- Family run wedding venue
- Exclusive use Georgian manor house
- 16 beautiful guest bedrooms
One Georgian house. One wedding at a time
Sparth House is a family-run Georgian wedding venue in Clayton-le-Moors, Lancashire, close to the Ribble Valley and within easy reach of Manchester. Built in 1740, the house has been part of countless celebrations over the years and was proudly named England’s Exclusive Wedding Venue of the Year at the 2025 English Wedding Awards.
Your wedding spaces are private to you throughout your day, with the house, gardens and team focused on making everything feel personal, relaxed and beautifully looked after. Whether you’re planning an intimate ceremony or a larger celebration for up to 100 day guests and 200 evening guests, Sparth House works beautifully because it was built as a home, not a function venue.
With 16 bedrooms, our Garden Apartment and the option of a fully exclusive overnight experience, you can shape the celebration around what works best for you and your guests.
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Come and see Sparth House for yourself. A private visit takes around an hour — just you, your partner and our team, at your own pace. We will walk you through the house, show you the ceremony and reception spaces, look at the bedrooms and Garden Apartment, and talk through how your wedding could work here.
Named ‘Exclusive Wedding Venue of the Year’ for England
at The English Wedding Awards 2025
Key Venue Information
Family-owned and run by the Gray family
Exclusive use Georgian manor house on the edge of Lancashire’s Ribble Valley
2 bed Garden Apartment for the night before
Up to 100 daytime and 200 evening guests
Acres of gardens ideal for wedding photographs and peaceful moments
Licensed for indoor wedding ceremonies
In-house wedding team and planners to guide your journey
16 beautiful guest bedrooms
Ample onsite parking for guests
Under 40 minutes from Manchester & Preston and less than 60 miles from Leeds & Liverpool
From start to finish, our wedding team is on hand to support you with care and attention. It’s never too much trouble - we’re here to make planning your day enjoyable and stress-free.
About Sparth House
Sparth House sits on the edge of the Ribble Valley, a few minutes from Accrington and within 40 minutes of Manchester and Preston. The setting is countryside; the practicality is that it's accessible for guests across the North West.
The building is Georgian, the team is family-run, and the day is yours. From the night before in the Garden Apartment through to breakfast the morning after, the whole house and grounds are reserved for one wedding only. There are 16 bedrooms on site for your overnight guests.
Proudly featured in “Best Wedding Venues in Lancashire” by Rachel Joyce Photography
Discover how you can create your perfect celebration with our bespoke wedding packages. Customise every detail and personalise your special day to reflect your unique love story.
Explore our comprehensive wedding brochure for inspiration, practical details, and everything you need to plan your unforgettable day at Sparth House.
See our most recent wedding celebrations over on Instagram…
“The most thoughtful and thorough team — the best in the business.”
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Night Before
Be exactly where you should be the night before your wedding in our stunning Garden Apartment. With two bedrooms and stylish interiors, it’s the ideal space to relax and prepare for your wedding day. Whether you’re sharing it with bridesmaids or simply soaking in the quiet before the big day, it sets the tone for an amazing day ahead.
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Full Exclusivity
We provide exclusive use of the venue for your wedding, meaning you and your guests can enjoy every inch of the house and gardens in complete privacy. This personal approach allows you to host your dream wedding in a peaceful, uninterrupted setting - no compromises, no shared spaces - just your perfect venue, your way.
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Bedrooms
Our 16 beautiful guest bedrooms are designed to offer comfort and style for your friends and family.
The morning after your wedding, your closest guests are still here. Breakfast together, nobody rushing off, and one last chance to enjoy the house before everyone heads home. It is one of the parts couples often tell us they are so glad they chose.
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Gorgeous Gardens
Our gardens are a highlight of Sparth House - a spectacular setting for your ceremony, drinks reception, or simply quiet moments with loved ones. With thoughtfully designed areas for photos, they provide the perfect backdrop for your wedding photographs, Instagram-worthy shots, and timeless portraits.
Next steps…
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1. Book a private visit
Start your journey by exploring our beautiful wedding venue, meeting our experienced wedding team, and discussing your vision for the perfect day in person.
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![Three women sitting close together on a sofa, laughing and enjoying each other's company in a warmly decorated living room with a fireplace and a floral arrangement overhead.]()
2. Plan your wedding with ease
We’ll be with you every step of the way, offering expert guidance, planning tools, and advice to ensure your special day runs smoothly from start to finish.
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![A bride and groom holding hands outdoors in a lush green garden on a sunny day. The bride is wearing a white lace wedding gown and holding a bouquet. The groom is dressed in a black tuxedo with a bow tie and boutonniere. They are smiling at each other with trees and sunlight in the background.]()
3. LOVE every second!
After all the planning is complete, it’s time to relax and celebrate. Enjoy every unforgettable moment of your wedding day with the people who matter most.
Why couples choose Sparth House?
Couples choose Sparth House because the day feels personal, relaxed and easy for their guests. You can get ready in the Garden Apartment, hold your ceremony and reception in one place, have your closest people stay over, and enjoy breakfast together the morning after.
Sparth House is a family-run Georgian wedding venue in Lancashire with private wedding spaces, gardens, 16 bedrooms and a team who will look after you from your first visit to the day itself.
Recognised by Couples and the Industry
Wedding industry recognition stretches back to 2018, when Sparth House was first named North West Wedding Venue of the Year at the English Wedding Awards. Most recently, the venue was named Exclusive Wedding Venue of the Year for England at the 2025 English Wedding Awards, alongside Hitched Wedding Awards wins in 2022 and 2023.
Recent Reviews of our Venue
We’re delighted to share the kind words and experiences of couples who have celebrated their special day at Sparth House. Their heartfelt feedback means the world to us, and we hope it offers you a glimpse into the warmth and care we bring to every wedding.
FAQs
Can we have both our ceremony and reception at Sparth House?
Yes. Sparth House is licensed for indoor civil ceremonies, so you can hold your ceremony, drinks reception, wedding breakfast and evening celebration all in one place. Your day flows naturally through the house, from the ceremony to dinner, dancing and the morning after.
Do you offer on-site accommodation for guests?
Yes. Sparth House has 16 guest bedrooms, including our Garden Apartment, which is perfect for the night before your wedding. The bedrooms allow your closest family and friends to stay over and enjoy breakfast together the following morning.
How many guests can Sparth House accommodate?
Sparth House can welcome up to 100 guests for your daytime wedding and up to 200 guests for your evening reception, making it a flexible Lancashire wedding venue for both intimate celebrations and larger weddings.
Where is Sparth House located?
Sparth House is a wedding venue in Lancashire, close to Accrington, Clitheroe, Ribble Valley and within easy reach of Manchester, Preston and the wider North West. It is ideal for couples looking for a characterful wedding venue with accommodation, private wedding spaces and a relaxed family-run team.
What does full exclusivity mean at Sparth House?
Full exclusivity means the house, gardens, private wedding spaces and all 16 bedrooms are reserved for your wedding party. Sparth House does not charge a separate venue hire or exclusivity fee for this. Instead, full exclusivity is linked to the bedrooms being booked for your guests.
If you do not need all 16 bedrooms, we can talk you through our non-exclusive option. Your ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening reception spaces remain private to you, but any bedrooms you are not using may be available to other overnight guests.
Do you charge a separate exclusivity fee?
No. Sparth House does not charge a separate exclusivity fee for fully exclusive weddings. For full exclusivity, all 16 bedrooms must be paid for, either by your guests or by you as the couple. If any bedrooms are not taken or paid for by guests, the wedding couple is responsible for the remaining bedroom balance.
How do we arrange a private visit?
We would love to show you around. You can book a private visit with our wedding team to walk through the house, see the ceremony and reception spaces, talk through packages and ask any questions about your date, guest numbers and plans.
Book a private visit here.
You can read our full Wedding Venue FAQs for more detail on packages, deposits, bedrooms, ceremonies, food and drink, suppliers and practical wedding planning questions here.