FeldonValley
Feldon Valley stands apart as a working farm venue that authentically integrates rural Cotswolds landscape into celebrations rather than simply staging events within it.
- Ceremony
- 30 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- BHX · 75 minutes by car
- Open season
- May – August
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.7 /5 · 420
Feldon Valley is a hotel destination wedding venue in Banbury OX15 5BB, UK, hosting 30 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Birmingham Airport (BHX), 75 minutes by car. Best months: May, June, July, August.
Feldon Valley in Banbury OX15 5BB, open May–August.
Feldon Valley stands apart as a working farm venue that authentically integrates rural Cotswolds landscape into celebrations rather than simply staging events within it.
The 4.7-star rated hotel offers 40 acres of private grounds in Lower Brailes, allowing couples to design multi-day experiences across manicured gardens, countryside vistas, and historic stone buildings.
On-site accommodation means guests remain immersed in the celebration rather than commuting to distant hotels.
I recently visited The Kitchen at Feldon Valley and overall had a pleasant experience. The food was really nice – well-prepared, tasty, and clearly made with care. The menu offers good variety, and the pricing felt very reasonable for the quality served. The environment is lovely, with a warm and relaxed atmosphere that makes it a great spot to unwind and enjoy a meal. However, the service was quite slow and at times felt a little disjointed waited 5 minutes between a diet coke and a glass of wine being brought to the table. Long wait for the dessert order to be taken I asked for one of port's however they did not have that one and was left to look at the menu to choose another however the waitress never returned and then deserts were brought by this time I had lost interest and this cost them the order of a further drink. While the staff were polite, the overall flow could definitely be improved to match the quality of the food and setting. That said, I would still return, as the food and atmosphere make it worthwhile.
4 notes, from the desk.
40 acres of private grounds with ceremony and reception spaces across working farmland
40+ on-site bedrooms allow guests to stay within the venue for entire wedding weekend
Licensed for civil ceremonies with flexibility to structure events across multiple days
Google rating: 4.7/5 stars reflecting consistent guest satisfaction
Best held in May, June, July.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Feldon Valley.
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
How the weekend usually runs.
Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 6:00 PMWelcome dinner for early-arrival guests in hotel dining room or garden room
- 11:00 AMGuest arrival, check-in, refreshments in designated lounge areas
- 3:00 PMCivil ceremony in licensed indoor or garden ceremony space
- 4:30 PMReception drinks and canapés on grounds or in garden room
Things worth knowing.
BHX · 75 minutes by car
Guests fly into Birmingham Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
£18,000-35,000
Pricing reflects typical 2024 Cotswolds venue rates. Multi-day packages and group accommodation discounts available. Confirm all costs directly with venue as packages are customizable.
Included with reception package
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
£65-95 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
£90-150 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
May – August
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
Can we host a multi-day celebration?+
Yes. With 40+ on-site rooms and 40 acres of grounds, Feldon Valley supports welcome dinners, morning-after brunches, and extended family gatherings across consecutive days without guests leaving the property.
What's the maximum guest count?+
The venue accommodates up to 150 guests for receptions, with indoor and outdoor spaces flexing to suit group size.
Are ceremonies held indoors or outdoors?+
Both options available. Licensed civil ceremony spaces can be arranged indoors or in garden settings depending on season and preference.
What catering arrangements exist?+
The venue has in-house catering managed by the hotel team, ensuring consistent service throughout your stay. Custom menus can be arranged.
How far is Feldon Valley from major cities?+
Located in Lower Brailes near Banbury, the venue is approximately 20 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon and 30 miles from Cotswolds villages, offering countryside seclusion with regional accessibility.
In the same country.
Hold dates at Feldon Valley.
A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.