Planning your wedding at The Cavendish Hotel means choosing a stunning venue nestled in the heart of the Peak District National Park, right on the beautiful Chatsworth Estate. With years of experience hosting unforgettable weddings, we combine timeless elegance and natural beauty to create the perfect setting for your big day. As owners, we’re personally committed to every detail, offering you luxurious privacy alongside warm, attentive service.
We’re licensed for civil ceremonies and offer a variety of beautiful spaces—both indoors and outdoors—to match your wedding style and size.
Food is at the heart of our celebrations. Our award-winning chefs craft seasonal menus using the finest local ingredients, many sourced right from the Chatsworth Estate. We’ll work closely with you to create a bespoke menu that reflects your tastes and makes your wedding feast truly unforgettable.
Your guests can unwind in one of our 28 individually styled bedrooms and suites, many offering stunning views of the surrounding parkland. If you choose exclusive use of the hotel, all rooms are reserved for your party, ensuring complete privacy and a seamless experience from arrival to departure.
For the ultimate private celebration, book exclusive use of the entire hotel. This means you and your guests have full access to all public areas, including the lounge and bar. You can also arrange evening entertainment—whether a string quartet or a lively band—to create a personalized house-party vibe that lasts well into the night.
The Cavendish Hotel is located in Baslow, Bakewell, Derbyshire, England, within the beautiful Peak District National Park, right on the Chatsworth Estate (postcode DE45 1SP).
Yes, The Cavendish Hotel is licensed for civil ceremonies and offers various stunning indoor and outdoor spaces for both your ceremony and reception, including the Garden Room, The Gallery restaurant, manicured gardens for outdoor ceremonies, and more intimate rooms for smaller gatherings.
The venue offers multiple spaces tailored to different wedding styles and sizes, such as:
Absolutely. The hotel’s award-winning chefs craft bespoke, seasonal menus featuring the finest local ingredients, many sourced directly from the Chatsworth Estate, ensuring a memorable and delicious wedding feast customized to your tastes.
Yes, the hotel has 28 individually styled bedrooms and suites, many with stunning parkland views. When booking exclusive use, all rooms are reserved for your wedding party, providing privacy and convenience from arrival through departure.
Exclusive use means you and your guests have full access to all public areas including the lounge and bar. It also allows for evening entertainment options, from string quartets to lively bands, creating a private, house-party atmosphere extending late into the night.
Definitely. The hotel offers cozy and private spaces such as the Private Dining Room (for up to 10 guests) and the Chatsworth Room (up to 18 guests), perfect for intimate wedding ceremonies and receptions.
Yes, you can exchange vows or enjoy drinks in the hotel’s beautifully manicured gardens which overlook the Chatsworth Estate, providing a breathtaking natural setting for your outdoor ceremony or celebrations.
The owners are personally committed to every detail of your wedding, blending timeless elegance with warm, attentive service to create a uniquely luxurious and personalized experience tailored to your vision.