The Dairy at Waddesdon

Nestling in a tranquil waterside setting amidst glorious gardens, the Dairy is an enchanting private building on the Waddesdon Estate, created for Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild in the 19th century and for over 100 years the country retreat of the Rothschild family.

Guests enter the Dairy via the peaceful inner courtyard leading to the West Wing overlooking the lake, home to an unusual collection of waterfowl. Running along its entirety is a wide terrace with two pavilions extending out over the lake, ideal for summer drinks receptions. Or in winter, gather round roaring fires inside the West Hall.

The Dairy is just an hour outside of London with 3 train stations within 30 minutes of the venue.

The Dairy is licensed for civil wedding ceremonies and partnerships in the Inner Courtyard, West Hall, South Hall, Wintergarden and Lakeside Pavilions and the Secret Garden. Their local church, St Michael and All Angels, is just a short walk from the Dairy.

Drinks Receptions

With its clean lines and manicured lawns, the Dairy Courtyard is an ideal space for alfresco summer drinks. Alternatively the beautiful lakeside terrace pavilions are perfect for those looking for summer shade. The Wintergarden with its contemporary glass design and beautiful views across the private lakes provides a fabulous winter option.

Wedding Receptions

The West Hall and South Hall are impressive rooms with vaulted ceilings and The West Hall has two huge open fireplaces, the West Hall and South Hall can seat up to 110 guests for dining and up to 160 for dancing and evening entertainment. Adjoining the West Hall, the Wintergarden is a contemporary glass room which can seat 70 guests for dining and up to 130 for evening entertainment. The stone floors in both rooms make them ideal for dancing.

Accommodation

The venue hire includes all 16 bedrooms at The Five Arrows Hotel including a four poster bridal suite.

Larger Weddings

A marquee to seat up to a maximum of 250 people for a wedding breakfast and evening guests, this can be positioned in the central courtyard of The Dairy.