Celebrate your perfect day in a very special wedding venue
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The Perfect Venuefor The Perfect DaySet in 10 acres of beautiful Woodland
For booking & enquires 01983 852374 or [email protected]
Our focus is you
With outdoor seating areas, BBQ area, outdoor heated pool, spacious lawns, woodland walks and being in close proximity to the beach and sea – we know
you’ll find everything you need from your wedding venue right here.
Everything you need, in one place
We will host a memorable reception for you and your guests; up to 50 inside the grade 2 listed mansion house and up to 150 in our marquee following a wedding at
the church of your choice. Book a full wedding service package, with a civil wedding or partnership, in one of our four licensed rooms. From weddings of the
rich and famous to the girl next door, our focus is you.
We will work with you to help create the wedding that you always imagined. With private use of the house and grounds you’ll get time to prepare for the big day,
help us with any of the tiny details that will make a big difference, or maybe you’ll find time to relax in our hot tub… You’ll also benefit from our advice and contacts. We can arrange anything from flowers, cakes, marquee dressing, ordering wine,
chefs. Even arranging activities such as a couples massage, pamper sessions, fishing boat trips, zorbing or golf.
Contact our Wedding Planner on 01983 852374 to arrange a viewing, meet our Chef and talk through your plans. Contact us by email
For booking & enquires 01983 852374 or [email protected]
The VenueBuilt in 1824 and set in 10 acres of beautiful woodland, East Dene Isle of Wight wedding venue is a tribute to Victorian splendour. The past home of Algernon Swinburne – Poet and Raconteur – it is a treasure trove of history, through its time as the Convent of the Sacred Heart and as a Country Hotel.
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Adjacent to the 11th Century chapel of St Boniface,
Bonchurch and the centre of village life for generations –
you’ll find everything you need from your wedding venue in
one place.
On The Isle of Wight, the most magical of British islands, soak up the view from our
south facing lawns and gardens. Breathe easy,
sit a while and take things a little more slowly.
The Drawing Room and Dining Room are full of
original features with ornately decorated ceilings and
wooden panelling. They are scrumptiously Victorian,
providing a perfect backdrop.
A Stunning Location Beautiful Sea Views Spacious Dining Areas
“You turned our dream into a reality”Thank you so much for your attention to detail, especially in the dining room, which made people gasp – it was so right. The food was wonderful and your hospitality so personal, we felt that we were special guests in your own home. Thank you for making our day superb in every respect.
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We love Design it Yourself weddings, working together with you, your family & friends; we’ll help you put together your perfect day. In fact, we are delighted when you do
that. Some of our most memorable weddings have been with the Mother of the Bride hanging out the bunting, Grandad building the Skittle Alley and University Friends
helping dress the tables.
Design it Yourself
Packages & Prices
We have designed a range of wedding packages to suit your wishes, and budget. From all inclusive packages, providing everything you need for your special
celebration, to a Victorian Afternoon Tea or Intimate Supper.
East Dene is an ideal venue for your Winter wedding. Enjoy cosy open fires and hot spiced wine in a comfortable, candle lit, romantic ‘home from home’.
Helping to create The Perfect Wedding
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Please note: These package can be tailored to your needs so please get in touch with us to discuss your requirements
Availability: You can hire East Dene for your wedding September through to May. In June, July & August we are unable to host weddings and events.
Wedding Packages & Prices
Intimate
£354030 Guests
Ceremony Room Hire ChargeBucks Fizz and Canapés on arrival or a
glass of House Champagne to toast the Happy Couple
Two Course Wedding BreakfastHalf a bottle of House Wine with
your mealSparkling and Still Mineral Water
A private room to dressIvory Chair & Table Covers
B&B for 2 guests
Family
£599948 Guests
Private use of House & Grounds from 4pm on the Wedding Eve
Red Carpet on ArrivalPianist
Ceremony Room Hire ChargeBucks Fizz Reception and Canapés or a glass of House Champagne to toast the
Happy CoupleThree Course Wedding BreakfastHalf a bottle of House Wine with
your mealSparkling and Still Mineral Water
A private room to dressIvory Chair & Table Covers
Table PlanCoffee & Mints
B&B for up to 6 guestsPost Wedding Full English Breakfast
option available to add
Celebration
£9360110 Guests
Private use of House & Grounds from 4pm on the Wedding Eve
Red Carpet on ArrivalMaster of Ceremonies during your Day
PianistCeremony Room Hire Charge
Bucks Fizz Reception and CanapésFour Course Wedding BreakfastHalf a bottle of house wine with
your mealSparkling and Still Mineral Water
A glass of House Champagne to Toast the Happy Couple
A private room to dressIvory Chair & Table Covers and your
Choice of Organza SashTable Plan
Coffee & MintsServing of the Wedding Cake
B&B for up to 10 guestsPost Wedding Full English Breakfast
option available free, for up to 20 guests
WEDDING PACKAGESfor 30 guests starting at
£3540
CEREMONY ONLYfrom only
£600
VENUE HIREprivate use of house & grounds
£3300
Our Packages
A standard wedding planning and administration charge of £220 is added to all bookings apart from family and celebration package. Use of venue begins at 8am on day of wedding unless otherwise stated.
Additional marquee hire, registrar and licensing fees may apply.
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Food & Drink
We cater to any diet, likes and dislikes or religious observance. We design our menus around your wedding and with fantastic food producers on the island, we use Local
produce as much as possible. We are licensed and can provide a Bar stocked with all the usual suspects, Real Ales brewed on the Isle of Wight or Mocktails packed with Fresh
Organic Fruit Juices; and with a well stocked cellar full of fine wines and champagne, we know we’ll keep your Guests from getting thirsty.
Here are some sample menus that will help give you a flavour of what you can expect from our Chef on your wedding day.
Sample Menus
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Main Course
Beef, with Yorkshire puddings & horseradish sauce
Traditional roast rib of Welsh beef, Yorkshire pudding and a red wine sauce
Lamb, with mint sauce
Pork, with apple sauce
Turkey, with cranberry sauce
Gammon, with pineapple salsa
Nut Roast (v)
Roasted Pepper (v), stuffed with savoury quorn mince
Roast Potatoes, New Potatoes
Roast Parsnips, Seasonal Vegetables
Stuffing Balls, Gravy
Desserts
Please choose up to 2 desserts to complete your meal
Profiteroles, choux buns filled with fresh cream and topped with a rich chocolate or toffee sauce
Fresh Strawberries & Cream (Seasonal), served with double or clotted cream
Fruit Platter, a selection of English and International fruits served with double cream
White & Dark Chocolate Cheesecake, rich marbled cheesecake served with raspberry sauce
Chocolate Fudge Cake, Served with fresh whipped cream
Brandy Snap Basket, filled with seasonal fruits and topped off with clotted cream
Hot Carvery (Sample Menu)
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Main Course
Dressed Whole Salmon
Glazed Ham on the Bone
Couscous Stuffed Roasted Tomatoes
Spanish Quiche
Rice Salad, Mixed Spices with Mushrooms & Peas (v)
Pasta Salad, Tomato & Mozzarella with honey & mustard dressing (v)
Leaf Salad
Mixed Salad
Coleslaw
Warm New Potatoes
Crusty Bread
Various Sauces, Dressings and Chutneys included
Desserts
Assorted Cheese and Biscuits
Fruit Platter
Profiteroles, Double & Whipped Cream included
Sticky Treacle Tart with vanilla Ice cream
Buffet (Sample Menu)
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Assorted Sandwiches
White & brown bread sandwiches, cut into triangles, with crusts off.Filled with: Smoked Salmon & lemon, Cream Cheese & Cress, Cucumber, Egg
Mayonnaise, Ham & English Mustard, Brie and Grape, Cheddar Cheese & Tomato, Yarg and Garlic Chutney
Cream Scones
Fruit, Cheese or PlainStrawberry Jam, Plum Jam, Raspberry Jam, Blackcurrant jam, Apricot jam, Ginger Honey
& Lemon Curd on half scones, finished off with a cream swirl
Cakes
Lemon Drizzle
Victoria sponge
Carrot Cake
Manchester Tart
Tea & Coffee
Assorted Speciality Tea’s & Fine Coffees
Victorian High Tea (Sample Menu)
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Wedding Stories
See what people have to say
“We had such a fantastic Wedding there. It wasn’t a huge wedding but
every single guest spoke in raptures about it, from the venue – which was breathtaking, to the food – which was superb. The staff were all so friendly
and it was just a wonderful day.”
Mr & Mrs Grandon
“Thank You for all of your help with our most wonderful wedding at East Dene. All of our friends were bowled over with the venue, accommodation
and great relaxed atmosphere you provided for us. It was the best day
of our lives!”
Mr & Mrs Norbury
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Extra Services
“We had an absolutely amazing weekend from start to finish, and
you are all fabulous and have been a pleasure to get to know. The food was fantastic and exactly what we
envisaged for our special day. Thanks for putting up with all our excitable
friends, a groom that locked himself out of his room…a lot! East Dene is a
very special place. Thank you so much for the best weekend of our lives.”
Mr & Mrs Spriggs-Coe
“Just a small note to say a massive thank you for everything you did
for us for at our wedding. Everything exceeded our expectation and the house looked more beautiful than any of us could imagine. The food,
the service and the attention to detail from all of you was just fantastic.”
Mr & Mrs Burton
“We just wanted to thank you for such a great day at East Dene. We, and all of our guests had a fantastic time, the place looked beautiful, all the team did a brilliant job
for us and our guests thought it was fabulous!!!”
The services listed below, in most instances, can be added onto any of the above packages.
Oh, I do like to be beside the Seaside...! One of our most
popular wedding accessories are our deckchairs.
Call us to hire yours
Don’t let your guests get the late night munchies. Provide a much needed party boost with triple cooked chips or
a bacon butty. Yum!
from £6 per head
No wedding is complete without a great evening of party tunes.
Let us know your needs and we will arrange it for you.
from £360.00(based on a disco)
Booking the Sweet Cart is ever so easy. Just call us direct or with your chosen sweets/choclates -
All Sweet Tooth’s catered for.
Call us to hire yours
Mr & Mrs York
East Dene, Bonchurch, Isle of Wight, PO38 1RQ 01983 852374 [email protected]
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