Business Details
13 Years
experience
Exclusive Wedding & Event Venue in Gloucestershire
Elmore Court stands as a testament to centuries of heritage and innovation in Gloucestershire. Established as a family residence in the 13th century, we opened our doors to the public in 2013, transforming our historic estate into a premier wedding and events venue. Our team combines deep-rooted expertise in hospitality with a commitment to sustainability, offering exclusive use of our stately home, meticulously maintained grounds, and the award-winning Gillyflower reception space. With 23 bedrooms across the main house and Coach House, alongside six luxury treehouses, we provide unparalleled flexibility for celebrations of all scales.Our dedication to rewilding and environmental stewardship ensures that every event contributes positively to the natural landscape. Recognised for excellence in sustainable tourism and event design, we maintain rigorous standards in service delivery, food sourcing, and guest experience. Our team's collective experience in luxury event management spans decades, ensuring every client benefits from both tradition and contemporary innovation. Transparency in operations, ethical sourcing practices, and a client-first approach underpin our reputation as a trusted partner for milestone celebrations.
Services
Wedding venue
Event venue
Treehouse stays
Catering services
Rewilding tours
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- Exclusive use of 13th-century stately home and 400-acre estate
- Sustainably built Gillyflower reception space with no noise restrictions
- Award-winning rewilding and environmental conservation practices
- 23 bedrooms across main house and Coach House for guest accommodation
- Six luxury treehouses offering unique woodland stays
What people say
Stunning location
Unique atmosphere
Excellent service
Sustainability focus
Magical treehouses
Services
Wedding venue
Elmore Court offers exclusive wedding hire of a 13th-century stately home with multiple ceremony options. The grand Hall features stained-glass windows, while the adjacent Drawing Room provides an intimate setting. For outdoor weddings, couples can exchange vows in landscaped gardens or historic church nearby. The venue accommodates 60-200 guests with 23 bedrooms for overnight stays.
Gillyflower events
This sustainably built rammed-earth space combines cutting-edge audio-visual technology with natural materials. Featuring Funktion One sound systems, programmable LED lighting, and Bruce Munro's Lightshower installation, it hosts receptions for 60-200 guests. The space's acoustic design allows unrestricted music volume while maintaining environmental credentials through local timber and earth construction.
Treehouse stays
Six individually designed treehouses nestled in the estate's woodland offer luxury glamping experiences. Each self-contained pod features super-king beds, outdoor baths, and kitchen facilities. Located 5 minutes from the main house, they provide private access to rewilded areas while maintaining modern comforts like underfloor heating and en-suite bathrooms.
Event catering
Seasonal menus using estate-grown produce and local Cotswold suppliers. The Victorian kitchens prepare bespoke wedding breakfasts and evening feasts with options for dietary requirements. Catering extends to champagne receptions in the gardens or private dinners in historic dining rooms with ancestral portraits as backdrop.
Rewilding project
The estate's environmental initiative includes 25 acres of new woodland planting and habitat restoration. Guests can explore rewilded areas through guided walks, learning about sustainable land management practices. The project supports biodiversity while providing scenic backdrops for photography and nature-focused events.
People
Anselm Guise
Owner
750-year family custodian of Elmore Court, driving its transformation into a sustainable events venue while preserving historical integrity through major restoration projects since 2007.
Brett Charles
Treehouse Designer
Led creation of six luxury treehouses overlooking wetlands, combining ecological sensitivity with innovative design to create unique woodland accommodation experiences that opened in May 2023.
Questions
What makes Elmore Court unique as a wedding venue?
We offer exclusive use of a 13th-century stately home, sustainably built Gillyflower reception space, and six luxury treehouses on a 400-acre estate with rewilding initiatives.
Can we host both ceremony and reception at Elmore Court?
Yes, with multiple indoor and outdoor ceremony options followed by receptions in our acoustically designed Gillyflower space or historic house locations.
What accommodation options are available?
23 bedrooms across the main house and Coach House, plus six luxury treehouses with private facilities and woodland views available for pre- and post-event stays.
How does Elmore Court support sustainability?
Through rewilding projects, biomass heating from estate woodlands, local food sourcing, and constructing The Gillyflower using rammed earth and estate-sourced timber.
What event capacities do you accommodate?
From intimate gatherings to weddings for up to 200 guests, with flexible spaces including the Gillyflower's 200-capacity reception area and multiple smaller function rooms.
Are there additional facilities for wedding guests?
Yes, including guided estate walks, access to rewilded areas, and proximity to Cotswold attractions, with transportation options between treehouses and main venue spaces.
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