Briery Wood Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Ecclerigg, United Kingdom, hosting 70 at dinner and 120 standing.

Briery Wood Hotel

EccleriggEngland, United Kingdom

Briery Wood Hotel sits in private grounds at Ecclerigg in the Lake District, with 23 bedrooms, gardens and parking on site.

Guests
70 at dinner120 standing
Rooms
23 rooms
Cost
£3,240 to £3,760as a package
Ceremony
Legal ceremony on site
Season
All year
Getting there
MME

About the venue

Briery Wood Hotel sits in private grounds at Ecclerigg in the Lake District, with 23 bedrooms, gardens and parking on site.

Licensed for legal ceremonies, the hotel hosts outdoor ceremonies with an indoor option if the weather turns, and its meeting and banquet space seats 70 for dining or holds up to 120 standing, with room to dance and a bar on site.

Wedding packages are priced from £3,240 to £3,760 and include the reception space, catering and drinks, with a separate venue fee of £1,250; ceremony space and bedrooms are charged separately.

Sarah, the on-site Wedding Coordinator, works with couples year-round, and full buyout is available though never required.

  • 23 bedrooms across eight room types, from single rooms to family rooms sleeping four
  • Seats 70 for a seated dinner or holds 120 standing in the meeting and banquet space
  • Outdoor ceremonies and receptions with an indoor backup, plus legal ceremonies licensed on site
  • Packages from £3,240 to £3,760 covering reception space, in-house catering and drinks

Short answers

How much does a wedding at Briery Wood Hotel cost?
The venue quotes £3,240 to £3,760 as a package.
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How many guests does Briery Wood Hotel hold?
Briery Wood Hotel holds 70 at dinner and 120 standing.
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Can guests stay at Briery Wood Hotel?
Yes. 23 rooms.
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When is the best time for a wedding at Briery Wood Hotel?
The venue hosts weddings All year.
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How do guests get to Briery Wood Hotel?
Fly into MME.
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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
70 guests
Standing reception
120 guests
Smallest party taken
2 guests

Staying over

Rooms
23 rooms
Room types
8 listed
Whole property to yourselves
Yes
Whole property must be taken with the wedding
No

House rules

Weddings held
All year
Exclusive use required
No
Pets
Yes
Children
Yes

The wedding season

  1. January: good
  2. February: good
  3. March: good
  4. April: best
  5. May: best
  6. June: best
  7. July: best
  8. August: best
  9. September: best
  10. October: good
  11. November: good
  12. December: good
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Nearest airport
MME
Parking
Yes

Questions about the venue

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How many guests can Briery Wood Hotel accommodate?
The meeting and banquet space seats 70 guests for dining and holds up to 120 standing. The minimum booking size is 2.
What do the wedding packages include, and what costs extra?
Packages run from £3,240 to £3,760 and include the reception space, catering and drinks. The ceremony space and guest rooms are not included, and there is a venue fee of £1,250.
Can we hold the ceremony outdoors?
Yes. Outdoor ceremonies are available and the hotel is licensed for legal ceremonies on site, with an indoor backup option if needed.
Is exclusive use required?
No. A full buyout is available if you want it, but neither exclusive use nor a buyout is required.
Who do we contact and when can we marry here?
Sarah, the on-site Wedding Coordinator, can be reached at weddings@brierywood.co.uk or +44 15394 33316. The venue is open all twelve months, with April through September the peak season.

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Sources and booking notes

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  • Seated dinner: 70 guests

    “We accommodate from two guests up to 70 day guests and 120 evening guests, perfect for both intimate or larger celebrations.”
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  • Standing reception: 120 guests

    “We accommodate from two guests up to 70 day guests and 120 evening guests, perfect for both intimate or larger celebrations.”
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  • Smallest party taken: 2 guests

    “We accommodate from two guests up to 70 day guests and 120 evening guests, perfect for both intimate or larger celebrations.”
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  • Rooms: 23 rooms

    “Yes, Briery Wood has 23 bedrooms so your guests can relax and stay overnight, making the most of your wedding celebrations.”
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  • Room types: 8 listed

    “Standard Room”
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  • Whole property to yourselves: Yes

    “Our larger wedding packages include exclusive use of the hotel, a delicious wedding breakfast, a drinks reception, and evening snacks, with a range of customisable options to make your celebration uniquely yours.”
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  • Whole property must be taken with the wedding: No

    “Although this package doesn't offer exclusive use of the hotel as our larger weddings do, that doesn't prevent us from making the happy couple feel they are the most important people in the world whilst staying with us.”
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  • Legal ceremony on site: Yes

    “Can you get married just the two of you in the UK? Yes, it is perfectly legal to get married with just the two of you in the UK, making it an excellent option for couples seeking a private, stress-free ceremony.”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “Yes, Briery Wood offers a charming garden gazebo set within beautifully landscaped gardens and tranquil woodland, creating the perfect setting for a woodland-inspired outdoor wedding ceremony in the Lake District.”
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  • Indoor option if it rains: Yes

    “For added peace of mind, elegant indoor ceremony options are also available should the weather be unpredictable.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Three-course wedding breakfast – choose from chef’s Lake District inspired menu”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “Our Bar is open until 23.30.”
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  • Price: £3,240 to £3,760 as a package

    “| I Do BBQ Package* | £3,240 | £3,440 | £3,560 |”
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  • Venue fee: £1,250

    “All of our large wedding packages include exclusive use of our beautiful country house and grounds. Please note that ceremony and exclusivity fees are additional to the All In package pricing above.”
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  • Included: Reception space, catering and drinks

    “Our larger wedding packages include exclusive use of the hotel, a delicious wedding breakfast, a drinks reception, and evening snacks, with a range of customisable options to make your celebration uniquely yours.”
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  • Not included: Ceremony space and rooms

    “All of our large wedding packages include exclusive use of our beautiful country house and grounds. Please note that ceremony and exclusivity fees are additional to the All In package pricing above.”
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  • Weddings held: All year

    “Our Just Us elopement wedding package is available to book Sunday – Thursday throughout the year, subject to hotel availability.”
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  • Exclusive use required: No

    “Although this package doesn't offer exclusive use of the hotel as our larger weddings do, that doesn't prevent us from making the happy couple feel they are the most important people in the world whilst staying with us.”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “Planning a Lake District getaway and don’t want to leave your dog behind? At Briery Wood Country House Hotel, we know dogs are part of the family – which is why we happily welcome well-behaved dogs.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “While our ‘Just Us’ wedding package is designed for intimate celebrations for two, for couples who would like to share their day with a select group of loved ones, we can host up to 10 guests in total (including the wedding couple and any children).”
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  • Nearest airport: MME

    “MME”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “Parking: yes, we have parking on-site”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Our immersive 360° virtual tour gives you a front-row seat from home – step inside and take a look at ceremony spaces, indoor reception rooms and the stunning outside setting and start to envision your perfect day with us.”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “During a wedding showaround, you’ll explore the beautifully landscaped grounds and elegant interior spaces, from the ceremony room to the outdoor terrace and reception area.”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “- Dance floor”
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  • Swimming pool: No

    “No. It is a traditional country house. You'll need to go to a nearby hotel like Low Wood Bay for spa facilities.”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “Framed by mature trees and peaceful, landscaped gardens, the hotel feels naturally tucked away from the world, creating a calm and private backdrop for your day.”
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  • Private grounds: Yes

    “Set in a private seven-acre estate, just moments from the shores of Lake Windermere, Briery Wood Country House Hotel offers an intimate and beautifully secluded setting for a woodland-inspired wedding in the Lake District.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “Our Wedding Coordinators are on hand to help guide you through the world of weddings.”
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£3,240 to £3,760as a package

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