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Thornbridge Hall is a Grade II listed stately home nestled amongst the rolling hills of the Peak District near Ashford in the Water, Derbyshire. Set against 100 acres of stunning parkland, it is unsurprising that it is recognised as one of the most exclusive and exciting luxury wedding and event venues in the country. Thornbridge Hall is the family residence and private home of Jim and Emma Harrison. Over the years, they have hosted hundreds of milestone celebrations on their grounds and welcome you to do the same.

Facilities and Capacity

Thornbridge Hall and its formal gardens have been lovingly restored to make it a truly enchanting setting. Licensed to hold civil ceremonies, you can say "I do" in the majestic Hall or the elegant Music Room. If you'd rather have an outdoor function, opt for the romantic South Lawn Temple in the formal gardens. On the other hand, wedding receptions are better suited to take place in the spectacular Carriage House. No matter which you choose, both small, intimate weddings and larger celebrations will find themselves at home here. With exclusive access to the venue, you can choose which unique spaces you want to use to create a truly memorable wedding with equally stunning photography opportunities.

Services Offered

The experienced team and seasoned wedding coordinator at Thornbridge Hall will help you plan and manage the day from start to finish. Their award-winning catering company will do its part to ensure the food is a highlight by creating a bespoke menu tailored to your tastes and preferences. There are no set menus, so every wedding breakfast is personalised. You even get to choose your cutlery and crockery. Since it is also the only wedding venue in the area that has its own brewery, the bar is stocked with plenty of local Thornbridge Brewery beer to help make merry memories.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Stately home
Historic
Outdoor license

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Corkage option
Private catering allowed
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

Marquee available
Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities

Venue staff assistance:

Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Helipad
Confetti permitted
Changing room for wedding guests
Pet-friendly
Orangery on site

Reviews for Thornbridge Estate

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Victoria Sent on 04/10/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Do you want the MOST spectacular place to get married? Book Thornbridge Hall

Oh my goodness… where do I even start?!

From the moment we arrived at Thornbridge Hall, we knew it was where we would get married. The venue is simply breathtaking. It’s incredibly beautiful, but what makes it even more special is the sheer number of stunning, completely different spaces you get to enjoy throughout your wedding day.

The bridal suite is absolutely gorgeous. I had six bridesmaids, our mothers-in-law, my niece, hair and makeup, our photographer and videographer all in there with me while we got ready - and somehow, there was still plenty of room for everyone! It was the perfect space to start such a special day.

Meanwhile, the groomsmen got ready in the most incredible bar area, complete with a pool table and darts. It gave them the perfect place to relax, have some fun and enjoy the morning before the ceremony.

One of the things we loved about Thornbridge is just how much they can do for you in-house. They even have their own florist, who created all of our wedding flowers, bringing everything together beautifully and making the whole process so much easier.

We got married in The Great Hall, had our reception on the lawns, moved into the Carriage House for our wedding breakfast, and then headed down to the underground bar/club for the party.

It was just UNBELIEVABLE.

But as spectacular as Thornbridge itself is, what I really want to shout about is the people who work there.

Olivia and Megan - WOW. WOW WOW WOW!

The events team at Thornbridge are genuinely like nothing I have ever experienced. From the very first moment, they made the entire planning process feel completely seamless, and on the day itself, everything was absolute perfection.

I honestly cannot thank them enough.

Nothing - and I mean nothing - was ever too much trouble. Every single request was met with an enthusiastic “yes”, no matter how big, small or unusual it was. And that even included the in-house chef making us custom dog-faced biscuits as wedding favours!

That level of care, attention to detail and genuine enthusiasm is what makes Thornbridge so special. You never feel like you’re just another wedding - they make you feel like your day genuinely matters to them.

If you’re considering getting married at Thornbridge Hall and you’re lucky enough to secure a date, BOOK IT.

You will not regret it.

It was the most incredible day, in the most incredible place, with the most incredible team. We couldn’t have asked for anything more.
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Thornbridge Hall, Baslow Road, Nr Bakewell DE45 1NZ Ashford in the Water (Derbyshire)

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