De Vere Tortworth Court Hotel aerial shot

About

Ideally located just moment from Jct 14 of the M5, De Vere Tortworth is a striking Victorian mansion that blends historic grandeur with modern comfort and all within an 1.5hrs travel from London and 1 hr from Birmingham. Offering 201 bedrooms, 14 event spaces for up to 350 delegates, multiple dining options both indoor and outdoor, over 30 acres of space ideal for teambuilding, complimentary car and coach parking, plus leisure club and spa and an arboretum with over 200 species of trees.   

Conferences & Meetings  

De Vere Tortworth Court offers 14 versatile event spaces, the largest and most versatile space is The Westminster Suite, a bright and contemporary room featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, a built-in stage and integrated AV. With its own private breakout area and bar, it accommodates up to 350 guests and can also be divided into four syndicate rooms if required. With direct access to the outdoor bandstand and Tipi it is perfect for summer events or for Christmas the Westminster suite connects internally to the impressive Atrium with its 60ft high glass ceiling, perfect for pre-dinner drinks.  

The Orangery is a self-contained unique venue that was originally built in 1899 and it a glass panelled conservatory, ideal for dinners, celebration events and weddings. The additional event spaces range from the magnificent Victoria suite with bay windows over the gardens to the Nightingales which benefits from De Vere’s Smart Space.    

Parties & Social Events  

The elegant private dining and celebration spaces at Tortworth, can accommodate any special occasion for family, friends colleagues or delegates: from intimate private dinners to grand gala evenings.  Whether you’re planning a family feast, a college prom or a milestone celebration our spaces offer a blend of historic charm and contemporary style.  

De Vere Tortworth Court is an ideal setting for both summer and Christmas celebrations, offering flexible spaces and a stunning backdrop throughout the year. In the summer months, guests can enjoy drinks receptions, barbecues, and al fresco dining in the Tipi an idyllic and atmospheric dining experience in the heart of the hotel’s gardens, open March – October for private events and open for leisure guests on weekends. During the festive season, the hotel transforms into a magical setting for Christmas parties, from private festive dinners to large-scale celebrations, complete with seasonal menus, themed décor, and dedicated event support.  

Gala Dinners & Private Dining  

Gala Dinners at De Vere Tortworth Court offer an elegant and memorable experience within a truly impressive setting. From large-scale black-tie events in the Westminster Suite to refined dinners in the Victorian Orangery, each space can be tailored to suit the style and scale of the occasion. With capacity for up to 280 guests, bespoke menus, atmospheric lighting, and dedicated event support, the venue provides a seamless backdrop for awards evenings, charity galas, and celebratory dinners. For smaller gatherings, we offer a selection of private dining rooms ideal for intimate celebrations, executive dinners, and special occasions.  

Competitive Socialising & Team Building 

De Vere Tortworth Court offers 30 acres of grounds available for a range of team building activities. From country pursuits such as laser clay shooting activities, duck herding, Graffitiart and inflatable challenges, the hotel can accommodate team events for groups up to 500 guests.  For smaller activities we offer a range of indoor spaces and activities. We work with ACF Events but clients are welcome to work with their preferred suppliers.  

Accommodation  

De Vere Tortworth Court offers 201 bedrooms, 55 in the Mansion House and 147 in the Courtyard.  Offering a range of bedrooms types from cosy courtyard to newly refurbished superior rooms and the impressive Kipling and Paxton suites. The hotel offers up to 50 twin bedded rooms, along with 5 accessible rooms.  All rooms include en suite, tea & coffee making facilities, laptop safes, iron and ironing boards. Suites include Nespresso Machines with robes and slippers. The hotel is also pet friendly.  Leaf Spa offers a pool, steam room, sauna and 5 treatment rooms including a dry flotation bed perfect for relaxing after a hard day exploring.  

Venue 3D Tour  

The venue’s 3D tour can be found here.  

Social Impact 

De Vere Tortworth Court supports a range of charities to host events at the hotel where we offer a range of opportunities to support fundraising including, percentage of the bar tab, raffle prizes along with off setting event carbon footprints via our BCorp partner Skoot Eco.  Dedicated Charity packages are available.  

Sustainability Policy

Please find the venue's sustainability policy here

Access Statement

Please find the venue's access statement here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Capacity

RoomBanquetingBoardroomClassroomTheatreU-ShapedCabaretReception
Asquith403434903030 -
Brunel's703050904060 -
Gladstone or Disraeli or Palmerstone5040401003450 -
Gladstone/Disraeli or Palmerston/Asquith140501002004290 -
Gladstone/Disraeli/Palmerston2006015030060160 -
Kitchener - 14152014 - -
Langtry's - 121012 - - -
Nightingale - 1820402030 -
Penzance - 6 - - - - -
Room at the top - 3434603050 -
Stanley - 6 - - - - -
The Orangery12030601003070 -
Victoria401830401830 -
Westminster Suite2808020040080230 -

Capacity

Asquith Banqueting
UnitCapacity
Banqueting40
Asquith Boardroom
UnitCapacity
Boardroom34
Asquith Cabaret
UnitCapacity
Cabaret30
Asquith Classroom
UnitCapacity
Classroom34
Asquith Theatre
UnitCapacity
Theatre90
Asquith U-Shaped
UnitCapacity
U-Shaped30
Brunel's Banqueting
UnitCapacity
Banqueting70
Brunel's Boardroom
UnitCapacity
Boardroom30
Brunel's Cabaret
UnitCapacity
Cabaret60
Brunel's Classroom
UnitCapacity
Classroom50
Brunel's Theatre
UnitCapacity
Theatre90
Brunel's U-Shaped
UnitCapacity
U-Shaped40
Gladstone or Disraeli or Palmerstone Banqueting
UnitCapacity
Banqueting50
Gladstone or Disraeli or Palmerstone Boardroom
UnitCapacity
Boardroom40
Gladstone or Disraeli or Palmerstone Cabaret
UnitCapacity
Cabaret50
Gladstone or Disraeli or Palmerstone Classroom
UnitCapacity
Classroom40
Gladstone or Disraeli or Palmerstone Theatre
UnitCapacity
Theatre100
Gladstone or Disraeli or Palmerstone U-Shaped
UnitCapacity
U-Shaped34
Gladstone/Disraeli or Palmerston/Asquith Banqueting
UnitCapacity
Banqueting140
Gladstone/Disraeli or Palmerston/Asquith Boardroom
UnitCapacity
Boardroom50
Gladstone/Disraeli or Palmerston/Asquith Cabaret
UnitCapacity
Cabaret90
Gladstone/Disraeli or Palmerston/Asquith Classroom
UnitCapacity
Classroom100
Gladstone/Disraeli or Palmerston/Asquith Theatre
UnitCapacity
Theatre200
Gladstone/Disraeli or Palmerston/Asquith U-Shaped
UnitCapacity
U-Shaped42
Gladstone/Disraeli/Palmerston Banqueting
UnitCapacity
Banqueting200
Gladstone/Disraeli/Palmerston Boardroom
UnitCapacity
Boardroom60
Gladstone/Disraeli/Palmerston Cabaret
UnitCapacity
Cabaret160
Gladstone/Disraeli/Palmerston Classroom
UnitCapacity
Classroom150
Gladstone/Disraeli/Palmerston Theatre
UnitCapacity
Theatre300
Gladstone/Disraeli/Palmerston U-Shaped
UnitCapacity
U-Shaped60
Kitchener Boardroom
UnitCapacity
Boardroom14
Kitchener Classroom
UnitCapacity
Classroom15
Kitchener Theatre
UnitCapacity
Theatre20
Kitchener U-Shaped
UnitCapacity
U-Shaped14
Langtry's Boardroom
UnitCapacity
Boardroom12
Langtry's Classroom
UnitCapacity
Classroom10
Langtry's Theatre
UnitCapacity
Theatre12
Nightingale Boardroom
UnitCapacity
Boardroom18
Nightingale Cabaret
UnitCapacity
Cabaret30
Nightingale Classroom
UnitCapacity
Classroom20
Nightingale Theatre
UnitCapacity
Theatre40
Nightingale U-Shaped
UnitCapacity
U-Shaped20
Penzance Boardroom
UnitCapacity
Boardroom6
Room at the top Boardroom
UnitCapacity
Boardroom34
Room at the top Cabaret
UnitCapacity
Cabaret50
Room at the top Classroom
UnitCapacity
Classroom34
Room at the top Theatre
UnitCapacity
Theatre60
Room at the top U-Shaped
UnitCapacity
U-Shaped30
Stanley Boardroom
UnitCapacity
Boardroom6
The Orangery Banqueting
UnitCapacity
Banqueting120
The Orangery Boardroom
UnitCapacity
Boardroom30
The Orangery Cabaret
UnitCapacity
Cabaret70
The Orangery Classroom
UnitCapacity
Classroom60
The Orangery Theatre
UnitCapacity
Theatre100
The Orangery U-Shaped
UnitCapacity
U-Shaped30
Victoria Banqueting
UnitCapacity
Banqueting40
Victoria Boardroom
UnitCapacity
Boardroom18
Victoria Cabaret
UnitCapacity
Cabaret30
Victoria Classroom
UnitCapacity
Classroom30
Victoria Theatre
UnitCapacity
Theatre40
Victoria U-Shaped
UnitCapacity
U-Shaped18
Westminster Suite Banqueting
UnitCapacity
Banqueting280
Westminster Suite Boardroom
UnitCapacity
Boardroom80
Westminster Suite Cabaret
UnitCapacity
Cabaret230
Westminster Suite Classroom
UnitCapacity
Classroom200
Westminster Suite Theatre
UnitCapacity
Theatre400
Westminster Suite U-Shaped
UnitCapacity
U-Shaped80

Facilities

Catering

  • Own Catering Allowed

Establishment Features

  • Coach drop-off point
  • En Suite Accommodation On Site
  • On-site car parking

Sustainability

  • Organisation and Employees – Event Carbon Measurement
  • Organisation and Employees - Sustainability Policy
  • Products & Suppliers - Locally Sourced Produce
  • Products & Suppliers - Locally-sourced produce
  • Products & Suppliers - Plant-Based Options or Menu
  • Products & Suppliers - Seasonal Menu
  • Third Party Sustainable Certificate
  • Travel & Transport - Cycle Parking
  • Travel & Transport - Electric Vehicle Charging Point
  • Waste - Food Waste Policy

Map & Directions

Road Directions

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De Vere Tortworth Court

Type:Conference Facility

Tortworth, Wotton-under-edge, Bristol, GL12 8HH

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