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.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- BHX · 90 minutes by car
- Open season
- May – August
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.9 /5 · 199
Merriscourt is a hotel destination wedding venue in Chipping Norton OX7 6QX, UK, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Birmingham Airport (BHX), 90 minutes by car. Best months: May, June, July, August.
Merriscourt in Chipping Norton OX7 6QX, open May–August.
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.
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. They go the extra mile, care so much about the couple, are so passionate and it really shows with how seamless the whole day was. From the very first meeting, as the bride, I couldn’t have been more relaxed because they were there every single step of the way, down to putting together final decor less than 12 hours before to avoid disaster! The FOOD deserves a 5 star review just of its own. Every single guest still talks about the food months down the line - we all have withdrawals! I had never been to a single wedding before ours so I really was going in blind but with Paige and the team guiding me and advising me every single step of the way, we pulled off the wedding of DREAMS. Every guest couldn’t believe the venue, the details, the level of service. Merriscourt will hold the dearest place in my heart forever and I’m so grateful to have chosen it for such a beautiful memory. I can only hope I get to attend more weddings there in future! Thank you to everyone at Merriscourt from the bottom of our hearts. Mr and Mrs Newcombe.
4 notes, from the desk.
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
Best held in May, June, July.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Merriscourt.
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.
- 14:00–18:00Guest arrival and check-in; welcome drinks on the grounds
- 19:30Informal dinner in manor dining room
- 11:00Ceremony on estate grounds
- 12:30–16:00Reception, lunch, and outdoor activities
- 19:00Evening reception and dancing
- 09:00–12:00Breakfast and farewells
Things worth knowing.
BHX · 90 minutes by car
Guests fly into Birmingham Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
£8,000–25,000
Final pricing depends on guest count, accommodation nights, catering selections, and season. Request formal quote via http://www.merriscourt.com/
£800–1,500
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
£60–120 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
£120–250 / 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 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 bespoke catering packages and dietary accommodations.
In the same country.
Hold dates at Merriscourt.
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.