Kings Head Hotel Gloucestershire Weddings
Need some help narrowing down the best hotel wedding venues in Gloucestershire? Then we’d highly recommend Kings Head Hotel. Situated in Cirencester’s quaint town centre on the edge of the Cotswold Hills, this event hub has lots to offer its patrons. Explore function rooms of all shapes and sizes, with all the essentials included in the hire fee. Plus, comfy guest rooms, an on-site spa and a myriad of exceptional catering menus and complementary beverages.
The Scene at Kings Head Hotel Gloucestershire
Kings Head Hotel Gloucestershire has been a cornerstone of the marketplace for over 500 years. Its rich heritage is evident in its signature coach house arch and mansard-style roof, alongside its tastefully restored interiors. Inside, you’ll find plenty of period features from various eras, including stone cellars, open fireplaces, oak panelling and more.
Yet, most of the spaces available for hire have been upgraded with a contemporary twist. The Georgian Assembly Room, for example, features decorative cornicing, arched windows and opulent chandeliers. While at the same time boasting simple, neutral décor that is fully customisable to suit your taste and theme. It is also very flexible in terms of layout options.
Likewise, the age-old cellars feel welcoming and unusually modern – especially with a DJ in situ. The rustic Vaulted Cellar with exposed stone walls features festoon string lights, well-placed mood lighting and a sizeable dancefloor. Meanwhile, the smaller Wine Cellar pairs a classic banqueting table with a glass-walled wine display to provide an intriguing focal point.
Kings Head Hotel Wedding Ceremonies
As a leading Cotswolds wedding venue, Kings Head Hotel Gloucestershire is licensed to host civil ceremonies in multiple rooms. Indoor ceremonies are held in the panelled Library featuring bookcases displaying antiques or in the grand and airy Assembly Room. Or during the summer, you may prefer an outdoor ceremony on the secluded roof terrace. Otherwise, if you’d like a religious service, the beautiful St John The Baptist Church is just over the road.
Kings Head Hotel Wedding Receptions
The open-air terrace is also popular for casual drinks receptions following a church wedding or indoor ceremony. Meanwhile, intimate dinners can be held in the Wine Cellar and larger feasts in the Assembly Room. Want to skip straight to partying? The low-lit and surprisingly roomy Vaulted Cellar with bar offers a memorable backdrop and space for a band or DJ.
Wedding Photography Near Kings Head Hotel
Some popular wedding photography locations near Kings Head Hotel Gloucestershire are:
- Cirencester Abbey Gardens
- Home Park & Lake
- Cecily Hill Gates
Capacity
Up to
150
Dinner & Dance 
Up to
200
Standing Wedding Venue Details
Reception Only
Outdoor
Facilities
Spaces At This Venue
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Assembly Room
Ideal for receptions, the Assembly Room is the hotel’s largest function room, with soaring ceilings, a private bar and a mezzanine lounge. The décor is simple yet elegant, with arched windows and alcoves, chandeliers and ornate cornicing adding a sense of grandeur.
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Assembly Terrace
Adjacent to the Assembly Room is the secluded Terrace, accessed via French doors. This open-air space on the first floor features a gravelled outdoor seating area with shrubs and potted plants. Hire for ceremonies and champagne receptions of up to 80.
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Vaulted Cellar
Looking for a characterful evening venue? Then the Vaulted Cellar with barrelled ceiling, arched walls and rustic, exposed brickwork could be ideal. Popular for wedding receptions, birthday parties and other social events, it has its own bar and soft lighting to set the mood.
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The Vaulted Cellar
Featuring arched walls, ceiling and exposed brickwork, the Vaulted Cellar has the feel of an Italian wine cellar complete with its own private bar.
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The Library
Quiet and intimate, the Library features a bookcase wall and antiques. A unique space for a small ceremony.
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The Wine Cellar
This intimate cellar features its own glass-walled wine display. A bespoke dining table adds an air of sophistication to your wedding breakfast.
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Ideal for receptions, the Assembly Room is the hotel’s largest function room, with soaring ceilings, a private bar and a mezzanine lounge. The décor is simple yet elegant, with arched windows and alcoves, chandeliers and ornate cornicing adding a sense of grandeur.
Guest Capacity
Sitting: 0 - 150Standing: 0 - 200
Features
Wi-FiAudiovisual (AV) equipment
Natural light
Accessible venue
Adjacent to the Assembly Room is the secluded Terrace, accessed via French doors. This open-air space on the first floor features a gravelled outdoor seating area with shrubs and potted plants. Hire for ceremonies and champagne receptions of up to 80.
Guest Capacity
Standing: 0 - 80Features
Natural lightAccessible venue
Looking for a characterful evening venue? Then the Vaulted Cellar with barrelled ceiling, arched walls and rustic, exposed brickwork could be ideal. Popular for wedding receptions, birthday parties and other social events, it has its own bar and soft lighting to set the mood.
Guest Capacity
Standing: 0 - 150Features
Wi-FiAudiovisual (AV) equipment
Accessible venue
Featuring arched walls, ceiling and exposed brickwork, the Vaulted Cellar has the feel of an Italian wine cellar complete with its own private bar.
Guest Capacity
Standing: 0 - 148
Quiet and intimate, the Library features a bookcase wall and antiques. A unique space for a small ceremony.
Guest Capacity
Sitting: 0 - 22
This intimate cellar features its own glass-walled wine display. A bespoke dining table adds an air of sophistication to your wedding breakfast.
Guest Capacity
Dining: 0 - 20
Events Catering
Location
Nearby attractions:
- Abbey Grounds Park
- Corinium Museum
- Cerney House Gardens
Venue Testimonials
From start to finish they were brilliant. The food was to die for with everyone blown away by the beef! Would highly recommend The Kings Head.
Darren C
Could not fault the venue it was absolutely beautiful. A wonderful setting with very attentive staff who were brilliant. The food was very good and service was excellent catering for all our needs.
Bev C
Very nice interior, friendly staff, good atmosphere. Location is ideal as it is in the centre of town. Has an amazing event room downstairs.
Archie N
Frequently Asked Questions
The cost of Assembly Room hire at Kings Head Hotel depends on the day and time of year you book, with prices starting from £2,000.
Capacity limits will vary depending on your chosen event space and are as follows:
Assembly Room: 150 theatre style/ ceremony/ dinner or 200 party style
Assembly Terrace: 100 ceremony/ 80 U-shaped seating
Assembly Reception: 50 theatre style/ ceremony or 40 for dinner
Watermoor Room (L-shaped): 15 boardroom style
Panel Room: 30 ceremony/ dinner
Wine Cellar: 18 for dinner
Vaulted Cellar: 150 party style
Library Room: 22 theatre/ ceremony or 10 boardroom style
A wedding at Kings Head Hotel will end by midnight.
As a boutique hotel wedding venue in Gloucestershire, each room’s décor is entirely unique. Some accentuate period details, while others are more contemporary, but all boast large showers, comfy beds and Nespresso machines. Choose between rooms, larger suites with seating areas, or even apartments, with discounted rates available for wedding guests.
Due to its town centre location, parking at the hotel is limited. Spaces need to be booked in advance at a rate of £15 per night. There are also several pay and display car parks nearby. Parking charges for wedding guests who book a stay directly with the hotel will be refunded.
