Ceremony & Reception Spaces
Our ceremony and reception room comfortably seats up to 120 day guests (we welcome additional evening guests), offering a flexible layout that can be configured to reflect your preferred style
- Traditional round table layouts
- Banquet or long-table dining
- Mixed formats for a modern aesthetic
- Straight, curved or sweetheart top table options
The room transitions effortlessly between ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening reception. Our events team manages the entire transformation for you, ensuring a smooth and seamless flow without interruption to your day
In the evening, tables are moved around the sides of the room to create space for entertainment and dancing, allowing your celebration to continue into the night with a comfortable and spacious dance floor area.
Décor, Styling & Centrepieces
We provide a range of included décor options depending on your chosen package, such as:
- Elegant centrepieces (candles, candelabras or styled displays)
- Table linen and napkins
- Limewash Chiavari chairs
- Easels for your table plan and welcome sign
- Props included within specific packages
Our team works closely with you to ensure your chosen décor complements your theme, colours and overall wedding vision.
Couples are also welcome to supply additional styling items. We will handle set-up with care and precision.
Marquee or Tipi Options
For couples wishing to extend their celebration outdoors, we offer the option to add a marquee or tipi on the lawn for an additional fee.
This provides a beautiful outdoor entertaining space ideal for canapes and drinks receptions, relaxed dining, entertainment, or evening chill-out lounges.
Wedding Tasting Experience
Wedding tastings are included in many of our packages and offer a wonderful opportunity to preview your menu selections.
Tastings take place on Saturday lunchtimes at 12:00pm
Complimentary for the Bride and Groom
Additional guests are welcome for a small fee (details in our Packages & Prices)
This experience helps you finalise your menu with confidence and ensures your wedding breakfast reflects your tastes perfectly.
Pre-Wedding Access, Set-Up & Storage
To help your wedding morning feel organised and stress-free subject to availability, couples may access the room the day prior to their wedding to decorate.
If the room is unavailable, our team will follow your instructions and set everything up exactly as planned on the day.
We are happy to store décor items, accessories and your wedding cake safely the day before your wedding.
Our team will ensure every detail is arranged beautifully for your arrival.
Pet-Friendly Ceremonies
Pets are welcome to join your ceremony and be part of your special day.
We simply ask that a designated responsible adult accompanies and cares and picks up for them throughout the event.
Wedding Package Inclusions
Every package includes exclusive hire of The Locks Venue, your Wedding Coordinator, an on-the-day Coordinator, table linen, napkins, centrepieces (varying by package), easels for your table plan and welcome sign, cake table and knife, gift table and more.
Packages also include food and drink options, a Honeymoon Suite, and access to our scenic canal-side grounds. (Download packages and prices.)
How many guests can the venue accommodate?
Our ceremony and reception space can seat up to 120 day guests comfortably, with flexible layouts including round tables, long banquet tables, or mixed-format seating.
Do you offer exclusive-use weddings?
Yes. All wedding packages include exclusive use of The Locks Venue, giving you complete privacy for your celebration. This includes ceremony areas, reception spaces and outdoor grounds.
Are you licensed for civil ceremonies?
We currently offer celebrant-led ceremonies, and our full civil ceremony licence is expected to be active by February 2026.
Nearby churches are also available for religious ceremonies.
- St John’s Church, Ellel — Chapel Lane, Ellel, LA2 0PW
- Christ Church Carnforth — in Carnforth
- Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Carnforth — Carnforth Catholic parish church
- St Mary’s Church, Yealand Conyers — Yealand Conyers (Catholic parish linked with Carnforth & Bolton-le-Sands)
- St Paul’s Church, Caton‑with‑Littledale — serving the surrounding rural area near Lancaster.
What accommodation do you offer?
Pyes Mill Hotel has 24 bedrooms, including:
- Luxury rooms
- Family rooms
- Standard double/twin rooms
- Pet-friendly rooms
- Rooms with optional z-beds
All wedding packages include the Luxury Honeymoon Suite for the couple and breakfast the following morning as newlyweds.
How does the room change over throughout the day?
Our team manages all transitions:
Ceremony → Wedding Breakfast
Wedding Breakfast → Evening Reception
Tables are later moved to the sides to create a dance floor and entertainment space, ensuring your evening flows smoothly. Outdoor spaces are also available along with the hotel bar.
Can we bring our own catering or alcohol?
No. External catering and corkage are not permitted.
If you have specific requests, please speak with our Wedding Manager.
Recommended Suppliers
To ensure the smooth running of your wedding day, all external suppliers must be approved and permitted by The Locks Venue prior to your event.
This helps us guarantee high standards, compliance with venue policies, and a seamless experience for every couple.
We are pleased to work with a trusted selection of recommended local suppliers who know our venue well and consistently deliver exceptional service. While you are welcome to propose your own suppliers (subject to approval), the professionals listed below come highly recommended.
Our Trusted & Approved Suppliers
Floristry
The Wedding House by Ps Petals
Instagram: @theweddinghousebypspetals
Stationery
Let Love Sparkle Design
Instagram: @letlovesparkledesign
Makeup Artist
Sophie Gaskell Makeup Artist
Instagram: @sophiegaskellmakeup
Photography
Look Sharpe Photography
Instagram: @looksharpephotography
Bridal Boutiques
The Bridal Collection Lancaster
Instagram: @thebridalcollectionlancaster
Lovestory Bridal
Instagram: @lovestorybridal
Venue Dressing & Props
Gemini Occasions
Instagram: @geminioccasions
Violinist
The Yorkshire Violinist
Instagram: @yorkshireviolinist
Childcare Providers (Ofsted Registered)
Kim’s Crèche
Instagram: @kimscreche
Nanny Tap
Instagram: @nannytap
Wedding Cars
Destiny Wedding Cars
Instagram: @destinyweddingcars
How do we secure our wedding date?
To secure your date:
Confirm availability.
Receive your personalised quote.
Pay a £1,000 deposit, sign your contract and secure minimum bedroom bookings – 5 rooms minumum
Payments are available via monthly direct debit.
50% of the wedding balance is due 6 months before the wedding.
Final balance due 8 weeks before.
Any additions (guests/extras) are payable 2 weeks before the day.
A refundable damage deposit is also required 2 weeks prior.
Can we add additional evening guests?
Yes. Additional evening guests can be added for an extra per-person fee depending on your chosen package.
Full pricing is shown in the Packages & Prices download.
Do packages include children’s pricing?
Yes. Children under 12 have a reduced rate on selected packages.
Please refer to the packages and prices download.
Can we extend our wedding into a two-day celebration?
Yes, a Two-Day Wedding Celebration Hire option is available for an additional fee (Food & Beverage costs not included and priced separately).
Is parking available?
Yes. Free on-site and on the road parking is available for guests attending your wedding.
How late can our evening reception continue?
Last orders are at 12:30am, allowing your celebration to run smoothly into the night.
