Weddings

Whether you desire opulent and elegant or intimate and cosy, elevated luxury or classic rustic charm, an indoor or outdoor experience, Sudeley Castle has the setting that's as unique as the couple at the heart of it.

Set amid 1,200 acres of rolling Cotswolds countryside, Sudeley offers breath-taking backdrops from romantic ruins to formal gardens, fountains and pristine lawns framed by blooming flowerbeds and ancient yew hedges. The castle's rare charm captivates the heart and inspires memories to treasure, forever.

Sudeley offers a limited number of wedding dates each year, to make sure each couple receives our undivided care and attention. With many options available, we specialise in bespoke, exclusive, and one-of-a-kind celebrations. We’ll personally be on hand throughout the planning process and on the big day itself to ensure that you have an unforgettable and enchanting day.

Contact us to begin planning your special day.

St Mary's Chapel

Beside the castle at Sudeley stands the exquisite church of St Mary's. Built in around 1070, this ancient chapel hosts blessing ceremonies that can be delivered by a local vicar, celebrant or even a friend. The chapel lies in the heart of Sudeley's gardens and can accommodate up to 130 guests.

Lawns, Gardens & Rose Covered Ruins

If you’re dreaming of an open-air wedding, Sudeley Castle has a number of glorious settings in which vows can be made. The Haha offers views over the rose garden with the castle as your backdrop and long, pastural views over the rolling Cotswolds hills. The ancient Tithe Barn frames your ceremony with flower-scented ruins of dream-like quality.

The Queen's Garden

Luxuriously encased in double-planted, 200 year old yew hedges, The Queen's Garden is the magnificent centrepiece of Sudeley’s gardens and a quintessentially English setting in which to host your drinks reception. Named after four of England’s Queens –Anne Boleyn, Katherine Parr, Lady Jane Grey and Elizabeth I - the garden brims with roses and has a sparkling fountain at its centre. There are several options for marquees where guest can take in views of time-softened ruins of Sudeley's Royal Apartments.

The Orangery

The light filled Orangery offers a versatile space in which to accommodate up to 150 guests. The elegant glass structure and wrought iron work offer a classical blank canvas to transform into your dream venue. The far reaching views across the terrace to the rolling Cotswold Hills beyond make for a fairy tale backdrop and a perfect, sunlit location in which to share your wedding breakfast.

Mulberry Lawn

Surrounded by castle walls and the spectacular ruins of the Royal Apartment Banqueting Hall, this exquisite lawn enjoys unrivalled romantic backdrops and a sense of history - perfect for alfresco dining on a summer's evening.

The Castle Coach House

As twilight falls over Sudeley Castle, the Castle Coach House transforms into an unforgettable setting for your wedding celebration. From your first dance to your final moments on the dance floor as newlyweds, the evening unfolds in a space filled with music, joy, and atmosphere. Surrounded by historic charm and set within the castle grounds, it’s a truly enchanting place to celebrate long into the night.

The North Lawn

For larger exclusive celebrations, the manicured North Lawn comfortably accommodates marquees of all sizes. Located between the tree-lined castle entrance and the flower strewn ruins of Sudeley's glorious Tithe Barn.

Wedding celebrations are reflected in the large carp pond, offering magical photography moments.

Sudeley's enviable position in the heart of the Cotswolds and estate portfolio means we are able to offer a wide selection of accommodation for over 100 guests.

There are 19 holiday cottages on the estate offering relaxed, comfortable and thoughtful accommodation with individuality. Ranging from beautifully renovated ancient buildings, including a paper mill, an old forge, 18th-century workers’ cottages, to new cottages built in distinctive Cotswold stone, the Sudeley Castle Cottages and farmhouses are perfect for groups of three to 14 guests.

All the properties have been carefully and thoughtfully decorated and furnished, many come with gardens and are dog-friendly.