FAQs

  • Yes, we are licensed to hold ceremonies in our Ballroom, White bar and Garden

  • Unless you choose the VIP package the bar will still be open to the public, but do not worry, the bar/lounge area is a private space reserved for your wedding guests and you also have your own private bar upstairs. Why not have a Monday or Tuesday wedding and get exclusive use for no extra cost.

  • Yes, we are, dogs are allowed to be apart of your wedding day

  • The couple books the registrars, before booking a wedding date with us you need to check that the registrars have that date and time free. We work with Swadlincote Registry Office tel:01629533969 email: southderbyshire.registrars@derbyshire.gov.uk

  • We always recommend between 12pm – 2:00pm for a ceremony if you are having a full day. You can get married at 4pm and go straight into the evening reception.

  • Yes, as long as it is biodegradable and done on the grass in the garden – none allowed inside

  • Yes, as long as the flame is covered.

  • Yes, we have a dressing room for either the bridal party or groomsmen to get ready in

  • Sunday-Thursday 11pm and Friday-Saturday midnight but you can apply for a late licence and extended the times by an hour

  • Yes, we recommend

    – Harpurs of Melbourne tel:01283346047

    – The Spirit Vaults – 01332 300542

  • We do not have a car park on site, there is plenty of on street parking. There is Harpurs carpark which is 1 minute walk away which is pay & display or you have the village car park behind the village shops. However we do always try to reserve the wedding couple a spot outside.

  • If the room is not booked out the day before then yes, otherwise the weddings & events team will set out your decor

  • Only restriction is the noise, we have a sound limiter in our venue so all DJ’s will have to plug into this and sign a disclaimer form. Live music is allowed but with restrictions 

  • Yes, there would be a fee and a disclaimer form to sign

  • The wedding & events staff will set up all your decor during this time for the wedding meal or evening reception. Wedding guests can make their way to the bar/lounge area for drinks and photos- feel free to use the gardens for photos

  • Yes, we offer an evening only package as well as an intimate day package.

  • Melbourne Pool is a beauty spot in our little village perfect for a mini photoshoot – it is about 3 minutes walk and 2 minute drive away.

  • Yes, we do! You can spread the cost with no interest.