of compliments. She made a huge impact on our stay at Pauntley and we're so grateful for all of her help over the weekend.
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- Megan & Elliott - August 2024
