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Historic House & Gardens

Castle Ashby

Northampton, East Midlands — NN7 1LQ

300

Max Capacity

FROM

£850

Per Day

4.4

10 reviews

Room Layouts

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.

Room Capacities

theatre

150

boardroom

classroom

u shape

cabaret

100

reception

300

dining

150

banquet

120

Pricing

Day rates from £850

Exclusive venue hire from £3,000. Wedding packages available. Corporate rates on application. Includes venue hire, basic furniture, and parking.

Features & Amenities

Exclusive Use

Historic Building

Gardens

Parking

Catering Kitchen

Licensed for Ceremonies

Photography Permitted

Outdoor Spaces

Period Features

AV & Technical

Projector

Screen

PA System

Microphones

Wi-Fi

Lighting Equipment

Ideal For

WeddingsCorporate EventsPrivate DiningGarden PartiesHistoric ToursProduct Launches

Location & Access

Castle Ashby House, Castle Ashby, Northampton NN7 1LQ

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.

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

Wheelchair accessible