Cornwell Manor

Cornwell Manor

Location, Near Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire and the Gloucestershire border
Setting, Private 2,000-acre Cotswold estate
Style, Classical Georgian manor house
Ceremony, Ballroom up to 100, gardens, weather permitting, on-site church up to 80
Reception, Marquee required, up to 300 guests
Accommodation, 12 bedrooms, sleeps 24
Pool, Outdoor heated pool
Gardens, Lake views, croquet lawn, terraces, Italianate fountain
Licence, Until 1 am
Hire, Exclusive three-night stay, Thursday noon to Sunday 5 pm
Budget Guide, From £120,000 minimum
Airport, approximately 1.5 hours from Heathrow

Beyond the formal terraces and sculpted lawns, Cornwell Manor reveals one of its most joyful features, an outdoor heated swimming pool set within the gardens. Framed by greenery and open sky, it adds a relaxed, almost Riviera-like energy to an otherwise classical English estate.

The pool becomes particularly special on the Sunday of the three-night stay. After the formality of the wedding day, guests can gather poolside for a laid-back brunch or afternoon swim, turning the final day into a celebration in its own right. Linen shirts replace black ties, music drifts softly across the lawn, and the atmosphere shifts from grand to effortlessly sociable.

For destination weddings, this detail matters. It extends the experience beyond ceremony and reception, giving guests space to unwind and connect before departure, all within the privacy of a 2,000-acre Cotswold estate.

Swimming Pool Overview

Type: Outdoor heated pool
Setting, within the private gardens
Use, Ideal for Sunday brunches and post-wedding gatherings
Access, Exclusive to the wedding party during the three-night stay

Cornwell Manor offers the rare balance of intimacy and grandeur, allowing couples to host a deeply personal wedding weekend while welcoming a significant guest list in spectacular style. The Georgian house feels refined and private, yet the surrounding estate opens up beautifully for larger celebrations beneath canvas and sky.

Ceremonies unfold with quiet elegance in the Ballroom, where up to 100 guests can be seated beneath classical proportions and soft natural light. For those drawn to tradition, the on-site church welcomes up to 80 guests, offering a seamless transition from vows to reception within the estate grounds. Garden ceremonies are also possible, weather permitting, framed by lake views, terraces and sweeping lawns.

Receptions take place within a marquee, provided through one of the manor’s preferred suppliers, with capacity for up to 300 guests. It is here that the scale expands, long tables, candlelight and dancing beneath draped ceilings, all set against the backdrop of 2,000 acres of Cotswold countryside.

For the wedding party, the manor sleeps up to 24 guests across 12 bedrooms, allowing your closest circle to remain at the heart of the celebration from Thursday through to Sunday afternoon.

Capacity Overview

Ceremony, Ballroom up to 100 seated guests
Ceremony, on-site church, up to 80 guests
Ceremony, Gardens, weather permitting
Reception, Marquee required, up to 300 guests
Accommodation, 12 bedrooms sleeping up to 24 guests

Cornwell Manor sits confidently within the luxury wedding category, offering exclusive three-night hire of a 2,000-acre private estate in the Cotswolds. Rather than a fixed package, the celebration is entirely bespoke, shaped around your vision and delivered in partnership with trusted suppliers and a professional wedding planner.

The hire period runs from Thursday at noon until Sunday at 5 pm, allowing time for welcome dinners, rehearsal moments, the wedding day itself and a relaxed Sunday gathering by the pool or on the lawns. This extended access transforms the occasion into a destination weekend, giving couples and their guests space to fully immerse themselves in the experience.

A suggested minimum overall wedding budget is from £120,000, reflecting the scale, exclusivity and level of production typically associated with events at Cornwell Manor. The hire fee itself remains consistent throughout the year, offering clarity and predictability in planning. The only exceptions are Christmas and Easter, when the property is not available for weddings.

Pricing Overview

Suggested Minimum Budget, From £120,000
Hire Structure, Exclusive three-night stay, Thursday noon to Sunday 5 pm
Seasonal Variation, Same rate year-round
Availability: Not available at Christmas or Easter
Catering must be selected from the preferred caterer list
Marquee, required through approved suppliers
Planner, Professional wedding planner required

Dining at Cornwell Manor is designed to feel like a private country house celebration rather than a standard venue service. There is no in-house catering team, which gives couples the freedom to curate a menu that reflects their style, culture and guest experience, while still working within a trusted framework.

All catering must be selected from Cornwell Manor’s preferred list of experienced caterers. These suppliers understand the scale of marquee weddings, the logistics of working within a private estate, and the level of refinement expected at this address. From elegant multi-course plated dinners to generous sharing feasts or refined modern British tasting menus, the approach is bespoke and production-led.

The estate lends itself beautifully to layered dining moments across the three-night stay. A relaxed welcome supper on Thursday evening, perhaps served family style in the house or within a smaller marquee. A rehearsal dinner with candlelight and curated wines. On the wedding day, a statement reception beneath canvas, with champagne on the lawns and a beautifully orchestrated dinner service. Sunday can be transformed into a recovery brunch or poolside lunch, extending the hospitality and allowing guests to linger.

Dining Overview

Catering, selected from Cornwell Manor’s preferred caterer list
Style, Fully bespoke menus tailored to each celebration
Service Format, Plated, sharing style, tasting menus or luxury banqueting
Setting, Marquee dining with garden and lake views
Weekend Experience, Opportunity for multiple dining events across three nights

Cornwell Manor is available for exclusive wedding hire throughout the year, offering couples the rare privilege of uninterrupted access to a private 2,000-acre Cotswold estate. Each celebration is structured as a three-night stay, from Thursday at noon until Sunday at 5 pm, allowing time for a full destination wedding experience rather than a single-day event.

The estate does not operate on a seasonal pricing model, and the hire structure remains consistent across the calendar. This clarity allows couples to select their preferred season based purely on aesthetic and guest experience, whether that means spring blossom in the gardens, high summer marquee celebrations, or golden autumn light across the lake.

Cornwell Manor is not available at Christmas or Easter. All other weekends across the year are considered for exclusive hire, subject to availability, and early booking is recommended due to the limited number of wedding dates offered annually.

Availability Overview

Hire Format, Exclusive three-night stay, Thursday noon to Sunday 5 pm
Seasonal Access, Available year-round
Blackout Periods, Not available at Christmas or Easter
Booking Advice, Limited dates each year, early enquiry recommended

Staying at Cornwell Manor feels like being welcomed into a refined English country house, where every room carries a sense of history, comfort and quiet elegance. The Georgian proportions create light-filled bedrooms with generous windows overlooking gardens, lawns and open countryside, offering a serene backdrop to a wedding weekend.

The manor accommodates up to 24 guests across 12 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms within the main house. Each room is individually styled, balancing classical detailing with warmth and comfort. Think soft fabrics, antique furnishings, calm colour palettes and views that stretch across the estate. It is intimate rather than hotel-like, designed for family and closest friends to gather under one roof.

The layout allows for beautifully staged bridal preparations, with space for hair and makeup teams, champagne toasts and those unrepeatable pre-ceremony moments. Over the course of the three-night stay, the house becomes the heart of the celebration, from Thursday evening welcomes to Sunday morning farewells.

Room Overview

Accommodation, 12 bedrooms
Sleeps up to 24 guests
Bathrooms, 9
Style, Classical Georgian country house
Use, Exclusive access for the wedding party throughout the three-night stay

1. What time is the wedding licence until?
The wedding licence allows celebrations to continue until 1 am.

2. Can we bring dogs?
Dogs are welcome at the ceremony, provided they are accompanied by a professional pet chaperone. However, they are not permitted to stay overnight in the house.

3. Do you offer one or two-night stays, or day hire?
No. Cornwell Manor is exclusively available for a three-night stay only, from Thursday at noon until Sunday at 5 pm.

4. Does the price change throughout the year?
No. The hire fee remains the same for every weekend of the year, except Christmas and Easter, when the property is not available.

5. Can we bring our own caterers?
No. Catering must be selected from Cornwell Manor’s trusted list of preferred caterers, as outlined on their website.

6. How many guests can the house accommodate overnight?
The manor sleeps up to 24 guests across 12 bedrooms within the main house.

7. What is the maximum capacity for weddings?
Ceremonies in the Ballroom accommodate up to 100 seated guests. The on-site church seats up to 80. Marquee receptions can host up to 300 guests.

8. Is a wedding planner required?
Yes. A professional wedding planner is required to coordinate your celebration and ensure a seamless experience at the estate.

9. Are outdoor ceremonies possible?
Yes. Civil ceremonies can take place in the gardens, weather permitting, offering lake views and a beautiful Cotswold backdrop.

10. Is there flexibility with marquee suppliers?
Marquees must be hired through one of Cornwell Manor’s preferred suppliers to ensure quality, safety and suitability for the estate.