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Last update: November 2024

AWARD-WINNING WEDDINGS

Nestled in the picturesque heart of rural Somerset, we are a family-run business with a venue that stands out for its unique charm and flexibility.

Our pride and joy? Undoubtedly our expansive gardens, meticulously cared forwith love and dedication.

There really are no better pub gardens around on a hot sunny day!

We offer an exclusive venue for your day and specialise in crafting tailor-made, bespoke weddings that reflect you and your partner’s individual style and dreams. Every detail is customisable, ensuring that your special day is nothing short of perfect.

Step into a relaxed atmosphere where stress is simply not on the menu. With decades of combined expertise in fine dining, hospitality, weddings and event management, the four family members that make-up the management team, bring a wealth of experience to the table—126 years’ worth, to be exact!

Let us handle the logistics while you savour every moment. From start to finish, we will orchestrate your event seamlessly, ensuring that your wedding dayunfolds like clockwork. Entrust us with your vision, and we’ll ensure it’s brought

to life!

OUR OFFERINGS

Award-Winning Venue: Winner of Somerset Wedding Venue of the Year 2024 & Good Food Blue Ribbon Award 2024/2025

Exclusive Venue Hire: Enjoy the entire venue for your special day, ensuring privacy and a dedicated space for your celebration.

Expert Staff: Our highly trained staff will be at your service, taking care of every detail to make your day unforgettable.

Bar Options: Choose between a paying bar or setting up a tab to have a "paid" bar for your guests.

Experienced Management in Weddings & Events: Benefit from our team's extensive experience in wedding and event planning, ensuring a seamless and memorable occasion.

Flexible Venue: Our venue is adaptable to your needs, allowing you to personalise your event and create the atmosphere you desire.

Tailored Bespoke Event: Your wedding is unique, and we'll work with you to create a personalised event that reflects your style and preferences.

Half Day or Full Day Hire: Choose the timing that suits your celebration, whether you prefer a half-day (Morning to 5pm, or 3pm - late evening) or a full-day hire (Morning - late evening) toaccommodate your plans.

Wedding License: Decide whether you want to include a wedding ceremony as part of your event, giving you the flexibility to design your day as you envision. Our wedding license covers indoor (capacity: 60 standing or 50 seated) and outdoors (capacity: 150 standing or seated).

Dining: We’ve many dining options, from your traditional Roast lunch to buffets, BBQs & home cooked great pub food. With different options for Wedding Breakfast & Evening Food.

Indoor Capacity Flexibility: A variety of different setups to accommodate your guests. For more intimate weddings, we can have one large rectangle table of up 26 guests or for larger weddings guests can be split onto separate tables we can accommodate 80 seated, with table filling the entirety of the pub across three semi-separate linked rooms.

Outdoor Capacity Flexibility: Wanting that Festival wedding vibe, or just have a super large family? We have maximum outdoor capacity of 500 people, and you have the option to accommodate more than 150 guests for the evening buffet, allowing you to host a larger celebration if desired.

Marquees: For outdoor weddings that require a ceremony for more than 60 guests, we highly recommend a marquee, canopy or awning for the ceremony in case of bad weather. We require marquee hire for all weddings with outdoor dining that requires seated tables. Marquees can seat a maximum of 110 guests.

We have partnered with Abbas Marquees, a local family run marquee company supplying stunning structures for your day.

​We're proud to be an inclusive wedding venue, welcoming and celebrating weddings for all couples.

​We've also partnered with vendors such as marquee companies & bands for ease.

​Your dream wedding awaits, and we're here to make it a reality.

VENUE INFORMATION
Located approximately 10 miles from Bridgwater, 5 miles from Axbridge, and 4 miles from Highbridge, our venue is nestled in the historic village of Mark, Somerset, England.

The village holds a rich history dating back to the 5th and 6th centuries, with the Mark Yeo River playing a crucial role in the region's development.

The White Horse Inn, situated on the Abbots Causeway, has historical significance, initially being a one-roomed Cider House with a Victorian extension. Built on the site of the ancient High Hall of the Abbots of Glastonbury, it played a vital role in transporting goods and passengers via the Mark Yeo River.

Today, the White Horse Inn is a quintessential English village inn with award-winning real ales and a delightful selection of small vineyard wines. Its diverse spaces, including the 'Parlour,' 'Lounge,' and 'Abbots Room,' cater to various preferences. The inn's focus on exceptional food is evident in its thoughtfully curated menus, prepared on-site with locally sourced ingredients.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Pub or restaurant
Unusual weddings
Historic
Marquees and tents
Outdoor license
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

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

Evening entertainment:

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

Venue staff assistance:

Wedding coordinator

Other features:

Exclusive use
Car parking
Pet-friendly
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Rachel
Rachel J. Sent on 18/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect day!

We planned our day at this venue because we knew a country pub was just what we wanted for our special day. And the team did not disappoint!

From first our first meeting with Callum he took the time to understand what we envisioned for our day, and then he bought it to life.

Mike’s food was simply amazing, the staff super professional and friendly, and nothing was too much trouble.

We had exclusivity of the pub from midday, right through to midnight, with full use of the most beautiful gardens. The day was so wonderful & our guests have all since fed back it was the best wedding they have ever been to!

Thank you so much for making a dream day a reality!
Vivienne
Vivienne T. Sent on 22/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Made a special day, even more special.

From the early planning stages to the end of the day, the whole team could not have been anymore attentive. Mike took the time to sit with us and plan our menu, with regular contact up to and on the day. Callum ensured we had our music set ready to play when we arrived and decorated our table and room to perfection. From the time we arrived seeing the signage to the welcome committee and the room, everything was perfect. The meal was outstanding as we knew it would having dined there on many occasion. The wait staff were excellent and responsive and the whole ambience was just as we hoped for wedding day. Overall I could not recommend this establishment enough, they were the cherry on the cake of what was an amazing unforgettable day.
Anna
Anna C. Sent on 30/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The happiest day of my life

My wedding at White Horse Inn in Mark was an absolute standout experience. The beautiful countryside surroundings, the delicious food, and the fantastic staff all played pivotal roles in making our celebration seamless.

We had 100 guests for the ceremony and 200 extra for the reception, so the venue was perfect for this!

Right from our first meeting to the day of the event, the staff at the White Horse Inn were so attentive and meticulous attention to detail. Callum made sure that everything ran like clockwork.

The kitchen deserve a special mention the unreal food (my guests still talk about it). We had a summer wedding and we wanted it casual so opted for a BBQ style buffet, with burgers, cajun chicken, salads etc. They did a special menu just for us and what we needed - they catered to my vegan needs and didn't make me feel like my food was an afterthought.

The gardens were stunning and were the perfect backdrop for the day.

The venue gave us all the room to accommodate our ideas and preferences. They went above and beyond, ensuring that nothing was too much trouble.

We wholeheartedly recommend the White Horse Inn. To the exceptional team that played an integral role in our celebration a huge thank you for contributing to our special day.

Best regards, Mr and Mrs Kurt
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Harriet B. Sent on 25/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The most perfect day

Our wedding day was just the best day! We had an outdoor wedding in the beautiful gardens of the pub, we even got married outside. The food was perfect and the staff were amazing from start to finish, we couldn’t fault a thing. Such a magical day we won’t forget and I want to do it all over again!
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Catherine Sent on 30/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn’t ask for more

A massive thank you to Mike and the team! Our special day was made extra special because of the White Horse Inn. We had a scrumptious 3 courses evening meal with delicious wines and cocktails. Nothing was too much for the staff. I could not recommend this wonderful establishment enough!
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Richard R. Sent on 19/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A perfect location for a country wedding

The White Horse was the perfect location for our wedding. A lovely country pub which provided us with all that we wanted for a small family occasion. The food was of top quality and the nothing was too much trouble with flexibility all the way. Plenty of room for an evening party in the main bar with a band. A great venue for a country wedding which has a lovely garden. A
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White Horse Inn, Abbots Causeway TA9 4LT Mark (Somerset)
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