Knockerdown Wedding Village

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£9,950 - £18,750 for Venue Hire
Up to 100
42 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
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Late Availability for 2024
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WINTER OFFER 2024/2025
Total exclusivity for a weekend including a licensed wedding room & outdoor wedding gazebo, guest accommodation sleeping up to 93 people and a swimming pool. A DIY self catering Wedding Village set in stunning countryside in rural Derbyshire.
Knockerdown Wedding Village Pricing & Costs

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£9,950
Maximum Price
£18,750
Venue Hire Price. TOP TIP for a weekend package - The majority of our wedding couples charge their guests for the accommodation to recover the package costs - so we would advise you to charge approx. £150.00 per person for 3 nights for up to 93 guests, which then means you would only pay from anywhere between £3,050 to £4,050 for "Your Wedding Village" for the weekend (assuming you have 93 paying guests).
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Day before set up available
Couple accommodation included
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Furniture included
Wedding coordinator available on the day

Packages
(total price)

Prices Start At
£9,950
Maximum Price
£18,750
Number of Guests Included
100
Weekend Exclusive Use of Knockerdown Venue from £9950 (winter 2 night stay), from £12,750 (spring 3 night stay) and from £17000 (peak 3 night stay) Including accommodation for up to 93 guests. Please bear in mind our Exclusive Wedding Packages include cottage accommodation at the venue for all of your guests, which means that your guests also get a retreat in the Derbyshire Peak District. What we offer in a "Nut Shell" - “Do it Yourself Weddings” along with our recommend suppliers list or source your own suppliers. Exclusive weekend weddings throughout the year. On site accommodation for up to 93 guests and a flexible option, to bring your own drinks in for your guests to enjoy at your evening reception. No corkage fee on us!
What is included in this pricing:
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Guest accommodation included
Furniture included
Couple accommodation included
Day before set up available
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
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Knockerdown Wedding Village Features & Capacity

Overview

Venue Type
Wedding Village
Dining Capacity
100
Reception Capacity
100
No. of Bedrooms
42
Sleeps No. of People
93
Bridal Suite
Standard Room
Usual Access Time
11:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 AM

Ceremony & Reception

Sound System Available
Wedding Licence
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Confetti Permitted
Dancefloor Available
Church Within Walking Distance

Venue

Exclusive Use
Marquee Permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
Pet Friendly
Disabled Access
On-Site Parking
Ballroom
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator

Food and Drink

External Catering Permitted
Alcohol Licence
No Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

Cultural Specialists

Other
Knockerdown Wedding Village Full Description
Exclusive use is a phrase often used for wedding venues but at Knockerdown we really mean it! You can create a wedding celebration unlike no other for you, your family and your guests. Knockerdown offers you a blank canvas, to create an unforgettable weekend of celebrations based on your personality, style and beliefs. With the village entirely yours for the whole weekend we want you to treat it like it’s your home. Once you and your guests have arrived, you can just park up, check in and relax for the duration of your stay. Your guests can choose to stay in one of our sixteen well equipped self-catering holiday cottages (4 being Dog Friendly). On site facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool, children’s play area, a communal games room and lots of grounds to explore. We of course understand that organising a wedding can be tricky and time consuming so our events team will be on hand and aim to support you with your wedding weekend arrangements to the utmost, should you need them. Say "I Do" Getting married at Knockerdown means you can create a wedding that is truly unique and special to you. We are fully licensed to host civil wedding ceremonies so you can choose to hold your ceremony outdoors, in the meadow surrounded by far reaching views over rolling hills and open countryside under the specially designed oak framed garden gazebo OR the Brackendale Suite has plenty of scope to be turned into a beautiful space for an indoor civil ceremony complete with the all-important aisle.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Fiona Buxton
We encourage you to bring your own ideas and make your wedding dreams a reality. Ask your friends and family to help you, choose your own band, entertainment, decorations, food and drink to really make your guests feel special. We will help in any way we can or recommend a local business to make your ideas really come to life. We look forward to hearing from you!

Experience

Year Business Was Established
1986
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
15
Reviews
(51)
Lou & Eddy
Happy couple married in February
February 2024
SIMPLY THE BEST!
The venue, the staff, the location, the cottages, the rooms, just everything was absolutely perfect for our wedding weekend. We are so very glad we picked here to hold our special day and it was just perfection. If you're considering holding a three day event then you can not get much better than this place. You will be well looked after. Your friends and family will be comfortable, and more than likely impressed as to the gorgeousness of the cottages. And you won't want to leave!
Mr & Mrs Beard
Happy couple married in July
October 2023
AMAZING!
Thank you to all the team at knockerdown you guys were amazing keeping the day flowing even with the weather against us! We enjoyed every second of our day regardless ❤️ Weekend Wedding 22nd July 2023 Mr & Mrs Beard
Katie & Ian
Happy couple married in May
October 2023
Help & Support
We did it!!!! 3.5 years in the making, 2 different dates down the line, and finally, one very wonderful weekend, surrounded by friends and family, having the wedding we wanted, and the one that the C word had delayed. We can't thank you enough for all the help and support you have given us. The venue and all your staff have made it one of the best days/weekends of our lives. Sad it's over, but we'll be back for open weekends 😉 Thank you again ❤ Katie & Ian Mr & Mrs Palmer Wedding Weekend
Lizzy & Ed
Happy couple married in March
November 2023
Wonderful Wedding
Our wedding at Knockerdown was wonderful. Fiona and her team ran they weekend perfectly. The venue was great, we loved how all our guests stayed on site. From the lead up to the wedding Fiona was so helpful and easy to contact. We loved being able to pick our own suppliers and have complete free rein to have our wedding however we wanted. We would highly recommend Knockerdown to anyone planning their own wedding. Having the venue all weekend made it much more special than 1 day as we had 3 days to celebrate with all our loved ones.
Mr & Mrs Smith
Happy couple married in September
October 2023
BIG THANK YOU
Thank you so much for helping us have the weekend we wanted (finally!) Justeen, Fiona and crew have all been amazing and been so helpful with everything - they didn't even kick us out when we nearly burnt the place down! Thanks so much! Mr & Mrs Smith September 18
Eva & Josh
Happy couple married in July
November 2022
If I could score higher - I would. Literally the wedding of our dreams and more.
I couldn't thank the team at Knockerdown enough. They made sure that me and my husband truly had the best wedding day/weekend of our lives. It was truly beyond perfection and it wouldn't have been possible without the team. This place is the best wedding venue anyone could ask for. Please do not look further, this is the place you NEED.
Response from the venue
Thank you so much for your feedback, we were the Dream Team all together. We all made your weekend happen and it was fantastic to be part of your TEAM and wedding journey. Love from ALL at Knockerdown
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19th May 2024
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Knockerdown Wedding Village Location & Contact Details

Address

Knockerdown, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1NQ, England

Travel Notes

Knockerdown Holidays Cottages is situated near to Carsington Water Reservoir just outside of Ashbourne, Derbyshire.

Nearest Town

Ashbourne

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M1 junction 28

Nearest Train Station

Cromford. Matlock Bath. Whatstandwell. Derby is the 'main' train station

Nearest Airport

East Midlands Airport

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Knockerdown Wedding Village Press & Awards
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Bridebook Awards (2)

Frequently Asked Questions
(10)

Describe the best wedding that happened at Knockerdown Wedding Village?

As we are a DIY Wedding Venue, absolutely all of our weddings have been so unique in theme and style so it is impossible to compare! All our wedding couples bring their creative flair to dress the site in their own individual way, every week we walk into the Wedding Room and it looks like a completely different room to the week before.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

We have a tick list waiting for you with all the questions you will need to answer to run your event - when all of the points are ticked off, all parties will feel stress free and your special day will run as smooth as clock work! TOP TIP - The majority of our wedding couples charge their guests for the weekend accommodation to recover the package costs - so we would advise you to charge approx £150.00 per person for up to 93 guests, which then means you would only pay from £2,050 to £4,050 for "Your Wedding Village" for the weekend (assuming you have 93 paying guests).

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

We love to see all the different table decorations and favours revolving around the theme of the Wedding, there have been some wonderful and quirky ideas seen on the tables. We also love all the 'extra' entertainment guests bring in like a Pop Up Movie Screen, Blow Up Rodeo, Photobooths, Novelty Bars... the sky really is the limit at Knockerdown Cottages.

Describe Knockerdown Wedding Village in 5 adjectives

Stunning. Unique. Elegant. Similar to "A Midsummer's Night Dream" Fairytale.

Where’s the best photo spot at Knockerdown Wedding Village?

Through the Avenue Of Trees or taking a romantic stroll down Badgers Walk.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Knockerdown Wedding Village?

A Politician, a Radio One DJ & a Wedding Gown Designer.

What’s your favourite canapé?

Anything by our recommended caterer made from all local produce.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Tucking into a treat from Sauced Here

What is Knockerdown Wedding Village most unique feature?

Our wedding ceremony/reception room has stunning views of the Derbyshire Peak District through landscape conservatory style windows.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Our personal touch and close relationships we build with all our guests.

Bridebook Benefits

Bridebook GiftFree Bottle of Champagne
Bridebook Special OfferA bottle of champagne for the couple on the night