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Last update: April 2025

Situated in the charming riverside village of Pangbourne, Berkshire, The Elephant Hotel is the perfect venue for your dream wedding. If you are looking for quirky but still stylish venue in which to celebrate your nuptials, then look no further than this unique destination.

Facilities and Capacity

We're licensed for up to 140 guests for indoor & outdoor ceremonies or alternatively there is a church next door. Depending on your numbers we have 3 beautiful function rooms with minimum numbers for 2 catering up to a maximum of 140 guests. We host Drinks receptions indoors or in the garden at the back of the venue. It is perfect for wedding meals and evenings full of dancing and perhaps an evening snack of pizza from our pizza oven. We are dog friendly & host pre dinner or post BBQ & buffets.

Services Offered

Reimagine love... Nestled along the picturesque River Thames, The Elephant Hotel offers a serene backdrop for intimate weddings, spontaneous "I do" moments, heartfelt vow renewals, and grand gatherings that redefine romance.

Situated in the heart of Pangbourne, our quirky venue unveils a world of enchantment, where dreams can come true! Whether you dream of a quiet escape, a last minute "I do", or a show stopping ceremony filled with magic, our team are here to help.
Where charm meets relaxed sophistication, The Elephant Hotel is your haven for extraordinary dining and heartwarming hospitality. For love-filled weddings, we are your ideal wedding venue in the heart of Pangbourne.

To plan a wedding at The Elephant Hotel is an invitation to turn your dream celebration into reality. Enjoy our stunning venue which includes relaxing lounges, a quirky bar, versatile function rooms, 22 individually designed bedrooms and romantic, secret gardens for outdoor ceremonies and celebrations. You have the freedom to curate every detail of your day...and we will make sure your love story unfolds seamlessly.

There are plenty of spaces - large and small - to gather your loved ones to celebrate your love. Our venue can be yours exclusively - ask for details!

Getting here:
- Less than 5 minutes' walk from Pangbourne Station.
- 20 minutes drive from Reading.
- 45 minutes drive from Oxford.

Our Main Wedding highlights

Beautiful countryside location.
Quirky, one-of-a-kind wedding destination.
22 stunning bedrooms (including four ground floor rooms).
Choice of three ceremony rooms – Elephant room, The Herd or Garden Pavilion.
Exclusive use available (accommodating up to 44 guests).
All-inclusive wedding packages – Made For You and All Taken Care Of.
Bespoke wedding package option.
Woof-approved weddings.
Intimate ceremonies – no wedding is too small.
60-plus craft gins in our Babar.
Twinkling evening celebrations for up to 140 guests.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Small hotel
Pub or restaurant
Unusual weddings
Historic
Church
Outdoor license
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Fire ceremony
Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Corkage option
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

Marquee available
Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator

Venue leisure facilities:

Hairdresser
Beautician

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Changing room for wedding guests
Pet-friendly
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