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Jessica Sent on 28/09/2025Amazing Venue
Choosing Hockwold Hall for our wedding was one of the easiest and best decisions we made. From the moment I first viewed the venue, I fell completely in love. Meeting Richard and Beth solidified that feeling—their genuine passion for the Hall and their commitment to reducing waste is truly infectious. I called my fiancé immediately and told him to pay the deposit; there was simply no other choice for us.
For us, Hockwold Hall was more than just a beautiful backdrop; it was our home for two nights. The sense of exclusive hire makes you feel incredibly special and completely unrestricted, allowing the celebration to flow naturally. I also had a deep personal connection, as my Nannie used to live just up the road, and we spent Christmases at the old pub (now the Inn). Seeing the space transformed by the current team, while keeping that wonderful, warm atmosphere, was incredible.
Our guests constantly complimented the venue, with many saying it was the best wedding venue they had ever been to. The outdoor ceremony space was beautiful, and the weather held out perfectly, but knowing there was a very capable and elegant Plan B was highly reassuring. The unique features, like the animals on site, added an extra layer of charm and magic that you simply won't find anywhere else. Later, the basement space provided the perfect setting to continue the party after the marquee.
We were consistently impressed by how reasonably priced everything was, from the venue hire itself to the drinks served on the day. Considering the sheer grandeur and the all-encompassing experience, the value provided is outstanding. Richard, Beth, and the team ensure that you are treated like family, making the whole experience feel personal and relaxed.
If I could change one thing, it would be to heed the venue’s advice on suppliers. We opted for an outside supplier, and the clear-up the following day became quite stressful due due to things being misplaced and the supplier not knowing where to go. While this had nothing to do with the venue itself, I now understand why using the recommended suppliers, who are already familiar with the space, is so crucial for a seamless experience.
For future couples planning a highly detailed wedding like ours, I would also strongly recommend hiring a wedding planner. Although the venue coordinators are fantastic and arrived at 10 am, having a dedicated planner from the start would have reduced the need for our groomsmen to run around organizing things on the morning of the wedding.
Hockwold Hall offers ample, amazing on-site accommodation and a truly unforgettable atmosphere. This review simply doesn't do the venue justice for how brilliant it is. If you are searching for your perfect wedding venue, I highly recommend you go and view it—you will fall in love with it straight away. -
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Alice Sent on 23/08/2026Hockwold Hall Review
As soon as we toured Hockwold (even on a fairly dreary February day!), it was the clear frontrunner for us out of the many venues that we had looked at both in person and online. Not only is it a beautiful venue which barely needs any decoration adding to it, but all the staff were incredible from the very start of the process, right through to after our wedding day. They always went above and beyond and made us feel both like we were in safe hands and that we were a priority for them, which is no mean feat considering how busy they are. It makes such a difference when you can tell that the staff all love what they do and working together.
The hall itself has something for every guest, whether that be the garden games, secret gardens, hidden swings or the interesting array of animals which keeps the children (both big and small) entertained during the quiet moments of the day. There is also so much included with the venue which you wouldn’t think to expect, which really made Hockwold stand out to us when we were first looking to book. Some of the standout extras at the venue for us were the dancefloor (perfect for a bride that loves to dance all night!), the variety of spaces for guests to use during the day, and the cellar so we could end the celebrations when it felt right for us.
We were also very keen to find a venue with accommodation on site as many of our guests were travelling a long way, which we did find surprisingly difficult when looking at venues, but Hockwold could also tick that box for us. The rooms in the Hall itself felt super luxurious, but the additional living space and kitchen area also felt really homely which was just right for us the morning after the wedding.
Hockwold also made the planning very easy for us- they asked all the right questions and the right times so nothing was forgotten in planning. Their recently introduced planning portal was a great tool for us to easily refer back to everything we had discussed with them and allowed us to easily reach out if we had any random questions along the way. The dedicated food and wine tasting events were also great fun and helped make the catering decisions very easy.
Finally, we were also very impressed with Shefs- the food was excellent and the catering staff were seamless on the day. They were very flexible and their menus has so many different options that we did not feel at all restricted in making our food choices. Hockwold were even kind enough to invest in an extra Paella dish so we could cater for more guests than they already offered!
Overall, we would thoroughly recommend Hockwold to any prospective couples, and we would like to say a huge thank you to Richard, Molly and all the Hockwold and Shefs team! -
Colette Sent on 16/07/2026
Amazing venue!
Hockwold hall was amazing from start to finish!
It was one of very few venues we looked at & once we saw the outdoor venue we fell in love with the idea of an outdoor ceremony, this along with the venue have a very good price point for everything that it has to offer!
we booked our wedding 3 years in advance and during that time I spent a lot of visits to wedding fairs and open days and got to know the staff very well, to the point we even joked the morning of the wedding about not seeing each other again! the staff were always on hand to answer my 1000`s of questions and never treated any question like it was ridiculous. they offered their expertise and knowledge the whole way through.
The planning system they have in place leading up the wedding is incredible and helps to alleviate the stress of ensuring that they have the information needed for your day!
on the day I had Anna & Molly who were amazing all the way through, they ensured we were running on time, continuously checked in on the wedding party to ensure everyone`s welfare as we got married on one of the hottest days of the year. they liaised with our vendors incredibly to ensure smooth running of the day!
the venue was stunning and such an incredible backdrop for our photos, because of the history of the venue it can get very hot on the hottest days of the year, the staff done their upmost to help ease the heat with fans in all the rooms and an aircon machine by the top table, as well as offering plenty of ice water throughout the day.
The team ensured that our day ran as smoothly as possible, just the way we needed it to and ensured that we enjoyed our day!
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Zanna Sent on 10/07/2026
Amazing! Dream wedding
Hockwold Hall was absolutely stunning, and for the price we paid, the full package was incredible value. Planning our wedding honestly couldn’t have been easier, as so much was taken care of through the venue itself.
The in-house catering was amazing. They accommodated my intolerance perfectly and also incorporated Russian dishes into the menu, as ours was a Russian-English wedding. The dishes were exactly how they should be and the food was absolutely delicious!
Our DJ and florist were also partners of the venue, and neither disappointed. The entire location feels so high-end and offers so many beautiful opportunities for photos. The marquee was gorgeous, and we also had the petting zoo open for our guests — something we never expected to become one of the biggest highlights of the day for so many people!
A special mention has to go to our coordinator, Beth, who was absolutely outstanding. Having someone so competent, organised and reliable there to coordinate between everyone on the day took an incredible amount of pressure off us. She handled everything so smoothly, which meant we could simply enjoy our wedding without worrying about what was happening behind the scenes.
We genuinely can’t say enough about how grateful we are. Hockwold Hall gave us the most amazing wedding day, and we couldn’t have wished for a more beautiful venue or a better team. Thank you so much for everything!
Hockwold Hall's reply:
Hi Zanna,
Wow – thank you so much for taking the time to write such a wonderful review.
It truly means the world to us to hear that you had such an amazing day, We're delighted that the catering team were able to accommodate your dietary requirements and create authentic Russian dishes for you and your guests – we'll be sure to pass your lovely comments on to Shefs of Brandon.
We're also so pleased that you loved the marquee, the petting zoo (it always seems to steal the show!), and that our recommended suppliers helped make your day everything you hoped for.
Beth will be absolutely thrilled to read your kind words. She works incredibly hard to ensure every wedding runs seamlessly, and I'm sure your feedback will mean a great deal to her.
Thank you again for trusting us with such an important day in your lives. It was an absolute pleasure to host your wedding, and we wish you both a lifetime of happiness together.
With our very best wishes,
The Hockwold Hall Team -
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Jenny Sent on 29/05/2026J&J wedding
Simply could not rate them high enough! 10/10 across the board-highly recommend -
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Ellie Sent on 09/01/2026Would highly recommend Hockwold to anyone.
The venue is absolutely beautiful and the staff are all brilliant! The rooms are all so unique and offer a great experience for guests. We only wish we could have stayed longer! The cellar bar was a great addition for the after party also. Nothing was too much trouble for anyone and it was all very organised from start to finish -
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Kelly Sent on 13/07/2025The most amazing experience
The staff at Hockwold hall went above and beyond in everything they did.
They allowed us to have the best day of our dreams. Nothing was too much trouble.
The shefs catering were equally the same and catered exactly to our budget and guests. Everyone is still talking about how amazing the food and how spectacular the day was.
I cannot recommend Hockwold hall enough. I’m so glad we chose here. -
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