From it’s fantastic location set high on the cliffs of Ravenscar overlooking the North Yorkshire Moors, historical hotel Raven Hall is this year holding Bonfire Night Festivities so get your scarf and mitts at the ready for a spectacular show. Read more...
If you’re looking for a wedding venue in the South East, then don’t miss this Sunday’s Wedding Fair at The Star in the historical village of Alfriston between 11 and 4pm. Read more...
At Alrewas Hayes we believe a wedding should be as unique and individual as every couple. We work together, listening to your ideas whether it is a smaller intimate wedding or a larger lavish occasion. Alrewas Hayes provides a bespoke wedding service tailored to your needs. Alrewas Hayes is a Grade 2 Listed Queen Anne residence situated in the heart of rural Staffordshire. With contemporary and period furnishings Alrewas Hayes provides the perfect backdrop for any wedding. Selecting a venue for your wedding starts the process of planning an event you and your guests will always treasure. Your chosen venue becomes the stage where your wedding is played out. Behind the scenes our discreet and professional team work together to ensure all your expectations and dreams are created. Alrewas Hayes is exclusively yours on the day of your wedding. We are licensed for civil ceremonies allowing you to spend your whole event here. The Gallery can accommodate up to 120 guests for a civil ceremony. Our Entertainment Wing comprising of three reception rooms is ideal for a smaller wedding. The Gallery, with French doors opening out onto the Courtyard Garden is perfect for a champagne reception and canapés. Also seating up to 60 guests for formal dining. The Hall can accommodate up to 45 guests for an intimate wedding ceremony. Leading through into The Red Room which has its own fully stocked Bar. Decadent and opulent in contrast to the period setting of Alrewas Hayes itself. Alrewas Hayes can also accommodate wedding receptions up to 300 guests in the Lakeside Marquee, a state of the art marquee equipped with LED lighting to change the ambiance, a large white dance floor and chill out area for your guests to relax. For weddings and events up to 650 guests The Grand Pavilion is ideal, a blank canvas for you to create any theme you desire. Please contact a member of the Team at Alrewas Hayes for more information.
Practicalities
Prices: From £2500 Ceremony/Reception: Ceremony & reception Capacity for ceremony: For smaller intimate ceremonies the Hall can seat up to 45 guests. The Gallery can seat up to 120 guests and The Grand Pavilion can seat up to 300 guests perfect for your ceremony. Seated meal capacity: The Lakeside Marquee can seat up to 300 guests for a formal sit-down meal. The Grand Pavilion can seat up to 650 guests for formal dining. Buffet meal capacity: The Lakeside Marquee can caterer for up to 300 guests and The Grand Pavilion can caterer for up to 650 guests. Total venue capacity: 650
Outside space: Yes Bridal suite: Enjoy your first night as Mr and Mrs in the luxurious Honeymoon Suite overlooking the lake, including ensuite bathroom with a walk through shower and Castello Slipper Bath. Photography inside: The Gallery used for Civil ceremonies is flooded with natural light, fantastic for photo opportunities during the ceremony and throughout the day. The Hall has a beautiful Minstrel Gallery overlooking the room, perfect for romantic photographs of the Bride and Groom. Photography outside: The Beautiful Courtyard Garden set in the centre of Alrewas Hayes is a romantic backdrop for all your photographs. Alrewas Hayes has endless photo opportunities around the grounds including the Lakeside during sunset and the Wisteria covered house. Parking: For all your guests Disabled access: Yes Confetti permitted: Biodegradable only
Food + entertainment
Licensed bar: Yes Late licence bar: Yes Disco facilities: Including LED lighting around and in the ceiling of the Lakeside Marquee. Type of cuisine: Alrewas Hayes work together with specialised caterers to create a menu designed for you and meeting your requirements. We also offer Hog Roasts and BBQ’s and can create a unique menu such as 'Posh Burgers' to get your guests talking. Vegetarian menu: Tailored to your requirements. Accommodation: Five star boutique style accommodation for your family and friends. The Coach House offers 4 double bedrooms all with ensuite. The Bently Suite including ensuite has stunning views across the grounds of Alrewas Hayes.
Additional services
Toastmaster: Can be arranged by your dedicated wedding co-ordinator on request. Hairdresser: Can be arranged by your dedicated wedding co-ordinator on request. Florist: Can be arranged by your dedicated wedding co-ordinator on request. Band: Can be arranged by your dedicated wedding co-ordinator on request. Photographer: Can be arranged by your dedicated wedding co-ordinator on request. Videographer: Can be arranged by your dedicated wedding co-ordinator on request. DJ: Can be arranged by your dedicated wedding co-ordinator on request. Event planner: Alrewas Hayes wedding co-ordinators work alongside you and your suppliers planning details of your wedding 6 months before. A dedicated co-ordinator will be onsite during your wedding to ensure everything runs smoothly and everyone enjoys the day.
Further info & directions
Additional details: Alrewas Hayes is the ultimate venue for a Celebration. Whatever the occasion, an intimate dinner or lavish celebration we can help turn your ideas into reality and add those finishing touches to make your event one to remember.
An intimate dinner party in The Entertainment Wing for 20, a birthday bash for 300 in the Lakeside Marquee, or to top it all a banquet for up to 650 in The Grand Pavilion.
It’s party time...
Directions by car: Exit A38 at Alrewas, head along the A513 towards Kings Bromley. At Orgreave turn left towards Fradley Junction. After ¾ mile turn right into ‘Alrewas Hayes’.
