Notley Abbey

Welcome to Notley Abbey - The honey-hued hideaway near Oxford where every stone tells a story. Notley Abbey is a n exclusive-use h istoric wedding venue on the Buckinghamshire-Oxfordshire Border. Drive up the tree-lined driveway and the Buckinghamshire countryside unfolds around you until Notley Abbey appears - a 13th-century abbey with secluded riverside grounds and centuries of history in its walls. Once the romantic home of Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh, where everyone from Marilyn Monroe to Noël Coward came to celebrate, it's a place where grandeur meets intimacy, and glamour feels effortless. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a celebration for 250, Notley is the perfect stage for your extr aordinary celebration. The Setting At Notley Abbey, the entire house and grounds are exclusively yours for the day and night of your wedding. Nestled within secluded riverside grounds adorned with lavender, the Abbey captures your heart from the moment you arrive. With licensed ceremony spaces both inside and out, you choose the setting that feels right for you . The Ceremony The Abbott's Hall is steeped in history — once Sir Laurence Olivier's drawing room, it features a hidden staircase leading to a 15th-century turret. Intimate and romantic, it's perfect for ceremonies of up to 110. For larger celebrations, the Monks' Refectory accommodates up to 164 for your ceremony or wedding breakfast, and up to 250 for your evening reception. With its barn-like architecture, floor-to-ceiling glass flooding the space with natural light, and glittering chandeliers adding a touch of glamour, it blends centuries of history with modern elegance. I f you've always imagined saying your vows outdoors, the Walled Garden offers a picture-perfect English setting – historic stone walls, lush greenery, and romance at every turn. Capacity & Accommodation Notley Abbey welcomes up to 164 guests for your ceremony and wedding breakfast, and up to 250 for your evening celebration. After the last dance, retire to the Notley Suite – complete with a romantic four-poster bed just steps from the festivities – while your nearest and dearest retreat to one of nine beautifully appointed bedrooms, each named after the famous faces who've partied here over the years (Marilyn Monroe included). The following morning, gather for a relaxed breakfast together – the perfect chance to relive the highlights before everyone heads home. Harper Kitchens Exceptional food is at the heart of celebrations at Notley Abbey. Harper Kitchens is led by Executive Chef Lionel Jouanet , who previously worked at The Dorchester, creating menus with a focus on flavour and seasonality. We work with trusted suppliers who share our focus on quality and provenance – local family butchers, artisan smokehouses, seasonal produce – to create generous, flavourful dishes that people remember long after the day. Your wedding includes the Harper Tasting Experience: a chef's selection of starters, mains and desserts, alongside a range of drinks, so you can make the perfect choices for your day. Your Day, Your Way We believe your wedding should feel wonderfully personal – so we give you the tools and support to make it truly yours . You'll have your own online wedding planner, where you can manage details, track decisions, and keep everything in one place. You'll also have dedicated support from our in-house planning team, with meetings included throughout your journey from booking to the big day. And when it comes to the finishing touches , our carefully curated collection of Harper Partners – photographers, florists, entertainment and more – know Notley Abbey inside out and can help bring your Pinterest board to life. The Harper Weddings Collection Notley Abbey is part of Harper Weddings, a family-owned company that also runs Botleys Mansion in Surrey and Cain Manor on the Surrey-Hampshire border. After more than 25 years of hosting weddings, we know how to create celebrations that reflect who you are as a couple - and that's what we'd love to help you create. Visit Notley Abbey Download our brochure and pricing from our website, or — better still — come and see Notley Abbey for yourself. Book a visit on our website or get in touch.