The Sessions House is a historic wedding venue in Spalding, on the border of Lincolnshire and Cambridgeshire. Built as a courthouse in 1843, it served justice for 150 years. Now, it is a unique event venue within a gothic-style castle structure. Many of the building’s original architecture and features have been carefully restored and remain to this day.

Conveniently located only 20 minutes by car from Peterborough, and 1.5 hours by train from London, The Sessions House welcomes guests both local and from afar.

Facilities and Capacity

The Sessions House is licensed to hold civil ceremonies, making it the perfect courthouse wedding venue. Intimate affairs are held in The Emerald Room, a quirky space filled with vintage charm which accommodates 30 guests. Large ceremonies are held in The Courtroom. This cathedral-like space boasts a unique charm, and many of its original Victorian features remain unchanged. During the warmer months, the Courtyard is the perfect ceremony space with contingency plans in place so the British weather cannot affect your perfect day. Marquee hire is available from the venue, should you wish to celebrate with the iconic building and its grounds as your backdrop.

Festivities flow seamlessly through the space, with fabulous drinks served after the ceremony. The Courtroom becomes a beautiful evening reception room with high ceilings and a large dance floor. It is expertly equipped with high-end sound systems. The judge’s bench converts into a stage for live music or DJs. The venue is proudly pet-friendly, allowing your four-legged friends to participate in the celebrations. The Sessions House is available for exclusive hire, granting you and your guests private use of its interesting rooms and gorgeous photo backgrounds.

Services Offered

The Sessions House is an extraordinary wedding venue with a selection of vintage décor options to enhance your big day. Their bar is stocked with locally sourced beers, delicious spirits, and decadent wines. The team of bartenders and mixologists will be delighted to tailor your drinks reception to match the style of your special occasion. From serving prosecco and Pimms in Summer to spiced cider and mulled wine in Winter, they will ensure your guests are offered delightful refreshments. The Sessions House prides itself on its dedicated caterers. They will work with you to create the ideal menus for each part of the celebration. Offering diverse dining options, the choice between canapés, buffets, sit-down meals, or street food trucks is up to you. The team will customise each aspect to suit your dream wedding day.