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Description

High ceilings with a canopy of fairy lights, lengthy windows, bare brick walls and open space provide the backdrop, while small touches such as lighting, wooden flooring, plush seating and furniture set the scene. There is plenty of room for personal expression and flair. Our dedicated Events Co-ordinator and the team at the Canalhouse can tailor everything to your every need, approaching all stages of the planning process with flexibility and creativity. Whether you’re looking for a stage to perform on, a private bar and party venue for a loved one, or a spacious central spot for collaborations, conferences or conventions – we can take care of it for you.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Amy
Hi I'm Amy the Events Manager at Canalhouse! I have been with the venue for 10 yrs and worked my way up from bar staff to supervisor to Events coordinator and fully qualified Events Manager I adore my job and meeting all my wedding couples and making their dream wedding reception come true in the running of their wedding to the planning and even the decorating! Come and meet me for a room viewing and i can show you what makes us so special and unique! Let me make your dream wedding come true.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2000
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes

Overview of Canalhouse

Wedding Venue Type
Pub / Restaurant
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
100
Reception Capacity
180

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance
Dancefloor Available
Sound System Available

Wedding Venue Details

Exclusive Use
In-House Wedding Coordinator
Disabled Access
Grade I/II Listed Building
Water View

Wedding Catering

In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-House Wine List
Vegan Catering
Bar

Cultural Specialists

Other

Pricing for Canalhouse

Wedding Venue Hire Only
£350 - £750
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In-house Catering (price per head)
£10 - £30
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Packages (total price)
£0 - £2,500
Number of guests included: 50
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Reviews for Canalhouse
(36)

Emma
Happy couple married in October
November 2024
Beautiful venue and amazing staff!
We booked the Canalhouse for our wedding reception and found it to be the perfect budget-friendly option. We had a lot of setbacks with our wedding as lockdown hit just as we were supposed to get married, so we didn't want to spend lots on our reception since we'd already had the actual ceremony 4 years earlier! The venue is so pretty without any decorations anyway, but Amy kindly put out some decorations for free for us on the night. We also saved money on a DJ by plugging our laptop into their sound system and it worked brilliantly, even better than a DJ as it meant we had a personalised playlist! Food went down really well with our guests and at the end of the night, my dad had a medical emergency and Andrew drove us to the hospital, he was amazing and looked after us when we got to A&E as well. I only found out later that the staff kept the bar open a little longer for those of my friends and family who missed last orders due to the emergency, so thank you so much everyone for that as well!
Tammy & Pete
Happy couple married in September
October 2024
Renewal of vows and lots of tears!!
Oh my goodness - where do I start. A huge thank you to Amy and the team for making our evening so special. It was an emotional event for us and our family and friends and we were so well looked after. The food (I'm told by our gannet friends) was amazing and the bar was very well stocked with fabulous friendly service. We LOVE our German beers and the night before we noticed some Oktoberfest beers - we requested a few for the bar the next night which was happily accommodated. Quite simply - thank you for everything :-)
Tom & Aki
Happy couple married in September
September 2024
Fantastic Wedding Celebration
As we couldn't invite all our friends to our registry day, we decided to have a celebration at the Canalhouse on our first anniversary. The events manager Amy was a delight to work with, she helped with every aspect of the planning and kept everything rolling during the event itself. The function room was an ideal size and laid out/decorated exactly as per our request. The venue is easy for guests to get to, with train station, bus station, and multiple large car parks nearby (you can't park at the venue itself without a permit). We had a private bar, with lovely bar staff, private toilets (always helpful!) and an exceptional buffet - the guests all commented how great the food was and Amy made sure to cater for some (very) specific dietary reqs! A bouncer was on the door to make sure only guests were allowed into the function room. We hooked up our own laptops to the entertainment system, which was easy to use and meant we could have a curated music playlist. The next time we have any event, wedding related or not, the Canalhouse will be at the top of our list! A huge thanks to Amy and the staff for giving us a perfect night!
Cat and Clive Buvk
Happy couple married in August
August 2024
Perfect venue
Amy and her team were amazing, nothing is too much trouble for Amy, do supportive and a beautiful person, we had the best day ever, we had a soley vegan reception, the food was outstanding, everyone enjoyed it
Kyle
Wedding: July
July 2024
Amazing venue and very accommodating
We provided our DJ, Sax & Bongo package for a wedding at the venue on Saturday the 13th of July 2024. The artists who performed at the venue were made to feel very welcome and the staff were extremely friendly, thank you so much for taking care of them and we look forward to working at the venue again soon.
Debs & Gary
Happy couple married in June
June 2024
Debs & Gary finally did it!
OMG what a night, had an absolute blast! The room, music, and food perfect! Everyone who attended had a great time, and without exception commented on what a fantastic host Amy was. We can’t thank you enough Amy, right from the start you took all the worry out of our “big day” celebrations. Nothing was too much trouble, and on the day it was beyond my expectations and totally beautiful. Thanks again for the dj recommendation, great set and a new friend! I know that a lot of the guests are already planning to book their next event here, it was so good. Thanks to all the team, you absolutely made our day really special 😘
Cat & Al
Happy couple married in May
June 2024
A Day to remember for ever
The weather stayed dry and we were able to have the day that had been planned out to my new wife’s meticulous plans. The ceremony was over in a flash and before we knew we were hitched and ready to party. Getting married at the council house meant we were central to everywhere and had an abundance of venues to chose from for the wedding reception and after visiting a few which left us both a little underwhelmed, we stumbled upon the canal house. Amy, the hostess with every possible option and combination you could ever need, was brilliant, and made organising the day so simple. And those plans came together perfectly. The venue proved perfect for pre party photos and there was even space for our ice cream van which we’d hired to be able to give our guests something to cool down before hitting the bar. Once the photos were complete we were welcomed by the staff into OUR room. It was exactly as we’d imagined it and Amy had made it a reality. It was stunning. The drinks and food were perfect and all guests were very impressed with how good the food was (and we had some really awkward guests so it must have been good) Once the food was eaten and the drinks were flowing it was time to dance. And boy did we do that. And the Canal house staff made sure that we didn’t want for anything and kept the drinks flowing. Safe to say we all had a brilliant time. If you don’t have a venue already I would definitely encourage you to speak to Amy and get yourself booked into the Canal house now
Emma & Sam
Happy couple married in March
April 2024
Thank you for helping us!
Wanted to say thank you for helping us create our reception celebration. Kiera sorted us all out and was a massive help this morning and in the evening last night. Thank you so much again Emma & Sam
Kathryn Edwards
Wedding: October
February 2024
Wonderful venue for a low key Nottingham wedding
Heather and Jack chose The Canalhouse as their wedding venue and it suited their vibe perfectly. The buffet dinner, Ceilidh band and DIY elements of the day were fab. I enjoyed photographing them and everyone had a great time. Would love to go back to photograph more fun weddings at the Canalhouse. Kathryn Edwards Photography x
Anna & James
Happy couple married in October
January 2024
Fun city wedding with live music, friendly staff & incredible Mexican food!
We want to say a HUGE THANK YOU the incredible team at The Canal House. Everyone was sooooo kind & friendly throughout the whole wedding planning and prep experience which has made it feel easy and fun. Amy - your excellent & professional event management skills really shine through. We have both been blown away by how helpful and knowledgeable you are and you've replied to our every question (there's been quite a few haha!) So thank you so much for all your hard work, you really have gone above and beyond! All our guests were raving about the Mexican Buffet and food - so big compliments to the talented chef and the rest of the kitchen team. We'll certainly be back soon to eat some yummy pub grub again soon.

Location & Contact Details for Canalhouse

Wedding Venue Address

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

Within walking distance of Nottingham council registry office and a short car journey from West Bridgford registry office. We have plenty of NCP car parks around us as well as taxis and bus stops right outside the venue!

Nearest Town

Nottingham

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M1 Junction 25

Nearest Train Station

Nottingham Station is 3 minute walk away

Nearest Airport

East Midlands with the Skylink bus straight to the venue.

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Canalhouse weddings open day

23rd February 2025
Meet our events manager who can show you the room and put together a quote based on your requirements They will also be 15 of our most trusted suppliers to chat to! From 12noon till 4pm
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Canalhouse?

Adults drinking Prosecco on arrival and nibbling on tasty canapes and children playing with balloons on the dancefloor. Speeches made by father of the bride making the the whole wedding laugh, cry and cheer. Filled bellies full of a yummy three course meal. Magicians and Caricaturists entertaining the room as we move the room around for the evening reception. Wedding couple dancing the night away to their favorite tunes with family and friends. Munching Pizza late at night. Families and friends playing poker and roulette seeing who can win the most. Taking funny pictures in photobooths with props and silly outfits. Dancing and singing with the DJ till midnight. Guest leaving together, seeing the wedding couple off on their new journey together.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

If you are having a sit down meal, make sure you make name cards with what they have ordered on the back so guests remember what they have ordered.

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

Pictures of close ones around cakes of people who couldn't be there for the special day and tables named of special places to the couple instead of standard table numbers.

Describe Canalhouse in 5 adjectives

Rustic, Quirky, Cosy, Industrial & Bespoke

Where’s the best photo spot at Canalhouse?

On the bridge that is inside the venue where the canal runs into the pub!

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Canalhouse?

NA

What’s your favourite canapé?

Mini steak and ale pies!

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

A bag of sweets

What is Canalhouse most unique feature?

We have a Bridge in the venue where the canal runs into the pub!

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Attention to detail & a large selection of craft beer and ales.
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