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On Hitched.co.uk since 2022
Last update: June 2025
Whether you're planning an intimate gathering with your closest loved ones or a larger celebration full of joy and laughter, The Great House at Sonning offers a versatile and stylish setting to suit your vision. The venue beautifully combines historic character with contemporary design, featuring bright, open spaces, exposed brickwork, and sweeping views across the river - the perfect backdrop for your special day.
A former Elizabethan coaching inn, The Great House is our original clubhouse, and award-winning wedding venue, featuring a dedicated event space for up to 100 seated guests (200 standing), 49 bedrooms and popular Coppa Club restaurant, serving a selection of classic and Mediterranean dishes.
Our dedicated event space, The Lodge, is licensed to host legal ceremonies, and enjoys doors that open out onto its own private terrace and lawn, which overlooks the River Thames - perfect for an outdoor ceremony or reception drinks, to enjoy bubbles and canapés in the summer sun. Want to make a grand entrance, why not arrive by boat? With our own private jetty you can step straight off the water and onto the aisle, for that picture-perfect ceremony.
Our on-site accommodation, includes 49 individually designed bedrooms, blending contemporary comfort with the charm of historic architecture. Situated across four distinct buildings - including the Elizabethan Coach House - each room features thoughtful touches like luxury bedding, rain showers, and retro-style fridges.
From your romantic ceremony to the last dance of the evening, every detail is thoughtfully taken care of by our experienced and friendly team, who will guide you through every step of the process, to take the stress out of planning your wedding.
Whether you're envisioning rustic romance, modern chic, or a little bit of both, The Great House at Sonning offers the perfect backdrop for the start of your forever. Contact us today to arrange your viewing.
LATE AVAILABILITY:
Remaining dates available until 31st March 2026, either no or low venue hire fee charged! Menus from £60 per person.
Email marry@variouseateries.co.uk for further details and availability
*Offer subject to availability and for new bookings only. Offer not applicable to previously confirmed bookings*
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