Description
Tucked away in the heart of Bedfordshire, Shortmead House offers you a secret, sacred space that's perfect for creating your very own flavour of life-long memories.
A place that feels like your own private villa in the South of France, yet is just 40 minutes from London by train.
And it’s yours to make your own.
So take a moment to imagine the perfect celebration of your love and union...
What do you see?
What music sounds and music do you hear?
What fragrances greet you?
What delicious food are you enjoying?
Who are you dancing with...hugging...sharing laughter with?
What did you come up with?
Are you three-course formal, or barefoot elegance? Maybe botanical luxury or cinematic charm.
Or are you fun and games with street food and BBQ?
Well, whether you’re imagining a sun-drenched summer celebration by the pool, or a magical autumn ceremony among fire-lit gardens, every season here offers its own kind of magic.
And Shortmead is ready to honour your love and your dreaming.
What makes a Shortmead Wedding unique?
A Venue You Make Your Own
With 24 acres of manicured gardens and hidden nooks, you’re not confined to one look or layout.
Create your day your way — relaxed or refined, opulent or organic.
Ceremony under the Passion Flower vines? Champagne by the pool? Dancing in the Courtyard? Yes. Yes…and YES!
A Story-Rich Estate
With roots tracing back to 1543, Shortmead carries centuries of stories. But this chapter is yours. Couples often say they can feel the love held in these walls — and how it seems to bless their day with something deeper.
Designed for Connection
Shortmead is intentionally intimate. Not huge, not corporate, not one-size-fits-all. It’s a place where you can slow down, stay present, and savour every glance, laugh, tear, and kiss.
A Seamless Experience
We care deeply about your experience — from your first visit to your final dance. Licensed for civil ceremonies and receptions, with on-site dining for up to 190 guests, we offer total flexibility — and total support. Our team is warm, responsive, and grounded in years of experience.
Whether you’re dreaming of a twilight ceremony beneath the trees, a sun-drenched marquee celebration, or a weekend escape with those you love most, Shortmead holds it beautifully.
Shortmead is where your modern love meets timeless soul and breath-taking beauty
Arrange a private tour or contact us directly to explore your dream wedding at Shortmead House.
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Reviews (1)
- MMrs Russell23/12/2025Happy ever after Happy ever afterOur wedding at Shortmead House in Biggleswade was absolutely Beautiful!!It rained on out day but that made no difference Lee & Esme made sure everything was just perfect. We had our Own caterers and the venue accommodated everything we needed. I had 12 Bridesmaids and 9 groomesmen this venue was great for my huge wedding party . I had a very large wedding and everything ran smoothly.I had the cottage for the night before and night of my wedding that was a little Gem. Well worth the money and I would do it all over again . Thanks Shortmead for the best wedding I could of imagined.Our wedding at Shortmead House in Biggleswade was absolutely Beautiful!!It rained on out day but that made no difference Lee & Esme made sure everything was just perfect. We had our Own caterers and the venue accommodated everything we needed. I had 12 Bridesmaids and 9 groomesmen this venue was great for my huge wedding party . I had a very large wedding and everything ran smoothly.I had the cottage for the night before and night of my wedding that was a little Gem. Well worth the money and I would do it all over again . Thanks Shortmead for the best wedding I could of imagined.
Why should I choose Shortmead as my wedding venue?
Let's be real - there are hundreds of incredible venues...so why Shortmead.
For us, it's one word: Care.
We are a family business who have been running weddings on the site for 20+ years. This means we can keep the personal touch.
And we have a really beautiful and adaptable venue - truly a space you can make your own.
We are not as big or as cheap or as fancy as some places.
But we are a team who absolutely loves hosting incredible weddings - and helping the world to become a more loving place.
We get to know you and the brilliantly unique vision you have for your wedding and how you want to honour and celebrate your love...and then we work with you to transform our space into your place for your big day.
Because we care. And we believe that's the one thing that all great weddings are built on.
What is included in the venue hire?
We like to keep things simple.
Where other venues may charge you separately for things like tables and chairs and glasses etc...
We think it's easier if you just have one price and you know what you're getting.
So as a general rule, the price we quote you for venue hire will be the one you pay - and any extras like drinks packages and pool hire will be outlined in your estimate before you pay your deposit.
What is the capacity of the venue?
We have different spaces and capacity to suite all wedding/event requirements and this is detailed in our brochure.
We are licensed for ceremonies of up to 120 guests, but the site can comfortably manage around 200.