Venues The Fishpond Matlock Bath | Wedding Venue in Derbyshire
The Fishpond Matlock Bath | Wedding Venue in Derbyshire

Overview

  • Historic 19th-century venue in the heart of Matlock Bath, full of character and charm.
  • Beautifully restored 1920s Ballroom licensed for civil ceremonies and receptions.
  • Additional Raft Dining Room for intimate gatherings and wedding breakfasts.
  • Scenic multi-tiered gardens with terrace, waterfall, pond, and outdoor bar areas.
  • Flexible capacity — up to around 200 guests in the Ballroom and 80 in the Raft Room.
  • In-house catering team offering bespoke menus, buffets, and traditional wedding breakfasts.
  • Multiple licensed bars across the Ballroom and outdoor terrace areas.
  • Nearby hotels and B&Bs in Matlock Bath provide convenient accommodation for guests.

The Fishpond Matlock Bath

The Fishpond is a characterful pub venue set in the tourist town of Matlock Bath, Derbyshire. Built originally as stables in the early 1800s, it was converted in the 1920s into a hotel/pub. The setting is relaxed but full of charm: cosy interiors, live music, gardens, and lots for guests to enjoy in and around Matlock Bath.

Facilities

  • Restored 1920s Ballroom with vaulted ceilings, dedicated bar and stage/sound facilities.
  • Raft Dining Room — intimate oak‑beamed space linked to a terrace and outside bar.
  • Multi‑tiered gardens featuring a hot spring waterfall, sun terrace and pond for photos and garden receptions.
  • On-site staff support, audio/lighting equipment, and flexible room layouts for ceremony, dining and evening entertainment.

Capacities

The Fishpond accommodates a variety of guest lists depending on layout: the Ballroom can host larger receptions (capacity up to around 150–200 for standing events), while the Raft Dining Room suits smaller wedding breakfasts (up to circa 80). For exact numbers and layout options, the venue recommends contacting the events team to confirm based on your preferred setup.

Catering

The Fishpond provides in‑house catering from its own kitchen and bakery, offering a flexible range of menus: traditional wedding breakfasts, buffets, grazing stations or bespoke themed menus. Licensed bars are available in the Ballroom, terrace and outside bar areas. Couples are encouraged to discuss dietary requirements and timing with the events team early in the planning process.

To find out more information about this unique venue, please use the contact buttons, or the enquiry form to speak to their team directly. Happy venue searching!

204 South Parade
Matlock Bath
DE4 3NR

The Fishpond Matlock Bath

Request Brochure

Matlock Bath, Derbyshire

Overview

  • Historic 19th-century venue in the heart of Matlock Bath, full of character and charm.
  • Beautifully restored 1920s Ballroom licensed for civil ceremonies and receptions.
  • Additional Raft Dining Room for intimate gatherings and wedding breakfasts.
  • Scenic multi-tiered gardens with terrace, waterfall, pond, and outdoor bar areas.
  • Flexible capacity — up to around 200 guests in the Ballroom and 80 in the Raft Room.
  • In-house catering team offering bespoke menus, buffets, and traditional wedding breakfasts.
  • Multiple licensed bars across the Ballroom and outdoor terrace areas.
  • Nearby hotels and B&Bs in Matlock Bath provide convenient accommodation for guests.

The Fishpond Matlock Bath

The Fishpond is a characterful pub venue set in the tourist town of Matlock Bath, Derbyshire. Built originally as stables in the early 1800s, it was converted in the 1920s into a hotel/pub. The setting is relaxed but full of charm: cosy interiors, live music, gardens, and lots for guests to enjoy in and around Matlock Bath.

Facilities

  • Restored 1920s Ballroom with vaulted ceilings, dedicated bar and stage/sound facilities.
  • Raft Dining Room — intimate oak‑beamed space linked to a terrace and outside bar.
  • Multi‑tiered gardens featuring a hot spring waterfall, sun terrace and pond for photos and garden receptions.
  • On-site staff support, audio/lighting equipment, and flexible room layouts for ceremony, dining and evening entertainment.

Capacities

The Fishpond accommodates a variety of guest lists depending on layout: the Ballroom can host larger receptions (capacity up to around 150–200 for standing events), while the Raft Dining Room suits smaller wedding breakfasts (up to circa 80). For exact numbers and layout options, the venue recommends contacting the events team to confirm based on your preferred setup.

Catering

The Fishpond provides in‑house catering from its own kitchen and bakery, offering a flexible range of menus: traditional wedding breakfasts, buffets, grazing stations or bespoke themed menus. Licensed bars are available in the Ballroom, terrace and outside bar areas. Couples are encouraged to discuss dietary requirements and timing with the events team early in the planning process.

To find out more information about this unique venue, please use the contact buttons, or the enquiry form to speak to their team directly. Happy venue searching!

204 South Parade
Matlock Bath
DE4 3NR
Request Brochure