A New beginning for Gibbon Bridge Weddings!
Newlyweds at the gibbon bridge, in the famous bandstand.
Can I get married at The Gibbon Bridge Hotel? (Photography Highlights below!)
I’m a wedding photographer and I recently decided that I needed to show off one of my beautiful weddings at the famous Gibbon Bridge Hotel in Chipping in The Ribble Valley in Lancashire. There is only one problem with this marketing strategy of mine… The wonderful Gibbon Bridge Hotel closed in November 2025!
Are you looking for your perfect wedding photographer in the Bowland Fells?
Why has the venue closed?
After 43 years of trading, Janet Simpson is handing over the venue to a new owner after 43 years of successful ownership. Now in her 80s, Janet has decided to let the venue continue into a new chapter, under new ownershop.
Why do I like this venue?
It’s position is everything! Surrounded by rolling hills in the famous and beautiful Bowland Fells, The Gibbon Bridge was that countryside venue that offered the scenery, the relaxed countryside, holiday feeling. That’s why the news of the plans for the new version of this venue is great!
Gibbon Bridge has a separate bridal apartment and three function rooms and includes a bar and restaurant, conservatory, orangery, BBQ facilities, garden bandstand, tennis court and staff accommodation.
What are the plans for the reopening?
It has been announced that the nine-acre site will become Bowland House - a luxury health and wellness retreat with boutique hotel run by Lisa Dunnington, co-owner of H&S Restaurants. Exciting times ahead for this wonderful wedding venue in one of the most beautifully scenic spots in the north west of England.
When will The Gibbon Bridge reopen?
We’ve got a bit of a wait until The Gibbon Bridge reopens after exciting renovation plans. The reopening will happen in 2029 and the venue will be renamed as Bowland House. I’m sure it will be worth the wait!
What other wedding venues are there? What are my Lancashire countryside, wedding venue alternatives?
For other countryside retreat venues, here are a some of my personal favourites - those I’ve been too for weddings or dining in style.
Another of my favourite venues, which has recently enjoyed a revamp and lots of investment is formerly known as Ferrari’s Country House Hotel. The new and impressively refurbished version has been transformed into Longridge House. It is well worth a look and you can see more about it here on their beautiful website.
Why should I choose Longridge House for my wedding?
Longridge House is a relaxed country house in the Ribble Valley
Period details and gardens give it a timeless feel
Exclusive use is available
Elegant spaces for vows and receptions, accomodation upstairs for you and your guests
Beeston Manor is a family run and owned venue set in 140 acres of land at Hoghton near Preston and is the WINNER of best UK Countryside Wedding Venue. Check out their website here: Beeston Manor
Why should I choose Beeston Manor for my wedding?
A family-run exclusive venue set in 140 acres of countryside in Hoghton, Lancashire
With over 15 years of experience hosting weddings
Spectacular countryside views
Large Honeymoon Suite
Hair and Makeup Room with Dining Area
Additional Accommodation for the night before and on your wedding day
So, I hope that’s helpful in your search for a countryside wedding venue in Lancashire!
I’m one of Lancashire’s best wedding photographers! Well, you must be the judge after you look at my work, but it seems like the right sort of claim to make!
Why choose me as your Lancashire wedding photographer?
I’m hard working - I’ve always got my eyes peeled for those special magical moments
I’m polite, friendly and extremely professional
I’m creative and relaxed - nothing forced - I photograph what I see
I’m a very good communicator - I make it clear from before your wedding and after in terms of what you can expect and when you can expect it
I take good photographs! That’s important isn’t it!
I prioritise time to photograph the dancing and the party!
Want to see some photographs? Helen and Ryan were married at The Gibbon Bridge and I want to show you my favourites from their beautiful wedding day…
