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Lion and Swan

Congleton, Cheshire5.0 · 15 reviewsWebsite

The Lion & Swan – Where Your Forever BeginsA timeless setting for unforgettable moments. Tucked away in the heart of Congleton, The Lion & Swan is a lovingly restored 16th-century coaching inn — blending historic charm with contemporary elegance to offer the ultimate all-in-one wedding destination.With elegant spaces,

Venue type
Pub or restaurant
Capacity
20–150 guests
Ceremony licence
Licensed for ceremonies

About Lion and Swan

The Lion & Swan – Where Your Forever BeginsA timeless setting for unforgettable moments. Tucked away in the heart of Congleton, The Lion & Swan is a lovingly restored 16th-century coaching inn — blending historic charm with contemporary elegance to offer the ultimate all-in-one wedding destination.With elegant spaces, an award-winning restaurant, a boutique hotel, and a lively reception bar — every part of your celebration flows effortlessly under one beautiful roof. 💒 The Perfect Setting, From Day to Night Say “I do” in an intimate ceremony space, toast your future with fine wine and a five-star dining experience in our AA Rosette-awarded Pecks Restaurant, then dance the night away in Radleys & Co. — our stylish, spacious bar, ideal for larger evening receptions and live entertainment.And when the celebrations wind down, retreat to one of our 21 individually designed boutique bedrooms, just steps away. 💍 Why Couples Fall in Love with The Lion & Swan: Romantic, character-filled spaces with a modern twist Pecks Restaurant – award-winning dining in an elegant setting Radleys & Co. – large bar area perfect for evening receptions, DJs, and dancing 21 luxury bedrooms for you and your guests Dedicated wedding team to support you from first visit to final toast No hire charge for selected spaces Whether you’re planning an intimate celebration or a grand affair, The Lion & Swan offers everything you need to make your big day truly yours — effortlessly stylish, warm, and full of character. One Destination. Three Unforgettable Moments. Ceremony, celebration, and stay — all under one roof. Your love story deserves a setting as special as the day itself. Come and see The Lion & Swan for yourself at one of our upcoming Wedding Open Days! ✨ SEPTEMBER 12TH — 12pm–3pm ✨ SEPTEMBER 22ND — 5:30pm–8:30pm ✨ OCTOBER 27TH — 5:30pm–8:30pm ✨ NOVEMBER 14TH — 11am–3pm ✨ NOVEMBER 24TH — 6pm–8pm Come and explore our beautiful venue, picture your own day here, chat with our wedding team and start bringing your wedding dreams to life. 🥂💐 Whether you’re newly engaged and just starting your search, or you’ve already got the date in mind — we’d love to meet you. 📅 Save the dates. 💍 Bring your wedding vision. 🥂 Let’s start planning your perfect day. The Lion & Swan — where your wedding story begins. 🤍 Start your forever at The Lion & Swan.

Facilities, accommodation and access

  • Wedding coordinator
  • Accessible facilities
  • DJ facilities
  • Live band facilities
  • Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
  • Changing room for wedding guests
  • Exclusive use
  • Evening reception facilities
  • Beautician
  • Alcohol licence
  • In-house catering
  • Car parking
  • Seated meal facilities
  • Dance floor
  • Buffet meal facilities
  • Overnight accommodation for guests

Key details

Address
Swan Bank, Congleton, Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 1AH
Guest capacity
20 to 150 guests
Ceremonies
Civil ceremony licence
Website
http://www.lionandswan.co.uk
Find us
https://maps.google.com/?q=53.1634,-2.21636

The venue in photographs

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Finding us

Lion and Swan, Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 1AH, England

Reviews

5.0 average from 15 reviews

Imported

We recently held our wedding at the Lion & Swan Hotel in Congleton and we couldn’t have been happier with our choice. The Wedding Team led by Liam were professional from the start to finish, taking care of every detail and ensuring the whole day ran smoothy. Their attention to detail meant we could…

Susan · 2026-06-28

Imported

Everything was truly perfect from start to finish. The day was nothing short of amazing—filled with so much love, laughter, and pure joy. Every detail felt thoughtful, seamless, and beautifully executed, allowing us (and our guests) to be fully present and soak in every moment. A special mention…

Kat · 2025-12-23

Imported

We had the most amazing evening wedding reception at The Lion and Swan. From start to finish, the experience was flawless. All of our questions leading up to the big day were answered quickly and clearly—Liam was incredible, making sure every detail was spot-on. The atmosphere on the night was…

Emily · 2025-12-11

Imported

We recently had our wedding ceremony and reception at the Lion and Swan. Liam the wedding co-ordinator just made the whole affair effortless from start to finish. The personal attention he gave to us throughout was absolutely brilliant. The venue itself was just perfect, from a beautiful relaxed…

Fiona · 2025-12-08

Imported

No about of words could articulate how could our experience at the Lion and Swan has been from start to finish. The whole team are professional, conscientious, and all go that extra mile. Liam was beyond outstanding, a solid reliable person reachable at anytime thought the whole process nothing…

Tracey · 2025-11-05

Imported

We had our wedding at The Lion and Swan and honestly, everything was absolutely spot on. From the moment we booked, the team made us feel completely at ease, and on the day itself, everything ran like clockwork. Liam was amazing – so attentive, organised, and genuinely lovely to work with. He made…

Augwedding2025 · 2025-10-06

Imported

Liam and the team could not do enough for us! From the start Liam has been responsive and organised, taking any stress away from us. Liam went above and beyond to make our day extra special from ensuring the best 6 piece band was chosen for our evening, to providing bubbles and breakfast for me and…

Lydia · 2025-09-04

Imported

We had the most joyous and fun wedding day at The Lion and Swan, and we can’t recommend it highly enough. The venue itself is fantastic with a bright and modern ceremony room, a charming restaurant, and cool cellar bar, creating the perfect flow to the day. The service was brilliant from start to…

Owen · 2025-08-30

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