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Venue Updates – 30.09.25
Introducing your brand new pre-wedding retreat
Your wedding morning should be a calm, relaxing experience without loads of rushing around. That’s why many couples prefer to arrive at their wedding venue in plenty of time and get ready on site with their nearest and dearest.
At Combermere Abbey, our dedicated preparation space, Keeper’s Cottage, has always been extremely popular with our couples. The light-filled dressing room has plenty of space for the wedding party as well as hair and make up stations and full-length mirrors.
However, we want to ensure that both you and your partner have a comfortable and relaxing place to get ready for your big day. That’s why, in 2026, we’re creating a second preparation space right here on site, so both parties have their own space before the ceremony begins.
Introducing The Bothy
Opening in early 2026, The Bothy is a brand-new preparation space created to make your wedding morning as enjoyable as the celebrations that follow. Just steps away from the Glasshouse, it’s a retreat designed with comfort, practicality, and fun in mind.
Inside, you’ll find thoughtful touches to make getting ready stress-free including mirrors, hooks, and plenty of storage. There will also be a Chesterfield-style sofa, a vinyl lounge with turntable and records, and even a dart board for light-hearted moments with friends. A private shower and WC add convenience, while outside, there is also opportunity for capturing candid memories before the ceremony.
Take a look at our mood board below to see the inspiration for The Bothy and get a sense of what the space will look like when it’s complete.
A historical retreat
The Bothy, like the rest of Combermere Abbey, is steeped in history. In the past, it served as a resting place for the estate’s gardeners where they would pause, share lunch, and recharge. Now, it begins a new chapter as part of your wedding story, and although the faces within may have changed, The Bothy’s spirit of relax, retreat, and laughter with friends remains.
Follow the progress
September update
This month, work on The Bothy got underway and we’ve already made lots of progress! The painting is coming along nicely, already transforming the space into something that feels a lot calmer. Plus, our new friends have arrived on site and are getting settled in their new home! .
Find out more
To find out more about The Bothy, get in touch with our team. If you’d like to see Combermere Abbey for yourself, why not book a visit? We’d love to show you around the venue and help you start picturing your day here.