Ardington House is an estate destination wedding venue in Oxon OX12 8QA, United Kingdom, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from London Heathrow (LHR), 60–90 minutes. Best months: May, June, July, August.

ListedOxon OX12 8QA, United KingdomEstate

Ardington House

Ardington House offers a working estate setting where logistics matter, you'll have genuine flexibility with ceremony and reception spaces across multiple buildings, plus on-site accommodation options that keep guests close by.

About Ardington House

Ardington House offers a working estate setting where logistics matter, you'll have genuine flexibility with ceremony and reception spaces across multiple buildings, plus on-site accommodation options that keep guests close by.

The Grade II*-listed manor and surrounding grounds provide distinct areas for different events, solving the common problem of cramped, single-space venues.

With 4.8/5 ratings, couples consistently praise the practical support from staff who understand destination wedding coordination.

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Thank you so much to Charlie, Charlotte & the rest of the team at Ardington. You were all so lovely and helpful for the entire year & half of planning up until the big day.

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

Capacity

Seated dinner
200 guests
Ceremony, seated
200 guests
Smallest party taken
40 guests

Staying over

Rooms
12 rooms
Sleeps
25 guests

The ceremony

Legal ceremony on site
Yes
Outdoor ceremony
Yes
Indoor option if it rains
Yes

Money

Price
£3,000 to £17,000 venue feeAisle estimate

House rules

Exclusive use required
Yes

Getting there

Nearest airport
LHR, 90 min by carAisle estimate
Parking
Yes

The spaces

Setting
Countryside, historic, elegantAisle estimate

Food and drink

Outside caterers allowed
Yes

Venue highlights

  • Grade II*-listed 18th-century manor house with multiple ceremony and reception rooms
  • On-site accommodation available, reducing guest logistics for a destination wedding
  • 150+ person capacity across flexible indoor and outdoor spaces
  • Working estate setting with gardens, providing natural photo backdrops without artificial theming

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A sample wedding weekend

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Friday (day before wedding) · day 01
  • Afternoon/eveningGuest arrivals; check-in at on-site accommodation and nearby lodgings; informal welcome gathering
Saturday (wedding day) · day 02
  • 09:00–11:00Bridal party preparations; final venue setup and checks
  • 14:00Guest arrival and welcome drinks
  • 15:00Ceremony
  • 16:00–17:30Cocktail hour and group photographs in estate grounds
  • 18:00Reception dinner and evening entertainment
Sunday (following morning) · day 03
  • Before noonGuest departures

Costs and booking details

Getting there
LHR · 60–90 minutes

Guests fly into London Heathrow.

Typical total
£8,000–25,000+Aisle estimate

Costs vary by season, day of week, and your specific requirements. Contact the venue for a personalised quote.

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£8,000–25,000+ for 60–80 guests (ceremony, reception, basic accommodation, excludes flowers, photography, music)

Ceremony fee
£500–1,500Aisle estimate

A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.

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Upon enquiry (typically £500–1,500 depending on season and room selection)

Reception
£60–120+ / headAisle estimate

A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.

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£60–120+ (depending on catering package and guest count)

Room rate
£80–180 / nightAisle estimate

A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.

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£80–180 per room (for on-site options; external accommodation from £60–150)

Weather window
May – August

The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.

Direct line
01235 821566

Answered by the venue in local hours.

Questions about the venue

Can we use different rooms for ceremony and reception?+

Yes. Ardington House has multiple spaces within the main building and grounds, allowing you to host your ceremony in one location and move guests to another for dining and dancing.

Is there accommodation for guests at the venue?+

The estate offers on-site rooms, which is particularly useful for destination weddings. Additional nearby accommodation in the village and surrounding Oxfordshire is also available.

What's the guest capacity?+

The venue accommodates 20–150 guests depending on your chosen configuration and spaces.

Can we bring an external caterer?+

Contact the venue directly via http://www.ardingtonhouse.com/ to discuss catering arrangements and any preferred supplier policies.

What's the nearest airport?+

London Heathrow (LHR) is approximately 50 miles away, roughly 60–90 minutes by car or car service.

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