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Hertford Castle offers an affordable and inspiring backdrop for a range of celebrations and events, including weddings, private parties and corporate bookings. Exclusively available to create your own unique and bespoke occasion.

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Weddings & Receptions

Offering Civil Ceremonies, Partnerships & Renewal of Marriage Vows. find out more

DJ set up for Party Celebration

Private Hire & Parties

Celebrate a Birthday, Anniversary or Engagement. find out more

The robing room with a large red velvet covered table, the original brick and timber wall

Corporate & Business Hire

An ideal location to hold a conference, seminar, meeting or training event. find out more

Hertford Castle is an iconic Grade 1 listed building dating from the 15th century positioned within beautiful gardens alongside the River Lea. We warmly welcome you to come and discover the natural beauty the Castle has to offer.

Weddings and Receptions

Hertford Castle brings everything you need in one location, with exclusive hire and a memorable backdrop in which to host every moment of your Wedding from your ceremony through to your reception. We can welcome up to 60 guests for a ceremony and seated reception and 100 guests for a more informal reception gathering.

Hertford Castle Weddings and Receptions

Private Hire and Parties

Whether you are celebrating a special birthday, a christening, or the life of a loved one who has passed, Hertford Castle offers the perfect setting to create lasting memories. The Downshire Suite can be hired exclusively and you have the choice and freedom to select your own caterers and suppliers.

Hertford Castle Private Hire and Parties

The National Lottery Heritage Fund have backed greenspace renewal at Hertford Castle

Hertford Castle Greenspace Renewal

Hertford Castle and the surrounding greenspaces have been a prominent feature of the county town for hundreds of years, featuring stunning grounds, 12th Century curtain wall, Anglo-Saxon motte, and much more. 

The heritage and wildlife engrained into the site are what makes Hertford Castle a truly special place.

Hertford Castle Greenspace Renewal (HCGR) aims to promote the sites rich history, improve access across the site, and increase biodiversity - the grounds of Hertford Castle will be transformed by a ‘once in a generation’ investment of £3.5 million, from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

To learn more about the exciting developments, check out our "Greenspace Renewal" page. 

Greenspace Renewal



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  • Hertford Castle is not open to the public.
    Hertford Castle is only open in office hours, to those on Council business; unless booked as a venue or during an event or open day.