Derbyshire Wedding Venues: 10 Luxurious Locations for Your Big Day

Derbyshire, with its rolling hills, charming villages, and grand country estates, provides a truly idyllic backdrop for your wedding day.

Whether you dream of a grand celebration in a historic house or a more intimate affair in a converted barn, Derbyshire has a venue to suit your style.

As a wedding sax player who's performed at hundreds of weddings across the country, I've put together a list of my top 10 favourite venues in Derbyshire. I may be a little biased as I grew up in the area, but these stunning locations offer a unique blend of charm, character, and luxurious amenities, ensuring your wedding day is an unforgettable experience.

From grand stately homes to enchanting converted barns and mills, Derbyshire has a wedding venue to suit every taste and budget. So, grab a cup of tea, put on your favorite wedding planning playlist, and get ready to be swept away by these Derbyshire gems!

1. Grangefields BARN

Nestled in the heart of the Derbyshire countryside, Grangefields Barn is one of the stunning Wedding Venues from Cripps & Co. that exudes rustic elegance and sophistication on the historic Trusley Estate. With its wildflower lawns, sweeping driveway, fire pits and bright, open rooms, Grangefields provides a picture-perfect setting for your wedding day. The Grangefields Barn team are there to help you plan your day from start to finish, and can even help suggest incredible suppliers and local hotel recommendations.
https://crippsandco.com/grangefields

2. Swancar Farm Country House

Thinking of a charming farmhouse feel? Look no further than Swancar Farm Country House. This beautifully restored farmhouse offers a relaxed and intimate setting for your wedding celebration. Celebrate with your nearest and dearest in the idyllic courtyard or dance the night away in the converted barn.

https://www.swancarfarmcountryhouse.com/

3. Donington Park Farmhouse

Steeped in history, Donington Park Farmhouse is a charming 17th-century farmhouse that oozes character. This unique venue offers a variety of spaces for your wedding ceremony and reception, from the cozy inglenook fireplace to the spacious gardens.

https://parkfarmhouse.co.uk/

4. Shottle Hall

Shottle Hall is a stunning Victorian country house wedding venue nestled in the heart of Derbyshire, England. It offers a blend of traditional charm and modern luxury, making it a popular choice for couples seeking an elegant and sophisticated setting for their wedding day. With its impressive facade, elegant interiors, and sprawling gardens, Shottle Hall offers a luxurious backdrop for your special occasion.

https://www.shottlehall.co.uk/

5. Tissington Hall

Immerse yourselves in history and grandeur at Tissington Hall. Tissington Hall is a stunning 17th-century Jacobean mansion house located in the picturesque village of Tissington, near Ashbourne, Derbyshire. It's a Grade II* listed building and has been owned by the FitzHerbert family for over 400 years. Not only is the venue exclusive use, but you and your guests can stay in their luxurious accommodation and get lost in a variety of spaces for your ceremony and reception, including the Great Hall, the Drawing Room, and the Orangery.

https://www.tissingtonhall.co.uk/

6. The Riding School, Calke Abbey

Exchange vows in a truly unique setting at The Riding School, Calke Abbey. This beautifully converted 18th-century riding school provides a spacious and airy setting for your wedding ceremony and reception. The stunning National Trust grounds make for an excellent backdrop for your photos, and an in house team of planners from Ivy House will make sure your special day is curated to your every taste.

https://ivyhouseweddings.co.uk/weddings-at-the-riding-school/

7. The West Mill

For a touch of industrial chic, look no further than The West Mill. This beautifully converted mill offers a unique and stylish setting for your wedding celebration. With its exposed brickwork, original beams, and riverside setting, The West Mill provides a truly memorable backdrop for your special day. Working your way from the top to the bottom of the mill over the course of the day, you’ll see the incredible history of the whole building - another thing to wow your guests with!

https://thewestmillvenue.com/

8. Haarlem Mill

Haarem Mill is a hidden gem in the heart of Derbyshire. This beautifully restored 18th-century mill offers a unique and intimate setting for your wedding celebration. Celebrate with your nearest and dearest in the converted mill building or host your ceremony in the picturesque gardens.

https://www.haarlemmill.co.uk/

9. The River Mill

The sister venue of The West Mill, The River Mill is a stunning converted mill nestled on the banks of the River Derwent. This idyllic venue offers a variety of spaces for your wedding ceremony and reception, from the light-filled conservatory to the charming courtyard. The award-winning team both here and at The West Mill are experts in ensuring you have the best day possible, and will help create a special day that is as unique as you are!

https://therivermillvenue.com/

10. Yeldersley Hall

Yeldersley Hall is a magnificent Georgian mansion set deep within the rolling Derbyshire countryside that provides a truly unforgettable setting for your wedding day. With its grand reception rooms, manicured gardens, and stunning lake, Yeldersley Hall offers a luxurious backdrop for your special occasion. I just had to include this in my top 10 list as it is where I first fell in love with weddings when being a guest at a wedding for the first time as a teenager! Yeldersley Hall is an absolutely stunning venue, in a stunning location with all the space for you and your guests to have mega wedding celebrations!

https://www.yeldersleyhall.co.uk/weddings-at-yeldersley

These are just a few of the many stunning wedding venues that Derbyshire has to offer. With its variety of locations, from grand country estates to charming converted barns, Derbyshire is sure to have the perfect venue for your dream wedding day. Feel free to drop me a message if you want more ideas for luxury wedding venues in Derbyshire and the surrounding areas!

So, what are you waiting for? Start planning your Derbyshire wedding today!

…P.S. once you’ve booked your venue, don’t forget to think about your live wedding music entertainment! Find out more about my All-Day Wedding Sax Packages from a Derbyshire gal through and through!