Donington Park Farmhouse

Wedding Venue in Derbyshire

The feel

There is a distinct sense of place at Donington Park Farmhouse. Set between Castle Donington and the historic village of Melbourne, the venue enjoys far-reaching countryside views while remaining close to Derby, Leicester and Nottingham.

The 18th-century Threshing Barn retains its original beams, bare brick walls and rustic charm, offering a striking backdrop for the day’s celebrations. Its age and character are apparent from the moment you walk in. Across the venue, original features and thoughtfully restored spaces help create an atmosphere that feels relaxed, timeless and unique.

Guests will find plenty of beautiful spots for photographs – from the red brick Dutch Barns to open fields just across the lane.

There are two licensed ceremony spaces on site, each offering something different. The Threshing barn offers a dramatic space where soaring beams and historic features draw your eye upwards. The scale and warmth of this barn create an unforgettable setting for your vows. Whilst the Hitching Room is a light-filled and intimate, this smaller room is ideal for those planning a more personal ceremony.

For the wedding breakfast, guests dine in the restored Pig Sties – a series of characterful red-brick rooms complete with antique features. Whether you’re planning a relaxed gathering or an energetic party, the venue offers the space and flexibility to suit your every need.

The Threshing Barn transforms in the evening into a lively party space, with high timber beams above and a well-stocked bar below. The bar offers flexible drinks packages, with options for cocktails, corkage, and even real ale barrels.

There are 20 individually styled bedrooms available onsite, each one designed to feel comfortable and personal. Five of these are included with the venue at no extra cost on the wedding night.

Features

Accommodation

Alcohol License

Buffet Meal Facilities

Car Parking

Church Nearby

Civil Licence

DJ Facilities

Entertainment License

Evening Reception Facilities

Exclusive Use

Live Band Facilities

Onsite Catering

Small

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300 capacity

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Louise

12 Jan 2020

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Fabulous place with easy access from M1 or East Midlands airport and ample parking. Very friendly and helpful staff, good hearty breakfast, pleasant rooms some with renovated bathrooms but place…

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Wanny

22 Dec 2019

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We recently attended a wedding here and stayed in the hotel overnight. We had an amazing time from start to finish and as wedding and hotel guests we did not…

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Georgina Prophet

16 Aug 2018

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Well what can we say! From our first look around, the meetings and planning to our wedding was such a pleasure…. We had the most incredible wedding day, made even…

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Hannah W

9 Aug 2017

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We recently attended a wedding here and stayed in the hotel overnight. We had an amazing time from start to finish and as wedding and hotel guests we did not…

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Lee and Jayne Featherstone

30 Jul 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Well me and my wife got married here 17 years ago and have never been back until my daughters wedding. Wow the place is still amazing the staff are the…

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FAQs

Does your venue offer accommodation?

Donington Park Farmhouse has 20 beautiful bedrooms at a special rate for wedding guests. There is also a huge camping ground that your guests can book online.

Do you offer set packages?

Because every wedding is unique, we don't. You choose the items from our menus to suit your needs and budget. If you'd like some help pricing up the day, please just give us a call.

Who is the local registrar for ceremonies?

North West Leicestershire Registration Service. Telephone: 0116 305 65 65 Opening hours: 08:45 - 16:15 Monday to Friday

What time does the barn close?

On wedding days, the Threshing Barn bar serves drinks until 12am. Music and dancing can continue until 12.30am.

Location

Donington Park Farmhouse
Melbourne Road
Isley Walton
Castle Donington
DE74 2RN

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