Set in 250 acres of parkland and manicured lawns in Reading, Berkshire, is De Vere Wokefield Estate. The 17th century Victorian mansion house is an ideal location for large weddings and can host up to 300 of your guests. Its interior is the perfect mix of original and contemporary.
In the summer months, why not hire the wedding gazebo on the lawns for an outdoor ceremony with heavenly views of the lake and gardens. However you envisage your special day, Wokefield Estate can definitely accommodate.
The house which stands today was built in 1788 by well celebrated architect Sir John Sloane, known for designing the dining room in number 10 Downing Street. The interior retains many of its original features today, including the fireplaces and main staircase.
The manor of Wokefield was owned by the Windsor's until it was given to King Henry VIII by Andrew Lord Windsor in exchange for monastic lands. The house has been used for many things, including a school for boys in 1936.
There are plenty of rooms in the Mansion House for you to choose from, including six rooms licensed to hold civil ceremonies.
The Palmer and Old Lounge Suites are very popular amongst couples with smaller, intimate weddings. Both have period features including brilliant feature ceilings, original oak fireplaces and stunning views across the lake and lawns. They are interconnecting so the couple can have access to both on the day.
Ceremony capacity - 60 guests
Wedding Breakfast capacity - 60 guests
The Terrace Suite is the largest of the rooms in the house. This room is perfect if you're looking for a more contemporary feel.
Ceremony capacity - 300 guests
Wedding Breakfast capacity - 350 guests
The Mansion House boasts plenty of other rooms for you to choose from, hosting a different range of capacities. For more information click the contact buttons above and below this listing.
The chefs produce delicious dishes made from farm fresh ingredients and will be delighted to meet with you to discuss your menu options to suit your tastes. In the evening, why not enjoy a finger buffet or even a hog roast on the lawns. To compliment your wedding breakfast, Wokefield Estate stock a good selection of wines.
Wokefield Estate also allow external catering onsite. Please contact the team directly to discuss those caterers that are approved and audited.
There are over 300 bedrooms for your guests to choose from, all decorated to a high standard and in keeping with the traditional feel of the Estate. There is a luxurious wedding suite available for the married couple to enjoy on their wedding night.
I just wanted to say that we've all had a fab time for the wedding weekend, and appreciate all that you and your team have done for us. We could not have asked for anything better, all the staff are brilliant and a credit to Wokefield.
Firstly i would like to say a huge thank you from both Chevelle & I as our wedding day went off with out a hitch and all of the staff that worked from the friday when we arrived to the day of the wedding and right up till we left on the monday are a credit to the venue. All we have had is excellent feed back from all our guest from the rooms to the service and how accommodating all the staff were, all of the food was exceptional and again the feedback has been amazing. It truly was a day to remember and the whole atmosphere and ease of the venue all contributed to how great our day was.
We had a great day. You and your staff did an amazing job and were very helpful, going above and beyond to make sure our wedding day was as special as we imagined.