Whether you’re planning a corporate gathering, a private celebration, or a wedding day with a difference, The Fordwich Arms offers a truly distinctive setting in the heart of England’s smallest town.
With refined dining, a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and the historic Fordwich Town Hall just moments away, we specialise in intimate, beautifully curated events with a sense of place.
Events
Personalised events designed to match your unique vision, including intimate and grand options.
Fordwich is officially England’s smallest town, complete with its own Town Council and Mayor, and at its heart sits the remarkable 15th century Fordwich Town Hall, still in use today.
The ancient hall retains its original timbers and historic features, including a former courtroom, jury seating, and even a small gaol last used in 1855, offering a truly unique and characterful setting.
Fordwich Town Hall
Licensed for civil weddings and partnership ceremonies
Suitable for intimate ceremonies of up to 35 guests
Ideal for vow renewals and naming ceremonies
Includes a charming garden for photographs
Celebrations at The Fordwich Arms
Located directly opposite the Town Hall, The Fordwich Arms is a natural choice for pre- or post-ceremony receptions.
Couples and guests can enjoy drinks and dining in our restaurant, garden or riverside terrace, with the River Stour flowing gently between the two historic buildings.
If you’re looking for a small, intimate and genuinely unique wedding experience, combining the medieval Town Hall with a Michelin-starred dining destination, Fordwich offers something truly special.
Let us help you plan your event
Every event at The Fordwich Arms is approached with care, flexibility and attention to detail. We’re happy to discuss menus, timings and layouts to ensure your occasion feels just right — whether it’s a wedding day, a celebration, or a business gathering.
To enquire about events, please get in touch and we’ll be delighted to help.
The Fordwich Arms is an ideal choice for small corporate events, team dinners, strategy days, and private celebrations such as birthdays and anniversaries.
Our dining room can be booked for exclusive use, or guests can enjoy the terrace and garden overlooking the River Stour in warmer months. Every event is tailored to suit your needs — from relaxed lunches to more formal dining experiences.
We work closely with you to create an occasion that feels effortless, personal, and memorable.
Let us help you plan your event
Every event at The Fordwich Arms is approached with care, flexibility and attention to detail. We’re happy to discuss menus, timings and layouts to ensure your occasion feels just right — whether it’s a wedding day, a celebration, or a business gathering.
To enquire about events, please get in touch and we’ll be delighted to help.
From chef-led dining experiences to bespoke celebrations built around food, seasonality and setting, The Fordwich Arms lends itself beautifully to immersive events.
Our historic surroundings, thoughtful menus and attentive service create an atmosphere that feels both relaxed and special, ideal for events that deserve something a little out of the ordinary.
Let us help you plan your event
Every event at The Fordwich Arms is approached with care, flexibility and attention to detail. We’re happy to discuss menus, timings and layouts to ensure your occasion feels just right — whether it’s a wedding day, a celebration, or a business gathering.
To enquire about events, please get in touch and we’ll be delighted to help.
Some occasions don’t fit neatly into a category — and that’s where bespoke events at The Fordwich Arms truly shine.
Whether you’re planning a private celebration, a creative gathering, a family milestone, or something entirely your own, we work with you to design an event that reflects your vision, your guests, and the setting.
From intimate dinners and long-table feasts to events that combine the historic Fordwich Town Hall with dining at The Fordwich Arms, every detail is considered with care — menus, flow, timings and atmosphere — to create something genuinely personal.
Our unique location, overlooking the River Stour and surrounded by centuries of history, provides a remarkable backdrop for events that deserve to feel thoughtful and special, rather than formulaic.
If you have an idea in mind — or simply the beginnings of one — we’d be delighted to explore how we can bring it to life.
Please get in touch to discuss a bespoke event.
