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On Hitched.co.uk since 2021

Last update: January 2024

The Bay Tree Hotel is a wedding venue in Burford, Oxfordshire, England. Situated on the River Windrush, in the picturesque Cotswold Hills, the small medieval town of Burford is your gateway to the wedding of your dreams. Here, within the cosy, tranquil grounds of this charming 16th-century hotel, old-world sophistication and modern style come together to create something truly special. You and your guests are invited to imbibe the majestic serenity and fragrant atmosphere of this quintessentially English wonderland. The Bay Tree Hotel team is looking forward to meeting you; they can’t wait to show you around this picture-perfect paradise.

Facilities and Capacity

The Bay Tree Hotel is available for exclusive use, and it is licensed for civil ceremonies. The romantic Hawthorne Room is an ideal spot for an intimate wedding ceremony. It can hold up to 12 guests, and it features a delightful log fireplace. At the back of the property is the light, airy Conservatory. This multipurpose space has a flagstone floor and offers stunning views of the garden. It is a beautiful setting for a ceremony of up to 55 people. The Restaurant is the hotel’s largest indoor event and wedding area. It can seat up to 85 people, and its large windowed doors lead out onto the terrace. Beyond the Restaurant, you will also find the galleried staircase. This is the oldest part of the hotel; its quiet grandeur makes it the delight of couples and photographers alike. Outside, nestled amidst beautifully-manicured beds of flowers, is the lovely Summer House, perfect for outdoor ceremonies of up to 85 guests. The hotel also has 21 individually-decorated guest bedrooms so you and your guests can relax in comfort and style at the end of the evening.

Services Offered

The Bay Tree Hotel has everything you need to create a truly unforgettable wedding experience. The hotel’s talented in-house catering team offers a range of delicious menu options, sure to make your taste buds sing. The Bay Tree Hotel’s experienced wedding coordinator will also be on hand to ensure that everything is in place and ready for your big day.

Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Small hotel
Pub or restaurant
Historic
Outdoor license

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

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

Evening entertainment:

Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Evening reception facilities
Outdoor fireworks permitted

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Wedding coordinator

Venue leisure facilities:

Hairdresser

Other features:

Exclusive use
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Changing room for wedding guests
Pet-friendly
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Reviews for The Bay Tree Hotel

4.9 out of 5 rating
Hitched Wedding Awards 2024 Winner
4.9 out of 5 rating
66 reviews
98% recommend it
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  • Value for money
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Sophia R. Sent on 26/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you for making our day amazing

Our wedding at the Bay Tree was completely faultless and just as we hoped it to be, and more! The whole team could not do enough to make sure it went smoothly and nothing was too much trouble, even last minute changes! We feel the team went above and beyond to ensure our day was incredible and would highly recommend them to anyone for their wedding day! Such a beautiful setting!
Willow
Willow Sent on 24/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

5 Stars on every level!

We recently celebrated our wedding at The Bay Tree Hotel, and we are absolutely thrilled with the experience. From the moment we started planning to the day of our wedding, the staff went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. Their dedication and attention to detail were truly remarkable, making our special day perfect in every way. A special shout out to both Laura & Becky who handle weddings and events, we couldn't have asked for more helpful and caring wedding planners, they really made planning our wedding seem like a walk in the park.
The food was out of this world! Many of our guests commented that it was the best wedding breakfast they had ever eaten. Every dish was prepared to perfection, showcasing a delightful blend of flavors that left everyone thoroughly impressed. The culinary team at The Bay Tree Hotel deserves high praise for their outstanding work.
The staff was incredibly informative and willing to help with any request. Their professionalism and friendly demeanor made us feel at ease throughout the entire process. Whether it was answering our numerous questions or accommodating last-minute changes, they handled everything with grace and efficiency.
The rooms at The Bay Tree Hotel were lovely, providing a comfortable and luxurious stay for us and our guests. Each room was beautifully decorated, exuding charm and elegance that made us feel right at home. Additionally, every corner of the hotel was picturesque, offering stunning backdrops that added to the overall beauty of our wedding.
We couldn't have asked for a better venue for our special day. The Bay Tree Hotel exceeded all our expectations and left us with memories we will cherish forever. We wholeheartedly recommend this venue to anyone looking to host a wedding or any special event. Thank you, Bay Tree Hotel, for making our wedding day truly unforgettable!
Debra
Debra H. Sent on 02/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Day

We fell in love with The Bay Tree and knew it would be perfect for our wedding. The staff are outstanding, with nothing too much trouble. Every stage of planning, meetings, menu tasting etc, and the big day itself was superb. The hotel is so full of character and ideal for an exclusive use wedding. Loved our wedding day, and wish we could do it all again.
Sian
Sian M. Sent on 28/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Simply Fantastic

We will be forever to everyone at the Baytree for making our big day so fabulous. Laura and the team are second to none - nothing was too much and the whole process was seamless from beginning to end! We and our guests had an awesome day - wish we could do it all over again! Thank you so much! 🤩
Eleanor
Eleanor T. Sent on 06/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect in every way!

Thanks so much for helping us to organise the perfect day! We really enjoyed ourselves and all the staff at The Bay Tree were so lovely and helpful.

Laura helped us plan and organise our wedding. She was incredible on the day with the organisation and we were able to relax and enjoy our celebration!
Julie
Julie B. Sent on 29/03/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely beautiful

From start to finish I didn’t have to worry about anything.. my wedding coordinator Abby and her team based in the Baytree Hotel were all absolutely amazing.. I felt no pressure as they took everything into their hands so that I could just enjoy the day.
The buffet Food was amazing and the staff were on hand at all times . They were completely supportive and accommodating to all of our guests.
I can’t express how absolutely thrilled and grateful I am to the Baytree Hotel for a having the most wonderful wedding experience.
I Would definitely recommend visiting and seeing for yourself this incredible cotswolds oldie worldly hotel and village.
It’s an idilic setting for a wedding


Victoria
Victoria T. Sent on 28/01/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best Day Ever

Our wedding at the Bay Tree Hotel was amazing. Having the whole hotel to ourselves made it really personal. The staff were amazing both in helping with the planning and over the weekend of the wedding. Natasha the wedding planner was always on hand and was professional and friendly. From the ladies who performed the ceremony, to the food, the disco and all the staff in the hotel everything about our day was perfect. All of our friends said it was the best wedding they had ever been to and we would do anything to experience it all over again!
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Emma Sent on 10/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Amazing Bay Tree Hotel

We fell in love with the Bay Tree Hotel as soon as we saw it and booked it for our wedding day. It exceeded our expectations, from the moment we arrived on the Friday all the staff where so welcoming and friendly we felt so relaxed to be at the bay tree for the weekend. our wedding day was everything we had dreamt of and this is all down to the staff.
We got married on the 22/06/24 and all our guests are still saying how much of a lovely venue it is and how good the food was everyone had so much fun we really wish we could do it all over again. If you are thinking of viewing this wedding venue you will honestly fall in love, we would highly recommend anyone wanting to get married to choose here!
Mr and Mrs Curd xx
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Gemma C. Sent on 09/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best day ever!

We booked our wedding at the Bay Tree as the vibe we wanted was a big party in a country pub, and that's exactly what the venue delivered! It's a beautiful place in a stunning location with accommodation on-site and nearby which made everything really easy for our guests. Our ceremony was at the Catholic Church at the top of the hill which was only a 5 minute walk away so it was ideal.

Our day couldn't have gone smoother, and that's all down to the fantastic team at the Bay Tree who were so on top of everything. Particular thanks to Becky who knew what we needed before we even had to ask. She was so reassuring and allowed us to enjoy our day without any worries.

We loved every second of our day and wish we could do it all over again!
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Michele L. Sent on 27/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Celebration

We had the most perfect wedding celebration at The Bay Tree. Nothing was too much trouble and the whole team were so welcoming, warm and considerate.

It is such a beautiful intimate venue room the gardens to Bedroom and rooms to host a wedding. It was perfect for us.

A special thanks to Laura who coordinated our wedding from the ceremony to the celebration meal. We truly couldn’t have asked for a more professional, warm, friendly person who made our day so special. We had every confidence in Laura right from the start. She understood exactly what we wanted to make our day so memorable and thought of every detail. Laura is a very special person.

Thank you to everyone at The Bay Tree.
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Ellie S. Sent on 26/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect venue for an intimate wedding!

We hosted our wedding at The Bay Tree Hotel in February - we had exclusive use and had 40 guests. Everything related to the venue was just fantastic - the spaces are just gorgeous and it was exactly what we wanted a weekend where all our guests could stay and we could celebrate. The venue is well priced for the area and the payment process is smooth giving you plenty of time to space out payments. Laura was absolutely amazing in the run up and made sure she knew all the details we wanted. The run up and the day ran so smoothly thanks to her and the Bay Tree team - all of who were so wonderful and kind on our wedding day and any time we encountered them beforehand. The food, the drinks, everything was fantastic and as we have seen guests over the past 6 weeks everyone has been glowing about the Bay Tree - from the venue, the food, the staff - we all loved it and it will always be a very special place to us. Thank you Laura and the whole Bay Tree team!
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Clare Sent on 11/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding day

We got married at the Bay Tree in August and had the best wedding day I could have imagined! Laura and the team were so attentive, helpful and organised - everything ran like clockwork and they really went above and beyond in every respect. We got compliments from everyone about the lovely, relaxed venue, the delicious food, the friendly staff and the picturesque setting in beautiful Burford. It was also really special that many of our guests could stay overnight at the hotel, which in itself is a lovely place to stay, with comfortable beds, hot showers with Bramley toiletries and a perfect full English in the morning. We are so grateful to the team and would recommend the venue to anyone!
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Alice Sent on 25/01/2024
4.4 out of 5 rating

A perfect Cotswolds wedding

The Bay Tree helped bring my vision to life - a black tie formal wedding, with a relaxed and festive backdrop. The food was fantastic (something I was very keen to get right) but I’d say the tasting was essential in helping to get that right as we were able to provide feedback and tweaks to the menu. Laura who heads up the wedding planning is particularly brilliant and Becky who managed the venue on the day was an absolute joy. We also loved having all of our friends stay for the night as we booked out the whole venue - I’d 100% recommend this, it makes it extra special.
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Robert R. Sent on 13/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue for our ideal cosy Cotswold wedding

We are so unbelievably happy with the wedding we had at the Bay Tree Hotel this October 2023. We had 70 guests in the day which increased to about 90 in the evening and the venue was absolutely perfect for our day. The cosy pub vibes alongside the classy Cotswold interior made for a beautiful day and some stunning photos. The food and service was incredible - ordinarily you'd expect the quality of catering to fall for big events like this, but the canapes were delicious and the main meal had guests talking for days about how good the food was.

The exclusive hire of the venue was ideal. The 21 rooms included in the price were stunning with some guests having already told us they'll be visiting again separately because of the stay they had.

Laura and the whole team at the Bay Tree were incredible to work with from the moment we booked all the way through until after the wedding. They were incredibly responsive and so very accommodating of not only us as the Bride and Groom but also everyone who was present on our day.

We could not recommend the venue more highly if we tried!

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Stuart L. Sent on 04/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Halloween Wedding at the Beautiful Bay Tree Hotel in Burford

I recently got married at the Bay Tree Hotel on Halloween and had a fantastic time. The ceremony took place in the beautiful summer house, with the dinner afterwards in the lovely conservatory room. The staff were extremely good and the wedding went very smoothly. The Bay Tree hotel is really comfortable, with great food and excellent service. As a wedding venue, and with Laura doing a superb job as the wedding coordinator, I couldn't recommend it more highly. Thank you to all the staff at the Bay Tree for making our wedding and stay so memorable.
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The Bay Tree Hotel OX18 4LW Burford (Oxfordshire)
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