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Price: £3,300 – £5,940
Guests: 200
Description
Description
The Bowdon Rooms is a uniquely charming wedding venue with an abundance of authentic Edwardian character. Dating back to 1903, this award-winning venue is the perfect choice for your exclusive wedding with its wealth of original charm, beautiful features and elegant grandeur.
Fully licensed for ceremonies, you can spend your entire day at this magnificent venue. You can say your vows in either the intimate executive lounge or, for larger weddings, you can say ‘I do’ in the glorious Edwardian ballroom.
Our decadent Edwardian ballroom offers glamorous chandeliers suspended from the dramatic 40ft domed ceiling and original Edwardian features including quaint alcoves, balustrade and pillars. This space also makes for some truly stunning wedding photography.
Recently renovated, The Bowdon Rooms offers a variety of stylish and comfortable additional spaces, for you and your guests to enjoy your special day.
As a premier music venue, The Bowdon Rooms boasts an unrivalled raised stage with ultra-high specification digital lighting and sound, which will enhance your evening entertainment giving you and your guests a night to remember. Furthermore, the stage area offers a Green Room and Dressing Room, complete with full-length mirror, professional make-up mirrors and bathroom facilities.
As a family-run business, the team behind The Bowdon Rooms are a select group of experienced and friendly event managers and wedding planners, who will work with you and be on-hand to help create your dream day – all brought to you with the personal touch for which the venue is renowned.
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: Allison Prophet
Thank you for viewing The Bowdon Rooms as a prospective wedding venue. We would be thrilled to offer you a private tour of our stunning venue.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
1902
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
10
Overview of The Bowdon Rooms
Wedding Venue Type
City Hotel / Venue
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
200
Reception Capacity
200
Pricing for The Bowdon Rooms
Pricing for The Bowdon Rooms
What's Included?
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Exclusive use
External caterers not permitted
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Furniture included
This includes our dressed ceremony room, dedicated Wedding Co-ordinator, complimentary menu tasting, in-house lighting & sound, banqueting chairs and covers and principal room dressing.
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- MMike & lisa18/01/2024Absolutely fantastic vow renewalAbsolutely fantastic vow renewalWe had the most perfect day, it was just over so quickly 😟 Honestly guys i cant even tell you how many comments we had on the room, we had a lot of comments saying that as soon as they walked in and saw the set up they were very emotional, so that was really nice and the effect we wanted, honestly it was beautiful. Helena was great, she not only coordinated everything perfectly, she also offered moral support (to mike, who was close to a nervous breakdown on the day with nerves lol) and she even laced up my dress, you dont get that everywhere lol, nothing was too much trouble, we honestly felt so comfortable. I honestly think the difference with you guys is we met you as a service provider but it honestly feels like you became our friends, you shared and encouraged (again, michael lol) our vision to enable us to have the most perfect day. We honestly cannot put into words how perfect it was and how much we appreciate you guys for all you did I can honestly say i wish you all to have the family, happiness and love myself and Michael have for each other, as with that you can take on the world Again, many thanks to allison, helena and all the team, you were honestly great x We had the most perfect day, it was just over so quickly 😟 Honestly guys i cant even tell you how many comments we had on the room, we had a lot of comments saying that as soon as they walked in and saw the set up they were very emotional, so that was really nice and the effect we wanted, honestly it was beautiful. Helena was great, she not only coordinated everything perfectly, she also offered moral support (to mike, who was close to a nervous breakdown on the day with nerves lol) and she even laced up my dress, you dont get that everywhere lol, nothing was too much trouble, we honestly felt so comfortable. I honestly think the difference with you guys is we met you as a service provider but it honestly feels like you became our friends, you shared and encouraged (again, michael lol) our vision to enable us to have the most perfect day. We honestly cannot put into words how perfect it was and how much we appreciate you guys for all you did I can honestly say i wish you all to have the family, happiness and love myself and Michael have for each other, as with that you can take on the world Again, many thanks to allison, helena and all the team, you were honestly great x
- DDavid & Olga21/11/2023Bowdon Rooms Wedding Event October 2023Bowdon Rooms Wedding Event October 2023The Bowdon Rooms is a lovely wedding venue. The interior is fresh and attractive with plenty of space for guests and evening entertainment. The events manager guided and supported us through the options available in hiring the venue. We choose a package offering with catering included and on reflection, we have no regrets in that selection. The included on site catering was excellent and the events manager communicated and worked with us very well very in organising our day at the venue. This included accommodating a piano player and a 35 piece showband in the evening. The catering and staff at the venue are excellent. If you looking for a wedding venue go have a chat with them and they’ll arrange to show you around the venue.The Bowdon Rooms is a lovely wedding venue. The interior is fresh and attractive with plenty of space for guests and evening entertainment. The events manager guided and supported us through the options available in hiring the venue. We choose a package offering with catering included and on reflection, we have no regrets in that selection. The included on site catering was excellent and the events manager communicated and worked with us very well very in organising our day at the venue. This included accommodating a piano player and a 35 piece showband in the evening. The catering and staff at the venue are excellent. If you looking for a wedding venue go have a chat with them and they’ll arrange to show you around the venue.
- LLeanne & Glen18/11/2023The perfect wedding dayThe perfect wedding dayMy partner and I got married here in November 2023 and we could not be happier with how the day went! We fell in love with the venue on our first visit. Its location and the unique character of the building made it stand out from others that we had viewed. From viewing the venue, right up to the big day, Helena and the Bowdon Rooms team were incredibly helpful and were always on hand to answer any questions we had, no matter how small. We were made to feel at ease throughout the whole planning process. Helena made every effort to ensure that each and every small detail was captured and communicated to everyone. As a result, the entire day was amazing and ran smoothly from start to finish. All of the guests at our wedding commented on how professional and friendly the team were and we could not agree more. The venue looked amazing and was decorated beautifully for all aspects of the day, from the ceremony, wedding breakfast and the evening reception. Honestly, if you’re even thinking of booking this venue for your wedding (or any other event) don’t think about it….just do it. We cannot recommend this venue enough. Thank you so much to the Bowdon Rooms team for all of their hard work to make our day truly magical – it was perfect! It’s definitely one we’ll never forget.My partner and I got married here in November 2023 and we could not be happier with how the day went! We fell in love with the venue on our first visit. Its location and the unique character of the building made it stand out from others that we had viewed. From viewing the venue, right up to the big day, Helena and the Bowdon Rooms team were incredibly helpful and were always on hand to answer any questions we had, no matter how small. We were made to feel at ease throughout the whole planning process. Helena made every effort to ensure that each and every small detail was captured and communicated to everyone. As a result, the entire day was amazing and ran smoothly from start to finish. All of the guests at our wedding commented on how professional and friendly the team were and we could not agree more. The venue looked amazing and was decorated beautifully for all aspects of the day, from the ceremony, wedding breakfast and the evening reception. Honestly, if you’re even thinking of booking this venue for your wedding (or any other event) don’t think about it….just do it. We cannot recommend this venue enough. Thank you so much to the Bowdon Rooms team for all of their hard work to make our day truly magical – it was perfect! It’s definitely one we’ll never forget.
- AAndie and Matt29/10/2023Fabulous wedding venue Fabulous wedding venueAllison and Ed were brilliant, know their stuff and how to organise a fabulous day. This is a great and flexible venue which feels a bit grand but also intimate and I would love to use it again for a special event in the future.Allison and Ed were brilliant, know their stuff and how to organise a fabulous day. This is a great and flexible venue which feels a bit grand but also intimate and I would love to use it again for a special event in the future.
- AAnne Marie fox17/10/2023Beautiful wedding venue, the best day of our livesBeautiful wedding venue, the best day of our livesWhat a fabulous venue to get married. Allison and her team are amazing, helping every step of the way to make our day so special. So attentive, warm and friendly team We have a fabulous day and we thank all the team for helping stay stress free and enjoy our amazing day xWhat a fabulous venue to get married. Allison and her team are amazing, helping every step of the way to make our day so special. So attentive, warm and friendly team We have a fabulous day and we thank all the team for helping stay stress free and enjoy our amazing day x
- LLiz Whitby16/10/2023Outstanding OutstandingThe Bowdon Rooms were amazing. Allison, Héléna and the team were outstanding. Their attention to detail is second to none and we had nothing to worry about. From our first initial enquiry, right through to the wedding day itself Any questions we had were dealt with quickly. They put us at ease and let us enjoy the day. We couldn’t recommend The Bowdon Rooms enough for a wedding. Our guests were blown away and we’ve had nothing but compliments since. A beautiful unique venue. The Bowdon Rooms were amazing. Allison, Héléna and the team were outstanding. Their attention to detail is second to none and we had nothing to worry about. From our first initial enquiry, right through to the wedding day itself Any questions we had were dealt with quickly. They put us at ease and let us enjoy the day. We couldn’t recommend The Bowdon Rooms enough for a wedding. Our guests were blown away and we’ve had nothing but compliments since. A beautiful unique venue.
- JJoy Duncan-Fletcher01/10/2023The best wedding venue we could have wished for! The best wedding venue we could have wished for!We had our wedding at the Bowdon Rooms in September 2023 and we couldn’t have wished for a better venue. From our initial enquiry Allison and Helena were friendly, professional and excited for our big day. They accommodated all of our requests and made some of their own brilliant suggestions. Everything was well organised and prepared leading up to the day. The team always made it clear that they didn’t want us to worry about anything and nothing was too much trouble. On the day everything went smoothly and we were able to just enjoy ourselves. The venue looked beautiful and we truly had the best day. I would 100% recommend The Bowdon Rooms as a wedding venue! We had our wedding at the Bowdon Rooms in September 2023 and we couldn’t have wished for a better venue. From our initial enquiry Allison and Helena were friendly, professional and excited for our big day. They accommodated all of our requests and made some of their own brilliant suggestions. Everything was well organised and prepared leading up to the day. The team always made it clear that they didn’t want us to worry about anything and nothing was too much trouble. On the day everything went smoothly and we were able to just enjoy ourselves. The venue looked beautiful and we truly had the best day. I would 100% recommend The Bowdon Rooms as a wedding venue!
- JJeremy25/09/2023What an exemplary venue What an exemplary venueI thought as it’s human nature for people to moan about stuff to do the very opposite. So an enormous big up to you all at the Bowdon Rooms for Saturday 23rd. My partner and I agreed that it was a simply perfect event made so by the venue ,the food and especially the staff who were exemplary. Ed and Alison, you have taken this iconic beautiful Cheshire venue and revisited and reinvented it through love and professionalism, this has filtered down through the staff and their approach. We were mere guests yesterday taking some pictures for our friends but we were made to feel special as well. I fabulous big thank you to you all bloody well done I thought as it’s human nature for people to moan about stuff to do the very opposite. So an enormous big up to you all at the Bowdon Rooms for Saturday 23rd. My partner and I agreed that it was a simply perfect event made so by the venue ,the food and especially the staff who were exemplary. Ed and Alison, you have taken this iconic beautiful Cheshire venue and revisited and reinvented it through love and professionalism, this has filtered down through the staff and their approach. We were mere guests yesterday taking some pictures for our friends but we were made to feel special as well. I fabulous big thank you to you all bloody well done
- AAndrew Littlemore01/08/2023We cannot recommend this venue enough!We cannot recommend this venue enough!The team are incredibly professional, friendly and every detail is thought of. The communication between us and them was top notch. They are well connected so can help with suppliers too. They basically take all the hard work out of the day so you are able to have the most chilled out relaxing time. During the day, the team were clearly working super hard but you hardly notice them, they are very discreet and are excellent at making sure you have nothing to worry about and you can enjoy your day. Once the day is over, they clean up and get all of your things ready for you to collect the next day with zero stress. We cannot recommend this venue enough. You'll have the best time at Bowdon Rooms. The team are incredibly professional, friendly and every detail is thought of. The communication between us and them was top notch. They are well connected so can help with suppliers too. They basically take all the hard work out of the day so you are able to have the most chilled out relaxing time. During the day, the team were clearly working super hard but you hardly notice them, they are very discreet and are excellent at making sure you have nothing to worry about and you can enjoy your day. Once the day is over, they clean up and get all of your things ready for you to collect the next day with zero stress. We cannot recommend this venue enough. You'll have the best time at Bowdon Rooms.
- SSusie & Graham21/06/2023Best wedding Best weddingFantastic experience from start to finish with the Bowdon Rooms . From our initial enquiry through to our wedding day we have received the best service from Helena and the team. Nothing was too much trouble and it’s like having your own personal wedding planners to organise every minute of the day so you can relax . Hugely experienced team and could not recommend enough . Thanks so much Susie & Graham Fantastic experience from start to finish with the Bowdon Rooms . From our initial enquiry through to our wedding day we have received the best service from Helena and the team. Nothing was too much trouble and it’s like having your own personal wedding planners to organise every minute of the day so you can relax . Hugely experienced team and could not recommend enough . Thanks so much Susie & Graham
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What makes The Bowdon Rooms a unique wedding venue in Greater Manchester?
The Bowdon Rooms is uniquely charming due to its authentic Edwardian character, dating back to 1903. This award-winning venue offers original features like a glorious Edwardian ballroom with a 40ft domed ceiling, quaint alcoves, and elegant grandeur, providing a truly distinctive atmosphere for your special day.
Is The Bowdon Rooms licensed for wedding ceremonies?
Yes, The Bowdon Rooms is fully licensed for wedding ceremonies. Couples can choose to exchange vows in the intimate executive lounge for smaller weddings or in the magnificent Edwardian ballroom for larger celebrations.
What types of wedding ceremony spaces are available at The Bowdon Rooms?
The Bowdon Rooms offers two stunning ceremony spaces:
- Intimate Executive Lounge – perfect for smaller, more private ceremonies.
- Edwardian Ballroom – a grand space featuring dramatic chandeliers and original period features, ideal for larger weddings.
Can I host both my wedding ceremony and reception at The Bowdon Rooms?
Absolutely. The Bowdon Rooms allows you to spend your entire wedding day at the venue, including your ceremony, reception, and evening entertainment, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience.
What makes the Edwardian ballroom at The Bowdon Rooms ideal for wedding photography?
The Edwardian ballroom features glamorous chandeliers hanging from a dramatic 40ft domed ceiling, original period details such as alcoves, balustrades, and pillars, creating breathtaking backdrops that enhance the beauty and elegance of your wedding photographs.
Are there additional spaces at The Bowdon Rooms for guests to relax?
Yes, following recent renovations, The Bowdon Rooms offers a variety of stylish and comfortable additional spaces where you and your guests can relax and enjoy your special day in comfort and style.
How is the evening entertainment accommodated at The Bowdon Rooms?
As a premier music venue, The Bowdon Rooms features an unrivalled raised stage equipped with ultra-high specification digital lighting and sound systems. This setup enhances your evening entertainment, providing a memorable experience for you and your guests.
Are dressing and preparation facilities available for performers and the wedding party at The Bowdon Rooms?
Yes, the stage area includes a Green Room and Dressing Room, complete with full-length mirrors, professional make-up lighting, and bathroom facilities, ideal for entertainers and the wedding party to prepare comfortably.
What level of support can I expect from the team at The Bowdon Rooms?
The Bowdon Rooms is run by a family-operated team of experienced and friendly event managers and wedding planners. They provide personalised service to help you create and enjoy your dream wedding day with attention to every detail.
Where is The Bowdon Rooms located?
The Bowdon Rooms is located in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, England, with the postcode WA14 2TQ. It offers convenient access for couples and guests throughout the Greater Manchester area and beyond.
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