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Rockbeare Manor

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£1,950 - £4,900 for Venue Hire
Up to 160
13 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence

Description

Rockbeare Manor is one of the most highly regarded wedding venues in Devon with a strong reputation for hosting unique and expertly managed occasions, always with a warm and engaging approach. Set in acres of beautiful parkland, with views as far as Haldon Belvedere and Dartmoor, it is an exclusive use country house venue. The light and airy Ballroom seats between 50 and 160 guests for your wedding meal and as well as that, there are plenty of other areas for guests to relax, including the Billiard Room, Library, Bar and Atrium. The Drawing Room, with private balcony, is the most stunning of rooms and is available from 11.30am on the morning of the wedding for bridal preparations. Wedding ceremonies may be held in a variety of different places, including outside under the arch of the South Pavilion, with outstanding views and the pretty fountain as the backdrop. Our 13 luxurious bedrooms are available exclusively for you and your guests, when hosting a wedding with us. They are impressive, spacious and luxurious. (A minimum of 8 bedrooms are required for each wedding and are priced in addition to the venue hire). Food is our passion and we have a full time team of chefs who love the opportunity to surprise and delight ! We have an extensive variety of menus and our experienced and friendly team will support you, and help in whatever way they can. One of our Event Managers will be there on the day of your wedding to coordinate everything perfectly from start to finish. We not only manage the venue, but the catering too which gives you the best possibly opportunity to relax and enjoy the day. We would love the opportunity to meet you and show you around this special place, which really must be experienced to be fully appreciated. The team at Rockbeare Manor, wish you all the very best with your wedding plans.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Aimee Carveth
Hi - thank you so much for considering Rockbeare Manor for your most special of days. Rockbeare Manor really is a wonderful place. It still gives me goosebumps almost everyday - it has such beauty and I'd love for you to experience that too! Our team go above and beyond - we all have an absolute passion for weddings and events and will do everything in our power to give you the most amazing experience from start to finish. We hope to see you very soon x

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2015
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
15

Overview of Rockbeare Manor

Wedding Venue Type
Country House / Manor House
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
160
Reception Capacity
200
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
13
Sleeps No. of People
30
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Wedding license
Confetti permitted
Fireworks permitted
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Dancefloor available
Sound system available

Wedding Venue Details

Grade I/II Listed Building
Landscaped gardens
Exclusive use
Bridal Changing Facilities
On-site parking
Ballroom
In-house wedding coordinator
Disabled access
Open Flame Permitted
Outdoor Reception Space
Water view

Wedding Catering

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-House Wine List
In-house catering
Alcohol license
Vegan catering
Bar

Pricing for Rockbeare Manor

Wedding Venue Hire Only
£1,950 - £4,900
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What's Included?
Furniture included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
External caterers not permitted
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
The venue hire price is for exclusive use of Rockbeare Manor from 11.30am on the morning of your wedding. Our beautiful wedding venue in Devon can seat between 50 and 160 guests in our orangery style Ballroom, which is flooded with natural light and has stunning views of the parkland at Rockbeare Manor. There are various options for both an indoor and outdoor wedding ceremony, and lots of space inside for guests to relax in, including our Library, Billiard Room and Atrium. Rockbeare Manor is a Grade I listed building but with an elegant, contemporary feel, and immaculately furnished and decorated throughout. There are 13 luxurious bedrooms at Rockbeare Manor which are an additional cost.
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In-house Catering (price per head)
£80 - £125
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Reviews for Rockbeare Manor
(82)

Michael and Sophie
Happy couple married in November
April 2025
The perfect wedding and the perfect venue
I would like to thank the entire team at Rockbeare for all the team has done for us since booking our wedding back in November 2022. Our wedding day on the 1st of November was absolutely perfect and Michael and I both had the best day, it flew by so quickly we both said we’d love to experience the day all over again. All of our guest were constantly complementing us on the venue, the food and the staff. Saying how lovely and perfect the venue was and lovely the food was. I also would like to thank Melissa so much for all her work and help the lead up to the day from our August planning meeting to the wedding day. Nothing was an issue with Melissa and was so kind and welcoming it definitely helped with the morning nerves having such a positive outsider helping and checking in, so thank you so much. Thank you also to Steph for all the help and questions answered at the start of our planning process. Also an another thank you too all the team for helping and patience and understanding with our dog Ollie. I couldn’t recommend Rockbeare enough thanks to the amazing service we have received. Since our day we have had such lovely comments from friends and family about our wedding day. Thank you all
Mr and Mrs Davey
Wedding: April
April 2025
An incredible venue
Our daughter Abbey married her lovely Matt on Saturday 12/04/25 at the stunning Rockbeare Manor. From the first visit when we were shown around by the lovely Andrea we all knew this was the place that Abbey & Matt would hold their wedding. Throughout the planning process nothing was too much trouble, any question however big, small or silly was answered. Communication with the staff at Rockbeare has been second to none. The Manor provides wonderful photo opportunities and is just beautiful inside and out. The amazing Leah was our wedding coordinator and what a job she did she went above and beyond to give Abbey & Matt their dream wedding. Leah led a team of young people who are a credit to Rockbeare Manor all so polite and professional. The food was truly delicious and our vegan guest said it was the best vegan wedding food she had ever had. We just want to thank everyone involved in Abbey & Matt’s wedding for your fantastic work, but the biggest thanks goes to Leah you are truly wonderful at your job!
Issie and David
Happy couple married in April
April 2025
Thank you to all the incredible team at Rockbeare.
David and I just wanted to say a massive thank you for making our wedding day so amazing. We honestly were in awe of all the staff in Rockbeare, how they made the day happen so seamlessly in such a subtle way. Everyone was so calm, friendly and couldn’t have done more to make us feel so special. The set up was also absolutely stunning, thank you so much to all the people who helped my vision come alive! It was absolutely perfection! We also want to say a massive thank you to you. I never once felt rushed and you made us feel so special and relaxed throughout the whole day. Thank you! The day was absolute perfection. Thank you to all the incredible team at Rockbeare. We hope the rest of the wedding season goes well for you.
Mr & Mrs Hawkins xx
Happy couple married in September
September 2024
It was everything we wished for and more!
Hello Leah, Me & James would like to say a huge thank you to you and the rest of the Rockbeare team for making our day run so smoothly. It was everything we wished for and more! The words ‘thank you’ don’t even feel enough. All of our friends and family said how lovely you all were and they enjoyed our day just as much as we did. It was just so special. The food was incredible and we wish we could re-live it all again. Thank you again.
Polly and Steve
Happy couple married in August
September 2024
The staff were kind and attentive yet somehow invisible!
Hi Steph     We just wanted to say thank you so much for everything you did on 16th August (and before!) to make our wedding run so smoothly. From help through the planning stages, to accommodating all our quirks and requests, to keeping everything running effortlessly well run on the day, we are so grateful to have had your help. We have had so many compliments about Rockbeare, but in particular the staff. They were kind and attentive yet somehow invisible! The food was incredible, people are still talking about the chocolate fondant dessert. The house gave us an amazing setting to celebrate with our loved ones, as well as providing an amazing backdrop for photos. It was honestly the best day of our lives, so thank you for your part in making it happen.
Steve Carter and Clare Hart
Happy couple married in July
September 2024
A seamless day from start to finish
Hi Melissa We just wanted to say a massive thank you to you personally and the rest of the Rockbeare team for the seamless day you created for our Wedding last Friday, everyone commented on the Lovely venue, rooms, great food and how well run it was, which is a fantastic compliment to you all. We both had an incredible day and we can’t thank you enough for ensuring this happened, you are a real asset to Rockbeare Manor ! Best wishes for the future of which we hope is successful. Thanks again
Kevin & Erynn
Happy couple married in July
September 2024
Rockbeare Manor is exceptional!
Hi Leah We just wanted to thank you again for the faultless organisation and commitment to making our special day so incredibly smooth. I’ve had countless amounts of guests coming up to me and commenting on how it’s the best wedding (and evening reception) that they’ve ever been to, and many more feeding back how amazing the food was. We could not have dreamt of a more beautiful day, which was obviously helped massively with the weather, but also the dedication and professionalism of your team, who are an absolute asset. We looked at a few venues, but Rockbeare was our first, and we found that with subsequent venues we were always comparing with Rockbeare, which told us in our minds and hearts that it would be the right venue for us. We are so glad we decided to spend our special day with you.
Lydia & Chris
Happy couple married in July
September 2024
We had the best day ever
Hi Melissa We just wanted to email to say thank you so much for helping on our day! You were incredible, so organised and calm and that helped us relax so much as we just felt we could trust that you would sort everything out - which you did! We had the best day ever, we wouldn't have changed anything and we have spent all of Saturday and most of today still talking about it! We had so many compliments on the venue and on how helpful literally all the staff were, which made it extra special. My mum even said how lovely the house keepers were. Thank you so much again!
Lydia & Chris
Happy couple married in July
September 2024
We had the best day ever
Hi Melissa We just wanted to email to say thank you so much for helping on our day! You were incredible, so organised and calm and that helped us relax so much as we just felt we could trust that you would sort everything out - which you did! We had the best day ever, we wouldn't have changed anything and we have spent all of Saturday and most of today still talking about it! We had so many compliments on the venue and on how helpful literally all the staff were, which made it extra special. My mum even said how lovely the house keepers were. Thank you so much again!
Ashleigh and Chris
Happy couple married in June
September 2024
Truly incredible!
Dear Davy, Now that the madness of the wedding is over, we just wanted to take the time to say thank you so much for absolutely everything. We knew that the staff and the venue were exceptional from the moment we booked you, but the actual day truly exceeded our expectations and then some. I am sure that there are countless people working away in the background that also deserve our profound thanks, but it to you that we wish to extend the biggest thanks of all - you have been relentless in your dedication to our happiness and our vision for the day. Thank you so much, there are no words. We can tell that it is not just a job for you, but a calling. There really no other words to describe what you did for us, and what keeps you showing up for work every single day making people feel like they are the only wedding you are overseeing, when in reality, we know that there are countless. We may only be one of the many weddings you will be a part of this year (or this decade!) but this will be our only one, and you really made us feel for the whole year like our wedding was the only one in the world. Thank you again, and I hope you enjoy the rest of the wedding season and that you, and Rockbeare, continue to receive all the accolades that you so truly deserve.

Location & Contact Details for Rockbeare Manor

Wedding Venue Address

Rockbeare, Exeter, Devon, EX5 2FE, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

Although when at Rockbeare Manor you are surrounded by countryside and the most stunning of views, our very special wedding venue is just a 7 minute drive from the M5, and 15 minutes outside of Exeter.

Nearest Town

Exeter

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M5 J29

Nearest Train Station

Cranbrook

Nearest Airport

Exeter
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FAQs
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Rockbeare Manor?

It really is almost impossible to answer - every wedding is wonderful! The bond we form with the Brides and Grooms is really unique which makes it all the more special on the day. The very first wedding we ever did, in August 2016 was amazing though. It went so smoothly, without a hitch and it was a very memorable moment.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Make sure that your photographer comes recommended (your venue will always be able to help with this), and if budget allows, hire a videographer too. These will be the two things that will mean that you will be able to look back and relive your wedding day over and over. And, trust your suppliers. They are the experts and will be the ones that will make your wedding run like a dream.

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

It's the personal details that make each and every wedding so memorable. One of my favourites was when the Bride and Groom (who had got engaged on a llama treck and generally loved the gentle animals) invited two llamas along for the group photos during the drinks reception. They had pretty floral hoops around their necks and it was certainly a talking point that day!

Describe Rockbeare Manor in 5 adjectives

Immaculate, Welcoming, Luxurious, Historic, Uncluttered

Where’s the best photo spot at Rockbeare Manor?

You can't beat a photo at the front of Rockbeare Manor. Our Grade I listed house is so pretty - and it looks almost like something out of a Jane Austin period drama - it really is the perfect photo backdrop. But, I also love a photo of the newlyweds along our driveway, especially in Autumn - the colours are amazing!

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Rockbeare Manor?

Guests have included Olympians Tom Daley and Tonia Couch as well as singer Joss Stone.

What’s your favourite canapé?

It's hard to choose but my favourite two would be the 'fillet of beef pan-fried in Dijon cream, on crostini' and also 'sesame halloumi with chilli jam' which is a really great vegetarian option.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Chocolate! Always. Our chefs make the most wonderful chocolate brownie which is very hard to resist.

What is Rockbeare Manor most unique feature?

Rockbeare Manor is special in many ways - but the Manor House itself is so striking and instantly recognisable. It looks like something out of a period drama - picture perfect and the most stunning of backdrops for a wedding.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

The team! They are amazing, and will go above and beyond for our Brides and Grooms. The level of service they provide is second to none.
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