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Lainston House, wedding venue in Hampshire, UK
Wedding Venue
Wedding Venue
4.9(59)

Lainston House

Sparsholt, Kings Worthy, Hampshire, SO21 2LT, Hampshire, UK

Guest capacity
2 to 200 guests
Per person from
Menus from £140

About Lainston House

Surrounded by 63 acres of picturesque grounds, Lainston House is a luxury hotel where dream wedding days become a reality. The beautiful Dawley Barn, historic main house, outside Wedding Pavilion and breahtaking grounds makes Lainston House the perfect setting to celebrate your marriage with your nearest and dearest. With 40 years of experience in hosting beautiful weddings Lainston House can promise you a fun-filled and memorable day. Facilities and Capacity Just two miles northwest of Winchester, Lainston House is a breathtakingly 17th Century country house that sits within 63 acres of vast Hampshire countryside. As you drive through the long, sweeping, tree-lined pathway, you are immediately transported to another time that is far away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Delicate archways and loggias frame the picture-perfect entrance, and a small amble reveals a beautiful 12th-century chapel ruin. With the mile-long avenue of lime trees as a backdrop, there are stunning photo opportunities all year round. For a wedding in the warmer months, you can picture guests sipping bubbly and savouring delicious canapés on the rolling lawns and terraces. Or, if it’s a winter wedding, guests can mingle in the perfectly appointed Drawing Room sipping mulled wine and enjoying the cosy opulence of the hotel. All of their rooms and suites are individually designed, so no two are the same. The beautiful Dawley Barn provides an elegant and spacious setting, comfortably seating up to 120 of your friends and family for your daytime celebration, with room to welcome as many as 200 guests as the festivities continue into the evening. Its characterful features and natural charm create a truly memorable backdrop for your special day. If you’re planning something smaller, our intimate spaces offer a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for a more personal celebration. These cosy rooms are ideal for gatherings of 10 to 40 guests, allowing you to share meaningful moments with the people who matter most. Services Offered Lainston House offers everything needed for a magical celebration that your guests will never forget. The dedicated team takes great pride in providing an all-inclusive service, ensuring every detail is taken care of and your guests feel truly looked after throughout your special days. From the moment you begin planning, your personal wedding manager will guide you through each step, offering expert support and helping bring your vision to life. On the day itself, an experienced operational manager will be by your side, making sure everything runs seamlessly so you can relax and enjoy every moment. After the celebrations, you and your guests can retreat to one of the glamorous guest rooms for an unforgettable overnight stay, followed by a mouth-watering breakfast the next morning, the perfect finale to your stay at Lainston House. Country House Weddings, Your Way At Lainston House, weddings are shaped by the couple’s vision, brought to life within the timeless charm of a luxury country estate. Whether an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, every moment is infused with a sense of exclusivity and warmth. The sweeping avenues, elegant architecture, and beautifully maintained grounds create a romantic canvas for unforgettable memories. Inside, character-filled rooms and refined spaces offer endless possibilities for personal touches, ensuring each celebration feels distinctly unique. With a team dedicated to thoughtful planning and seamless service, Lainston House offers a wedding experience that is not only breathtaking, but beautifully tailored to each couple’s story. Packages & Pricing Choose the perfect package for your special day. From intimate celebrations to full private hire, each option at Lainston House is designed to make your wedding truly unforgettable. Exclusively Yours – Full private hire of the entire estate for a completely personal, secluded celebration. Little Slice of Lainston – A flexible non-exclusive option offering all key wedding spaces without full venue hire. Winter Romance – A cosy seasonal package with warming drinks, a three-course wedding breakfast and evening bites. Winter Bliss – Exclusive-use winter wedding with 50 bedrooms and full private access to the house and grounds. Experience a celebration where elegance meets impeccable service.Lainston House transforms your wedding day into a sophisticated, unforgettable affair that you and your guests will treasure for a lifetime

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Styles & facilities

Historic
Marquees and tents
Woodland and festival
Large hotel
In the country
Barn
Unique weddings
Small hotel
Stately home
Tipis and yurts
Outdoor license
Civil ceremony licence
Fire ceremony
Wedding coordinator
Accessible facilities
DJ facilities
Live band facilities
Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Helipad
Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Exclusive use
Evening reception facilities
Alcohol licence
In-house catering
Fitness centre
Car parking
Seated meal facilities
Dance floor
Buffet meal facilities
Overnight accommodation for guests
Horse baraat permitted
Pet-friendly
Confetti permitted
Entertainment licence

Reviews

4.9(59)4.9/5 from 59 couple reviews

5/5 review

PotterAugust 2026

5.0

We had a day fi

5/5 review

HannahApril 2026

5.0

The team at Lainston house were so attentive and helped us with every step of planning our wedding. Lydia was so responsive with any queries we had, and was so kind and helpful! The whole team including Emily made the day run so smoot

5/5 review

DannielleNovember 2025

5.0

We got married in August 2025 and from start to finish the staff were incredibly helpful and professional, we had an amazing team work with us to cater for our weird and random requests. The day of the wedding ran seamlessly and the staff both blended in but also ensured there were so many special touches for us. Lydia, Emily, Nick and the team were brilliant and were honestly amazing throug

5/5 review

StaceyNovember 2024

5.0

The wedding planning with Sophie was easy and she answered and questions quickly. The star of Lainston Ho

5/5 review

SophieOctober 2024

5.0

The team at LH were incredible from start to finish. They were there to help every stay of the way and really made our day extra special. The staff are friendly and professional and couldn't do enough to help and were so invested in ensuring we had the perfect day. Their wedding manager, Sophie, was always quick to reply to our questions and queries and went above and bey

5/5 review

LouiseOctober 2024

5.0

We wanted a magical wedding and Lainston House provided the setting and team to make that happen. Sophie and the team provide all the planning materials and elements to consider so you feel supported throughout your wedding planning experience. They are also very accom

5/5 review

MarcusAugust 2024

5.0

Highly recommend Lainston House as a wedding venue: The setting is beautiful and can cater for varying group sizes. The food is excellent, with a good range of choice, and caters for diet

5/5 review

Lou H.November 2023

5.0

From the initial viewing I knew this would be the place we’d host our wedding party. Everything from the staff, the venue itself and even the weather was perfect! The food is amazing, I’d highly recommend eating in the restaurant, the cocktails are great and the staff are fantastic. Sophie was our go to person during planning and she and the team were great with answering our thousands of questions and keeping us updated. On the day of our wedding we had Ben on hand to help, nothing was too much trouble and he looked after everyone. All of my guests were so impressed with all of the staff and how easy the day went off. We had relative free rein over our decorations so it had taken us a long time to really nail down what we wanted. Seeing it all laid out brought tears to our eyes as we excitedly awaited everyone to see the table decorations. The food, went a treat! Everyone commented on how great the quality was and how much they enjoyed it. Everyone was also so great with our dog who was part of our wedding. He got snuck a snack or two and was throughly worn out by the end of the day. The rooms are a whole new level, very beautiful with fantastic views. Some of the rooms were also dog friendly which took a huge weight of our chest as well. There was a little welcome pack for him which was just so thoughtful. Our guests enjoyed their rooms, they are very clean and have good amenities. Breakfast next morning was lovely with a great atmosphere. Our day was overall fantastic and it really was a dream come true. My husband and I were so happy with everything. I w

5/5 review

KathrynNovember 2023

5.0

My stepdaughter and now son-in law chose Lainston House for their wedding day. What a fabulous choice they made! The Wedding Manager Sophie guided and advised them every step of the way, from the initial show-round, right up the the big day. Her help, professionalism and attention to detail was outstanding and very reassuring, especially as the happy couple live abroad. The wedding day itself was wonderful and went without a hitch. The Dawley Barn looked absolutely stunning for both the ceremony and the wedding Breakfast. We were looked after by Louis, the Outlets Manager, and his wonderful team throughout - nothing was too much trouble - but every member of staff we encountered was genuinely warm and friendly. The food was outstanding and many of our guests commented that it was some of the best food they had ever eaten. We can

5/5 review

ClareNovember 2023

5.0

Not only is this a truly stunning venue with picturesque grounds, the staff fantastic from front of house when you first check in to the fantastic chefs creating the wonderful food, nothing is to much trouble. The bedrooms are beautiful with luxurious bathrooms. Sophie the wedding planner is fantastic

5/5 review

BeckyDecember 2019

5.0

We would like to thank you and all your staff for such an incredibl

5/5 review

AlisonDecember 2019

5.0

We wanted to say how pleased we were with all the aspects of the day. We have had many compliments on the day. I would highlight the very rare ( these

5/5 review

AnonymousJuly 2019

5.0

Thank you so much for everything you did for us and for being the most amazing wedding venue where we have made lifelong memories! We

5/5 review

MrsApril 2019

5.0

I have so many compliments it's hard to know where to start! Firstly, the venue itself it stunning! The barn where we had our ceremony and meal was just lovely. The wedding was at Christmas so we had fairy lights and christmas tree galore, which made it feel extra cosy and even more special! Secondly, the team (led by Michelle, Katherine and Chris) were absolutely amazing every step of the way. Great at what they do and just genuinely lovely people! Thirdly, the food was delicious! I knew it would be from our menu tasting but we also had so many comments from guests on how much they enjoyed it. I couldn't have asked for more and can't wait to go back for our anniversary!

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