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Last update: January 2025

Now you’re planning your big day, the magnificent Mercure Blackburn Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa is the perfect setting for your wedding.

Set in idyllic Lancashire countryside, this romantic venue provides a unique backdrop to make your photographs stunning and your day unforgettable. Arriving via the tree-lined drive, loved ones can explore the picturesque grounds and courtyard before enjoying an evening banquet inside.

The beautiful 12th century manor house with its turrets and porticos, makes for a spectacular first impression, setting the tone for your celebrations.

Facilities and Capacity

The Dunkenhalgh is part of the Mercure Hotel group and so is synonymous with elegance and excellent customer care. With lofty ceilings, stylish furnishings and a sweeping 18th century staircase, this impressive venue is ideal for all types of weddings, from religious weddings to civil ceremonies, same sex ceremonies to the renewal of vows.

Whether you’re planning an intimate reception for 20 of your closest family and friends, or a lavish multi-day celebration with 370 guests, we’re here to ensure you get hitched without a hitch.

The hotel is licensed for civil ceremonies, so you can exchange vows on the grounds or choose from one of our luxurious event suites. Couples may host a cocktail reception in the courtyard, or have scenic photographs in the gardens. A choice of rooms are available for your wedding breakfast and evening reception including The Towneley Suite or The Pendle. Both of these venues offer natural daylight, luxuriant decor, and chandelier lighting.

Before or after your special day, family and friends can relax at the hotel spa, complete with gym and leisure facilities and beauty treatment rooms.

Services Offered

Our in-house wedding co-ordinators are on hand to plan every detail of your special day from start to finish. We relish in bringing couples’ wishes to life.

You can select an external caterer of your choice or opt for in-house catering. From buffets and canapés to formal dining, the choice is yours when it comes to curating the perfect party.

Wedding planning can be stressful, but the Mercure Blackburn Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa team has years of experience and an immeasurable passion for creating stress-free dream weddings.

Accommodation

Newlyweds are treated to a night in one of our lavish Executive bedrooms. Guests can avail of discounted room rates for the night of the wedding.

The rooms are a combination of traditional sophistication and modern comfort. Complete with ensuite facilities and contemporary amenities, the overnight accommodation has everything guests need for a restful stay.

Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Asian wedding
Castle
Historic
Large hotel
Outdoor license

Ceremony options:

Fire ceremony
Civil ceremony licence
Religious ceremony license

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Corkage option
Private catering allowed
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:

Swimming pool
Beautician
Fitness centre

Other features:

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