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Cragwood Country House hotel is a truly unique and romantic wedding venue located in the heart of the Lake District. This stunning lakeshore Victorian property offers a spectacular backdrop for weddings, with its beautiful, landscaped gardens and stunning views of Lake Windermere.

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Cragwood Country House Hotel

Our Lakeside Wedding Venue

Cragwood Country House Hotel is a truly unique and romantic wedding venue in the heart of the Lake District. Our stunning Edwardian country house provides an unforgettable setting for your special day, nestled on the shores of Lake Windermere and surrounded by 20 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and woodland. With breathtaking lake views at every turn and its own private jetty, Cragwood offers a picture-perfect backdrop for a celebration you’ll cherish forever.

Our elegant function rooms and stunning grounds offer versatile spaces for both indoor and outdoor ceremonies, while our dedicated wedding team ensures every detail is flawlessly planned, leaving you free to enjoy a truly unforgettable day.

Have a look at our immersive virtual tour and begin to envision your special day with us.

Your Vision, Beautifully Brought to Life

Stunning Outdoor Wedding Venue in the Lake District

From indulgent dining options to luxurious accommodation, Cragwood offers a beautifully tailored wedding experience designed around your vision.

Our magnificent Edwardian country house provides an enchanting setting for weddings in the heart of the Lake District, where you can celebrate your special day surrounded by your loved ones in a breathtaking lakeside setting. With award-winning gardens, access to the water’s edge, our own boathouse and private jetty, Cragwood offers a collection of idyllic backdrops for stunning wedding photographs. Whether you’re planning an intimate ceremony or a grand celebration, Cragwood Country House Hotel offers the perfect blend of elegance, charm and natural beauty for a day you’ll treasure forever.

A Lakeside Setting Like No Other

Celebrate Your Marriage on the Shores of Lake Windermere

To truly immerse yourself in the beauty of our lakeside setting, intimate weddings can choose to say “I do” at the water’s edge, surrounded by the spectacular landscape of the Lake District. For exclusive celebrations, we can arrange a private cruise on Lake Windermere, departing directly from our own private jetty. You and your wedding party can relax and take in the stunning scenery while enjoying chilled champagne served on board, creating a truly unforgettable experience.

For couples seeking a celebration immersed in nature, our unique tipi wedding package offers a beautiful way to make the most of Cragwood’s enchanting outdoor setting and the surrounding landscape.

Our thoughtfully curated exclusive-use wedding packages, named after some of the iconic Lakeland fells and waters; Fairfield package, Helvellyn package and Lake Windermere package combine exquisite dining, exceptional hospitality and the timeless beauty of the Lake District.

Smaller-Scale Celebrations

Secluded and intimate, Cragwood is the perfect venue for an elopement or ‘Just Us’ wedding.  Say “I do” in one of our elegant ceremony rooms, or, if the Lake District weather is kind, beneath our garden gazebo or on our private jetty on the shores of Lake Windermere.

Fairfield Wedding Package

Our Fairfield wedding package includes a host of special touches that will make your special day one that you and your guests will treasure forever.

Helvellyn Wedding Package

From the mouth watering food to the comfy bedrooms, we’ll ensure you and your guests feel right at home.

"Lake" Windermere Wedding Package

We want your wedding to be as unique and special as you do. Our “Lake” Windermere package is our ultimate wedding package filled with fabulous features that will add magic to your celebrations, including your very own drinks reception and canapés on a private lake cruise. 

View of Lake Windermere from Cragwood Hotel

Tipi Wedding Package

Discover the enchantment of our new tipi wedding package here at Cragwood – offering a unique addition to our country house setting. With spectacular views and a wide range of options, this package promises you your dream boho day. 

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time of year to get married in the Lake District?

The best time to get married in the Lake District ultimately depends on your personal preferences and vision for the day. Each season offers something unique. Spring brings blooming gardens, summer showcases vibrant lakeside scenery, autumn offers rich seasonal colours, and winter creates a cosy and romantic atmosphere ideal for intimate celebrations.

Booking timelines can vary depending on the season and your preferred wedding date. Many couples choose to secure their venue well in advance, particularly for popular spring and summer celebrations. Planning ahead can provide greater flexibility when selecting your ideal date, venue, and wedding arrangements.

There are many ways to create a wedding celebration that reflects your personality and love story. From choosing meaningful décor to incorporating unique entertainment, seasonal touches, or scenic ceremony locations, personal details can help make your day feel truly special to you.

Countryside wedding venues offer a peaceful atmosphere and a sense of exclusivity that can add an extra touch of magic to the celebration. Natural landscapes bring depth, character, and beauty to your wedding photography, while spacious grounds create opportunities for both indoor and outdoor weddings.

One of the nicest hotels I have stayed in the UK. The location and rooms were stunning. The food was very nice and the staff were very helpful. 

Rich

July 2025

We got married at the Cragwood on 24/05/25. This has to be one of the best locations to in the Lakes to get married! We went for the Windermere package, that includes a lake cruise which was fab! Although the weather turned on the day it really didn’t matter as Hannah, Stacey and the whole team at the Cragwood made it the best day ever! The Cragwood is a country house hotel, which has character and had such a good atmosphere on the wedding day. The the Wedding breakfast was top notch, I’ve eaten at several Michelin star restaurants and this was better than a lot of those, the canapes were delicious as well! Having the whole place for the day and night makes it such a special occasion, the rooms were great as was the breakfast the next day. Again, thank you to everyone at the Cragwood!

Peter

June 2025

Just stayed overnight at Cragwood Country House Hotel. This was a Christmas treat from our son and daughter in law. Beautiful grounds, room really comfortable, staff extremely pleasant and helpful. Afternoon tea delicious. Will definitely stay there again.

Carol

April 2025

Enquire About Weddings at Cragwood

Dreaming of your perfect wedding day with us? Fill out our quick and easy enquiry form, and let us help make your vision come to life. Our dedicated team is ready to provide all the details and personalised assistance you need. With room to welcome every guest, our large capacity wedding venues ensure no one is left out of your special day.

Alternatively, send direct email to our wedding team on [email protected] or call 015394 88177.

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