The William Cecil

St Martins, Stamford, PE9 2LJ -

Up to
150 guests

About Venue

Standing on the edge of the historic Burghley Estate in the charming Lincolnshire town of Stamford, The William Cecil sets new standards. If you’ve imagined a luxury bridal suite with a private garden in quintessentially English surroundings, then The William Cecil is your ideal choice.

A beautiful garden marquee awaits or you can take your choice of three stunning reception rooms in the hotel itself. New for 2016 we are also offering outdoor wedding ceremonies in our romantic garden pavilion so you can experience your special day amongst the charm of the Cecil's beautiful garden including perfectly manicured lawn and rose covered archway.

At The William Cecil, our professional staff will work with you to put together your perfect wedding day. From the first time you visit the hotel to the last dance, we will tend to your every need and we’ll get to know you and your plans just as well as you do. We’ll find out exactly what you’re looking for and put together a personal plan and quote – no ‘price per head’ packages, no standard lists of what you must have. If you want to ask a question, we will be there to help you.
We don’t do hundreds of weddings. We’re not a wedding factory and you’re not a statistic.

We pride ourselves on tailoring each wedding to your bespoke needs. We want you and your guests to be hit with the ‘wow’ factor and enjoy the wonderful ambience of the hotel while sampling some of our two AA Rosette award winning cuisine.

Capacity & Layout

Standing

up to 150

Theatre

up to 150

Boardroom

up to 20

Cabaret

up to 150

Location

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Reviews

Odile Sutcliffe
August 2025
We stayed at The William Cecil for our 14th wedding anniversary and it was perfect from start to finish. The staff are genuinely friendly, helpful, and always make you feel special — they even upgraded us to the honeymoon suite, which was such a thoughtful touch. The room was beautiful and comfortable, the food was amazing as always, and the whole atmosphere is just wonderful. This is our absolute favourite place to stay and we can’t wait to come back. Highly recommend!
louiseroberts89
July 2025
Such a lovely stay. Our initial welcome and information was great. Attention to detail was bang on and the staff were very attentive. Room was lovely, had everything needed, and location was great. We especially enjoyed the courtyard garden for afternoon drinks in the sun, and the private path into the Burghley estate parkland was super for a walk. Breakfast was delicious and we ate at sister pub- The Bull and Swan, which was fantastic. A stay to remember.
Gary Chen
July 2025
Update: Stayed here a second night for my last day in England. Had to catch an early afternoon flight from Heathrow, and was very worried I would not catch it in time. The chef was very accommodating and provided an earlier than usual break fast for us. Highly appreciate the kind gesture. Lovely find. The staff are all very friendly and the decor is very cozy. My son and I enjoyed the room treats like cookies and tea. The food at the breakfast was delicious.

Ash Banfield
August 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Stamford gem with one of the best English breakfasts you’ll ever have. The William Cecil is a perfect blend of comfort, character, and charm. Breakfast here is exceptional – the continental spread is fresh and beautifully presented, but the cooked English breakfast is on another level. Perfectly cooked eggs, top-quality sausages, crispy bacon, and all the trimmings done just right – easily one of the best I’ve ever had. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, with beds you can sink into for a great night’s sleep. The building has been modernised just enough to add comfort without losing its historic charm, and the surrounding gardens are lovely and peaceful. The staff are fantastic – attentive, warm, and helpful without ever being in your face. A highlight was the live, chilled music on a weekend afternoon, which made it hard to leave.
Qiuping Zhang
August 2025
Absolutely loved my stay here! The hospitality was top-notch—Rachel in particular was so warm and welcoming. She really went the extra mile to make me feel at home. The room was cozy, full of character, and I loved having the radio on in the background—it added such a nice touch. Breakfast was delicious, and the whole vibe of the place was just lovely. I’ll definitely be back when I’m in the area again!