WEDDING SHOWCASE
AT HEDINGHAM CASTLE, ESSEX
Experience one of the UK’s most extraordinary castle wedding venues at our upcoming Wedding Showcase in Essex.
Our Wedding Showcase events offer engaged couples the opportunity to explore Hedingham Castle fully dressed for a wedding, meet trusted suppliers and speak with our experienced weddings team about your plans.
Whether you have just become engaged or are actively searching for your perfect wedding venue in Essex or Suffolk, or close to Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire or London, our Wedding Showcase events are the ideal opportunity to discover everything Hedingham Castle has to offer.
What to Expect at a Hedingham Castle Wedding Showcase
Our Wedding Showcases are designed to help you imagine your wedding day at Hedingham Castle.
During your visit, you will be able to:
✧ Explore the historic Norman Keep, Georgian House, Ballroom Marquee and extensive grounds
✧ See the venue dressed for a wedding
✧ Meet a selection of trusted wedding suppliers
✧ Speak with our experienced weddings team
✧ Ask questions about availability, pricing and planning
✧ Experience the unique atmosphere of the castle and historic estate
This is the perfect opportunity to see why Hedingham Castle is one of the most popular and unique wedding venues in Essex.
Upcoming Wedding Showcase Dates
We host Wedding Showcases twice a year - one in Spring and one in Autumn.
Next Showcase:
Sunday 8 March 2026
Free entry – registration required
Why Attend a Wedding Showcase at Hedingham Castle
Choosing your wedding venue is one of the most important decisions you will make.
Visiting Hedingham Castle in person allows you to experience the scale, atmosphere and beauty of this remarkable and historic venue which is home to almost 900 years of history.
You will have the opportunity to explore the ceremony and reception spaces, meet our trusted suppliers and speak with our dedicated weddings team about creating your perfect day.
Hedingham Castle offers exclusive-use weddings, ensuring an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, we recommend registering in advance by booking free tickets via the event listing. You can choose a time slot when booking tickets. This allows us to manage guest numbers and ensure the best experience for all visitors.
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Yes, visitors are welcome to explore all floors of the medieval castle as well as the Georgian House, Ballroom Marquee, accommodation and grounds. You will receive an estate map when you arrive to show you where to go.
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Yes, our experienced and friendly weddings team will be on hand throughout the day to answer questions and discuss your plans.
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Yes, our weddings team can check availability and discuss potential dates during your visit.
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Yes - if you fall in love with Hedingham Castle, our team can provisionally hold a date for you and guide you through the next steps and booking process.
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Most couples spend between 1 and 2 hours exploring the venue and chatting with suppliers.
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Yes, you are welcome to bring guests whose opinion is important in your decision-making process. Please book them a ticket so that we can manage visitor numbers - we can allow groups of up to 6.
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Hedingham Castle is located in the pretty village of Castle Hedingham, Essex, and is easily accessible from London, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire.
Our full address is:
Hedingham Castle
Bayley Street
Castle Hedingham
Halstead
Essex
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Yes, free parking is available on site. A member of the team will advise where to park on arrival.
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Please see our Accessibility Statement for full information.