The luxurious country estate where comedian Jack Whitehall and model Roxy Horner celebrated their extravagant £250,000 wedding has been ordered to cease operations following persistent complaints from local residents. Euridge Manor, a stunning 17th-century property in Wiltshire, hosted the celebrity couple's nuptials last Saturday, but now faces closure by May 17th after a ruling by the government's Planning Inspectorate.
Neighbourhood Disruption and Council Action
Local villagers have expressed growing frustration over what they describe as excessive noise and traffic generated by weddings and private parties at the 450-acre estate. One anonymous resident claimed the peaceful rural area had been transformed into "Malaga," citing regular disturbances that disrupted sleep and community tranquility. Wiltshire Council imposed strict planning conditions aimed at mitigating noise pollution, but the venue's operators challenged these measures as "unreasonable" and "inconsistent."
Failed Appeal and Proposed Solutions
Euridge Manor Weddings, owned by Jigsaw founder John Robinson, submitted an appeal eight months ago alongside proposals to reduce noise impact, including banning outdoor brass instruments, drums, and bagpipes. Despite these suggestions, the Planning Inspectorate dismissed the appeal, upholding the council's conditions and mandating the venue's closure. Councillor Mel Jacob, Deputy Leader of Wiltshire Council, emphasized the council's duty to protect communities, stating that commercial activities must operate responsibly without causing excessive disturbance to residents.
Celebrity Wedding Details
Jack Whitehall and Roxy Horner's wedding was a lavish affair documented by Vogue magazine. The ceremony featured an outdoor setting attended by notable guests including Jamie Redknapp and his wife Frida, actor Douglas Booth, and businessman Gabe Turner. Roxy Horner wore two designer Galia Lahav gowns, estimated to cost up to £16,000 each, while Jack Whitehall experienced a wardrobe malfunction in his Tom Ford suit. The couple's daughter, Elsie, served as a flower girl during the emotional ceremony.
Historical Context and Community Relations
John Robinson purchased Euridge Manor in 1980 and expanded the estate to 450 acres through restoration and additional land acquisitions. Despite hosting community events like country fayres and summer balls in the past, relations with locals deteriorated after 2015 when Robinson registered the events business, leading to increased noise levels. Robinson, who has connections to the Middleton family and hosted Princess Margaret at his villa on Mustique, now faces financial challenges with the venue's impending closure.
Legal and Financial Implications
With only 30 days until the potential shutdown, Robinson confronts significant financial repercussions. In a separate legal matter, Robinson and farm manager Charles Williams are awaiting trial on animal cruelty charges related to sick and dead sheep, though they have applied to have these charges dismissed. The Planning Inspectorate noted that its decision remains subject to potential High Court challenge within a six-week period, but declined further comment.
Residents expressed relief at the closure order, describing years of disruption from "posh yobs with too much money and too little class." The controversy highlights ongoing tensions between commercial wedding ventures and rural community preservation in picturesque English villages.
