# Knockerdown Holiday Cottages, Derbyshire, Peak District

Fantastic venue for 100 guests for civil ceremonies and wedding celebrations, on the edge of the Peak District

## At a Glance

- Sleeps 2 - 93
- 42 bedrooms
- Dining for 100
- Venue capacity 100

## Images

- Total images stored: 47
- 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2024-12-04-12-02-14.jpg (caption: Enjoy exclusive use of your very own DIY weekend wedding village)
- 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2025-01-29-15-27-11.jpg (caption: Knockerdown weekend wedding venue with Carsington Water and the Peak District on your doorstep)
- 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2024-12-04-11-46-03.jpg (caption: Wedding Tables - Choose your preferred setup)
- 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2025-08-27-14-31-44.jpg (caption: You have the freedom to decorate as you wish!)
- 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2025-08-27-14-31-23.jpg (caption: Enjoy an outdoor wedding ceremony)
- 6. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/13220928_553782504795154_5884095425768319788_n.jpg (caption: Romantic Courtyard Stroll - Perfect For Wedding Photography; alt: Romantic Courtyard Stroll - Perfect For Wedding Photography)
- 7. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2025-01-29-15-30-30.jpg (caption: Long or Round Tables - Choose Your Own Table Setup!)
- 8. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2024-12-04-11-46-42.jpg (caption: Enjoy the freedom to choose your own suppliers)
- 9. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2025-08-27-14-30-45.jpg (caption: Social lounge with games room)
- 10. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Image 4_1.jpg (caption: Show Off Your Wedding Cars In The Courtyard; alt: Show Off Your Wedding Cars In The Courtyard)
- 11. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/13151692_553782491461822_2314801935971712193_n.jpg (caption: Classic Cars In The Courtyard; alt: Classic Cars In The Courtyard)
- 12. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2024-12-04-11-47-07.jpg (caption: Make use of our large multi-purpose indoor events space)
- 13. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Avenue of trees with bride & groom_0.jpg (caption: Take a moment and walk through the Avenue of Trees; alt: Take a moment and walk through the Avenue of Trees)
- 14. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/couple with own barrels_0.jpg (caption: Couples own DIY" bar set up"; alt: Couples own DIY" bar set up")
- 15. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Harri & leo kiss_0.jpg (caption: First kiss!; alt: First kiss!)
- 16. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2023-10-30-13-54-03.jpg (caption: DJ at the Evening Reception)
- 17. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2023-10-30-13-54-12.jpg (caption: Taking a moment)
- 18. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2023-10-30-13-54-53.jpg (caption: Games at the Drinks Reception)
- 19. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2025-08-27-14-07-28.jpg (caption: Private meadow and the enclosed dog run area)
- 20. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2023-10-30-13-55-06.png (caption: Bunting decor for Knockerdown Street)
- 21. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2023-10-30-13-55-48.jpg (caption: Drinks Reception on the Back Terrace)
- 22. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2023-10-30-14-08-33.jpg (caption: Festival Style wedding Breakfast)
- 23. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2023-10-30-14-08-40.png (caption: Couple over looking the meadow at the Hot Air Balloon)
- 24. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2024-12-04-11-46-06.jpg (caption: Great for Outdoor Wedding Weekends)
- 25. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2024-12-04-11-46-11.jpg (caption: Indoor Wedding Reception)
- 26. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2024-12-04-11-46-14.jpg (caption: The morning of the wedding in our comfortable cottages)
- 27. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2024-12-04-11-46-20.jpg (caption: Great Outdoor Spaces)
- 28. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2024-12-04-11-46-27.jpg (caption: We are a dog friendly wedding venue)
- 29. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2025-08-27-14-07-11.jpg (caption: Dogs playing inside the enclosed dog run area)
- 30. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2024-12-04-11-46-34.jpg (caption: One of our happy couples walking the avenue of trees)
- 31. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2024-12-04-11-47-18.jpg (caption: You have the freedom to book your own wedding activities)
- 32. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2025-08-27-14-31-31.jpg (caption: Take group photos in the street)
- 33. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2024-12-04-11-47-28.jpg (caption: Wedding Weekend Venue)
- 34. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2024-12-04-11-47-40.jpg (caption: Our courtyard makes for some great outdoor photos)
- 35. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2024-12-04-11-47-52.jpg (caption: Celebrate the big day with your loved ones - all on one site, exclusively yours)
- 36. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2024-12-04-11-48-07.jpg (caption: Get married at our outdoor wedding gazebo)
- 37. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2024-12-04-11-48-21.jpeg (caption: Choose how you want your wedding reception to be setup)
- 38. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2024-12-04-11-46-56.jpg (caption: Choose Your Own Suppliers)
- 39. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/Andrew laughing at the registrar_0.jpg (caption: Ceremony giggles!; alt: Ceremony giggles!)
- 40. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2025-08-27-14-07-58.jpg (caption: Dogs inside the onsite enclosed dog run area)
- 41. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2025-08-27-14-31-56.jpg (caption: Choose your own suppliers for the weekend!)
- 42. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2026-07-08-14-27-53.jpg (caption: Hired wooden tables for that rustic look)
- 43. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2026-07-08-14-29-44.jpg (caption: Fun Shot before the wedding breakfast begins)
- 44. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2026-07-08-14-30-09.jpg (caption: Outdoor Ceremony set up by a decor company)
- 45. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2026-07-08-14-30-18.jpg (caption: Wedding Breakfast - Round Table Set Up)
- 46. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2026-07-08-14-30-34.jpg (caption: Wedding Breakfast - Round Table Idea)
- 47. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2026-07-08-14-34-09.jpg (caption: Indoor Ceremony Set Up - Love the inside as much as the outside!)

## Floor Plans

- 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2023-10-27-12-33-30.jpg (caption: Indoor Standard Ceremony)
- 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2023-10-27-12-33-31.jpg (caption: Indoor Diagonal Ceremony)
- 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2023-10-27-12-33-33.jpg (caption: Indoor Circular Ceremony)
- 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2023-10-27-12-33-35.jpg (caption: U-Shaped Wedding Breakfast seating for up to 50 guests)
- 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2023-10-27-12-33-38.jpg (caption: Wedding Breakfast 9 Rounds & a Top Table seating for up to 100 guests)
- 6. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2023-10-27-12-33-40.jpg (caption: Wedding Breakfast with 8 Rounds & a Central Top Table seating for up to 100 guests)
- 7. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2023-10-27-12-33-42.jpg (caption: Wedding Breakfast 4 x Festival style seating for up to 100 guests)
- 8. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2023-10-27-12-33-44.jpg (caption: Wedding Breakfast 3 x Festival style with a Top Table seating up to 100 guests)
- 9. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district-2023-10-27-12-33-46.jpg (caption: Wedding Breakfast with 10 x Round Tables seating for up to 100 guests)

## About The Property

All Yours, All Weekend | What’s Included:

One of the best things about hosting your wedding at Knockerdown is the flexibility we provide as a DIY Wedding Venue. You’re free to design your day exactly how you want it. Whether it’s your favourite private chefs or street food trucks, or relaxed dining the choice is yours. You can personalise your entertainment – from photo booths and casino tables to DJ’s or live bands.

​16 charming self catering holiday cottages sleeping up to 93 wedding guests
Private use of superb on-site facilities including indoor heated swimming pool, social lounge with games room, outdoor children’s play area and large meadow area with dog run and more
Exclusive use of our spacious 100-person event space, great for the ceremony and reception
Full support and assistance throughout your booking with our events team to assist your wedding planning, including a wedding planning tool from Hostology
Our events team set up of the ceremony room, wedding breakfast room, and evening reception room, personalising each turn around with all you chosen decorations and plans as required
Free on-site parking for up to 100 guests with 2 Electric Vehicle Charging Points
Area for marquee sitting if required
Maximum of 18 dogs across our 9 selected dog friendly cottages
Use of the outdoor wedding gazebo for a civil ceremony, drinks reception, bandstand, champagne and canapes station
No hidden extra cost and no corkage fees
Freedom to choose your own suppliers

## Additional Features

- Marquee Facilities
- Wedding Catering
- Wedding Planner
- Civil Licence

## Facilities

- **Dog Friendly:** Nine of our self-catering cottages are pet-friendly cottages, 2 dogs are permitted in each cottage. Extra charge of £25 per dog.
- **Accessibility:** Telephone for information.
- **WiFi:** Free internet access.
- **Kitchen:** Fully fitted and equipped kitchens in all cottages.
- **Dining Room:** Spacious dining areas/rooms in all cottages.
- **Sitting Room:** Spacious living space with comfortable seating, some cottages with French/patio doors, TV and DVD.
- **TV and Music Facilities:** TV and DVD in all cottages.
- **Games Room:** Social lounge with games room features a pool table, football table and table tennis table.
- **Heating and Open Fires:** Electric heating included in the price. The Farmhouse has an open fire.
- **Bedrooms:** Spacious and well equipped bedrooms, majority with zip and link beds so can be either king or twins, some bunks.
- **Linen:** All linen and towels inclusive in price.
- **Bathrooms:** Main fully fitted bathrooms, some en suite.
- **Children's Facilities:** Children welcome, fabulous play area, games room and indoor heated 30' pool on site. Private meadow with far reaching views.
- **Electric Vehicle Charging:** 2 electric charging points on site.
- **Swimming Pool:** Indoor heated 30' swimming pool on site for guests use.
- **Parking:** Private parking for all guests with 2 electric charging points on site. Bicycle friendly accommodation with bicycle rack and a bicycle repair station.
- **Outdoor:** A short stroll to Carsington Water. Knockerdown pub 1 min walk from site. Short drive to Ashbourne/Alton Towers.

## Rental Rates

Please contact the owner for pricing.

## Booking Information

- A 30% deposit secures your booking, with the remaining balance due 6 weeks before arrival. For large groups, exclusive use, events or flexible stays, please contact us directly for availability and prices.

## Availability

Please contact the owner for available dates.

## Enquiry

- Enquiry link: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/properties/knockerdown-holiday-cottages-derbyshire-peak-district/weddings#enquiry

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### Address

Address: Knockerdown, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1NQ, GB

Latitude: 53.0640039

Longitude: -1.6542946

### About The Area

Knockerdown Cottages is located in between Ashbourne and Matlock, within walking distance of beautiful Carsington Water, a superb windsurfing and sailing centre and next door to Knockerdown Inn Pub.

### What's Nearby?

- **Location:** Ashbourne and Wirksworth, both within approx 6 miles.
- **Shop:** The Farm Shop Hulland is located 3 miles away and the towns of Ashbourne and Wirksworth are both within approx 6 miles.
- **Food and Drink:** Adjacent pub, The Knockerdown Inn, Mainsail Restaurant at Carsington Water and The Red Lion at Hognaston.
- **Airport:** Nottingham, East Midlands approx 30 miles.
- **Train:** Cromford approx 6 miles or Derby approx 20 miles.
- **Bus:** On local bus routes from Ashbourne or Matlock.

## Owner Contact Details

- Contact name: Fiona Buxton
- Phone: +44 (0)1629 540 525
- Email: hello@knockerdowncottages.co.uk
- Website: https://www.knockerdowncottages.co.uk/?utm_source=group+accommodation&utm_medium=referral+&utm_campaign=ga-homepage-listing