Exclusive use industrial elegance
in the heart of Derbyshire
This magnificent Grade 1 Listed Building offers a relaxed and individual setting for your special day. Split over four floors, the building offers unique and separate spaces for your civil ceremony, wedding breakfast and reception areas for drinks and dancing for up to 160 guests. The West Mill’s outside space includes a delightful south facing courtyard and garden, as well as a walkway running alongside the River Derwent providing an idyllic setting for your wedding reception and photographs.
Four floors of exclusive use, industrial-style space. With a dedicated floor for each part of your day, there is no waiting around for a room to be rearranged. Have your ceremony on the top floor, reception on the ground floor spilling into the courtyard, wedding breakfast on the second floor and party all night on the first floor!
Our History
Having laid derelict for many years, the building was lovingly restored back to life in 2015 to be an exclusive use wedding venue in Derbyshire. During the renovation we were sure to retain all the charm of the industrial architecture of the 1800’s, making The West Mill the perfect backdrop for your wedding day. Think bare bricks walls, barrel vaulted ceilings and Georgian windows drenching your wedding day in sunlight.
The West Mill is a truly unique wedding venue set in a Grade I Listed, former cotton spinning mill. Dating back to the early 1800’s, the building played an important part in the history of the industrial revolution.
Having laid empty and derelict for many years the building was lovingly restored back to life and opened in 2015. The renovation has retained the industrial architecture of the 1800’s, creating a striking backdrop for your wedding day. Barrel vaulted ceilings, exposed brick walls, cast iron columns and beams create the ultimate wow factor.
Occupying a superb setting on the banks of the River Derwent and the historic weir, The West Mill is set in the heart of Darley Abbey, Derbyshire and is ready to host your dream day.
Four Floors of Exclusive Use Space
The West Mill is proud to be an ‘Exclusive Use’ Venue.
This means that The West Mill is yours for the day from 11.00am on your wedding day right the way through to midnight.
You and your guests will have exclusive use of our venue and grounds and we guarantee that the only people wandering around will be your nearest and dearest.
No Corkage Charge
The West Mill is a no corkage charge wedding venue meaning you have the choice to bring your own daytime drinks free of charge.
Whether it’s Pimms for your drinks reception, wine for your wedding breakfast or fizz for your toast. Our no corkage policy allows you to supply your daytime drinks, allowing a more personal touch to your wedding day.
In the evening, after your wedding breakfast, our dedicated evening bar is opened for you on the first floor and our no corkage period ends. Any left over supplied drinks will be stored safely stored and can be collected the following day.
In-house Catering
Our in-house catering team of experienced chefs, passionate catering managers & friendly bookings team will look after you from the moment you book with The West Mill Venue.
With menus starting from £43.00pp you’ll be able to design your perfect menu from our wide range of dishes. Traditional, relaxed, sharing style or vegan, The West Mill Kitchen work with you to create a menu to wow your guests and make an unforgettable Wedding breakfast.
On-site Accommodation
We offer two gorgeous options for the night before and the night of your wedding, both sharing the same Soho inspired aesthetic as The West Mill itself.
The Mill House offers 8 en-suite double bedrooms including a luxury newly-weds suite, a living room and kitchen as well as a catered buffet breakfast the morning after your wedding.
The Mill Cottage is our self catered alternative, offering 4 double bedrooms plus one twin and outside space for pre-wedding drinks.
Both options are just a stone’s throw from the venue.