Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa

Seated dinner: 150 guests

“Our three self-contained banqueting suites can accommodate an intimate wedding of 10, to a more lavish celebration with up to 150 day time guests.”

Standing reception: 180 guests

“With a ceremony licence and capacity for up to 140 guests for both the ceremony and wedding breakfast, and up to 180 for the evening reception, Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa combines beautiful surroundings, elegant spaces and considered hospitality to create weddings that are as memorable as they are romantic.”

Ceremony, seated: 140 guests

“Fully licensed for Civil Ceremonies, we can host celebrations of up to 140 guests and offer all the rooms you need to keep everyone comfortably on-site.”

Smallest party taken: 60 guests

“The above rates are based on a minimum of 60 guests.”

Rooms: 80 rooms

“Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa has a total of 80 luxury appointed bedrooms including 24 super king-sized rooms, benefitting from the added luxury of a separate bath and shower.”

Room types: 12 listed

“Junior Suite”

Legal ceremony on site: Yes

“Fully licensed for Civil Ceremonies, we can host celebrations of up to 140 guests and offer all the rooms you need to keep everyone comfortably on-site.”

Outdoor ceremony: Yes

“For couples dreaming of an outdoor ceremony, the Classics Suite Garden offers a secluded and naturally beautiful alternative.”

In-house catering: Yes

“From the exceptional team behind our 2 AA Rosette restaurant, your wedding breakfast will be remembered long after the final course.”

Outside caterers allowed: No

“External caterers not permitted”

Bar on site: Yes

“The suite also features its own private bar, dancefloor and beautiful private garden, creating a seamless space for celebrations to unfold from ceremony through to dancing.”

Price: £1,500 to £2,000 venue fee

“VENUE HIRE Saturdays £2,000.00 Sunday – Friday £1,500.00”

Venue fee: £1,500

“VENUE HIRE Saturdays £2,000.00 Sunday – Friday £1,500.00”

Included: Reception space, a coordinator, furniture and rooms

“Wedding packages include a complimentary suite for the wedding night as well as a special rate for wedding guests.”

Not included: Ceremony space, catering and drinks

“Ceremony room hire includes a King Bedroom for two guests the night before the wedding (upgrade to a Luxury Suite for an additional charge).”

Exclusive use required: No

“Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)”

Nearest airport: STN

“STN”

Parking: Yes

“The hotel also has free parking facilities for up to 120 cars.”

Event spaces: Banquet room

“Meeting/banquet facilities”

Reception indoors: Yes

“Outside in the garden or inside our gorgeous Georgian house, these are spaces with real character.”

Reception outdoors: Yes

“The beautiful private garden provides a pretty backdrop for a drinks reception and for guests to mingle post-vows.”

Space for dancing: Yes

“Whether you opt for a ten-piece band or a single DJ, our spacious dance floor can accommodate everyone that’s ready to celebrate into the evening.”

Swimming pool: Yes

“Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa’s Health & Fitness Club provides state-of-the-art gym facilities plus a 15m swimming pool (and separate Jacuzzi) to both guests and members.”

Gardens: Yes

“Surrounded by three acres of secluded gardens, Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa is a 17th century Georgian house nestled in the heart of East Anglia.”

Historic building: Yes

“Our elegant white stucco building, parts of which date back to the 17th century, and stunning rose gardens provide a romantic backdrop for your wedding photographs and create the perfect environment in which to enjoy canapés and a glass of champagne with your guests.”

Coordinator on the day: Yes

“Don’t worry: your wedding co-ordinator will be on the ground handling all the details.”