Kilhey Court Hotel

Your Dream Wedding Awaits at Kilhey Court Hotel and Spa

- A fairytale beginning to married life

Back in the Victorian era, this beautiful house was built as a wedding gift from a husband to his new bride and the fairy tale continues today.

Four-star Kilhey Court Hotel & Spa has hosted countless wedding ceremonies and receptions over the years, and the history embedded within offers the best of both worlds for intimate and luxurious wedding celebrations.

The specialist wedding and events team can take care of all elements of the big day from venue hire, catering and personal touches, making sure to support a couple every step of the way. Whatever makes the day special whether it is a four-course dinner or a family style BBQ, a glittering dance floor or a four-legged furry friend as a ring bearer, the team are on hand to help. The dedicated wedding team boast industry awards and are passionate about providing the best possible celebration and an unforgettable beginning to married life for each happy couple.

The lavish Victorian home is perfect for an indoor or outdoor wedding, which includes special views overlooking the Worthington Lakes.

Located just 30 minutes by car from Manchester City Centre or Liverpool, and just 10 minutes from Wigan train station, it is a convenient North West venue for guests to travel to.

Hosting up to 300 guests in its event suites or outdoors, Kilhey Court Hotel & Spa is an ideal venue to accommodate all. The hotel presents a fairytale wedding experience, with a highly experienced team overseeing the journey all the way to the big day.

The Lakeside and Tennyson Suites offer stunning views of the gardens and lakes beyond and can cater for all styles of celebrations. Some of the current package options at Kilhey Court Hotel & Spa are titled Carolean, Worthington, Arley and Luxury Intimate. All of these include a red carpet welcome, ceremony room hire, crisp table linen and chair covers with a variety of sash colours to match the event scheme, cake stand and knife as well as a range of food and drink packages.

Kilhey Court Hotel & Spa can also provide a picturesque base for a selfcatering or evening reception only celebrations and further details of all packages can be found via the brochure online. Bespoke packages including exclusive use options are also available, all customisable to suit all seasons, budgets and timelines.

For example one of the more unique wedding offerings at Kilhey Court Hotel & Spa is the Vintage Afternoon Tea wedding package. This includes a chilled glass of Pimm’s or prosecco to toast the occasion and a traditional afternoon tea served in tiered silver cake stands with vintage crockery including mismatched tea cups and saucers.

Whether it’s a traditional meal, afternoon tea or more relaxed buffet, quality is assured from canapes to wedding breakfast and late night dining. The Head Chef sources the finest seasonal ingredients and best produce available, and where possible incorporates local and organic elements. Couples can also book full menu and wine tastings ahead of the wedding day.

It’s essential all the family can enjoy the special day and that includes the little ones. Kilhey Court Hotel & Spa caters for this with a children’s offering of not just food and drink, but an activity pack of colouring and puzzle sheets suitable for those up to 12 years of age.

While Kilhey Court Hotel & Spa has provided the stunning and picturesque backdrop for many traditional wedding ceremonies and receptions indoors, modern-day couples are exploring open-air concepts, and this venue is perfectly placed for this alfresco style.

Wedding and events specialist Wendy O’Farrell has helped couples plan their perfect day for seven years in Kilhey Court Hotel & Spa observing various styles, themes and trends. The latest, increasingly popular, requests have been around more relaxed running orders with later ceremonies and informal wedding breakfasts as well as a surge in interest for hosting outdoors.

She said: “The wedding sector is getting back on track and currently thriving. For several months, couples had no choice but to host some parts of the special day outside due to the restrictions, but this trend is continuing post pandemic. With over

a decade of experience working in the weddings and events industry, I have seen many trends come and go, but I think the outdoor wedding trend is one that is here to stay for some time.

“It’s always fantastic to see all our newlyweds and their friends and family happy on their wedding day which really does make this industry a joy to work in.”

With 11 acres of landscaped grounds, breathtaking gardens and fine facilities, the gardens at Kilhey Court Hotel & Spa can now be used for more than just a photo opportunity with the introduction of a new pergola providing the perfect setting for an outdoor ceremony. Additionally the pathways leading to the gardens have also been upgraded with further investment ongoing to the Lakeside and Tennyson suites alongside the spa.

At Kilhey Court Hotel & Spa, the wedding celebrations don’t need to be restricted to just one day as the talented Head Chef and hotel team can cater pre-wedding day dinner options within a private dining room setting. Whether it’s a traditional sit down meal or informal buffet, it’s the perfect opportunity to cherish time with friends and family who may have travelled from afar, and also settle some of those nerves ahead of the big day.

Another option to help settle prewedding jitters and de-stress or ease into married life post-wedding would be with a soothing ELEMIS spa treatment at Kilhey Court Spa. As one of the leading spas in Wigan, it offers everything from rejuvenating facials to indulgent deep tissue massages, and spa guests also have access to the pool and relaxation room.

Couples can also take advantage of a 20% discount on pre-booked spa treatments the day before or day after the wedding dependent on their package. Additionally the spa facilities make Kilhey Court Hotel & Spa an excellent location to host a luxurious stag or hen party celebration.

One of the top perks of a hotel wedding is that once the party is over, guests don’t need to travel far to rest their dancing feet once the bar license concludes at midnight. Steeped in history, Kilhey Court Hotel & Spa offers comfortable room and suite accommodation in idyllic, rural surroundings.

All standard, deluxe and suite options include high end rooms boasting views overlooking the gardens and the expansive suites feature living areas with plush carpets. Accessible bedrooms are located on the ground floor with handrails in the bathrooms and reachable alarm facilities linked to reception.

Depending on the package arranged, wedding guests can enjoy preferential overnight stay rates.

For the chance to see the stunning gardens and room setups firsthand, Kilhey Court Hotel & Spa regularly hosts wedding showcase events. These events bring together suppliers to stage possible themes and services, as well as provide a great opportunity for couples to see the venue dressed.

Suppliers present at the showcase often include florists, clothing boutiques and entertainment providers. Couples holding their wedding at Kilhey Court Hotel & Spa are also entitled to additional offers from local wedding suppliers. Advance booking is recommended, and details of all upcoming events can be found on the Kilhey Court Hotel & Spa website and social pages.

Additionally, newly engaged couples and their wedding parties can book private visits for a tour with one of the dedicated wedding coordinators.

Mr & Mrs McKnight recently hosted their special day with Kilhey Court Hotel & Spa.

They said: “We had the best time and have received lots of lovely comments about our venue choice, the food and all the finishing touches.”

Another happy couple, Mr & Mrs Smith added: “We had our fairytale wedding at Kilhey Court Hotel & Spa. Wendy was our wedding coordinator, who was wonderful from day one, going above and beyond. It was an incredibly well organised and beautiful day, thank you so much for making it so special.”