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Last update: May 2026

Morley Hayes is a gorgeous wedding venue in Morley, Derbyshire, offering complimentary venue hire for couples for their special day. Set amongst 305 acres of beautiful woodland and parkland golf course, this property provides the perfect venue for either a large exclusive use or a small intimate wedding. Fresh and modern, this stunning property offers couples a glimpse into lavish living and provides a sleek space to create unforgettable wedding day memories. With flexible event spaces, delicious cuisine, and an accomplished event team, this hidden gem has the means to bring every couple's wedding vision to life.

Facilities and Capacity

Whether couples are planning an intimate gathering or a grand affair, Morley Hayes is the perfect place to tie the knot. The venue can host gatherings of up to 150 people and has both indoor and outdoor ceremony and reception options. Couples can exchange vows in peace and privacy, with picturesque flower gardens and landscaped grounds as their backdrop. Afterwards, the newlyweds can celebrate their forever union with an evening of dinner and dance in their choice of reception room or the Pavillion. Here, couples and their guests can wine, dine, and dance the night away in luxury and comfort while soaking in the relaxing atmosphere.

Services Offered

The Morley Hayes Hotel offers four-star accommodation with suites, a penthouse, family rooms and executive bedrooms. These are all air-conditioned with a private balcony or terrace and luxurious bathrooms providing the perfect ending to your special day.

All prices are inclusive of the following:

– A complimentary suite in the Morley Hayes Hotel for the happy couple, which includes a bottle of house champagne and full English Breakfast for those booking both the wedding breakfast and
evening reception.
– A dedicated events management and operational team
– Red carpet reception on arrival
– Cake stand (round or square available) and knife
– Master of ceremonies
– Wedding garden for photographs
– Private bar with a late licence
– Complimentary reception room hire
– White linen napkins
– Tea lights on the tables during your evening reception
– White table linen, crockery, cutlery and glassware included on the table

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

Small hotel
Barn
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

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator

Venue leisure facilities:

Hairdresser

Other features:

Accessible facilities
Car parking
Helipad
Confetti permitted
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Reviews for Morley Hayes

Helen
Helen Sent on 23/05/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing staff and place

I had my wedding breakfast and reception in the mill room at Morley Hayes on 30th April 2026.
From the moment I booked the package Megan and the rest of the events team have been amazing every question I had emailed them was answered promptly.
I chose the decoration package and the room looked absolutely beautiful the staff did an amazing job.
We had a set menu we had a good choice to choose from for the wedding party, we choose a choice of 2 starters.
The food was so delicious all guests commented on how good it was especially
2 of my guests who have celiac disease and they had the exact same as everyone else but gluten free, I also had gluten and Dairy free guest who had the same they couldn’t believe how tasty their food was and said they’d never tasted such delicious food especially the cheese cake.
Jane the master of ceremonies ( I think that’s what it’s called )was an absolute gem , she organised everything professionally , shes such an all round lovely person and a total credit to Morley Hayes as were all the staff just wish I remembered the waitress and waiter serving our meals so professional and lovely youngsters they too are a credit to Morley Hayes.
The evening reception was set up after the meal and it was a very quick turnaround , the tables were decorated just as lovely as daytime.
We used the DJ that the events team put in our package at the start he was really good and very reasonably priced.
The buffet in the evening was top quality and there was loads to go round I haven’t seen a buffet like that ever, the food was amazing and there was so much choice.
Had the best day and night and that that was down to all the waiting staff, kitchen staff, bar staff , events team and off course Jane who made it all relaxed and stress free and unforgettable.
The room we had for the evening stay wow it was so beautiful with a bottle of champagne and a view over the golf course with a balcony to sit with cuppa in morning, breakfast in morning plenty of choice and staff very professional we loved it so much we’re booking a few days there in July as we couldn’t get a honeymoon.
If you’re looking for a wedding venue i recommend Morley Hayes 100% just give them a call you won’t regret it.
Thank you to all at Morley Hayes for an unforgettable day/evening we appreciate all your hard work in making our special day so special.
Helen and Chris Monk
Jin
Jin Sent on 04/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Lovely and stunning venue provider

Very responsive to our needs and small details of our wedding arrangements. Very helpful with the flow of the wedding and always discuss any changes with us. Ensuring us the married couples being taken good care of. Well-maintained venue and good value for money. Always able to customise according to our needs. Thank you to Morley Hayes again😌
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Donna Sent on 31/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding & Reception

The events team were extremely helpful and accommodating. On the day everything ran just as we had planned, even the weather behaved itself and the sun came out for photos to be taken outside. The serving staff did a fantastic job and the food was amazing. The suggested DJ was also great.
We couldn't have had a better day.
Nicola
Nicola Sent on 07/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Totally amazing

On Saturday 27th December 2025, we had our wedding at Morley Hayes in the Mill Room. It was absolutely amazing from start to finish, the events team were brilliant and were quick to respond to every question I had, they put me at ease and I put my full trust in them. It ran like clock work and they did everything I asked, the toast master was wonderful and made sure it ran smoothly, she was waiting for us on arrival and she just mad my day extra special. The food was great and the confetti bombs, sparklers and snow machine finished it off perfectly. I would get married here over and over again, the Penthouse suite was free in our package and I did not want to leave, the view was lovely and the bottle of champagne was a perfect touch. We look forward to renewing our wedding vows here in the future.
Hayley
Hayley Sent on 31/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding of our dreams

We had our wedding at Morley Hayes, and we honestly couldn’t have asked for a better day. From start to finish, everything was handled with complete professionalism, and the team’s attitude made the entire experience stress-free and enjoyable.

The candlelight and confetti ceremony was absolutely beautiful and added such a special, memorable touch to our day. It created an amazing atmosphere and made the moment feel even more magical for us and our guests. It was exceptional value for money, and we felt every detail was well thought out and worth it.

The venue itself is stunning, and everything ran smoothly and on time. The staff were attentive, friendly, and genuinely cared about making our wedding perfect. Their professional yet warm approach made us feel completely confident that we were in safe hands throughout the day.

We received so many compliments from our guests about the venue, the organisation, and the overall experience. We would highly recommend Morley Hayes to any couple looking for a beautiful venue, excellent service, and great value for money for their wedding day.
Karen
Karen Sent on 27/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic Wedding Venue

We had a twilight wedding at Morley Hayes and it was nothing short of magical. The fantastic Christmas decorations all around the hotel made it extra special.

What truly made the experience exceptional was the staff. Every single person was attentive, professional and genuinely invested in making it magical. Nothing was too much trouble and everything ran seamlessly, allowing us to relax and enjoy the day

The food was outstanding and the decorations in the room were perfect. All our guests commented on how great the venue was

We cannot recommend it highly enough to any couple considering Morley Hayes for their wedding venue
K
Kayleigh Sent on 27/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Definitely recommend

The whole day was perfect. Nothing was too much trouble for them especially when we wanted to change things in the last couple of weeks, they let us help set the room upto how we wanted it. Very friendly and attentive staff throughout the whole process and certainly were on the day too. Food was amazing and everyone loved the whole vibe and setting
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Lucille Sent on 04/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect wedding day at Morley Hayes!

When my now husband and I went to view Morley Hayes as a potential venue for our wedding day, Carol was great in explaining everything and made us feel so welcome. We knew after that meeting that we wanted to have our wedding day with Morley Hayes. From that first meeting to the day of the wedding, the communication was great and the team were very responsive to my many questions.

In terms of cost, we opted for the afternoon tea package for the day and the Morley BBQ for the evening and although the cost for the food and drinks included with these was our biggest outgoing for the day, it was well worth it. The only thing I wish we had asked for was cheese for the burgers on the BBQ, but all of our guests commented on how amazing the food was for the afternoon tea and evening BBQ. The staff were hardworking and couldn’t do enough for everyone on the day. We never needed to worry about anything which was a huge relief.

Jane, Andrew and their team were great on the day, ensuring that everyone was where they needed to be at the right time. The only thing I would say is that despite me informing staff the night before that the cool bag containing our cake and Lindt chocolate favours needed to be put out in the morning for our venue styler to put out, this was forgotten. If I hadn’t of had one of my bridesmaids check the venue on the morning then we wouldn’t have known. It is minor but I think I would have been upset if I’d gotten into the room and they weren’t there.

We had our wedding outside at the wedding dome and it was beautiful, the sun came out just as I was walking down the aisle and honestly it was perfect. We loved the space in the gardens after which was set up for reception drinks, and we also had photos outside. Morley Hayes has such beautiful places for photo opportunities and our photographer was familiar with the venue so knew all the great spots.

The rest of our day took place in the Pavilion Suite which was perfect for our afternoon tea, and also the evening BBQ which was served on the balcony. It was exactly the space we needed for our day.

We had the in house DJ (Alan) at a reasonable cost. We had liaised via email beforehand with a general overview of what genres etc we wanted and a specific playlist for our rock/metal/alternative section of the night. Alan was really lovely but I think misunderstood what we asked for and was very keen on sticking to the examples of music we sent (intended it to be more of a guide to what types of music we would like playing rather than a strict list). We had to explain that we were happy for him to play songs that guests had requested as he had told people he had to stick to the playlist. However, this doesn’t take away from the job he did and we would have him again if we did the day again. Our guests had a great night, and there was always someone on the dance floor. Alan finished with “Sweet Caroline” which was absolutely fantastic and ended the night perfectly.

We upgraded to the honeymoon suite for the night of our wedding but I think this isn’t necessary unless you’re going to do two nights as we barely spent any time in the room so really didn’t get to enjoy the facilities. Our 6 year old son particularly liked the tv that came out the end of the huge bed we had. There is a beautiful bath in the room too. However, I stayed in a Superior room the night before with my two bridesmaids and the room we had was also really beautiful.

Have to mention the staff again. Carol has been so kind and helpful from that first show round, to the details appointment and throughout, as well as the rest of the events team. Jane for leading the day, you were great. Andrew took the wedding party round to the wedding dome in the golf buggy that was decorated with flowers which was a nice touch. Sally and the hotel team were fantastic and nothing was too much trouble when we asked for a few things. Wendy and the restaurant team were so friendly and welcoming when we went for our breakfast (which was absolutely fantastic). The bar staff on the evening (I want to say Ollie and Jack?) of the wedding worked hard and made sure drinks were served in a timely manner and I don’t think the queue for the bar ever really got too long. It really does make a difference on the day when you don’t have to worry about anything because the staff have it all in hand.

Overall, there really was nothing negative I can say about the day. We felt so relaxed and were able to enjoy every part of our day (which went by so fast). We only wish the day was longer. If we could do it all again we would absolutely book with Morley Hayes again. Thank you so much!
Sharlotte
Sharlotte Sent on 21/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding day

The staff at Morley hayse from when we first booked our wedding day was so accommodating couldn’t do enough for you everyone went above and beyond from start to finish staff were amazing and definitely recommend having your wedding day there
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Gemma Sent on 08/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A Lovely Reception

We got married at Gretna Green and held our evening wedding reception at Morley Hayes in the Granary Loft.

We had the 9 option buffet and had so many comment's from guests about how good the food was. There was so much of it it!

We chose to have the in-house DJ and he did a fantastic job. We also had the Photobooth. Again, everyone loved it.

We had a lovely evening, as did all of our guests. We would absolutely recommend!
Jessica
Jessica Sent on 02/07/2025
4.8 out of 5 rating

Easy Going

The team at Morley Hayes were very flexible and easy going - this was welcomed! We did not feel pressure leading up to our day, nor on the day either. The entire team were super friendly! Overall a fantastic experience. Thank you!
M
Miriam Sent on 15/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Loved Morley Hayes

Morley Hayes was a wonderful wedding venue. We had our reception meal here and they accommodated a twilight wedding to our needs. Jane did an excellent job on the day in keeping the day moving. She also made sure we had drinks and canapes! I was also grateful that Morley Hayes were flexible with drinks and suggested adjusting quantities to give our guests what they wanted.
I thought Morley Hayes were very responsive but pre-wedding I did feel that I needed to keep prompting the team to firm up details ahead of the day. Bringing the stuff for set up was also a bit tricky as there were various events on and we ended up moving stuff around. But overall, we loved our day and Morley Hayes made it very special!
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Deborah Sent on 12/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue

We had an outdoor ceremony that was in beautiful gardens with lots of space for photos. Cost was good especially for the service we received. Absolutely nothing was too much trouble. The staff were amazing and thoughtful. We were informed about every step throughout the day. We cannot thank everyone at Morley Hayes for making our day as special as it was!
Rowanne
Rowanne Sent on 10/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding April 2025

We had our wedding at the Morley Hayes. I cannot recommend them highly enough. The staff were attentive and helped us to create the most perfect day. The food is fantastic. We received lots of positive comments from our guests!
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Lisa Sent on 31/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best day ever

From the first look around to our actual wedding day everything was perfect.
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Your events

06 Jul
Open Door

Morley Hayes hold viewing days and evenings throughout the year to welcome guests to view the beautiful venue and function rooms whilst they are dressed for the perfect wedding.

Meet the team of accomplished and experienced event coordinators who are available to give you a tour of the venue, discuss your perfect wedding and check availability.

4.00pm - 8.00pm

No appointment required

Viewing days are always free admission

To include a glass of fizz on arrival and a goody bag

The team at Morley Hayes hope to welcome you soon.

Date: From 06/07/2026 to 06/07/2026 Schedule 16:00 - 20:00
Place: Main Road, Morley, Derbyshire

Meet the team

Megan Beardsley
Megan Beardsley
Deputy Events Manager

Hi, I'm Megan, the Deputy Events Manager at Morley Hayes.

I studied at Nottingham Trent University and gained a degree in marketing, before moving into the wedding industry.

I love the variety of my role from being part of the journey that helps couples plan their dream wedding to working on creative ideas. I particularly love the décor and styling and all the creative touches that transform our venue.

Outside of work you'll usually find me out on a long walk with my labrador, Rufus, unwinding at my weekly hot yoga class, at the cinema, or discovering somewhere new to eat!

I look forward to meeting lots of lovely couples and showing them the beautiful venue we have here at Morley Hayes.

Sarah  Gadsby
Sarah Gadsby
Events Manager

Hi, I'm Sarah, the Events Manager at Morley Hayes.

I have worked at Morley Hayes for 25 years and love the variety of my work - no two days are ever the same. One day I can be organising a wedding and the next I will be promoting and marketing our special themed events.

We stand out as we are a family-owned and family-run business and we really care about our customers. Our attention to details shines through in everything we do.

I would recommend our winter weddings as they are truly magical. To get married against a backdrop of sparkling lights and decorations is an unforgettable experience for our couples.

I look forward to meeting lots of lovely couples and showing them the beautiful venue we have here at Morley Hayes.

Seren Markham
Seren Markham
Events Administrator

Hi, I'm Seren, the Events Administrator at Morley Hayes. Originally from Wales and now settled in Derbyshire, I have a degree in Design & Innovation and a passion for all things creative. I love the variety that comes with working in weddings and events, especially watching ideas evolve into memorable experiences. Outside of work, I’m a big rugby fan, love exploring the countryside on hikes, and am proudly owned by a very fluffy cat.

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