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The Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port

Chester, Cheshire5.0 · 39 reviewsWebsite

Nestled beside the tranquil waters of the picturesque Shropshire Union Canal, on the Cheshire–Wirral border, Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port offers a truly charming setting for your special day. Set on its own private island , this hidden gem combines peaceful waterfront beauty with excellent accessibility, just eight miles from the historic city of Chester and within a 30-minute drive of Liverpool and

Venue type
Unusual weddings
Capacity
4–250 guests (250 seated)
Ceremony licence
Celebration only

About The Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port

Nestled beside the tranquil waters of the picturesque Shropshire Union Canal, on the Cheshire–Wirral border, Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port offers a truly charming setting for your special day. Set on its own private island , this hidden gem combines peaceful waterfront beauty with excellent accessibility, just eight miles from the historic city of Chester and within a 30-minute drive of Liverpool and Manchester. From the moment you arrive, you and your guests will be enchanted by the calm, romantic atmosphere — a wonderful escape from the everyday and the perfect place to begin your happily ever after. Facilities and Capacity Whether you’re dreaming of an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port offers elegant spaces to bring your vision to life. The Manfred Suite is ideal for smaller, more personal ceremonies and receptions, while the impressive Mercer Suite can host up to 200 guests , perfect for a joyful celebration surrounded by all your loved ones. For couples seeking a truly magical moment, you can even exchange your vows against the beautiful waterfront backdrop , creating unforgettable memories and breathtaking wedding photographs you’ll treasure forever. The hotel’s unique island location creates a relaxed and romantic ambience, allowing you and your guests to soak up every moment of your day. With scenic surroundings at every turn, your wedding photos will be filled with natural beauty and timeless elegance. Accommodation For guests travelling from further afield — or for couples wishing to continue the celebrations — discounted wedding accommodation rates are available across the hotel’s 83 comfortable bedrooms , making it easy for everyone to enjoy the day without worry. Services Offered At Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port, no two weddings are the same. A variety of thoughtfully designed wedding packages are available to suit all budgets and styles, with the option to create a bespoke package tailored to your unique love story. Our experienced and passionate wedding team will be with you every step of the way, ensuring your day is seamless, stress-free, and truly unforgettable. Here, we don’t just host weddings — we help create memories that last a lifetime.

Facilities, accommodation and access

  • Wedding coordinator
  • Accessible facilities
  • DJ facilities
  • Swimming pool
  • Live band facilities
  • Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
  • Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
  • Evening reception facilities
  • Alcohol licence
  • In-house catering
  • Fitness centre
  • Car parking

The venue in photographs

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Finding us

The Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port, Chester, Cheshire, CH65 2AL, England

Reviews

5.0 average from 39 reviews

Imported

Our wedding on April 7th, 2023, was an absolute dream come true, and we couldn’t have chosen a more perfect venue. From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by how stunning the setting was, but what truly made the day exceptional was the incredible staff. Every single person went above and…

Sophie · 2025-02-01

Imported

Fantastic service from start to end. Sta

Daniella · 2025-05-28

Imported

The Holiday Inn is absolutely amazing, nothing was too much trouble for them. Kept myself and my husband calm, going through everything with us, not letting us stress if things ran over. Just an overall brilliant day. Nadiya the wedding coordinator is fantasti

Nikita · 2025-03-01

Imported

Wow what can we say about our wedding party. We celebrated our wedding on Saturday and from start to finish the whole Ellesmere Port Holiday Inn experience was perfect. The location is absolutely stunning and made the perfect backdrop for our photographs. The whole team were so friendly and…

Don E. · 2023-10-06

Imported

The whole team were amazing from start to finish. Nadiya supported us through all of the planning to make this as easy and enjoyable as possible. On

Sandra · 2025-01-31

Imported

Our wedding. Where do I start? It was the best day ever and more than I could have asked for, all of the staff on the day were exceptional, cannot fault them or the service

Hannah · 2025-01-31

Imported

Our wedding planner was incredibly helpful in the lead-up to the wedding, and we successfully incorporated our wishes into the planning process with the venue. The location was lovely, and the food was well-received by our guests. However, there was one issue on the day itself due to a new…

Helen · 2025-01-31

Imported

The Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port was the perfect wedding venue for us. The first time we walked in we felt instantly relaxed. Nadiya and the whole team at The Holiday Inn are so friendly and professional. We couldn’t have asked for more. My whole weddi

Samantha · 2025-01-31

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