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On Hitched.co.uk since 2022

Last update: March 2026

Wotton House is a wedding venue located in Dorking, Surrey. This grand manor house is set within immaculately manicured gardens which feature the first Italian gardens introduced to the UK. Additionally, the secret walled gardens, temples, ponds, and streams all come together to create an idyllic setting for your celebrations.

Facilities and Capacity

When you choose Wotton House to host your ceremony, there are two simply stunning spaces to choose from. The beautifully finished Old Library is a truly majestic setting for exchanging your vows. The room boasts ornate, welcoming fireplaces, a grand vaulted ceiling and hand-painted detailing, providing your ceremony with an enchanting and elegant atmosphere. Alternatively, if you would prefer an outdoor ceremony, the spectacular Roman-style temple within the 17th-century private walled garden is simply stunning. The grand structure is not only a delightful setting for your service but a unique backdrop for your treasured wedding photographs. By night, the temples are lit, offering a new and magical setting for even more stunning photos. The 1877 bar is the perfect setting for your drinks reception. The space is full of magnificent 17th-century frescos and offers direct access to the outdoor terrace. The Evelyn Suite has recently been refurbished to offer a light and neutral palette to complement your colour scheme. With three double doors opening out onto the 13 acres of breathtaking gardens and a side door leading to our fairy-tale grotto.

Services Offered

The team at Wotton House is looking forward to your wedding day and to help you bring your dream event to life. The in-house wedding coordinator will work with you in order to ensure that every last detail of your day reflects your one-of-a-kind relationship with your new spouse. You and your loved ones are sure to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience at this stunning venue.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Asian wedding
Stately home
Historic
Landmark
Marquees and tents
Large hotel
Outdoor license

Ceremony options:

Chapel or temple on-site
Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Private catering allowed
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

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:

Swimming pool
Health suite
Beautician
Fitness centre

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Pet-friendly
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Reviews for Wotton House

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Jessica Sent on 07/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The Most Perfect Day Thanks to the Amazing Team at Wotton House

We honestly couldn’t have chosen a more perfect venue for our wedding than Wotton House. From the very beginning, the wedding team were incredibly helpful, responsive, and supportive. Planning a wedding can feel overwhelming at times, but the team made the whole process smooth and stress-free by always being available to answer questions, offer guidance, and accommodate our ideas.

On the day itself, the team were truly second to none. Their professionalism, organisation, and attention to detail meant everything ran seamlessly from start to finish. It allowed us to completely relax and enjoy every moment of the day knowing we were in such capable hands.

One of the highlights for us was being able to have an Italian-themed menu for our wedding breakfast, which was absolutely fantastic. The food was delicious and beautifully presented, and it meant so much to us that the team were so accommodating in helping us create something personal and special.

The grounds at Wotton House are simply breathtaking. The gardens and surrounding scenery are stunning and clearly so well cared for. It created the most magical backdrop for our photos and for our guests to enjoy throughout the day.

What really stood out to us was how dedicated the entire team were to making our day feel uniquely ours. They catered to every request and need with such care and enthusiasm - no ask ever felt too big or too small. Their commitment to making our day personal and memorable meant the world to us.

We are so grateful to everyone at Wotton House for helping create such a perfect wedding day. We will always look back on it with the happiest memories and couldn’t recommend this venue and its incredible team highly enough.
Kyal
Kyal Sent on 28/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Seamless, Professional and Truly Supportive

We had our Hindu ceremony followed by a reception on the same day at Wotton House, and it couldn’t have gone more smoothly.

We were hosting a large number of guests, and the team handled everything with real confidence and professionalism. From the start, they guided us clearly on managing the capacity and logistics, which made a real difference in our planning. Their experience showed at every stage.

Jodie was especially excellent in the lead-up to the event. She was organised, calm, and always responsive, which gave us real peace of mind. On the day itself, the team assisted with adapting the spaces between the ceremony and reception, ensuring everything flowed naturally without any stress for us.

Another thing we really appreciated was how transparent everything was. The package we chose clearly laid out all costs and expectations from the beginning. There were no hidden extras or last-minute surprises, which made budgeting and planning far easier.

Overall, we felt fully supported throughout and are very grateful to the entire team for delivering such a well-run and memorable day.
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Jam Sent on 06/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Choose Wotton House!!

My husband and I got married at Wotton House on Friday, 9th May 2025 and the experience at Wotton House was incredible.

When we first viewed Wotton House, I gasped as I walked into the Old Library and my husband said that no other place would compare now. We agreed on a date and got the ball rolling. With only 5 months to plan everything, Vicky, our wedding coordinator was hands on and organised.

During the wedding breakfast tasting, they were flexible and willing to accommodate our main meal requests. They gave us a beautiful tour of the venue and allowed us to change our honeymoon suite stay to the night before (as we were staying near the airport the night of). They provided a filling breakfast and champagne to myself and bridesmaids the morning of the wedding.

The day was seamless - if anything went wrong I wouldn't have know (and still don't know to this day).

The staff were all super friendly and accommodating, and I can't imagine getting married anywhere else!
Diane
Diane Sent on 15/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The magic of Wotton House

Perfect day , perfect venue .
Wotton house is absolutely stunning , from the grounds , the building , and of course the totally magical old library .
Weddding coordinator Jodie was very approachable , and on hand to answer any queries however big or small , from beginning to end.
We had regular meetings and I always felt listened to .

I can honestly say the day went so smoothly and without any drama .
The staff set the room up perfectly and let my vision come to life .
Lots of guests stayed over , and the morning after breakfast was set up in a separate part of the restaurant , so allowing for us all to sit together .
The staff had thoughtfully placed flowers from the wedding on the tables ., which was a really nice touch .

You really do need to visit Wotton House to fully appreciate how beautiful it is .
I cannot recommend holding your wedding here enough , infact I want to do it all again !



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Ellie Sent on 02/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Magical place (especially at Christmas!)

The venue is absolutely stunning. Our coordinator, Jodie, was exceptional—incredibly organised, endlessly helpful, and nothing was ever too much trouble. The hotel was beautifully decorated for Christmas, which made the day feel even more special. We truly had the best day and would wholeheartedly recommend the venue.
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Mark Sent on 01/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

A Perfect Day!

As soon as we went down the driveway to Wotton House, we got such a good feeling – and after meeting with Jodie and being shown around, we left convinced this was the venue for us! Wotton House is absolutely stunning. It completely has the “Wow Factor”. The house itself is charming, the gardens are so beautiful and everyone there is always so friendly and helpful. When we made the decision to go with Wotton House as a venue, we were very excited about all of its possibilities.

In the lead up to the wedding, our wedding coordinator, Vicky, was always at the end of the phone to help us. The menu tasting with our parents alongside was a real highlight and such a great afternoon. We could make the wedding day very much as we wanted – we had freedom and advice along the way and there were so many options and flexibility to make the day feel special and very ‘us’.

The wedding day itself was absolutely perfect! We stayed separately the night before the wedding and enjoyed a buffet meal with the bridal party, which felt really relaxed. We were able to set some bits up in the reception room and were allocated space for all the wedding paraphernalia which made it really easy for us. A lot of guests also enjoyed a comfortable stay, and it was delightful to be able to mingle with our guests in the bar the night before – and set the tone for a joyful celebration the next day!

From being greeted in the morning to check all was ok, to carrying our card box back to our room at the end of the night, all of the staff were incredibly helpful to us all day. It felt like we had a team of people beside us, making sure it went without a hitch. We were waved off to the church and once we got back, were greeted with a drink. Tim, the Toastmaster, was wonderful and a real added bonus; he was fantastic at orchestrating the day – particularly in the numerous group photos! There were plentiful drinks at the reception, a brilliant atmosphere and little touches, like being served our own canapés to ensure we got them.

Onto the Reception, and the food was truly outstanding. Every course was delicious and what was great was that we were able to alter the meals EG by adding extra vegetables. Everyone had great things to say about it. The service was excellent throughout and couldn’t have been better. The evening buffet food (we went for the Greek option) was also fantastic and received many positive comments.

We went to the Old Library for the gap between reception and evening, and this is such a beautiful space. The size of Wotton House makes the day so interesting for the guests as there are many different areas. The gardens are gorgeous and meticulously cared for, which made for a stunning background for our photos, and a great spot for garden games! Similarly, everyone being able to stay at the venue ensured people stayed until the end and we could all have breakfast the next morning.

Wotton House will always hold such a special place in our heart. Thank you to all the staff for enabling us to have the best day of our lives. It was the perfect venue and we are so glad we chose it. We would not hesitate in recommending it to any future couples!
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Michael Sent on 13/11/2025
4.8 out of 5 rating

October 2025 Wedding- Thank You!

We picked Wotton House as both the ceremony room (The Old Library) and the hotel grounds blew us away. We had a wonderful wedding and were so pleased with how everything turned out- the food choices were excellent and we were kept well supplied on drink throughout the day too, with food/drink kept aside for the bride and groom too. The team and our suppliers worked well together and made our day feel as stress-free as possible. The little touches, including keeping a space aside in the restaurant so we could gather with guests the morning after for breakfast, were really nice and were appreciated by all!

We did have a couple of issues that emerged (largely out of the control of the venue!), but these were handled professionally and in a satisfactory manner by our wedding coordinator Annabelle and the management team respectively, who we were very grateful for.
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Charlie Sent on 11/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

October 2025 wedding

We couldn’t have chosen a more perfect place to celebrate our wedding. Wotton House is absolutely beautiful — the gardens, the historic charm, and the elegant rooms made it feel magical from start to finish. Everything ran so smoothly, and the staff were incredible. The food was delicious, and our toastmaster was amazing — keeping the day flowing perfectly and full of joy. We honestly couldn’t fault a thing; it was everything we hoped for and more.
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 09/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Magical Venue for an Incredible Day

We fell in love with this venue for its incredible decor and warmth, it really has that special feel to it. The gardens and Old library made for an incredible backdrop for photos, and we felt well and truly pampered during our time there. Everyone working there is kind and friendly, and made the day even more fun. We were so happy the whole wedding day.
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Megan Sent on 26/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Our wedding in October 2025

We recently got married at Wotton House and it was the best day of our lives. The venue is absolutely stunning, inside and outside. The staff were incredible, a huge shout out to Vickey and Tracey as without them the day wouldn’t have gone so smoothly and perfectly. I would recommend this venue to anyone getting married as our wedding was truly magical.
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Natashabenjamin Sent on 19/10/2025
4.8 out of 5 rating

Wotton Wedding

We recently held our wedding at Wotton House and overall it was a fantastic experience. The venue is absolutely stunning and the team made sure our day ran smoothly.
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Rachel&Liam Sent on 14/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding in September

Had a fantastic wedding with Wotton House, it’s such a beautiful venue and a wonderfully supportive team. They help you every step of the way.
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Anna Sent on 10/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Everything we could have wished for and more!

My husband and I had our heart set on Wotton House from the moment we got engaged and we are so glad we booked here for our wedding. We felt so well cared for on the lead up and on the day. Nothing felt like too much and on the actual day, it went so smoothly thanks to the team. The setting was beautiful (despite it raining on and off on the day - it didn’t impact our day). We had so many compliments from our guests about the venue and the food was fantastic - both the wedding breakfast and buffet. We’d highly recommend Wotton House as a wedding venue and will be returning for special occasions for years to come.
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David Sent on 06/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfectly Intimate & Dog-Friendly Dream Wedding!

My partner and I first discovered Wotton House during a weekend break and instantly fell in love with the venue's stunning architecture and grounds. When we got engaged, we knew it was the only place for our small, intimate wedding.

We planned a very private celebration with just our children, two witnesses, and our most important VIP: our dog! From our initial enquiry, Fiona (our wedding coordinator) and the entire Wotton House team were incredibly accommodating and fully embraced our unique, small-scale event. They are truly dog-friendly, which was a non-negotiable for us.

We were made to feel utterly special throughout the entire process and on the day itself. The team seamlessly adapted to our smaller party size, ensuring every detail was perfect without making us feel like we were an afterthought. The venue provided the most beautiful and romantic backdrop for our ceremony, and having our dog included in our special day was priceless.

If you are looking for a venue that is professional, flexible, and delivers exceptional service for a smaller, intimate wedding—especially one where your beloved dog can be part of the celebration—we cannot recommend Wotton House highly enough. Our guests (and the dog!) had the most wonderful time.
Tracy
Tracy Sent on 30/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wow! What an amazing wedding venue

Wow!! So much to say about this venue.
From the moment we saw their Old Library we knew it was the place we were looking for, for our wedding venue. They have a choice for you to get married either outside in their beautiful grounds infront of the temple or inside the Old Library which is stunning!
We had an amazing wedding co-ordinator Fiona who helped us plan our wedding and made sure we had everything we wanted right down to the finer details. Nothing was too much trouble and she went above and beyond to make our day really special. The food was incredible!! We met the chef and went over exactly what we wanted and again, nothing was too much trouble. We had a toastmaster Bill who was the loveliest man who helped guide our guests to where they needed to be on the day and was also there to help the best man and us with everything we needed as well as making announcements and making sure everything ran smoothly. He is a true gentleman. There are so many positives about this venue and their staff. All the staff involved were helpful, courteous and friendly and made sure every part of the day ran smoothly. The venue is incredibly beautiful inside and out. All our guests commented on how beautiful the venue is and how well organised the day was as well as saying its the best wedding they had been too. They have plenty of rooms for your guests to stay over. We had the pleasure of staying in the honeymoon suite. We had the most incredible day and would highly recommend it to everyone.
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Meet the team

Jodie  Templeman
Jodie Templeman
Wedding Co ordinator

Jodie is one of our wonderful wedding co-ordinators here at Wotton House. Jodie is a true ray of light, with so much energy and knowledge to help plan the biggest day of your life. Jodie has been with us for 12 months now and says weddings are her passion – Building wedding couples dreams!

Vickey Hewitt
Vickey Hewitt
Wedding Co ordinator

Vickey is one of our wonderful wedding co-ordinators here at Wotton House.

We quizzed Vickey on all thing’s weddings – check out her answers below!

What do you love most about a wedding?

“The final moment before walking down the aisle and their partners seeing them for the first time!”.

What is your favourite thing about a Wotton wedding?

“Our Old Library, I absolutely love the traditional feel with the pillars & our long aisle”.

What is your favourite get up and dance song?

“Sweet Caroline”.

What is your number one top tip for any couple?

“Make sure once you have found your dream venue, to book your photographer next, as they will be your keepsake for your big day”.

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Guildford Road RH5 6HS Dorking (Surrey)
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