GREAT OAKS FROM LITTLE ACORNS GROW
At Southwood Hall you sow the seed and we will lovingly nurture it, together growing the perfect celebration for you to cherish.
It is all the little differences that build into something solid, dependable and completely unique.
SOUTHWOOD HALL IS SUCH A UNIQUE NORFOLK WEDDING VENUE
There are so many factors that shouldn’t be overlooked when choosing the venue that is right for you.
FREEDOM TO CHOOSE
We want to get to know you and to make your celebration unique without pressure to conform to set traditions or timelines. Together we will craft the perfect day. We are great listeners with lots of enthusiasm and knowledge to share. Ceremonies can take place in the morning, afternoon or evening. We have no minimum guest numbers and no minimum spends.
EXCLUSIVELY YOURS
There is no hotel open to the public, no restaurant to run and no uninvited guests at the bar, there are no residents sharing your space. No one will see you until you are ready to make your grand entrance and you can choose exactly when that will be. We will deliver a totally unique wedding just the way you want it.
WEDDING PLANNING
Experienced wedding coordinators support, inspire and encourage you during the wedding planning process. They happily share their passion, dedication and knowledge to help you, including at weekends and some evenings too. On your wedding day they are the maestros that conduct your wedding orchestra bringing everything together as planned. Don’t overlook the value of their familiar face being with you on the day!
FIRST IMPRESSIONS MATTER
As soon as your guests turn in the drive they’ll be wowed by the beautiful Grade II listed thatched Coronation Barn set amongst stunning country views. Uniformed staff will open the barn doors and your guests will be further impressed by the exposed rafters and polished oak floor enticing them to explore further to the terrace beyond.
LOCATION, SPACE & PRIVACY
Southwood Hall is set in several acres so there is plenty of space to enjoy. We have expansive lawns, formal gardens with box lined paths, meadows for cattle to graze creating a stunning countryside scene and ponds perfect for reflecting early evening light. We have spaces for all seasons and our sunsets are often spectacular.
TIME TO CELEBRATE
When you are having fun why limit your wedding to just one day? We are licensed to 1am (longer if you want an extension) so we won’t be locking the door at midnight (unless it’s Sunday). That’s a much longer party to enjoy! To make the most of the special family time your exclusive use can be extended to three days with 28 guests accommodated on site.
CEREMONIES
We have multiple ceremony areas for you to choose from. Inside Coronation Barn, under our Garden Rotunda, in our formal Secret Garden, in a rustic woodland setting and anywhere else your imagination dictates. Endless exclusive options. Don’t worry, the barn is always ready and a pretty special plan B if the weather dictates!
SUITABLE FOR ALL SEASONS
Underfloor heating is installed throughout the barn powered by an eco-friendly ground source heat system. The Cartshed Lodge also has ground source underfloor heating with air conditioning helping you to keep your cool during preparations. Guests staying in Southwood House and Butlers benefit from air source heating, everyone is so well cared for.
FAMILY CELEBRATIONS
We are available to help you celebrate every significant life moment. Whilst legal ceremonies must be led by Norfolk Registration Services a Celebrant, Minister or family friend can be called upon for blessings, vow renewals, naming ceremonies and funerals. Allowing us the privilege of hosting your family and friends, enabling you to relax and enjoy one of life’s most precious moments, is an honour and a huge responsibility that we cherish.
MULTIPLE DINING OPTIONS
Formal, informal, even al fresco! Our team are equally happy to serve formal three course wedding breakfasts inside the barn or informal options to guests seated outside. Delicious canapes, informal snacks, traditional wedding breakfasts, afternoon teas, family sharing meals or something completely informal, the choice is yours.
PROUDLY NORFOLK
Southwood Hall is part of a family farm in the heart of rural Broadland. Norfolk is a very special place with fantastic farms and coastal waters. We support local producers wherever possible and procure local ingredients challenging our chefs to create delicious dishes from scratch working alongside fellow farmers to offer you the best produce possible.
UPFRONT & ALL INCLUSIVE
Our prices are open to see on our pricing page and everything we think you will need is included within our hire fee. A Wedding Coordinator, our event day team, solid oak furniture, a choice of linens and crockery, cutlery and more. There are no hidden extras, no minimum guest numbers and no minimum catering spends.
COMPLIMENTARY EQUIPMENT
We have all the equipment required for memorable moments to be shared including a cinema standard projection screen and a stage for your performers. The barn can be decorated to suit your scheme and over the festive period we add giant trees and copper décor. Easels, table numbers, card box, cake stand, cake knife – everything we think you might need is included.
PHOTOGRAPHY SPOTS
Around every corner you will find another feature perfect for photography. There is a giant swing hung from a beautiful pear tree and garden structures that are beautiful by day and that cast romantic shadows by night. Specially commissioned garden furniture entices guests to relax and allows candid photography to capture every moment shared.
A HIDDEN GEM
You won’t find us at wedding shows and we don’t pay to advertise. We invest in our couples and giving the best service we can at every wedding letting our work speak for itself – we are fully booked by reputation alone and kindly recommended by so many wedding professionals.
TEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAMWORK
Southwood Hall is a very special place with a very special team at its heart, all determined to deliver the best event possible for you and your guests. Our dedicated team will help you every step of the way and are empowered to make a difference to your day in any way we can.
EXPERIENCE SHOWS
Our team is based at Southwood, is always on hand, is experienced and always works together. We do not use agency staff in our event day team meaning every person is knowledgeable, trained, ready and willing to look after you and your guests. We cherish the privilege of being selected to support your through a key life stage and honour the trust placed in us by fully immersing ourselves in the excitement of each family’s plans.
OUR FAMILY
Every Southwood Hall couple hold a special place in our memories and we hope it will always remain in your hearts. You will always be very welcome to come back, perhaps enjoy an anniversary picnic in the grounds and bring your children to show them where it all began. Your experience is not limited to one day.
SEE FOR YOURSELVES
You only have to turn into the drive to fall in love with Southwood Hall, there is nothing quite like seeing the beautiful barn and location in person.
We would love to welcome you for a visit so that you can meet the team, chat about your ideas and feel that ‘wow’ factor for yourselves while exploring the incredible options available to you.