Skip to main content
Weddings

About

The Abinger Hatch is a quintessential independent British country pub and wedding venue located in Dorking, Surrey. Since 2017, Brad and Charlotte have been the proud owners of this family-operated property. Based at the heart of the Surrey Hills in Abinger Common, between Dorking and Guildford, the pub is perfectly positioned for your dream country wedding.

Facilities and Capacity

With roaring log fires inside and an extensive heated tipi in the large garden, there are options for all budgets, tastes and styles. At The Abinger Hatch, you get two styles in one: a rustic country pub and a magical heated tipi. With exclusive hire, you will have access to both the full interior of our 17th-century country pub and our extensive tipi. Lit with fairy lights and an open fire available, it's a magical setting for any country wedding reception.

Why Choose The Abinger Hatch?

  • Exclusive use of an idyllic 17th-century pub, tipi and gardens.
  • Fantastic event catering created by a full-time team of experienced, professional chefs.
  • Great relationships with other local suppliers who can be personally recommended.
  • Can support you in ensuring you have the day of your dreams.
  • Can customise your dream wedding with your available budget.
  • One basic set hire charge of £1000, not dependent on peak or off-peak dates, then you will have a minimum spend for the day to meet.
  • The Abinger Hatch only hosts a select number of weddings every year to ensure you receive the best dedicated service.

Cuisine

The Abinger Hatch's experienced, full-time, professional chefs will create canapes, a delicious 3-course wedding Breakfast menu for your event, served 'family style' for you and your guests to enjoy, followed by evening buffet options.

Services Offered

The team at The Abinger Hatch do things a little differently from other venues. Depending on the day, you will be told a minimum spend you must cover. This is simply calculated from what the pub would, on average, take on that given day. The spend will vary and be higher during peak season (April-September) and on peak days (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays & Bank Holidays). Still, typically it ranges from £4,000-£15,000 throughout the year for exclusive use. All food and drink for your wedding day contribute to meeting the minimum spend required, including your guests purchasing drinks at a cash bar.

Only have a limited budget? Don't worry! The Abinger Hatch has hosted weddings of a variety of budgets and sizes and is very flexible. Tell them what your dream wedding is and let them help make it happen!

illustration popular

Venues you may like

Check out other venues that are popular with couples right now

Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Pub or restaurant
Unusual weddings
Asian wedding
Historic
Marquees and tents
Woodland and festival
Tipis and yurts
Unique weddings

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Alcohol licence
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

Marquee available
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities

Venue staff assistance:

Wedding coordinator

Other features:

Exclusive use
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Pet-friendly
Horse baraat permitted

Reviews for The Abinger Hatch

A
Ashley Sent on 14/04/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing wedding!

We hosted our wedding with Brad, Charlotte and the team and it was an amazing day! We exclusive use of the venue and the team were very accommodating from start to finish. The guests loved the relaxed feel, great (really great!) food and general vibe of the day.

Lots of flexibility and a day to remember!
S
Simon Sent on 10/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible summer wedding

The team at the Abinger Hatch were fantastic from start to finish. Brad was incredibly attentive to what we were looking for and what we needed. He really helped us decide what food and drinks would pair well together and with the smaller intimate wedding that my wife and I were looking for. We provided our own cake but the chef went out of his way to add further embellishments to it, including adding a large amount of fresh fruit! Even 18 months later, our friends still talk about how good the food was!
The tipi was exactly the vibe we were going for, with it's rustic aesthetic and cosy feel, it allowed us to really feel at home in the space.
On the day, the staff were always on hand to get me and my wife whatever we needed, and we're able to adapt well when (inevitably!) timings didn't exactly line up with what we expected!
Kate
Kate Sent on 10/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Surrey Summer wedding

Brad and the team were amazing from start to finish. Gorgoeus attention to detail and looked after us and the guests perfectly.
Tipi was stunning and having the pub for the day was just perfect
We're all about trust. Our community relies on honest reviews to make your big decisions easier.

Badges

Map

The Abinger Hatch, Abinger Lane, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6HZ RH5 6HZ Dorking (Surrey)

Other suppliers in Surrey for your wedding

Wedding Venues