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The Lion at Malpas is a hotel destination wedding venue in Malpas, United Kingdom, hosting 50 at dinner.

The Lion at Malpas

MalpasEngland, United Kingdom

The Lion at Malpas is a historic hotel in the Cheshire village of Malpas, set up for smaller weddings with seated capacity for 50 guests for both the ceremony and the dining reception.

About the venue

The Lion at Malpas is a historic hotel in the Cheshire village of Malpas, set up for smaller weddings with seated capacity for 50 guests for both the ceremony and the dining reception.

With 16 bedrooms on site, from Classic Doubles and Twins through to a King Suite and a Three-Bedroom House sleeping up to eight, your closest guests can stay where they celebrate.

Catering is handled in house, there is a bar on site and a meeting and banquet space for the reception, plus on-site parking.

Louise, the event organiser, can talk through dates, the wedding brochure and the practical details by phone or email.

  • Seats 50 guests for both the ceremony and the seated dining reception
  • 16 bedrooms, including a King Suite and a Three-Bedroom House for up to 8 guests
  • Historic building with indoor reception space and an on-site bar
  • In-house catering, so food and drink are handled by the venue team

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
50 guests
Ceremony, seated
50 guests

Staying over

Rooms
16 rooms
Room types
13 listed

House rules

Pets
Yes
Children
Yes

Getting there

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Parking
Yes
Step-free access
Yes

Questions about the venue

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How many guests can The Lion at Malpas seat?
The venue seats 50 guests for a ceremony and 50 for a seated dining reception.
Can our guests stay overnight at the venue?
Yes. There are 16 rooms, ranging from Classic and Executive Doubles and Twins to Deluxe rooms, a King Suite sleeping up to four, a Deluxe Quadruple Room and a Three-Bedroom House for up to eight guests.
Do you provide catering and a bar?
Yes, catering is provided in house and there is a bar on site.
Are children and pets welcome?
Yes, both children and pets are allowed at the hotel.
Who do we contact about booking a wedding?
Louise, the event organiser, can be reached on +44 1948 807070 or at events@thelionatmalpas.co.uk. A wedding brochure is also available on the venue's website.

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Sources and booking notes

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Sources for individual venue facts

  • Seated dinner: 50 guests

    “The Brereton Suite, seating up to 50 guests for a wedding breakfast, offers not only high beamed ceilings with stunning natural light but also its own private bar, entrance and outdoor space.”
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  • Ceremony, seated: 50 guests

    “The Brereton Suite has a maximumcapacity for a reception or ceremony of 50 guests, seated on spacious round tables.”
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  • Rooms: 16 rooms

    “The Brereton Suite is a unique and beautiful room, sitting alongside 16 boutique bedrooms and our traditional Country Inn.”
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  • Room types: 13 listed

    “King Suite”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “In addition to working with our own chefs and wine specialists to make your day special, we are happy to recommend some excellent partners for wedding cakes, floral and table decorations, spa and beauty treatments, entertainment and much more.”
    Read the source for in-house catering

  • Bar on site: Yes

    “Fully self-contained with its own entrance, The Brereton Suite is complete with its own private bar and rest room facilities.”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “Well behaved dogs are permitted in several rooms.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “A small number of additional beds are available for children under the age of 12 at a cost of £20 (including breakfast).”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “There are also 30 complimentary parking spaces for your guests.”
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  • Step-free access: Yes

    “We have a limited number of rooms and facilities at ground floor level for easy access.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “The Brereton Suite is a beautiful light and airy room, with large chandeliers complimenting the natural light in the room, perfect for wedding ceremonies and receptions.”
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  • Historic building: Yes

    “The Lion dates back to 16th Century and has always provided food and drink to locals and visitors.”
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