Marquee Venues in Oxfordshire

Ardington HouseOXFORDSHIRE

Ardington House18th century mansion in grounds, home of Baring family. Own marquee for up to 150 in pictureque gardens by a lake. House can be used for drinks or reception. Civil ceremonies in the house for up to 80, or any number in a temple on an island in the lake. £95/head for marquee, own catering and exclusive use. Or £10000 for exclusive use of venue (including the marquee if wanted) with free choice of suppliers.

Tel: 01235 821 566

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Badgemore ParkOXFORDSHIRE

Badgemore ParkGolf club with own marquee for 60. Can hire larger marquees (30m x 12m) in walled garden for up to 200 seated plus dance floor. Civil ceremonies for 50 in the Gallery Room, or 79 with marquee extension. In-house catering except for genuine special requirements. From £35 for 3 course meal with marquee and venue on top (price varies with marquee).

Tel: 01491 637300

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Blenheim PalaceOXFORDSHIRE

Blenheim PalaceHome to Duke of Marlborough & Sir Winston Churchill's birthplace. Baroque palace dating from early C18th in 2100 acres. Several marquee sites for all sizes of event, including on South Lawn with Palace as backdrop, & attached to the Palace. Prices vary depending on event and site - from £750 to £75000+. Marquee, catering etc in house or your choice (all external suppliers checked). 2 civil ceremony sites (200/220).

Tel: 01993 813874

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The Cherwell Boat HouseOXFORDSHIRE

The Cherwell Boat HouseRestaurant, bar and punt house on the River Cherwell. Relaxed venue with reknowned wine list. Own marquee for hire on terrace overlooking the river for up to 130 seated. £150 for simply furnished marquee with extras (dance floor, banqueting chairs) available. Events can be conbined with punting! Catering from £12.95/head (BBQ) to £30/head.

Tel: 01865 552746

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Cherwell Edge Golf ClubOXFORDSHIRE

Cherwell Edge Golf Club18 hole golf course with permanent marquee from March to Oct for up to 120 seated. Function room and conservatory also available. Only in-house catering. Civil ceremonies for up to 200. £650 for venue and fully furnished marquee. Catering from £10/head for finger buffet.

Tel: 01295 711591

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Cornbury ParkOXFORDSHIRE

Cornbury ParkPrivately owned historic mansion dating from the C17th set in 6500 acres. Several marquee sites for marquees of any size: on front lawn, in park, by lake or in forest clearing. Ground hire fee depends on which site, but starts in medium range for smaller marquees. Free choice of suppliers but can suggest. Field sports events, private landing strip.

Tel: 01608 811276

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Eynsham HallOXFORDSHIRE

Eynsham HallGrade II listed manor in 3,000 acres, now training & conference centre & hotel. 3 marquee sites: on bar/terrace (for 200), in front of the house (650) & at the back overlooking the formal gardens (1000). Ground hire from £2000-£10000. Civil ceremonies for up to 150, 4 large & several small functions rooms in manor house plus accomodation, conference & leisure facilities. Free choice of suppliers. Outside caterers can't use house kitchens.

Tel: 01993 885200

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Friars CourtOXFORDSHIRE

Friars CourtPrivately owned moated C17th house in 4 acres with C19th & C20th additions. Several marquees sites for up to 200. Lots of civil ceremony options, including Gothic front porch & outdoor rose arbour. Marquee site hire £1900 (2009) or £600 for small marquee extension on terrace. Both include use of 2 reception rooms. Free choice of suppliers or venue can recommend. Prides itself on being flexible and friendly.

Tel: 01367 810206

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The GeorgeOXFORDSHIRE

The George15th Century coaching inn, now a hotel set in 2 acres. 3 marquee sites for up to 300 seated. Ground hire £500, marquee, catering (only in-house except for special requirements) on top.

Tel: 01865 340404

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Greys HallOXFORDSHIRE

Greys HallC16th National Trust mansion with 9 acres of historic walled gardens, including medieval ruins. Marquee site for up to 150 on Top Lawn with views of Chiltern foothills. Available when house not open to public (Mon/Tue only in summer). Free choice of suppliers but responsible event management required. Needs generator.

Tel: 01491 628529

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Kingston Bagpuize HouseOXFORDSHIRE

Kingston Bagpuize HousePrivately owned house dating from C17th in grounds with large marquee site on house lawn. Nice hire package from £2400 includes exclusive use, put up & take down days, house loos & house drinks reception/chill out room. Catering & marquee on top (preferred suppliers). Civil ceremonies in entrance hall & drawing room for up to 120 (some standing). Reasonably priced wedding planning if required.

Tel: 01865 820259

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Launton Tythe BarnOXFORDSHIRE

Launton Tythe BarnRestored thatched medieval tythe barn in 1000 acre working farm. Marquees as extension to barn for events up to 400 guests. In-house catering only. Church nearby or licenced for civil ceremonies for up to 200. Exclusive use. Events must end by midnight.

Tel: 01869 321442

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Old Luxters BarnOXFORDSHIRE

Old Luxters BarnGrade II listed C17th barn with secluded garden for marquees, only as add-on to events in barn (up to 100 guests). Marquees typically used for drinks reception, chill-out area etc. Civil ceremonies for up to 100 in barn. In-house catering. Marquee from £800 (low season), venue hire from £800-£3250. Catering on top. Civil ceremonies in the barn. Party till 2.00am for £400 extra/hour.

Tel: 0118 984 5990

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The Old Manor HouseOXFORDSHIRE

The Old Manor HouseGrade II listed C17th manor in parkland, pasture & woodland with marquee site for up to 200. Venue hire is for long weekend & includes house - sleeps 30, from £2900 - & marquee site - £2000. Event barn seats 60. Guest camping facilities on event night. Free choice of suppliers or venue can recommend.

Tel: 01993 836750

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Parmoor HouseOXFORDSHIRE

Parmoor HouseHistoric house with 12 acres of ground with marquee site for up to 200 guests. Exclusive venue use £1500 Mon-Thurs, £2000 Fri-Sat. Indoor dining for 130. Accomodation. Private chapel for blessings. Preferred caterers. Managed by country house wedding-venues.

Tel: 01244 572023

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Poundon HouseOXFORDSHIRE

Poundon HousePrivate house in grounds, early C19th Queen Anne style. Own marquee May-September for up to 250 as part of exclusive use package including ceremony room, 3 receptions rooms & terrace: £5500 up to 120 guests, £6000 for 121-200 (2009). Marquees also an option on terrace as extension to dining room. 4 rooms have civil licence (up to 200). Preferred caterers. Music stops at 11 & events end at midnight.

Tel: 020 7727 5160

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Riverside WeddingsOXFORDSHIRE

Ridge FarmTranquil marquee location in a meadow on the banks of the River Thames, with historic Newbridge as a backdrop. Maximum number of guests 1000. Free choice of suppliers. Ample space for entertainments and guest camping. Generator & loos required. Arrival/departure by boat possible.

Tel: 01865 820229

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Rousham ParkOXFORDSHIRE

Rousham ParkGrade I listed privately-owned grand country house, dating from C17th, in grounds with historic gardens & views across Cherwell Valley. 2 marquee sites, June-Sept, on front & back house lawns for up to 300 for £3500 (2010) ground hire. Exclusive use of grounds. Free choice of suppliers or venue can recommend. Events end at 11.30. Prefers weddings & anniversaries.

Tel: 01869 347665

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Shiplake CollegeOXFORDSHIRE

Shiplake CollegeCountry house, now a school, in 45 acres by the river. Two marquee sites, one overlooking the river, both for up to 300 & only available in school holidays. Ground hire £2000. Civil ceremonies for up to 200 in wood-panelled Great Hall, which is also a function room for up to 110. Preferred caterers, free choice of other suppliers.

Tel: 0118 940 5224

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Temple IslandOXFORDSHIRE

Temple IslandIsland reached by boat downstream of Henley. The Temple, a folly built in Etruscan Style, seats 40. Marquee site on the lawns outside for up to 120. Exclusive hire of island & temple is in medium price range. Marquee, catering on top, preferred suppliers.

Tel: 01491 572153

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Weston Manor HotelOXFORDSHIRE

Weston Manor HotelCountry House hotel in house dating back to 11th century. Two marquee sites for up to 250 or 400 in the grounds. Ground hire £2000 but have to take exclusive use of hotel & 35 bedrooms as well. Civil ceremonies for up to 90 in Baronial Hall or less in 2 other rooms. Only in-house catering, from £45/head for 3 courses.

Tel: 01869 350621

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Yarnton ManorOXFORDSHIRE

Yarnton ManorRestored Jacobean manor house with lovely gardens, now study centre. Marquee site for up to 200 on the back lawn, hire cost of £2750 includes marquee site, room in house & power & water. Free choice of suppliers. No corkage.

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