Intimate Ceremonies to Grand Celebrations
Old Thorns is licensed to hold civil ceremonies for up to 500 people by Hampshire County Council.
Offering a choice of charming and opulent rooms and even an outdoor ceremony and drinks reception space, Old Thorns is a popular wedding venue located in Hampshire, 30 minutes north of Portsmouth.
The Hampshire Suite
Our stunning Hampshire Suite is the perfect place for your ceremony, wedding breakfast and celebrations. With plenty of natural light and elegant decor with panoramic views over the golf course, our Hampshire Suite makes for a gorgeous backdrop for your special day.
Features
Private bar | Snug and lounge area | Private courtyard | Picturesque views
Ceremony: Up to 90
Wedding Breakfast: Up to 90
Reception: Up to 90
The Gatsby Ballroom
The Gatsby Ballroom is the perfect venue for wedding breakfasts followed by a full evening of celebrations. With glamorous art-deco decor inspired by The Great Gatsby, this venue will certainly impress your guests and provide ample space for your guests to dance, socialise and celebrate.
Features
Private bar | PA and large screens | Private balcony | Entertainment space
Ceremony: Up to 300
Wedding Breakfast: Up to 300
Reception: Up to 300
The Walled Garden
Our private Walled Garden is tucked away in a quiet nook of Old Thorns and offers couples the possibility of saying “I do” in a beautiful outdoor setting. With seating for up to 150 for your ceremony or drinks reception, the Walled Garden is a tranquil and beautiful location.
Ceremony: Up to 150
Reception: Up to 150
The Chapel
Often described as ‘the hidden gem’ of Old Thorns, the Chapel is an intimate and unique setting for you and your fiancé to say “I do” with up to 150 of your loved ones. A bright and charming room, the Chapel’s rich wooden features bring love and warmth to your ceremony.
Ceremony: Up to 150
The Grand Ballroom
The Grand Ballroom is the perfect venue to celebrate with all your friends and family. Set in the heart of Old Thorns, the room features a beautiful mahogany bar, large sunken dance floor and central stage with a starlit background – ideal for a band or your own entertainment.
Features
Private Bar | Entertainment Space
Ceremony: Up to 600
Wedding breakfast: Up to 500
Reception: Up to 500
Couples Who've Said “I Do”
We Are the Perfect Space for Your Big Day