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Last update: May 2025

Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel is an elegant countryside wedding venue nestled in 17 acres of beautiful gardens and woodland right in the heart of Puddington, Cheshire. This beautiful hotel is the perfect place for weddings of all sizes, with a variety of ceremony and reception spaces available.

The Craxton Suite can accommodate up to 300 guests. This airy, light-flooded space features full-length windows, four bars, a dance floor, and direct access to the beautiful manicured gardens, which roll out in every direction. This self-contained event space is perfect for grand occasions, and each wedding has exclusive use of the suite on the big day. Once the festivities have come to a close, guests can relax in the hotel's comfortable rooms while newlyweds enjoy the use of a complimentary honeymoon suite. The wedding party receives special accommodation rates, ideal for guests travelling from further afield.

A variety of wedding packages are available, with both all-inclusive and bespoke options to choose from. Intimate packages cater for 15 to 30 guests to suit smaller gatherings, and other packages feature BBQ and afternoon tea options. Our dedicated wedding coordinator works with each couple to create a wedding that reflects their tastes, needs, and unique love story, whilst the culinary team at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel provides wedding parties with a delectable array of food options. Couples can choose between contemporary and traditional options, each one delicious and tailored to their taste.

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Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel is a gorgeous countryside wedding venue in Puddington, Cheshire.

Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Large hotel
Outdoor license

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities
Outdoor fireworks permitted

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator

Venue leisure facilities:

Swimming pool
Health suite
Beautician
Fitness centre

Other features:

Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Changing room for wedding guests
Pet-friendly
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Reviews for Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel

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Joe Sent on 19/05/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Craxton Wood Hotel a special place, complemented by the weather felt like a Royal Garden Party.
All our needs were catered for and the feedback we have had is nothing but praise about what a lovely place, the food was fabulous.
THANK YOU ALL does not express sufficiently how happy, pleased. overjoyed, delighted we are with all you did for us. We know a wedding is an expensive occasion and that is what you are in business for. Nonetheless I can only say you offer and deliver value for money.
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Countess Sent on 09/11/2004
5 out of 5 rating

Still Perfect!

Just wanted to add an update. We went back for our first anniversary, to spend the night. When they found out it was our anniversary, and we had had our receptions there, they upgraded us for free into the bridal suite, and put a bottle of bubbly on ice in the room for us, also free of charge. Later in the evening, after dinner, even though the patio area was closed, they let us take our wine out there, and brought us a cheeseboard and even some candles to light up our table. Considering we werent spending thousands with them on this occasion, they still took really good care of us, made our anniversary perfect!!
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A. Sent on 07/04/2004
5 out of 5 rating

brilliant

the staff here are just so friendly and very helpful from the lead up to the day after the wedding nothing was a problem for them. we had to postpone ours to two weeks after the origanal date due to hubby comming down with chicken pox and they rearranged the hotel and their was always some one on hand through out the day to call if you needed them. i am also considering next year to be taking revows for our anniversary and will be booking their again
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Countess Sent on 15/02/2004
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Perfect!!!!!

We had our afternoon and evening receptions here on 6th Sept 03, and we cant praise it highly enough! The accomodation is fantastic and the gardens are lovely. The food was gorgeous and the staff couldnt have done more to make our day perfect, from the first time we visited, to the day after the wedding, they were helpful, polite and best of all, very organised, which is reassuring!!!

Outstanding Venue, gets a 10/10 from us!!
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Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel Real Weddings

Rose & James
43 photos · 12/05/2024
Toni & Tony
58 photos · 20/11/2021
Beth & Mike
60 photos · 01/06/2019

Your events

20 Jul
Open Door

You're Invited to Our Wedding Open Day!
Join us for a magical day of wedding inspiration at our stunning venue.

Date: Sunday 20th of July
Time: 12pm - 3pm
Location: Macdonald Craxton Wood

Enjoy a warm welcome with complimentary canapés and Prosecco on arrival, then explore our beautiful spaces dressed for the occasion. Meet a handpicked selection of top local wedding suppliers, from florists and photographers to dress designers and entertainment – everything you need to plan your perfect day.

Whether you're newly engaged or putting the finishing touches on your plans, our Wedding Open Day is the perfect chance to discover ideas, ask questions, and imagine your special day with us.

Free Entry – Everyone Welcome!
Let love inspire you…

Date: From 20/07/2025 to 20/07/2025 Schedule 12:00 - 15:00
Place: Parkgate Road, Puddington, Cheshire

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Parkgate Road CH66 9PB Puddington (Cheshire)
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