CHESIL
HOUSE

An exquisite venue in the
heart of Winchester

01962 862333

Available 24 hours a day

A UNIQUE
FUNERAL
VENUE

Exclusively available to clients of Richard Steel & Partners, with tranquil gardens and a unique riverside setting, Chesil House is a beautiful location in the heart of Winchester for a funeral service, reception, thanksgiving or family gathering to reflect, honour and celebrate a life.

Chesil House from above
Chesil House

‘‘Chesil House was such a beautiful venue and my wife’s coffin looked magnificent, the atmosphere felt like one of joy rather than sorrow, just as she would have wanted.’’

THE
CHESIL
SUITE

The Chesil Suite consists of three light and spacious rooms, for gatherings from 10–100 people and impressive views over the river and garden. With built-in AV technology for music, photos, video and webcasting.

Chesil Suite

The Chesil Suite consists of three light and spacious rooms, for gatherings from 10–100 people and impressive views over the river and garden. With built-in AV technology for music, photos, video and webcasting.

THE
GARDEN
ROOM

The Garden Room

For a private service or smaller gathering, The Garden Room provides a more intimate setting for up to 15 people. Featuring a large picture window overlooking the gardens and the private bridge over our tributary, which flows directly underneath the floor.

The Garden Room

For a private service or smaller gathering, The Garden Room provides a more intimate setting for up to 15 people. Featuring a large picture window overlooking the gardens and the private bridge over our tributary, which flows directly underneath the floor.

THE
DECK

Opening directly off The River View Room, the glass balustrades allow uninterrupted views of the River Itchen and the Chesil House gardens. The perfect open-air space for taking time to reflect or share conversation.

The Deck

THE
GARDEN

The Garden

Our beautiful walled garden is an oasis of tranquillity in the heart of Winchester – a place of peace and colour throughout the year. Exclusively available for private ashes interments or scattering from our tributary bridge. Fresh flowers can be brought in and placed in temporary vases provided by us.

The Garden

THE
CATERING

With our award-wining resident caterers, The Little Kitchen Company, Chesil House is the perfect central Winchester venue for a reception and sharing time together after a service. Options include drinks and canapés, afternoon tea or a seated meal – simply ask for a quotation.

Every Chesil House service includes music, a complimentary holding image and a visual tribute of up to 35 photographs. The majority of families choose to have the whole service at Chesil House, including any words of committal. After the ceremony, Richard Steel & Partners will provide the hearse and bearers to proceed to the crematorium.

Rose on Willow Casket

Arranging
a funeral

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Our website is designed to offer guidance on the options available, explain the legal complexities involved and help you make the right decision.

chesil house, an exquisite venue

Chesil House
Our historic 19th century premises have been extensively refurbished to create an exquisite venue for funerals and services for 10–100 people in an unhurried atmosphere.

Contact Us
 

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We are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year – simply telephone for professional help when you need it.