Knockerdown Wedding Village

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£9,950 - £18,000 for Venue Hire
Up to 100
42 Bedrooms
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Description

The Setting:- Knockerdown offers a picturesque village setting where you can design a weekend of celebrations that reflect your personality, style, and beliefs. With the entire village at your disposal for the whole weekend, it truly becomes your home away from home. Once you and your guests arrive, there's no need to worry about driving or finding accommodation elsewhere. Park your car, check in, and unwind. Guests can choose from one of their sixteen well-equipped self-catering holiday cottages, including four that are dog-friendly. The Vibe:- Knockerdown offers 16 charming cottages, perfect for hosting your family and friends throughout your special celebration. With its rustic charm and serene ambience, this venue is designed to make your wedding unforgettable. Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but the experienced events team is here to support you every step of the way. They are dedicated to making your wedding weekend as stress-free and enjoyable as possible. Weekend Wedding Schedule:- Friday: Your wedding weekend kicks off with the arrival of you and your guests. Settle into the cosy cottages, each designed to make you feel at home. Spend the afternoon decorating the venue with your loved ones. The rustic setting complements any décor style, from elegant simplicity to elaborate themes. Saturday Morning: Take time to relax and enjoy some pampering with your chosen hairstylist and makeup artist. Saturday: As the afternoon arrives, so does the moment to celebrate your love. Choose to exchange your vows in the charming outdoor gazebo, or opt for the intimate indoor setting. After the ceremony, let the festivities begin! Sunday: Continue the fun with various activities to enjoy with your loved ones. Host a large BBQ in the meadow, hire inflatables or a mini-golf course for entertainment. Monday: As the weekend concludes, it is time to say goodbye. Depart with hearts full of joy and memories that will last a lifetime.

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

Overview of Knockerdown Wedding Village

Wedding Venue Type
DIY Venue & Accommodation
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
100
Reception Capacity
100
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
42
Sleeps No. of People
93
Bridal Suite
Standard Room

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Sound System Available
Wedding Licence
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Confetti Permitted
Dancefloor Available
Church Within Walking Distance
Complete flexibility to do "Your Wedding Your Way"

Wedding Venue Details

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

Wedding Catering

External Catering Permitted
Alcohol Licence
No Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

Cultural Specialists

Other

Pricing for Knockerdown Wedding Village

Wedding Venue Hire Only
£9,950 - £18,000
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Packages (total price)
£9,950 - £18,000
Number of guests included: 100
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Reviews for Knockerdown Wedding Village
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Jo and Chris
Happy couple married in September
November 2024
Wow, just wow!!! What else can we say!
From the moment Chris and I viewed Knockerdown we knew it was the venue for us. The whole set up embraces everything that is important to us. We were able to create the perfect wedding weekend with those closest to us. Justeen, Fiona and the team at Knockerdown are amazing. They are super organised and supportive and have a great list of suppliers to help style the venue. We really can not thank them enough, our weekend was beyond perfect and far more than
Mr & Mrs Hamer
Happy couple married in August
November 2024
Wow, Wow, Wow, What a review!!!
Short review! - if you’re thinking of booking Knockerdown for your wedding- do it! You will not regret it. From start to finish the service and support from Fiona and the rest of the team is outstanding. The venue is beautiful, and we had the best weekend ever.
Reynolds & Knapton
Happy couple married in August
November 2024
PERFECT
The highest accolades Knockerdown team were behind us all the time. Generous with their time, calm when we were excitable and sometimes overwhelmed, had amazing problem solving skills and kind and supportive through the whole planning and execution of the day. Want the weekend all over again ! We had everything we needed. The pool was an added bonus and we made full use of the playground, bbqs and the field It was perfect.
Katie & Jak
Happy couple married in June
November 2024
Most Amazing Wedding Experience! ·
We had the most amazing wedding experience. From our initial viewing of the property to our final day packing up all our wedding things. Fiona couldn’t do enough to make sure our day was exactly how we wanted it. The most perfect place if you’re after a weekend wedding, all our guests really enjoyed the wedding and the whole experience. Thank you Fiona and the whole team at Knockerdown!!
Mr & Mrs Rodgers
Happy couple married in June
November 2024
Amazing!
We're not really sure where to start...... Our wedding weekend wouldn't have been anywhere near as amazing as it was, if it wasn't for you. We can't put into words how grateful we are to you and the team you had with you on the day! Hopefully see you again soon
Marie & Adam
Happy couple married in March
November 2024
SEAMLESS
We had the most wonderful wedding and the best weekend with family and friends! Thank you so much Fiona and team at Knockerdown, you made everything run so smoothly. Thank you to all the suppliers we used, you guys were incredible! Everything was seamless.
Lou & Eddy
Happy couple married in February
November 2024
PERFECT LOCATION!
We had our wedding this weekend at Knockerdown, and the team went out of their way to make us feel welcome, comfortable, relaxed and v important! The cottages were perfect. Warm, well stocked, homely. The location is perfect. The pool was brilliant. Everything was just brilliant. I would not have a bad word to say about Knockerdown. If you're planning a weekend weekend. Book here. You will absolutely not regret it and you will have the most amazing memories. Lou & Eddy marrie
Jo and Chris Campton
Happy couple married in September
October 2024
Jo and Chris 28.9.24
Choosing Knockerdown for our wedding weekend was probably the best and easiest decision for us to make. Chris and I live in Derbyshire and love the outdoors. For us the most important part of of wedding was to be able to create a relaxed home for home atmosphere where we got to celebrate our love and blending our families we the people closest to us. Knockerdown gave us just that! Justeen, Fiona and their team know what they are doing. They are professional and easy going, they made the wedding planning easy and we with us every step of the way! Our guests were completely blown away by the accommodation and facilities on site. Arriving on the Friday everyone got to settle into their accommodation and make themselves at home prior to our wedding. Knockerdown for Chris and I allowed us to breathe and have space. On our wedding day we were able to take time out together and just enjoy the moment and memories we were creating. Honestly we can not thank you enough! Knockerdown will always have a special place in our hearts. Looking forward to booking some family holidays with you! Justeen and Fiona you are awesome 🤩
Response from the venue
Dear Jo & Chris, Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words! We are absolutely thrilled that Knockerdown could provide the relaxed, home-from-home atmosphere you were looking for on such a special occasion. It was an honor to be a part of your wedding journey, and we are so glad to hear that both you and your guests enjoyed the accommodation and facilities. Congratulations again to you both With warmest wishes, Justeen, Fiona, and the Knockerdown Team 🤩
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An elderly Jane and Rupert
Happy couple married in August
August 2024
Best day ever
Amazing weekend. The venue facilities enabled our now large blended family and long term friendship groups to meet for the first time and spend time together. We partied for the whole weekend. The Knockerdown team supported us all the way so we could do our own thing. Can’t thank them enough for our memorable day
Response from the venue
Dear Jane & Rupert, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that Knockerdown was the perfect setting for your wedding weekend and that your family and friends had such a fantastic time. It’s wonderful to know that our venue gave you the space to bring everyone together and celebrate in your own way. Wishing you all the best, and we hope to welcome you back for more celebrations in the future! Warm regards, The Knockerdown Team
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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!
Response from the venue
Dear Lou & Eddy, Wow, thank you so much for this amazing review! We are absolutely thrilled that everything about your wedding weekend at Knockerdown was perfect for you and your guests. It’s wonderful to hear that you loved the venue, the cottages, and the entire experience! Knowing you didn’t want to leave is the best compliment we could receive! We hope to welcome you all back soon for another memorable stay. With warmest thanks, The Knockerdown Team
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Location & Contact Details for Knockerdown Wedding Village

Wedding Venue Address

Knockerdown, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1NQ, England, United Kingdom

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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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?

Cooking a bacon sandwich in your own self catering accommodation

What is Knockerdown Wedding Village most unique feature?

Exclusive Use Weekend Wedding, onsite accommodation for 93 guests, Indoor heated swimming pool, games room, DIY option total freedom to design your own wedding

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Our personal touch and close relationships we build with all our guests and the ability to offer total flexibility
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Bridebook Special OfferA bottle of champagne for the couple on the night