About Us
About Sparth House
Sparth House is a Georgian manor in the heart of Lancashire, offering couples exclusive use of the entire venue for a celebration that feels personal and uninterrupted. As a family run setting, our work revolves entirely around weddings and events, ensuring that every detail receives the care and consistency that comes from true specialism.
Your experience can begin the night before, with the option to stay in our two bedroom Garden Apartment, a private space that sets a relaxed tone for the day ahead. With sixteen bedrooms available in the main house, your closest guests can join you without the need for travel between venues. Our position places us less than an hour from Manchester, Leeds and Liverpool, making Sparth House convenient for family and friends arriving from across the North West.
The manor suits every season, offering elegant indoor rooms paired with beautiful gardens and outdoor areas that create meaningful settings throughout the year. We welcome up to one hundred guests during the day and as many as two hundred in the evening, giving you the freedom to shape a celebration that matches your plans.
The History
History is at the heart of Sparth House. The first record of a dwelling on this site dates back to 1455, with the main house constructed in 1740. Over nearly six centuries, the property has been home to many families, including the Cunliffe family, whose story is woven into local heritage. Robert Cunliffe, the first Member of Parliament for East Lancashire, left the house to his daughter Jennet in 1653. Jennet’s romance with John Grimshaw, a Catholic man she married despite strong opposition, is often described as the house’s own Romeo and Juliet moment. In the years that followed, Sparth House evolved through periods of renovation, including work by John Lomax in 1836, before later becoming an antiques house and eventually a hotel. Much of its character has been carefully preserved, with pieces such as the furniture in Room 22 originating from the sister ship to the Titanic, the RMS Olympic.
Today, Sparth House is owned and run by a family supported by a dedicated team who share a deep pride in the property and its place in so many wedding stories. Continued refurbishment and thoughtful improvements reflect our commitment to keeping this historic home welcoming for generations to come.
Sparth House brings together heritage, hospitality and a complete focus on weddings, creating a setting where celebrations truly feel like your own.
