Ah, Cheshire! Land of cheese, cats with creepy grins, and enough stunning Cheshire wedding venues to make even the most commitment-phobic among us consider tying the knot. Whether you’re planning your own big day or just fancy gatecrashing someone else’s (we don’t judge), buckle up for a whirlwind tour of Cheshire’s most enchanting “I do” locales. From castles that’ll make you feel like royalty (tiara not included) to barns so rustic you’ll be checking for chickens, we’ve got the lowdown on the cream of the crop. So grab a glass of bubbly (or a bucket, we won’t tell), and let’s dive into the wonderful world of Cheshire wedding venues!
Ever dreamed of being a Disney princess but worried you’d trip over your ballgown? Fear not, fair maiden (or lad)! Peckforton Castle is here to fulfil all your fairytale fantasies, minus the evil stepmother and talking mice.
• Perfect for dramatic entrances (bring your own smoke machine)
• Real-life castle that makes Hogwarts look like a garden shed
• Suits couples who use words like “thy” and “forsooth” unironically
• Temptation to yell “Release the hounds!” at unwanted guests
• Risk of guests getting lost in the numerous rooms (breadcrumb trail recommended)
If you’ve always fancied yourself as a bit of a Lord or Lady Grantham (but with better dance moves), Combermere Abbey is your jam. Just try not to recreate any scenes from “The Hangover” in the historic rooms, okay?Ever dreamed of being a Disney princess but worried you’d trip over your ballgown? Fear not, fair maiden (or lad)
• Glasshouse for ceremonies (plant lovers, rejoice!)
• Fruit Tree Maze for losing that one relative who won’t stop asking when you’re having kids
• Exclusive use, so you can pretend you own the place (just for a day)
• Temptation to start speaking with a posh accent
• Urge to rename all your pets “Fido” or “Fluffy”
Can’t decide between a grand manor, a lakeside pavilion, or a garden party? Why choose when you can have it all? Thornton Manor is like the Swiss Army knife of Cheshire wedding venues.
• Four venues in one (for the indecisive couple)
• Capacity for up to 2000 guests (perfect for those who can’t bear to leave out their third cousin twice removed)
• Beautiful lake (for impromptu swimming sessions after one too many champagnes)
•Risk of getting lost on the 120-acre estate (GPS recommended)
•Temptation to recreate “Bridgerton” scenes in the gardens
Once owned by Gary Barlow, Delamere Manor lets you live out your boyband fantasies. Don’t worry, singing ability not required (but highly encouraged after a few drinks).
• On-site nightclub (for when Aunt Mildred starts requesting ABBA)
• Lakeside chalet (for romantic moments or hiding from said Aunt Mildred)
• Chance to say “I’m getting married at Gary Barlow’s old gaff”
• Uncontrollable urge to perform Take That’s greatest hits
• Guests attempting to recreate “A Million Love Songs” music video
Rookery Hall is for those who want a touch of Jane Austen with their wedding, but also a place to nurse their hangover the next day. Mr. Darcy not included, sadly.
• Georgian architecture (for your “period drama” fantasies)
• On-site spa (for pre-wedding pampering or post-wedding recovery)
• Hotel rooms (so no one has to drink and drive their horse and carriage)
• Temptation to speak entirely in Jane Austen quotes
• Risk of never wanting to leave the spa
Colshaw Hall is like that overachieving friend who’s good at everything. Beautiful? Check. Exclusive? Check. Walled gardens? Check. Ability to make all other venues feel inadequate? Double-check.For those who want a touch of Jane Austen with their wedding, but also a place to nurse their hangover the next day. Mr. Darcy not included, sadly. Definitely one of my fave Cheshire wedding venues
• Tudor-style hall (history buffs, rejoice!)
• Walled gardens (perfect for secret rendezvous or hide and seek)
• Exclusive use (so you can be as loud as you want)
• Sudden desire to change your last name to “Tudor”
• Urge to start every sentence with “I declare…”
With over 1000 acres of deer park, Tatton Park is perfect for couples who want their wedding to have more land than some small countries. Just try not to get too power-hungry.
• Choice of venues (for when you can’t make up your mind)
• Deer park (for those “enchanted forest” vibes)
• Rich history (impress your guests with random facts)
• Temptation to start referring to yourself as “Lord/Lady [Your Name]”
• Risk of guests trying to befriend (or worse, ride) the deer
Capesthorne Hall is what happens when a Jacobean mansion decides to get a makeover. It’s like the architectural equivalent of your gran getting a hip replacement – classic, but with a modern twist.
• Beautiful interiors (Instagram-worthy shots guaranteed)
• Three lakes (for dramatic reflections or impromptu swimming)
• Flexible approach to suppliers (bring your own juggling unicyclist if you want)
• Sudden urge to start wearing cravats
• Risk of getting lost in the gardens and starting a new life there
Can’t afford the whole abbey? No worries! Hilltop Country House offers all the charm of a period drama, but with less chance of a scandalous love affair with the footman.
• Family-run (they’ll treat you like one of their own, embarrassing stories included)
• Oak-beamed barn (rustic charm without the actual farm animals)
• Intimate atmosphere (perfect for introverts or those with restraining orders)
• Temptation to start calling everyone “darling” in a posh accent
• Penny the black cat, I love her and always make time for a fuss with her.
• Risk of never wanting to leave and becoming the resident ghost
If you’re the type who thinks anything older than your iPhone is ancient, Merrydale Manor is your jam. It’s so new and shiny, you might need sunglasses.
• Purpose-built wedding barn (no actual cows included)
• State-of-the-art sound system (for when you inevitably play “Dancing Queen”)
• Modern decor (no dusty old portraits judging your life choices)
• Temptation to turn your wedding into a TikTok challenge
• Risk of the venue being so perfect, you’ll want to renew your vows
There you have it, folks! Ten Cheshire wedding venues that are so fabulous, you might just want to marry them instead of your partner. From castles that’ll make you feel like royalty (tiara not included) to barns so posh the chickens probably have their own butlers, Cheshire’s got it all.
Remember, choosing a wedding venue is like choosing a life partner – it should make your heart skip a beat, your wallet cry a little, and your friends green with envy. And if all else fails, just pick the one with the best cake-cutting backdrop. After all, isn’t that what weddings are really about?
So whether you’re a Disney princess in disguise, a wannabe pop star, or just someone who really likes old buildings, Cheshire’s got a venue that’ll make your big day unforgettable. Just don’t blame us if you end up wanting to get married every weekend – we hear divorce lawyers in Cheshire are very understanding.
Now go forth and get hitched in style! And remember, if anyone objects to your union, there’s always the fruit maze at Combermere Abbey to lose them in. Happy wedding planning, and may your marriage be as solid as Peckforton Castle’s foundations (and hopefully with fewer drafts). I hope you enjoyed my take on Cheshire wedding venues, I’ve been to them all so you’re in trusted hand with me.
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