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Last update: March 2025

The Olde Bell is a landmark wedding venue located in Maidenhead, Berkshire. Serving couples in South East England, this property would be ideal for anyone seeking a quaint countryside getaway for their big day. These premises boast vintage charm with a history that goes as far back as 1135. Its Sanctus Bell is a longstanding hallmark that still stands today, inviting guests into the inn. At the same time, it features modern fixtures that help to elevate events. Here, to-be-weds can host their ceremony and reception as their loved ones enjoy the relaxing surroundings of an old-world aesthetic with up-to-date amenities.

Facilities and Capacity

Ceremonies may be held in the Tithe Barn or the Malt House. Each event space has its remarkable appeal and is worthy of hosting I-do occasions. The barn offers a bucolic beauty and pared-back elegance, defined by exposed beams and wooden features. Here, chairs may be arranged in rows so guests can sit comfortably as a couple of honour exchange vows at the head of the room. The Malt House is equally impressive with its grandeur, period-style design, and modern furnishings. Each building also provides a romantic and private area, perfect for small toasts or intimate gatherings. The barn can be set up with tables and chairs so that everyone can savour a seated meal. Likewise, the Malt House has several areas that welcome dozens of invitees to take their seats as culinary delights are served. The same buildings may be used for the wedding breakfast and late-night festivities. Outside, the gorgeous Malt House Gardens provide an idyllic backdrop for those all-important photo sessions. Overall, the maximum capacity of The Olde Bell is approximately 110 people.

Services Offered

A variety of packages are available for soon-to-be-newlyweds to peruse. These include the Signature and Vintage packages. These feature various options, like overnight accommodations and food and beverage services. Some of the courses offered by the on-site catering team include herb-crusted salmon and roasted chicken breast from our Signature Package. A diverse selection of wines can also be served as compliments to The Olde Bell’s delicious fare.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Small hotel
Pub or restaurant
Unusual weddings
Asian wedding
Historic
Landmark
Marquees and tents
Woodland and festival
Large hotel
Barn
Outdoor license
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

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

Evening entertainment:

Marquee available
Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator

Venue leisure facilities:

Hairdresser

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Pet-friendly
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Reviews for The Olde Bell

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4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
58 reviews
98% recommend it
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Stephanie Sent on 07/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding of Dreams

Would highly recommend the olde bell as a wedding venue, we had the most amazing day and the service and communication from the team through the entire process was brilliant.
The venue is beautiful and the day was perfect. Couldn't recommend more
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Happyredcakes83196 Sent on 20/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Wedding November 2024

We got married in the Malt House at The Olde Bell in November 2024 and WOW! What a day it was!
The venue is quirky but beautiful.
Food was delicious.
Staff were brilliant. So attentive throughout the whole day, nothing was too much trouble.

We honestly couldn't recommend this place enough 10/10.
Hannah
Hannah Sent on 13/03/2025
4.8 out of 5 rating

H&D Wedding Review 2024

We had such a lovely day. The venue were really accommodating from the day we booked, all the way through to the big day. Really friendly team who went above and beyond, especially on the day! Including making sure my very long veil didn’t get caught on anything as I walked down the aisle!!

Amazing food, and really reasonable pricing. We only wanted a small wedding which most venues didn’t want to accommodate, but the Olde Bell were more than happy to help make a package that worked for us.

Thank you so much again!
Jack
Jack Sent on 08/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Wedding

A Dream Wedding at The Olde Bell Hurley – Perfect in Every Way!

Last year we had our wedding at The Olde Bell in Hurley, and we could not have asked for a more perfect venue! From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations, making our special day truly magical.

First and foremost, the staff were absolutely incredible—friendly, helpful, and always willing to go the extra mile. Their attention to detail and warm hospitality made us feel completely at ease, ensuring that everything ran smoothly. They took care of every little thing, allowing us to relax and fully enjoy the day.

The Tithe Barn tself is breathtaking—it provided a stunning backdrop for our wedding. The charm and character of the venue added to the romantic atmosphere, and our guests couldn’t stop complimenting how beautiful it was.

On top of all that, The Older Bell offers fantastic value for money. The pricing was very reasonable, especially considering the outstanding service and picturesque setting. We truly felt like we got the wedding of our dreams without breaking the bank.

If you’re looking for a wedding venue that combines history, charm, exceptional service, and affordability, look no further. We cannot recommend The Older Bell in Hurley highly enough—it was everything we had hoped for and more!

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Jane Sent on 07/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A perfect stay

We only wanted a very small wedding reception, but we were still treated like VIPs. The venue is beautiful and bursting with character. There are reception rooms suitable for any occasion or party size. Every member of staff was polite and we felt very spoilt. Our bedroom in the main building was clean and smartly decorated - the bed scattered with rose petals! Breakfast, and then coffee on the sunny courtyard on the following morning concluded our perfect stay.
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Kate Sent on 07/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Truly special!

Our wedding party took over the entire hotel for a weekend celebration. Dom and his team were fantastic throughout. Professional, attentive, thoughtful and open to every request we made, whilst also being fun and keeping the party vibe going over our two night stay. We really couldn’t have wished for more and they exceeded our expectations. We had such a great time that a group of us stayed an extra night because we didn’t want to leave! Thank you Dom and all of the Olde Bell team. We loved it!
Rachel
Rachel Sent on 07/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Dream barn venue

We got married at the olde Bell in June 2024 in the tithe barn and had the most amazing day! The food was lovely, we were so well supported in the lead up to the big day and on the day itself, as a very nervous bride I massively appreciated this! The team kept the day running smoothly while I could fully enjoy it. Our guests loved the venue and the ability to stay overnight and enjoy breakfast together the morning after. I've already recommended the venue to so many friends! Also bonus that it's dog friendly so great to have the option to have our dog as ring bearer!!
Jason
Jason Sent on 06/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding on 9th October 2021

Our wedding at The Olde Bell in the Malt House was the perfect day! It was everything we expected and wanted and more.

The venue was incredible! The staff went above and beyond! The weather on the day was perfect! The food was fantastic! The accommodation at the venue was such a high standard.

Our guests kept commenting on how much the venue, the staff, the food, the atmosphere was!

We couldn’t have asked for a better choice of venue! Even in the run up to the wedding our questions were answered. Nothing was ever too much trouble.

For us the Malt House at The Olde Bell was the dream wedding! Thank you to all the staff for being everything so special for us!
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Catherine Sent on 06/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

March 2023 wedding

We had our most unforgettable wedding at the Malt House in March 2023, and I can’t recommend this venue enough! From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the rustic charm and stunning surroundings that perfectly blended history and elegance. The Olde Bell truly provided the dream setting for our wedding.

The venue’s warm, inviting atmosphere made it feel like a fairytale come true. The wooden beams, the Victorian features and gorgeous greenery outside created a beautiful contrast with the blossoming flowers and fresh spring air. We felt surrounded by nature’s beauty while still enjoying all the comfort and luxury of an indoor venue.

The team at the Olde Bell went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. Their attention to detail and excellent communication made the entire planning process a breeze. On the big day, the team ensured that everything ran smoothly, and every guest was so impressed with how easily the day flowed!

The ceremony space was breathtaking, with large windows letting in plenty of natural light. The reception area was equally impressive, offering a cozy yet sophisticated environment to celebrate with our closest family and friends. The food was exceptional, and the staff was warm and attentive.

If you're planning a wedding, I highly recommend the Olde Bell and especially the Malt House. It’s the ideal venue for a wedding, and it provided the perfect backdrop for the most memorable day of our lives. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to begin this new chapter together.
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Emma Sent on 06/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding 2023

We had such an amazing wedding in August 2023. The Olde Bell were really reasonably priced (compared to lots of other places) and the barn was absolutely beautiful. The staff were very approachable and always helped whenever we needed anything. We would definitely recommend The Olde Bell for your special day.
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Vikki Sent on 06/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding day EVER!

We had our wedding day in the tithe barn on 06/05/2022, it was the most perfect day, more so because it had been postponed 3 times due to Covid! On the day the staff went above and beyond for us, they made the day stress free and we didn’t have to think about a thing, nothing was to much trouble and we really felt looked after by each and every member of staff. Even almost 3 years down the line we still get our guests talking about our wedding and how beautiful the venue was.
We can’t thank everyone at The Olde bell enough for making our wedding day, the most magical day of our lives.
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Burl Sent on 06/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect wedding!

Amazing venue, food, staff, and plenty of opportunity to style and make your day exactly how you'd like it!

The barn with fairy lights is such an elegant space which can turn into a great party room for the evening. Nearby there's also a very picturesque river and garden.
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Thehina Sent on 06/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful March Wedding at the Olde Bell

Our March wedding last year was exceptional every detail was flawlessly executed, and we received outstanding service. The Olde Bell is highly recommended. The staff were both helpful and friendly, and the venue was beautiful.
Alice
Alice Sent on 25/11/2024
4.6 out of 5 rating

Autumn Wedding

We chose to celebrate our wedding day at The Olde Bell in the Tithe Barn. The location suited us perfectly and with the addition of bedrooms onsite made it the perfect choice for us. In the lead up to the wedding our wedding coordinator changed a few times, but Leah was fantastic in the 6 months prior, recording all of our special requests. We were fortunate to be able to access the barn the evening before as we chose to do a number of the decorations ourselves. The venue were good in accommodating our request and also very good at communicating with our suppliers. It would have been useful if the on the day wedding coordinator had been involved in the final details meeting as we had to explain things on the day that had not necessarily been passed over. The meal was really good, however there were slight discrepancies in the meal we tasted and chose and what we were told was on the menu. As a warm and welcoming wedding venue this ticked all the boxes for us, somewhere for guests to gather before the ceremony, overnight accommodation, wet weather suitable and reasonably priced for the location!
Sara
Sara Sent on 04/10/2021
1.2 out of 5 rating

From bad to worse

Although the venue is beautiful, it is terribly managed and unresponsive.

We were overcharged £500 on our bar bill at our wedding, the venue acknowledged fault but after 6 weeks of chasing they still hadn’t processed the refund. My husband had to physically drive to the venue to claim the refund.

Sadly, this is just the tip of the iceberg, so many things went wrong on our wedding day, which we documented and shared with General Manager of the venue (Jaz). 10 weeks on and no response to the email, after Jaz told us over the phone that he would address every concern raised, this is extremely disappointing.

The customer service is terrible, I would not recommend any couple get married here.
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The Olde Bell Real Weddings

Lisa & Ryan
66 photos · 29/06/2024
Kaye & Ashley
16 photos · 17/09/2021
Cheryl & Will
17 photos · 22/05/2021
David & Christalla
59 photos · 21/09/2019

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Meet the team

Leah Hamilton
Leah Hamilton
Wedding & Events Supervisor

Your dream wedding awaits at The Olde Bell, in Hurley Berkshire!

My name is Leah, the Weddings & Events Supervisor. Since September 2023 I have had the privilege of working at this beautiful venue. With over a decade of experience in orchestrating unforgettable wedding celebrations, together we'll create a day that you and your guests will remember for a lifetime!

Your wedding journey deserves the utmost attention and care. As your dedicated wedding coordinator, I will provide support and guidance from initial queries all the way through to final details. I will be available to address all your questions and ideas, ensuring that every detail is meticulously planned.

Together, we will craft your special day that reflects your unique love story!

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High Street, Hurley SL6 5LX Maidenhead (Berkshire)
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