Set in over 100 acres of Macclesfield, Cheshire countryside and with over three hundred years of history, Capesthorne Hall is a truly exceptional venue for your wedding day. With stunning interiors and incredible lakeside gardens, the venue is ideal for both your ceremony and wedding reception. There are two venue hire options available, both with exclusive use: The Main Hall and Lakeside, or The Lakeside Only Alternatively, for a more contemporary wedding, there is the option to hold your ceremony outdoors in one of the stunning settings within the grounds. The incredible architecture and impressive state rooms of the Main Hall provide an amazing and unique setting for your big day. The Lakeside is a more contemporary space and has spectacular views over the formal gardens and lake. Capacities Civil Ceremony - Main Hall (100) or Lakeside (160) Wedding Breakfast - Main Hall (80) or Lakeside (160) Evening Reception - Lakeside (180) For larger guest numbers, a bespoke marquee can be hired in. Accommodation Luxury on-site accommodation is available for up to thirty guests and is set within the formal and walled gardens adjacent to the lake.
Gallery
Styles & facilities
Historic
In the country
Stately home
Outdoor license
Civil ceremony licence
Fire ceremony
Chapel or temple on-site
Confetti permitted
Entertainment licence
Outdoor fireworks permitted
Wedding coordinator
Accessible facilities
DJ facilities
Live band facilities
Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Helipad
Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Exclusive use
Evening reception facilities
Alcohol licence
In-house catering
Car parking
Seated meal facilities
Dance floor
Buffet meal facilities
Marquee available
Overnight accommodation for guests
Horse baraat permitted
Pet-friendly
Reviews
5.0(33)5/5 from 33 couple reviews
5/5 review
SarahAugust 2026
5.0
Everything about Capesthorne Hall is fantastic. Brilliant value for such a stunning venue - it’s beautiful in its own right so we found we didn’t spend as much on flowers / decor as we may have done elsewhere. Everyone connected to the venue is brilliant; the catering was incredible - our guests are still talking about the food 3 months later! Lucy was our wedding co-ordinator
5/5 review
AshaJune 2026
5.0
We honestly couldn't have asked for a more perfect wedding venue than Capesthorne Hall. We had a multicultural wedding, which involved multiple ceremonies and a lot of planning. The team went above and beyond to make everything run seamlessly. A very special thank you to Lucy, who was our main point of contact throughout the entire process. She was always accessible, incredibly helpful and no question was ever too much trouble. From the moment we started planning, she put us completely at ease with her warmth, professionalism and attention to detail. Knowing she was only ever a call or email away made the whole experience so much less stressful. The venue itself is absolutely breathtaking and our guests are still talking about how beautiful it was. The flexibility and support we received for our multicultural celebrations were exceptional and everything came together perfectly. Thank you to Lucy and the entire Capesthorne Hall team for helping create memories that we
5/5 review
EdJune 2026
5.0
We got married at Capesthorne Hall early May this year, and I do not think I can truly express how wonderful it all was! From the first viewing, we fell in love with the venue; we were made to feel welcome, and that the staff wanted to help us create the day we wanted. The venue and the grounds are even more spectacular in person, and offer a lovely variety of settings for a wedding. Another great option is the accommodation - we, our parents, bridesmaids & groomsmen all stayed on site the night before & night of, and found all the different accommodations (Carriage House, South Tower, Lakeside Village) to all be spotless, comfortable, and ideal for getting ready with our bride & groom parties on opposite sides of the venue the morning of the wedding (with the bridal party also using the Saddle Room.) Our guests all remarked on how beautiful everything was, the level of professionalism observed, and how smoothly the day went, especially as we all moved between areas of the venue throughout. From enquiring to the wedding day, and even thereafter, we received clear communication, offers to visit, and support in our planning. On the day itself, we still kept informed about the schedule, and were given some time to ourselves after the ceremony whilst guests were lined up for the confetti throw. We would like to extend a huge thank you to the Capesthorne team, especially Lynn, who helped us in both the lead up to the wedding and the day itself, working with all our other vendors to ensure
5/5 review
JennyJune 2026
5.0
When looking at wedding venues we tried several different options near where we lived/wanted to get married. When we came to look at Capesthorne and drove down the drive, we knew it was such a special place. The grand hall and grounds are picture perfect for a special day. We had so many compliments from our guests on where we had picked to get married. Beth looked after us from our initial meeting in April 2025 and was a dream throughout the entire process to our wedding in June 2026. Nothing was ever too much trouble in the lead up, and on the day provided calmness and organisation which helped the day run so smoothly. She helped with getting the suppliers organised and set for what they were all doing on the day and it just made the wedding day so much easier. We had our ceremony in the drawing room, drinks in the saloon/on the terrace, wedding breakfast in the Queen Ann room and evening in the Lakeside. Using all the options from the venue meant we got to spend time in all of the amazing parts of the hall and the day flowed from one area to another so easily. I couldn’t recommen
5/5 review
GeorgiaMarch 2026
5.0
I couldn’t thank the whole team at Capesthorne enough for making our dream wedding come to life. From the very first viewing through to the big day itself, everyone was incredible at answering our questions and supporting us every step of the way. A special thank you to Lucy—I truly couldn’t have gone through the whole process without her amazing help and reassurance. Our day simply wouldn’t have run as smoothly as it did without Lucy, Beth, and Lynne. The venue itself is s
5/5 review
FionaFebruary 2026
5.0
My husband and I chose Capesthorne Hall for our wedding in May 2025 and we couldn’t have chosen better. We fell in love with Capesthorne Hall on our first visit, not only are the hall and grounds absolutely beautiful but the flow of the venue is perfect. We loved that we could use different areas at different times of the day, from the amazing getting ready room, gorgeous ceremony space and dining room to the modern lakeside evening reception. We also stayed onsite and used the accommodation for a wedding weekend celebration. This was one of the major reasons we chose Capesthorne Hall as it helped us make the most of our celebrations and create amazing memories. The team are absolutely brilliant, Beth and Lucy are so attentive, helpful and friendly. Lucy helped us set everything up the day before, kept on top of all the details made sure the day ran smoothly. We were in very safe hands who worked so hard to make sure our wedding was so special, doing every
5/5 review
KatherineFebruary 2026
5.0
We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect wedding venue than Capesthorne Hall. From the moment we arrived, everything felt incredibly special — the Hall and grounds are absolutely stunning and created the most magical backdrop for our day. The team at Capesthorne Hall were exceptional from start to finish, and in particular our wedding coordinator, Lynn, who did an absolutely amazing job. From the planning stages right through to the wedding day itself, Lynn was organised, calm, and incredibly supportive. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and her attention to detail and experience meant we felt completely at ease knowing everything was in safe hands. On the day itself, everything ran seamlessly. Lynn and the wider team were professional, attentive, and genuinely kind, ensuring that both us and our guests felt completely looked after. Our guests couldn’t stop commenting on how beautiful the venue was and how smoothly the day flowed. Every detail had been carefully considered, allowing us to relax and truly enjoy every moment of our wedding. Capesthorne Hall is a truly breathtaking venue with an outstanding team behind
5/5 review
EllieFebruary 2026
5.0
My husband and I held our reception at Capesthorne Hall after our wedding in May. We had been quite set on another venue before visiting but quickly decided during our venue visit that Capesthorne was the place for us. We loved that there are so many spaces for different parts of the day which gave an effortless flow. In addition, we were blown away by the organisation, professionalism and knowledge of our wedding coordinator Lynn. Every single query or concern re logistics was quickly answered and a solution provided. We really felt that Lynn and the rest of the Capesthorne team were committed to giving us the most magical day possible. They worked seamlessly with all of our suppliers to a point that my husband and I were able to completely immerse ourselves in enjoying the day rather than feeling like we had to
5/5 review
LaurenJanuary 2026
5.0
Capesthorne Hall was an amazing place for our wedding. We visited many wedding venues, but Capesthorne was the only one that made feel like you weren't on a conveyer belt. We had our hearts set on an outdoor ceremony and the Capesthorne team helped this become a reality. We were given many options on where the ceremony could be held on the grounds, which was difficult, as there a so many beautiful spaces! and a contingency if was raining to put our minds at ease. We used the accommodation of beautiful lodges and apartments for the evening of the Wedding. We self-catered the communal kitchen for our guests which the staff supported us with and we could all then relax, explore the grounds the next day. Lynn, Beth and Lucy were amazing, they were all so responsive and always happy to answer questions we had. I would say that all the staff went above and beyond what you would get from other venues, on the lead up to the wedding and on the day. They all supported out vision an
5/5 review
JoshuaSeptember 2025
5.0
We had our wedding here this year. The venue is beautiful, and the on site accommodation is very modern and very reasonably priced. The communal breakfast area overlooking the lake is a lovely way to debrief the next morning. The team at Capesthorne are very experienced at holding weddings and they can easily answer every question you put to them promptly- Lucy in particular is excellent! The house itself has so much character - our guests loved wandering the grounds whilst we had our photos taken and the ceremony room is beautiful. Theres so many gorgeous spots to take professional pictures. There is a caravan park on site but its not in view of the wedding at all and the gardens and hall are exclusive for the day so it didnt bother us. The atmosphere felt very relaxed with the team an
5/5 review
OliviaAugust 2024
5.0
Capesthorne was the perfect venue for our wedding. We had the lakeside marquee and it suited our every need. From viewing the venue right through to our wedding day the staff at Capesthorne were nothing but lovely to us, and it always felt like they had everything under control. There was no need for us to worry. Lucy in particular was always available for us to contact and nothing was too much trouble for her. Our event run so smoothly and it was all down to Lucy and the team. The accommodation at Capesthorne was something that set them apart from other venues and the ability to have the carriage house th
5/5 review
KatyJuly 2024
5.0
Lucy and the team at Capesthorne truly delivered an amazing day for us, but not only on the day, in the two years leading up and after they have been not only incredibly professional, but also delightful to work with. Their attention to detail, from the maintenance of the grounds, the finer details in the set up and in every aspect of how the day ran was second to none. Not only that I was so reassured by how Lucy completely understood our vision for the day, always greeting us if we visited on an open day, and generally being on hand with anything we need
5/5 review
LucyMay 2024
5.0
We’ve just celebrated our wedding at Capesthorne Hall. I’m admittedly a bit of a control freak but Lynn absolutely put me at ease from the initial viewing, to answering all my erratic questions and executing a gorgeous event on Saturday. We felt we were in the safest hands and really appreciate team taking all the stress from us on the day. I know there are always things that might not go to quite to plan, and a huge amount of work from so many people that goes into making weddings seem to seamless, but we couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day. Capesthorne w
5/5 review
HelenApril 2024
5.0
Looking for a perfect wedding venue in Cheshire then look no further. Capesthorne Hall is fabulous. A beautiful family owned, historic hall in pristine and immaculate grounds with lots of perfect photo spots all around - in the grounds, the grand staircase and outside the hall. You can get married here, or just have the reception as our daughter did. You can choose the old majestic splendour of the Hall (beautiful, roomy, access to the terrace overlooking the lawn) or the Lakeside venue just across the courtyard (modern, contemporary, extremely clean and well kept) in a nice intimate setting for a medium sized wedding party (some other place we looked at were huge). It is a glass conservatory / marquee with a beautiful twinkling ceiling overlooking the grounds. We chose to use the Hall for the drinks reception and the Lakeside for the wedding breakfast, returning to the Hall for cake cutting and tea / coffee while the Lakeside was rearranged for the evening. It was just perfect, especially for the fickle English weather. The glass windows of the Lakeside give you wonderful views over the lake and gardens. One cannot fault the attentive staff, both on the day and beforehand - everyone we met was friendly and helpful. Emails were answered quickly and they were always patient, putting your mind at ease and offering suggestions. (We mainly dealt with Lucy who was a true professional.) Our daughter’s wedding felt so important to them and not like a ‘wedding factory’ like some other venues can feel. The overnight accommodation is nearby beside the lake and is beautiful, used by all the bridal party and has a communal breakfast room for the guests. We searched for 4 to 5 months looki
5/5 review
AdelaNovember 2023
5.0
We had THE most magical wedding day at the beautiful Capesthorne Hall in Cheshire. We're so pleased we selected it as our venue after looking around half the country! Our guests are still raving about the stunning venue and grounds and the photo opportunities were great, even in October! We found Lynn and her team to be extremely professional, calm and reassuring throughout the process. She was attentive to all our needs, including letting us set up ahead of time, fly flags and lots of pre-meetings and prep. The family were also very generous with affordability and providing lovely flowers! We had a full-length wedding day including a civil ceremony and mixed cultural wedding. We were able to use all the unique spaces around the house and lakeside for dinner, dancing, children's entertainment, and fireworks! We also stayed in the cottage overnight, which was extremely convenient. We can’t thank you enough, Lynn, for accommodating all of our needs and giving us the most memorable wedding day. We would highly recommend Capesthorne to other couples, you won't be disappointed ND neither will your guests!! Thank you for everything! Adela & Azhar xx