Funeral Wake in Basingstoke

Tranquil spaces for remembrance

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A thoughtful setting for celebrating life

Tucked away within 300 acres of estate gardens & woodlands, Oakley Hall is a charming and peaceful countryside manor in Basingstoke, Hampshire that can host your loved ones' Funeral Wake or Celebration of Life. You'll notice from the moment you walk through our doors that our Georgian manor house is full of beautiful 18th century character. All of our event spaces feature floor to ceiling windows which allows plenty of natural light to trickle into each room, whilst our modern Main House Bar provides the perfect space for socialising during your time at Oakley Hall.

Funeral wakes are an essential part of the grieving process, providing a tranquil space for remembrance where family and friends can come together to support one another after a loss. Our dedicated team will take care of all the details, allowing families to focus on the emotional aspects of remembering and celebrating their loved ones.

Why choose Oakley Hall for a Celebration of Life in Basingstoke?

- Charming Georgian manor house setting
- Elegant interiors throughout the manor house
- Spaces for 20 to 350 guests
- Beautiful grounds and tranquil gardens
- 15 minute drive from Basingstoke Crematorium - Hampshire (5 miles)
- Flexible catering options
- 100 + car parking spaces
- Disabled access throughout the property including ramps and lifts to the higher floors

Oakley Hall provides a serene and supportive environment to help families celebrate the life of their loved ones.

The venue and arrangements for the wake should reflect the personality and wishes of the deceased, creating a fitting and memorable atmosphere for remembrance.

Our Spaces

Garden Pavilion

The Garden Pavilion is a beautiful, modern space that is ideal for larger numbers, ideal for 70 to 350 guests. It includes a private bar, high quality sound system and private terrace leading to our gardens. Explore the Garden Pavilion here.

Garden Suite

The Garden Suite is one of the elegant spaces on the ground floor of the hotel. With ornate Georgian features, including an original fireplace and hanging chandeliers, the Garden Suite is flooded with natural light and breath-taking views of our estate - making it one of the most charming spaces at Oakley Hall. Ideal for hosting between 50 to 100 guests.

The Library

Ideal for hosting between 20 to 40 guests, The Library is a beautifully unique space that really encompasses the charming character of Oakley Hall. With elegant mahogany bookcases and floor to ceiling windows, The Library is on the ground floor of the property and is located right next to the Main House Bar making it ideal for socialising with loved ones. To explore the seating options in this event space, you can visit our spaces page.

Garden Room & Winchester

The Garden Room and Winchester Room are the two rooms which combine together to make the Garden Suite. So if you like the delicate aesthetic of the Garden Suite but are looking to host smaller numbers, the Garden Suite and Winchester Rooms are perfect for you. Ideal for hosting up to 48 guests. To see more of this event space for the funeral reception or wake event you are planning, please click here.

Austens, Steventon & Alton Rooms

Our three first floor rooms are all flooded with natural light and feature spectacular views of our peaceful gardens. Each are delicate in design and have access either up the stairs or via an elevator. These rooms are also ideal for hosting wakes, providing a warm and respectful environment with various amenities to make the gathering memorable.

 

Austens Room capacity - up to 32 guests
Steventon Room capacity - up to 40 guests
Alton capacity Room - up to 30 guests

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Event Catering & Planning Support

We understand that planning an event of this nature can be extremely difficult for some. From the moment you enquire with our team, we will ensure that the planning process is as easy as can be. One of our wonderful Event Co-ordinators will be dedicated to your event and help you with the planning. When the date itself arrives you will then have a point of contact throughout the day who will be on hand to assist however you need.

Oakley Hall Hotel offers a range of dining options for you to choose from for your loved ones' Wake or Celebration of Life. Whether you're wanting a casual buffet for guests to nibble & graze at, a quintessential Afternoon Tea or something unique (such as a BBQ or Hog Roast) we will work with you to make your time with us special.

- Buffet (5, 7 and 10 option offerings available)
- Afternoon Tea (buffet style)
- BBQ
- Hog roast
- Three course meal

 

 

 

 

Everything was perfect, from dealing with you personally and making all the necessary arrangements, to the sensitive and efficient attention bestowed on us by Ben and his colleagues at the event. We were very impressed. Please pass on our sincere thanks to all those involved.

April, 2025

Everything went very well at the Celebration, thank you for everything you did. It was well organised. The family were very pleased with the choice of location. The food was absolutely fine, the staff team were attentive and the room suited us really well.

April, 2025

We were extremely pleased with everything you organised for us I can not thank you enough. Your staff were all warm and welcoming, we couldn't have asked for a better venue such beautiful surroundings. The food was amazing and had lots of lovely comments from family and friends.

February, 2025



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