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Last update: December 2024
Exclusively yours
Notley Abbey, located in the picturesque Buckinghamshire countryside, is exclusively yours to enjoy for an entire day and night. Whether you envision a vibrant summer celebration amidst the manicured grounds or a cozy winter wedding under the glow of twinkling chandeliers, Notley Abbey offers the perfect setting to bring your love story to life.
The setting
As you turn off the Aylesbury Road and make your way up the tree-lined driveway, the serene countryside unfolds around you, and soon, the enchanting Notley Abbey comes into view. Nestled within secluded riverside grounds adorned with lavender, this historic retreat immediately captures your heart.
Once the romantic home of Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh, Notley Abbey exudes timeless charm. This idyllic venue now hosts luxurious weddings for up to 250 guests, offering an unparalleled atmosphere of elegance and intimacy.
The ceremony
Begin your wedding journey in the Abbott's Hall, a space steeped in history. Once Sir Laurence Olivier’s drawing room, this intimate space features a hidden staircase leading to a 15th-century turret. Perfect for up to 110 seated guests, it provides a unique and romantic setting for your vows.
Continue the celebration in the grand Monks’ Refectory. With its barn-like architecture, floor-to-ceiling glass that floods the space with natural light, and glittering chandeliers that add a touch of glamour, this venue seamlessly blends centuries of history with modern sophistication. The Monks’ Refectory accommodates up to 164 guests for a ceremony or wedding breakfast and up to 250 for an evening reception.
For summer weddings, the Abbey’s grounds are a dream come true. A walled garden licensed for al fresco ceremonies and expansive gardens encircling the house provide countless stunning backdrops for your wedding photographs.
The accommodation
After a day of celebration, retreat to the luxurious Notley Suite, complete with a romantic four-poster bed just steps from the festivities. Your closest friends and family can join you, with eight additional beautifully appointed bedrooms available. The next morning, relive the joy of your wedding over breakfast with your nearest and dearest.
The food
A wedding at Notley Abbey includes the exclusive Harper Tasting Experience, an unforgettable opportunity to choose your ideal menu. More than just selecting dishes, this candlelit evening allows you to envision the ambiance of your special day while savouring exquisite cuisine. From menu planning to every other detail, everything is tailored to your tastes.
Visit Notley Abbey
Discover the magic of Notley Abbey by downloading our brochure and price guide directly from our website. However, nothing compares to experiencing its charm in person. Book a visit on our website for instant confirmation or contact us at notleyabbey@harperweddings.co.uk or 0345 130 9966 to arrange your appointment.
The collection
Notley Abbey is part of the Harper Weddings collection, a family-owned and family-run company that also owns and manages Botleys Mansion (Surrey) and Cain Manor (Surrey/Hampshire). With nearly 30 years of experience helping couples bring their wedding dreams to life, Harper Weddings is known for heartfelt hospitality and a spirit of fun. We’d be delighted to do the same for you.
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we had the most amazing day at Notley Abbey
Mr& Mrs Calder
Fairytale Wedding
Having researched and visited multiple venues, we decided on Notley Abbey after a recommendation. There may be cheaper options out there, but why take the chance on sub-standard quality for your big day? That’s the view we took and we now have our memories of an amazing day to cherish forever.
The service on the day was absolutely exquisite. It was raining heavily on arrival but the team on-site was waiting for us with umbrellas. And they were by our side every step of the way thereafter. You don’t know what to expect from the service on the day until you experience it for yourself, and it honestly exceeded our best expectations. Fortunately, the clouds parted in time for the ceremony in the beautiful monks' refectory and we celebrated with bubbles and canapés in the sunshine in the gorgeous grounds of Notley Abbey. Our guests were blown away.
The online planner takes some getting used to initially, but the team is on hand for a phone call to help while you get used to it. We honestly cannot find a fault with how the team performed. It was flawless. If you’re considering this venue and Harper Weddings for your wedding, don’t hesitate any longer and place your trust in them, you won’t regret it.
With all our thanks and best wishes once again to the whole team for an amazing day,
Julia and James.
A really fun day
The day was amazing, from the moment we arrived we were greeted by Gemma who showed me to the bridal suite and had some bubbles brought to the room. We then discussed whether we get married in Abbot's Hall or the Walled Garden. We wanted to get married outside and decided on the Walled Garden, and she made it happen. She didn't try to convince us to have it inside as it was already setup. She was our go to on the day ensuring whatever we needed at all times (a drink, canapes etc). Julie was behind the scenes making sure everything was executed exactly as per our wishes in the planner, I really noted as we were starting to walk down the aisle, I had 2 flower girls, 2 junior bridesmaids and then 8 bridesmaids, Julie gave the signal to go so it was all times perfectly.
We would very much recommend Notley Abbey and want to thank Emily, Gemma and Julie for everything they did.
Highly Recommend!!
Amazing Day
The most perfect wedding venue!
Amazing from start to finish
We loved the option of having a seperate ceremony room to the wedding breakfast/party. Having 9 beautiful bedrooms to host close family and friends was great.
The food served at our wedding was incredible, so delicious, served hot and we had so many compliments.
Overall Notley has left us with a day to remember!
Amazing venue, incredible staff on wedding day
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