Butley Priory, a Luxurious Historic Wedding Venue in Suffolk

Deep in the Suffolk countryside, close to the coast, you'll find romantic Butley Priory, an enchanting historic wedding venue surrounded by ancient woodland, just two hours from London.

Butley Priory was built as the gatehouse to an Augustinian Monastery. This 700-year-old architectural gem lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

CEREMONY

Indoor and outdoor ceremonies for up to 95 guests
RECEPTION

For up to 80 guests inside the Priory and up to 200 guests with a marquee
ACCOMMODATION

Four luxurious properties sleeping 47 guests

Indoor wedding ceremony room at Butley Priory, a 700 year old historic wedding venue in Suffolk.

Weddings at Butley Priory

Butley Priory is an exceptional boutique countryside venue, perfect for smaller, private, luxury weddings or add a tipi or marquee for boho-style or grander celebrations.

The Great Hall, with its soaring stone vaulted ceiling, is the most beautiful airy space for your ceremony while the sheltered South garden is idyllic for your drinks reception.

Upstairs, you’ll discover four romantic bedrooms furnished with pretty fabrics, huge comfortable beds and roll top baths.

Stay a few days, become a part of Butley’s story and immerse yourself in the unique character and glorious surroundings of this historic enchanting retreat.

“We had the perfect day! The Priory & its grounds looked absolutely stunning but what really stood out for us was your kind attentiveness & personal touches throughout the whole day”

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Birthday Parties & Special Occasions

Whether celebrating a special birthday, welcoming the arrival of a new-born or saying goodbye to a loved one, Butley Priory offers a graceful and adaptable space for drinks receptions, evening dinners, parties and Summer balls.

Filming & Photography Location Hire

The Priory has been used for a wide range of recording, photographic and filming shoots, including a recent Channel 4 series called ‘Extraordinary Escapes’ with Sandy Toksvig. The Arctic Monkeys recorded their latest album here in the Great Hall.

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Luxury Holiday Accommodation in Suffolk

BUTLEY ABBEY FARMHOUSE

Butley Abbey Farmhouse overlooks its large garden, tennis court, thatched summerhouse and croquet lawn, with meadows and woods beyond. With twelve charming bedrooms (sleeping 24), it is the ideal setting for gathering friends and family together for special occasions and holidays on the Suffolk coast.

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BUTLEY PRIORY

Butley Priory is the former gatehouse to an Augustinian Priory founded here in 1171, now beautifully restored to offer holidays and short breaks to families and large groups looking for a special place to stay in Suffolk. Four exquisite bedrooms sleeping 7-13 guests with beautiful living spaces and mature garden.

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BUTLEY PRIORY COTTAGE

Butley Priory Cottage is an 18th century flint cottage beside the Priory. Once used as a stable for the Priory and later as a summerhouse, it is available for midweek and weekend stays. It has two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, open plan kitchen/dining room and a double sofa bed in the sitting room.

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PADDY'S COTTAGE

Paddy’s Cottage adjoins the Farmhouse and offers a ground floor bedroom, complete with spacious and contemporary wet room. It has two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, open plan kitchen/dining room and a double sofa bed in the sitting room. A pretty courtyard garden for sunsets & daiquiris.

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