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Places to Visit in Market Harborough, Northamptonshire
Rockingham Castle
Market Harborough
Northamptonshire
LE16 8TH
Tel: 01536 770 240
Fax: 01536 771 692
Email: click here
Rockingham Castle online: information and bookings
Set on a hill overlooking five counties, Rockingham Castle was built by William the Conqueror. The Castle was a royal residence for 450 years. In the 16th-century Henry VIII granted it to Edward Watson and for 450 years it has remained a family home. The predominantly Tudor building, within Norman walls, has architecture, furniture and works of art from practically every century.
Twelve acres of formal and wild garden command splendid views.
A stunning ‘Castle under Siege’ audio visual.
Facilities
Historic House, Gardens, Wheelchair Access, Restaurant, Tea Room, Picnic Area, Car Park, Private Tours Available, School Tours Available, Dogs on Leads Allowed
Weddings and Conferences
WEDDINGS IN MARKET HARBOROUGH, LEICESTERSHIRE/NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Built by William the Conqueror, Rockingham was a royal fortress for 450 years & for the last 450 years home to the Watson family. Rockingham Castle, standing on an escarpment overlooking five counties makes an exceptional location for a civil wedding ceremony or a wedding reception.
We organise your wedding with the emphasis on arranging the day that you want and not following a pre-set programme, flexibility is the key to achieving this. Civil wedding ceremonies, with a maximum number of guests of 100 (seated) can be held in the Great Hall and Panel Room between 10am and 6pm. If you are considering a church blessing, the beautiful Rockingham parish church, St Leonard's, stands in the castle grounds just a short walk away. Consent for the use of the church is by separate arrangement with the parish vicar.
For a full reception Walker's House is available. We can seat up to 90 guests and with an evening buffet can cater for 150. Walker's House has a dining area, and separate bar and dance floor and further rooms are available if required. We have excellent caterers who can meet the most exacting requirements, together with an extensive range of wines for use with our table licence. A selection of menus & a drinks list is contained in our information pack.
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Built by William the Conqueror, Rockingham was a royal fortress for 450 years & for the last 450 years home to the Watson family. Rockingham Castle, standing on an escarpment overlooking five counties makes an exceptional location for a civil wedding ceremony or a wedding reception.
We organise your wedding with the emphasis on arranging the day that you want and not following a pre-set programme, flexibility is the key to achieving this. Civil wedding ceremonies, with a maximum number of guests of 100 (seated) can be held in the Great Hall and Panel Room between 10am and 6pm. If you are considering a church blessing, the beautiful Rockingham parish church, St Leonard's, stands in the castle grounds just a short walk away. Consent for the use of the church is by separate arrangement with the parish vicar.
After the ceremony, you are welcome to use the gardens and grounds for formal photography. During this time, your guests may be entertained at a drinks reception in Walker's House, which is part of the Castle and close at hand for guests to be called for photographs as required. Alternatively, if the weather is suitable drinks can be served on the Terraced Lawn with the backdrop of the Castle & stunning views over the Welland Valley.
In case of alteration, please check prices, opening times and any specific important information before booking or visiting
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