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Welcome to Gibbon Bridge Hotel: Your Dream Wedding Venue in Lancashire
Located in the heart of Lancashire’s stunning Forest of Bowland, Gibbon Bridge Hotel is the perfect place to celebrate your wedding. This privately-owned, four-star country hotel has been creating unforgettable weddings for over 40 years. Surrounded by 23 acres of award-winning gardens and rolling hills, it offers a peaceful, romantic setting that feels both elegant and welcoming.
Ceremony and Reception Spaces Tailored to Your Vision
Whether you’re dreaming of an outdoor ceremony or a stylish indoor celebration, Gibbon Bridge Hotel has a variety of licensed spaces to suit your style and the season. Plus, they host only one wedding per day—so you get their full attention and care.
- The Garden Bandstand: Say “I do” outdoors in this charming bandstand nestled in the gardens, with breathtaking views of Longridge Fell—ideal for warmer months and a truly romantic vibe.
- The Orangery: This bright, Victorian-inspired room offers a chic, airy atmosphere for your ceremony all year round, blending classic elegance with modern style.
- The Conservatory: Perfect for your wedding breakfast and evening reception, this spacious room overlooks the gardens and fell. With bi-folding doors opening onto a terrace, it creates a seamless indoor-outdoor experience. It seats up to 128 guests, and with an adjoining marquee, can host up to 200.
- Intimate Spaces: For smaller gatherings, the cozy Cavalier Lounge—with its open fire—is a warm and inviting choice, especially in cooler months.
Exceptional Catering and Dedicated Service
The Gibbon Bridge culinary team is known for crafting delicious menus using fresh, locally sourced ingredients—including produce from the hotel’s own kitchen gardens. Wedding packages are flexible and can be tailored to your preferences. Typically, packages include a welcome drink, a three-course meal, wine with dinner, and sparkling wine for your toast. The experienced team works closely with you to ensure every detail runs smoothly, so you can relax and enjoy your special day.
Comfortable Accommodation for You and Your Guests
The hotel offers 30 elegant en-suite bedrooms across two buildings, including spacious split-level suites and accessible rooms. A dedicated bridal suite is available for the night before your wedding, and a separate honeymoon suite provides a luxurious retreat for the newlyweds. With room for up to 60 guests overnight, Gibbon Bridge makes it easy to keep your entire celebration—from ceremony to accommodation—in one beautiful, convenient location.
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- AAmy & Barry28/10/2022... wonderful help & service...... wonderful help & service...I would like to thank you all on behalf of both families for the wonderful help and service you all offered Amy & Barry to make their wedding day so special. I thank you all.I would like to thank you all on behalf of both families for the wonderful help and service you all offered Amy & Barry to make their wedding day so special. I thank you all.
- AAnisha & Mark28/10/2022We had the best day!We had the best day!To the whole GB Team, We had the best day ever!To the whole GB Team, We had the best day ever!
- GGrandparents28/10/2022Gibbon Bridge have come up trumps as usualGibbon Bridge have come up trumps as usualA very big thank you to Philip and his team for a wonderful day. Gibbon Bridge have come up trumps as usual. Everything flowed like clockwork and a great time was had by all. A very memorable day for Alex and Iain. Our American guests were very impressed with a traditional English wedding in such a superb setting. Many thanks once again.A very big thank you to Philip and his team for a wonderful day. Gibbon Bridge have come up trumps as usual. Everything flowed like clockwork and a great time was had by all. A very memorable day for Alex and Iain. Our American guests were very impressed with a traditional English wedding in such a superb setting. Many thanks once again.
- SSean & Sarah28/10/2022We had the best day ever!We had the best day ever!Thank you to each and everyone of you for hosting us and helping to ensure we had the best day ever! We really appreciate how hard everyone worked to make our day perfect.Thank you to each and everyone of you for hosting us and helping to ensure we had the best day ever! We really appreciate how hard everyone worked to make our day perfect.
- KKelly & Ringo28/10/2022You are all amazing!You are all amazing!Just wanted to say a huge thank you to all staff for helping make our day soo special. You have all been amazing, and couldn't do enough for us all, guests included. Thank you once again.Just wanted to say a huge thank you to all staff for helping make our day soo special. You have all been amazing, and couldn't do enough for us all, guests included. Thank you once again.
- LLaura & Owen Prendeville28/10/2022You've helped create a special day...You've helped create a special day...Thank you for being a part of our wedding day. From the day we booked until the big moment, you've helped create a special day and memories that will last a lifetime. We look forward to coming back again in the years to come as we embark on our next chapter.Thank you for being a part of our wedding day. From the day we booked until the big moment, you've helped create a special day and memories that will last a lifetime. We look forward to coming back again in the years to come as we embark on our next chapter.
- KKay Burke28/09/2022Wedding booked, obviously. Wedding booked, obviously.This was a first visit when looking for a wedding venue. Have to say that we were extremely well looked after and all staff were very personable and helpful. The venue looked perfect, gardens are beautiful. We didn't eat or stay but hope to do so soon. Wedding booked , Obviously.This was a first visit when looking for a wedding venue. Have to say that we were extremely well looked after and all staff were very personable and helpful. The venue looked perfect, gardens are beautiful. We didn't eat or stay but hope to do so soon. Wedding booked , Obviously.
Location & Contact Details for Gibbon Bridge Hotel
Where is Gibbon Bridge Hotel located for weddings?
Gibbon Bridge Hotel is located in PR3 2TQ, Preston, Lancashire, England, situated in the heart of Lancashire's beautiful Forest of Bowland, offering a scenic and peaceful wedding venue.
What types of ceremony spaces does Gibbon Bridge Hotel offer?
The hotel offers several licensed ceremony spaces tailored to your vision, including:
- The Garden Bandstand - an outdoor option in award-winning gardens with views of Longridge Fell.
- The Orangery - a bright, Victorian-inspired indoor room suitable for year-round ceremonies.
- Intimate spaces like the Cavalier Lounge for smaller gatherings, especially in cooler months.
Can Gibbon Bridge Hotel accommodate large wedding receptions?
Yes, the Conservatory can host up to 128 guests for your wedding breakfast and reception, and with the adjoining marquee, the capacity extends to 200 guests, creating a spacious and elegant setting.
Does Gibbon Bridge Hotel allow only one wedding per day?
Yes, Gibbon Bridge Hotel hosts only one wedding per day, ensuring dedicated attention and personalised service for your special day.
What catering options are available at Gibbon Bridge Hotel weddings?
The hotel’s culinary team prepares menus using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, including produce from their own kitchen gardens. Packages typically include a welcome drink, a three-course meal, wine with dinner, and sparkling wine for your toast. Menus are flexible and can be tailored to your preferences.
Are there accommodation options for wedding guests at Gibbon Bridge Hotel?
Yes, the hotel offers 30 elegant en-suite bedrooms across two buildings, including spacious suites, accessible rooms, a dedicated bridal suite for the night before the wedding, and a honeymoon suite for the newlyweds. They can accommodate up to 60 guests overnight.
Is outdoor wedding ceremony option available at Gibbon Bridge Hotel?
Absolutely, the Garden Bandstand offers a charming outdoor ceremony space nestled within 23 acres of award-winning gardens, ideal for warmer months and romantic views.
What is the style and atmosphere of the Orangery ceremony room?
The Orangery features a Victorian-inspired design blending classic elegance with modern style. It's a bright and airy space perfect for year-round indoor ceremonies.
Can smaller weddings be hosted at Gibbon Bridge Hotel?
Yes, for more intimate celebrations, the Cavalier Lounge offers a warm, cosy atmosphere with an open fire, ideal for smaller weddings especially during cooler seasons.
Does Gibbon Bridge Hotel provide customizable wedding packages?
Yes, wedding packages are flexible and can be tailored to meet your specific needs. The experienced team works closely with couples to ensure every detail runs smoothly and aligns with your vision.
