Intimate, Authentic & Personal Weddings in Dorchester-on-Thames
Imagine an intimate, authentic, and completely personal wedding at the historic White Hart Hotel in Dorchester-on-Thames, Oxfordshire. Our 16th-century coaching inn, located in the heart of this picturesque village and just steps from Dorchester Abbey, offers everything you need to celebrate your love – whether for six guests or sixty.
We believe that love has no limits.
Our weddings are:
- Inclusive – welcoming all couples, all traditions, and all families
- Flexible – no fixed supplier lists, no forced packages, just your day, your way
- Dog-friendly – because your pets are part of the family too
- Private and Personal – with opportunities for exclusive use of our spaces
We do not believe in venue hire fees. Instead, your wedding is based on a minimum number of bedrooms booked plus your chosen food and beverage package. And with free parking on site, we make sure the little details are taken care of.
Our Wedding Rooms
The Lounge
Perfect for ultra-private ceremonies of up to 10 guests — intimate, meaningful, and filled with natural light.
The Long Wittenham Room
Licensed for ceremonies of up to 40 guests. Bright, timeless, and ideal for exchanging your vows.
Radley Private Dining Room
Featuring a 17th-century Charles I fireplace, this elegant room is ideal for canapés, cocktail receptions, or intimate private dinners. Licensed for ceremonies of up to 20 guests.
WHOLE meal Restaurant
Licensed for up to 60 guests, the restaurant transforms into a chic, grand banqueting space with a long dining table — stylish, welcoming, and perfect for larger celebrations.
Private Registrar Interview Space
A dedicated private room is available for registrar interviews prior to the ceremony, ensuring a smooth and comfortable process.
Choosing The White Hart for Your Wedding
A Photographer’s Dream
Our blend of natural light, historic features, and modern yet neutral styling creates the perfect canvas for timeless wedding photography. With Dorchester Abbey’s stunning gardens next door, you’ll have an unforgettable backdrop for portraits.
Your Suppliers, Your Way
We don’t lock you into a supplier list. Use our trusted local partners or bring your own florists, stylists, photographers, and DJs. We’re here to support, not restrict.
Why Choose The White Hart?
- No venue hire fees (minimum bedroom and F&B spend applies)
- Historic venue with both modern and traditional spaces
- Inclusive and welcoming to all couples
- Dog-friendly throughout
- Private GLAM suite for getting ready
- Bespoke dining — from relaxed pub classics to refined global cuisine
- Personal, independent, and never corporate
- Great value, with tailored options for every budget
- Dedicated planning support from start to finish
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The White Hart Hotel located?
We are in the centre of Dorchester-on-Thames, Oxfordshire at 26 High Street, OX10 7HN, right beside Dorchester Abbey.
Do you charge venue hire fees?
No. Weddings are based on a minimum number of bedrooms plus your chosen food and beverage package.
Are pets allowed?
Yes. The White Hart is dog-friendly throughout, and we welcome pets as part of your day.
How many guests can you accommodate?
From six guests for the most intimate ceremonies to up to 60 for a full celebration.
Do you allow outside suppliers?
Yes. Couples may use our trusted local partners or bring in their own suppliers, from florists and stylists to DJs and photographers.
Small & Intimate (up to 14 guests)
- Minimum 5 bedrooms booked (rates agreed individually)
- Ceremony in The Lounge or Long Wittenham Room
- Drinks and canapés in the Radley from £21pp
- Private dining in the Radley from £50pp
Harts Full (up to 40 guests)
- All bedrooms booked for your guests
- Champagne and snack platters in the GLAM suite while getting ready (from £15pp)
- Ceremony in The Long Wittenham Room
- Drinks and canapés reception in the Radley from £21pp
- Wedding breakfast in the WHOLEmeal Restaurant — choose pub classics, sharing feasts, or refined mains (from £50pp)
Grand White Hart Celebration (up to 60 guests)
- All bedrooms booked (rates agreed individually)
- Exclusive use of all event spaces
- Ceremony in the WHOLEmeal Restaurant
- Drinks and canapés throughout the hotel from £21pp
- Bowl food dining or standing buffet — relaxed and sociable (from £50pp)
- Dancing and celebrations into the evening