Bridal Hair & Makeup at The Oakley Court
In Windsor · Berkshire
About the Venue
The Oakley Court
A striking Victorian Gothic mansion on the banks of the River Thames, The Oakley Court offers exclusive-use weddings in a beautifully refurbished country house setting. With the entire estate yours for the day — mansion bedrooms, lounges, grounds and the Terrace Restaurant — it creates a wonderfully private and relaxed atmosphere for your celebration.
Oakley Court has such a striking presence — Victorian Gothic architecture right on the banks of the Thames, and with exclusive use the whole estate feels like your own private country house for the day. Jade loves how relaxed the atmosphere is here, with the riverside setting and beautiful grounds creating the most wonderful backdrop for everything from getting ready through to the evening celebrations.
Location: Water Oakley, Windsor SL4 5UR — effectively in Windsor itself, just off the A308.
Getting Ready
Bridal preparation takes place in a charming house on the grounds with a balcony overlooking the river — a truly calming spot to begin your wedding day. With exclusive use, there’s flexibility on timings and access throughout the morning.
The river views from the balcony bring in beautiful natural light, and the spacious layout means Jade can set up comfortably with room for the whole bridal party. The exclusive-use model means no time pressures from hotel check-in schedules — the space is yours from the moment you need it.
Capacity & Setting
Up to 140 guests in The Big Room, with smaller spaces for intimate celebrations.
Riverside parkland on the Thames with sweeping lawns, mature trees and stunning water views in every direction. The Gothic architecture of the main house creates dramatic photo opportunities, and the riverside terrace is perfect for champagne receptions.
What Brides Love
The riverside backdrop for photographs that looks incredible in every season, the quality of the food that guests always comment on, the exceptional staff, and the beautiful grounds for champagne receptions by the water. The venue is also dog-friendly throughout, which is a lovely touch for couples with four-legged family members.
Your Wedding Morning
What to Expect on the Day
Jade will arrive at The Oakley Court and set up in the prep house overlooking the river. She brings a detailed schedule for your bridal party and gets everything organised so the morning runs beautifully from start to finish.
With the Thames right outside the window and the Gothic mansion in the background, there’s a real sense of occasion to the morning. Jade keeps everything on time so you can enjoy the setting, the champagne, the excitement — all the things that make a wedding morning special.
She stays with you until the ceremony, making sure every last detail is perfect. The walk from the prep house through the grounds to the ceremony is a beautiful moment, and Jade makes sure you feel completely confident and stunning for it.
Jade’s Tip
Hair & Makeup at The Oakley Court
The getting-ready space overlooks the Thames, offering beautiful natural light that’s perfect for makeup. With exclusive use, Jade can arrive early and set up without any time pressure — ideal for a relaxed bridal morning.
Oakley Court is effectively in Windsor — just off the A308 — so Jade can be there in minutes. She knows the venue well and loves the flexibility that exclusive use gives for planning the morning schedule around your specific needs.
The riverside setting is gorgeous for photographs, so Jade always makes sure hair and makeup are finished with plenty of time for your photographer to capture you by the water before the ceremony.
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Getting married at The Oakley Court?
Jade’s bridal dates go quickly, particularly between May and September. Get in touch with your venue and date and she’ll come back with availability and a tailored quote within 48 hours.
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