Race days · Shows · Weddings
Stay near Chepstow Racecourse, weddings and events
Vauxhall Cottage is a detached 1790s cottage in Chepstow that sleeps 7, well placed for race days at Chepstow Racecourse, shows at the David Broome Event Centre, and weddings at St Tewdrics House, St Pierre and Mounton Brook. Bring the whole group under one roof, with a big kitchen table at its heart.
Why stay with us
- Everyone together. Up to 7 guests in 4 bedrooms, with a large kitchen and a lounge with a wood burner, so there is room to gather before and after the event.
- Close to the action. A 25-minute walk to the racecourse, and about 10 minutes by car to the event centre and wedding venues.
- Easy arrival. Self check-in from 4pm, and covered parking for 2 cars or vans, with space for a third.
- A short walk to town. Shops, pubs and restaurants in Chepstow town centre are a short stroll away. It's downhill going in, and a bit of a climb coming back.
- Dogs welcome. Up to 3 dogs, with no charge when you book direct.
Who stays with us for events
Guests have booked Vauxhall Cottage for family celebrations, birthday weekends with friends, and get-togethers where relatives travel in from further afield. Groups have included six adults and a baby, and four adults with three children. The big kitchen quickly becomes the social hub, and there are plenty of quieter corners for when people want a little space.
How far is it?
Chepstow Racecourse
A 25-minute walk from the cottage, so you can walk to the course and leave the car behind. It is also a short drive.
David Broome Event Centre
About a 10-minute drive from the cottage, for shows and events.
Wedding venues
St Tewdrics House, St Pierre and Mounton Brook are all about a 10-minute drive away, along with other local wedding venues.
Chepstow town centre
A short stroll from the cottage, with shops, pubs and restaurants. The railway station is a 15 to 20-minute walk.
Planning an event weekend
- Arriving and leaving. Check-in is from 4pm and check-out is by 10am. If you are leaving on a Sunday, we are usually able to offer an extended check-out until 4:30pm for a one-off £50, or you can add the Sunday night for £100, by personal arrangement.
- Minimum stay. It varies by season, but it is never fewer than 2 nights. The booking form has fixed rules, but we make them, so if you need something it doesn't offer, message us and we'll be happy to try to help.
- Getting there. The cottage is on the right side of Chepstow for the Severn Bridge and the M48, M4 and M5. Trains run direct from Chepstow station to Newport, Cardiff, Cheltenham and Gloucester.
- Eating out. See our things to do in Chepstow for pubs, restaurants and takeaways close to the cottage.
Race days, shows and weddings: your questions
- How far is Vauxhall Cottage from Chepstow Racecourse?
- Chepstow Racecourse is a 25-minute walk from the cottage, and an easy short drive if you would rather not walk.
- How far is it from the David Broome Event Centre?
- The David Broome Event Centre is about a 10-minute drive from the cottage.
- Which wedding venues are close by?
- St Tewdrics House, St Pierre and Mounton Brook are all about a 10-minute drive from the cottage, along with other local wedding venues.
- How many guests can stay?
- Up to 7 guests in 4 bedrooms, with 4 or 5 beds, so it suits a family, a group of friends or colleagues attending the same event.
- What time can we arrive and leave on an event weekend?
- Check-in is from 4pm and check-out is by 10am, with self check-in using a lockbox. If you are leaving on a Sunday, we are usually able to offer an extended check-out until 4:30pm for an additional one-off payment of £50, or you can add the Sunday night for £100. Both are by personal arrangement, so just message us.
- Is there a minimum stay?
- The minimum stay varies by season, but it is never fewer than 2 nights. If you have a stay in mind that the booking form doesn't offer, please message us and we'll be happy to try to help.
- Is there parking?
- Yes. The covered carport takes 2 cars or vans, with space for a third parked sideways, and there is some limited on-street parking nearby.
- Can we bring a dog?
- Yes. Up to 3 dogs are welcome, with no charge when you book direct, and we provide a bowl, a blanket, treats and a crate.
Book your event stay
Book direct for our best price, with just a £100 deposit to secure your dates. Questions about your stay? Message us on WhatsApp.
