Your big day.
Tucked away in 63 acres of rural Hampshire countryside, Lainston House is ready to make your wedding dreams come true. With an impressive red-brick façade, a 12th century chapel and stunning gardens, there are countless romantic backdrops.
WHERE TO SAY “I DO”
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THE DAWLEY BARN The walk to the Dawley Barn is almost as beautiful as the barn itself. Exposed wooden beams and stained glass windows decorate the walkway and can be adorned with flowers and personal touches, so the magic starts before you’ve entered the room.
Space for 120 guests Roaring original fireplace Rustic beams and brickwork Bright and spacious As the doors draw back, it’s hard to resist a gasp. The room makes a grand first impression, with all your guests standing there under the bright airy ceiling and twinkling fairy lights. The Dawley Barn is a listed building which has been elegantly converted into a unique private space. Much of the original architecture is still in place with exposed beams and brickwork and the original fireplace making for the cosiest of winter weddings. After the ceremony, you and your guests can celebrate with bubbles and canapés in the gardens or the Drawing Room, while we transform this space into your fairytale wedding reception.
Space for 120 guests Say your vows in the company of birdsong Backdrop of the 17th century house
OUTDOOR PAVILION On a warm sunny day, there’s only one place to get married – in our outdoor pavilion. Start your entrance from the drawing room and take the walk of a lifetime to where your partner eagerly awaits to meet and marry you. The beautiful garden pavilion is set in 63 acres of rolling Hampshire countryside, with the backdrop of our stunning 17th century country house. If you’re looking for that little something special to make your day truly stand out, this will do just that. The ornate structure offers the perfect place to say ‘I do’ in front of family and friends.
EAT, DRINK AND BE VERY MERRY
From seasonal to bespoke, we can add your personal twists to the menu.
Our friendly and expert team of chefs will make it their mission to create a wedding breakfast that you and your guests will remember forever. From three-course menus, and sharing boards, to fish and chips and barbecues, you can put your own twist on the menu. The options are endless!
And as for the toasts, our bartenders have a list as long as their cocktail-shaking arms. From English sparkling wines and gin bars to non-alcoholic tipples made from personal recipes, we have something to suit every taste.
NOW FOR THE PARTY
THE DAWLEY BARN If you’re having a ceremony in the Dawley Barn, you’ll be just as mesmerised seeing it transform into your wedding reception. The exposed wooden beams and high ceilings make an excellent backdrop for your first meal as a married couple. The room also turns into a wonderful stage for cake cutting and dancing. Take to the floor for your first wedding dance, as your band plays your favourite song, while family and friends cheer on. This is your time to shine!
Wedding breakfast for 120 guests Evening reception for 200 guests Large dancing space Atmospheric interiors Traditional details
EXCLUSIVE USE Imagine having free rein of Lainston House and its 63 acres, just for you and your favourite people. Take your pick of where and how to make your dream day a reality. From sharing your first dance on the oval, to sipping bubbles on our avenue of lime trees or hosting your very own wedding festival. There’s so many spaces and places to make your own, our acres can be your playground. As your party draws to a close, family and friends can retire to one of our luxurious bedrooms. Not to mention you to your own suite, will you be most tempted by our hot tub suite? Then when morning comes, a delicious breakfast will greet you all and you can reminisce about the day before jetting off on your honeymoon. With exclusive use, our house really does become your home, where everything is possible.
50 luxury bedrooms Private access to the gardens A private house to call your own
“ The team were absolutely fantastic - the service was impeccable all the way through. Our guests were commenting on the flow of dinner service (particularly the speed with which the glasses were being topped up), and they were excellent fun as the night progressed too. The conga line around the hotel is something we will remember for all of time. Lainston is a very special venue, you should all be proud of what you provide. ” - Mr and Mrs Armstrong
OUR GROUNDS
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Our iconic mile long avenue of lime trees, sundial garden and 12th century chapel ruins are favourites for the photo book. And the manicured oval at the front of the house, framed by red brick loggias, make for the perfect wedding party photo. Go exploring and you’ll find many more gems, from our kitchen garden, blossoming apple trees and even the neighbouring poppy field, which blooms every couple of years.
The photo opportunities are endless in our 63 acres, with stunning backdrops all year round.
STAY THE NIGHT
OUR ROOMS Make yourself at home at Lainston House. Relax, get ready and retire to one of our romantic 50 bedrooms and suites. Each one is individually designed and luxuriously decorated so everyone in your party can enjoy a special stay. For yourselves, we suggest starting married life in one of our four-poster bed suites. With deep baths, plenty of room and even a hot tub, you can start life together in the lap of luxury. Want to bring a four-legged furry family member? No problem, we have dog friendly rooms too so everyone that’s important to you can be part of your big day.
Why not get your guests in on the action too? Family suites offer oodles of space for those with kids or for getting ready with your bridesmaids and groomsmen. Just seconds from the action of the big day, our cosy rooms are the best place to relax at the end of an exhilarating night.
“ I stayed the night before with five bridesmaids and we were all so shocked and surprised by just how amazing the rooms were. We honestly felt like royalty and were treated so well by the staff on the morning. ” - Mr and Mrs Mullan
KATIE & CALUM THEIR STORY
Katie and Calum met at work and while it was not exactly love at first sight, after a year or two they finally decided to go for a drink. The rest, as they say, is history. While on holiday in Venice, Calum proposed to Katie in the middle of a peacefully quiet St Mark’s Square the night before Valentine’s Day. Here’s how their wedding went…
The happy couple: The photographer: The Videographer: The outfit: The flowers: The styling: The cake:
Calum and Katie Brockway Jack Aldridge Brand One Visuals Pronovias and Budd Shirtmakers Arcade Flowers Laurel Design Cakebuds
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What did you love most about Lainston House? “We loved the fact that it felt as though we were having an amazing house party with all our family and friends. From the moment we came up the driveway we knew it was special! Having a good band really helped too.”
“We both felt so lucky to be looked after so well by the entire team at Lainston House”
Did you have a theme or particular style in mind to bring your day to life? “We tried to stick to a classic, elegant theme with a woodland feel. The ceremony room in the barn was filled with all the fantastic flowers and candles from our wonderful florist, Arcade Flowers, and stationery team, Laurel Designs. We also hired trees from the brilliant Twilight Trees, which helped to make the space so magical, alongside the fairy lights and carpet from Luminique and flower arch by Southampton Flower Wall. “We stuck to white flowers with touches of green which were so simple and beautiful. We didn’t really have a colour scheme so our bridesmaids wore beautiful silver dresses by Ghost London and our best men and ushers wore tuxedos.”
What do you remember most about the day itself? “They say your wedding really does go by in the blink of an eye and that was certainly the case for us. I remember all our family and friends partying the night away in the most beautiful venue.”
Tell us about the dress... “The dress was a white Pronovias gown and it really was my dream. It was the first dress I found at Anya Bridal who were so helpful and found me a beautiful matching veil. I felt like a princess all day.”
Were there any special moments or surprises? “I am not really one for surprises but there were some truly amazing moments. One of my favourites was the day before the wedding when we had our pre-wedding meeting with Sophie and Lewis followed by dinner in the Mountbatten room and drinks with all my lovely bridal party. Second to the wedding, it was one of my favourite days! “The menu tasting was also one of the best wedding planning moments we had. The food, service and weather (and wine!) made for one of the best evenings of 2021!”
What tips or advice would you give to future couples? “I think my advice would be stay calm and do not worry about the small stuff! The amazing team at Lainston House look after everything you could possibly think of on the day and they helped me to stay calm. It also rained all day on the day of our wedding and, in a way, it made it even more special. The cosy fires and gorgeous barn felt even more magical in the rain – although I cannot say the same for my hair in the pictures!
My second tip would be make sure you invest in an amazing photographer and videographer (if budget allows) to capture all the special memories. Our photographer was absolutely amazing! He felt like family by the end of the day and we did not want him to leave. The pictures he took are all so beautiful and we could not recommend him more. Our videographer was excellent and he really did capture the best footage!”
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? Come and say hello
Time to start planning
The only way you’ll get a feel for the place, is if you come and see it yourself. We can show you around and answer all your burning questions. Chat with our super friendly wedding team for as long as you need. We’re obsessed with weddings and would love to hear all your wonderful ideas.
Once you’ve booked your date, it’s all systems go. But don’t worry, we can guide you through the logistics. We can help you as much or as little as you like to make sure everything is perfect. Pop in for a catch-up and a coffee, we’re here for you and can’t wait to be part of your big day.
Save your special day
The tasty bit
If you think Lainston House is ‘the one’, we can hold the date you fancy for up so to seven days. Bring friends, family, your great aunt Mildred – whoever you want – and take another look around. You can even practice walking down the aisle in preparation for your pinchme moment.
Yes, the food… the moment you’ve been waiting for. We’ll invite you to a menu tasting so you can try all our mouth-watering delights and start curating your perfect wedding feast.
Your together forever day Nerves… excitement… butterflies! When the big day arrives, there will be a rainbow of emotions, but your event manager will be on hand to attend to every little detail. We are here for you every step of the way.
GOOD TO KNOW Venue with a purpose
Where to find us
We are a B Corp and we’re super proud of it. It means we’re committed to finding ways we can do weddings better, to positively impact people and our planet.
We have the best of both worlds: rural beauty and great transport links to the M3 and A303. Located only 20 minutes from Southampton Airport and less the one hour from London Heathrow, it’s a quick journey for any international guests or to jet off on your honeymoon.
Born to boogie You can enjoy dancing the night away right up until midnight. After that, we’re afraid you turn into a pumpkin! Just joking… that would be weird. Instead, you can carry on the celebrations in the bar.
Easy access Our facilities include ramps in all public areas for wheelchair users, drop off at the front of the hotel and dedicated accessible bedrooms.
Recommended by us We have a lovely, friendly extended wedding family, made up of people who want to bring your dream to life. All our recommended suppliers are listed on our website, but you are welcome to bring in your own for decoration and special experiences.
Lainston House Woodman Lane Sparsholt Winchester SO21 2LT
Civil ceremonies Once you have made a provisional booking for your marriage at Lainston House, you will need to contact our local registry office. Winchester Registry Office Castle Hill High Street Winchester SO23 8UH 0300 555 1392 ceremonies.northhants@hants.gov.uk
Have more questions? 01962 776088 lainstonhouseweddings@exclusive.co.uk
WITH THANKS TO... Bright Sight Photography Burlison Photography Catherine Carter Weddings Photography Jack Aldridge Photography Joe Short Photography Joesph Kinerman Photography Joshua Woodland Photography Matt Weddings Imagery Mindy Coe Photography NK Photography Paul Fletcher Photography Romy Lawrence Photography Sam Gavins Photography YTZ Wedding Photography