THE WOODYARD

An exclusive wedding venue on a private country estate in North Norfolk.

In a quiet and tranquil lakeside setting on the 300-acre Worstead Park, our breathtaking wedding venue offers a unique and secluded setting for your special day. Our beautifully restored thatched barn and sawmill, along with luxury estate accommodation, offers the perfect place to gather your closest family and friends for an unforgettable celebration.

What's Included?

• Exclusive Weekend or Weekday Hire: Private use of The Woodyard, a beautifully restored thatched barn with Norfolk brick buildings.
• Private Grounds: Access to the surrounding grounds, including the scenic west lawn and a picturesque lake island. - mention walled garden/ sun terrace etc.
• Bar Services: A fully stocked, licensed and manned bar ran by East Coast Bars.
• Guest Seating: Round tables & Trestle tables for your wedding breakfast - to seat 120 guests. (chairs and linen to be hired separately)
• Accommodation: Worstead Estate can sleep up to 42 guests for your Weekend. Each property on the estate has its own character and is finished to a luxury standard. Each property has all modern amenities including private outside space, BBQ, games room, and hot tub.
• Venue Manager: Experienced support from a venue manager to assist with wedding planning and full coordination on your wedding day.

THE DAY BEFORE

Our Experienced wedding team will be on hand with assistance and guidance with your set up along with suppliers.

We and the catering team will lay out tables and chairs ahead of your midday arrival so you can create those personal elements.

Once complete, we will do a full ceremony run through to ease any nerves.

Estate accommodation will be available from after your setup to you and your guests to relax and enjoy the evening ahead of your big day.

ON THE DAY

Our experienced wedding team will be on site first thing in the morning, welcoming your suppliers back to the venue, assisting with any last-minute details.

Our Wedding Team will liaise with any suppliers on the day, oversee your wedding ceremony, and coordinate your wedding day from start to finish.

Most importantly, we are here for you and your guests throughout the day to deliver a seamless and personal service on your wedding day.

THE DAY AFTER

Relax knowing the majority, if not all the tidying and packing away has been taken care of by our wedding team.

Our wedding team will ensure that all of your personal belongings, furniture, and decor are packed up ready for an easy collection the following day.

We will arrange directly with your suppliers for their collections of any hired items, so you can start your honeymoon, enjoy a day after brunch or ensure you don’t miss any important goodbyes with guests.

The Thatched Barn

With its vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and brick walls, and soft lighting, the Thatched Barn is our most romantic space. Working closely with you, our event management team will create a breathtaking space for an unforgettable ceremony.

Later, when the sun is setting, enjoy after-dinner drinks on the West Terrace and your first dance in the Thatched Barn.

The Mulberry Room

Forming the southern wing of The Woodyard, and once home to the sawmill which now stands just outside, the Mulberry Room is our light and bright blank canvas: perfect for creating the wedding breakfast of your dreams. Working with our event management team you can dress The Mulberry Room to reflect your personal character and style.

Alternatively host your wedding ceremony in The Mulberry Room before retiring to the Thatched Barn for a candlelit supper.

Lake Island & Lake Island

Offering a truly unique setting to say, “I do”, our lake island is a wonderfully scenic spot for a ceremony. Our newly built summerhouse frames the bride and groom as they make their vows.

The neighbouring boathouse is the mooring for the You and I, our 1930s wooden rowing boat. Brides are invited to take a quiet moment with their father as he rows her across the lake to a memorable arrival at the island.

Accommodation

One of our favourite parts of hosting weddings is our ability to accommodate up to 42 of your guests across the estate, extending your celebrations across the whole of your celebration.

Our couples are given priority booking on our full range of accommodation, and our event management team will be pleased to discuss your requirements with you and make recommendations on which of our beautiful properties you might like to consider. Each self-catering cottage has all you need to indulge Relax with loved ones in spacious living areas, get cosy in front of our heritage wood burners, or cook up a storm in our well-equipped, open planned kitchens. Our properties each include private hot tubs for you and your guests to enjoy.