Weddings at the True Lovers Knot
We have a range of offerings, from small quaint dining experiences to full site hire, including campsite, rooms and optional marquee hire.
Buffets, barbeques, to sit down meals. We have meal plans to suit your theme.
Meal options
We offer a variety of meal options to suit your event’s style and taste:
• 1, 2, or 3-Course Meal: From £18pp
We can provide a set menu for your guests to pre-order from. Menu choices will be discussed between you and our chef to ensure it matches your preferences.
• Buffet Option: From £20pp
A delicious selection of hot and cold options,
including:
· Sandwiches
· Quiches
· Scotch eggs
· Sausage rolls
· Ribs
· Chicken wings
· Potato salad, coleslaw, and a variety of fresh salads
• Barbecue Option:
Enjoy a relaxed BBQ with: From £20pp
· Burgers
· Hotdogs
· Chicken skewers
· Salads, potato salad, coleslaw
· Corn on the cob
Add a desert table for £8pp
Marquee weddings
Whether you’re dreaming of a fully decorated marquee or a blank canvas for you to design yourself, our partner company, Monaco Marquees, is here to help! With over 20 years of experience in creating weddings from extravagant to simple and themes ranging from bold to pastel, they offer a wide range of services including furniture and equipment hire to bring your vision to life.
Full site hire
We offer the option to hire the entire site for your event, including our bar, dining areas, four rooms, and 12-pitch campsite. Perfect for those seeking a fully private and exclusive experience for their special occasion.
To hire the full site:
Off season
Monday – Thursday £2000pd
Friday – Saturday £3000pd
June 1st – September 1st
Monday – Thursday £3000pd
Friday – Saturday £4000pd
This price does include 4 hotel rooms and the campsite.
Partial site hire
For smaller gatherings, we offer partial site hire options to suit your needs:
• Dining Area Hire: Our traditionally decorated dining area seats up to 30 people for a more intimate sit-down meal. You can choose between full waitress service or access to the bar.
• Non-Exclusive Pub Hire: Enjoy access to the full pub while allowing the garden to be shared with other guests. The bar remains accessible to everyone.
• Exclusive Garden Hire: Enjoy the privacy of the garden with access to the pub, while the pub and small patio remain open to other guests.
Costings for non-exclusive pub hire from £800pd and exclusive garden hire from £1000pd
Do we have a wedding license?
Yes, this means we are permitted to conduct civil ceremonies, which are non-religious and secular. A registrar will need to be hired by yourself to officiate the ceremony.
How long can we provisionally hold the date?
We can hold the date with no deposit up to 4 weeks. Any longer than that we will require a nonrefundable deposit.
How many guests can we accommodate?
Inside total 154, but if you are looking for a sit-down meal in all in the same area, we can accommodate 30.
Outside 250
Total on site including team 404
Is the site available for exclusive hire?
Yes, it is.
Do we have accommodation on site?
Yes,
We have 4 en suite letting rooms, 12 hard standing caravan pitches and room for camping
Who will be the point of contact on the lead up?
Jessica Suddell, our general manager
Do I have to use your recommended suppliers?
You are not required to use our recommended suppliers, but if you choose to hire outside vendors, we may need to obtain additional paperwork from them, such as public liability insurance and a risk assessment to ensure everything runs smoothly and safely.
What time do I have access to the site?
Depending on which areas you have hired,
Marquee weddings we could have built and give you access up to a week before.
Garden weddings, from mid-afternoon the day before.
Pub hire, from 9pm the night before.
What is the changeover plan from ceremony to reception?
There are many options to explore in the changeover from gathering all guests in one area for speeches, moving to the garden for games. Moving straight to the marquee.
How flexible are we with timings on the day?
We are completely flexible on timings for the day, its your day, the only thing we ask is that there is a designated time for meals to be on the table.
Can we get married outside?
Unfortunately, at this time our licence only permits inside ceremony’s.
Are there décor restrictions?
There are a few things that we request are not used, through being environmentally friendly and not damaging the interior decorations
Confetti, table confetti, confetti cannons etc Tape, blue tac, staples in walls.
We are happy to help you decorated, if you have ideas and are unsure of how to attempt them, please let us know!
Are fireworks allowed?
Unfortunately, fireworks are not allowed on-site as we are surrounded by farmlands and animals.
Are crockery and linen provided?
We provide crockery for your event. However, if your wedding party requires more than what is available on-site, we can arrange additional crockery for you at a hire cost.
Linen we can provide at an extra cost.
Can we bring our own alcohol? Is there a corkage fee?
We do not permit outside alcohol to be brought on-site. However, you are welcome to provide your own champagne for toasts, subject to a corkage fee of £12 per bottle.
Can you accommodate a live band? DJ? When can they set up?
Yes, we have designated areas both inside and outside for live bands and DJs. We are flexible with setup times to accommodate your event’s schedule. Just let us know your preferences, and we’ll be happy to coordinate!
Is the bar card only?
No, our bar accepts both cash and card payments for your convenience.
Can we plug a phone into your sound system?
Unfortunately, due to our licensing restrictions, we are unable to allow guests to plug in their own devices to our sound system. However, we can work with you to ensure the music for your event runs smoothly!
What time does the evening reception need to be finished by?
The end time for your evening reception depends on your site hire choice:
• If all rooms are booked by you or your wedding party:
o Inside music can continue until midnight.
o The bar will remain open until midnight.
• For outside music:
o Music must stop by 10:00 PM, but the bar will remain open until 11:00 PM.
• If not all 4 rooms are booked by you or your party:
o Inside music needs to finish by 10:00 PM, and the bar will remain open until 11:00 PM.
We want to make sure your evening runs smoothly, so please let us know your plans!
What are taxis like in the area?
We recommend pre-booking taxis for your convenience, as local taxi ranks are located about 3 miles away in either direction. Our team is happy to assist with recommendations and bookings to ensure a smooth journey to and from The True Lovers Knot.
Do you have disabled access?
Yes! Both the pub and garden are fully accessible to ensure all our guests feel welcome and comfortable. If you have any specific needs or require assistance, please don’t hesitate to let us know.
Our bedrooms are on the first floor and aren’t disabled friendly.
How many toilets are there?
For couples planning a beautiful garden wedding, please note that our indoor restroom facilities are limited. To ensure your guests' comfort, we recommend arranging for Posh loo’s. We can arrange on your behalf.
We also offer space and electrical hook-up for more luxurious toilet trailers, if preferred. Our team can assist with recommendations and bookings to make your day as seamless as possible.
Is there somewhere we can securely store our gifts?
Yes, we are happy to store your wedding gifts in a secure location. However, please note that we cannot be held liable for any damages.
Is there enough parking for our guests?
We have enough parking onsite for 20 cars. The village hall is 100yrd down the road and has a car park available to hire should you need extra parking.
Are we pet friendly?
Yes, we are.
How much is the initial deposit and when will it be due?
A 20% deposit will be due upon booking. (non-refundable within a year of the date)
When will the final payment be due?
The remaining balance will be due 1 month prior to the date.
What is the hire price and is VAT included?
Hire price is dependent on, date and package. VAT will be included
Are there extra charges for staff/ cleaning?
Staff hire charges are included in the original hire charge. A damage deposit of 20% will be required with the final balance and will be returned post the wedding, making sure there is no damage caused to site and only the expected amount of cleaning team is required.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellation up until 4 weeks before the date, refund of final balance minus the deposit. Any cancellations within the 4 weeks will be refunded minus the deposit and any costing we have already occurred.
Do we have public liability insurance?
Yes.