Notley Abbey

Notley Abbey Medieval masterpiece with film set looks and an A-list history, offering expert wedding planning and

Notley Abbey is a romantic medieval country residence marrying historic charm and beauty with 21st century style. Long after the 12th century monks left the cloisters, Hollywood legends of stage and screen Laurence Olivier & Vivien Leigh made Notley Abbey their home, inviting many famous faces to visit including Marilyn Monroe and Humphrey Bogart. The grand stone barn Banqueting Hall is perfect fo

r wedding breakfasts for between 40-190 guests. Notley Abbey is licensed for civil ceremonies both indoors and outside in the charming gardens that will take your breath away.

Did you know we host Christmas Parties too?! ๐ŸŽ„ When you book an event with Harper Weddings, you are not only booking the...
17/09/2024

Did you know we host Christmas Parties too?! ๐ŸŽ„

When you book an event with Harper Weddings, you are not only booking the house, but you are also booking the expertise and service of our experienced planners, hosts and chefs. From the big picture to the tiniest detail, we take care of it all, supporting you in planning your event to perfection.

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๐Ÿšจย Just in, cocktail towers trendingย ๐ŸšจIsn't this a WOW moment? But the real question is, what will you choose for your to...
10/09/2024

๐Ÿšจย Just in, cocktail towers trendingย ๐Ÿšจ

Isn't this a WOW moment? But the real question is, what will you choose for your tower? Are you a classy Champagne or a modern martini couple?

Vote for your choice!

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27/08/2024
Itโ€™s not too late to celebrate your 2024 wedding at Notley Abbey. Lucky couples will not only celebrate at the venue of ...
16/08/2024

Itโ€™s not too late to celebrate your 2024 wedding at Notley Abbey. Lucky couples will not only celebrate at the venue of their dreams, but also take advantage of 50% venue hire discount, including weekends AND weโ€™ll also include a complimentary, highly recommended evening DJ to keep you and your guests dancing all night long!

We canโ€™t wait to show you around. Book your tour via our website (link in bio).

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Summer is finally here, but we can't help but think about Autumn and Winter... The roaring fires and glittering chandeli...
02/08/2024

Summer is finally here, but we can't help but think about Autumn and Winter... The roaring fires and glittering chandeliers make Notley Abbey the perfect setting for your special day. We've got a special offer that might take your fancy too!

Explore Notley Abbey on a private tour, discuss your plans and ideas, and allow our team of professionals to help bring your vision to life. Something extra special could be waiting for you if you're planning to get married this year too... ๐Ÿฅ‚

Book your visit here:
https://harperweddingvenues.co.uk/book-a-visit/

Sunday 4th August
Saturday 10th August
Sunday 11th August
Sunday 18th August
Bank Holiday Monday 26th August

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Join us this June for a private tour to explore the house and grounds as you begin to picture your dream wedding unfold ...
01/07/2024

Join us this June for a private tour to explore the house and grounds as you begin to picture your dream wedding unfold ๐Ÿ’

Book a visit via our website (link in bio) and receive instant confirmation!

Sunday 14th

Of course if these dates donโ€™t work for your diary please contact us for further availability.

We look forward to welcoming you! ๐Ÿฅ‚

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Join us this June for a private tour to explore the house and grounds as you begin to picture your dream wedding unfold ...
04/06/2024

Join us this June for a private tour to explore the house and grounds as you begin to picture your dream wedding unfold ๐Ÿ’

Book a visit via our website (link in bio) and receive instant confirmation!

Sunday 9th
Sunday 16th
Saturday 22nd
Sunday 23rd

Of course if these dates donโ€™t work for your diary please contact us for further availability.

We look forward to welcoming you! ๐Ÿฅ‚

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Love is in full bloom at Notley Abbey! ๐ŸŒธ Join us for a private tour to explore the house and grounds as you begin to pic...
03/05/2024

Love is in full bloom at Notley Abbey! ๐ŸŒธ Join us for a private tour to explore the house and grounds as you begin to picture your dream wedding unfold ๐Ÿ’

Book a visit via our website (link in bio) and receive instant confirmation!

Sunday 12th
Sunday 19th

Of course if these dates donโ€™t work for your diary please contact us for further availability.

We look forward to welcoming you! ๐Ÿฅ‚

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April (confetti) showers incoming and we can't wait to show around the venue of your dreams! Explore Notley Abbey on a p...
05/04/2024

April (confetti) showers incoming and we can't wait to show around the venue of your dreams!

Explore Notley Abbey on a private tour, discuss your plans and ideas, and allow our team of professionals to help bring your vision to life. Something extra special could be waiting for you if you're planning to get married this year too... ๐Ÿฅ‚

Book your visit here:
https://harperweddingvenues.co.uk/book-a-visit/

Sunday 7th April
Sunday 14th April
Saturday 27th April
Sunday 28th April

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Spring is almost upon us and we can't wait to show you around the venue of your dreams! ๐ŸŒทExplore Notley Abbey on a priva...
01/03/2024

Spring is almost upon us and we can't wait to show you around the venue of your dreams! ๐ŸŒท

Explore Notley Abbey on a private tour, discuss your plans and ideas, and allow our team of professionals to help bring your vision to life. Something extra special could be waiting for you if you're planning to get married this year too... ๐Ÿฅ‚

Book your visit here:
https://harperweddingvenues.co.uk/book-a-visit/

Saturday 2nd March
Sunday 3rd March
Saturday 9th March
Sunday 10th March
Saturday 16th March
Sunday 17th March
Sunday 24th March
Saturday 30th March
Sunday 31st March

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It's the season of love and time to say YES! to your dream wedding venue โ™ฅ๏ธExplore Notley Abbey on a private tour, discu...
01/02/2024

It's the season of love and time to say YES! to your dream wedding venue โ™ฅ๏ธ

Explore Notley Abbey on a private tour, discuss your plans and ideas, and allow our team of professionals to help bring your vision to life. Something extra special could be waiting for you if you're planning to get married this year too... ๐Ÿฅ‚

Book your visit here:
https://harperweddingvenues.co.uk/book-a-visit/

Saturday 3rd February
Sunday 4th February
Sunday 11th February
Saturday 17th February
Sunday 18th February
Saturday 24th February
Sunday 25th February

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Happy New Year! ๐Ÿฅ‚ Come along to a January Open House for a personal tour of the wedding venue of your dreams! Choose you...
01/01/2024

Happy New Year! ๐Ÿฅ‚ Come along to a January Open House for a personal tour of the wedding venue of your dreams! Choose your preferred date on the link in our bio or contact us and we will be ready for you, glass of fizz in hand.

Saturday 6th January
Sunday 7th January
Saturday 13th January
Sunday 14th January
Saturday 20th January
Sunday 21st January
Saturday 27th January
Sunday 28th January

Explore the house on a private tour set up for a wedding day, discuss your plans and ideas, and share your vision for your special day.

โœจ Exclusively yours for 24hr hire
๐Ÿ’ Capacity range from 40-164 for ceremony & banquet
๐Ÿพ Up to 250 for evening reception
๐Ÿ’ค 1 Bridal Suite and 8 guest bedrooms
๐Ÿค Specialist planning support

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Come along to a December Open House for a personal tour of the wedding venue of your dreams! Choose your preferred date ...
04/12/2023

Come along to a December Open House for a personal tour of the wedding venue of your dreams! Choose your preferred date on the link in our bio or contact us and we will be ready for you, glass of fizz in hand.

Saturday 9th December
Sunday 10th December
Saturday 16th December
Sunday 17th December
Saturday 23rd December
Saturday 30th December
Sunday 31st December

Explore the house on a private tour set up for a wedding day, discuss your plans and ideas, and share your vision for your special day.

โœจ Exclusively yours for 24hr hire
๐Ÿ’ Capacity range from 40-164 for ceremony & banquet
๐Ÿพ Up to 250 for evening reception
๐Ÿ’ค 1 Bridal Suite and 8 guest bedrooms
๐Ÿค Specialist planning support

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Come along to a November Open House for a personal tour of the wedding venue of your dreams! Choose your preferred date ...
31/10/2023

Come along to a November Open House for a personal tour of the wedding venue of your dreams! Choose your preferred date on the link in our bio or contact us and we will be ready for you, glass of fizz in hand.

Saturday 11th November
Sunday 12th November
Saturday 18th November
Sunday 19th November
Sunday 26th November

Explore the house on a private tour set up for a wedding day, discuss your plans and ideas, and share your vision for your special day.

โœจ Exclusively yours for 24hr hire
๐Ÿ’ Capacity range from 40-164 for ceremony & banquet
๐Ÿพ Up to 250 for evening reception
๐Ÿ’ค 1 Bridal Suite and 8 guest bedrooms
๐Ÿค Specialist planning support

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๐ŸŒŸ Discover the Magic of Notley Abbey! ๐ŸŒŸCalling all brides and grooms-to-be! Your fairytale wedding starts here. โœจ Join u...
06/10/2023

๐ŸŒŸ Discover the Magic of Notley Abbey! ๐ŸŒŸ

Calling all brides and grooms-to-be! Your fairytale wedding starts here. โœจ Join us on 7th and 8th of October for a very special Open Day weekend. ๐Ÿ’

Explore the house

Step into a world of timeless elegance as you wander through our historic rooms, enchanting gardens, and awe-inspiring spaces that have witnessed countless love stories. From the moment you arrive, you'll be captivated by the charm that only Notley Abbey can offer.

Meet Our Expert Team

Share what your dream day looks like and let our dedicated team of wedding experts provide inspiration and help you visualise your perfect day. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, we have the experience and passion to make your wedding dreams a reality.

โœจ Save the Date โœจ

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Date: 7th and 8th October

๐Ÿ•’ Time: from 9.30am

๐Ÿ“ Location: Notley Abbey

Aylesbury Rd, Haddenham, Long Crendon, Aylesbury HP17 8TN

Don't miss out on this chance to fall in love with the perfect backdrop to your love story. Tag your partner and mark your calendars! RSVP today to secure your spot - link in bio, or get in touch with the team at [email protected]

Come along to a October Open House for a personal tour of the wedding venue of your dreams! Choose your preferred date o...
29/09/2023

Come along to a October Open House for a personal tour of the wedding venue of your dreams! Choose your preferred date on the link in our bio or contact us and we will be ready for you, glass of fizz in hand.

Sunday 1st October
Saturday 7th October
Sunday 8th October
Saturday 14th October
Sunday 15th October
Saturday 21st October
Sunday 22nd October
Saturday 28th October
Sunday 29th October

Explore the house on a private tour set up for a wedding day, discuss your plans and ideas, and share your vision for your special day.

โœจ Exclusively yours for 24hr hire
๐Ÿ’ Capacity range from 40-164 for ceremony & banquet
๐Ÿพ Up to 250 for evening reception
๐Ÿ’ค 1 Bridal Suite and 8 guest bedrooms
๐Ÿค Specialist planning support

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Come along to a September Open House for a personal tour of the wedding venue of your dreams! Choose your preferred date...
01/09/2023

Come along to a September Open House for a personal tour of the wedding venue of your dreams! Choose your preferred date on the link in our bio or contact us and we will be ready for you, glass of fizz in hand.

Sunday 3rd September
Saturday 9th September
Sunday 10th September
Sunday 17th September
Sunday 24th September

Explore the house on a private tour set up for a wedding day, discuss your plans and ideas, and share your vision for your special day.

โœจ Exclusively yours for 24hr hire
๐Ÿ’ Capacity range from 40-164 for ceremony & banquet
๐Ÿพ Up to 250 for evening reception
๐Ÿ’ค 1 Bridal Suite and 8 guest bedrooms
๐Ÿค Specialist planning support

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Come along to a June Open House for a personal tour of the wedding venue of your dreams! Choose your preferred date on t...
06/06/2023

Come along to a June Open House for a personal tour of the wedding venue of your dreams! Choose your preferred date on the link in our bio or contact us and we will be ready for you, glass of fizz in hand.

Sunday 11th June
Sunday 18th June
Sunday 25th June

Explore the house on a private tour set up for a wedding day, discuss your plans and ideas, and share your vision for your special day.

โœจExclusively yours for 24hr hire
๐Ÿ’ Capacity range from 40-164 for ceremony & banquet
๐Ÿพ Up to 250 for evening reception
๐Ÿ’ค 1 Bridal Suite and 8 guest bedrooms
๐Ÿค Specialist planning support

Photographer: Suzy Elizabeth Photography

A stunning entrance, carefully considered table decor and a spectacular firework finish, Charlotte and Anthony's wedding...
01/04/2023

A stunning entrance, carefully considered table decor and a spectacular firework finish, Charlotte and Anthony's wedding definitely had the wow-factor! ๐Ÿ’โ 
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As featured on Rock My Wedding โ 
www.instagram.com/rockmywedding
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A special mention to all those involved ๐Ÿคโ 
Photographer: suzyelizabethphotographyโ 
Planner: louiseperryweddingsโ 
Florist: emmasoulsbyโ 
Hair & makeup: amandawhitemakeupโ 
Dress: ivory_wardrobeโ 
Suit: hawesandcurtisglobalโ 
Stationery: palepresslondonโ 
Cake: euthymiacakesโ 
Tablewear: duchessbutlerโ 
Childcare: safesoundeventsโ 
DJ: mattmauriceevents

Now that Spring has arrived, albeit with April showers, we look forward to inviting couples to explore all that our hous...
29/03/2023

Now that Spring has arrived, albeit with April showers, we look forward to inviting couples to explore all that our house and grounds have to offer.

If youโ€™re still looking for the perfect wedding venue then it would be our pleasure to welcome you to an Open House (by appointment only). Nothing beats seeing the venue in person to know whether youโ€™ve found the one, and this is the perfect opportunity to do just that. Tour the house set up for a wedding day, see the bedrooms, meet the team and enjoy a glass of something celebratory.

Our upcoming April Open House dates are:
2nd, 9th, 16th, 22nd and 23rd

If these dates donโ€™t suit your diary, please contact us for more availability.

Contact the team [email protected] to book your guided tour. We look forward to meeting you both ๐Ÿฅ‚

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Celebrating the wonderful Mums, Mums to be, Step Mums and Mother in Laws today ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ“ธ
19/03/2023

Celebrating the wonderful Mums, Mums to be, Step Mums and Mother in Laws today ๐Ÿค

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06/03/2023
As we edge closer to Spring, we look forward to inviting couples to explore all that the our house and grounds have to o...
02/03/2023

As we edge closer to Spring, we look forward to inviting couples to explore all that the our house and grounds have to offer.

If youโ€™re still looking for the perfect wedding venue then it would be our pleasure to welcome you to an Open House (by appointment only). Nothing beats seeing the venue in person to know whether youโ€™ve found the one, and this is the perfect opportunity to do just that. Tour the house set up for a wedding day, see the bedrooms, meet the team and enjoy a glass of something celebratory.

Our upcoming dates are:

March 4th, 5th, 18th and 26th

If these dates donโ€™t suit your diary, please contact us for more availability.

Follow the link in bio to book your guided tour. We look forward to meeting you both ๐Ÿฅ‚

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VAT-free in 2023 We know youโ€™d rather stay on cloud nine than think about the other numbers involved in planning your we...
14/02/2023

VAT-free in 2023

We know youโ€™d rather stay on cloud nine than think about the other numbers involved in planning your wedding. So today, in a heart-shaped gesture, weโ€™re waiving VAT on new 2023 weddings booked by 28th February - which makes this month an even better time to visit us. Happy Valentineโ€™s Day!

Follow link in bio to book your visit page ๐Ÿฅ‚

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For those recently engaged, we hope that youโ€™re enjoying getting stuck into wedding planning.   If youโ€™re still looking ...
01/02/2023

For those recently engaged, we hope that youโ€™re enjoying getting stuck into wedding planning. If youโ€™re still looking for the perfect wedding venue then it would be our pleasure to welcome you to our Open House this weekend (by appointment only). Nothing beats seeing the venue in real life to know whether youโ€™ve found the one, and this is the perfect opportunity to do just that. Tour the house set for a wedding day, see the bedrooms, meet the team and enjoy a glass of something celebratory.

Our upcoming dates are:

February 4th, 5th, 11th & 12th

If these dates donโ€™t work for you, please ask a member of the team for alternatives.

Follow the link in bio to book your guided tour. We look forward to meeting you both ๐Ÿฅ‚

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Congratulations to everyone newly engaged this new year! If youโ€™re already gathering ideas for your dream wedding, it wo...
12/01/2023

Congratulations to everyone newly engaged this new year! If youโ€™re already gathering ideas for your dream wedding, it would be our pleasure to welcome you to our Open House this weekend (by appointment). Nothing beats seeing the venue in real life to know whether youโ€™ve found the one, and this is the perfect opportunity to do just that. Tour the house set for a wedding day, see the bedrooms, meet the team and enjoy a glass of something celebratory.

Our upcoming dates are January 21st, 22nd and 29th (others are available if you canโ€™t make these).

Follow the link in bio to book your guided tour. We look forward to meeting you both ๐Ÿฅ‚

Harper Wedding Venues offer exclusive use, country houses wedding venues that have been carefully chosen because of a combination of characteristics that makes it an ideal home for your wedding celebration.

Our wedding showcase is the perfect opportunity meet the team, sample the food, and soak up the atmosphere of a house fi...
22/12/2022

Our wedding showcase is the perfect opportunity meet the team, sample the food, and soak up the atmosphere of a house filled with guests (enjoying drinks and canapรฉs with our compliments).โ  See the spaces set for celebration (with us as your guide, or on your own if you prefer).
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Hand-picked Harper partners will also be on hand to chat. Lights will twinkle, fires will roar, and hearts will be set โ€“ could yours be one of them?โ 
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Head to the bio link to book your place (each couple can bring two guests along, too). See you on the 15th!

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Honeymoon on the House?Thereโ€™s a lot of uncertainty out there at the moment, and booking your wedding is a big commitmen...
10/11/2022

Honeymoon on the House?

Thereโ€™s a lot of uncertainty out there at the moment, and booking your wedding is a big commitment. Would it help to know the honeymoonโ€™s taken care of, and that you have five nights in The Times โ€˜Coastal Hotel of the Yearโ€™ 2021 to look forward to, courtesy of your Harper Weddings venue? We think so. Check out theharper.co.uk and start looking forward to your trip to the Champagne Coast.

T&Cs โ€“ Harper Honeymoon includes 5 nightsโ€™ Bed and Breakfast (arriving the Sunday immediately following your wedding) in one of our Biggest+ Rooms, a celebratory bottle of fizz on arrival, a three-course meal with wine from our table dโ€™hรดte menu, and a coupleโ€™s massage during your stay. This offer is only available to couples confirming a 2023 wedding at a Harper Wedding Venue between 10th November and 31st December 2022.

The moment you turn into the tree-lined driveway and your heart gives you that little nudge. Our wedding showcase is the...
04/11/2022

The moment you turn into the tree-lined driveway and your heart gives you that little nudge.

Our wedding showcase is the perfect opportunity to fall in love all over again. See the spaces set for celebration (with us as your guide, or on your own if you prefer), meet the team, sample the food, and soak up the atmosphere of a house filled with guests (enjoying drinks and canapรฉs with our compliments).

Get swept off your feet at our showcase evening and go with your heart.

Head to our website to book your place (each couple can bring two guests along,too). See you on the 9th!

https://www.harperweddingvenues.co.uk/about-us/wedding-showcase/

A very happy 1 year anniversary to Sarah and Philip! We hope you have a lovely day celebrating ๐Ÿฅ‚โ โ ๐Ÿ“ธ
25/09/2022

A very happy 1 year anniversary to Sarah and Philip! We hope you have a lovely day celebrating ๐Ÿฅ‚โ 
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Aylesbury Road, Haddenham
Aylesbury
HP178TN

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Notley Abbey is a romantic medieval country residence marrying historic charm and beauty with 21st century style. Long after the 12th century monks left the cloisters, Hollywood legends of stage and screen Laurence Olivier & Vivien Leigh made Notley Abbey their home, inviting many famous faces to visit including Marilyn Monroe and Humphrey Bogart. The grand stone barn Banqueting Hall is perfect for wedding breakfasts for between 40-190 guests. Notley Abbey is licensed for civil ceremonies both indoors and outside in the charming gardens that will take your breath away.


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