Exclusive weddings on The Orchardleigh Estate

A truly romantic wedding venue

Orchardleigh is a romantic Somerset Estate 10 miles south of Bath, with a magnificent Victorian Stately
Home, an Island Church, 18-hole Golf Course and plenty of accommodation.

Everything that's required for the perfect, exclusive fairytale wedding:

4 The Island Church has a capacity for 120 guests
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Licensed to hold Civil Ceremonies in the House for 144 guests
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Banqueting for 80 - 165 guests
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The House is for Exclusive use only
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Accommodation for up to 140 guests on the Estate
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Private gated Estate with an 18-hole Golf Course
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Set in 550 acres of parkland and lakes
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Have your own Band and or Disco 'till dawn
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The Bar can stay open 'till dawn for residents and their guests
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Billiard Room with a full-size Table

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Option to supply you own Wine and Champagne for the Wedding Breakfast
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Fishing, Horse Riding and Shooting is available
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Family owned and run, with superb food and personal service
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Our own in-house Wedding Planner, free of charge
4 A fleet of classic Wedding Cars, available from just £100

You will find complete exclusivity at Orchardleigh. Our aim is to allow guests to experience the enjoyment
of the House and Lodges on the Estate as if they were their own.

The rich history of Orchardleigh dates back to the Domesday Book and is one of the most unspoilt
English Country Estates.

Orchardleigh's own beautiful and secluded Island Church with a capacity of up to 120 guests.



The House                                    Formal Gardens                             Vestibule


Main Hall                                      Ballroom                                       Blue Room


The Morning Room                        Victorian Kitchens                          Billiard Room

Orchardleigh's indefinable English charm is testimony to the Estate changing family ownership only twice
in the last 800 years. Veiled in a tranquil bowl of parkland and lakes, it's horizon a sweeping backdrop of
rolling Somerset hills, the Poet Laureate Sir Henry Newbolt (1862 - 1938), was inspired to write his finest
works from his love of Orchardleigh and it's Island Church.

 Henry Newbolt

St Mary's island Church




The Orchardleigh C of E Island Church is available for Religious Ceremonies and has a capacity for
120 guests.

St. Mary’s, Orchardleigh enjoys the unique setting of being at the edge of a lake with a moat around the
Church. Hence it is often referred to as ‘the church on the island.’ Its remoteness means there is no
electricity supply to the church which means all our services are candlelit and the organ has to be
pumped by hand!

The picturesque setting, the lack of modern comforts and the traditional services mean that many of those
who visit the church enjoy an unforgettable experience. Many of the regular congregation travel miles in
order to be here, and would miss the character (and characters) of this unique church.

There is a strong link between Orchardleigh Church and Orchardleigh House for wedding receptions.


Orchardleigh House is licensed for Civil Ceremonies with a capacity of 80 - 144 guests.


Banqueting facilities are available for 80 - 165 guests, seated in the Blue Room and the Ballroom, which
are connected by very wide sliding doors.

 
Catering is provided by our own in-house executive Chef, Mal Berryman and her team who will carefully
design a menu to suit your individual tastes and requirements.

Menus start at £27.50 per head for the main Wedding Breakfast and £3.95 per head for an Evening Buffet.

You can also supply your own Wine and Champagne for your Wedding Breakfast and we'll be happy to
store, chill it and serve it for you.

You can dance 'till dawn to you own Band and or Disco.

Please contact mark@orchardleigh.net for further information, or call us on +44 (0)1373 472550 to
arrange a viewing.

 

Accommodation in the House and on the Estate

Accommodation is available for up to 140 guests on the Estate with magnificent rooms in the main House
together with superb Estate Lodges and Cottages
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The Main House


Bonita Suite                                   Oriel Bedroom                                First Floor Landing


Bonita En-suite Bathroom               Reid En-suite Bathroom                  Ground Floor Hall
 

Orchardleigh's Classic Wedding Fleet

To make your special day just that bit more special and to add to the feeling that this is your house for
the day, why not use one or more of our family of classic cars to take you and your bridesmaids or guests
to the Church and back?


           Bentley Continental Turbo R           Rolls Royce Silver Shadow II         Rolls Royce Silver Spirit

We currently have 3 to choose from, including a timeless Rolls Royce Silver Shadow II, an elegant
Rolls Royce Silver Spirit and an awesome 2-door Bentley Continental Turbo R.

Call us now on +44 (0)1373 472550 or email mark@orchardleigh.net for more information and prices.
 

 Lodges and Houses on the Estate

Gloucester Lodges

 
An impressive castellated Grade II* listed building, situated on the northern boundary of the Estate.
The Lodge is split into East Lodge and West Lodge, each sleeping up to 10.

Murtry Lodges


Situated at the southern entrance to the Estate, near the famous Orchardleigh Stones, Murtry West sleeps
up to 6 and Murtry East sleeps up to 4.

Garden House



Garden House is a large 5 bedroom family house, parts of which date back to the 16th Century. It's situated
in the heart of the Estate in its own private garden with garden furniture, BBQ and lots of parking to the side.


Garden Cottage


Garden Cottage is a large 3 bedroom family house, parts of which date back to the 16th Century. It's
situated in the heart of the Estate on the edge of Orchardleigh Village with a private garden with garden
furniture and BBQ, and parking to the front.

Orchardleigh Village



Situated in the heart of the Estate, the village comprises 8 properties, each sleeping from 2 to 12 and all
enjoying beautiful views into the Village Courtyard and across the Estate.

Please contact info@orchardleigh.net for further information, or call us on +44 (0)1373 472550 to
arrange a viewing.


How to find us    
                                                          

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The entrance to the Estate is 2 miles north of Frome, on the A362 towards Radstock.

From the M4
Exit at Junction 18 and follow the signs to Bath. Follow the signs for the A36 towards Warminster for 10 miles
and then the A361 towards Frome.

From the M3
Exit onto the A303 towards the South West. After 20 miles, turn right onto the A36 towards Warminster,
then the A361 towards Frome.

Go straight over the first roundabout, proceed for 1 mile then turn right at The Ship Inn, proceed for another
1.5miles and turn right at the T-junction. After 500 yards, you'll see the Estate entrance on the right, between
the two stone Lodges. Once on the Estate, drive for 1.5 miles, through the Park and Orchardleigh House will
be on your right.
 

Golf on the Estate


Orchardleigh Golf Club was designed by Brian Hugget and built during 1994, with much of the construction
work undertaken by the existing green keeping team.

The course is set in established parkland, which gives a feeling of maturity beyond its years.
The 6800 yard par 72 course has been built to a high specification with exceptional quality greens.

The practice facilities are excellent with full length practice range, practice bunker, chipping and
putting greens.

Orchardleigh's parkland course offers 18 spectacular holes routed through mature trees with water
coming into play on seven.
It certainly is a challenging but rewarding golfing experience, yet amidst the stunning Somerset countryside
it's a haven of peace and tranquillity.

Preferential rates have been agreed for you and your guests on a 'Pay and Play' basis

Course information

Number of holes:    18
Course yardage:     6831
Par:                       72
Course type:           Parkland

For more information, please visit www.orchardleighgolf.co.uk