A historic manor with a modern purpose
From its first mention in the Domesday Book to welcoming kings and queens, Maydencroft has always been a place of significance. Today, it continues as both a working manor and a gathering place. Just outside Hitchin and only 30 minutes from London, it offers an extraordinary setting for weddings, private celebrations, film shoots, and conservation work. Step into a landscape where history, nature, and community come together.
A story that continues to unfold
Maydencroft Manor has been home to royalty, hosted historic moments, and continues to play an active role in farming and conservation today. Our 16th-century Bunyan’s Barn and surrounding grounds offer a distinctive backdrop as a Hitchin wedding venue, as well as private hire and film shoots. The manor’s meadows and fields are managed through conservation grazing, supporting rare habitats and native breeds. By choosing Maydencroft Manor, you’ll enjoy more than a beautiful setting, you’ll become part of a place where heritage and environmental care go hand in hand.