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FROM FIRST GLANCE TO FIRST DANCE

WEDDING VENUE IN PANGBOURNE, BERKSHIRE

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Your wedding, your way

Plan your dream day at The Elephant Hotel – a boutique wedding venue in Pangbourne, just minutes from Reading. With charming gardens, quirky interiors, and light-filled spaces, we offer a relaxed and memorable setting for weddings of all sizes, all year round.

Set in the riverside village of Pangbourne, near Reading, The Elephant Hotel is a boutique Berkshire wedding venue with real charm. Think private gardens, light-filled spaces, quirky interiors, and cosy corners with roaring fires – perfect for intimate ceremonies and grand celebrations alike.

We’re licensed for both indoor and outdoor weddings for up to 140 guests, and we welcome everything from small elopements to full, exclusive-use weddings. From your first visit to your final toast, our experienced wedding coordinator, Claire Cole, will be with you every step of the way.

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Why choose The Elephant?

Beautiful countryside setting on the River Thames, Berkshire
Easy access from Reading, London and across Thames Valley
22 bedrooms, including four on the ground floor
Choice of indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces
Three unique ceremony rooms: The Elephant Room, The Herd & The Garden Pavilion
Exclusive-use wedding packages available (accommodation for up to 44 guests)
Intimate weddings from 2–20 guests
Space for 140 daytime guests, 170 evening guests
Dog-friendly – bring your four-legged friend!
Flexible & tailored packages – choose all-inclusive or build your own for an affordable wedding venue.

Those are our best bits, but this is your day. If you dream of a relaxed wedding with a unique and quirky twist, with the support of our experienced team to help bring your wedding dreams to life, then we’d love to hear your ideas.

Book a tour or get in touch with our wedding coordinator, Claire, by emailing claire@elephanthotel.co.uk or calling 0118 984 2244 - she’d love to hear from you.

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My husband and I got married at the Elephant in June and the whole day was run absolutely brilliantly. We cannot thank Claire, Chris and the rest of the team enough – they really went above and beyond to make our day incredible.

Katharine

I had my wedding at the elephant recently and it turned out to be an amazing day after nearly two years of planning. The staff, decorations, the Herd and the quirky rooms made it a special day which I won’t forget! Special thanks to Chris and Starr – fantastic service and made everything run smoothly for the whole wedding day!!

Karl

We just wanted to say a huge, huge thank you for helping us host the best day of our lives. Our friends kept telling us it was the best wedding they've ever been to and our families are still talking about it!

Jen

The Elephant was just the perfect venue to hold the relaxed and fun (but still classy and beautiful!) wedding we wanted. The day was everything we hoped for and so much more.

Jen

Exclusive Use Weddings

Have the hotel and 22 bedrooms exclusively to yourself. Celebrate with total privacy while our team makes every detail perfect.

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Intimate Weddings

Small guest list? Big emotions. Our elopement and micro-wedding packages are perfect for just the two of you or a handful of loved ones.

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Special Offers

Choose The Elephant Hotel for your last-minute wedding, view weekday dates or our special offers for an affordable wedding venue in Berkshire. Let our team of experienced wedding organisers help you tie the knot - don't let love wait!

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Wedding Open Days

Come and see the venue, meet the team, and start picturing your day. Our Wedding Fairs & Open Days run throughout the year.

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FAQs

What are the Elephant's Wedding Highlights?

Unique, boutique feel — not a “generic” hotel wedding. With stylish, characterful interiors for memorable photographs.
Flexible for very small weddings (even elopements) or larger celebrations.
Exclusive use option makes it private and intimate.
Beautiful gardens that give great outdoor ceremony potential.
Dog friendly!

How close is the venue to Reading?

We’re just 6 miles from Reading, making us ideal if you're searching for wedding venues near Reading, the Thames Valley or in West Berkshire.

Is The Elephant Hotel licensed for civil ceremonies?

Yes, we are licensed for both indoor and outdoor civil ceremonies for up to 140 guests.

Is The Elephant Hotel a dog-friendly wedding venue?

Yes, we love dogs and welcome them to join your celebrations.

How many people can we invite?

We can host up to 140 for the day and 170 for the evening. Small weddings are welcome too, we have secret gardens and a private dining room perfect for smaller numbers.

Can we book the venue exclusively?

Yes, you can hire the entire hotel exclusively, with accommodation for up to 44 guests. This will give you access to all our public spaces, our gardens, should you wish to have an outdoor ceremony and all bedrooms.