Merriscourt is a hotel destination wedding venue in Chipping Norton OX7 6QX, United Kingdom, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Birmingham Airport (BHX), 90 minutes by car. Best months: May, June, July, August.

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Merriscourt

Merriscourt stands apart as a Cotswolds hotel wedding venue that operates as a working estate rather than a dedicated events space, giving couples access to genuine countryside grounds spanning over 40 acres.

About Merriscourt

Merriscourt stands apart as a Cotswolds hotel wedding venue that operates as a working estate rather than a dedicated events space, giving couples access to genuine countryside grounds spanning over 40 acres.

The honey-coloured stone manor combines on-site accommodation for 40+ guests with flexible indoor and outdoor ceremony options, eliminating the logistics nightmare of scattered accommodations.

With a 4.9/5 Google rating, it delivers the authenticity of a private country house celebration without the complexity of sourcing separate venues.

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We knew as soon as we walked in this had to be our wedding reception venue. It’s quite frankly breathtaking. Paige and the team work like little unseen elves to make every single detail PERFECT.

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

Staying over

Sleeps
35 guests

The ceremony

Outdoor ceremony
Yes

Money

Price
£5,000 to £12,000 venue feeAisle estimate

Getting there

Nearest airport
BHX, 90 min by carAisle estimate

The spaces

Setting
Countryside, restored, elegant

Food and drink

In-house catering
Yes

Venue highlights

  • 40+ acres of private Cotswolds estate grounds with multiple ceremony backdrops
  • Accommodation for 40+ guests directly on-site, reducing travel complexity
  • Hotel venue with kitchen facilities and event spaces for 20–150 guests
  • Licensed for civil ceremonies with historic manor interiors

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A sample wedding weekend

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Friday · day 01
  • 14:00–18:00Guest arrival and check-in; welcome drinks on the grounds
  • 19:30Informal dinner in manor dining room
Saturday · day 02
  • 11:00Ceremony on estate grounds
  • 12:30–16:00Reception, lunch, and outdoor activities
  • 19:00Evening reception and dancing
Sunday · day 03
  • 09:00–12:00Breakfast and farewells

Costs and booking details

Getting there
BHX · 90 minutes by car

Guests fly into Birmingham Airport.

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

Final pricing depends on guest count, accommodation nights, catering selections, and season. Request formal quote via http://www.merriscourt.com/

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£8,000–25,000 for 50 guests with 2-night stay

Ceremony fee
£800–1,500Aisle estimate

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

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£800–1,500 (venue hire for civil licence)

Reception
£60–120 / headAisle estimate

A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.

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£60–120 (catering, venue, service)

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

Weather window
May – August

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

Direct line
01608 658585

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Questions about the venue

Can we have an outdoor ceremony?+

Yes. The 40-acre grounds offer multiple outdoor ceremony locations. Weather contingency options include indoor spaces within the manor.

How many guests can stay on-site?+

Merriscourt accommodates 40+ guests across its hotel rooms, with additional nearby accommodation available in Chipping Norton.

What's the guest capacity for the reception?+

The venue hosts 20–150 guests depending on layout and catering configuration.

Is the venue licensed for civil ceremonies?+

Yes, Merriscourt holds a civil marriage licence for on-site ceremonies.

What catering options are available?+

Contact the venue directly at http://www.merriscourt.com/ for catering packages and dietary accommodations.

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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.

Venue wedding information

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  • Sleeps: 35 guests

    “We have luxury accommodation in the grounds, including the beautiful, [Old House](/Cotswold-wedding-venue-the-old-house/) (sleeps 11), [No. 3](/Merriscourt-Cotswold-Wedding-Venue-No3-Cottage/), (sleeps 8), [The Cottage](/Merriscourt-Cotswold-Wedding-Venue-the-Cottage/) (sleeps 6), [New Cottage](/Merriscourt-Cotswold-Event-Venue-New-Cottage/) (sleeps 6), [Pump House](/Cotswold-Wedding-Venue-The-Pump-House/)(sleeps 2), The Shepherd's Hut (sleeps 2), sleeping up to 35 in total.”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “Outdoor ceremonies are possible on the lawn, but must be pre-arranged with the registrars if you are planning a legal ceremony.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “All our menus are prepared & cooked in our kitchen by our Head Chef & his team and we are constantly developing new menus to keep them relevant & fresh.”
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  • Setting: Countryside, restored, elegant

    “All guests are free to roam the 500 acres of stunning Cotswold countryside.”
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