Wedding Guitarist at Ettington Park Hotel

Ettington Park Hotel · WARWICKSHIRE

Live acoustic guitar at Ettington Park Hotel

Ettington Park Hotel near Stratford-upon-Avon is one of the finest country house hotels in the Midlands, a Victorian Gothic mansion with extraordinary interiors and extensive grounds that create a genuinely memorable setting for a wedding.

Set in grounds near the village of Ettington, the hotel combines grand Victorian Gothic architecture with the facilities of a luxury country house hotel. The main hall, with its stonework and vaulted ceilings, is one of the most dramatic interior spaces I play in anywhere. The gardens extend across several acres and offer multiple settings for outdoor music. Playing at Ettington Park is always a highlight.

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Setup & Coverage

Where I play at Ettington Park Hotel

I cover every part of the day at Ettington Park Hotel, here is how the music works across the different spaces.

Ceremony

The Main Hall

The main hall at Ettington Park has stonework and vaulted ceilings that give acoustic guitar a beautiful natural resonance. The scale of the room is impressive without being cold, the quality of the materials absorbs sound warmly, and the music fills the space in a way that feels natural and right for a ceremony.

Drinks Reception

The Gardens & Terrace

The gardens and terrace at Ettington Park offer a wonderful setting for drinks reception music in good weather. I bring outdoor-rated equipment and position speakers to cover the main gathering areas across the grounds, including any spots the photographer takes you to for portraits.

Wedding Breakfast

The Dining Room

The dining room at Ettington Park has the scale and character of the hotel as a whole, a beautiful space for a wedding breakfast. I know how to position speakers in large hotel dining rooms to ensure every table benefits from an even, comfortable level of background music throughout.

Music Packages

What I can cover on your day

Most couples at Ettington Park Hotel choose one of three options, but I am always happy to discuss combinations that suit your day best.

Ceremony & Drinks Reception

I play as your guests arrive and take their seats, through your entrance, the signing of the register, and your exit, then move to the drinks area and continue through your guests' celebrations. The most popular combination.

Ceremony music

Drinks Reception & Wedding Breakfast

A great option if you want a specific recorded song for the ceremony. I take over from the drinks reception onwards, meaning you get to be present and enjoy the live music alongside your guests.

Drinks reception

Ceremony, Drinks & Wedding Breakfast

Full day coverage, live acoustic guitar from the moment your guests arrive right through to the end of the wedding breakfast. I would discuss timings and transitions with you in advance so everything is planned and nothing left to chance.

Full day options

Whichever option you choose, I always invite you to come and sit down with me beforehand to go through your song choices. I am very happy to learn songs not already on my set list, and if anything doesn't translate well to guitar, I'll tell you honestly, and we will find something that does.

Why it works

Why acoustic guitar works at Ettington Park Hotel

Victorian Gothic architecture creates a particular acoustic environment, the stonework, the height, the weight of the building, that suits acoustic guitar beautifully. Ettington Park's main hall has a resonance that gives the instrument a natural depth and warmth. The music fills the space without effort, sitting comfortably beneath the ceremony or meal rather than competing with it. For a venue of this scale and drama, live acoustic guitar brings something genuine and human to match it.

450+

Weddings across the Midlands

20+

Years as a professional

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Fully Insured

PAT tested equipment

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Have you played at Ettington Park Hotel before?

Yes, I have played at Ettington Park and know the spaces and the team well. That familiarity means I can set up efficiently and position speakers in the right places without needing to experiment on the day.

How does acoustic guitar work in the main hall?

The main hall has excellent acoustics for acoustic guitar, the stonework and vaulted ceilings give the sound a natural warmth and resonance that is genuinely beautiful to play in. The music fills the space with presence without ever feeling too loud.

Can I have music outside at Ettington Park?

Yes, the gardens and terrace are a wonderful setting for drinks reception music. I bring outdoor equipment and can cover the full outdoor gathering area so the music reaches every guest.

How much does it cost to hire a wedding guitarist at Ettington Park Hotel?

Pricing depends on which parts of the day you'd like covered and the specifics of your booking. Full details are on my pricing page, or get in touch for a straightforward conversation.

Planning your wedding at Ettington Park Hotel?

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If you are planning your wedding at Ettington Park Hotel and would like to talk about live music, I would love to hear from you. There is no obligation and no pressure, just a conversation about what you are imagining for your day.

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Live Wedding Guitar at Ettington Park Hotel