Private Hire & Celebrations

Your celebration, your estate

Birthdays, anniversaries, engagement parties and retirement celebrations: whatever the occasion, Hotham Hall Estate gives a milestone the setting it deserves.

Why Hotham Hall

A private estate built for celebration

Hotham Hall is a Grade II* listed Georgian house with its own kitchen team and over 120 acres of private grounds. It feels grand, but it is also warm and relaxed, which is what makes a party here work.

Exclusive use comes as standard. From the moment your guests arrive, the entire estate is yours. The Georgian rooms of the Hall, The Carriage House and Colonel Jack's Bar, the formal gardens, and the parkland beyond all become part of your celebration. For the day, it feels like your own house.

The Georgian rooms of the Hall, comprising the King Edward Ballroom, Prince of Wales Library Bar, Drawing Room, and Study, provide an unmatched setting for formal dinners, drinks receptions, and seated celebrations, with the main hallway and Oak Room adding further character and versatility. The Carriage House brings a different energy entirely, its contemporary event spaces flooded with natural light and a spacious courtyard ideal for summer celebrations, with Colonel Jack's Bar at its heart and twelve en-suite suites, including a spectacular Bridal Suite, allowing guests to stay on the estate. For larger occasions, the formal gardens and marquee lawn accommodate up to 200 guests, with the seven-acre event field extending this to 300 and beyond.

What's included

What your hire includes

Planned

Personalised planning

Our team works closely with you from the first conversation to ensure every detail of your celebration reflects your vision. We help with everything from the room layout and flowers to the running order of the evening.

Indulge

In-house dining

Our in-house culinary team creates bespoke menus for every private celebration, from elegant canapés and cocktails on arrival to a full multi-course dinner. Every dish is crafted from seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and served by a team who care about getting it right.

Historic

Rooms and spaces

Choose from the Georgian rooms of the Hall, including the King Edward Ballroom, the Prince of Wales Library Bar, the Drawing Room, and the Study, or celebrate in The Carriage House's contemporary event spaces alongside Colonel Jack's Bar. The formal gardens and courtyard offer beautiful options for outdoor receptions and summer parties.

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Yours

Exclusive experience

Exclusive use is included as standard. Your celebration is the only event at Hotham Hall on your chosen date, ensuring complete privacy and the full, undivided attention of our team throughout.

  • Justine Glenton, Actress, Writer and Producer, Just Be Productions

    Hotham Hall Estate is an exceptional gift for any filmmaker, a paradise providing everything you could want, and I cannot recommend this location highly enough.

    Justine Glenton, Actress, Writer and Producer, Just Be Productions 2026

  • Janet Ward, Mother of the Bride

    As the mother of the bride, I cannot recommend Hotham Hall Estate highly enough. Everything about my daughter and her husband’s wedding was outstanding. The team doesn’t just host events; they truly excel in perfection making each wedding unique in their own special way, designed for you only.

    Janet Ward, Mother of the Bride 2026

  • Maggie Senior, Chameleon Business Interiors

    A fantastic night, faultless from start to finish. Just a magical, highly enjoyable evening.

    Maggie Senior, Chameleon Business Interiors 2026

  • Jo Davies, Corporate Event Guest

    Visited as part of an organised corporate event. Absolutely stunning venue with plenty of parking. Lovely food and really well presented eating area.

    Jo Davies, Corporate Event Guest 2026

  • Pat Coyle, Marketing & BD Consultant, Wilkin Chapman Rollits

    The venue looked stunning, everything ran smoothly, and the team were brilliant. Relaxed, supportive and attentive throughout.

    Pat Coyle, Marketing & BD Consultant, Wilkin Chapman Rollits 2026

  • Justine Glenton, Actress, Writer and Producer, Just Be Productions

    Hotham Hall Estate is an exceptional gift for any filmmaker, a paradise providing everything you could want, and I cannot recommend this location highly enough.

    Justine Glenton, Actress, Writer and Producer, Just Be Productions 2026

  • Janet Ward, Mother of the Bride

    As the mother of the bride, I cannot recommend Hotham Hall Estate highly enough. Everything about my daughter and her husband’s wedding was outstanding. The team doesn’t just host events; they truly excel in perfection making each wedding unique in their own special way, designed for you only.

    Janet Ward, Mother of the Bride 2026

  • Maggie Senior, Chameleon Business Interiors

    A fantastic night, faultless from start to finish. Just a magical, highly enjoyable evening.

    Maggie Senior, Chameleon Business Interiors 2026

  • Jo Davies, Corporate Event Guest

    Visited as part of an organised corporate event. Absolutely stunning venue with plenty of parking. Lovely food and really well presented eating area.

    Jo Davies, Corporate Event Guest 2026

  • Pat Coyle, Marketing & BD Consultant, Wilkin Chapman Rollits

    The venue looked stunning, everything ran smoothly, and the team were brilliant. Relaxed, supportive and attentive throughout.

    Pat Coyle, Marketing & BD Consultant, Wilkin Chapman Rollits 2026

  • Justine Glenton, Actress, Writer and Producer, Just Be Productions

    Hotham Hall Estate is an exceptional gift for any filmmaker, a paradise providing everything you could want, and I cannot recommend this location highly enough.

    Justine Glenton, Actress, Writer and Producer, Just Be Productions 2026

  • Janet Ward, Mother of the Bride

    As the mother of the bride, I cannot recommend Hotham Hall Estate highly enough. Everything about my daughter and her husband’s wedding was outstanding. The team doesn’t just host events; they truly excel in perfection making each wedding unique in their own special way, designed for you only.

    Janet Ward, Mother of the Bride 2026

  • Maggie Senior, Chameleon Business Interiors

    A fantastic night, faultless from start to finish. Just a magical, highly enjoyable evening.

    Maggie Senior, Chameleon Business Interiors 2026

  • Jo Davies, Corporate Event Guest

    Visited as part of an organised corporate event. Absolutely stunning venue with plenty of parking. Lovely food and really well presented eating area.

    Jo Davies, Corporate Event Guest 2026

  • Pat Coyle, Marketing & BD Consultant, Wilkin Chapman Rollits

    The venue looked stunning, everything ran smoothly, and the team were brilliant. Relaxed, supportive and attentive throughout.

    Pat Coyle, Marketing & BD Consultant, Wilkin Chapman Rollits 2026

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Where the story begins

Walk the estate, explore the beautifully restored spaces and imagine every moment of your wedding day in an unforgettable setting.

Everything you need to know

  • We host a wide range of private celebrations, including milestone birthdays, anniversary dinners, engagement parties, retirement celebrations, and family gatherings. If you have an occasion in mind, our team would love to discuss how the estate can bring it to life.

  • We welcome intimate gatherings of a handful of guests right through to larger celebrations for up to 100 guests within the Hall and Carriage House spaces. For events above this, please contact our team directly to discuss the options available across the wider estate.

  • Yes. All food and drink is provided by our in-house culinary team. Our chefs create bespoke menus tailored to your occasion, using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Our drinks packages are equally personalised to complement your event.

  • Yes. The Hall offers five bedrooms, and The Carriage House provides 12 en-suite suites. Please note that one of the 12 suites is a two-bedroom suite, which provides occupancy for four guests.

  • Hotham Hall is a private residence and all viewings are by appointment only. Contact our team and we will arrange a visit at a time that works for you.