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£2,600 - £3,900 for Venue Hire
Up to 250
Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence
Description
Description
Home to the Christie family, Tapeley Park & Gardens sits proudly on a hill overlooking the River Torridge and the North Devon coastline. Tapeley Park & Gardens is home to the most beautiful gardens, boasting a variety of attractions including a lake, ponds, old woodland and a number of fields for Christie’s livestock to graze. It’s truly a sight worth seeing.
In fair weather, couples can have their wedding ceremony in the Italian Gardens in ‘The Toot’. The gardens provide a magical backdrop for your wedding photos and the rambling grounds of the estate and children’s play area provide a perfect distraction for younger guests too!
Make the beautiful red brick steps down into the Italian gardens your wedding aisle then say “I Do” under the beautiful arches in ‘The Toot’.
The grounds of Tapeley Park & Gardens are the perfect venue for all events and weddings; there are indoor and outdoor venue options suitable for all occasions. We strongly encourage you to make an appointment with us to come and view this venue for yourself, no words or pictures can do justice to this incredible wedding venue.
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: Nigel
To The Happy Couple, Congratulations on your Engagement!
Thank you for your interest in Tapeley Park.
We are sure that upon visiting the grounds you will fall in love with the magic the place has to offer. It isn't often you find a wedding venue that has a Sea View, Italian Gardens, Rustic Barn and lawns large enough for a 250 person marquee. We have all the facilities needed to help you create your dream wedding reception and ceremony. Tapeley Park is elegant luxury at an affordable price.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2000
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
1
Overview of Tapeley Park
Wedding Venue Type
Country House / Manor House
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
250
Reception Capacity
250
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Sound System Available
Wedding Licence
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Confetti Permitted
Wedding Venue Details
Water View
Grade I/II Listed Building
Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Marquee Permitted
Pet Friendly
Disabled Access
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator
Wedding Catering
Alcohol Licence
External Catering Permitted
No Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
Cultural Specialists
Other
Pricing for Tapeley Park
Pricing for Tapeley Park
Venue Hire Only
Prices Start At
£2,600
Maximum Price
£3,900
The price includes exclusive use of Tapeley Park for 3 days and we have 2 options for hire.
Firstly being our Barn that hosts intimate weddings for up to 60 guests at the cost of £2100.
Second, being a Marquee placed on the front lawn in front of the house with views over the estuary catering for up to 300 guests. Tapeley Park will support you in finding the right sized marquee for your wedding party.
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Day before set up available
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Location & Contact Details for Tapeley Park
Location & Contact Details for Tapeley Park
Travel Notes
Tapeley Park is located between Bideford and Barnstaple, near the village of Instow. Visitors can follow brown tourist signs from the A39 onto the B3233 (please note if you use the post code in Sat Nav you will be directed to the incorrect entrance). The Tapeley Garden entrance is just beyond the turning sign posted to Westleigh Village, coming from the Bideford direction.
Nearest Town
Bideford 1 mile
Nearest Motorway & Junction
J27 M5
Nearest Train Station
Barnstaple 8 miles
Nearest Airport
Exeter
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FAQs
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Tapeley Park?
It's impossible to choose! Although our grounds have a charming character, every couple puts their own personal touches in, making each wedding so unique and perfect.
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
In the most stressful moments, try and seek some joy in the moment as you will look back on this time and want to remember it positively. Your wedding day is more than just one singular event but is your beautiful journey to your future as a married couple
Describe Tapeley Park in 5 adjectives
Luxury, Magical, Elegant, Affordable, Unique.
Where’s the best photo spot at Tapeley Park?
We have so many but the bride coming down the red brick steps into the Italian garden is very special. For the newly married couple I always recommend a picture on the front lawn over looking the Sea.
What is Tapeley Park most unique feature?
We are one of the few venues to have Sea Views as well as beautiful Italian Gardens. Rustic Barn can hold up to 70 persons and the front lawn with magnificent views on the sea is large enough for a 300 person marquee.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
Our price; couples are always pleasantly surprised to hear how reasonable we are. We pride ourselves on reasonable and affordable pricing, allowing all Brides to live our their Luxury Wedding... and leaving more money for that dream dress!