Windsor is a natural choice for a Hindu wedding. It sits on the Thames, a short drive from Heathrow and the M4, M25 and M40, and it is surrounded by country houses, large hotels and estates with the space a multi-day celebration needs. Guests flying in from abroad can be at the venue within the hour.
As Hindu wedding photographers and videographers based in London, we regularly photograph weddings in Berkshire and the Windsor area. This guide covers four venues worth a visit, what we like about each from a photography point of view, and what to check before you book.
What to Look for in a Hindu Wedding Venue
A Hindu wedding needs more from a venue than a standard wedding day. Before you fall in love with the setting, check the practical points.
A space for the mandap. The ceremony room needs height, room for the family and clear sightlines for guests.
Rules on the havan. Many venues have specific requirements for a sacred fire, including isolating smoke alarms. Ask early and get it in writing.
Two rooms of similar size. If you are having a Hindu ceremony followed by a civil ceremony, two rooms close together make the day run more smoothly.
A place for the baraat. You will want outdoor space, or a covered area, for the groom's procession, dhol and dancing.
Room for your guest list. Indian weddings are often large, so check ceremony, dinner and evening capacity.
Dry hire and catering. If you want vegetarian, halal or Indian catering, check whether the venue offers dry hire or approved caterers.
Accommodation on site. Many couples have guests travelling a long way, so rooms at the venue help.
Good natural light. Large windows, gardens and terraces give us far more to work with for portraits.
Guest Capacity at a Glance
Guest numbers are one of the first things to settle for a Hindu wedding, so here is a quick comparison. Figures are approximate and vary by room and layout, so always confirm numbers with the venue before you book.
Ditton Manor, near Windsor
Ditton Manor is a historic mansion on the Thames, on the Berkshire side of the river opposite Windsor. The house was rebuilt after a fire in 1812, and it is an exclusive-use venue, so your family has it to yourselves for the day. We have photographed Hindu weddings and receptions at Ditton Manor.
Guest capacity: the Manor House is licensed for civil ceremonies for up to around 180 guests, with a seated meal for up to around 500 and up to 800 for a standing evening reception. Hindu fire ceremonies are listed as permitted.
Why couples choose it: an impressive house with lawns and river views, room for very large guest lists and the privacy of exclusive use.
Good to know: civil ceremonies must be arranged directly with the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead registrars. Ask the venue how the Hindu ceremony, civil ceremony and reception will flow between rooms. Read our venue guide for Ditton Manor.
Fairmont Windsor Park, Egham
Fairmont Windsor Park is a large hotel on the edge of Windsor Great Park, with around 40 acres of its own grounds and a lake, close to Heathrow and about an hour from central London. It has two ballrooms and large function suites, which makes it one of the biggest options in the area.
Guest capacity: ceremonies for up to around 700 guests, a seated meal for between 50 and 500 and function suites for up to around 700. There are around 200 bedrooms on site. Hindu fire ceremonies are listed as permitted.
Why couples choose it: scale, on-site accommodation for many guests and several spaces to spread events across a weekend.
Good to know: with so much space, agree early which room is used for each event, and ask about the approved caterers if you want Indian catering. See all the venues we photograph.
De Vere Beaumont Estate, Old Windsor
De Vere Beaumont Estate combines an 18th-century Georgian house, a Romanesque-style 19th-century chapel and around 40 acres of parkland. It is close to Windsor Castle and Heathrow, and the estate lists Asian weddings and halal catering among its specialities.
Guest capacity: the Beaumont Room is licensed for ceremonies of up to around 160 guests, with a seated meal for up to around 160. Larger celebrations, up to around 450 guests, are listed for other spaces, so ask which rooms are available for your date. There are 429 bedrooms on the estate.
Why couples choose it: historic buildings and gardens for portraits, a chapel with a striking painted ceiling and plenty of rooms for guests.
Good to know: the main ceremony room has a smaller capacity than some of the other venues here, so ask about options if your guest list is large, and confirm the arrangements for the havan. See all the venues we photograph.
Questions to Ask Every Venue
Can we have a sacred fire (havan) for the ceremony, and where?
Where can the baraat take place, and is there a wet-weather option?
How many guests can the ceremony space and the reception space hold?
What are the finishing time and music restrictions?
Do you offer dry hire, and are outside caterers, decorators and dhol players allowed?
Can we access the venue early for set-up and photographs?
How many bedrooms are available, and what rates apply for guests?
Photography Tips for Hindu Weddings in Windsor
Plan portraits around the light. Many Windsor-area venues have riverside or parkland grounds, so ask your photographer to suggest the best time of day for portraits at your venue.
Check permissions for public locations. If you would like portraits in places such as Windsor Great Park or around Windsor Castle, check whether permission is needed for professional photography before the day.
Allow time for travel. Windsor town centre traffic and tourist crowds can slow journeys, especially in summer, so build buffer time into your timeline.
Share your venue plans with your photographer. We are happy to talk through the layout and suggest where the mandap, family photographs and portraits will work best.
Plan for weather. Even in summer, have a wet-weather plan for the baraat and portraits.
More Venue Guides
Looking at other areas, or want to compare more options? These guides will help.
Final Thoughts
The best Hindu wedding venue is the one that works for your family, your traditions and your guest list, and that you love walking into. Windsor has a great choice, whether you want a historic mansion, a large hotel or a town centre setting with a royal backdrop.
Let's Talk About Your Windsor Hindu Wedding
If you are planning a Hindu wedding in Windsor or Berkshire, we would love to hear about it. Tell us about your day, and we will tell you how we would photograph and film it.
When you get in touch, it helps to share:
Your wedding date and your venue, or the venues you are considering
The events you would like covered, from the mehndi and sangeet to the ceremony and reception
Your estimated guest numbers
Whether you would like photography, videography or both
Ready to check availability for your date? Get in touch through our contact page or email us at weddings@dinojeram.com.
You can also explore our Hindu wedding photography or see all the venues we photograph.
