The River Mill is an exclusive-use wedding venue in Darley Abbey, Derbyshire. Combining aged industrial aesthetics with timeless elegance in a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This ancient setting exudes history, character, and above all, style. Restored to a high calibre, The River Mill gives you iconic 19th-century architecture effortlessly balanced by the natural beauty of its riverside location.

Facilities and Capacity

On the riverbank of the Derwent, close to Derby City Centre is where you'll find this little slice of country paradise. Designed for those who adore a quirky rustic aesthetic, the venue extends itself as a blank canvas for creative couples to decorate as desired. You'll have plenty to work with between the vaulted ceilings, rich exposed brick, and cast iron. From minimalist to vintage themes, The River Mill can handle them all.

What's more, the riverbank garden offers the perfect spot to indulge in a gin and tonic by the riverside or perhaps a BBQ station to fuel your guests. Overall, the venue can host 130 evening guests and 60 for the daytime, with the option of an indoor or outdoor ceremony (weather permitting). And it's not just reserved for warmer seasons - The River Mill transforms into the cosiest space in the winter months, drenched with fairy lights and candles. You'll be able to cosy up around our firepits with blankets and mashmallows to toast.

Our in-house catering team of experienced chefs, passionate catering managers & friendly bookings team will look after you from the moment you book with The River Mill. You’ll be able to design your perfect menu from our wide range of dishes, whether you're after a three course meal or something more casual like grazing boards.

When you book with The River Mill, you will be assigned one of our award winning Events Managers who will help you to plan and execute your day to perfection. You'll have a wedding planning meeting in the months before your wedding to go over all final plans and timings. Throughout your wedding planning journey, our team will always be available to chat all things wedding and give you advice should you need it.

You'll be able to book The Mill Cottage for the night of your wedding, our gorgeous charaterful cottage just a stones throw from the venue. Decorated in a Soho House style, The Mill Cottage offers 4 double bedrooms plus one twin and outside space for pre-wedding drinks.