Wrest Park House & Gardens

Set amongst 92 acres of magnificent formal gardens inspired by the gardens of Versailles, Wrest Park is a striking venue for wedding receptions, corporate functions and evening entertainment. Very soon it will be licensed to host Civil Wedding and Civil Partnership ceremonies.

The Wrest Park estate was home to the de Grey family from the 13th Century until 1917. The present Manor House was completed in 1834 and designed by Thomas Earl de Grey, an enthusiast for 18th-century French architecture.

Open spaces and sheltered woodland are complemented by reflective expanses of water and ornate garden buildings, such as the 19th century Orangery, the Bowling Green House and Archer’s Pavilion.

Following extensive refurbishment, Wrest Park House is the latest English Heritage property available to hire from August 2008.

An imposing entrance hall leads to five interconnecting rooms in the main Mansion House which make the most of the views and boast painted ceilings, gilding and rich furnishings. Wedding receptions can be held for up to 100 people in the Mansion House. An Orangery set away from the house, may also be used for wedding receptions for up to 170 people in the summer months. The extensive formal garden - one of the finest in the country - can be used as a magical setting for marquee wedding receptions for up to 2000 people.

Event Types

Wedding Ceremony, Civil Partnership Ceremony, Wedding Reception.