Hilles House

Hilles House is a private house and garden at Edge, near Stroud in Gloucestershire. It is hired on a dry hire basis, so you build the day yourself, with a dedicated wedding planner on the venue side.

Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples

Hilles House is a strong fit for couples who want to shape every detail instead of fitting into a package. Dry hire means you choose the suppliers, the look and the pace of the day. The ceremony options cover civil, blessing and humanist styles, which gives you room to write a ceremony that reflects the two of you.

Ceremonies

Ceremonies take place in the Big Hall or on the top lawn. Up to 100 guests can attend a civil ceremony, and up to 150 can attend a blessing or a humanist ceremony. The terrace and lawns are used for drinks, and the gardens include quiet corners that suit portraits.

Receptions and food

Receptions are held in a marquee, a yurt or a tipi, chosen from a list of trusted suppliers the venue recommends. Because hire is dry, catering and drinks are arranged by you or your planner. Ask the team about caterers who already work on site.

Getting there and the area

Hilles House stands on Sevenleaze Lane at Edge, in the Cotswold hills a few miles from Stroud. Stroud has a railway station with services towards Gloucester and London Paddington. Stroud, Painswick and Cheltenham are all within a short drive.

Because the house is hired on a dry basis, early planning matters. Book your marquee, yurt or tipi supplier, caterer and bar well ahead, and ask the in-house wedding planner which suppliers already know the site. The wedding costs are listed on the venue website, so you can compare them with your budget before you visit.

The hillside setting means a change of footwear and a plan for the weather are worth discussing with guests.

Good to know

• Dry hire, so you choose your own suppliers.
• A dedicated wedding planner supports couples through planning.
• The wedding page does not list accommodation, so ask about nearby places to stay.