The Swan Hotel Bibury, The Cotswolds
Celebrate your special day in style at The Swan Hotel, a charming riverside setting offering bespoke weddings in the Cotswolds.
Riverside Location
Selection of Ceremony Spaces
Garden Ceremonies
4* Accommodation for Guests
Bridal Cottage Suite with Hot Tub
Experienced Wedding Coordinator
Prices & Capacity
Prices
Typical Price: £8,000
Price Range: £4,500 - £15,000
Capacity
Ceremony: 110
Standing: 110
Seated Meal: 110
About The Swan Hotel
Situated on the banks of the enchanting River Coln, in Bibury, which is often known as the most beautiful village in England, The Swan Hotel boasts a picture-perfect setting for your wedding, and with a dedicated wedding coordinator and friendly team of staff. Our former Cotswold Coaching Inn and the perfect haven to spend your special day. Whether you're planning a traditional big white wedding, a romantic, intimate day or even something a little different, we can accommodate your needs.
We have a variety of spaces to cater for your ideal wedding day.
The Library: This cosy, homely space is ideal for smaller ceremonies and is licensed for up to 24 guests - perfect for your intimate occasion. We are also happy to supply witnesses should you wish to be married quietly and with the minimum of fuss.
The Signet Room: Our elegant dining room is licensed for up to 110 guests and certainly has the wow factor for your special day. The Signet Room can be used for your marriage, reception and possibly an evening function, where live bands and/or DJs are welcome.
The Gardens: Make the most of our picturesque riverside location with an outdoor wedding ceremony in our beautiful flower-filled gardens at the heart of Bibury. We will provide the red carpet, flowers and chairs for your special day, followed by a drinks reception.
The Details
Type of Ceremony
Civil ceremony licensed
Outdoor Ceremonies
Humanist / Celebrant weddings
Venue Setting
Countryside
Waterside
Waterside
Remote
Venue Type
Boutique hotel
Country House
Small Hotel
Pubs, Bars & Restaurants
Outdoor / Garden
Historic
Unique & Unusual
Additional Facilities
Outdoor ceremonies
Honeymoon suite
Dance floor
Live music permitted
Discos permitted
Wedding coordinator
Onsite car parking
Licensed bar
Wedding packages
Bespoke weddings
Dog friendly
Catering Options
Inhouse Caterers
Area
Cotswolds
Contact & Location
The Swan Hotel
The Swan Hotel, Bibury, GL7 5NW, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
FAQs
Yes! The Swan Hotel is licensed for civil ceremonies
Yes! The Garden will be reserved exclusively for your wedding party to enjoy throughout the day and The Summerhouse is fully licensed for picture-perfect al fresco ceremonies of up to 100
From 08.00 First thing
At 00.00 Midnight
Biodegradeable confetti is permitted in our Gardens and outside the front of the Hotel
Yes, candles are allowed in the venue as long as they are in a holder of some kind
Our beautiful Bridal Suite is in-house at The Hotel
We have 22 bedrooms (including four cottages)
Yes, there's ample accomodation and facilities nearby
Absolutely! We love well-behaved pups accompanying the Bridal party down the aisle
Our Sustainability Commitments
Sustainability Cotswold Inns & Hotels is committed to working in a sustainable way and take care to reduce, re-use and recycle. We are continually working to improve our standards, which include: Using low energy lighting Switching off all equipment when not in use, where possible Only lighting log fires during cooler weather Using local suppliers for food, drink and other consumables where we can Composting garden waste, recycling paper and card and sending cooking oil to be converted to biodiesel Asking guests to conserve water and switch off TVs when not in use Replacing towels when requested Supporting the local community by offering sponsorship and raffle prizes, as well as discounted rates for local businesses needing accommodation.
Why Couples Recommend The Swan Hotel
Couples who chose The Swan Hotel for their wedding consistently report an overwhelmingly positive and dream-like experience, frequently describing their day as perfect. The planning process is praised for being exceptionally organised, thorough, and stress-free, with the dedicated events team highlighted as incredibly helpful, receptive, and timely in their communications. This high level of attention to detail ensures that the wedding day itself runs seamlessly, with the professional and friendly staff going above and beyond to make the couple feel special. The venue is celebrated for its beautiful and idyllic setting, providing a stunning, picture-perfect backdrop for ceremonies and photographs. The catering also receives exceptional feedback, with guests and couples alike describing the food as fabulous and delicious, and the hotel is commended for brilliantly accommodating allergies and dietary needs. While not considered the cheapest venue, couples feel the outstanding service and flawless execution represent excellent value, and they highly recommend The Swan Hotel for a memorable wedding.
Personal Message
Charlotte Gruar
Wedding Coordinator
Congratulations on your engagement! Planning a wedding can be exciting and a bit overwhelming at the same time which is where I come in. As the wedding coordinator at The Swan I look after all our couples from the moment they choose us, to the final dance at the end of the night. Let me know if you'd like to come in for a meeting and to see The Swan - I have a range of availability including weekends and some evenings. I hope to hear from you very soon x
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