Winchester Guildhall
Weddings & Celebrations
The place for your perfect day Imagine your special day in a stunning landmark
With seven banqueting
Gothic Building in one of the most beautiful cities in
providers for you to
England - Guildhall Winchester is ‘the place for your
choose from we can
perfect day’.
also offer menus for all
Whether you are looking for an intimate family dinner
tastes and budgets.
for 20 or a grand wedding celebration for 300,
Your dedicated event manager will inspire and guide
Guildhall Winchester is the venue for you.
you to find the options that are right for you,
We have ten superb, flexible event spaces for you to choose from, whether your preference is for a
assisting you with all aspects of your celebration to make your dream day a reality.
modern, contemporary space or a traditional, elegant
We invite you to be our guest and see why Guildhall
and historic feel, we have the perfect setting for your
Winchester is the place for your perfect day!
special event.
Feel inspired... An introduction to our rooms
The Bapsy Hall
Our varied and flexible spaces offer you the
A stunning room which marries
opportunity to plan an individual ceremony and
the best of Victorian Elegance
bespoke reception for a truly memorable and personal
with a contemporary feel. This
day. Imagine saying your vows in the gothic splendour
grand ballroom boasts many of
of the Kings Charles Hall, or having your reception in
its beautiful original features, a
the Walton Suite with its fantastic terrace overlooking
large stage suitable for any performer, and state of
the rooftops of Winchester, or enjoying the splendour
the art lighting system to create the perfect mood
of the Bapsy Hall for a formal wedding breakfast or as
for any event. Comfortably seating up to 300 guests
a grand ballroom for your evening do.
for a formal dinner, or 500 guests for celebration evening party.
The King Charles Hall Traditional splendour at its best, this unique hall houses, as its name suggests, portraits of King Charles ceiling and full height gothic windows. A fairytale hall for your ceremony it is ideal for up to 120 guests to celebrate in traditional style, or an evening party for up to 150 guests. With its full size wooden floor the King Charles Hall is perfect for dancing on in particular a ceilidh or folk dances.
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1st and 2nd under the canopy of a hammer beam
The Walton Suite The Guildhall’s best kept secret. The Walton suite is one of the highest event spaces in the city and makes full use of the roof top terrace with amazing views over the roof tops of Winchester to St Giles Hill and beyond. Glass atriums create fascinating vistas of the famous Guildhall Clock Tower. The outside space is superb for a barbeque, or relaxing on a summers evening. It comfortably seats up to 80 guests for a formal meal, and 100 guests for a ceremony.
The Courtyard If you’re looking for a unique, quirky, contemporary event space then look no further. Formerly housing the cells of the Winchester law courts, The Courtyard with arched vaults, pillars and outside courtyard has an intimate feel but with plenty of space. It seats up to 100 guests for your “ceremony in the round” allowing you to be truly centre stage as you say your vows. This flexible space seats 140 guests for a formal seated meal or 200 guests for an evening party, the private courtyard is a great place to relax, enjoy a barbeque or even a hog roast.
Intimate Celebrations... The Mayors Parlour
Wykeham & Eversley
Portraits of the former Mayors of Winchester dating
The Wykeham and Eversley rooms are also licensed
back 150 years adorn the walls of this beautiful room.
for ceremonies and can seat up to 40 guests, or for
Take your place in Winchester’s history and know you
an intimate meal 30 guests seated on round tables.
are on time as you are directly beneath the clock
these intimate rooms make the best use of natural
tower. The room seats 30 guests for a ceremony or 20
daylight and interesting views.
guests at one large table for a celebration meal.
Catering for your Wedding or Special Occasion
Speciality Weddings
We work with seven fabulous banqueting companies
international experience and skills within their teams.
to offer the widest choice and possibilities for the
If you have a specific request, for example, Asian or
food on your perfect day and to suit your budget,
Jewish, we will be pleased to work with you, our
many using the very best of fresh local Hampshire or
banqueting companies or associated suppliers to
Dorset produce. A truly unique, flexible and bespoke
ensure your special day is catered for.
menu can be created by the innovative chefs we work with, many of whom have received accolades for their culinary specialities and expertise. For inspiration for your perfect day please view our banqueting companies information at www.guildhallwinchester.co.uk
Our banqueting companies have a wealth of
Inspiration is close at hand
Partner Information
Your dedicated event manager will inspire and guide
Guildhall Winchester has special links with many of
you to find the options that are right for you. We
Winchester’s creative and innovative wedding
recommend you choose up to three companies to
suppliers for flowers, cakes, dresses, coaches, unusual
meet and discuss your options with. Once you have
methods of transport, photographers and many
decided on a preferred company your event manager
more. Our events team will help you make contact
will help to tailor a menu that is perfect for you and
with these suppliers.
your special day. Our event team have a wealth of experiance and inspirational ideas to ensure your special day is very unique and magical.
Accommodation & Intinerary Winchester has an eclectic selection of hotels, boutique style hotels and bed and breakfast, many within a short walk of the Guildhall many of whom will be pleased to offer you preferential rates. Your dedicated event manager or members of the award winning tourist information centre located in the Guildhall will be more than happy to assist with your bookings or advice on where to stay and with Winchester’s amazing array of local attractions many of your guests may wish to make your special day a special weekend away.
For more information... We will introduce you to your dedicated event
Guildhall Winchester is proud to offer our couples a
manager from the moment you decide Guildhall
one stop shop facility. We work very closely and have
Winchester is the place for your perfect day; they will
special links with many of the local hotels, coach
meet with you as often as you require and assist you
companies, florists and other service providers, many
with all aspects of your celebration.
of whom will be pleased to offer you preferential rates. Our events team will help you make contact with these suppliers.
At Guildhall Winchester we are happy to host your entire day from ceremony to evening entertainment or just part of it according to your needs. To view our unique venue and to discuss your special day, contact...
Guildhall Winchester
Broadway, High Street, Winchester, Hampshire SO23 9GH Tel: 01962 840 820 Email: guildhall@winchester.gov.uk Web: www.guildhallwinchester.co.uk
Dress/shoe details photographed with thanks to Brides of Winchester www.bridesofwinchester.co.uk
Guildhall Winchester