After many years without weddings taking place here, Dunstable Town Council is delighted to bring wedding ceremonies back to Grove House, reaffirming its place at the heart of the town. Today, Dunstable Town Council proudly operates Dunstable’s only two wedding venues — Grove House and Priory House — offering couples trusted, beautiful settings for their special day. Grove House is licensed for ceremony-only weddings and can accommodate up to 40 guests, making it ideal for couples seeking an intimate and memorable celebration. An interlinked room provides space for 30 additional attendees, offering full visibility of the ceremony through the shared doorway.
Wedding packages start from £250, excluding registrar fees.
Please note you will need to book and enquire with the registrar first
Wedding options
The Ceremony Room
The main ceremony room at Grove House can seat up to 40 guests and offers a light, elegant setting for your wedding ceremony. Painted in crisp white with delicate gold embellishments and finished with a stunning chandelier, the room feels timeless, romantic and beautifully refined.
Natural light enhances the space, creating a calm and welcoming atmosphere that suits both traditional and modern ceremonies. Whether you are celebrating with family and friends or keeping your guest list small, the ceremony room provides a graceful backdrop for one of life’s most meaningful moments.
Photo credit: Photography Passion JT
Intimate Wedding Ceremonies
For couples who wish to keep their wedding day beautifully simple, Grove House offers the perfect setting for intimate wedding ceremonies with as few as two guests. A dedicated smaller ceremony room within this historic building provides a calm and private space to exchange vows, ideal for couples who value meaningful moments over large gatherings. With elegant surroundings and a relaxed atmosphere, these ceremonies feel personal, heartfelt and truly special. Whether you are planning a quiet celebration with just your closest loved ones or choosing a more understated way to say “I do”, Grove House allows you to mark your commitment in a setting that feels both significant and timeless.
Photo credit: Photography Passion JT
Outdoor Wedding Ceremonies on the Grove Lawn
For couples dreaming of an outdoor ceremony, the Grove Lawn provides a stunning natural setting. Surrounded by mature trees, colourful planting and the historic façade of Grove House, this beautiful garden space creates a romantic backdrop for exchanging vows in the open air. Outdoor ceremonies at Grove House are perfect for those who want a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere, with wonderful photo opportunities throughout the gardens.
Twilight Wedding Ceremonies
Grove House also offers a twilight wedding ceremony, held indoors in the ceremony room at 5pm. As daylight fades, the building takes on a warm and romantic ambience, creating an intimate setting that feels wonderfully special and different.
A twilight ceremony is ideal for couples looking for something a little more unique — a quieter, atmospheric moment to exchange vows in one of Dunstable’s most historic buildings.
*AI photo for illustrative purpose*
Frequently asked questions (FAQS)
40 guests must includes the photographer should you have one. The couple and registrars are not included in this number.
Yes. All children including babies in arms are included in the guest number.
Yes, We can remove a chair and this can be replaced by the wheelchair.
The ceremony rooms holds the couple, plus 40 guests.
The Bedford room holds the couple and up to 9 guests.
The outside area including the bandstand hold the couple and 40 guests.
No, we can accommodate a maximum of 40 guests. This ensures that if the weather changes and we need to move the ceremony indoors, there is comfortable seating for everyone
Yes, sashes can be added to the added to the chairs and flowers can be added where necessary. Any candles but be battery operated. We cannot allow real candles, no structures are allowed.
Yes, background music is provided whilst the guests are seated. You may choose different music to walk up the aisle, sign the register and leave the ceremony. The music that you choose must be approved by the Registrar. Once approval has been given choices must be provided to us, up to two weeks prior to the wedding and you must state the name of the artist for each tune selected.
No, but we are happy for you to make your own arrangements. A tripod can be set up and the front of the ceremony room for this purpose. Please remember if you hire a professional person, they will be counted as one of your guests.
Yes, confetti can be thrown outside the building but it MUST be biodegradable. No confetti can be thrown in the building.
One space will be reserved for the wedding car and a permit will be provided. All guest must park off site. There is parking available nearby at Asda and Regent Street *charges may apply*.
Yes, the venue is all on one level. There is a wheelchair entrance to the side of the venue. There is also a disable toilet on-site. A disable parking space can be reserved on request.
Please fill in the form below to enquire or email moments@dunstable.gov.uk with your details or call 01582 891420.
