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About
Based in the historical market town of Thame in Oxfordshire, The Spread Eagle Hotel is a boutique hotel that hosts elegant wedding celebrations. Named in honour of the renowned eccentric John Fothergill, this hotel offers a remarkable backdrop for nuptial occasions. Couples who choose to celebrate their special day in this venue can enjoy the exclusive use of the function suite, ensuring an intimate and unforgettable occasion.
Facilities and Capacity
Couples and guests alike are sure to be delighted from the moment they lay their eyes on the elegant red-brick facade of this historical building. This hotel boasts a choice of indoor and outdoor event spaces for newlyweds-to-be to choose from, depending on their vision and personal style. The property can accommodate up to 160 guests for banquet-style dining, and 200 people for your evening reception.
Services Offered
The Spread Eagle Hotel offers a range of packages to suit the needs and budget of any engaged couple. All packages include access to the nuptial suite, along with a three-course wedding breakfast and the use of the private bar. All-inclusive options are available and include everything you need and more to celebrate your special day. From decorative elements such as linens, napkins and centrepieces to canapes and prosecco, this package makes planning a wedding seamless and stress-free. A dedicated event planner will also be available to assist you throughout the process, ensuring that every detail is taken care of.
Accommodation
This boutique hotel contains 35 guest rooms, each boasting its unique decor and charm. Sizes range from a classic twin to a garden suite, complete with a king-size bed. These rooms offer couples and their guests a serene and comfortable space to relax in after the festivities.
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Frequently asked questions
Venue type:
In the country
Small hotel
Pub or restaurant
Unusual weddings
Historic
In the city
Outdoor license
Unique weddings
Ceremony options:
Civil ceremony licence
Dining options:
Seated meal facilities
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering
Evening entertainment:
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
Other features:
Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Pet-friendly
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Reviews for The Spread Eagle Hotel
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4.9 out of 5 rating
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4.9 out of 5 rating
32 reviews
99% recommend it
Gareth D. Sent on 13/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Spread eagle hotel
Fabulous venue and staff made our day stress free and a total success. Function room great size hotel rooms great value for money
Hollie L. Sent on 14/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Best day ever
Our wedding was everything we could have wished for and so much more. That's all thanks to the spread eagle hotel.
Erica was amazing, friendly, helpful and always got back to us really quickly when we emailed. She also gave us list of suppliers that are local and are used which was very helpful.
The hotel is beautiful and the bridal suite was beautiful and stylish. So many of our guests that stayed were so impressed and loved their rooms as no room was the same. We can't thank Erica enough.
On the Wedding day, Richard was great the whole day ran so smoothly and everything was how we imagined. The room was set up beautifully. They were very accommodating with allowing to set up some yhings the night before. The food was also amazing, we did have some fussy eaters and they even said how great the food was. We were lucky to be able to take photos outside as the rain decided to stop. They have some really beautiful areas for photos.
We had use of the restaurant for breakfast, which the food was lovely and there was a range of food to pick from. The staff in the restaurant were very friendly.
We and all our family and friends had the best day.
Erica was amazing, friendly, helpful and always got back to us really quickly when we emailed. She also gave us list of suppliers that are local and are used which was very helpful.
The hotel is beautiful and the bridal suite was beautiful and stylish. So many of our guests that stayed were so impressed and loved their rooms as no room was the same. We can't thank Erica enough.
On the Wedding day, Richard was great the whole day ran so smoothly and everything was how we imagined. The room was set up beautifully. They were very accommodating with allowing to set up some yhings the night before. The food was also amazing, we did have some fussy eaters and they even said how great the food was. We were lucky to be able to take photos outside as the rain decided to stop. They have some really beautiful areas for photos.
We had use of the restaurant for breakfast, which the food was lovely and there was a range of food to pick from. The staff in the restaurant were very friendly.
We and all our family and friends had the best day.
Helen A. Sent on 29/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating
October Wedding
We held our wedding at The Spread Eagle Hotel and chose to have the 'big one' package. This meant that practically everything was taken care of for the wedding celebrations. The venue provided chair covers, table linens, canapes, drinks, the wedding breakfast, evening buffet and dj. This means, as the bride, I had an easy life organising the finishing touches.
Erica, the Wedding and events Co-ordinator, made sure everything ran smoothly and was very patient with a slightly disorganised bride!!
The venue was beautiful and the rooms very comfortable. The food was delicious (especially the sticky toffee pudding) and there was plenty of it. We supplied a cheese and pork pie stack and the venue happily accommodated this. It was lovely to be able to tailor a package to our wants, needs and budget.
The bar staff were lovely and absolutely fantastic with the children as well!!
Erica, the Wedding and events Co-ordinator, made sure everything ran smoothly and was very patient with a slightly disorganised bride!!
The venue was beautiful and the rooms very comfortable. The food was delicious (especially the sticky toffee pudding) and there was plenty of it. We supplied a cheese and pork pie stack and the venue happily accommodated this. It was lovely to be able to tailor a package to our wants, needs and budget.
The bar staff were lovely and absolutely fantastic with the children as well!!
Caroline S. Sent on 21/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Blown away with how smoothly our wedding went! Fantastic!
What an amazing experience from start to end. Erica was amazing and helped us to be organised, answered any/ all questions, queries and changes during the build up. Erica was on hand at all times. I never felt like I was being a pain to Erica although worrying myself that my questions were constant! Lol. The wedding day was amazing. We couldn’t have asked for a better venue & people to make this perfect for us! Food, venue, staff and facilities were amazing! People commented how lovely it was. Looking back there is nothing Tom and myself would have changed. This tells you how perfect it was!!! Totally recommend! Actually want to do it all again!!!!! Thank you Erica and Richard. You made my dreams come true!!!!
Eleanor R. Sent on 16/09/2023
5 out of 5 rating
A fantastic day!
We got married on 10/09/22 and it was such a lovely day! Me and Corey couldn't have asked for a better day. Everything we wanted and more.
Gemma was very supportive, knowledgeable and accommodating with the planning of our wedding day. She was always available by email/ phone and helped with any questions we had.
Richard was so attentive and helpful on the day and made everything go smoothly!
Would like to thank you both and the rest of the event team.
We would definitely recommend the venue. Food was amazing and the facilities were great. All our families and friends enjoyed themselves.
Gemma was very supportive, knowledgeable and accommodating with the planning of our wedding day. She was always available by email/ phone and helped with any questions we had.
Richard was so attentive and helpful on the day and made everything go smoothly!
Would like to thank you both and the rest of the event team.
We would definitely recommend the venue. Food was amazing and the facilities were great. All our families and friends enjoyed themselves.
Jessie Sent on 11/09/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Excellent venue, excellent staff
We had our wedding at the spread eagle. We had a wonderful day, the staff we so helpful and kind, they went above and beyond to make it a smooth stress free day for us. They day went without a hitch , the food was wonderful and the rooms were large, the beds comfy. Erica was wonderfully helpful and nothing was too much trouble. My grandparent came a day early to stay as the wedding was early, check in was 3pm. When they arrived at 11 they spoke to a lovely receptionist, I don't know her name (she had black and red hair) who got the room made ready earlier as my grandma was clearly exhausted. I appreciated it and I cant recommend them enough. Me and My husband had a wonderful day. There is lots of lovely shops in the high street, its lovely and picturesque, there is a lovely garden to sit and have drinks from the hotel bar and loads of pubs and little shops.
Helen R. Sent on 31/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Excellent & Professional Venue
Thank you Erica and your team for making our Wedding Day so special.
You were helpful and professional from the day we met
The venue is lovely, our families and friends commented how welcome they felt.
We have no hesitation in recommending you to everyone.
Helen & Simon 28th July 2023
You were helpful and professional from the day we met
The venue is lovely, our families and friends commented how welcome they felt.
We have no hesitation in recommending you to everyone.
Helen & Simon 28th July 2023
Missy Sent on 08/06/2023
5 out of 5 rating
A wonderful wedding venue
My husband and I married here on 20/05/23, and the day was simply perfect!
Erica and Richard were so attentive in the day, helping the wedding run smoothly and enjoyably. Erica was easily available before the wedding too, helping us to organise it, again enjoyably.
Some venues feel very ‘business like’ in terms of making money out of you at every opportunity. We never got that feeling here, the focus felt very much about ensuring the day is right for us, for which we are grateful.
The food was enjoyed by all too; large amounts served at the same time can sometimes reduce taste and quality at weddings, but our meals were so very nice and the menu has something for everything.
The transition from ceremony, to breakfast to evening do was seamless. The rooms are so lovely and boutique chic. Our colour scheme was embraced (black and gold). Other venues we saw said we would have to supply our own linen, if black, whereas here they again, were very accommodating and it was no extra cost. The following morning, all our things were boxed up for us to take home - this is a great help when you are feeling fragile!
Ultimately, it was faultless and I cannot recommend the Spread Eagle enough for our wedding. ♥️
Erica and Richard were so attentive in the day, helping the wedding run smoothly and enjoyably. Erica was easily available before the wedding too, helping us to organise it, again enjoyably.
Some venues feel very ‘business like’ in terms of making money out of you at every opportunity. We never got that feeling here, the focus felt very much about ensuring the day is right for us, for which we are grateful.
The food was enjoyed by all too; large amounts served at the same time can sometimes reduce taste and quality at weddings, but our meals were so very nice and the menu has something for everything.
The transition from ceremony, to breakfast to evening do was seamless. The rooms are so lovely and boutique chic. Our colour scheme was embraced (black and gold). Other venues we saw said we would have to supply our own linen, if black, whereas here they again, were very accommodating and it was no extra cost. The following morning, all our things were boxed up for us to take home - this is a great help when you are feeling fragile!
Ultimately, it was faultless and I cannot recommend the Spread Eagle enough for our wedding. ♥️
Gemma A. Sent on 23/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Outstanding wedding venue
We had our wedding at the Spread Eagle at the end of April 2023 and what a wedding it was. We cannot thank Erica and the team at the Spread Eagle enough for their professionalism, support and absolute commitment to helping us make our day as special as it was.
From day 1 the support we had was phenomenal. Nothing was too much and they all made us feel so welcome. I also loved that my friends and family could all stay at the hotel, which most of us did for 2 nights and was able to dine in their restaurant the night before the wedding, which made it all extra special.
If you are looking for a wedding venue or a venue for any event, large or small then look no further, the Spread Eagle has it all.
From day 1 the support we had was phenomenal. Nothing was too much and they all made us feel so welcome. I also loved that my friends and family could all stay at the hotel, which most of us did for 2 nights and was able to dine in their restaurant the night before the wedding, which made it all extra special.
If you are looking for a wedding venue or a venue for any event, large or small then look no further, the Spread Eagle has it all.
Brenda Sent on 24/01/2023
5 out of 5 rating
Perfect Day
We had very little time to arrange as our original venue cancelled, but from the moment we first contacted Erica nothing was too much trouble, the day could not have been smoother. Completely Stress Free, so we could enjoy it. Richard and the Events team were attentive but ‘invisible’ just perfection! Thank you so much. The venue itself was quirky, interesting and having the entire function facility to ourselves made it as good for the guests (especially where they had young children) as it did for us. Even with hindsight we wouldn’t change a thing. Thanks again xx
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