Celebrate your wedding in luxury and opulence at Thornbury Castle, Gloucestershire. This 500-year-old castle, once enjoyed by King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn on their honeymoon, boasts unique character inside and out. From the vineyard where it produces its own wine, to the tapestries, suits of armour and original fireplaces that await you inside; it is hard not to feel like King or Queen!
Offering intimate packages from £4000, to Exclusive Ese of the entire Hotel; Thornbury Castle is the perfect location for your unique and unforgettable wedding. There is also the option of hiring your own marquee to seat up to 100 guests on our lawns.
Our Wedding Manager can help to organise your special day to incorporate every fabulous feature of this unique venue. Thornbury Castle is renowned for its fine dining, with our award-winning chef conjuring up mouth-watering dishes using the best quality – mostly locally sourced – ingredients. Our sommelier is on-hand to advise you on the perfect wines for your choice of food, and our waiting staff will ensure that your guests are catered for in the best possible style.
The dramatic outlines of the castle creates an unforgettable backdrop for weddings, with its historic Tudor gardens where you can say your vows. The charismatic Tudor Hall is our largest room for weddings at Thornbury Castle. This truly magnificent room boasts an impressive mullioned window, exposed stone walls and intricate tapestries, together with a huge original fireplace. Two further interlinking reception rooms, the Boyling House and the Great Oven, make this a superbly versatile venue for your wedding celebrations.
Thornbury Castle has 27 unique bedchambers for you and your guests to become immersed in the spirit of the place. The suites are ideal for preparing for (and recovering from) the big day. All of the bedchambers are regally decorated and appointed to the highest standard.
11 Reviews for Thornbury Castle
Recommended by 100% of couples
Mr · Married on 22/12/2018
Brilliant
Charlotte and her team were just brilliant. They really made us feel like our wedding was important to them and were straight on to anything we asked of them, nothing was too much trouble.
Sent on 02/05/2019
Jules D. · Married on 28/12/2013
Thornbury Castle exceeded our expectation as a wedding venue and accommodation. They catered for our every wish. The interior was delightful. The food lovely. The service fantastic. We would highly recommend.
Sent on 01/02/2014
Charity B. · Married on 23/07/2010
Thornbury Castle was the absolute perfect wedding venue for us. I am an American woman who married a British guy, and of course getting married in a castle was like a dream.
Sent on 07/08/2011
The venue is absolutely breathtaking and has incredible opportunities for wedding photos. Additionally the staff were absolutely amazing. The hotel manager did a great deal of the work and did an absolutely fantastic job both before with the planning and on the day. I would absolutely recommend this venue...
For a grander experience of up to 75 day guests and 120 evening guests, we are thrilled to offer our Jane Seymour Package inclusive of Exclusive Hire for your Wedding day, private use of the entire Castle, all 27 newly refurbished bedchamber and a bespoke package for yourselves to tailor your day to the minutest detail. The Jane Seymour Package is a truly unforgettable day to delight your guests and start your happily ever after with real splendor.
Should you be looking for a more intimate package with up to 24 guests invited, we are delighted to offer our Catherine of Aragon Package, with use of a private ceremony room, the gorgeous Baron’s Sitting Room & adjoining Chancellors Lounge with a luxurious 7 course menu and wines of your choosing, before saying goodnight and retiring to one of our many Superior Deluxe Bedchambers. Available through out 2021, Monday - Thursday.
This December, celebrate in the warmth of our beautifully refurbished Castle! Complete with open fires, Christmas trees galore and all the while you're celebrating your perfect wedding day in the rooms Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn spent their honeymoon in. Enjoy mulled wine, mince pies whilst enjoying your Tudor Feast in our gorgeous Tudor Hall, finally going to sleep in a four poster bed with a bottle of Champagne to finish your night! For up to 75 Day Guests and 120 Evening Guests.
