Finding the perfect wedding venue can be tricky, even more so if you’re looking for the ideal wheelchair-friendly spot. However, fear not, for some hotels go above and beyond to ensure comfortable access to their hospitality. These five adorable, fully accessible wedding venues in the East Midlands and West Midlands are just the ticket!
The area is awash with cosmopolitan style with metropolitan buzz. Surrounding the towns and cities are large Areas of Natural Beauty, sprinkled with charming and rustic places to exchange vows. Choose any venue on this list, and we guarantee you’ll have a fabulous day.
1. Yew Lodge Hotel
Derbyshire’s Yew Lodge Hotel is a four-star award winner. Named WeddingDates Top Rated Wedding Venue in East Midlands and WeddingDates Top Rated Wedding Venue in Derbyshire, we’re sure you’ll agree, even sight unseen, that this is an exceptional place. There are two function suites, each of which has recently undergone a glamourous transformation. The rooms are elegant and neutral, with a touch of warmth from the luxurious fabrics and drapes in toasted hues. The lighting is soft and romantic in the evening, while sunlight will gaze upon your ceremony during the day.
The courtyard garden is landscaped but inviting more than formal. Every inch of this property is welcoming. The sculptures and various features of the outdoors make for excellent wedding photo backdrops too.
This fully accessible wedding venue can entertain up to 250 guests. A large party may sound overwhelming to plan and run, but that’s where the fantastic staff come in, assisting you in the planning and allowing you to enjoy a stress-free wedding day.
2. Breadsall Priory Marriott Hotel & Country Club
Breadsall Priory Marriott Hotel & Country Club in Morley is the oldest Marriott in the world. However, it has been lovingly restored and maintained. It now stands as a wonderous fully accessible wedding venue.
The building was once a monastery in the 13th century. It is now a stunning structure of gold-coloured stone, impressive in grandeur and surrounded by 300 acres of beautiful parkland on the edge of Peak District National Park. The grounds include manicured lawns, mature leafy trees and an ornamental fountain, all of which make for lovely picture backgrounds.
Inside, there are several wedding suites to choose from, no matter your guest list length. This venue can accommodate between 10 and 140 of your nearest and dearest for an unforgettable day. The wedding suites boast wooden panelling, intricate crown moulded ceilings you won’t see anywhere else, fine antiques, golden chandeliers and a unique and colourful personality in each space.
3. Holiday Inn Leicester Wigston
Leicester is home to Holiday Inn Leicester Wigston, a four-star hotel with an exceptional reputation for impeccable service and minute attention to detail. This team knows your wedding day’s importance, and they’re prepared to pull out all the stops to make your dream come true.
If you ‘say yes’ to having your wedding here, the Stage Suites are where you’ll be hosted. They are traditional and elegant and feature a private entrance for that exclusive feel. A master of ceremonies will announce your arrival – how regal – and you’ll enter one of the classic and simple rooms that has been transformed into the ceremony and reception of your dreams, filled with up to 350 people with whom you wish to share this auspicious day.
4. Wychwood Park Hotel & Golf Club
Crewe’s Wychwood Park Hotel & Golf Club is the place to be if you’re after a spectacular view. The venue is set among manicured golf course, with views stretching across 700 acres of the Cheshire hills and the snow-capped Welsh mountains. No matter the season, you’re sure to have your breath taken by this Area of Natural Beauty.
A sweeping driveway will take you past beautifully landscaped gardens and glistening water fountains. Upon arrival, you’ll meet the sleek and chic hotel. The interiors are just as stylish and cosmopolitan as the façade would lead you to believe. The wedding suites are beautiful blank canvases waiting to bring your vision to life, while the common areas of the fully accessible wedding venue have that warm and inviting jazz club look.
5. Lion Quays Resort
Along the banks of the picturesque Llangollen Canal in Shropshire, you will find Lion Quays Resort. As you can imagine, there are stunning views to be enjoyed here, and you can relive their beauty for many years to come if you utilise them as your wedding photo backdrops.
As many as 400 guests can celebrate your big day with you at this fully accessible wedding venue. And if you can, you may want to invite everyone you know to see you get hitched here. The waterside hotel is ever so romantic. If you wish to steal a moment away from the spotlight, a few moments along the canal is just what in love newlyweds need.
Opt for an outdoor wedding if you really want to take advantage of this spectacular place. A sunlit terrace lies adjacent to manicured lawns, framed by colourful flowers and shrubs. A gazebo awaits your vow exchange, while canal boats will float on by in the background. It makes for a unique and memorable ceremony.
