Pendell Court Weddings
Happily ever after begins here...
Nestled in the picturesque Surrey Hills, Pendell Court is a stunning Jacobean mansion set within 35 acres of idyllic grounds. Steeped in history and offering indoor and outdoor ceremonies, exclusive use and an unforgettable setting, this is a truly magical location to host your wedding.
From pre-bridal photoshoots and engagement celebrations to rehearsal dinners, civil ceremonies, and receptions, Pendell Court is the perfect backdrop for every celebration.
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A Manor House Wedding
Every love story is beautiful, but yours should be unique
With so many enchanting spaces at Pendell Court, you are truly spoilt for choice when planning your wedding. Choose from two stunning ceremony locations: the refined grandeur of our manor house Dining Hall or the romantic charm of our Rose Arbour for an outdoor celebration. Then select the perfect backdrop for every other special moment of your day from within our suite of four Jacobean wood-panelled reception rooms, each with its own individual character, or from amidst our stunning grounds.
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Dining Hall |
Front Hall |
Macleay Room |
Board Room |
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Dining Hall |
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Our Dining Hall, built as the Billiards Room for the Macleay family and later converted to a chapel for the resident Wantage Sisters, offers a unique setting for your civil ceremony. Natural light floods the room through the stone-mullioned windows, in front of which couples exchange their vows. Your guests can enjoy post-ceremony drinks on the front lawn, where the historic Grade II-listed Pendell Court provides the perfect backdrop for your wedding photographs. In winter, the roaring fire in the Front Hall makes a magical centrepiece.
- The Dining Hall can accommodate up to 80 guests for the civil ceremony or a wedding breakfast.
- More intimate rehearsal dinners can take place in the Macleay Room, which seats up to 40 guests.
- Hidden away from all your guests, our Board Room offers complete privacy, ensuring your dress remains top secret until the very last moment.
Outdoor Wedding Venue
Our beautiful grounds provide an incredible natural canvas for an outdoor wedding. Our Rose Arbour is licensed for civil ceremonies. For those dreaming of an outdoor celebration, options abound—from the rustic romance of a lakeside sail to an elegant pagoda or a stylish marquee. With a backdrop of Pendell Court set alongside glorious woodland and rolling green hills, you have all the ingredients for a truly magical setting. Decorate with fairy lights, and you can dance the night away under a canopy of twinkling stars!
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Rose Arbour setting |
Rose Arbour |
Lakeside setting |
Lakeside marquee |
Rose Arbour setting |
Rose Arbour |
Lakeside setting |
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Our Packages
We are delighted to offer three special wedding packages, named after historical residents of Pendell Court. Our packages are offered in partnership with experienced wedding and events specialists, . This local, family-run business has arranged over 500 weddings, offering bespoke event planning, management, and equipment hire services. They excel at thinking about the small details that will make your day extra special.
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The BreretonThe first Pendell Court love story Pendell Court has been a place of love and devotion since its very beginning. In 1625, Robert Holman and Anne Brereton became the first couple to build a family within its walls, following the sad passing of Robert’s father, George, just one year after he completed the manor house. Barely more than newlyweds, Robert, at just 23 and Anne, only 18 embarked on their new life together. Though they lived through the turbulent reign of King Charles I and the subsequent Civil War, their love remained steadfast, filling the manor with warmth and laughter as they raised their five children. Their love story is forever etched into the heart of Pendell Court, their portraits hang above the grand fireplace in the Front Hall—a timeless reminder that true love endures. With the Brereton package, Pendell Court is exclusively yours for a morning or afternoon for an intimate ceremony and celebration. The perfect way to focus on connecting with your guests. |
The BreretonThe first Pendell Court love story Pendell Court has been a place of love and devotion since its very beginning. In 1625, Robert Holman and Anne Brereton became the first couple to build a family within its walls, following the sad passing of Robert’s father, George, just one year after he completed the manor house. Barely more than newlyweds, Robert, at just 23 and Anne, only 18 embarked on their new life together. Though they lived through the turbulent reign of King Charles I and the subsequent Civil War, their love remained steadfast, filling the manor with warmth and laughter as they raised their five children. Their love story is forever etched into the heart of Pendell Court, their portraits hang above the grand fireplace in the Front Hall—a timeless reminder that true love endures. |
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With the Brereton package, Pendell Court is exclusively yours for a morning or afternoon for an intimate ceremony and celebration. The perfect way to focus on connecting with your guests. |
Discover More about the Brereton package
With Pendell Court exlusively yours for a morning or afternoon, the Brereton wedding package includes:
- Ceremony room set up, including putting out your decorations
- Reception room set up, incuding a bar unit, poseur tables, glassware and linen, and any decorations you wish to provide
- Chill and serve champagne after your ceremony
- Provision and service of canap
- Clear and tidy everything at the end of the reception
Pricing
Based on 80 guests, providing your own champagne - £4,240 + VAT
Based on 80 guests, including champagne* - £5,140 + VAT
*You are most welcome to swap champagne for either prosecco, Pimm’s or beer, or a mix of two options, prices will adjust accordingly.
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The St Clair InnesTrue love remembers When Sir George Macleay purchased Pendell Court in 1878, he poured his heart into its restoration. As an explorer and naturalist, the Macleay Room’s intricate plasterwork ceiling reflects his passion for zoology and botany, but its most profound tribute is to love itself. Though his wife, Barbara St Clair Innes had passed nearly a decade before, her presence endures. Above the fireplace, their coats of arms rest side by side—a quiet, eternal tribute to the love that shaped his heart. With Pendell Court exclusively yours for a day and evening, the St Clair Innes package includes everything you need to have a perfect, stress free memorable day with an event manager, event staffing, equipment hire and a paying bar for the evening. |
The St Clair InnesTrue love remembers When Sir George Macleay purchased Pendell Court in 1878, he poured his heart into its restoration. As an explorer and naturalist, the Macleay Room’s intricate plasterwork ceiling reflects his passion for zoology and botany, but its most profound tribute is to love itself. Though his wife, Barbara St Clair Innes had passed nearly a decade before, her presence endures. Above the fireplace, their coats of arms rest side by side—a quiet, eternal tribute to the love that shaped his heart. |
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With Pendell Court exclusively yours for a day and evening, the St Clair Innes package includes everything you need to have a perfect, stress free memorable day with an event manager, event staffing, equipment hire and a paying bar for the evening. |
Discover More about the St Clair Innes package
With Pendell Court exclusively yours for a day and evening, the St Clair Innes package includes everything you need to have a perfect, stress free memorable day with an event manager, event staffing, equipment hire and a paying bar for the evening.
In the run-up
- Unlimited wedding support in the run-up to your special day
- Organisation of all equipment hire, including tables, chairs, linen, cutlery, crockery and glassware
Celebration spaces
- An experienced event manager to co-ordinate your day
- Event staff
- Room turnarounds – from ceremony to wedding breakfast and wedding breakfast to evening reception
- Final clear down and tidy
Food & Drink
- Service of reception drinks and canapés. (Drinks are provided by yourselves)
- Service of the wedding breakfast
- Service of toast drinks
- Complimentary tea and coffee station
- Cutting of the wedding cake, ready to serve for the evening reception
- Running of a paying evening bar
This package allows you to provide your daytime drinks and we will provide the bar in the evening for your guests to purchase their own drinks. There is no charge for corkage.
Pricing
Based on 80 guests - £8,225 + VAT
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The ScovellRisking all for love William Bell and Cara Scovell’s love story began with their marriage in Westminster in 1872. Together, they built a life in Colorado, USA. When a devastating fire broke out while William was away, Cara’s devotion shone through. After ensuring the safety of their children and staff, she grabbed a ladder and climbed up into their burning home, risking her own life to save his beloved painting, The Mount of the Holy Cross by Thomas Moran. Returning to England, they purchased Pendell Court in 1895, and the treasured artwork found its place of honor above the fireplace in the Picture Room—a symbol of love, courage, and the home they built together. With the Scovell package, enjoy exclusive access to Pendell Court for an unforgettable day and evening. This package ensures a seamless, stress-free experience, complete with everything you need for your perfect celebration—including evening drinks for your guests. |
The ScovellRisking all for love William Bell and Cara Scovell’s love story began with their marriage in Westminster in 1872. Together, they built a life in Colorado, USA, where they founded a town and built a grand manor house. When a devastating fire broke out while William was away, Cara’s devotion shone through. After ensuring the safety of their children and staff, she grabbed a ladder and climbed up into the burning building, risking her own life to save his beloved painting, The Mount of the Holy Cross by Thomas Moran. Returning to England, they purchased Pendell Court in 1895, and the treasured artwork found its place of honor above the fireplace in the Picture Room—a symbol of love, courage, and the home they built together. |
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With the Scovell package, enjoy exclusive access to Pendell Court for an unforgettable day and evening. This package ensures a seamless, stress-free experience, complete with everything you need for your perfect celebration—including evening drinks for your guests. |
Discover more about the Scovell package
With Pendell Court exclusively yours for a day and evening, the Scovell package includes everything you need to have a perfect, stress free memorable day with an event manager, event staffing, equipment hire and treating your guests to drinks for the evening.
In the run-up
- Unlimited wedding support in the run-up to your special day
- Organisation of all equipment hire, including tables, chairs, linen, cutlery, crockery and glassware
Celebration spaces
- An experienced event manager to co-ordinate your day
- Event staff
- Room turnarounds – from ceremony to wedding breakfast and wedding breakfast to evening reception
- Final clear down and tidy
Food & Drink
- Service of reception drinks and canapés, drinks are provided by yourselves
- Service of the wedding breakfast
- Service of toast drinks
- Complimentary tea and coffee station
- Cutting of the wedding cake, ready to serve for the evening reception
- Running of an evening bar, drinks are provided by yourselves
The Scovell package allows you to provide both your daytime and evening drinks. There is no charge for corkage.
Pricing
Based on 80 guests - £9,100 +VAT
Get in touch
Steeped in history, for over four hundred years Pendell Court has been home to many occasions of merriment and laughter—you can feel the happiness within its walls. We would be honoured to add your wedding to these cherished memories.
Tell us a little about your special day and arrange a wedding showround.
Or find out more about Pendell Court Events.
Pendell Court Events, Pendell Court, Bletchingley, Surrey, RH1 4QJ
Wedding FAQ's
Is your venue licensed for ceremonies?
Yes, Pendell Court is licensed for both indoor and outdoor ceremonies. Our oak-panelled Jacobean Dining Hall can hold a maximum of 80 for an elegant indoor ceremony, whist our Rose Arbour is the perfect space for a more rustic outdoor ceremony.
How many guests can you accommodate?
Our Dining Hall can comfortably hold 80 for a wedding ceremony and breakfast. Thanks to our Great British weather, wedding ceremonies held in the Rose Arbour are limited to 80 so that the Dining Hall may be used as a wet weather alternative. For outdoor wedding breakfasts, held in a marquee, the sky is your limit!
How do we book the registrar?
Leatherhead Registration Service (Tel. 01372 832806) will provide a Registrar for a civil ceremony at Pendell Court.
Is it possible for us to have the ceremony elsewhere and just have the reception at Pendell Court
Yes of course! Pendell Court is a flexible wedding venue and we are happy to host your reception.
Do you have car parking?
Yes. There are 100 car parking spaces on site for your guests, which are included as part of your event. There is also space for a bus or coach. Cars may be left overnight.
Do you have accommodation on site?
There are several local B&B’s and Airbnbs nearby. Please speak to our wedding team for further information.
Does the venue charge corkage?
Where couples are providing the drinks for their guests, we do not charge corkage.
Is alcohol allowed to be offered prior to the wedding ceremony?
Under our wedding licence agreement, no alcohol is to be consumed before and during the wedding ceremony. Once the ceremony has been concluded then the option to offer alcohol can be honoured.
Do you allow confetti to be thrown?
Yes! Confetti can be thrown outside. All confetti must be biodegradable.
Do you allow firework displays?
Pendell Court is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with some farms in the vicinity. We therefore regret that fireworks are not allowed.
When can we have access to the reception room to start setting up decorations etc.?
All of our packages include ceremony and reception room set up, including putting out your decorations. However you will have access to the rooms from 7am on the morning of your wedding if you wish to set-up.
Can I use an alternative events coordinator?
Our packages are offered only in partnership with the experienced wedding and events specialists team at . This local, family-run business has arranged over 500 weddings, providing bespoke event planning, management, and equipment hire services.
Helen, of Events by Helen, has over 15 years’ experience in the events industry and more than ten years specialising in weddings. She is passionate about getting to know her clients, understanding what matters most to you, and helping bring your vision to life for your dream day. Helen excels at considering the small details that will make your day extra special and she and her team will work tirelessly to deliver a truly personal and professional service for you and your guests.
I like the sound of Pendell Court as a venue. When is it available?
Pendell Court is available for hire at the weekends and during school holidays. For availability, please get in contact with Sean, using our enquiry form, or on .
