The Montagu Arms Hotel

The Montagu Arms is a 17th century country house hotel in the village of Beaulieu, in the New Forest in Hampshire. It sits in a riverside setting, and weddings can be held with exclusive use of the whole venue for up to 150 guests. Smaller and micro weddings are also offered.

Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples

It is a strong fit for couples who want a whole country house for their guests without a large-venue feel. Exclusive use means your party has the hotel to itself, and the intimate and micro formats suit couples who would rather keep the day close to family and friends. The hotel also publishes real weddings, recommended suppliers and a wedding FAQ, which helps when you are building the day from scratch.

Ceremonies

The hotel has more than one indoor wedding space. The Oakwood room is licensed for civil ceremonies, and the gardens are used for drinks and canapes after the vows. You can exchange vows and then celebrate with your guests in the same house.

Receptions and food

Receptions take place on site, with wedding packages that cover the meal. A menu tasting is part of the process. The grounds offer garden space for drinks, and the riverside and village setting gives the photographer plenty to work with.

Staying

As a hotel, the Montagu Arms has bedrooms for you and your guests, and a Rooms page on the hotel site sets out the options. Exclusive use gives your party the whole building overnight.

Getting there and the area

Beaulieu is a village in the heart of the New Forest National Park, close to the Solent coast and the market town of Lymington. It is an easy base for guests who want to walk in the forest or visit the coast around the wedding. Many visitors know Beaulieu for its riverside and its village setting, and the hotel uses both as backdrops for photographs on the day.

Good to know

• Exclusive use is available for up to 150 guests.
• Micro and intimate weddings are offered.
• The hotel runs dog weddings as well as couple weddings.