The Hare and Hounds Hotel is a stunning venue in Westonbirt near Tetbury, with the Royal Highgrove Estate and National Arboretum for neighbours. Dating back to 1854, this magnificent historic hotel is built in traditional Cotswold stone and surrounded by acres of beautiful gardens and woodland, providing a picture-perfect setting for your wedding day.
The hotel can accommodate all types of wedding, from an intimate celebration with you closest family to a large celebration with all your friends. The friendly and professional team will be on hand to offer help and advice, with their warm welcome and personal approach, ensuring the perfect atmosphere.
If you're looking for a unique venue, you'll find The Hare and Hounds has plenty of character with original log fireplaces, big bay windows and a whole host of cosy snugs and lounges. For your wedding day, you’ll have sole use of one wing of the hotel to celebrate your special day, not to mention a dedicated entrance for your guests to arrive in style, a private bar and direct access to the perfectly manicured gardens.
The venue is licensed for civil ceremonies within four areas. The largest suite can accommodate up to 120 guests for your ceremony and wedding breakfast and 150 for the evening reception. If you’re planning a summer celebration, you could opt for a romantic outside ceremony in the breeze house – a pretty timber-framed structure, set within picturesque gardens.
When it comes to selecting your food, you can choose from a choice of set menus or the chef can create a bespoke menu, incorporating your ideas. Prior to your special day, you will be treated to a complimentary tasting of your final menu.
After the celebrations, the idyllic Game Keeper’s Cottage is the ideal place to spend your first night of married life, benefiting own private garden and hot tub. Meanwhile, your guests can make the most of the 42 stylish guest bedrooms, set across the Main House, Coach House and Silkwood Court
Get in touch today to arrange a visit to this fabulous venue.