Wedding Venue in Norfolk
Fall in Love with Hockwold Hall
The Marquee
The Grand Marquee is the ultimate blank canvas, ready to bring all your wedding visions to life. With its elegant wooden flooring, twinkling fairy lights, and grand chandeliers, the atmosphere is both enchanting and sophisticated. The marquee features a fully stocked bar to cater to all tastes, and a light-up dance floor that invites guests to celebrate in style. Our built-in sound system, lighting, and special effects ensure that every moment of your event is accompanied by the perfect ambiance, making it a truly magical setting for your special day.
Capacity: 280 Seated / 400 Standing
Dancefloor
Our dance floor is a showstopper, hidden behind curtains during your wedding breakfast, the dramatic reveal leaves guests amazed. The curtains unveil a vibrant, light-up dance floor complete with customizable settings, a dazzling disco ball, dynamic lighting effects, and a powerful built-in sound system. The small stage behind the dance floor is ready for your DJ or live band, with a secret entrance ensuring a seamless transition to the dance party that will leave your guests in awe.
Outdoor Ceremony Area
Here at Hockwold Hall we have three ceremony areas for you to choose from. Our most popular amongst couples is our gorgeous outdoor ceremony area.
This ceremony area offers an enchanting setting surrounded by natural beauty, perfect for a romantic and memorable ceremony. Nestled within our lush gardens, this space provides a picturesque backdrop for exchanging vows under the open sky, with the gentle rustling of leaves and vibrant blooms adding to the magic of the moment. With ample seating for your guests and a serene atmosphere, our outdoor area ensures your special day is as beautiful as it is unforgettable.
Capacity: 180 Guests
Ceremony Room
Our charming indoor ceremony room has an inviting atmosphere, ideal for a cozy, heartfelt celebration. With large windows surrounding the room, natural light streams in beautifully, illuminating the space and creating a bright and uplifting ambiance, even in the heart of winter. The indoor ceremony room seamlessly matches the historic charm and timeless elegance of the rest of Hockwold Hall, enveloping guests in an ambiance that reflects the grandeur and character of the entire estate.
Capacity of ceremony room: 90 Guests
The Gardens & Estate
Hockwold Hall is set amidst 50 acres of picturesque parkland, including 5 acres of stunning walled gardens. The estate provides an ideal backdrop for your wedding photos, offering both natural beauty and versatile spaces. Encourage your guests to explore the grounds and even visit our charming petting zoo, where they can interact with our furry friends, adding a delightful and unique experience to your special day.
Large Dining Room
Our charming dining room is also the perfect space to host your welcome drinks and canapes on a slightly cooler day.
Capacity: 100-150 Standing (dining room and lounge combined)
Planning a small and intimate wedding? We have just the setting for you! Enjoy an exquisite dining experience in our warm and inviting dining room, complete with a grand fireplace, stone floors, and beautiful hardwood-paneled walls and archway accents. This charming space, filled with historic character, can comfortably seat up to 30 guests, offering an elegant and cozy atmosphere perfect for your special day.
Capacity: 30 Guests Seated
Spacious Lounge
Our grand lounge, much like the dining room, is the perfect setting for you and your guests to share drinks and canapes on a cooler day. With our self-playing piano creating a delightful ambiance, this space also offers the perfect retreat for guests to relax and unwind when the disco gets too much.
Capacity: 100-150 Standing (dining room and lounge combined)
Accommodation
Booking a wedding with us means you have exclusive hire of Hockwold Hall included in the rental fee, this includes use of our regal bedrooms for you and your guests. With a range of double/family rooms available there is a room perfect for all guests.
Capacity: 26 guests (additional onsite accommodation also available)
Games Room
There’s nothing quite like a bit of friendly competition to bring both sides of the newly united family together. Equipped with a pool table, table tennis, and a selection of board games, it’s an ideal space for everyone to have fun and create lasting memories.
Capacity: 10-20 Guests
Bridal Preparation Studio
The newly renovated bridal prep studio is ideal for the bridal party to glam up before the big day! With access from 8 am, our preparation space includes a kitchen area, dressing tables, mirrors, and excellent lighting – making it the perfect spot for makeup artists and hair stylists to work their magic while the bridal party enjoys a fun and relaxed atmosphere as they get ready.
Capacity: 8-10 Guests
Cellar Bar
Our cellar bar is the perfect after-party location. Stocked with your own selection of drinks and our bluetooth sound system, it provides the perfect opportunity to keep the celebration alive after the main bar closes and the DJ or band has wrapped up.
Capacity: 40 Guests
The Hockwold Inn
The Hockwold Inn, recently renovated with a modern and temporary flair, is conveniently located less than 100M from Hockwold Hall on the Main road into Hockwold. With eight en-suite bedrooms the inn can sleep 20 guests. The Inn features a spacious living area, a large dining area, a fully self-catering kitchen, a hot tub, BBQ, and outdoor seating – creating the perfect setting for relaxing the night before your wedding or for guests to stay over after the festivities.
Capacity: 20 Guests
St Peters Cottage
A beautifully renovated 2 bedroom holiday cottage located within 100m of Hockwold Hall. St Peter’s Cottage provides a most spacious and comfortable accommodation set within the beautifully picturesque Norfolk backdrop. The cottage comprises of 2 double en suite bedrooms, a large lounge with a double sofa bed to accommodate a further 2 people, a modern fitted kitchen and a bathroom. Each bedroom has independent access to the outdoor terrace, and lockable interior doors provide additional privacy for shared renting.
Capacity: 6 Guests
PRICING BROCHURE
Book a viewing and enjoy a private tour with one of our experienced event coordinators. This is your opportunity to go over pricing options and available dates, as well as get answers to any questions you may have.
If you have questions about what our rental includes.
Hockwold Hall is a stunning Grade II listed manor, serving as an event and wedding venue in Norfolk, conveniently located near the Suffolk and Cambridgeshire borders, and just 30 miles from Cambridge centre. Steeped in history and natural beauty, this estate was once home to Prince Victor Duleep Singh, the godson of Queen Victoria.
With its central location, Hockwold Hall is ideal for couples in Norfolk, Suffolk, and Cambridgeshire looking for a nearby wedding venue. Whatever you envision for your special day, Hockwold Hall offers a variety of flexible options to suit both style and budget.
Tucked away in a serene Breckland village, the estate features majestic ornamental gardens that provide a breathtaking backdrop, perfect for capturing unforgettable moments. If you’re searching for a “wedding venue near me,” Hockwold Hall is the perfect choice, offering timeless charm and a convenient location. Book now to make your special day truly extraordinary.