Description
A Stylish Urban Venue for Your Wedding in Nottingham
Cleaver & Wake offers a modern and sophisticated setting right in the heart of Nottingham. Located on the top floor of the iconic One The Island Quarter building, this venue boasts stunning panoramic views of the city—perfect for creating unforgettable wedding memories.
Flexible Spaces for Your Ceremony and Celebration
Licensed for civil ceremonies, Cleaver & Wake lets you host your entire wedding day in one beautiful space. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a larger celebration, the dedicated events floor—Upstairs at Cleaver & Wake—is designed to impress with its elegant style and floor-to-ceiling windows.
- Seated wedding breakfasts for up to 120 guests
- Evening receptions accommodating up to 200 guests
- Private bar and outdoor terrace for guests to relax and mingle
Exceptional Food and Personalized Wedding Planning
Food is at the heart of the Cleaver & Wake experience. Their in-house chefs, led by a MasterChef: The Professionals winner, craft bespoke menus using the finest seasonal British ingredients. From elegant canapés and drinks packages to full sit-down meals, every detail can be tailored to your tastes.
Plus, a dedicated wedding planning team works closely with you from your first enquiry right through to your big day, ensuring every detail is perfectly managed and your vision comes to life.
Combining a prime Nottingham location with outstanding service and exquisite cuisine, Cleaver & Wake is an expert-led choice for couples seeking a memorable and seamless wedding experience.
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- JJessica hatch13/11/2024My sister-in-law got my right at this locationMy sister-in-law got my right at this locationIt's absolutely amazing the food is awesome and you can check out their wedding video on my YouTube channel gone to the snow dogsIt's absolutely amazing the food is awesome and you can check out their wedding video on my YouTube channel gone to the snow dogs
- LLinda senmark08/11/2024Absolutely loved itAbsolutely loved itI have celiac disease and egg allergies and they were a very accommodating I can't wait to come back here in the near future where my kidsI have celiac disease and egg allergies and they were a very accommodating I can't wait to come back here in the near future where my kids
- LLiliah08/11/2024Amazing AmazingMy best friend got engaged at this location the food is amazing and will be back for my 28th birthdayMy best friend got engaged at this location the food is amazing and will be back for my 28th birthday
- AAndrew & Yuanfei07/02/2024Absolutely Perfect Absolutely PerfectYou all were absolutely perfect and I could not have asked for a better venue or team. Big thank you from me and Yuanfei, I’m sure we will be dining with you in the future soon!You all were absolutely perfect and I could not have asked for a better venue or team. Big thank you from me and Yuanfei, I’m sure we will be dining with you in the future soon!
- LLouise & Ryan19/10/2023An absolute 5 star experience for every elementAn absolute 5 star experience for every elementwould highly recommend this venue to anyone who is looking for any of the following:- - An extra premium city centre venue - A venue that delivers the wow factor on all levels - Best in class service. Liam and his team were exceptional from start to finish. I cannot express how much they did for us Cleaver & Wake, you literally smashed it out the park and made our day everything we hoped it would be, we cannot thank you enough and can’t wait to join you in the restaurant again soon. would highly recommend this venue to anyone who is looking for any of the following:- - An extra premium city centre venue - A venue that delivers the wow factor on all levels - Best in class service. Liam and his team were exceptional from start to finish. I cannot express how much they did for us Cleaver & Wake, you literally smashed it out the park and made our day everything we hoped it would be, we cannot thank you enough and can’t wait to join you in the restaurant again soon.
- JJen & Chris17/10/2023Thank you from the bottom of our hearts Thank you from the bottom of our heartsWe would like to sincerely thank Cleaver & Wake for such a wonderful experience. We cannot commend the team enough for your thoroughly professional, friendly and enthusiastic manner whilst supporting us through the whole process. The venue is stunning- such a great room and bar area. Guests who wanted to pop outside on the terrace enjoyed this area too. From the bottom of our hearts we want to thank you so much for such truly amazing day. We would like to sincerely thank Cleaver & Wake for such a wonderful experience. We cannot commend the team enough for your thoroughly professional, friendly and enthusiastic manner whilst supporting us through the whole process. The venue is stunning- such a great room and bar area. Guests who wanted to pop outside on the terrace enjoyed this area too. From the bottom of our hearts we want to thank you so much for such truly amazing day.
- AAlice & Richard10/10/2023Perfect day for our intimate weddingPerfect day for our intimate weddingWe were so pleased with the communication and how accommodating they were throughout. It made the planning stress free and easy. All our needs were understood and met and the venue was perfect for our special day. I would definitely use the space for another event in the future.We were so pleased with the communication and how accommodating they were throughout. It made the planning stress free and easy. All our needs were understood and met and the venue was perfect for our special day. I would definitely use the space for another event in the future.
- AAlice & Richard10/10/2023Perfect day for our intimate wedding Perfect day for our intimate weddingWe were so pleased with the communication and how accommodating they were throughout. It made the planning stress free and easy. All our needs were understood and met and the venue was perfect for our special day. I would definitely use the space for another event in the future.We were so pleased with the communication and how accommodating they were throughout. It made the planning stress free and easy. All our needs were understood and met and the venue was perfect for our special day. I would definitely use the space for another event in the future.
- VVanessa H05/10/2023The food was amazingThe food was amazingEnjoyed a great culinary experience with the girls in a relaxed atmosphere. The staff were attentive, knowledgeable and friendly. The food was amazing, well presented, hot and tasty. I can't fault this fantastic new restaurant. Vegetarian options: I believe it was a celeriac risotto. Enjoyed a great culinary experience with the girls in a relaxed atmosphere. The staff were attentive, knowledgeable and friendly. The food was amazing, well presented, hot and tasty. I can't fault this fantastic new restaurant. Vegetarian options: I believe it was a celeriac risotto.
- JJoyce Gunn05/10/2023wonderful welcomewonderful welcomeFood , service and atmosphere off the chart, wonderful welcome, superb service from ALL THE STAFF, especially Surin (hopefully spelt correctly, the Italian head wine waitress and overall service person who was amazing, attentive without being intrusive and so very knowledgeable and personable). Thankyou for a wonderful evening, we will definitely see you again very soon and will recommend to all, ThankyouFood , service and atmosphere off the chart, wonderful welcome, superb service from ALL THE STAFF, especially Surin (hopefully spelt correctly, the Italian head wine waitress and overall service person who was amazing, attentive without being intrusive and so very knowledgeable and personable). Thankyou for a wonderful evening, we will definitely see you again very soon and will recommend to all, Thankyou
Location & Contact Details for Cleaver & Wake
Where is Cleaver & Wake located in Nottingham?
Cleaver & Wake is conveniently situated in Nottingham, NG2 3BJ, on the top floor of the iconic One The Island Quarter building, offering excellent panoramic city views perfect for weddings.
Can I hold both my wedding ceremony and reception at Cleaver & Wake?
Yes, Cleaver & Wake is licensed for civil ceremonies and provides flexible spaces where you can host your entire wedding day, including both the ceremony and celebration, all in one elegant venue.
What is the maximum guest capacity for weddings at Cleaver & Wake?
The venue accommodates seated wedding breakfasts for up to 120 guests and evening receptions for up to 200 guests, ideal for both intimate and larger wedding celebrations.
Does Cleaver & Wake offer outdoor spaces for wedding guests?
Yes, guests can enjoy a private outdoor terrace at Cleaver & Wake, perfect for relaxing and mingling during your wedding day.
What kind of food can we expect at Cleaver & Wake weddings?
Cleaver & Wake features exceptional cuisine crafted by in-house chefs led by a MasterChef: The Professionals winner, offering bespoke menus with the finest seasonal British ingredients tailored to your preferences.
Are customizable catering options available for weddings at Cleaver & Wake?
Absolutely. From elegant canapés and drinks packages to full sit-down meals, the culinary offerings can be personalized to suit your wedding tastes and dietary needs.
Is there a dedicated wedding planning team at Cleaver & Wake?
Yes, a dedicated wedding planning team will work closely with you throughout the entire process, from your initial enquiry to your big day, ensuring all details are perfectly managed.
What makes Cleaver & Wake a unique wedding venue in Nottingham?
Cleaver & Wake combines a stylish urban atmosphere, spectacular panoramic city views from the top floor of a landmark building, exceptional cuisine, and expert-led planning to deliver a memorable and seamless wedding experience.
Is there a private bar available at Cleaver & Wake for weddings?
Yes, the venue offers a private bar on its dedicated events floor, allowing your guests to enjoy a variety of drinks in an exclusive and sophisticated setting.
Can Cleaver & Wake accommodate different wedding sizes and styles?
Yes, the flexible event spaces at Cleaver & Wake are designed to impress for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations, accommodating various wedding styles with elegance and sophistication.
