REVIEWS 

“Hedingham Castle is the perfect place to get married, especially if you like very old things! We are very old things 😂 but we wanted a spectacular day for our close family and friends. The castle keep, steeped in a thousand year old history, was the perfect backdrop for our wedding day. Candles placed in the alcoves gently flickered in the low Autumn light, adding to the ambience. Every one of our guests said it was the best wedding they have ever been to. You get a workout with all the stairs, but think of the history and who may have descended those over the past millenium. The dining hall looked like a film set. In terms of the help we had, the run up was well organised - the team headed up by Sarah Pether was second to none, with people on hand during the entire day to ensure everything went as it was supposed to. We cannot recommend this historic monument for a wedding, highly enough. We held our whole day in the keep, for us this was perfect. Five stars are well deserved for all the help we got to ensure our day went so well. It was magical.”
- Lynn & Mark, November 2024

“We celebrated our mid week wedding at Hedingham castle, and I don’t think words can do justice to how beautiful and perfect this venue is. Not only that the team at Hedingham are absolutely amazing, the day ran perfectly and I didn’t have to worry about timings or where people should be and when as they had it all under control at every moment.
From booking our day with hedingham to the days following the communication with the team has been perfect. They made sure I didn’t have to worry about anything and helped with anything they could. Our planning meetings were extremely helpful and didn’t feel rushed even with all my anxious questions! I cannot recommend highly enough.
Thank you thank you thank you!! 🖤”
- Jess & Dean, October 2024

“Hedingham Castle was the most beautiful and unique wedding venue. I fell in love with it as soon as we visited. The castle itself and the grounds are stunning. Our ceremony was lit by candles and it was just beautiful. We had our whole day in the castle. The food was incredible and the service was fantastic. We have had so many compliments on the venue from our guests and we had the perfect day. The staff are brilliant, and Sarah Pether at the castle was just fantastic from day one and so responsive. Nothing was too much of an ask and she was incredibly helpful. She always did her best to make everything we wanted happen! I am so pleased we decided to have our wedding here. An unforgettable day that was unique with a gothic vibe. Thank you so much for the best day. It was exactly what we wanted.”
- Natasha & Danny, September 2024

“I can hardly begin to describe how extraordinary the entire day was. Let’s start with the castle—it is absolutely unreal. Everywhere you look, it makes you go "wow" repeatedly. The stunning architecture and the grounds, kept in immaculate condition, provide a breathtaking backdrop that adds to the fairytale atmosphere. From the moment we first visited for the viewing, it was clear that Hedingham Castle is managed with the utmost professionalism. Sarah and her team provided world-class service, making us feel completely at ease. She patiently answered all my questions, no matter how trivial or repetitive they might have seemed, and her insightful advice was invaluable.
We are incredibly grateful for her support and for the exceptional care she and her team provided.

The planning process went absolutely smoothly—everything was taken care of, leaving me to only worry about sunny afternoon on the big day. The entire team operated like a well-oiled machine, ensuring that every detail was flawless. There was nothing, absolutely nothing, we could fault; it was almost too perfect! Our guests were in awe of the venue and couldn’t stop complimenting how seamlessly everything came together. We wouldn’t change a single thing about our wedding day; it was so magical that we wish we could do it all over again.

I highly recommend Hedingham Castle to anyone searching for a venue. The entire experience was exceptional, free from the typical pitfalls of wedding planning. If you want a flawless, stress-free celebration in a breathtaking setting, this is the place. Our day was truly unforgettable, and we are forever grateful for the memories created at this extraordinary venue.”

- Patrycja & Graham, July 2024

“Thank you for hosting the best day of our lives. Every part of the process has been so enjoyable. Your attention to detail, care and attentiveness has been amazing. Everything was so incredibly well organised and the running of the day was absolutely flawless. We could not have wished for a more incredible venue or team.”

- Emily & Simon, June 2024

“The Castle and its grounds are absolutely stunning and couldn’t have been better for our Wedding day. All of our wedding guests were blown away by the grounds, the staff and the day as a whole - it was absolutely perfect and couldn’t have gone any better. The staff from start to finish could not have been more helpful, they provided all information up front and were always quick to respond to any questions and queries we had.
We had the most beautiful day which ran so smoothly from start to finish with thanks to the whole team at Hedingham. I would recommend Hedingham Castle as Wedding venue to anyone, it was an absolute dream!!”
- Katie & Ben, June 2024

“Thank you for the most fabulous wedding weekend! We could not have imagined anything more perfect. The entire staff and all services were over the top incredible. We are both speechless. Our guests could not give better praise to the venue and staff. I feel like we are now family! Thank you again for the most amazing, perfect, genuinely beautiful and stress free wedding weekend.”

- Jamie & Matt, June 2024

“It is possibly the most romantic setting you could wish for. The Royal Chamber can be hired for the wedding night, which is honestly the most perfectly romantic room. The staff were professional, attentive, and never intrusive, and I don't think they could have done any more to make our day absolutely perfect. When you consider the cost, balanced against the facilities, the service, and the setting, it's a very well priced option.”
- Tracey & Richard, May 2024

“It was the most amazing day! From the moment we enquired about a wedding, the staff were helpful and attentive. They had everything planned out perfectly and were able to answer any questions or queries quickly. The whole process was made so simple and effortless by the whole team. We had a small elopement and couldn't have asked for a more magical and intimate venue. It was simply perfect. Added bonus that we stayed in the Royal Chamber overnight as well, which was a fantastic experience. Thank you to all the team at Hedingham Castle for making our day everything we dreamed of.”
- Georgina & James, April 2024

“It's difficult to find the words to describe this venue, because it is so utterly gorgeous and full of history. We had our entire wedding in the castle itself, and so many of our guests have said it was the nicest wedding they've ever been to!
The entire team are amazing, from answering all our questions (no matter how big or small) to making sure I was eating in the morning during all the bridal prep. They are a well oiled machine, we didn't have to worry about a thing on the day and we will never be able to thank them enough for all that they did.”
- Becky & Chris, February 2024

“We honestly couldn't thank Jackie and the team enough. From the planning process, no question was silly and it was such a supportive process. We planned the whole wedding from our home in Dubai, so Sarah, Amanda and the team accommodated us by zooming at strange times due to the time difference. On the day, Jackie was our wedding coordinator and she was just fabulous. She completely got us as a couple and made decisions that we didn't even know would be possible (in the best way). Everyone was in awe at how beautiful the venue is and how the wedding just went so well without a hitch. We will always be so grateful to you all.”
- Sarah & Alfie, December 2023

“My husband and I recently had our wedding at Hedingham and from start to finish, every person we spoke to were wonderful. The wedding showcase was so informative, the planning process was seamless, with a dedicated team to answer our questions and guide us through each step. Even though by the time of the wedding we had visited a number of times, we were still in awe with how beautiful the castle looked. I have had so many guests compliment the venue and staff, with quite a few saying it was the best wedding they’ve been to (and that was purely because of the castle and how the entire wedding was organised!). Every single staff member made so much effort with not just the larger details, but with the smaller ones as well (making me a cuppa, the bar staff learning our names etc). I highly recommend Hedingham as a wedding venue, and I really hope I get to go back as a wedding guest one day (which seems likely from what some of my guests have said). Thank you so much to all those at Hedingham!”
- Ashley & Liam, November 2023

“Planning our fairytale wedding at Hedingham Castle was an absolute dream come true, and this was largely due to the extraordinary efforts of the dedicated wedding coordinators and staff. From the very first consultation, they displayed an exceptional level of professionalism, expertise, and genuine care, ensuring that every aspect of our celebration was flawlessly executed. Their meticulous attention to detail, from the intricacies of the décor to the seamless orchestration of the event, truly exceeded our expectations. A great feature of this venue is that everything happens within the grounds. The ceremony took place in the beautiful gothic style castle and the reception was in the amazing garden space and Manor House, and the dinner and party in the gorgeous marquee. Another great point about the venue is that it’s beautiful enough that very little décor and styling was required. We were also able to stay the night before to ensure we were close by and able to access venue for preparations. The venue has a sizeable cottage that was big enough for most of our close relatives, and there is even a smaller cottage perfect for bridal party to get ready. The local pubs are also a must, and made for a great night cap with family and friends the night before. The tireless efforts of the staff on our wedding day were nothing short of remarkable. Their warm, attentive, and personalized service made us and our guests feel like royalty. The staff flawlessly catered to every need, the food was incredible and the team ensured that everything flowed effortlessly. (Huge shout out to Jackie and Corol, who were the unsung heroes of the day!) Our heartfelt gratitude goes to the entire team for making our wedding day an unforgettable, picture-perfect experience. We couldn't have asked for a more idyllic setting or a more dedicated team to help us begin our happily ever after.”
- Amanda & Arif, October 2023

“Hedingham Castle was the most perfect venue for our Autumn wedding. It was exactly what we were looking for, and the staff were absolutely incredible from the very first time we went to view right up until our wedding day (and even after!) everyone we worked with was so attentive, helpful and excited. On the day everything ran so smoothly thanks to them and we didn’t have to do anything ourselves, their organisation and communication was part of what made the day so special and we can’t thank them enough! We wish we could do it all over again!”
- Chloe & Layla, October 2023

“We had our wedding recently here and when I tell you that once you see this venue for the first time you will fall in love I mean it! We looked at a couple after Hedingham and no where compared. Sarah, Jenny and all the team at Hedingham made the planning so easy by communicating with us constantly, booking in planning meetings, being extremely flexible to what we wanted and so much more! From the minute we arrived at the venue to the morning we left we felt at ease and it was just the best day ever there! The castle is the perfect setting and the marquee after for the reception is stunning…not the mention the beautiful keep of the castle we got to stay in on the night of our wedding! Thank you so much to all for making our day so special! If you are going to get married anywhere, make sure it’s here!”
- Katy & Adam, October 2023

“We recently had our wedding at Hedingham castle, from our first viewing to our wedding day we was kept in touch with, was always available on telephone or email with fast replies, answered many questions we had. Kind thoughtful and offered advice if and when needed, the day of the wedding ran smoothly with lots of communication between everyone.
Thank you for helping us have the most magical wedding day. It was all we could of wished for and more.”
- Ashlee & Mark, August 2023

“Just had the most magical castle wedding!
Every corner you turn you discover something more and more beautiful. The onsite staff have been friendly, helpful and professional from the day we viewed the venue to the big day itself. There was never a dull moment with the kids (and adults) running around playing on the lawns, the ceremony inside the castle is something dreams are made of. The flow of the day was amazing. Can't fault anything!”
- Chloe & Conor, July 2023

“We had the most perfect day, everything went amazingly. Everyone at Hedingham was amazing and honestly the day was seamless, we really wish we could do it all again. The venue is and was stunning, it was simply beautiful. The guests loved it, the food was impeccable and we had the best time.
Thank you to the whole team, especially Nicki and Joe on the day and Amanda and Sarah for the meetings and lead up organisation. We would love to come back for our 1st anniversary and stay in The Royal Chamber again.
Thank you once again for making our day so special.”
- Zahra & Anton, July 2023

“The most beautiful venue in Essex!!
We got married here in July 2023 and had the most amazing day of our lives. We fell in love with the venue when we first visited back in January 2022 and each time we visited on the lead up to our wedding day, it just got better and better. The staff at Hedingham are amazing and made our wedding day run so effortlessly and smoothly as well as helping us in the lead up to our wedding make sure the day would be exactly how we expected it (and better!). They were there at all times when we needed advice, fancied a visit, had a million and one questions - whatever it was, they never failed to help us out. Our guests are still talking about how gorgeous the venue was! We couldn't recommend this venue enough. We wish we could get married all over again. We'd choose Hedingham every time!
Thank you for giving us the best day of our lives!”
- Bianca & Billy, July 2023

“We couldn't have asked for a better experience. Our day ran so smoothly and the team there are unbelievable at what they do. We also got to stay in the Royal Chamber in the top of the castle which was a lovely experience. The communication all the way up until the day was spot on and made me feel at ease knowing that everything was taken care of. We really could relax and enjoy the day without any worries. Sarah was outstanding and always went above and beyond to put my mind at ease and Nikki our co-ordinator on the day was exceptional. From the moment we saw the castle we knew it was the venue for us and I would 100% recommend this venue to anyone!
Thank you to everyone at Hedingham Castle!”
- Zoe & Karl, June 2023

“Hedingham Castle is incredible! But the staff made it even more special, the day was well organised and ran smoothly, I didn't have to think about anything other than enjoying our special day! The communication was amazing and I never felt like I was asking stupid questions! We also stayed in the royal chamber, the bed was comfortable and everything in the room has been well thought-out and in keeping with the castle. The breakfast was delicious especially the cinnamon buns! Thank you Hedingham Castle we really appreciate you and everything you done for us on our special day!!!!”
- Zoie & Shane, June 2023

“After our viewing, we were in total agreement that our wedding had to be at Hedingham, no other venues came close to topping it! We had total access across the whole site - such a unique venue that offers so much variety. The whole day ran seamlessly because of the team - so flexible in accommodating all our ideas, nothing was too much trouble. We really appreciated their knowledge & insight for what would work well and what might not. Such a memorable and special day, we couldn't be happier.”
- Jessica & Matthew, May 2023

“A magical venue. We visited Hedingham Castle on a date many years previously and fell in love with the venue that day, so that when we did get engaged it was always going to be a Castle wedding and here. Sarah, Amanda, Jenny and the team at Hedingham Castle were wonderful from day one and we were able to rely on their experience and expertise throughout the planning process - particularly as I had lots of things I wanted to do on the day that I'm sure any other venue would not have accommodated and worked with us to make happen. We chose to have the (legal and pagan) ceremony and celebration all in the Castle Keep and entertainment in the grounds (despite the snow)!
We had the lovely Nicki as our Wedding Co-Ordinator on the day and she was fantastic in making sure everything worked seamlessly and even had food put aside for us when we missed out during the drinks reception as we were having photographs taken! We were then looked after by Joe in the evening, who was very attentive and made sure that we were comfortable for our sleepover in the Royal Chamber - a once in a lifetime experience in itself to have the privilege to sleep in a 900 year old Castle. We cannot thank the Castle and the team enough for the memories you helped create that day.”
- Michelle & Robert, March 2023

“Thank you to the whole team for making our special day the dream we hoped it would be and for going the extra mile in every aspect. We had a truly amazing day, one that we will treasure together going forwards in our lives. The venue is truly spectacular but it really is the staff that make it extra special. Thank you sooo much.”
- Jodi & Rob, December 2022

“Thank you so much for providing us with such an incredible venue to celebrate our 3-day wedding weekend! Sarah, you were an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish and we are so grateful for all your help and support during our planning, and to Sally for being a great support on the day. We had the most amazing weekend celebrating with our family and friends, and are so thankful for the part you played in that.”
- Joanne & Ash, October 2022

“We had our wedding here a few weeks ago and I cannot recommend enough for a wedding venue. It is stunning and the staff were all amazing and so organised, made a very nervous bride feel very at ease.”
- Sarah & Jack, October 2022

“We had our wedding here early September, and I already want to do it all over again! We loved every second! The ceremony took place in the keep, we took full advantage of the beautiful grounds, held our drinks reception in the stunning house and gardens, followed by a the wedding breakfast and reception in the marquee. We really loved the fact that everyone was together here, the bar, toilets and even the surprise dancefloor were all in the same space, no loosing people throughout the night. The disco was absolutely what we were looking for, Jethro took our choices and made an event of it, we danced throughout the night! From first viewing and falling in love with the venue, every member of staff has been amazing! Jenny, Sarah and Sally planned the day to our every whim. Every detail was considered and discussed, nothing was an issue and we were kept up to date. The wedding day was phenomenal, we took advantage of the accommodation, most of the bridal party were based there, while mum and my bridesmaids were looked after by Maddie in the Bridal cottage. A beautiful blue Rolls Royce then took us up to the Castle. Fantastic scenery making for some wonderful pictures. The day was so relaxed and calm, everyone loved the venue, we're still getting compliments!”
- Sam & Steve, September 2022

“We had our wedding at Hedingham Castle in August 2022 and it was absolutely amazing. Everything was perfect - the venue itself, the planning, detail and care Sarah and the team put in leading up to the wedding, the food and the staff on the day. I honestly cannot thank everyone at Hedingham enough for making our day so special.”
- Natalie & George, August 2022

“Our fairy tale venue!! We simply had the most wonderful, wonderful day! I couldn’t have asked for a better service or more from the team that helped us. Sarah was a rock and nothing was too much trouble from day one even through my million emails and questions. Jackie made our day run so smoothly and was often seen just out of sight running and organising everything to a T. Jenny really made the morning getting ready delightful, she made teas and got Prosecco’s and even sewed up a last minute hole in a bridesmaids dress seam! It really was a fairy tale dream come true and a day we will remember with thanks for all of our lives. Jenny’s husband Bob also helped all of the guests and made them feel welcome as did all of the staff from the moment everyone arrived. Hedingham castle is exquisitely grand but the warmth of the team and the feel of the place felt so homely and intimate. We knew the day was going to be good but it was better then what we could have ever hoped for. A big thank you to the lovely Demetra and the Lindsay family for creating such a wonderful venue and for being so kind and welcoming to us, from start to finish there aren’t enough gold stars for you all and you deserve every hard earned award you get - we feel privileged to be part of the history of the castle. We will miss you all and next time we get married we will definitely be back hahah! Lots of love always”
- Josie & Sherife, August 2022

“Wow wow wow, what can I say - we had the absolute best day! Our wedding had been postponed from 2020 and we finally went ahead in 2022. Hedingham Castle could not have been a more perfect venue - in fact we’ve had a few of our guests say it was the best wedding venue they’ve ever been to, which was lovely to hear. We really liked how the day flowed from the castle (which in itself is spectacular for a ceremony), beautiful gardens for the drinks reception followed by a marquee reception, so guests are constantly surprised by the next place! The staff at Hedingham could not have been more fantastic from helping us plan, to helping us get ready in the morning and also making sure the day flowed smoothly. We are so so thrilled that we picked Hedingham and would recommend them to anyone as the perfect place to have a wedding!”
- Emma & Sam, August 2022

“What can I say that will actually do Hedingham justice? From the beginning we fell head over heels in love with this stunning venue but not only the venue the incredible staff. We met Sarah from our first visit at Hedingham and I can honestly say I don’t know what we would have done without her. Through the whole pandemic Sarah, & Hedingham generally, were fantastic. Supportive of date changes and our crying phones calls to them, they became like a family to us over 3 and a half years of planning our day and we genuinely now miss them so much. On the day of our wedding, which was the best day of our lives, everyone was truly incredible. Jackie our co-ordinator was amazing!!! AMAZING!! She made us relax and truly enjoy what was the most magical day. We wish we could thank personally every single person who was there on our day. So Hedingham team, thank you, thank you for everything you did during the pandemic, thank you for looking after us and most importantly thank you for getting us married ❤️ We wish we could do it all over again! See you in 10 years to renew our vows”
- Grace & Oli, July 2022

“Absolutely incredible wedding venue! From the moment we booked right up until the end of our wedding day, the staff were just amazing - always there to answer any questions along the way (no matter how silly they were!). Since our wedding, our family and friends have all echoed how amazing the staff at Hedingham Castle were on the day - it’s so nice to hear it wasn’t just us with this option. Flawless venue - thank you Hedingham Castle for our dream wedding!”
- Louise & Leo, June 2022