Brockholes Nature Reserve

About Brockholes Nature Reserve

Floating on the lake at Brockholes Nature Reserve, weddings here take place within the Brockholes Visitor Village, surrounded by open water, reedbeds and wide lake views. The setting places couples directly within a working nature reserve, with every wedding contributing to wildlife conservation across Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside.

Ceremonies are held in an intimate lakeside space, followed by dining and celebrations in purpose-designed reception areas that sit low within the landscape. The Meadow Lake Suite accommodates up to 150 guests depending on layout, while Kestrel Kitchen offers space for larger celebrations of up to 200 guests. Both spaces are designed to blend with the natural surroundings and can be arranged to suit different styles of day.

For couples planning a larger event, the entire Visitor Village can be hired exclusively, including outdoor areas and the on-site activity centre, which can be used as additional event space or a children’s area. Food is prepared using locally sourced ingredients, with home-made menus created for wedding celebrations. Throughout the day, the lake setting and surrounding wildlife remain a constant backdrop, shaping everything from ceremonies to evening receptions. Choosing Brockholes connects a wedding celebration directly with the conservation work of the Lancashire Wildlife Trust, with proceeds supporting ongoing protection and restoration of local wild places.

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