The Old Thorns Hotel is a gorgeous wedding venue in the heart of Hampshire. This luxury getaway boasts everything from restaurants, events spaces and overnight rooms to a health club, spa, and even a golf course. In amongst the 400 acres of picturesque Hampshire countryside, Old Thorns plays host to weddings all throughout the year, hosting all manner of ceremonies and receptions.
Found just outside Liphook in Hampshire, Old Thorns is the perfect choice for anyone dreaming of a quintessential British countryside wedding. Those planning a summer wedding can celebrate against the backdrop of the beautiful South Downs, and inside there are 11 different spaces that are licensed to hold civil ceremonies, ranging from cosy and intimate to a grand, 500-seater ballroom.
The latter is one of Old Thorns most impressive spaces - The Gatsby Ballroom - resplendent in art deco styling inspired by F. Scott Fitzgerald’s famous novel. With plenty of natural light and a private terrace, this is a hugely popular spot for ceremonies, receptions and wedding breakfasts. Even larger occasions can head to the Grand Ballroom, which hosts up to 800 for a ceremony and 500 for a reception.
There are more intimate spaces too. The Chapel, for example, hosts up to 150 guests along wooden pews. The Hampshire Suite is a little more modern, but rustic details like solid oak beams and flooring reflects Old Thorns countryside character, whilst panoramic windows offer a memorable vista of the South Downs.
Catering is all handled by the hotel’s in-house team, who will work with you every step of the way to craft a menu that suits the occasion. Meanwhile, the hotel boasts 151 en-suite bedrooms, as well as 51 self-catered apartments - plenty of room for any guests that want to stay over, or are planning a longer holiday.