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The Old Hall Ely

Ely, Cambridgeshire

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Nicola Sent on 02/05/2024

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The perfect wedding day

We cannot thank The Old Hall enough for everything. From our very first viewing of the venue to all our meetings leading up to our special day. We currently do not live in the UK and every single member of the team we dealt with made the whole process extremely easy and relaxing! From the morning of with our arrival at the venue to every single minute throughout every member of the team were faultless, from the ladies who were appointed to myself and my now husband to the staff serving dinner I honestly cannot think of one bad thing to say and all of our guests said the same thing! The grounds are so beautiful and the bedrooms are very impressive!

I would highly recommend The Old Hall as your wedding venue if you are looking for a very easy and pleasant planning process! We cannot wait to return soon to enjoy all the other events they put on throughout the year!

Again thank you so so much, we had the most amazing day and want to just do it all over again!!

Mr & Mrs Crouch xx

We cannot thank The Old Hall enough for everything. From our very first viewing of the venue to all our meetings leading up to our special day. We currently do not live in the UK and every single member of the team we dealt with made the whole process extremely easy and relaxing! From the morning of with our arrival at the venue to every single minute throughout every member of the team were faultless, from the ladies who were appointed to myself and my now husband to the staff serving dinner I honestly cannot think of one bad thing to say and all of our guests said the same thing! The grounds are so beautiful and the bedrooms are very impressive!

I would highly recommend The Old Hall as your wedding venue if you are looking for a very easy and pleasant planning process! We cannot wait to return soon to enjoy all the other events they put on throughout the year!

Again thank you so so much, we had the most amazing day and want to just do it all over again!!

Mr & Mrs Crouch xx

The Old Hall Ely's reply:

Dear Nicola A,

Thank you for taking the time to post such an amazing review! We're thrilled to hear that The Old Hall Ely exceeded your expectations every step of the way. it was an absolute pleasure to be a part of your special day and we're delighted that our team could make the entire process easy and enjoyable for you both.

Your kind words about our staff truly mean the world to us. We strive to create unforgettable moments for every couple, and knowing that you and your guests had such a wonderful time is so lovely to hear.

Thank you for recommending The Old Hall Ely as a Wedding Venue. We can't wait to welcome you back for more events and to create more beautiful memories with us.

Best Wishes,
Laura Daraskevice
General Manager
Danielle R. Sent on 30/07/2024

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Outstanding Wedding Venue

The Old Hall is just so magical! We knew we wanted to get married here from just the pictures, then we met all the staff and they are so wonderful, our wedding day just went so smoothly and my partner and I could enjoy the day as we knew everyone had everything under control! We have had so many compliments from our guests saying how amazing the staff, the venue and the grounds were! We are very lucky to get married here I would pick this venue again and again!

The Old Hall is just so magical! We knew we wanted to get married here from just the pictures, then we met all the staff and they are so wonderful, our wedding day just went so smoothly and my partner and I could enjoy the day as we knew everyone had everything under control! We have had so many compliments from our guests saying how amazing the staff, the venue and the grounds were! We are very lucky to get married here I would pick this venue again and again!

The Old Hall Ely's reply:

Dear Danielle R,

Thank you very much for taking the time out to leave us such a lovely review.

We're delighted to hear you knew The Old Hall Ely was the venue for you just from our pictures!

We're so pleased to hear you were able to truly enjoy your special day, knowing our dedicated team had everything under control.

Our team would like to say many congratulations on your marriage and we wish you all the happiness for the future.

Best Wishes,
Laura Daraskevice
General Manager
Jackie Sent on 15/12/2023

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Couldn't be better!

There is not a single thing that you can throw at the Old Hall and their team that would be too much trouble (And believe me, as a type A bride with anxiety I certainly gave it a good go).

The whole day ran like clockwork and was so well organised. Our guests were raving all day (and still are over a week later) and how smoothly everything ran. They are absolutely experts in what they do and will go above and beyond to ensure your day is a true fairytale. Perfect isn't even the right word for our wedding day, it simply doesn't cover the effort and hard work that the team put in that made our day absolutely flawless.

I'm so glad the Old Hall also operate as a hotel and restaurant because it gives us every reason to go back as much as we can. And we will cherish every return visit as much as our wedding day.

There is not a single thing that you can throw at the Old Hall and their team that would be too much trouble (And believe me, as a type A bride with anxiety I certainly gave it a good go).

The whole day ran like clockwork and was so well organised. Our guests were raving all day (and still are over a week later) and how smoothly everything ran. They are absolutely experts in what they do and will go above and beyond to ensure your day is a true fairytale. Perfect isn't even the right word for our wedding day, it simply doesn't cover the effort and hard work that the team put in that made our day absolutely flawless.

I'm so glad the Old Hall also operate as a hotel and restaurant because it gives us every reason to go back as much as we can. And we will cherish every return visit as much as our wedding day.

Ashley J. Sent on 17/08/2023

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The most perfect wedding ever 🤍

We got married on 09.08.23
We knew from the moment we viewed this venue that it was perfect for us.
The level of service you receive at the Old Hall is unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. From the initial meeting with Antonia and a private show round with Mrs M, we knew we were in experienced and exceptional hands. The meetings leadings up to the event to meet the team were so organised and well structured. The taster evening where we were put with couples we shared common interest with was stunning. Every last detail is so well considered. All our guests said how beautiful the venue was, the food was incredible and the staff! The staff at the old Hall are on another level. Josh and I were looked after from the start to the very end of the day with our own staff dedicated to us. I don’t wish to say too much more as it was the little touches along the way which really made it for us, but both of us couldn’t have wished for a more perfect, magica wedding day.

Thank you so much everyone,

Ashley and Josh

We got married on 09.08.23
We knew from the moment we viewed this venue that it was perfect for us.
The level of service you receive at the Old Hall is unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. From the initial meeting with Antonia and a private show round with Mrs M, we knew we were in experienced and exceptional hands. The meetings leadings up to the event to meet the team were so organised and well structured. The taster evening where we were put with couples we shared common interest with was stunning. Every last detail is so well considered. All our guests said how beautiful the venue was, the food was incredible and the staff! The staff at the old Hall are on another level. Josh and I were looked after from the start to the very end of the day with our own staff dedicated to us. I don’t wish to say too much more as it was the little touches along the way which really made it for us, but both of us couldn’t have wished for a more perfect, magica wedding day.

Thank you so much everyone,

Ashley and Josh
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The Old Hall Ely's reply:

Dear Ashley J

Thank you for taking the time to post such a lovely review and once again congratulations on your marriage!

We are absolutely delighted to hear that your wedding day with us was nothing short of magical. Your kind words mean so much to us.

We are overjoyed that our team, from Antonia and Mrs M to every member who played a part, contributed to your special day. Our goal has always been to ensure that every detail exceeds your expectations.

We are so pleased that your guests were impressed by the venue, quality of the food and the level of service provided by our staff.

Thank you for choosing The Old Hall Ely, we are so pleased and honoured to be part of your special day.

Warmest wishes,
Laura Daraskevice
General Manager
The Old Hall Ely.
Stories F. Sent on 10/11/2022

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Wedding Photographer & Wedding Guest

I've shot here as a wedding photographer and visited as a wedding guest, both times I have to say the staff, service and food (in fact my husband requests me to cook one of your dishes, quite often, it was so good) has been first class. I visit a lot of wedding venues for my job, and some venues don't treat photographers particularly well. But The Old Hall, were just lovely, so kind and helpful. Add the beautiful building and gardens, it all makes for a magical wedding day! I would definitely recommend you to my future wedding clients.

I've shot here as a wedding photographer and visited as a wedding guest, both times I have to say the staff, service and food (in fact my husband requests me to cook one of your dishes, quite often, it was so good) has been first class. I visit a lot of wedding venues for my job, and some venues don't treat photographers particularly well. But The Old Hall, were just lovely, so kind and helpful. Add the beautiful building and gardens, it all makes for a magical wedding day! I would definitely recommend you to my future wedding clients.
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Lucy O. Sent on 28/06/2022

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Simply amazing

The Old Hall are so professional and so good at what they do. From the start of the planning to the execution, we could not have envisioned a better day. The staff were so helpful and kind. Could not recommend them enough

The Old Hall are so professional and so good at what they do. From the start of the planning to the execution, we could not have envisioned a better day. The staff were so helpful and kind. Could not recommend them enough
Charlotte Sent on 24/01/2019

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The Best Venue & Staff for our November Wedding!

We live around the corner from this beautiful wedding venue and had often discussed potentially getting married there one day! The reality was everything and more we had ever imagined!

The staff were amazing throughout the day, all of them seemed to thoroughly enjoy every part and it felt like you were truly celebrating with friends not just staff! We had been told that Alex runs a tight ship, and thank god! Weddings are stressful but never once did we have to add worrying about timings or where to be or what to do in that!

My tiny complaint with the venue is the morning... You aren't allowed in the Bridal suite until 11am... for a 1pm wedding this was a worry for a few weeks prior, luckily my suppliers were regulars at the Old Hall and timed everything perfectly - but I do feel like as breakfast is 8:30am you should be allowed in this room for 10am to really allow yourself to relax and enjoy the room and getting ready without moving around from marquee to room.

Apart from that tiny moan, the wedding venue is gorgeous - the fires were the main reason I loved the idea of a winter wedding and being cosy whilst getting married - and everything in that respect was idyllic and exactly how I imagined. This is often photographed as the most amazing summer venue (and it is, I've been to a few summer weddings) but it is equally as gorgeous in the autumn/winter!

My last point is that we were also invited to a 'Taster Event' 6 months before the wedding. This was AMAZING! Such a lovely extra and lovely to imagine how this will be when you're all dressed up in a wedding dress surrounded by friends and family.

We live around the corner from this beautiful wedding venue and had often discussed potentially getting married there one day! The reality was everything and more we had ever imagined!

The staff were amazing throughout the day, all of them seemed to thoroughly enjoy every part and it felt like you were truly celebrating with friends not just staff! We had been told that Alex runs a tight ship, and thank god! Weddings are stressful but never once did we have to add worrying about timings or where to be or what to do in that!

My tiny complaint with the venue is the morning... You aren't allowed in the Bridal suite until 11am... for a 1pm wedding this was a worry for a few weeks prior, luckily my suppliers were regulars at the Old Hall and timed everything perfectly - but I do feel like as breakfast is 8:30am you should be allowed in this room for 10am to really allow yourself to relax and enjoy the room and getting ready without moving around from marquee to room.

Apart from that tiny moan, the wedding venue is gorgeous - the fires were the main reason I loved the idea of a winter wedding and being cosy whilst getting married - and everything in that respect was idyllic and exactly how I imagined. This is often photographed as the most amazing summer venue (and it is, I've been to a few summer weddings) but it is equally as gorgeous in the autumn/winter!

My last point is that we were also invited to a 'Taster Event' 6 months before the wedding. This was AMAZING! Such a lovely extra and lovely to imagine how this will be when you're all dressed up in a wedding dress surrounded by friends and family.

The Old Hall Ely's reply:

Thank you Charlotte & Ben for your very kind words.
I am thrilled that everything was more than you had imagined and thank you for taking the time to let us know how oyur day was.

I am pleased you pointed out the timings as I take feedback as a gift and very much enjoy hearing from our couples after the day.

However I just wanted you to know that the 11am into the bridal suite is based on a check out time of 10am giving the housekeeping team 1 hour to clean and turn the bedroom around.
Sadly if it was earlier than 10am it would mean you would need to have breakfast by 8am and check out by 10am for us to prepare this ready for your bridal preps.
You might agree with me the morning after the wedding you would appreciate a little extra time asleep before having to get up for breakfast with a late night before.

We all wish you both the very best for the future and please do keep in touch.
Much love Alex and Team xx
Claire Sent on 30/09/2017

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Perfect!!

I could not recommend the Old Hall Ely highly enough, from day one their professional customer service and genuine care for us and our wedding really shone through. We were planning our wedding from Australia and the team made every step so easy and stress free.
From the moment we stepped foot in the venue on the wedding day any pre wedding stress and nerves completely vanished as the staff took care of every little detail!
The food, service, care and attention to detail really was second to none. They made our day so special, I can't thank them enough.
All our guest on the day and week following kept praising the staff and repeating how lovely the venue was.

I could not recommend the Old Hall Ely highly enough, from day one their professional customer service and genuine care for us and our wedding really shone through. We were planning our wedding from Australia and the team made every step so easy and stress free.
From the moment we stepped foot in the venue on the wedding day any pre wedding stress and nerves completely vanished as the staff took care of every little detail!
The food, service, care and attention to detail really was second to none. They made our day so special, I can't thank them enough.
All our guest on the day and week following kept praising the staff and repeating how lovely the venue was.
Becci Sent on 16/12/2016

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Amazing Venue. Perfect.

My husband and I got married at The Old Hall in November, and we couldn't have been happier. The staff were amazing and couldn't do enough for us (especially Amy who not only ensured the day went perfectly, but dealt with anything and everything on the day and even the following morning - she went completely above and beyond and we will never be able to thank her enough!). From the first meeting and right down to the smallest details, we had complete confidence that they had everything in hand and this allowed us to completely relax and enjoy our day! The food was incredible, and the rooms were amazing - we couldn't reccomend them highly enough!

My husband and I got married at The Old Hall in November, and we couldn't have been happier. The staff were amazing and couldn't do enough for us (especially Amy who not only ensured the day went perfectly, but dealt with anything and everything on the day and even the following morning - she went completely above and beyond and we will never be able to thank her enough!). From the first meeting and right down to the smallest details, we had complete confidence that they had everything in hand and this allowed us to completely relax and enjoy our day! The food was incredible, and the rooms were amazing - we couldn't reccomend them highly enough!
Tbr Sent on 28/09/2016

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Robbed

While the venue is absolutely stunning and the staff were fantastic that doesnt make up for the fact that we were robbed out of all the money we paid for our food!!! I wouldnt even put their chef forward for a job at mcdonalds. What we were served at our tasting session was fabulous, but what we received on the day was a disaster. Everything was different to what we had tasted, presentation was different taste was completely different and some items we had tasted werent anywhere to be seen! After complaining we were fobbed off with ridiculous excuses and were then told the chef that done our tasting quit before the wedding and they thought it ok to change items on our menu without even informing us!! Our portion sizes werent even big enough to satisfy a three year old. After a couple of emails back and forth the father replied (who we'd not met once during our preparations) basically saying 'i am not offering you a solution and if you want to take it further contact my solicitors)!!!!! I have read other reviews about his rudeness and unwelcoming attitude. He's clearly in the wrong business. For the amount of money you pay for food at a wedding you expect it to be 10/10. We gave them a chance to rectify it and didnt so if you want to be 100% guaranteed you will get what you're promised dont go with these con artists!!!

While the venue is absolutely stunning and the staff were fantastic that doesnt make up for the fact that we were robbed out of all the money we paid for our food!!! I wouldnt even put their chef forward for a job at mcdonalds. What we were served at our tasting session was fabulous, but what we received on the day was a disaster. Everything was different to what we had tasted, presentation was different taste was completely different and some items we had tasted werent anywhere to be seen! After complaining we were fobbed off with ridiculous excuses and were then told the chef that done our tasting quit before the wedding and they thought it ok to change items on our menu without even informing us!! Our portion sizes werent even big enough to satisfy a three year old. After a couple of emails back and forth the father replied (who we'd not met once during our preparations) basically saying 'i am not offering you a solution and if you want to take it further contact my solicitors)!!!!! I have read other reviews about his rudeness and unwelcoming attitude. He's clearly in the wrong business. For the amount of money you pay for food at a wedding you expect it to be 10/10. We gave them a chance to rectify it and didnt so if you want to be 100% guaranteed you will get what you're promised dont go with these con artists!!!