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Missenden Abbey is a delightful wedding venue located in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire. This historic destination provides a stunning platform for your special day. From breathtaking views to delicious cuisine, the venue is perfect for a fantastic wedding.

Facilities and Capacity

The Buckinghamshire venue is nestled within 10 acres of incredible gardens and set against the impressive backdrop of the Chiltern Hills, providing stunning scenery for your important wedding photographs. In the warmer months, you and your guests can enjoy these views while making use of the beautiful lawns for socialising and garden games. When you plan your day at Missenden Abbey, you can enjoy a wonderful, exclusive celebration. As the venue is licensed for civil ceremonies, you can hold your whole day here to make the most of the spectacular setting. The Library and Garden Room are lovely choices for your day. With its historic grandeur, the Abbey boasts an excellent selection of exquisite features. From the grand vaulted ceilings to the ornate stained glass windows, the character and charm of the elegant function rooms provide the perfect backdrops for your celebrations.

Services Offered

Throughout your wedding preparations, you will enjoy the dedicated services of our excellent wedding coordinator. They will be on hand throughout to ensure every detail is taken care of for a truly perfect day. To celebrate the first night of your married life, the venue team can offer you complimentary use of our luxurious bridal suite. They also have 57 en-suite rooms, which can be reserved for your overnight guests. For your wedding breakfast, their talented chefs will prepare the most delicious dishes using the finest, locally sourced ingredients. Everything will come together perfectly when you book with these dedicated professionals at this unique location.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Historic
Marquees and tents
Outdoor license
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

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

Evening entertainment:

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

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Wedding coordinator

Venue leisure facilities:

Fitness centre

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted

Reviews for Missenden Abbey

Madeleine
Madeleine Sent on 15/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best day ever!

We’d really recommend this venue to any couples planning their wedding – it was everything we hoped for and more.

We had the most incredible day, even with the rain! The venue was absolutely beautiful and had such a warm, welcoming feel. There were so many lovely spots for photos, and it all came together to create a relaxed, joyful atmosphere that our guests are still talking about.

Georgia and the team were brilliant – so well organised, attentive, and genuinely helpful from the very beginning. Georgia in particular made everything feel easy. She was calm, thorough, and nothing was ever too much trouble. We felt really supported throughout the whole process and on the day itself, which made such a difference.

The marquee was perfect – it looked gorgeous for the wedding breakfast and turned into the dancefloor effortlessly for the evening. One thing we especially loved was how the venue had quieter spaces available, so guests who needed a break could take some time out without feeling like they were missing anything.

Another big plus was the affordability of drinks – our guests really appreciated this, and it helped keep the atmosphere relaxed and inclusive.

I also have to mention how much I loved staying in Wysteria Cottage with my bridesmaids the night before the wedding. It was the perfect space to get ready in – beautifully decorated, lots of room for hair and makeup, a fully working kitchen, and really comfy beds. It felt calm and special, and it meant so much that Georgia had breakfast brought over for us in the morning so we could avoid bumping into the groom!

In terms of feedback – and we really had to think hard – it would’ve been helpful if guests could have booked and paid for their rooms directly (maybe with a code), rather than the responsibility falling to us if someone didn’t pay (wasn't an issue for us though).

We had the best day. The venue, the team, the setting – it all came together so perfectly. We’re so grateful to everyone involved and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to others.
Imelda
Imelda Sent on 11/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Our Perfect Love Story

Missenden Abbey is everything and more that you want from a Wedding Venue. Not only is the setting the most beautiful with incredible grounds and amazing history but the service you receive is second to none.
When we booked our appointment to check out this venue which at the time was the first of 4 we were absolutely astounded.
Natasha our wedding planner was so amazing and led us through all the necessary preparations in an open and honest manner. She has so much experience that gives you complete confidence that she will deliver your Wedding just as you want with lots of added extras.
All the team at Missenden Abbey are so attentive and a pleasure to speak to whenever needed.
Every time we visited we were so looked after whether for Afternoon Tea, Drinks at the Bar, General Planning Meetings or Food Tasting for the Wedding.
The service is outstanding and is so genuine.
The day of the Wedding we were blessed with a beautiful day and were able to marry under the Cedar Tree which was a magical and mystical delight.
All our guests loved every minute and we had the most unforgettable day.
We would highly recommend as being the perfect venue in every way.
Thank you so much Missenden Abbey we will still use you at every opportunity x
Laura
Laura Sent on 16/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The most perfect day ever

We couldn’t have asked for a more breathtaking venue for our wedding. The surroundings were idyllic, with the marquee blending the beauty of nature seamlessly, giving the perfect feeling of being both inside and outside at once for our evening celebration. The bridal getting ready room was stunning, featuring a gorgeous stained glass window that made those special moments even more magical. Seeing our guests and the groom on the terrace as the anticipation built was an unforgettable experience that will always stay with me.

A huge thank you to Natasha, Georgia, and Kathy, who were phenomenal from start to finish. Special recognition to Natasha for her meticulous planning and to Georgia and Kathy for executing the day flawlessly. Their dedication, warmth, and professionalism made everything feel effortless.

We also want to give a heartfelt mention to the head chef and his team. The food was second to none, with guests raving about every course. A particularly lovely touch was the chef preparing special waffles for my son on the morning of the wedding, making the day even more personal and memorable.

It was the most magical and perfect day we could've asked for, I'm so glad we chose Missenden Abbey to begin our next chapter in life.
Stephen
Stephen Sent on 17/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Speechless, MIssenden Abbey and the staff were absolutely amazing!

We loved every moment of our special day. This was with huge thanks to the staff and all the support they gave us.

From the day we visited the venue during an open day, we knew we were set on making it our wedding venue. It was beautiful and the staff were immediately friendly and inviting. The atmosphere was very fitting with us as a couple. We had one of the best experiences of our lives. The members of staff were professional and outstanding in supporting us with everything.

Communications with the wedding coordinator Natasha as well as her assistant Georgia were straightforward and super helpful. There was never any doubt of how things were going to pan out during the day. We knew it was going to be amazing.

The food was also amazing. We had a taster session prior to the wedding where we got to taste canapes/starters/mains/desserts, and on the day it was exactly how we imagined, if not better!

We highly recommended any future couples to book this venue for their special wedding day or any special event!
Sophie
Sophie Sent on 29/04/2025
4.8 out of 5 rating

Great flexible venue

We looked at several venues within this price range but ended up choosing Missenden Abbey for their clear pricing and the layout of the venue.
We only had a small wedding of 60 guests so we were keen to find a venue where we still had distinct spaces for each part of the wedding day, but without any of the rooms feeling too big & empty.
We had our ceremony & reception in the garden room, using another indoor dining room for our wedding breakfast. Due to not having a wedding the day before we were also able to set up the wedding breakfast & ceremony decor the day before which really took some anxiety away from the day itself. We loved that the venue was a blank canvas inside in neutrals but with beautiful details & a stunning exterior that we could decorate to our tastes.
The way the pricing packages was set up made it really easy for us to get to grips with how much it was going to cost so we could budget accordingly. At the same time, the packages were very flexible meaning we could have exactly the food & drinks etc that we wanted and keep within budget.
Overall we had an amazing day and we're so glad that we chose Missenden Abbey as our venue.
C
Charlie Sent on 29/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Creating our perfect day with collaboration and care

Missenden Abbey took the stress out of wjat is supposed to be one of the rive most stressful things you can do in your life. Natasha in particular was responsive, decisive and explained clearly what would happen on the day, how it would be managed and where they could help solve problems or concerns. Every guest told us how beautiful the venue was but also took pains to tell us how smoothly the wedding went and how attentive and helpful the staff were. Kathy managed the day perfectly and by the end of the evening we both felt shattered, but so happy our perfect day had been just that; perfect.
S
Stephen Sent on 24/10/2024
4.6 out of 5 rating

Great venue & experience

We chose this venue, as compared to several others we had viewed & assessed, it was, all things considered, best value for money.
We had exclusive use of the very well maintained Abbey which has a very cosy feel to it & with several day & evening guests travelling a fair distance, the on-site overnight accommodation was a major plus at a reasonable price.
Lovely setting. Very intimate layout. Great staff. Lovely food.
Natasha oversees the wedding coordinators at the Abbey & all staff on the day so with over 20 years experience there, this was an important factor for us. Service on the day was very slick & numerous guests commented on how good it was along with the quality of the food.
This really is a great venue & the organisation very impressive so we would have no hesitation in recommending to others.
Gloria
Gloria Sent on 10/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our Beautiful Summer Wedding!

My husband and I got engaged 2 years ago and recently got married at Missenden on the 31st August. From the moment we visited the venue we knew this was the place we want to get wed. The scenery, beautiful grounds and amazing hosting, customer service and welcoming environment . All the staff were incredibly friendly, but our wedding Coordinator Natasha was outstanding. From start to finish she made our wedding feel seamless and was always on hand to answer questions (at the speed of lightening may I add!!). I couldn't recommend this venue enough. I must also mention that the food was outstanding too! We had so many compliments from our guests about their wedding breakfast meal and the buffet. It was honestly the best decision we made, and we will be going back in the near future for afternoon tea. Thank you to everyone at Missenden for making our day magical.

Love Gloria & Chris xxx
L
Lotta Sent on 23/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Our dream wedding

Natasha and her team were amazing, welcoming, friendly and accommodating from the first day of looking at the venue, all the way through the booking process and the big day.

They were flexible with our needs and wishes and we had the most amazing day.

A lot of our guests stayed at the accommodation for both the night before and on the night of the wedding. Everybody commented how beautiful the venue was and so was the food too.
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Elisha
Elisha Sent on 20/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

We had the most absolutely magical wedding day.

We cannot thank Natasha and the team at Missenden Abbey enough. The amount of effort they put into our day was outstanding. As the bride I was very relaxed and calm and I enjoyed every single moment of the day and that’s how to the planning, organising and support of the venue.

I had my vision and it was excelled and so much more. Throughout the process Natasha would reply to countless emails and any hick-ups on the way they were fixed.

Throughout our day we did have a fire alarm which delayed us by half an hour however the venue gave us half an hour extra of the bar service at the end of the night to compensate.

I also requested Indian buffet which was not on the menu and the chef made an outstanding spread of food. All the food was brilliant our guests loved 3 course meal that was on option.

We cannot thank the venue enough for the beautiful day we had.
M
Monique Sent on 20/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding at Missenden Abbey

Planning a wedding in a year did not seem as hard because of Missenden Abbey. The staff are all so friendly and welcoming, in particular Natasha and Cathy leading up to the wedding and the day itself was so seamless because they were so helpful and made it as stress free as possible! From the beginning at the Missenden Wedding Fair we fell in love with the people we chose to be a part of the wedding. Our lovely harpist Tori, our funny and mystical magician Paul, our creative florist Taniece and her team, Tim and his on the dance floor fireworks and our wonderful photographer Graham who captured all of our chaotic and fun moments. If you’re going to get married we 100% recommend Missenden Abbey.
Kimberley
Kimberley Sent on 23/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Kim & Ryan Wedding

We got married in July and gosh did Missenden Abbey DELIVER. We genuinely had the wedding we had hoped and dreamed of and it was all thanks to the amazing Missenden Abbey team and the stunning venue, got to mention the food was also insane. They were flexible and accounted for the fusion of both African and English culture! People always say that something usually goes wrong on your wedding day and just run with it, but genuinely, the team ensured everything was seamless which enabled us to feel so relaxed and fully embrace and enjoy our special day. We will forever be thankful. Shout out to Natasha and Lauren for always being available and approachable, regardless of our trillion emails. We could not recommend this venue enough and hope to be celebrating future events here too!
J
Janice Sent on 02/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

It was the best day of our lives!

We planned the whole event in just over 6 months. From start to finish the team at Missenden Abbey made everything go smoothly. Natasha looked after us from the beginning, helping us to prioritise and giving us recommendations for various suppliers. We followed all of their recommendations and every one was exceptionally good. We had many special food requests and all of them were taken seriously, with Missenden Abbey looking after each one of our guests. On the day, we were looked after by Kathy and her team, who calmly ensured everything went smoothly and we knew we were in safe hands throughout the day. The food was delicious, the service was exceptional and the venue is an stunning in real life as it is in the brochure. We had the best day of our lives!
S
Sophie Sent on 17/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST! Incredible from start to finish!

We got married at Missenden Abbey yesterday (25/5/24) and I couldn't have imagined a more perfect day - truly the best day of our lives! Since meeting Natasha (our wedding coordinator) and booking our wedding in August 2022, Natasha has consistently gone above and beyond with every aspect of our wedding. Having such an incredible wedding coordinator honestly made such a difference to our wedding planning, and there is absolutely nothing I could fault from start to finish.

Every aspect of our wedding at MA has been absolutely outstanding - from the venue, to the food, to the coordination and organisation, everything! Our wedding food, made by the wonderful chefs, was honestly some of the best food we've ever eaten (we've had so many compliments from our guests)! It was a really nice touch when we had our wedding food tasting evening organised for us back in January, and we were blown away when everything was set up for us as if we were dining exclusively in the finest restaurant around! The food was prepared for us in the most magical way which was so special, and the staff had even printed off personalised menus for us for fun! On the wedding day itself, the food again was the star of the show, and we were so impressed with how lovely and attentive all of the waiting staff (waitresses & waiters) were!

We were so blessed to have such lovely weather on our wedding day, to truly showcase the beauty and glory of both the Abbey and the grounds. The whole set-up was absolutely perfect - there's nothing better than being offered Pimms or Prosecco after arriving at MA after the ceremony! Being able to have the resident Pizza Van (complementary with the wedding package we chose) in the sunshine for our evening guests was absolutely incredible too - genuinely the best pizza we've ever had and the friendliest man who owns the company too!

This truly is the best venue on the planet for a wedding (I know I'm biased, but I do genuinely mean it)! The wedding team (Natasha & Laura) have been absolutely fantastic, and it's been such a relief to have such communicative, transparent, efficient, and kind staff to work with! On the day itself (and the week leading up to the wedding), Natasha has genuinely been outstanding and went out of her way to make sure that every single request and need was met, and always put my mind at ease. It's been so lovely to have worked with such a lovely, kind, and supportive wedding coordinator, and I'm so grateful to have had someone so passionate about weddings help me have the bestest day of my life (because it truly was)!

I would absolutely recommend MA to every single person!
G
Gill Sent on 09/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Gill & Paul 24th May 2024

The moment we visited Missenden Abbey and met with Laura we knew this was the ideal venue to celebrate our wedding with family and friends. The Abbey and grounds are amazing and the ceremony room and Marquee were perfect. The Wedding suite and accommodation including Wysteria cottage catered for all our family and friends.
Natasha, Kathy and the team of staff made our day run smoothly and we could not have been happier. They were very attentive and we had no end of compliments from our guests, they also ensured my Dad was looked after throughout the day. The weather was perfect and everyone including the children enjoyed both the marquee and grounds, The food was exceptional and they met all dietary requirements.
The DJ had everyone up and dancing from the first dance to the end of the evening. A wonderful end to our dream wedding and lots of happy memories to treasure!
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Missenden Abbey, London Road HP16 0BD Great Missenden (Buckinghamshire)

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