Southampton Wedding
Southampton is a large city and port on the south coast of England. It manages to combine the vibrancy of a lively city centre with beautiful countryside and seascapes. For example, nearby are the Isle of Wight and the New Forest. It is sometimes best known overseas as the departure point for the doomed voyage of the Titanic, and it is still home to many cruise ships. Its strategic importance meant that it was badly bombed during the war, so little of the original city centre remains. This has not put off the many students who come to Southampton for the nightlife and, of course, the quality of the education. Many stay and get married in the city, which has no shortage of good venues surrounding it.
This is part of a large hotel group with lots of things they want to offer you, so they suggest your guests stay on-site then enjoy a relaxing morning at the health club (gym, swimming pool, sauna and steam room etc). They also offer a full service to you through their wedding planners and caterers.
business name: | Leonardo Royal Hotel Southampton Grand Harbour |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "... at Jurys Inn and Leonardo Hotels UK and Ireland, we make sure your special day is stress-free and perfectly tailored to you, so it goes just as you imagined with minimal worry from you. From delicious food and delectable wines to impeccable service and stunning room decor, our dedicated wedding coordinators take care of the details, so you can focus on enjoying your big day." |
website: | www.jurysinns.com/hotels/southampton/leonardo-grand-harbour |
address: | Leonardo Royal Hotel Southampton Grand Harbour, West Quay Road, Southampton SO15 1AG |
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phone: | 0845 3000 165 (general Leonardo Hotels no) or 023 8063 3033 |
This venue was formerly the Wedgewood Ballroom of the South Western Hotel and is now a restaurant, afternoon tea, and events centre. They offer weddings and hold a civil ceremony licence and will help you arrange catering and the other aspects you need. Why not pop in for afternoon tea and check the place out?
business name: | Grand Cafè |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "Let Grand Café help you to design your dream wedding through our individually tailored packages that include a one night complimentary stay for the Bride & Groom at the nearby Ennio's Boutique Hotel with its ten stylish bedrooms." |
website: | www.grand-cafe.co.uk/weddings-and-functions |
address: | Grand Café, South Western House, Southampton SO14 3AS |
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phone: | 023 8033 9303 (general) |
This is apparently the oldest hotel in Southampton at over 500 years old. It is part of the Mercure Hotels chain and can offer all of the usual chain hotel organisation and features. There are some nice locations within the hotel for those wedding photographs and they have catering and other aspects ready to go for you.
business name: | Mercure Southampton Centre Dolphin Hotel |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "Whether you’re planning a Civil Ceremony or Partnership, or a traditional Church Wedding, our hotel, situated in the heart of the city’s Old Town, will be the perfect setting for you. The Grade II Listed Mercure Southampton Centre Dolphin is the oldest hotel in the city, packed full of history, charm and character." |
website: | www.dolphin-southampton.com |
address: | Dolphin Hotel, 34-35 High Street, Southampton SO14 2HN |
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phone: | 023 8038 6460 |
This party boat, whose home berth is Town Quay in Southampton, would certainly be an interesting choice for your wedding venue. They say that they can provide catering on the lower deck for up to 110 guests, who can then dance the night away. They can also pick your party up and drop them off in Portsmouth or elsewhere if needed.
business name: | Solent Party Ship Cruises Ltd |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "The Princess Caroline is the most romantic venue for your wedding. You will feel special & different from all the rest. Imagine the stunning photos taken with the flag blowing gently , the sailing boats in the background in contrast with the warm glow of the sunset." |
website: | www.princesscaroline.net |
address: | Solent Party Ship Cruises Ltd, 82 Chesil Street, Winchester SO23 0HX NB Town Quay is SO14 2AQ (approx) |
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phone: | office 01962 808995 or mobile: 07976 594 663 |
Who doesn't want to be surrounded by beautiful things on their wedding day. That is guaranteed here with rooms that are licensed for civil ceremonies. They say the Gallery has a maximum occupancy of 120 guests but do check with them for other available spaces. They will ensure that you look a pretty picture on your special day.
business name: | Southampton City Art Gallery |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "Imagine saying your vows against the backdrop of the stunning gallery window which floods the space with light. Add to this the beautiful paintings, sculptures and impressive stone features of the gallery and you have a truly unique venue." |
website: | www.southamptoncityartgallery.com |
address: | Southampton City Art Gallery, Commercial Road, Southampton SO14 7LP |
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phone: | 023 8083 4536 |
This is a stylish new hotel with rooms you can use for your wedding with floor-to-ceiling windows that give views over the Solent. They say they can provide for any size of wedding up to 350 guests, slightly fewer if they are dining. They have in-house catering and have many suggested packages to get your ideas flowing.
business name: | Southampton Harbour Hotel & Spa |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "Set on a small, private marina with a striking ’super yacht’ style design, with stunning contemporary interiors throughout, and first-class facilities and the best views in the city, this is Southampton’s stand-out wedding venue. " |
website: | www.harbourhotels.co.uk/southampton/weddings |
address: | Southampton Harbour Hotel & Spa, 5 Maritime Walk, Ocean Village, Southampton SO14 3QT |
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phone: | 0238 110 3456 |
This stylish venue is a Georgian Country House in 12 acres of gardens and woodland, with its own lake, coach house and ice house. They can host civil ceremonies, wedding breakfasts and evening receptions and say they only have one occasion a weekend. They have preferred catering and other partners to help you organise matters.
business name: | Rownhams House |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "We offer post ceremony drinks and photographs in the stunning gardens with the amazing backdrop of the Medieval Coach House. Your wedding continues with a breakfast or high tea in the Grand Library or on the lawn. In the evening your guests up to 150 can retreat to the Coach House ..." |
website: | www.rownhamshouse.com |
address: | Rownhams House, Rownhams, Southampton, Hampshire SO16 8LS |
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phone: | 07973 742245 |
This club puts on an exciting range of events, and your wedding could be one of them. They say that they offer a range of menus from their in-house team, and can cater for all sizes of events, from the intimate up to about 200 people. Why not go to a concert there and check out the location and the vibe!
business name: | The Concorde |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "Here at the Concorde we offer expert and enthusiastic guidance to assist with everything you could wish for to create a day that is as individual, exciting and memorable as you deserve; your magical wedding in a beautiful location, with sophisticated food, complimented by stylish and intimate surroundings." |
website: | www.theconcordeclub.com |
address: | The Concorde, Stoneham Lane, Eastleigh, Hampshire SO50 9HQ |
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phone: | 023 8061 3989 |
This venue has a vineyard that produces white wine, and they personalise the bottles for your special day with the names of the Bride and Groom and the date of the wedding. The wedding ceremony area holds up to 100 seated guests, and there is a full service to provide the catering and other aspects that you need.
business name: | Steeple Court Manor |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "The house as it stands today dates from Elizabethan times although some parts may be as early as 15th Century. The previous owner, Squire Jenkyns' wife was an Austin-Leigh, related to Jane Austin the author who used to stay here from time to time. Although the house is not used for weddings, it provides a splendid backdrop for pictures." |
website: | www.steeplecourtmanor.co.uk |
address: | Steeple Court Manor, Steeple Court, Church Lane, Botley, Southampton SO30 2EQ |
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phone: | 01489 786122 |
This venue is a large and attractive Victorian mansion. They say that they can provide a bespoke wedding reception service, tailored to a customer's individual needs. They suggest that up to eighty guests can be seated for a meal of your choice, with rather more for a buffet, and that their events organisers can provide more information.
business name: | The King’s Court Centre |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "A perfect place for a bespoke wedding reception, with a warm welcome awaiting you inside the impressive entrance hall at King’s Court Centre in Chandler’s Ford, nr Southampton. This is the perfect setting for civil weddings, a champagne reception, served by our dedicated staff, with photo opportunities abound." |
website: | www.kings-court.org.uk |
address: | The King’s Court Centre (via the Hillway), 81 Winchester Road, Chandler’s Ford, Hampshire SO53 2GG |
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phone: | 023 8026 1257 |
This interesting venue has four very different ceremony locations around the vineyard, any one of which would be a pleasant place to take your vows. They are licensed as a wedding venue to hold civil ceremonies, partnerships and blessings and they have a rustic barn for your wedding breakfast and evening reception.
business name: | Three Choirs Vineyards |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "It will be our pleasure to welcome you to Three Choirs Vineyards for your special day. We are situated in the perfect location for weddings, set in the Hampshire countryside between the rolling hills of the Meon Valley and Wickham." |
website: | www.vineyard-weddings.co.uk |
address: | Three Choirs Vineyards, Botley Road, Shedfield, Hampshire SO32 2HL |
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phone: | 01329 834700 |
This hotel is part of the Britannia Hotels chain, and its full title is the Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club so you know you will not be short of space. They say that they have suitable settings for all sizes of celebrations but you need to contact them to get the full picture. Could be a practical solution to your needs.
business name: | Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "Meon Valley Hotel, Golf and Country Club is nestled within 225 acres of glorious Hampshire countryside. Surrounded by a beautiful landscape, the hotel provides the perfect romantic setting for your upcoming nuptials. On your arrival to the hotel you will be greeted by a beautiful tree-lined driveway with fantastic views across the golf course, which will make a perfect entrance for your big day." |
website: | www.britanniahotels.com/hotels/meon-valley-hotel-country-club/weddings |
Meon Valley Hotel, Golf & Country Club, Sandy Lane, Southampton SO32 2HQ | |
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phone: | 01329 836829 |
This is an impressive building with an interesting history which is worth finding out about if you plan to consider this as a venue. They have a variety of attractive rooms and considerable outside space. They are licensed for civil ceremonies with a choice of room styles. It is worth discussing your needs to see which option fits you best.
business name: | New Place Hotel |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "At New Place Hotel you will be our focus as we exclusively only hold one wedding per day. We believe that no two weddings are the same and treat each event with a fresh approach, new ideas and abundance of energy. Our Chef will work with couples to design a fantastic menu, using locally-sourced, seasonal ingredients to create inspired dishes, ensuring the menu reflects the couple’s tastes and theme." |
website: | www.newplacehotel.co.uk |
address: | New Place Hotel, Shirrell Heath, Southampton SO32 2JY |
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phone: | 01329 833543 |
It is always good to see an entrepreneurial spirit in the young, and this venue is provided by an independent school who are providing attractive spaces, both internal and external, for you to transform for your wedding. You can put a marquee up in their grounds and they will provide a list of suppliers for all else you might want.
business name: | Boundary Oak School |
what they do (in their own words, Sept 2021) | "Boundary Oak School is the perfect location for all types of functions where both peace and quiet and pleasant surroundings are all important. Examples of use are wedding reception, a marquee party, corporate event, birthday or anniversary celebrations. Our School grounds provide a number of locations for setting up marquees and/or tepees." |
website: | www.boundaryoakschool.co.uk/venue |
address: | Boundary Oak School, Roche Court, Wickham Road, Fareham, Hampshire PO17 5BL |
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phone: | 01329 280955 |