Parkstead House

A traditional yet modern Grade I listed Georgian Villa. Stunning views of Richmond Park, designed for the 2nd Earl of Bessborough in the early 1760s by Sir William Chambers, a choice of six beautiful rooms for civil ceremonies, domed ceilings, arches and pillars, 250 en-suite bedrooms, state-of-the-art lecture theatres, vast landscaped grounds.

Grade I listed Parkstead House has been beautifully restored to accommodate events. This stunning Georgian villa was designed for the 2nd Earl of Bessborough in the early 1760s by Sir William Chambers, who was also the architect for Somerset House and the Pagoda at Kew Gardens. The Earl commissioned Chambers to design a Palladian style villa to display his antique sculpture collection and entertain guests away from the hustle and bustle of central London.

Parkstead House is situated just off the A306, Roehampton Lane between the A3 and the A205 South Circular (Upper Richmond Road). From Barnes Mainline Station (connects with trains from Clapham Junction, Waterloo, Staines, Windsor or trains coming into Waterloo from the South West). Parkstead House is approximately 20 minutes walk away or a short bus ride on either bus No 72 (towards Roehampton) or bus No 265 (towards Tolworth).

The flexibility of Parkstead House enables couples and wedding planners to tailor their weddings and engagement parties to suit their needs with a wide choice of rooms and acres of outdoor space.

The main House, which is a Grade I listed Georgian Villa, has a suite of five beautifully decorated rooms which are ideal for civil ceremonies and receptions.

Parkstead House is a romantic setting for weddings. They offer a choice of six stunning rooms for civil ceremonies which can hold between 15 to 100 guests. For evening receptions the stunning Manresa Hall is suitable for dinner dances up to 150 guests. For larger numbers there is also the option to have a marquee in the grounds.

Stepping out onto a balcony with stunning views of Richmond Park, you are met with vast grounds suitable for marquees, teambuilding events and BBQs. In addition, the Manresa Hall with majestic domed ceilings, arches and pillars is a unique room which can accommodate receptions, and dinner dances.

There is also a stylish modern bar for a more informal evening receptions and buffets.

Whether you are looking for a traditional or modern venue - Parkstead House really does have it all!

Event Types

Wedding Reception, Civil Partnership Reception.