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On Hitched.co.uk since 2022

Last update: October 2026

Imagine exchanging vows in a setting that perfectly blends timeless elegance with modern charm. Nestled just a short distance from the heart of Oxford, the Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel is an intimate haven located in the quaint village of Iffley. Here, the essence of classic Oxford sophistication graces every corner.

Picture your special day unfolding across three acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, where two 19th-century manor houses stand as witnesses to your love story. Whether you're dreaming of a cozy, intimate gathering or a grand celebration, our versatile event spaces can accommodate up to 150 guests. The Thames Suite, with its abundant natural light and neutral palette, offers a canvas ready to be transformed into your personal vision of a perfect wedding. As a licensed wedding venue, we invite you to host both your ceremony and reception with us, ensuring a seamless flow from one magical moment to the next.

To make your wedding experience even more memorable, why not extend the celebration beyond the traditional? Picture a leisurely punting trip down the Thames, basking in the afternoon sun, or gather with your guests for an evening of delightful wood-fired pizza and BBQ meats under the stars. For a bit of fun and relaxation, enjoy some classic garden games on our beautifully maintained lawns. Whatever your choice, our picturesque surroundings offer endless opportunities to create cherished memories and add a personal touch to your special day.

As the day winds down, retreat to our luxurious rooms, where comfort and tranquility await you and your guests. Our dedicated team is here to make your dream wedding a reality, offering personalized experiences and all-inclusive packages to ease the planning process. With the guidance of our in-house wedding coordinator, we’re committed to ensuring every detail reflects your unique love story.

At Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel, we hope that as you celebrate your love, you'll fall in love with the enchanting charm of our venue.

Packages below:

Rose Package:

From £100.00 PP

  • Includes a dedicated wedding planner to ensure your planning journey runs smoothly and a highly trained events team.
  • Wedding Tasting experience to help you select your menu and drinks
  • Celebratory drinks reception served in our beautiful garden or the Thames Ballroom
  • Three course wedding breakfast
  • Bottled still and sparkling water
  • A glass of Prosecco for your toast
  • Tea and coffee station available after dinner
  • Honeymoon Suite for the night of your wedding
  • 10 discounted bedrooms for your guests

Optional enhancements: live music or DJ, floral arrangements, evening meal, canapes, drinks packages, and Bridal Suite.

Magnolia Package:

From £165.00 PP

  • Includes a dedicated wedding planner to ensure your planning journey runs smoothly and a highly trained events team.
  • An elegantly appointed bedroom on the eve of your wedding, offering a luxurious setting for your preparations on the4 morning of your wedding
  • Arrival glass of Champagne
  • A selection of three canapes per person, served alongside your reception drinks
  • Indulgent three course wedding breakfast
  • Wedding tasting experience to help you select your menu and drinks
  • Half a bottle of wine per person, chosen from an extended selection to perfectly accompany you wedding breakfast
  • Bottled still and sparkling water throughout your wedding breakfast
  • A glass of Champagne for your toasts
  • Tea and coffee station with deluxe truffle available after dinner
  • Evening Buffet
  • Professional DJ
  • Luxurious Honeymoon Suite for the night of your wedding
  • 10 guest bedrooms offered at a preferential rate for your guests

Twilight Package

Price on request

Get married at sunset ad enjoy an evening of drinks and dancing with your guests. Late afternoon ceremony followed by celebratory drinks and canapes then a delicious evening buffet in our beautiful Ballroom

  • Includes a dedicated wedding planner to ensure your planning journey runs smoothly and a highly trained events team.
  • Celebratory drinks reception served in our beautiful garden or Thames Ballroom
  • A selection of two canapes per person served alongside your reception drinks
  • Choose from one of our evening garden menus
  • A glass of Prosecco for your toast
  • Professional DJ
  • Luxurious Honeymoon Suite for the night of your wedding
  • 10 guest bedrooms offered at a preferential rate for your guests

Intimate Package

From £4,000.00

Based on a maximum of 30 guests

  • Includes a dedicated wedding planner to ensure your planning journey runs smoothly and a highly trained events team.
  • Exclusive use of one of our smaller more intimate spaces to hold your ceremony and wedding breakfast
  • Celebratory drinks reception served in an exclusive space
  • Two canapes per person served with your reception drinks
  • A glass of Prosecco for your toast
  • Tea and coffee station to finish
  • Up to 10 discounted bedrooms for your guests

Low Season 2027 - 2028

January - April ║ October & November

High Season 2027 - 2028

May - September

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Weddings at this venue

Louise & Matthew's wedding
Louise & Matthew
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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Asian wedding
Historic
Marquees and tents
Large hotel
Outdoor license
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Corkage option
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

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:

Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Pet-friendly
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Reviews for Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel

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Holly Sent on 21/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect venue for a perfect day!

We got married in March 2024, and I honestly cannot recommend Hawkwell House enough.
We felt in very safe hands with Anna and Malcolm, they settled every worry, nerve and query. They were very accommodating and helpful, and I can honestly say the day went seamlessly. (Thanking Anna and Malcolm for that! Both were superstars and will forever sing their praises)
A massive hit with the guests was the food! I’ve been told by multiple guests it was the best food they’ve ever had at a wedding. Amazing choice of 3 options for starters, mains and puddings and fresh pizzas in the evening! (The fantastic chefs even cooked these in the pizza ovens outside in front of our guests!)
Our main selling point of this venue is you have your own area, including bar and outside space! Plus the stunning surroundings.
It was the best day, even better than we could have ever imagined. Highly recommend!
Williams
Williams Sent on 20/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Mercure Hawkwell house

We had the most wonderful wedding day at the mercure Hawkwell House although we booked at a difficult time just after lock down and when the hotel was in the middle of a refurbishment the staff did there upmost best to accommodate us which was one of the reason we decided to choose this as our venue beautiful grounds and decor through out..we chose deans events to dress the room it was beautiful! The events planners.ox who made us an amazing balloon arch and welcome sign who...food was delicious and there was a great choice and plenty of it! We went for the buffet option and it really worked well for us,staff were lovely malcolm was amazing! And made sure the day ran smoothly nothing was too much!
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