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Last update: June 2025

Ardington House: A Timeless Georgian Estate for Memorable Weddings

Ardington House, an enchanting Georgian manor dating from 1720, graces the countryside of Wantage, Oxfordshire. This private estate, nestled on the edge of the charming Ardington village, boasts lovingly tended gardens, sweeping lawns, and a tranquil lake—creating an idyllic backdrop for your special day.

Elegant Spaces for Your Celebration

Ardington House offers a variety of delightful settings for your wedding:

  • Ceremony Locations: Choose between the grand interiors of the house or the romantic outdoor setting of Temple Island.
  • Reception Areas: Welcome your guests in the impressive Imperial Hall or on the gardens.
  • Riverside Marquee: Host up to 200 guests for a wedding breakfast and joyous evening festivities.

Our semi-permanant marquee is a vision of elegance, adorned with soft chiffon draping, a chequered dance floor, and a full fairy light ceiling. Panoramic views of the stately house, lake, and manicured gardens complete this picturesque setting.

Comfortable Accommodation

After the festivities, retire to our inviting on-site accommodation, allowing you and your guests to fully immerse in the Ardington experience. Full weekend hire is avaliable for a truly memorable experience.

Attentive Services

  • Catering: Our skilled partner caterers will craft a menu to delight your guests.
  • Exclusive Use: Enjoy the luxury of having this magnificent estate entirely to yourselves.
  • Dry Hire: Flexible options available

Key Features

  • Stunning Georgian architecture
  • Beautifully landscaped gardens and serene lake
  • Versatile indoor and outdoor ceremony options
  • Fully-equipped lakeside marquee
  • Comfortable on-site accommodation
  • Expert in-house catering services
  • Exclusive use of the entire estate

At Ardington House, we blend historical charm with modern comforts to create a truly special venue for your wedding day. Here, amidst the gentle Oxfordshire countryside, you'll find the perfect setting to begin your new chapter together.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Unusual weddings
Asian wedding
Stately home
Historic
Landmark
Marquees and tents
Woodland and festival
Church
Outdoor license
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Chapel or temple on-site
Fire ceremony
Civil ceremony licence
Religious ceremony license

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Private catering allowed
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

Marquee available
Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Wedding coordinator

Venue leisure facilities:

Swimming pool

Other features:

Exclusive use
Car parking
Helipad
Confetti permitted
Changing room for wedding guests
Pet-friendly
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Reviews for Ardington House

Leigh-Ann
Leigh-Ann Sent on 07/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Ardington House is perfect! It’s unmatched locally, the best Manor House venue in this part of the country

We had our wedding 31/05/25

Charlie and the team at Ardington were so lovely and helpful. As were Charlotte and the team at fingers and forks. Everyone came together to make our day run so perfectly, I honestly can’t think of a single thing that could have gone better. Definitely shortlist Ardington and have a look round if you’re considering!
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Tash Sent on 30/08/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing wedding venue!

The most unique and special wedding venue with beautiful grounds and just the perfect setting for a ceremony either in the stunning hall or island.
We cannot thank the team at Ardington House enough for the most wonderful wedding day! Charlie and the team provided excellent support during the last year and a half of constant postponements due to Covid, we could not have got through such a difficult time without them!
We are so grateful to have celebrated in the beautiful house, gardens and marquee, which has left us with long lasting memories and gorgeous photos!
J
Jess Sent on 26/11/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best Day Ever!

Thanks so much for helping us to organise the most amazing wedding at Ardington!

The house and the marquee were perfect venues, and looked absolutely beautiful. We really did feel at home, it was pretty magical to "live" somewhere like Ardington!
J
Jess Sent on 28/10/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Thank You

Thanks so much for helping us to organise the most amazing wedding at Ardington!

The house and the marquee were perfect venues, and looked absolutely beautiful. Dragos and Lydia looked after everyone so well - we really did feel at home. It was pretty magical to "live" somewhere like Ardington
H
Hannah Sent on 11/10/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Thank You!

We had such a wonderful day! Thank you again to the whole team for making everything run so smoothly.
J
Jordan Sent on 15/10/2019
5 out of 5 rating

We can't thank you enough

Thank you all for the amazing effort you all go to, to make all this possible! Our wedding day was everything we could ask for and more. Honestly the best day we could have ever have imagined, the venue and all the staff really made it truly perfect thank you too everyone behind the scenes ! Just once again thank you too all of you for everything you’ve done for us.
A
Alex Sent on 04/06/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Weekend

We had a such a wonderful weekend at Ardington. The whole team made us feel so at home and we have had so many compliments on what a brilliant and beautiful venue Ardington was
G
Guy Sent on 03/06/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you!

The whole day went so well from start to finish and I really think that we have you guys to thank for so much of it. The venue was absolutely beautiful
C
Charlie Sent on 19/09/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Thank You!

Evans and I would just like to say a HUGE thank you from us and our families. We had the most amazing day and your team made everything run seamlessly. The weather was on our side and the whole day was perfect. It really was the dream setting. Our guests had an amazing day and we had so many compliments on it and that’s all thanks to you guys.
C
Charlie Sent on 31/08/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you so much

Honestly, we couldn't have wished for a better day, in a better venue. Everything went perfectly, everyone loved it and most importantly me and Greg loved it. I am so glad I chose Ardington, every detail made the day even more magical than we had thought, Dragos & Lydia were amazing, made the night before and the morning run as smooth as possible. Charlie and Sarah have been a pleasure to liaise with, answering all of my little questions to help me feel at ease before the big day.
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Poppy Sent on 03/08/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you From The Zaks

Andy and I wanted to say a massive thank you for all your help and support over our wedding back in June. From all the preparation, set-up, our accommodation and the day itself, you were all so friendly and helpful. We could not have asked for a more beautiful venue and we had such an amazing day! Thank you all so much!
M
Max Sent on 17/10/2017
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful

The guests (ourselves included) had our breath taken away by the venue, the food and drinks. Not sure if you heard but your wonderful team was the first to be thanked in Max's speech.

Everything went smoothly in the end and we loved it all. Please also help to thank Dragos & Lydia for us for being so lovely and helpful.

It was a pleasure working with you all.
C
Christina Sent on 28/07/2017
5 out of 5 rating

Best Day of our lives

We really did have the best time last week. The venue was just incredible! I loved every second! From planning it with you, to keeping our cake cool in the cellar and finally to our buggy ride into the marquee, the friendly service was just outstanding. Thanks again, Christina.
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Anuhya Sent on 28/07/2017
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you

We are missing Ardington House so much....we are currently trying to convince my sister to get engaged and get married there!

Alvin and I cannot thank you and the team at Ardington house enough for make our wedding day magical. From the start the team has always kept us informed and reassured which made wedding planning easier and fun! We really appreciate the timely response to emails and accommodating meetings to suit our schedules.

Staying at Ardington House for the whole weekend of our wedding celebrations was the best decision we made. The house is absolutely beautiful and the service we received from Lidia and Dragos was exceptional.

The day itself ran so smoothly with the help of Rachel and the team. She ensured we stuck to time so we could get all things done as planned including the multiple bridal outfit changes! She looked after us so well especially when she sent the wedding party canapes to our rooms in between ceremonies. The food was delicious especially the sticky toffee pudding!

Our family and wedding guests still tell us how absolutely fantastic the venue and the service was for our fusion wedding! We thank you so much for helping us create this.
F
Fred Sent on 28/07/2017
5 out of 5 rating

Huge thanks

HUGE thanks to the whole team, Dragos, Lydia etc for a fantastic day on Saturday. Everyone loved Ardington and the whole day went without any problems. Very best regards, Fred and Holly and Sam
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