Wedding venues in Derby: the five best rated places on Bridebook - from Knockerdown to Ivy House
Picking where to have your big day can be overwhelming, so we’ve taken a look at the top five best rated wedding venues around Derby according to Bridebook
With wedding season right around the corner, many couples will be looking to begin wedding planning for their big day.
Brides and grooms have to make so many decisions around tying the knot, including where they would like to get married.
Bridebook is a site that can help future newlyweds plan for their upcoming nuptials by showcasing vendors including hair and make-up artists, musicians and venues.
The venue can make or break a wedding and with the wedding industry busier than ever following COVID-19, it’s important for couples to make the decision quickly and ahead of time.
The Shottle Hall Estate
Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 2EB
Manor House - Up to 90 guests
Shottle Hall is a country house wedding venue that is perfect for both intimate indoor weddings and grand marquee celebrations.
Nestled into the edge of the Peak District National Park, the venue has beautiful grounds that look over the Ecclesbourne Valley.
Shottle Hall is perfect for up to 90 guests to attend the ceremony and 150 guests for an evening reception in their Orangery Restaurant.
Their Coach House Marquee is a permanent addition which has uninterrupted views of the countryside and can cater for larger weddings of up to 150 dining guests and 250 guests for the reception.
Costs for the venue start at £1,000 and go up to packages of £11,995, with more information available on the venue’s Bridebook page.
Bentley Brook Inn
Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1LF
Hotel - Up to 110 guests
Bentley Brook Inn is set in the picturesque Peak District and is surrounded by stunning countryside, as well as their own gardens and patios.
The venue has a selection of venues which can ensure guests have somewhere to stay to extend the celebration of your big day.
With quiet lounge areas and play areas for the children, the venue is suitable for all ages and has lots for your guests to enjoy.
The venue has a dining capacity of 110 guests and up to 200 capacity for the reception with packages starting from £25 per person.
More information for Bentley Brook Inn can be found on the venue’s Bridebook page.
Knockerdown Wedding Venue
Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1NQ
Wedding Village - Up to 100 guests
Knockerdown is one of the most unique wedding venues that Derbyshire has to offer and gives you a blank canvas to create a truly unforgettable wedding.
The venue offers exclusive use and can be yours for a whole weekend to treat like it’s your home, with 16 self-catering holiday cottages.
Knockerdown also has on site facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, children’s play area, communal games room and lots of grounds.
The venue can hold up to 100 guests and prices for hire range between £8,000 and £18,000, with more information being available on the Knockerdown Bridebook page.
Grangefields - Cripps & Co
Long Lane, Derbyshire, DE6 5BH
Barn - Up to 160 guests
Grangefields is a stunning Barn venue with a large red brick ceremony room, an oak roof and open fire.
On warmer days, the venue can host outdoor ceremonies in a sheltered courtyard with dining taking place inside the Dutch Barn which features an open kitchen.
For a unique, rustic wedding then this venue is perfect for couples looking to host with a party of up to 160 ceremony guests.
Prices to hire the venue start at £2000, with a maximum price of £7500 with more information available on the Grangefields Bridebook page.
The West Mill
Derby, Derbyshire, DE22 1DZ
Historic Cotton Mill - Up to 160 guests
The West Mill is a Grade I listed former historical cotton mill that dates back to the early 1800’s which has been restored into a unique wedding venue.
The venue launched in 2015 after the refurbishment that saw all of the industrial architecture of the 1800’s retained to make a stunning setting.
Set on the riverbank of the River Derwent, the exclusive use venue is available for up to 160 guests.
The venue also has eight venues and can sleep up to 16 guests, which makes it a perfect option for hosting the wedding party overnight.
Enquire for prices and more information on The West Mill Bridebook page.