Burley Manor

Burley Manor is a hotel in the village of Burley, in the New Forest in Hampshire. The grounds include lawns, old trees, a garden terrace and a deer park with deer that roam freely. A barn on the grounds hosts ceremonies and receptions.

Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples

Burley Manor is a strong fit for couples who want a woodland setting with a relaxed feel. The Deer Park Barn is bright and rustic, and the lawns, terrace and forest backdrop give you plenty of space for photographs. Rooms on site let your guests stay close, so the celebration can carry on without anyone worrying about the journey home.

Ceremonies

Ceremonies are held in the Deer Park Barn, which has a smaller, intimate room for vows. It takes up to 80 guests. The Deer Park Terrace is also listed as a ceremony location. Photographs outdoors after the ceremony use the forest as a backdrop.

Receptions and food

A larger function room in the barn hosts the wedding breakfast. It takes up to 80 guests in the daytime and up to 150 in the evening. Menus use local ingredients and can be adjusted. Choices range from a three course dinner to a sharing feast. Evening buffets and barbecues are available.

Staying

Guests can stay in the manor, which has up to 41 rooms. There is a honeymoon suite with views over the grounds. Some packages include an overnight stay with breakfast.

Getting there and the area

Burley sits on the Ringwood Road in the heart of the New Forest. Ringwood, Lyndhurst and Christchurch are all within a short drive, and Bournemouth and Southampton are further afield.

The manor suits couples who like being outdoors. The deer park, the lawns and the garden terrace all give room for drinks and photographs, and the forest is close enough for a short walk. The team offers packages that include an overnight stay for the couple. Ask which package suits a smaller wedding, and how the barn and the manor rooms work together on the day.

Good to know

• Ceremonies for up to 80 guests; evening guests up to 150.
• The deer park has free roaming deer.
• Parking details are not published, so ask the team.