Thornbury Castle
About Thornbury Castle
A genuine Tudor castle begun in 1511, a retreat of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, now a Relais & Châteaux hotel near Bristol.
Thornbury Castle is one of England's most romantic wedding venues: a genuine Tudor castle begun in 1511 by Edward Stafford, 3rd Duke of Buckingham, and a beloved retreat of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, now a Relais & Châteaux castle hotel near Bristol. Couples marry beneath original Tudor ceilings in the licensed Tudor Hall or the Library, in the Rose Garden with its gazebo, or in the adjacent parish church, then celebrate in the historic Tudor Hall for up to around 70 seated and 120 for an evening reception. Beyond the celebration lie 15 acres of ancient Tudor gardens, a three AA Rosette restaurant and 26 individually designed bedchambers named for Tudor figures, from the Catherine of Aragon Bedchamber to the Elizabeth of York Suite. Exclusive use of the whole castle is available.
Thornbury Castle is one of England's most romantic wedding venues: a genuine Tudor castle begun in 1511 by Edward Stafford, 3rd Duke of Buckingham, the only man of his age to rival Henry VIII for wealth and status. After Stafford's fall the Crown seized the castle, and Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn used it as a beloved retreat in 1535; it later passed to his children Edward VI and Mary Tudor. Today it is a Relais & Châteaux castle hotel near Bristol, its crenellated towers, mullioned windows and original Tudor interiors restored to host the most romantic of celebrations.
Couples marry beneath original Tudor ceilings in the licensed Tudor Hall or the panelled Library, in the Rose Garden with its gazebo within the castle walls, or in the adjacent parish church, then celebrate in the historic Tudor Hall, with its tapestries and great stone fireplace, for up to around 70 seated and 120 for an evening reception. Beyond the celebration lie 15 acres of ancient Tudor gardens, a three AA Rosette restaurant, and 26 individually designed bedchambers named for Tudor figures, from the tower Catherine of Aragon Bedchamber to the Elizabeth of York Suite. Exclusive use of the whole castle and its grounds is available, so couples and their guests may take the castle entirely as their own.
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Thornbury Castle is one of England's most romantic wedding venues: a genuine Tudor castle begun in 1511 by Edward Stafford, 3rd Duke of Buckingham, and a beloved retreat of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, now a Relais & Châteaux castle hotel near Bristol. Couples marry beneath original Tudor ceilings in the licensed Tudor Hall or the Library, in the Rose Garden with its gazebo, or in the adjacent parish church, then celebrate in the Tudor Hall, with its mullioned windows, tapestries and great stone fireplace, for up to around 70 seated and 120 for an evening reception.
Venue Spaces
The licensed Tudor Hall and Library, the Rose Garden gazebo and the adjacent church, among 15 acres of ancient gardens.
The historic Tudor Hall, with its mullioned windows, tapestries, exposed stone walls and great original fireplace, licensed for civil ceremonies and the principal space for wedding breakfasts and receptions of up to around 70 seated and 120 for an evening reception, with a private bar and late licence.
A panelled Library lined with books, licensed for intimate civil ceremonies and a characterful setting for smaller celebrations and private dining.
The Rose Garden, with its gazebo and summerhouse within the castle walls, the loveliest setting for an outdoor ceremony or a drinks reception framed by the castle's towers.
The castle's historic, panelled dining rooms, beneath crystal chandeliers and Tudor fireplaces, for three AA Rosette wedding breakfasts and private dinners.
Rooms & Accommodation
26 individually designed bedchambers named for Tudor figures, from tower suites to characterful chambers within the walls.
Thornbury Castle offers 26 individually designed bedchambers, each named for a Tudor figure and appointed with antiques, rich fabrics and grand four-poster beds, sleeping around 52 guests within the castle walls. The signature Catherine of Aragon Bedchamber sits in a tower beneath its painted ceiling; the Elizabeth of York Suite, the Catherine Howard and Catherine Parr bedchambers and the King James V chamber each carry their own history. The wedding couple traditionally enjoy a complimentary bridal bedchamber the night before the celebration.
Dining
Three AA Rosette dining in the castle's historic rooms, drawn from the walled kitchen garden, with afternoon tea by the fire.
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Dining at Thornbury Castle holds 3 AA Rosettes, served in the castle's historic, panelled dining rooms beneath crystal chandeliers and Tudor fireplaces. The kitchen cooks a refined, seasonal modern British menu drawn from the estate's own walled kitchen garden and the finest local produce, with celebrated afternoon tea by the fire. Wedding breakfasts are served in the Tudor Hall and tailored to each couple, with the wedding cake a centrepiece and every dietary preference accommodated.
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The historic Tudor Hall seats up to around 70 guests for a wedding breakfast and holds up to around 120 for an evening reception. The Library and the gardens offer settings for more intimate ceremonies, and exclusive use of the whole castle is available.
Yes. Thornbury Castle is licensed for civil ceremonies in the Tudor Hall and the Library, and outdoor ceremonies are held in the Rose Garden within the castle walls. The adjacent parish church of St Mary is available for religious ceremonies.
Pricing is tailored to each celebration. As an indicative guide, intimate elopements start from around £3,450, full weddings from around £11,000 including accommodation, and exclusive use of the whole castle from around £20,000. Contact the wedding team for a bespoke quotation.
It is a genuine Tudor castle begun in 1511 by the Duke of Buckingham and a beloved retreat of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, now a Relais & Châteaux hotel near Bristol, with original Tudor interiors, a 3 AA Rosette restaurant, 15 acres of ancient gardens and 26 bedchambers named for Tudor figures.
The castle has 26 individually designed bedchambers named for Tudor kings and queens, sleeping around 52 guests, from grand tower suites such as the Catherine of Aragon Bedchamber to characterful chambers within the castle walls.
Yes. Exclusive use of the whole castle and its grounds is available, so a couple and their guests may take the entire Tudor castle as their own for the celebration.
Thornbury Castle is on Castle Street in Thornbury, South Gloucestershire, about 20 minutes from Bristol and around 40 minutes from Bristol Airport, with the M4 and M5 close by.
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