FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Ardington House accommodates dry hire weddings, allowing you to bring your own approved caterer, event manager and full team in (terms apply). The Dry Hire venue fee is between £15,000 and £17,000, which combines event hire, marquee hire and all corkage/foodage costs. This does not include overnight house hire.

Yes! Ardington House is licensed for legal civil ceremonies. We offer several beautiful ceremony settings: the Imperial Hall (60 seated, 80 standing), Temple Island outdoors, or our Riverside Marquee (200 seated). If you're having a Church of England ceremony, Holy Trinity church is just a short walk from Ardington House – perfect for a picturesque stroll between ceremony and reception.

While our partner catering team will handle all staff, planning, event management, food and beverage needs, you are welcome to hire your own vendors for other wedding services. We do have a list of carefully selected preferred suppliers to help, or you are welcome to bring in your own trusted professionals.

Absolutely! Ardington House is available for overnight hire, sleeping up to 25 guests across 12 beautiful bedrooms on a self-catering basis. Our most popular option is the weekend package: arrive Friday at 4pm, celebrate your wedding on Saturday, then relax and enjoy the house and grounds until Sunday at 4pm. We also offer flexible options including single night stays and midweek accommodation. Overnight guests have access to the swimming pool, tennis court, and all the house facilities – it's the perfect way to extend your celebration with your nearest and dearest. Please get in touch for overnight hire rates and availability.

Yes, up to 2 well-behaved dogs are welcome by prior arrangement, there is a large dog bed in the kitchen and plenty of rural/woodland walks in the village. Please enquire to find out more about our pet policy.

We pride ourselves on offering competitive, transparent pricing and truly believe you get exceptional value for your investment, exceeding the expectations of each and every couple. We may be able to offer an incentive if you'd like to consider a relatively last-minute wedding date (within 7 months of booking). Please do get in touch to discuss.

One of the best things about working with Fingers & Forks is the flexibility – there are no set packages, so you can create exactly the day you want within your budget. From relaxed BBQs to elegant plated dinners, the choice is entirely yours. As a guide, our 2026 couples are spending an average of £165 per guest for a complete catering package. This includes canapés on arrival, a delicious wedding breakfast, an all-day drinks package, plus all the essentials will be included: staffing, event management, tableware, preparations, and VAT. Everything you need for a seamlessly run celebration. Want to explore the options? Take a look at our sample menus or get in touch to discuss your vision.

Yes, we're fortunate to have beautiful church options nearby for couples wishing to have a religious ceremony: Holy Trinity Church of England, Ardington Just a short walk from Ardington House, Holy Trinity is a charming village church with seating for approximately 130 guests. The reverend is very accommodating and may consider officiating weddings for couples who do not reside within the Ardington parish boundaries, at his discretion. The convenience of having your ceremony within walking distance of the reception venue creates a wonderfully seamless day for you and your guests. St Mary's Catholic Church, East Hendred For couples seeking a Catholic ceremony, the beautiful St Mary's Church is located nearby in the picturesque village of East Hendred. This historic church provides a stunning setting for traditional Catholic wedding ceremonies.