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Swanley Meadows

Up to 200
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence

About Swanley Meadows

At the foot of Bosley Cloud, beside the River Dane in the heart of the Cheshire countryside, weddings at Swanley Meadows come surrounded by rural charm. It’s the chance to curate a totally unique big day, hidden away down a winding track at the bottom of founder Jenny’s family farm. Whether you’re hoping to say ‘I do’ in fairytale surroundings or host an outdoor tipi reception to outdo all the rest, Swanley Meadows has all the ingredients for a dreamy wedding day.

From the tranquil banks of the river to the wildflower meadow packed with vibrant blooms Swanley Meadows is a wedding photographer’s dream. Available from May til September, against the tree line you’ll find four interconnected tipis to accommodate 150 guests for a seated dinner and 200 for a reception. Each can be divided to create separate areas for your wedding needs, whether they be dancefloor, entertainment, or drinks-related. A large catering tent can also be provided for your chosen caterer, while an expert bar team offers various drinks packages to suit your vision.

Outdoor wedding ceremonies at Swanley Meadows benefit from the same flexibility. You might choose to exchange your vows under a majestic 200-year-old beech tree, which can be dressed up to suit, and you can have the tipis on standby, just in case the skies refuse to behave. After your vows, you can also include a tree-planting ceremony, creating a living symbol of your story that you can revisit again and again.

Swanley Meadows also offers ample field space to host lawn games, picnics and interactive entertainment. And after dark, the event can transform with the warm soft glow from fire pits dotted around while you celebrate under the stars. Plus, with glamping tents available for hire, you need not worry about post-party transport.

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Good to know

Wedding Facilities
In house wedding coordinator, Marquee permitted, On site parking, Pet Friendly
Essentials
Alcohol Licence, Disabled access, Exclusive Use, No corkage, On site Accommodation, Wedding Licence
Type of Venue
Country venue, Large capacity wedding venues , Marquees, tipis and yurts, Outdoor, Woodland and festival
Venue Style
Alternative, Budget, Casual, Cool, Rustic, Unusual

Swanley Meadows Rooms

Tipis

Tipis


Ceremony Capacity: 200
Reception Capacity: 150

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Ceremony Under the Beech Tree

Ceremony Under the Beech Tree


Ceremony Capacity: 150

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Introduction to Swanley Meadows
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Location for Swanley Meadows

Bank Lane, North Rode, Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 2PJ

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Testimonials For Swanley Meadows

Brought our dream to lifeJULY, 2024

When we envisioned our wedding, we dreamed of a magical celebration in the Cheshire countryside. Swanley Meadows brought that dream to life beyond our wildest expectations. Jen's meticulous attention to detail transformed a simple farm field into a breathtaking venue. If you're searching for a venue that turns dreams into reality, look no further!

Emma & Dan

Meet the team
Swanley Meadows

Jenny Baylis

Owner

With a background in corporate events and project management, Jenny Baylis is the owner of Swanley Meadows. The wedding venue is located on Jenny's late grandparents' dairy farm which has been in the family for 50 years, where she runs the day-to-day with the support of a dedicated family team. Jenny is your primary contact for all wedding queries at Swanley Meadows and always tries her utmost to ensure all your questions (and dreams) are answered.



FAQs

Can we bring our own drinks?

We provide a fully stocked bar with a range of drinks packages to suit your event needs. If you prefer to bring your own alcohol, we kindly ask that it be limited to reception drinks and the meal only.

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What happens in case of bad weather?

To ensure your event is enjoyable in any weather, we provide weatherproofing and durable Dandy Dura flooring. Our tipis are built to handle various weather conditions, keeping your guests warm and dry. For added flexibility, we’ve capped the maximum number of guests for a seated meal at 150. This allows ample space for the ceremony to take place inside the tipi if weather conditions require it.

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Can we visit the venue?

We’d be delighted to give you a tour of our venue! Please note that the tipis will be available from May to September starting in 2025. If you'd like to visit outside of these months, we’d still love to show you around; just be prepared to use your imagination to envision the tipis in all their splendour. Please get in touch to book a viewing.

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Is there a noise curfew?

To comply with local regulations, we ask that music concludes by midnight, and non-camping guests depart the site by 12:30 a.m. We also kindly request that all guests be mindful of our neighbours by keeping noise to a minimum when leaving the venue.

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Can we use external caterers at Swanley Meadows?

Absolutely! We welcome external caterers and encourage you to make this element of the day truly your own. Your chosen caterers can make use of our spacious catering tent and we encourage you to put us in touch to ensure work together to execute a flawless day.

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Is Swanley Meadows available for exclusive hire?

Yes! Each booking is for exclusive use.

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Does Swanley Meadows have accommodation on site?

Alongside our partners, we offer a range of luxury glamping accommodation onsite.

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Can you have a marquee at Swanley Meadows?

Our venue hire package includes the use of our 4 stunning giant hat tipis.

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Does Swanley Meadows have a dedicated wedding coordinator?

Yes, each wedding will have an on-the-day co-ordinator to ensure your big day run smoothly.

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