Old Parsonage Hotel
Located on Oxford's prestigious Banbury Road, this 24-bedroom hotel cuts down on logistics by offering both ceremony space and guest accommodation under one roof, for coordinating a destination wedding across multiple days.
Old Parsonage Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Oxford, United Kingdom, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from London Stansted Airport (STN), 90 minutes by car. Best months: May, June, July, August.
About Old Parsonage Hotel
Located on Oxford's prestigious Banbury Road, this 24-bedroom hotel cuts down on logistics by offering both ceremony space and guest accommodation under one roof, for coordinating a destination wedding across multiple days.
The Grade II listed Victorian building provides intimate venues with period character, while the on-site restaurant handles catering without external coordination.
With rooms available for 30+ guests, you'll spend less time managing supplier handoffs and more time celebrating.
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We had afternoon tea here four years ago for our 40th wedding anniversary. It was so delicious we promised ourselves a stay at the Hotel one day, that day came. It was beyond amazing from the staff to the room to The Grill.
Jonathan Gardiner · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Capacity
- Standing reception
- 20 guests
- Ceremony, seated
- 16 guests
Staying over
- Rooms
- 35 rooms
The ceremony
- Legal ceremony on site
- Yes
Money
- Price
- From £115 per head
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- STN, 90 min by carAisle estimate
- Parking
- Yes
The spaces
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Urban, historic, relaxed
Food and drink
- Outside caterers allowed
- No
Venue highlights
- 24 ensuite bedrooms accommodate guests directly on-site, reducing accommodation sourcing
- Grade II listed Victorian building dating to the 1880s provides authentic Oxford setting
- On-site restaurant and bar handles all catering, simplifying vendor management
- Located on Banbury Road, one of Oxford's most prestigious addresses near university colleges
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 2:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome refreshments in hotel bar
- 7:00 PMRehearsal dinner in private dining room
- 10:00 AMCeremony in hotel event space
- 11:30 AMCocktails and photographs in hotel gardens/lounge
- 1:00 PMReception and wedding breakfast
- 9:00 AMHosted breakfast; guest checkout by 11:00 AM
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- STN · about 1 h 30 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into London Stansted Airport.
- Typical total
- £8,000-18,000Aisle estimate
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£8,000-18,000 for 50 guests over 2 nights including ceremony, accommodation, and meals
- Ceremony fee
- IncludedAisle estimate
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Included with room block (confirmed on inquiry)
- Reception
- £50-85Aisle estimate
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£50-85 depending on menu and beverage package
- Room rate
- £150-250 a nightAisle estimate
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£150-250 per room (group rates available)
- Weather window
- May – August
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 01865 310210
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Final pricing depends on guest count, menu selections, bar packages, and room category mix. Request a formal quote via their website.
Questions about the venue
Can we host both ceremony and reception here?+
Yes. The hotel has multiple event spaces suitable for ceremonies and receptions, with flexibility for different group sizes and configurations.
What's included in the accommodation?+
All 24 rooms are ensuite and include breakfast. The hotel offers consistent pricing for wedding guest blocks, simplifying communication with your party.
Can the hotel manage all catering?+
The on-site restaurant handles all food and beverage service, from cocktail receptions to multi-course dinners, eliminating external caterer coordination.
Are there spaces for rehearsal dinners or welcome events?+
Yes. The hotel's bar and dining areas accommodate pre-wedding events, allowing guests to gather before the main celebration.
Is the venue accessible for guests with mobility needs?+
Contact the hotel directly at the website or phone to confirm accessibility features and any required accommodations for your guests.
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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.
Sources for individual venue facts
Standing reception: 20 guests
“It also accommodates groups of up to 20 for standing drinks and canapé receptions to mark the happy occasion.”
Read the source for standing receptionCeremony, seated: 16 guests
“Licensed for civil ceremonies, the Pike Room is an intimate space where 16 guests can be present at the exchange of vows and for wedding breakfasts.”
Read the source for ceremony, seatedRooms: 35 rooms
“Best known by locals and visitors alike for its eclectic country house charm, chic modern interiors and striking 20th century portraits, the five-star Old Parsonage, with its 35 rooms & suites, is a luxury home-from-home with impeccable hospitality, located right in the heart of Oxford’s city centre.”
Read the source for roomsLegal ceremony on site: Yes
“A picturesque central Oxford location, it offers a characterful function room and an al fresco pavilion, both licenced for civil wedding ceremonies – ideal for intimate weddings and receptions.”
Read the source for legal ceremony on siteOutside caterers allowed: No
“We don’t offer our rooms solely on a hire basis, which means that there’s no external catering.”
Read the source for outside caterers allowedPrice: From £115 per head
“Wedding receptions start from £115.00 per person.”
Read the source for priceParking: Yes
“We can reserve one parking space for each event.”
Read the source for parkingIndoors or out: Both
“Our charming Pike Room and picturesque al fresco pavilion, both fully licensed for civil ceremonies, provide the perfect spaces to exchange vows in an atmosphere brimming with character and the vibrant historical essence of Oxford.”
Read the source for indoors or outSetting: Urban, historic, relaxed
“Best known by locals and visitors alike for its eclectic country house charm, chic modern interiors and striking 20th century portraits, the five-star Old Parsonage, with its 35 rooms & suites, is a luxury home-from-home with impeccable hospitality, located right in the heart of Oxford’s city centre.”
Read the source for setting