Parish’s House

Parish's House is a Regency house in 22 acres of gardens and parkland at Timsbury, a few miles from Bath. It looks out over the Somerset hills and is set up for garden celebrations with a relaxed, outdoor feel.

Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples

Parish's House is a strong fit for couples who want a celebration that feels like their own rather than a hotel template. The ceremony is led by a celebrant of your choice, so you decide the words, the order and the tone. The woodland and the lawns give you outdoor settings without a formal room layout to fit around. Viewings are booked online, so you can see the grounds before you commit.

Ceremonies

There are three settings. The Woodlands, at the edge of the estate, has a wooden structure and suits a natural, celebrant-led ceremony. You can also marry beside the marquee on the lawns, or under a tepee, or choose another spot in the grounds. The venue's own website says it is not yet registered for legal ceremonies, so plan on a celebrant-led ceremony and check the position with the venue.

Receptions and food

The main reception space is the Copper Beech, a marquee on the lawns that holds up to 120 guests. Drinks and canapes can be served on the high lawn first, and the gardens and water feature are available for photographs. Catering is provided through two partner caterers, Queen and Whippet and Wild Fork West, so food is arranged through the venue.

Staying

The venue has an accommodation section and a cottage with a hot tub, and couples have access to the grounds for two days before the marquee goes up and one day after it comes down. Ask the team what is available for your dates.

Getting there and the area

Parish's House is in Timsbury, in Bath and North East Somerset, a short drive from the city of Bath. Bath has the Roman Baths, the Royal Crescent and plenty of places to eat, and Bristol is a short drive to the north. Guests can use overnight parking through a private entrance to the grounds.

Good to know

• Address: Hook Hill, Timsbury, Bath, BA2 0ND.
• The marquee holds up to 120 guests.
• Ceremonies are celebrant-led; book a viewing online.