Fir Hill Estate

(2)
Moderate (££)
Up to 70
17 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence

Description

The Fir Hill Estate, which comprises 66 acres of woodland, orchards and recreational land, was a ruined Estate until its change of ownership in 2012. Since this time, it has developed into a popular glampsite and event venue (as well as nascent fruit business …over 500 apple trees have been planted). The site lends itself to rural/outdoor weddings, and its most popular event is a wedfest (wedding festival) which requires a 3 day hire (1 day to set up, 1 day to party, and 1 day to clear up). Whilst most couples prefer to get legally hitched in advance (at, for example, a registry office), there is a delightful option to get married at Colan church, which is located about 600m from the Fir Hill’s event facilities). We also provide accommodation to over 70 guests in 13 yurts (Mongolian gers) and 4 bell tents. Beyond these Glamping units, we also allow ‘pitch ups’ i.e. guests can pitch their own tents / camper vans onsite for a small fee (once the yurts and bell tents are used). We provide a recommended list of wedding providers…mobile bars, pizza vans, burger bars, paella bars etc…and increasingly great bands to entertain your guests. We allow couples to decorate the site themselves…with bunting etc….(we also have accumulated a good supply which we provide to the couple). Seating and outdoor furniture is provided. The Fir Hill has created a woodland setting (referred to as the “Pit” for the more formal part of the proceedings in the form of small ‘amphitheatre’ which can seat just over 100 guests. The celebration area overlooks the Porth Reservoir which provides a wonderful backdrop to the event.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Charlie
We look forward to welcoming couples to view the venue…we are confident that if they are looking for an outdoor wedding or wedfest, we have a wonderful option.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2017
No. of Weddings Hosted
Less than 10
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
2

Overview of Fir Hill Estate

Venue Type
Garden
Outdoor
Dining Capacity
70
Reception Capacity
200
No. of Bedrooms
17
Sleeps No. of People
70
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Usual Access Time
08:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 AM
Late Night Extension
Yes

Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance
Dancefloor Available
Sound System Available

Venue

Exclusive Use
Disabled Access
Open Flame Permitted
Outdoor Reception Space
Water View
On-Site Parking
Pet Friendly
Marquee Permitted

Food and Drink

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
External Catering Permitted

Cultural Specialists

Other

Reviews for Fir Hill Estate
(2)

Isabella Grace
Wedding: June
December 2023
A wonderful and unique location for a wedding!

Last year I attended a festival themed wedding at the Fir Hill in Cornwall. I was fortunate to stay onsite …this was my first time Glamping, and I did not know what to to expect ! To give an overview of the venue, there is a large terrace, a courtyard and several other smaller terraces. The event focussed around the main building and the large terrace, a large part of which was covered by a marquee and a gazebo, although around half was open aired. This allowed us to dance in the sunshine, and in shelter if it was to rain! The main terrace overlooks beautiful views of the valley, and the wedding feels so private as it was private hire of the whole site. It was a joy to see the bride and groom so relaxed, as everything was sorted! They had food trucks and a bar - which were local businesses! I have been to a lot of weddings, but this one has stood out to me. Included in the wedding, was staying in a yurt! The yurt provided a very comfortable stay, and made the whole wedding unique and great fun.

Cressida Bunret
Wedding: July
December 2023
A fabulous venue for a celebration

My partner and I held a celebration at this stunning venue. The site itself has a lovely terrace overlooking the reservoir where we had drinks and later the tables were laid for dinner with a band playing. Another marquee accommodated the disco which because of the location meant there were no noise restrictions, and we could party until the early hours. There were fire pits on the lower terrace which gave us another area to move to if we didn’t want to be near the music and there are also very comfortable sofas in the barn. The glamping part was huge fun with extremely comfortable beds and a showers and loos that had good water pressure and were cleaned regularly. The loveliest part was waking up and enjoying the stunning scenery and wandering down to the terrace to have a coffee with other guests to chat about the day before and just enjoy the views it offered. The whole site gives a feeling of space, beautiful views and excellent facilities and is able to host a large event without ever feeling we were crowded.

Location & Contact Details for Fir Hill Estate

Wedding Venue Address
The Fir Hill Estate, Colan, Cornwall, TR8 4NB, England, United Kingdom
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Fir Hill Estate?

We hosted a 110 person wedfest in 2023, and the couple married at the church in Colan. All the guests walked from the church through the Fir Hill orchards and straight on to speeches in the “Pit” (amphitheatre)…and thereafter an amazing blues band started the less formal part of the day..everyone danced (young and old).

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Relax …on the day(s) the Fir Hill will deal with any issuse.

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

Decoration of used pallets as signage …

Describe Fir Hill Estate in 5 adjectives

Beautiful Spacious Natural Sustainable (we are off grid) Friendly

Where’s the best photo spot at Fir Hill Estate?

By the wood stores (close to the main Terrace)

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Fir Hill Estate?

Yes

What’s your favourite canapé?

None !

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Fish Chowder

What is Fir Hill Estate most unique feature?

Its view…

What part of your business are you most proud of?

The buildings (which were restored from ruins)
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Bridebook Benefits

Bridebook GiftApple juice, cider