Planning your event
All the support you need
At Wilde Lodge and Glasbury River Cottage, we believe in calm, uncomplicated celebrations that give you time to actually enjoy the people around you. With over nine years of experience hosting every size and style of stay, we’ve built the resources to take the pressure out of planning — so you can focus on the good bit.
Planning Hub
A personalised online space for your event — keeping guests informed and you stress‑free. Share timings, travel details, what to bring, and RSVPs, plus links for bell tent bookings, local stays, taxis, directions, and dress code. Everything they need, all in one place
Wedding Planning Guide & Workflow
We attract couples who want more time enjoying themselves and less time worrying — and we’ve built our planning process around exactly that.
- A tailored, step-by-step guide that works backwards from your wedding date, delivering the right information at the right time so you never feel overwhelmed.
- A check-in video call with our events team 12 weeks before your day.
- Full coordination available as an add-on, if you’d like extra support. The choice is always yours.
Choosing your suppliers
We give every couple a curated list of exceptional local suppliers — people we know, have worked with, and trust — so you can tailor every detail to your own style, taste and budget.
Every supplier on our list has been personally vetted: we’ve checked credentials, PAT testing, insurance and food hygiene licences, so you don’t have to. They know our venues, and they know how to make celebrations here work.
Take a look at our suppliers —or call us and we can help with recommendations
Additional Staff
The Wilde Bar Team is yours for your wedding day — managing drinks, keeping the site clean and tidy throughout, and making sure everything is ready for the morning after.
- Your caterers will provide waitstaff for the meal.
- On the days either side of your wedding, you’re self-catered, with the option to add bar staff, waitstaff or event staff if needed.
- For larger guest numbers on site, the Wilde Bar Team is required to ensure safety and licensing obligations are met.
Every staffing arrangement is tailored to your booking — get in touch to talk through your plans and get a quote.
Additional Accommodation
At Wilde Lodge there are two options for additional guests: on-site bell tents and glamping, or local accommodation nearby.
- Bell tents and camping — we set up a unique booking code for your event so guests can book and pay directly online.
- Local accommodation — a curated list of nearby B&Bs and holiday cottages is added to your planning hub, so your guests aren’t left searching from scratch.
At Glasbury, local accommodation options are added to your hub in the same way — the village pub, Foyles, is within walking distance, and there are good options within easy reach.
Planning your event
Are Crockery and table linen Included?
All crockery, cutlery & table dressing should be arranged through your caterer.
Can we bring our own alcohol?
We serve all drinks from our bar on your wedding day, corkage can be arranged if you would like.
When are last orders and does the bar take cash & card?
Last orders are at 1am, our bar accepts both cash and card.
Do You Have Disabled Access for day time guests?
Though in the main house the bathrooms & bedrooms are upstairs, our site is accessible for events.
Can you recommend local accommodation for guests who can't stay with us on-site?
We have a great list of local accommodation options nearby for your friends and family to choose from.
Can we use suppliers that are not on your recommended list?
We recommend our trusted suppliers, as they know the venue and consistently provide excellent service. Having said this, you’re welcome to book suppliers not on our list.
For catering, if you’re considering a caterer that isn’t on our list, please speak with us first so we can contact them for important details before you book with them.
Are Fireworks, Firepits and Confetti Allowed?
We have a beautiful large fire pit that we encourage guests to use. Confetti should be natural/biodegradable please, the mice prefer it.
Because of the ponies & wild life nearby, we don’t allow fireworks.