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Castle Ashby

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Castle Ashby House, Castle Ashby, Northampton NN7 1LQ, United Kingdom
Wedding VenueHistoric House & Gardens✓ Verified Data

Elizabethan stately home with stunning gardens offering exclusive venue hire for weddings and corporate events.

About This Venue

Castle Ashby is a magnificent Elizabethan country house set within 35 acres of formal Italian gardens and surrounded by a 10,000-acre estate. The venue offers exclusive hire for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations with capacity for up to 300 guests. Built in the 1570s by the Compton family, this Grade I listed building features grand reception rooms, a stunning Long Gallery, and beautiful terraced gardens. The venue combines historic grandeur with modern facilities, offering complete privacy and bespoke event planning services. Located just 15 miles from Northampton with easy access to the M1, Castle Ashby provides an unforgettable setting for special occasions.

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Indicative Budget
£6,750£12,750
Typical day-delegate event for ~150 guests
Capacity (max)
300
Typical attendees
150
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (150 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.

Capacity

300
Maximum Capacity
150
Theatre Style
300
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Long Gallery

200
120
304080

Great Hall

150
100
253560

Italian Gardens

1000
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3 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 120 people

Features & Amenities

Exclusive Use
Historic Building
Gardens
Parking
Catering Kitchen
Licensed for Ceremonies
Photography Permitted
Outdoor Spaces
Period Features

📐 Space Specifications

1200
Total Space (m²)
4.5m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

Professional Historic House & Gardens space

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍴Restaurant On-site
🍷Bar On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

Full catering service available

🎤 AV Equipment

Projector
Screen
PA System
Microphones
Wi-Fi
Lighting Equipment

🎯 Suitable For

📋Weddings
📋Corporate Events
📋Private Dining
📋Garden Parties
📋Historic Tours
📋Product Launches

♿ Accessibility

Limited accessibility due to historic naturesome areas accessible via rampsaccessible parking available

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Nearest train station: Wellingborough (8 miles) with direct services to London St Pancras. Bus services available from Northampton (15 miles). Luton Airport 45 minutes by car.

🅿️ Parking

✓ On-site parking available

Free on-site parking for up to 200 cars in designated areas around the estate

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

30 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

150
theatre
30
boardroom
80
classroom
40
u shape
100
cabaret
300
reception
150
dining
120
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 300 guests across multiple rooms and outdoor spaces
What AV equipment is available?
Professional AV equipment available with technical support
Is catering available?
Full catering services with period-appropriate dining options
Is there parking available?
Extensive grounds parking available for guests

Location & Contact

📍 Address

Castle Ashby House
Castle Ashby
NN7 1LQ, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Wedding VenueCorporate EventsPrivate EventsGardens

Venue Location

Castle Ashby House, Castle Ashby, Northampton, NN7 1LQ

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 300 guests across multiple rooms and outdoor spaces

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Professional AV equipment available with technical support

Q: Is catering available?

A: Full catering services with period-appropriate dining options

Q: Is there parking available?

A: Extensive grounds parking available for guests

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Althorp House and Spencer Estate
8.5 km (5.3 mi)
🏰
Boughton House Palace
15.8 km (9.8 mi)
🏰
Warwick Castle Historic Fortress
35.2 km (21.9 mi)

🎢Theme Park

🎢
Silverstone Racing Circuit Experience
12.2 km (7.6 mi)
🎢
Wicksteed Family Adventure Park
25.6 km (15.9 mi)

🌳Gardens

🌳
Coton Manor Country Gardens
18.4 km (11.4 mi)
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.

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