Notley Abbey Wedding Hire

Notley Abbey is a wedding venue located in Buckinghamshire which is owned by Bijou Wedding Venues. Originally, it was an Augustinian Abbey founded in the 12th century, which was visited by notable figures such as Henry V. The abbey was dissolved by Henry VIII in 1538, and by 1730 the abbey had reached farmhouse status. It has been regenerated in 1890 and was once owned by Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh, who threw many parties at the house. It is now an exclusive use wedding venue, with capacity for 164 guests for an indoor ceremoney and 250 for the evening reception. There are dedicated staff on hand to help plan and arrange the big day.

We're proud to deliver event hire to Notley Abbey. Some of the items we can deliver include:

Notley Abbey hosts large weddings requiring significant quantities of furniture and event infrastructure. For the capacity of 164 guests during indoor ceremonies, organizers frequently hire high-backed wooden chairs and neutral linens to complement the historic stone interiors. Evening receptions for 250 people require extensive catering equipment, including mobile ovens and stainless steel prep tables for external kitchen staff. Glassware and crockery sets must be ordered in high volumes to support the bar service and formal dining requirements throughout the main abbey house.

Planning for this venue requires careful coordination regarding floor space. Since the abbey is a historic building, you must measure the doorways and room layouts before ordering large banquet tables. We recommend ordering extra glassware and cutlery to account for breakages during busy shifts. Check that your furniture selections fit the dimensions of the ceremony room, as the historic architecture can restrict movement. Always verify the total guest count against the seating plan to prevent overcrowding within the main reception area.

Expo Hire provides delivery services to Buckinghamshire and surrounding regions seven days a week. We transport all hired items directly to the venue, allowing your team to manage setup schedules effectively. Our transport fees are calculated based on the total distance from our warehouse to the abbey location. Please confirm your site access requirements and specific delivery windows with our logistics team well in advance. We offer flexible collection options to accommodate your event breakdown schedule and venue departure times.

How to Order

Browse our furniture, linen, crockery, glassware, and catering equipment — select what you need, choose your event date, and order online. Expo Hire Thames Valley delivers throughout the Thames Valley seven days a week.