Aynhoe Park is an estate destination wedding venue in Banbury OX17 3BQ, United Kingdom, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Birmingham Airport (BHX) (BHX), 90 minutes. Best months: May, June, July, August.
Aynhoe Park
Aynhoe Park offers a significant advantage for destination weddings: its self-contained 18th-century estate means you can host ceremony, reception, and guest accommodation all on-site, eliminating logistics nightmares.
About Aynhoe Park
Aynhoe Park offers a significant advantage for destination weddings: its self-contained 18th-century estate means you can host ceremony, reception, and guest accommodation all on-site, eliminating logistics nightmares.
This Grade I listed property in Oxfordshire provides period architecture and manicured grounds without requiring couples to coordinate multiple venues across town.
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Great restaurant, super chilled out, no rush. We had a sharing board, steak sandwich and lobster roll, wine and fizz. All excellent.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- BHX, 90 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 18th-century Grade I listed country house with original architectural details
- On-site accommodation available for guests, reducing travel coordination
- 150-person maximum capacity suits intimate to mid-sized celebrations
- Oxfordshire location places venue within 90 minutes of London
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
See the day-by-day outline+
Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 3:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome drinks on grounds
- 10:00 AMGuest breakfast; photos with wedding party
- 2:00 PMCeremony in estate grounds or indoor space
- 3:30 PMReception, dining, and dancing
- 11:00 AMFarewell brunch; guest departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- BHX · 90 minutes
Guests fly into Birmingham Airport (BHX).
- Typical total
- £8,000–15,000+Aisle estimate
Request detailed quote from http://aynhoepark.co.uk/ for packages. Prices reflect typical English country-house estate standards.
See the full figure+
£8,000–£15,000+ (100 guests, one night accommodation)
- Ceremony fee
- Included with venue packageAisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
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Included with venue package (confirm with venue)
- Reception
- £65–95 / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
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£65–£95 (estimated; varies by menu/season)
- Room rate
- £120–250 / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
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£120–£250 per room (on-site options available)
- Weather window
- May – August
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 01869 810636
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
Can we have both ceremony and reception at Aynhoe Park?+
Yes. The estate accommodates multiple events across its grounds and indoor spaces, allowing you to design a full day on-site without external venue coordination.
How many guests can stay overnight?+
Aynhoe Park offers on-site accommodation options. Contact the venue directly regarding bedroom capacity and availability for your wedding dates.
What's the cancellation policy?+
Policies vary by booking terms. Check http://aynhoepark.co.uk/ or contact the venue directly for current cancellation conditions.
Are external caterers permitted?+
Many estates have preferred vendor lists or in-house catering requirements. Confirm catering flexibility with Aynhoe Park when discussing your package.
What's the nearest commercial airport?+
Birmingham Airport (90 minutes) and London Luton (75 minutes) serve the area. Direct airport transfers can be arranged for guests.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.