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On Hitched.co.uk since 2020
Last update: November 2024
Old Down Estate is a stately home wedding venue located in Almondsbury, Bristol. Featuring splendid scenery, manicured lawns, and old-world architecture, this home offers a magnificent backdrop to the day's celebrations. The venue has all the ingredients needed to provide the couple and their loved ones with a beautiful wedding and memories to treasure forever.
Facilities and Capacity
Old Down Estate offers exclusive venue hire for the wedding with a capacity for 120 guests during the day and 200 for an evening soiree. The home is licensed for civil ceremonies in the Orangery, Bernays Room, and Atrium. A sweeping staircase and vaulted glass ceiling create a romantic ambience synonymous with a scene from the epic "Gone With the Wind." The wedding breakfast is hosted in the beautiful Orangery, overlooking the charming Victorian rose garden and the breath-taking panorama beyond. Take advantage of the gorgeous vistas and bring your photographer to the lakeside and woodland areas for incredible wedding photos. The evening reception commences in the Bernays room, with the bar open on a cash and card basis until 12.30 am. If you wish to continue the festivities beyond this, the Cellar Bar is available to hire and has an extended license for a 3.00 am finish. After an evening of dinner and dancing, you and your partner can retire to the wedding suite. The suite is adorned with crystal chandeliers and an eclectic mix of modern and exquisite antique furniture for a perfect end to a perfect day.
Services Offered
With a dedicated wedding coordinator at Old Down Estate, you will never feel lost throughout the planning experience. The coordinator goes above and beyond to see that your wedding vision is brought to life. The coordinator offers a suppliers list to assist with booking and liaising with outside providers, making for a low-stress experience. The venue also boasts a talented chef with years of experience, offering everything from melt in the mouth canapes, sumptuous wedding breakfasts and delectable evening buffets. A delicious children's menu is also available to ensure everyone is catered to on the all-important day. Dining packages are available with this team; however, the chef is more than happy to assist with tailored menus to suit your personal taste. The venue is also conveniently located for travelling guests, linked to the M4 and M5 motorways and Bristol city centre.
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Hotshots Entertainment
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