The Bell Inn, Stilton, Cambridgeshire - The Coaching Inn Group is a hotel destination wedding venue in Stilton, United Kingdom, hosting 85 at dinner and 90 at the ceremony.

The Bell Inn, Stilton, Cambridgeshire

StiltonEngland, United Kingdom

A historic coaching inn in the Cambridgeshire village of Stilton, The Bell Inn holds a licence for legal ceremonies on site and seats up to 90 guests for the ceremony, 85 for a seated meal and 120 standing.

Guests
85 at dinner90 at the ceremony
Rooms
23 rooms
Cost
£79 to £135a head
Ceremony
Legal ceremony on site
Getting there
LTNabout 1 h 1 by car

About the venue

A historic coaching inn in the Cambridgeshire village of Stilton, The Bell Inn holds a licence for legal ceremonies on site and seats up to 90 guests for the ceremony, 85 for a seated meal and 120 standing.

Twenty-three bedrooms across singles, doubles, twins, family rooms and a Deluxe Suite mean your party can stay the night, with breakfast included in the wedding packages.

Catering, drinks, furniture and an on-site coordinator are all part of the package, which runs from £79 to £135 per head, and there are gardens, a bar, dance space and parking on site.

Fireworks are permitted and music must wind down by the midnight noise curfew.

  • Licensed for legal ceremonies on site, seating up to 90 guests
  • 85 seated for dining and 120 standing in the meeting and banquet space
  • 23 bedrooms, from a Classic Single to a Deluxe Suite and family rooms for three
  • Packages from £79 to £135 per head including catering, drinks, rooms, breakfast and coordinator

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
85 guests
Standing reception
120 guests
Ceremony, seated
90 guests

Staying over

Rooms
23 rooms
Room types
9 listed

House rules

Music until
midnight
Fireworks
Yes
Pets
Yes
Children
Yes
Nearest airport
LTN, 61 min by car
Parking
Yes
Step-free access
Yes

Questions about the venue

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Can we hold the legal ceremony and the reception in the same place?
Yes. The Bell Inn is licensed for legal ceremonies on site, with seating for up to 90, and the indoor reception space holds 85 seated for dining or 120 standing.
What does the wedding package cost and what is included?
Packages range from £79 to £135 per head, with a minimum spend of £4,000. Included are the reception space, catering, drinks, rooms, breakfast, furniture and an on-site coordinator.
Can we bring in our own caterer?
No. Catering is handled in-house and external caterers are not permitted. The kitchen can accommodate dietary requirements, allergies, specific tastes and children's menus.
Are children and pets welcome?
Yes, children are welcome and children's menus are available, and pets are allowed at the inn.
How do guests get there, and is there parking?
The nearest airport is Luton (LTN), roughly a 61-minute transfer, and there is parking on site. The venue is also accessible, with a Double Room offering disability access.

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Sources and booking notes

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  • Seated dinner: 85 guests

    “With your own private bar, direct access to the gardens, and space for up to 90 guests for your wedding ceremony, 85 guests for your wedding breakfast and 120 for your evening reception, it’s ideal for both intimate and lively celebrations.”
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  • Standing reception: 120 guests

    “With your own private bar, direct access to the gardens, and space for up to 90 guests for your wedding ceremony, 85 guests for your wedding breakfast and 120 for your evening reception, it’s ideal for both intimate and lively celebrations.”
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  • Ceremony, seated: 90 guests

    “With your own private bar, direct access to the gardens, and space for up to 90 guests for your wedding ceremony, 85 guests for your wedding breakfast and 120 for your evening reception, it’s ideal for both intimate and lively celebrations.”
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  • Rooms: 23 rooms

    “This 15th-century coaching inn was lovingly restored in 2024, offering 23 individually styled rooms that blend period charm with modern comforts .”
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  • Room types: 9 listed

    “Double Room - Disability Access”
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  • Legal ceremony on site: Yes

    “Licensed for civil ceremonies, The Bell Inn provides a seamless experience, from intimate gatherings to larger celebrations.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Our talented Head Chef and their team take pride in creating delicious, memorable food for your wedding day.”
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  • Outside caterers allowed: No

    “External caterers not permitted”
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  • Dietary options: Dietary requirements, allergies, specific tastes and children’s menus

    “From dietary requirements and allergies to specific tastes and children’s menus, we cater for all, ensuring every guest enjoys their meal.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “With your own private bar, direct access to the gardens, and space for up to 90 guests for your wedding ceremony, 85 guests for your wedding breakfast and 120 for your evening reception, it’s ideal for both intimate and lively celebrations.”
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  • Price: £79 to £135 per head

    “STILTON’S FINEST PACKAGE £79.00 per person Package includes: Red carpet reception Room hire for your wedding reception in the Marlborough Suite Choice of Bucks Fizz or Pimms on arrival Two options from our three course wedding breakfast menu Tea and coffee Crisp white table linen and napkins Hot meat rolls and fries for the evening reception Superior bedroom on the night of your wedding, including a freshly cooked breakfast the next morning Dedicated Wedding Co-ordinator and Toastmaster”
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  • Minimum spend: £4,000

    “Minimum confirmed wedding spend of £4,000 applies.”
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  • Included: Reception space, catering, drinks, rooms, breakfast, a coordinator and furniture

    “STILTON’S FINEST PACKAGE £79.00 per person Package includes: Red carpet reception Room hire for your wedding reception in the Marlborough Suite Choice of Bucks Fizz or Pimms on arrival Two options from our three course wedding breakfast menu Tea and coffee Crisp white table linen and napkins Hot meat rolls and fries for the evening reception Superior bedroom on the night of your wedding, including a freshly cooked breakfast the next morning Dedicated Wedding Co-ordinator and Toastmaster”
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  • Music until: midnight

    “It has a sprung dance floor for that all important first dance and an entertainment licence until midnight.”
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  • Fireworks: Yes

    “Fireworks permitted”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “Welcomed with treats and a comfy bed and treated like rockstars in dining venues.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “From dietary requirements and allergies to specific tastes and children’s menus, we cater for all, ensuring every guest enjoys their meal.”
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  • Nearest airport: LTN, 61 min by car

    “LTN”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “Car Parking Our car park can be found to the rear of the hotel and can be found using the postcode PE7 3RJ.”
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  • Step-free access: Yes

    “Our hotel has a purpose built accessible room with a wet room inside.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “With a choice of magnificent function suites featuring historic period features, our venue provides a timeless and classical backdrop for your wedding and is ideal for gorgeous photos.”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “Period features, natural light, and a sprung dance floor create a warm, timeless atmosphere, perfect for saying “I do” and dancing the night away.”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “With your own private bar, direct access to the gardens, and space for up to 90 guests for your wedding ceremony, 85 guests for your wedding breakfast and 120 for your evening reception, it’s ideal for both intimate and lively celebrations.”
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  • Historic building: Yes

    “The Bell Inn Stilton is a charming historic 15th-century hotel and wedding venue”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “Your dedicated wedding coordinator will guide you every step of the way to ensure your day runs effortlessly, allowing you to fully enjoy focusing on making memories and celebrating your love.”
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£79 to £135a head

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