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Price: £1,000 – £9,000
Guests: 160
Bedrooms: 60
Deals available: 5
Limited-Time Offers & Deals (5)
- Exclusive Bridebook DealBridebook Couple DiscountComplimentary Barn Hire on remaining 2026 Saturdays.
- Late AvailabilityLast Minute Dates Available£5290 Off
- Bridebook Dealonly 7 weeks leftSeasonal Offer AvailableJust £540
- Bridebook Dealonly 7 weeks leftMidweek Offer AvailableJust £2095
- Bridebook DealComplimentary Barn Hire Charge£5345 Off
Description
Description
Hidden River is a wedding venue situated near Carlisle, in the heart of the Cumbrian countryside. Hosting up to 129 guests on-site in luxury accommodation. Surrounded by tranquil woodland and rivers, it is the perfect peaceful getaway for your dream destination celebration. With a license to host ceremonies, your day can unfold with a graceful serenity at this venue as you celebrate saying "I do" to the person you love.
Facilities and Capacity
Hidden River Cabins consists of a variety of blissful settings where couples can host their momentous occasions. Set beside the river, the Hidden River Barn has recently been designed with special celebrations in mind. The event space incorporates a mixture of both new and old features boasting seating for up to 160 guests and up to 250 evening guests. With a mezzanine level overlooking the ancient woodland and the River Lyne, this would be ideal for ceremonies or intimate gatherings. What’s more, the destination venue also boasts a range of accommodation (most with hot tubs) that can sleep up to 129 people, where newlyweds and their guests can stay as they celebrate. The perfect destination wedding venue for an extended celebration over 2 or 3 days. The venue also offers an onsite sauna and cold plunge as well as a restaurant open 7 days a week where you can host a night before party ahead of the big day.
Services Offered
When booking your wedding with Hidden River, you will work with the experienced events team to create a wonderfully personalised day. Available to assist you in any way you need, the staff would be happy to recommend various suppliers. Whether you're in need of a talented photographer, a creative event stylist, or anything in between, they've got you covered. The venue even has its own in-house restaurant and catering team to prepare delicious, mouthwatering dishes for milestone celebrations. Their team of skilled mixologists can also be there behind the well-stocked copper-top bar for all your cocktail needs.
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: Gillian, Laura, Robyn
Hidden River Cabins is a beautiful venue and coupled with our experienced team we will make your wedding an event that everyone will remember.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2010
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
10
Overview of Hidden River Barn
Wedding Venue Type
Barn / Farm
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
160
Reception Capacity
250
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
60
Sleeps No. of People
129
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Wedding license
Sound system available
Dancefloor available
Confetti permitted
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Wedding Venue Details
Open Flame Permitted
Water view
Landscaped gardens
Exclusive use
Marquee permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
Pet friendly
Disabled access
Grade I/II Listed Building
On-site parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-house wedding coordinator
Wedding Catering
In-House Wine List
In-house catering
Alcohol license
Vegan catering
Bar
Mediterranean
Western / European
Cultural Specialists
Other
Jewish Wedding Specialist
Muslim Wedding Specialist
Asian Wedding Specialist
Pricing for Hidden River Barn
Pricing for Hidden River Barn
What's Included?
Exclusive use
Couple accommodation included
Day before set up available
Furniture included
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Our prices vary depending on the season and the day of the week.
Accommodation for up to 128 guests is available at an additional cost. Please get in touch with us for full details and tailored pricing.
Hide detailsReviews (44)
- MMelissa & Josh18/05/2026A venue like no other 🤍A venue like no other 🤍Myself and my now husband had the absolute pleasure of getting married at this most amazing venue in April 2026, and seriously I could not recommend this place and the incredible team enough. When we first went to go and view the venue, we could just feel how special of a place it was. Driving through past the cabins up to the barn is just breathtaking. We were looking for somewhere where ourselves and our guests could come for a real getaway feel, and we knew that this was the place just from the drive in! Knowing that we could hire the venue for the full weekend to create the perfect getaway experience was such a bonus too. Anyone questioning whether it is worth it- don’t. It’s a million percent worth it!!! We were so lucky that we met Robyn in our initial meeting and to have her on our big day and across the weekend. When we first looked at venues, hidden river was the very first place we visited, and we naively thought all the staff would be just as good. Unfortunately (for the other venues!) this was not the case anywhere else, Robyn being so attentive, Thoughtful, kind and relaxed really just blew any other venue out of the running. And as a bride, I knew there was no possibility of being stressed or feeling overwhelmed when having Robyn on the team. We did also have some unfortunate events on the build up and around our wedding, but the team could really not have been anymore kind or understanding, which again just put us hugely at ease. Thank you thank you THANK YOU!!! The barn itself is just the most incredible venue, photos almost don’t do it justice!! We really did have the most incredible day; the team were so attentive and accommodating. A special shoutout to the bar manager Bethany for looking after us and ensuring we had the most incredible time during the whole weekend! A true credit to the team. From the food, to the cottages, cabins, and venue and of course the staff, there wasn’t a single thing we can fault. We would love to do it all over again, and it most importantly is down to the amazing caring staff. Not going through a chain makes it feel so much more personal and like you’re not being rushed out. Make your day exactly how you want it! Thank you all again x The Watsons Myself and my now husband had the absolute pleasure of getting married at this most amazing venue in April 2026, and seriously I could not recommend this place and the incredible team enough. When we first went to go and view the venue, we could just feel how special of a place it was. Driving through past the cabins up to the barn is just breathtaking. We were looking for somewhere where ourselves and our guests could come for a real getaway feel, and we knew that this was the place just from the drive in! Knowing that we could hire the venue for the full weekend to create the perfect getaway experience was such a bonus too. Anyone questioning whether it is worth it- don’t. It’s a million percent worth it!!! We were so lucky that we met Robyn in our initial meeting and to have her on our big day and across the weekend. When we first looked at venues, hidden river was the very first place we visited, and we naively thought all the staff would be just as good. Unfortunately (for the other venues!) this was not the case anywhere else, Robyn being so attentive, Thoughtful, kind and relaxed really just blew any other venue out of the running. And as a bride, I knew there was no possibility of being stressed or feeling overwhelmed when having Robyn on the team. We did also have some unfortunate events on the build up and around our wedding, but the team could really not have been anymore kind or understanding, which again just put us hugely at ease. Thank you thank you THANK YOU!!! The barn itself is just the most incredible venue, photos almost don’t do it justice!! We really did have the most incredible day; the team were so attentive and accommodating. A special shoutout to the bar manager Bethany for looking after us and ensuring we had the most incredible time during the whole weekend! A true credit to the team. From the food, to the cottages, cabins, and venue and of course the staff, there wasn’t a single thing we can fault. We would love to do it all over again, and it most importantly is down to the amazing caring staff. Not going through a chain makes it feel so much more personal and like you’re not being rushed out. Make your day exactly how you want it! Thank you all again x The Watsons
- AAbi and Zac06/02/2026Best weekend of our lives!Best weekend of our lives!Hidden River was absolutely incredible from start to finish, the staff are so supportive and helped ran the day so smoothly, the food is outstanding and the views breath taking. I’m so happy we chose Hidden River, truly was the best weekend of our lives Hidden River was absolutely incredible from start to finish, the staff are so supportive and helped ran the day so smoothly, the food is outstanding and the views breath taking. I’m so happy we chose Hidden River, truly was the best weekend of our lives
- GGraham & Christine Dohren04/01/2026Daughters WeddingDaughters WeddingHidden River Cabins was a truly memorable venue for our daughters wedding on 29/12/2025. The accommodation is absolutely stunning especially the hot tubs , the staff ( especially our coordinator Laura and MC Simon) bend over backwards to help you in every way possible. The barn is stunning , the food is top quality , the whole place gives off a special vibe. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping to make our daughters wedding day the stunning , memorable occasion it was. Hidden River Cabins was a truly memorable venue for our daughters wedding on 29/12/2025. The accommodation is absolutely stunning especially the hot tubs , the staff ( especially our coordinator Laura and MC Simon) bend over backwards to help you in every way possible. The barn is stunning , the food is top quality , the whole place gives off a special vibe. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping to make our daughters wedding day the stunning , memorable occasion it was.
- JJessica10/12/2025Amazing VenueAmazing VenueAmazing Venue, who helped make our wedding day everything we dreamed of! We booked a viewing at Hidden River Barn to see about getting married there and it was the first and only venue we went to! We fell in love with it as soon as we seen it, stunning barn, gorgeous surroundings, all the accommodation was perfect and we loved that we could offer all of our guests to stay on the site. From booking the venue to right up until the wedding day.Amazing Venue, who helped make our wedding day everything we dreamed of! We booked a viewing at Hidden River Barn to see about getting married there and it was the first and only venue we went to! We fell in love with it as soon as we seen it, stunning barn, gorgeous surroundings, all the accommodation was perfect and we loved that we could offer all of our guests to stay on the site. From booking the venue to right up until the wedding day.
- JJessica10/12/2025Incredible!Incredible!A true Eden The moment we drove onto the Hidden River site we became obsessed. It is truly the most magical place. After visiting the barn we knew we just couldn’t get married anywhere else! Robyn, our co-ordinator, was so welcoming and so invested in making our day amazing. We felt so special! All of the staff really share your excitement and you can tell they have a real passion for what they do. The few days we spent at hidden river for our wedding were just the most incredible days. A true Eden The moment we drove onto the Hidden River site we became obsessed. It is truly the most magical place. After visiting the barn we knew we just couldn’t get married anywhere else! Robyn, our co-ordinator, was so welcoming and so invested in making our day amazing. We felt so special! All of the staff really share your excitement and you can tell they have a real passion for what they do. The few days we spent at hidden river for our wedding were just the most incredible days.
- SSteph and Tom10/12/2025Special VenueSpecial VenueHidden River Barn is truly the most special venue! We were lucky enough to get married here in June 2024 and had the most amazing weekend with all our favourite people. To have all our guests stay on site and able to celebrate both the evening before and the day after made our weekend everything we could have hoped for and more. All of our guests commented on how beautiful a venue it was. The food all weekend was unreal.Hidden River Barn is truly the most special venue! We were lucky enough to get married here in June 2024 and had the most amazing weekend with all our favourite people. To have all our guests stay on site and able to celebrate both the evening before and the day after made our weekend everything we could have hoped for and more. All of our guests commented on how beautiful a venue it was. The food all weekend was unreal.
- SSamantha10/12/2025Magical Wedding VenueMagical Wedding VenueBeyond personally perfect 🤍🍁 The most magical wedding venue imaginable – Hidden River Barn Where do we even begin? From the very first moment we booked our wedding at Hidden River Barn last January, everything has been absolutely faultless. The entire team has been exceptional, their communication, professionalism, and genuine warmth have made the whole journey effortless and exciting. Nothing has ever been too much trouble, and every detail has been handled with such care and love. Beyond personally perfect 🤍🍁 The most magical wedding venue imaginable – Hidden River Barn Where do we even begin? From the very first moment we booked our wedding at Hidden River Barn last January, everything has been absolutely faultless. The entire team has been exceptional, their communication, professionalism, and genuine warmth have made the whole journey effortless and exciting. Nothing has ever been too much trouble, and every detail has been handled with such care and love.
- KKelly10/12/2025Venue of our Dreams!Venue of our Dreams!Venue of our dreams!! The whole Hidden River Barn team were incredible. Our wedding day was absolutely magical and we could not have asked for a more perfect wedding. Our wedding coordinator Robyn was impeccable, kept everyone and everything to time and made the whole day work seamlessly. The staff were lovely, helpful and a joy to have around us on the day. From us booking the venue through to the day, Robyn and the team have always been on hand to answer any questions or queries. Venue of our dreams!! The whole Hidden River Barn team were incredible. Our wedding day was absolutely magical and we could not have asked for a more perfect wedding. Our wedding coordinator Robyn was impeccable, kept everyone and everything to time and made the whole day work seamlessly. The staff were lovely, helpful and a joy to have around us on the day. From us booking the venue through to the day, Robyn and the team have always been on hand to answer any questions or queries.
- NNicole10/12/2025Best Day of our Lives!Best Day of our Lives!Mr & Mrs Shuttleworth 23.08.25 Best day of our lives. The venue was incredible, all the accommodation was just a dream and to have everybody on site for a whole weekend made it that extra bit special. The food was to die for and all the guest complimented on how good the food was. The team on the day were excellent and the service standards were top-notch. The venue was really flexible when it came to how we could use it what supplies we used and cater to my own vision as the bride. Mr & Mrs Shuttleworth 23.08.25 Best day of our lives. The venue was incredible, all the accommodation was just a dream and to have everybody on site for a whole weekend made it that extra bit special. The food was to die for and all the guest complimented on how good the food was. The team on the day were excellent and the service standards were top-notch. The venue was really flexible when it came to how we could use it what supplies we used and cater to my own vision as the bride.
- AAhmad & Olivia09/12/2025Unforgettable Venue, Unforgettable Day Unforgettable Venue, Unforgettable DayWe got married here and it was genuinely the most perfect setting for our day. The venue is so naturally beautiful that it truly speaks for itself, every corner is like a picture. Being able to create and set up all of our décor myself made it feel even more personal, and the space showcased everything perfectly. The team were amazing from start to finish, organised, attentive and always there to help. The whole day ran smoothly because of them, and we felt completely supported the entire time. Our guests couldn’t stop complimenting the venue, and when we look back at our photos and video, it just reminds us how magical it really was. Choosing the Hidden River Barn was one of the best decisions we made. We’d wholeheartedly recommend this venue to any couple looking for a stunning, memorable place to get married. It was truly perfect.We got married here and it was genuinely the most perfect setting for our day. The venue is so naturally beautiful that it truly speaks for itself, every corner is like a picture. Being able to create and set up all of our décor myself made it feel even more personal, and the space showcased everything perfectly. The team were amazing from start to finish, organised, attentive and always there to help. The whole day ran smoothly because of them, and we felt completely supported the entire time. Our guests couldn’t stop complimenting the venue, and when we look back at our photos and video, it just reminds us how magical it really was. Choosing the Hidden River Barn was one of the best decisions we made. We’d wholeheartedly recommend this venue to any couple looking for a stunning, memorable place to get married. It was truly perfect.
Location & Contact Details for Hidden River Barn
Location & Contact Details for Hidden River Barn
Travel Notes
Follow our postcode CA6 5TU and look for the sign "Hidden River Cabins" or download What3Words - ///grazed.resorting.washed
Nearest Town
Longtown
Nearest Motorway & Junction
M6
Nearest Train Station
Carlisle
Nearest Airport
Carlisle
FAQs
Find out a bit more from our FAQs
Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?
Every wedding here has been fantastic! A couple of highlights from previous weddings would be beer donkeys, an aerial fire performer suspended from a tree, serving cocktails out of the back of a couples boat, we LOVE weddings that are really personal to each couple.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Our wedding coordinators are here for you 7 days a week so if you have any question big or small please ask, we are here to help every step of the way and love to be involved in the whole planning process of your wedding celebrations.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
1000 Hanging Paper Cranes all folded by the Groom followed closely by a personalised cowboy hats made on the day for each guest
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
Rustic, Modern, Scenic, Private, Luxurious
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
All of the grounds are a stunning backdrop for photos but if we must pick one it has to be the mezzanine ceremony window with the woodland backdrop, it is so scenic all year round in all different seasons and forecasts.
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?
Yes lots - Fred Again was best man for a wedding in May 2026!
What’s your favourite canapé?
Goats curd cracker with beetroot, hazelnut & honey or the slow cooked beef, Yorkshire pudding, horseradish
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
We're obsessed with the Woodfired pizzas served right from behind the bar for all your guests to see
What is your venue's most unique feature?
Being able to host 129 guests on site in our beautifully furnished accommodation which offers couples chance to have an extended celebration with their nearest and dearest, whether hosting a night before party in the restaurant or a full country themed hoedown the next day in the barn.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
Our hardworking and dedicated team as you can see from reviews from our previous couples and guests
Press & Awards
All our awards & press mentions
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