Hidden River Cabins Reviews
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Narinder S. Married on 27/11/2021Storm Arwen was no match for the Hidden River team. Fantastic!
As you walk around the Hidden River site, you get a real picture/sense of what your wedding could be – relaxed, at your own pace and a place where guests can unwind and leave their stresses behind for the weekend. Upon our first visit to the wedding venue, we were stunned at just how beautiful the entire site is. We helped ourselves to a coffee at the gorgeous and intimate Hidden River Café while every passing staff member greeted us with a warm welcome. We met with the owner Rob who kindly showed us around the entire wedding site. The accommodation is all built to an exceptionally high standard and warming/inviting. We quickly felt at ease and all of our questions were answered and reassurances were given, particularly as we had concerns over cancellation policies due to the pandemic.
During the planning phase, we worked with the team (Gillian, Robyn and Laura) who answered our questions professionally and promptly. The team did everything to accommodate our requests (even left field requests such as renting shuffleboards) and it was a joy to plan with them. Laura became our dedicated wedding coordinator and invited us up to the Hidden River Barn for our first face-to-face planning and food/wine tasting session. At this point we began to work together on the formal wedding planning and documentation. Laura explained everything we needed to do in the run up to the wedding, discussed the timings of the day and provided advice on what works best (in her experience coordinating many weddings) to ensure flow throughout the day. We tried the Greek banquet sharer for our tasting and loved every bit of it. The quality of food was fantastic (something all of our guests subsequently complimented the venue on). We asked for one small amendment to the menu with the chef and an extra supplement from the Moroccan menu, both of which were deemed no trouble at all (though we felt cheeky asking!) giving us plenty of comfort. We continued to converse with the Hidden River team over the coming months to get all the final details, ad hoc requests and documents completed for the big day.
Fast forward to the wedding weekend – just so happens that Storm Arwen decided to roll on through. We were greeted at the Café and decided to have lunch before setting up. The food was delicious. We were given access to the accommodation early. The fires had been lit to give the cabins warmth prior to our guests’ arrival (a lovely touch) with a personalised welcome instructional sheet for guests of our wedding who quickly began settling in. We decided on the ‘hidden river feast’ package for the weekend with burgers in the evening for guests at the Café on the Friday night. We enjoyed great food and great service throughout the evening. This is when things were starting to go wrong due to factors beyond anyone’s control! Storm Arwen was in full force. Some of our guests were unable to get to the venue due to fallen trees blocking the entrances/exits (and some motorways were being closed such as the A1). Two of our guests were unable to get back to their accommodation (which was offsite) as their taxi had not turned up. The staff at the cafe offered to drive them home. Where else would you get service like this? The staff took it upon themselves to do everything they could to help our stranded guests.
The wedding day arrived. We woke up to no electricity at 6am due to the storm damage. We were given an emergency number to call for the venue, which was a direct line to Rob (the owner). We outlined the situation and the fallen trees that were blocking the path (after the father of the bride went investigating the damage). By 9am, Rob had rallied a team (with local farmers) to cut through the trees and move them off the road and sourced a backup generator, all so that our day could go ahead. Contingency planning at its finest. The venue and Laura worked directly with our suppliers and the registrar, explaining the best path (recently cleared) to enter the venue site (as satnav would have taken them to fallen trees). In such a unique set of circumstances, I have never seen such dedication, tenacity, teamwork and compassion as I did that day. From the top window of the Hidden River House, we saw Laura (our coordinator) literally climbing over large trees to be with us and tell us what was happening and the plan that was already in motion. The electricity came back on at 10am and our ceremony was only delayed by 45 minutes and the rest of the day went as scheduled. For the effort that we witnessed that day, my wife and I will forever be grateful to the entire Hidden River team.
Our guests stayed on site for the full weekend and we were even gifted with a thick blanket of snow on the day after our wedding. Relaxing in the hot tub, surrounded by beautiful snowy scenery, was the perfect way to spend our Sunday. We also had a delicious 3-course roast dinner as a part of the weekend feast package.
Hidden River is a stunning, unique venue and will forever have a special place in our hearts. We loved it from the moment we stepped foot on site, our journey from then on was seamless and our ending was the most perfect wedding day we could have hoped for.
Many couples (us included) will look at multiple venues when planning their wedding and if you have any doubts about Hidden River… all we can say is don’t. How many people can say their wedding venue helped stranded guests get home, chopped down and even climbed over trees, sourced backup generators and supported all of your suppliers to save your wedding…. And did it all with a reassuring smile on their face? Hidden River is a truly a remarkable place.-
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Daniella R. Married on 02/04/2022Very unique wedding venue
We visited hidden river cabins in April 2022 with family & friends.
We got married here too, which was a fantastic day and our wedding coordinator was amazing, we couldn't ask for anything more on our special day! The cabins, barn and beautiful views really made the perfect wedding venue and really look outstanding on our wedding photos!
We hired three cabins; kingfisher, bluebell & foxglove. We looked at so many different pictures on the run up to our visit, but they could not prepare us for what we were about to walk into- the log cabins are OUT OF THIS WORLD! They have everything you could ever need when staying away from home, and the views from each of them were spectacular! The cabins were spotless, and the beds are so so comfortable!
We visited the barn restaurant, the food was delicious! What a beautiful restaurant it was too!
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Jill A. Married on 09/12/2021Absolutely Perfect and Personal Intimate Wedding
Our wedding day at Hidden River Cabins was absolutely everything we could have hoped for and more - the setting was breath-taking, the cabin itself was gorgeous and perfect for our small party (8 guests plus an idiot dog) and the staff were amazing. We wanted a nice low-key, relaxing day and it was 100% perfect. Our meals at the Hidden River Cafe (and breakfast the following morning) were also outstanding. Everyone who was present is now trying to find any excuse for us all to come back - roll on our 1st anniversary!Hidden River Cabins's reply:
Thank you so much for your kind words and thank you for choosing us for your very special wedding day. We look forward to seeing you again and have a lovely Christmas together as Husband and Wife! -
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Ellis S. Married on 01/12/2021Best day of our lives, couldn’t have asked for anything more.
Every guest has commented at how perfect our day was. The venue is perfect.Hidden River Cabins's reply:
We hope you both had the most wonderful day and enjoyed your minimoon in the Lakes, please make sure to visit us again in the future as it would be lovely to see you again. I hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas and all the best! -
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Zoe B. Married on 25/11/2021Our Wedding
Hidden River Cabins are more than I can put into words! INCREDIBLE! The cabins are more than I could even imagine. I have looked at every picture there was but when I walked in I honestly couldn’t believe how amazing they are. The fire was lit, the cabin was warm, it was homely with excellent beds, hot tub was hot and we all had such huge smiles on our faces.
The Hidden River Team were incredible also. So friendly & helpful. They made our wedding more than we could have imagined.
The food in the cafe was amazing! Every single person around the table commented on how good it was and even said some of the best food I’ve ever tasted.
I honestly couldn’t recommend them more!! I’ve come away feeling like I need to go back & see everyone, need to be back in the cabin and need some more of the delicious food.
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Hidden River Cabins's reply:
Thank you so much for your kind words Zoe! It was such a pleasure to be a part of your wedding day and thank you for choosing us at Hidden River, it was such a great day and your ceremony with Charlotte was really special. I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas together and please make sure to visit us again in the future. All the best! -
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Victoria S. Married on 06/11/2021Very special and unique wedding venue
We had our wedding at Hidden River over a weekend in November. It’s started on the Friday with drinks and tapas in the cafe, the wedding on the Saturday and then a roast back in the barn on the Sunday. At first I thought organising a three day event would be stressful, but the wedding coordinator and staff at Hidden River made it all very easy and so all we had to think about was enjoying time with our family and friends!! The food was incredible and the venue was beautiful!! I would highly recommend Hidden River if you are after a unique and very special wedding!Hidden River Cabins's reply:
What kind words! Thank you for your feedback, it was such a great day and thank you for choosing us to host your wedding day. All the staff commented on how fun your wedding was and I'm sure it will be remembered by all for a very long time. Please do visit us again in the near future as we would love to see you both again. All the best! -
Katy W. Married on 30/10/2021
The most perfect day 💙
Our wedding weekend couldn’t have gone any better, it was so smooth and went by without a hitch. We couldn’t have been happier. The venue went above and beyond to make sure we were constantly ok and to see to every need. Everyone said it was the best wedding they’d ever been to.Hidden River Cabins's reply:
Thank you both so much for the lovely feedback. Your pictures are really beautiful and what a fun wedding it was to be a part of. Please make sure to visit us again in the near future as it would be lovely to see you both again. Best wishes, from everyone at Hidden River -
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Alex R. Married on 26/10/2021
The perfect day
We got married in the barn towards the end of October and I cannot fault the service of the staff or the quality of the venue and food. Everyone had something good to say about their food options (the steak pie is the best pie my family have ever had and that’s saying a lot). Walking in on the big day and it took my breath away. We had also hired a venue decorator but she had only added to the beauty of the barn.
The communication with staff was superb. On the day we were taken care of and didn’t have to worry about a thing. Leading up to it they were always friendly and prepared to help me through anything I’m overthought. We had several special dietary requirements and they weren’t treated like an inconvenience, if anything they got extra special treatment which was massively appreciated by those affected.
In the lull between food and entertainment several guests went to the nearest cabin we had booked to have a look and they all fell in love and wish they’d have stayed. The cabins are absolutely stunning and in the perfect place.
I wouldn’t change a thing. Beautiful venue with incredible staff.Hidden River Cabins's reply:
Thank you for your lovely feedback Alex, the steak pie is one of our favourites! We're so pleased you all had such a wonderful day, your wedding day was styled to perfection and everything looked so beautiful. I will make sure to pass your kind words on to Tom and the restaurant team. Have a wonderful Christmas together and please make sure to visit us again. All the best! -
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Jenny C. Married on 23/10/2021Our dream wedding
Everything about our wedding was just amazing from start to finish, everything ran smoothly and stress free enabling us to enjoy our special day with family and friends.
The venue is stunning as it is and truly magical in all seasons, for us we wanted a autumn wedding which was perfect.
All the staff were amazing, helpful and saw to everyone’s needs.
Wouldn’t change anything about our day it really was our dream day which we will never forget.
(Photos by James Hicks Photography)Hidden River Cabins's reply:
Thank you both so much for the kind words and for sharing your beautiful pictures. I do hope you both find the time to visit the site again in the future.
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