Ceremonies
The farm is licensed for civil ceremonies. We offer four uniquely different ceremony locations to complement the English weather.
In the summer months when the air is warm and the farm is lush you may prefer to be outdoors. Whether you choose to be out on the lawn surrounded by the marshes or at the waters edge, shaded by the canopy of the trees, our wild green spaces offer a peaceful setting, bursting with life.
At any time you may prefer to be indoors in our beautiful barn or stables.
THE STABLES
Our recently restored stables sit at the heart of the farm, footsteps from the parlour, our bridal suite. Two elegantly glazed stone archways great your guests as they are welcomed into this unique space. During the summer and into early autumn the stables are adorned with flowers and the glazed doors open each end to let outside in. As we move towards the cooler months the large central fire is lit and the space becomes a warm inviting refuge from the weather outside.
The stables are available as a space to host intimate wedding ceremonies or memorable drinks receptions.
Whichever ceremony space you choose the lovely team at Willow Marsh will be on hand to create your vision.
The Barn and dining
Built as the farm’s winter machinery barn we have a large open area perfect for intimate ceremonies and an evening spent dancing the night away. The barn doors to the south and west are glazed, allowing uninterrupted views of the marsh outside. A central skylight floods the inside of the barn with further natural light.
The barn can accommodate up to 130 seated guests for your wedding breakfast and a further 80 evening guests. Couples have the use of our hand made banqueting tables and wooden cross back chairs for dining.
The barn is a labyrinth of cosy corners and lounges with a timeless ambience. All of our fixtures and fittings are included in your weekend hire price.
Dining at The Willow Marsh Farm is offered by one of our five wonderful catering partners who will be able to create something delicious tailored to your requirements. Food is prepared and cooked on site in our farm kitchen adjacent to the stables. Pricing starts from £50 per head, please contact our caterers for individual quotations.
the bar
The antique bar is set within the Barn. Our lovely staff will be on hand to chill and serve drinks from behind the bar all day until last orders at 11:45pm. Celebrations at the farm conclude at midnight.
We have a second antique pop up bar that we use to serve your reception drinks in the location of your choice. Popular areas include our beautiful covered outdoor terrace or in our Stables, in front of the log burning fire. Drinks receptions take place after your ceremony and we benefit from two inside heated spaces and two wonderful outside locations to choose from.
Your host will tailor a package of drinks to suit your exacting requirements during one of your on site planning meetings here at the farm.
The Terrace
Our south facing stone terrace follows the sun around The Barn creating the perfect outdoor space for dancing, dining or sipping champagne. Our ornamental cast iron pergola at the rear allows the space to be covered for protection against the rain or sun allowing year round use of the outdoors and views of the estate. Draped in chandeliers, the ambient light means the terrace can be enjoyed into the evening.
The Farm
Set in 160 acres of rolling grassland, lakes and marshes our family farm is completely unique. Our marshes and lakes are bursting with bright green botanicals that make for incredible photography.
We are situated on the borders of Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire & Derbyshire in the heart of the rural East Midlands. Loughborough train station is only a 10 minute journey South, connecting us easily and directly to London in one hour.
