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Last update: September 2024
Nestled at the bottom of the South Lakes lies Abbey House Hotel and Gardens, a luxury wedding venue near Barrow In Furness, Cumbria. This lovingly restored historic property is just a short drive from the heart of the stunning English Lake District. Surrounded by 14 acres of beautiful grounds, this elite four-star establishment is a must for an upscale country wedding.
Facilities and Capacity
Six-time winner of the best wedding venue in Cumbria, Abbey House Hotel and Gardens is awash with exquisite event rooms and 40 plush suites that can handle every stage of your big day. You can start the day in one of three elegant Bridal Suites before making your way to the ceremony location. The choice remains yours whether your union should take place within the landscaped grounds, one of the unique wedding suites, or perhaps in a local church. Alternatively, you can exchange your vows in the 12th-century Furness Abbey ruins, situated at the end of the hotel grounds in the Vale of Nightshade. The Great Hall and the Cavendish Suite offer lavish blank canvases to unfurl your nuptials and wedding breakfast in full splendour. For those transfixed by the surrounding natural beauty, the venue is wonderfully suited to al fresco celebrations. Weather permitting, you can move seamlessly from the ceremony to an open-air drinks reception amidst picturesque woodland, Champagne glass in hand. Following your wedding breakfast, the celebrations can continue into the night with music or entertainment of your choosing.
Services Offered
The Abbey House Hotel and Gardens wedding service team are highly experienced and willing to do their utmost to ensure your event is a timeless, memorable affair. Nothing is out of the picture as they work to execute your vision. Dedicated wedding coordinators will also be on hand to offer advice and inspiration as they oversee every considered detail of your chosen wedding package. These comprise late availability offerings, a winter wonderland edition, and a premium package for a minimum of 80 guests. Alongside exclusive venue hire, packages can include private menu tastings, a stay in the luxurious honeymoon suite, seasonal cuisine, an in-house venue stylist and more.
Frequently asked questions
Venue type:
In the country
Historic
Large hotel
Outdoor license
Ceremony options:
Civil ceremony licence
Dining options:
Seated meal facilities
Corkage option
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering
Evening entertainment:
Marquee available
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:
Beautician
Other features:
Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Changing room for wedding guests
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Reviews for Abbey House Hotel and Gardens
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5.0 out of 5 rating
5.0 out of 5 rating
37 reviews
100% recommend it
Beth C. Sent on 29/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing, fantastic
Crayston wedding
A massive thank you to Lauren, Laura & Rob & the rest of the Abbey House team! Me & my husband got married here on the 23/05/2024.
From the planning stages to the wedding day itself you guys have been fantastic! Always happy to help & go above an beyond to make sure everything was running smoothly.
The day was amazing from start to finish. The food was fantastic & the rooms were lovely!
We had the best time and that’s all down to these guys!
We really appreciate what you did to make our day so special. We can’t thank you enough, you are all brilliant!
We will be back soon ❤️
A massive thank you to Lauren, Laura & Rob & the rest of the Abbey House team! Me & my husband got married here on the 23/05/2024.
From the planning stages to the wedding day itself you guys have been fantastic! Always happy to help & go above an beyond to make sure everything was running smoothly.
The day was amazing from start to finish. The food was fantastic & the rooms were lovely!
We had the best time and that’s all down to these guys!
We really appreciate what you did to make our day so special. We can’t thank you enough, you are all brilliant!
We will be back soon ❤️
Sarah Sent on 22/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Dunn Wedding
Laura, Lauren,Rob & the whole team at Abbey House !
Words can not describe how perfect our wedding day was 💞 it was unbelievable!
Right from coming to view the hotel to our special day the service you have delivered has been outstanding.
Absolutely everyone commented on the stunning hotel, the amazing food, outstanding service and the perfection you carried out throughout the day.
You listened to our requests and the attention to detail was just unreal, we would recommend anyone considering this place to book!
We couldn’t have wished for a better day 💞
Laura our wedding planner was just amazing, nothing was to much trouble, the wedding team were just incredible and was there with us to make sure our day went without any issues.
Thank you so much for making our dream wedding become a reality, we will never forget our perfect day and have memories to last a lifetime, Abbey House will always have a special place in our hearts, we will be back to celebrate our first anniversary 💞
Thank you so much for everything
Mr & Mrs Dunn (18th May 2024)
Words can not describe how perfect our wedding day was 💞 it was unbelievable!
Right from coming to view the hotel to our special day the service you have delivered has been outstanding.
Absolutely everyone commented on the stunning hotel, the amazing food, outstanding service and the perfection you carried out throughout the day.
You listened to our requests and the attention to detail was just unreal, we would recommend anyone considering this place to book!
We couldn’t have wished for a better day 💞
Laura our wedding planner was just amazing, nothing was to much trouble, the wedding team were just incredible and was there with us to make sure our day went without any issues.
Thank you so much for making our dream wedding become a reality, we will never forget our perfect day and have memories to last a lifetime, Abbey House will always have a special place in our hearts, we will be back to celebrate our first anniversary 💞
Thank you so much for everything
Mr & Mrs Dunn (18th May 2024)
Brobbin Sent on 14/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Absolutely fantastic
WHAT A VENUE.
From start to finish, our experience with the experienced and amazing staff at Abbey was one we will never forget.
This venue is 5 star in every way but most of all Lauren, Laura and Rob are THE most caring, professional and attentive staff, who go above and beyond.
Thank you for everything you did for our wedding- we will never forget.
Sharon and Nath xxx
From start to finish, our experience with the experienced and amazing staff at Abbey was one we will never forget.
This venue is 5 star in every way but most of all Lauren, Laura and Rob are THE most caring, professional and attentive staff, who go above and beyond.
Thank you for everything you did for our wedding- we will never forget.
Sharon and Nath xxx
Norman J. Sent on 13/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating
The attention to detail for our wedding was superb, very professional, nothing was too much trouble, great experience for our special day.
Friendly professional wedding planners, nothing too much trouble our day went perfectly. Great location, good food, all our guests enjoyed our day and night celebrations.
Laura G. Sent on 08/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Best wedding venue in the north west
We had the perfect white wedding. All the staff and I literally mean all the staff absolutely took care of us all. From bridal suites to honeymoon suites we were indulged nothing was too much at all they really made our dreams come true and we want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts xx
Rachel H. Sent on 10/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Absolutely amazing!
With giving ourselves only 6 months to plan a wedding we knew available dates would be minimal. However, as always Abbey House didn't disappoint. From getting our dream wedding booked to it happening 6 months later it couldn't have been smoother sailing!
The wedding team are amazing and kept us on track over the months of what we needed to organise and when. We wanted very minimal decor with it being Christmas and the amazing decorations at abbey house already being up and the team listened and delivered!
It was also our son's birthday and the team helped set up an amazing kids corner to help him relax and celebrate his birthday.
On the day I couldn't have been a more chilled out Bride knowing I was in safe hands.
The waiting on staff, bar staff and general staff around during the day couldn't have made the day anymore perfect for ourselves and our guests, they went the extra mile and allowed us to embrace the outdoor Christmas decorations during a last minute planning of sparkler photos.
The housekeeping staff also helped family members leave some memorable decor and gifts in our room as a lovely surprise 🩷
The wedding team are amazing and kept us on track over the months of what we needed to organise and when. We wanted very minimal decor with it being Christmas and the amazing decorations at abbey house already being up and the team listened and delivered!
It was also our son's birthday and the team helped set up an amazing kids corner to help him relax and celebrate his birthday.
On the day I couldn't have been a more chilled out Bride knowing I was in safe hands.
The waiting on staff, bar staff and general staff around during the day couldn't have made the day anymore perfect for ourselves and our guests, they went the extra mile and allowed us to embrace the outdoor Christmas decorations during a last minute planning of sparkler photos.
The housekeeping staff also helped family members leave some memorable decor and gifts in our room as a lovely surprise 🩷
Claire W. Sent on 09/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing wedding at Abbey House Hotel
We got married at Abbey House Hotel and Gardens in October 2023 and could not have asked for a better day.
We chose Abbey House after attending a wedding open day in Autumn 2022 and being very impressed with the room set-up and wedding coordinators Laura and Lauren.
We then booked our wedding and Laura and Lauren were always on hand to guide us through every step of the process. They took time to get to know us as a couple and had a real understanding of what we wanted from our wedding day.
As Abbey House has strong relationships with local suppliers, Laura and Lauren were able to work with others on our behalf, which took a lot of stress out of the wedding planning.
On the day itself, Laura, Lauren and the team at Abbey House were absolutely amazing and nothing was too much trouble for them. They ensured we and our guests had a fantastic wedding day in a gorgeous setting with excellent food and entertainment.
We are so glad that we chose Abbey House for our special day.
We chose Abbey House after attending a wedding open day in Autumn 2022 and being very impressed with the room set-up and wedding coordinators Laura and Lauren.
We then booked our wedding and Laura and Lauren were always on hand to guide us through every step of the process. They took time to get to know us as a couple and had a real understanding of what we wanted from our wedding day.
As Abbey House has strong relationships with local suppliers, Laura and Lauren were able to work with others on our behalf, which took a lot of stress out of the wedding planning.
On the day itself, Laura, Lauren and the team at Abbey House were absolutely amazing and nothing was too much trouble for them. They ensured we and our guests had a fantastic wedding day in a gorgeous setting with excellent food and entertainment.
We are so glad that we chose Abbey House for our special day.
Jill A. Sent on 09/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Just the most perfect day.
From day one and the first enquiry until the day after our wedding it was faultless. All the team we so professional and everything surpassed our expectations.
The day was simply perfect.
Nothing was too much trouble.
The venue was exquisite and the wedding breakfast was first class.
Bridal suite was so very luxurious and every member of staff was so helpful polite and professional.
Photographs don’t really do it justice but we would have no hesitation in recommending Abbey House for a wedding.
The day was simply perfect.
Nothing was too much trouble.
The venue was exquisite and the wedding breakfast was first class.
Bridal suite was so very luxurious and every member of staff was so helpful polite and professional.
Photographs don’t really do it justice but we would have no hesitation in recommending Abbey House for a wedding.
Heather J. Sent on 09/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Our Special Day.
From start to finish, the staff at Abbey House were attentive, professional and responsive to our requirements. There was regular contact, and catch ups, and when it came to the day itself, everything went like clockwork - the Events Manager, Rob, was on hand to calm any last minute nerves, and to make sure that everyone was in the right place at the right time. The room for the ceremony, the Great Hall, was beautifully laid out, and the change from ceremonial space to dining room, was done as if by magic. The hotel, and grounds, are, to say the least, magnificent, and both inside and outside, are perfect for photographs or al-fresco dining, should the weather permit. All-in-all, the idea place for a wedding.
Sharon R. Sent on 09/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Wedding Team are amazing from start to finish
From the moment we met Laura from the wedding team we knew we were in safe hands. And even though she was away on our actual big day she made sure we had everything we needed & met Lauren who would be looking after us instead & Cameron (Cam the man). Best day ever planned to perfection by the Best Team.
Clare C. Sent on 09/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing from start to finish
We chose this place for our wedding venue as it’s so picturesque.
The staff were so helpful from the very first visit, nothing was too much trouble when I was wanting to add this for our special day.
When the day came they made you feel like you were the only couple in the world that mattered. Everything went as smoothly as it could with the master of ceremonies announcing everything that was coming next.
It was the best day of our lives and I’d love to do it all again.
Thank you Abbey House.
The staff were so helpful from the very first visit, nothing was too much trouble when I was wanting to add this for our special day.
When the day came they made you feel like you were the only couple in the world that mattered. Everything went as smoothly as it could with the master of ceremonies announcing everything that was coming next.
It was the best day of our lives and I’d love to do it all again.
Thank you Abbey House.
Chelsea G. Sent on 08/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing venue for a dream wedding 🤩
Got married here 11.11.18 and we return every year for our anniversary we are in love with the place. Everyone couldn’t do enough to ensure our day was perfect and that it really was! If I could relive a day all over again it would be this day the venue is unreal the staff the food the decor there is nothing you can fault. I loved both rooms the great hall and the cavendish suite so we got wed in the great hall then the meal and night reception in the suite the decor was just breathtaking blossom trees everywhere with glass lit baubles starlit ceiling the room was just amazing every bit of the day was there is a video a guest made us on YouTube Mr & mrs gilmore by Nicole Robertson that shows the room all dressed I cannot recommend this venue anymore if I tried!
Ellie B. Sent on 09/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating
The entire wedding team are amazing!!
We have just had our wedding at Abbey House and all I can say is thank you so much. You have gone above and beyond our expectations and just made such a difference to our day. The wedding team have been absolutely amazing, nothing was too much trouble and you went out of your way to make sure we had everything we needed. We are so grateful to you all and can never thank you enough. We have enjoyed our day massively and a big part of that was down to you all. Everyone was talking about how amazing the venue was and how thoughtful the staff were. Really can’t get over the day at all!
The hotel was amazing, so clean and well kept. The food was delicious and the grounds are just beautiful. We will definitely be revisiting this venue to stay, eat and even celebrate!
The hotel was amazing, so clean and well kept. The food was delicious and the grounds are just beautiful. We will definitely be revisiting this venue to stay, eat and even celebrate!
Rebecca T. Sent on 23/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Our Winter Wedding 🤍
From meeting Lauren at the Lake District Wedding show to having our first breakfast as a married couple, the whole process was just incredible & faultless.
I had a list of places that I dreamt of getting married, but after visiting Abbey House, we completely fell in love. The food, the rooms, the staff, the grounds & the whole feel of the place really took us by surprise. Every excuse to visit the venue on the lead up to the wedding we took & by the time the day came, we felt at home.
Lauren, Laura & Rob, along with all of the other staff that we met & that contributed to our big day, we honestly can’t thank enough. Nothing was too much to ask & they made everything so easy. We had the best day & I really wish we could experience it all over again.
To be completely honest, Lauren was our biggest reason for booking this place & we will be forever grateful for everything she did 🤍
I had a list of places that I dreamt of getting married, but after visiting Abbey House, we completely fell in love. The food, the rooms, the staff, the grounds & the whole feel of the place really took us by surprise. Every excuse to visit the venue on the lead up to the wedding we took & by the time the day came, we felt at home.
Lauren, Laura & Rob, along with all of the other staff that we met & that contributed to our big day, we honestly can’t thank enough. Nothing was too much to ask & they made everything so easy. We had the best day & I really wish we could experience it all over again.
To be completely honest, Lauren was our biggest reason for booking this place & we will be forever grateful for everything she did 🤍
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Badges
Abbey House Hotel and Gardens Real Weddings
Jasmine & Tim
11 photos · 03/11/2023
Charlotte & Ashley
57 photos · 21/08/2022
Mrs Laura Cooke & Mr Adam Cooke
27 photos · 15/01/2022
Mrs Megan Quinn & Mr Anthony Quinn
16 photos · 30/10/2021
Kelly & Claire
12 photos · 18/09/2021
Amy & Jonathan
29 photos · 08/11/2018
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Events
03
Jan
Open Door
Abbey House Hotel & Gardens
Abbey House Hotel & Gardens Wedding Open Day
No appointment needed, 11 am - 3 pm.
Date:
From 03/01/2025 to 03/01/2025 Schedule 14:00 - 18:00
Place: Abbey Road, Barrow In Furness, Cumbria
Map
Abbey Road LA13 0PA Barrow In Furness (Cumbria)
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