Hiring the Great Oak Hall at Westonbirt The National Arboretum
- The Great Oak Hall at Westonbirt Arboretum is a stunning location for all kinds of celebrations including:
- Meetings
- Civil weddings (please email: ceremonies@fowa.org.uk)
- Renewal of vows
- Private functions
- and baby naming ceremonies

The Great Oak Hall provides a centre for visitor information and is the registered office of the Friends’ charity. The auditorium is a unique venue for a variety of events including meetings, workshops, seminars, family celebrations and receptions, naming ceremonies, birthdays, anniversaries and exhibitions.
Of mediaeval design, using traditional techniques and green oak, the Hall boasts comforts of the 21st century. The auditorium available for hire is 11.2m x 7.4m, with comfortable seating, tables and excellent natural light. A maximum of 80 people may attend who will receive free entry to the Arboretum for the day. There is audio visual equipment and a hearing loop included in the hire fee.
Catering is arranged direct with our on site franchisee, “Maples”, who offer varying menus to suit most budgets. Tel: 01666 880558 or visit www.maplesrestaurant.co.uk
Hire fees: (for all bookings EXCEPT Weddings and Exhibitions):
Day booking (over 4 hours between 9am and 5pm) £500
Half day (up to 4 hours finishing before 5pm) £250
Half day (up to 4 hours finishing after 5pm) £300
Additional hours/times by arrangement. For further details contact: greatoakhall@fowa.org.uk or Tel 01666 880148
(For wedding enquiries please contact: ceremonies@fowa.org.uk or Tel 01666 881215 download the wedding brochure from our Home page: www.fowa.org.uk)