At The Pumping House we truly believe each wedding is unique. You will work with our wonderful in-house catering team and dedicated Wedding Manager to ensure every aspect of your day is tailored to create a completely bespoke and magical experience.
Our old meets new venue features two licensed ceremony rooms, main hall for wedding breakfasts, accommodation and a large lawn for outdoor drinks receptions. Late licensed to 1am, our beautiful red brick building, still featuring the original and distinctive chimney, is located in the heart of Sherwood Forest. The tranquil surroundings provide the perfect backdrop for weddings and offers ample opportunity for unique photography. The Pumping House is just a short drive from Sheffield, Nottingham, Lincoln and Mansfield.
Set over two impressive floors you can hold a ceremony in the Ollerton Room which has beautifully unique parquet flooring and is filled with natural light from the original paned windows, creating the perfect setting for wedding ceremonies, this is licensed for civil ceremonies with seating for up to 100 guests. The Engine Hall is also licensed for civil ceremonies from 80 to 150 guests.
Guests can enjoy drinks and canapés following the ceremony in The Conservatory Bar or the beautiful landscaped garden.
The Engine Hall provides an impressive setting for the wedding breakfast. The unique tiling, stunning arch windows and high glass ceiling create an illuminating space that is perfect for weddings from 50 to 170 guests. The room can accommodate various layouts and can be used as a canvas for different theming and settings. As dusk falls, guests can dance the night away, celebrating this memorable day and bringing The Engine Hall to life.
The Pumping House also unveils an oasis of beautifully thought-through, luxury apartments. Nestled at the rear of our historic venue, these ten Self-catering apartments are the perfect accommodation for your wedding party.
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: Lian
Congratulations on your forthcoming wedding! At The Pumping House we work with you to create the amazing day you are dreaming of, we will do all we can to meet your expectations and help you on your wedding planning journey.
Here at The Pumping House we want our couples to have their day their way and with this in mind we offer our exclusive venue hire price and then help you create your perfect day on top of this with all your food drink and entertainment needs.
What is included in this pricing:
Furniture included
Exclusive use
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Couple accommodation included
In-house Catering
(price per head)
Prices Start At
£20
Maximum Price
£49
With a whole range of menus to suit all dining styles from traditional three course meals to relaxed tapas sharing platters we have everything covered.
Describe the best wedding that happened at The Pumping House?
There is no individual wedding that stands our completely at our venue, we could take little bits of all our weddings and pop them together to make the best day!
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Take time to study your suppliers, wedding photographs will be with you for a lifetime so invest wisely.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
Each wedding is so different, its really difficult to answer!
The arch windows in the Ollerton room are a winner every time!
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at The Pumping House?
Several have been spotted amongst the guests!
What’s your favourite canapé?
This is a very hard one but if we really have to choose it has to be our Onion Bhajis with tomato Jam!
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Pizza!
What is The Pumping House most unique feature?
The views from our mezzanine floor of the Engine hall set up for wedding breakfast
What part of your business are you most proud of?
The start to finish and out relationship with each and everyone of our couples from the minute they book until after their wedding! Getting to know them personally makes the wedding journey more enjoyable!
Press & Awards
All our awards & press mentions
Bridebook Benefits
Bridebook GiftFree Bridal Suite with every new booking