THE PERFECT WEDDING VENUE
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Kind Words from Our Couples
Choosing a wedding venue is personal, so the truest picture of Cote How comes from the couples who’ve celebrated here. Their experiences say far more than we ever could.
As a small family-run venue, we’re closely involved in every wedding. You’re never just another booking — we spend real time with you, guide you through the details, and often share the sort of moments that turn into lasting friendships.
Cote How has been a home for almost five centuries, and that sense of warmth and heritage still shapes everything we do. If you’d like to explore the story behind our venue, you can discover more about its history here.
Blissful, serene, stunning, calming…
just a few of the words I would use to describe Cote How.
Finding this venue was complete chance — and my goodness, I am forever grateful that we did.
My partner and I had been together for 20 years when we suddenly decided to get married. Originally, we planned to elope and contacted Caroline and Rachel at Cote How with a very simple idea in mind. After one long phone call explaining everything we wanted, within 24 hours we had a full quote and itinerary. The professionalism, organisation and warmth were incredible from the very beginning.
And then… we changed our minds.
We realised we couldn’t imagine getting married without our family there, so our quiet elopement turned into a beautiful micro wedding instead. We planned a ceremony, a wedding breakfast and a few cocktails afterwards, with guests leaving around 8pm while we stayed in the absolutely stunning honeymoon suite on site.
And then… we changed our minds again.
At no point did Caroline or Rachel panic, become frustrated or make us feel difficult. They simply adapted alongside us as our wedding dream snowballed into something even bigger and more special. They completely understood that wedding plans evolve, and throughout every change they remained calm, professional, organised and entirely on the ball.
As a bride, there are so many worries running through your mind:What if something goes wrong?What if I haven’t explained my vision properly?Where am I supposed to be?What if suppliers don’t arrive?What if it rains?
(For reference — we had about ten different weather systems on our wedding day, and somehow it still didn’t matter!)
The truth is, when you book Cote How, you can let all of that worry go. You are in the safest possible hands.
Caroline runs weddings like a perfectly oiled machine. She is the Sgt. Major of weddings — in the absolute best way imaginable. Nothing gets missed, nothing slips through the cracks, and you genuinely feel like she will move heaven and earth to make sure your day is exactly what you dreamed it would be.
And then there is the lovely Rachel — kind, calm, caring and endlessly thoughtful. I honestly could have taken her home with me. She remembers every tiny detail and somehow makes you feel as though your wedding is the most important wedding in the world. And let’s be honest… to every bride, it is. The beautiful thing is, I truly believe she feels that too.
Because of these incredible women, we had the most beautiful wedding in the most breathtaking setting imaginable, before heading off to party the night away with our family and friends.
If you are searching for the perfect wedding venue, stop looking. In my opinion, you simply will not find better.
Thank you both from the bottom of our hearts for giving us memories we will treasure forever.
L & J xx
Lou and Jen – May 2026
Caroline, Rachel and Steve were fantastic hosts
We recently had our wedding at Cote How and couldn’t have asked for a more perfect venue. The setting is absolutely beautiful, with a stunning backdrop that made the whole day feel incredibly special. The venue itself is spotless and exceptionally well kept, with so much care and attention clearly put into every detail.
The atmosphere throughout was relaxed and calm, which helped us and our guests enjoy every moment. Caroline, Rachel and Steve were fantastic hosts — attentive, welcoming and always on hand to help. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and they made the entire experience feel seamless from start to finish.
What really stood out was how proud they are of their business and the genuine care they have for every couple who choose Cote How.
Their warmth and kindness created such a personal experience and made our wedding even more memorable.
We’re so grateful for everything they did to make our day unforgettable and would highly recommend Cote How to any couple looking for a beautiful, peaceful and welcoming wedding venue.
Emma and Lee – May 2026
Absolutely Perfect!
Our elopement at Cote How was absolutely perfect. Even though it was just the two of us, they made the whole experience feel so special, welcoming, and personal from beginning to end.
The venue itself is stunning — beautiful views, amazing atmosphere, and somehow even more magical in person. We felt completely taken care of the entire time and truly couldn’t have imagined a better place to get married.
We left happy, emotional, and still wondering how they made everything feel so effortless. Couldn’t recommend it more.
Claudia and Joe – May 2026
stress free, intimate wedding in a beautiful location
We are so glad we decided to elope at Cote How & chose the Adventurers package. The ceremony was intimate which was just what we wanted. Cote How is a beautiful location & after the ceremony we got to enjoy the surrounding area with our photographer (Jenna Carpenter) visiting Rydal Water & Rydal Cave.
The process of booking the wedding was very easy & smooth. Both Caroline & Rachel are very friendly & helpful, they provide loads of recommendations for photographers, places to stay & hair & makeup etc. The bouquet & button hole was also organised by them. If you’re looking for a stress free, intimate wedding in a beautiful location I would definitely recommend Cote How! 😊
Lucy and Tom – April 2026
everything we hoped for and more
After 30 years together, we wanted our wedding to be memorable but without the fuss of a big celebration. An elopement felt exactly right for us — simple, private, and focused on what mattered. We told no one, invited no guests, and chose a place that was already special for us: Rydal Water.
Cote How turned out to be everything we hoped for and more. The setting is breathtaking — peaceful, beautifully kept, and surrounded by the mountains we love.
Caroline, Steve and Rachel were exceptional from start to finish. They organised everything seamlessly, guiding us with warmth and calm professionalism. Somehow, they even arranged sunshine for our lakeside photos, which made the whole experience feel even more special.
Steve’s photography deserves special mention. The images were stunning — natural, relaxed, and full of the atmosphere of the day. They were also ready incredibly quickly, which meant we could share the news with family and friends almost immediately.
For anyone looking for a beautiful, intimate, and perfectly run wedding in the Lake District, Cote How is a gem. Our day was everything we hoped it would be: simple, joyful, and unforgettable.
Alison and David – April 2026
Trust yourself, trust your vision, and trust the Cote How team
This is an extract from Tammy and Martin’s Blog – You can read the rest in the link below.
Q. What advice would you give to couples planning their own wedding experience?
A. Our advice to couples planning their wedding is simple: follow your wants and wishes. When you stay true to your vision, you can never be disappointed.
If you’re considering Cote How, know that putting your full faith into the team is absolutely the right decision. Their expertise and experience are unmatched, and every piece of guidance they offer is designed to help you create the wedding day you’ve always imagined. You will benefit immensely from their advice, support, and attention to detail.
Read about Tammy and Martin’s real feedback blog
Tammy and Martin – September 2025
Everything from start to end was just perfect
I’m not sure I have the words to describe how amazing our elopement at Cote How was. Everything from start to end was just perfect. Caroline and Rachel were fabulous and made our normally shy little boy really come out of his shell; we really couldn’t have asked for a better way to spend our wedding. Thank you all so much, even in the pouring rain, your venue is beautiful!
Steve (Sage Green Photography) did our photos, and we couldn’t recommend him enough…the photos are incredible!
Jack & Paige – September 2025
Cote How is truly special
We wanted to say a huge thank you for everything. Our day was everything we wished for, even down to the well-timed sunshine!Your knowledge, expertise and guidance over the planning process and the day were invaluable. Cote How is truly special.
We always knew a big wedding wasn’t for us. While we loved attending weddings as guests, having the spotlight on ourselves was a definite no-no. We wanted something small, but also something far more special than a registry office. Cote How appeared on our radar by chance, after spotting a post on Instagram by our wedding photographer. It looked absolutely perfect and was only a 30-minute drive away. We booked a viewing and instantly fell in love with the house, the grounds, and, most of all, those views!
Caroline and Rachel were warm, welcoming, and extremely knowledgeable. The venue is a testament to the hard work the team has put in. We instantly felt at home, and the fact that the team at Cote How handles nearly everything was ideal—right down to the cake and flowers. We never once felt stressed; the hardest decision we had was picking our cake flavour! Less than a year after our first visit, we married at Cote How. A small wedding, 16 of our nearest and dearest joined us as we celebrated. We married in the beautiful barn and walked out of our ceremony to glorious sunshine, enjoying the celebrations out on the terrace.
We did it our way, and it was perfect. For anyone looking for a smaller celebration, look no further. Caroline, Rachel and Steve will go above and beyond to make your day truly special.
Rebecca & David – Sept 2025
You will have no regrets
Myself and my wife, Charlotte, had the amazing experience of Cote How hosting our elopement.
From start to finish, Caroline and Rachel have been fantastic. We could not have been more pleased with the support we received throughout. From the moment we first viewed the venue, to the moment we said, “I do”.
For anyone contemplating an elopement, consider Cote How. You will have no regrets. They are there for you, and you only. You will have a beautiful, magical and relaxed time. Thank you all so much!
Tom & Charlotte – Sept 2025
an incredible wedding day
Thank you so much for an incredible wedding day and for the gifts you left for us, too. We had a perfect day with you – everything went so smoothly, and we’re so grateful for everything you did to accommodate our guests and us. Everyone had a wonderful time! Thank you for letting us use the barn, it was stunning and everything we could have hoped for!
We are so pleased to have found your stunning venue when looking for somewhere to get married, and we can’t wait to walk around Rydal Water in future and relive the memories!
Claire and Nathan – July 2025
Everything was absolutely perfect
We had our intimate wedding at Cote How on 16th July 2025, and it was absolutely perfect. Caroline and Rachel were incredible from start to finish, even the day we met for a look around. They are both warm and friendly – you never feel like anything is too much or too stressful with them. Everything was absolutely perfect. Our family were amazed with how beautiful and well run everything was. We all travelled from Essex to get married in this beautiful venue, and it was so worth it. Thank you all for making our day so wonderful.
Natasha & Darren – July 2025
Everything we'd dreamed of
Where do I start to say how amazing Cote How is? From the beautiful scenery, attention to detail, to the amazing support from all the Cote How team. They made the whole process stress-free and made sure mine and my husbands’ wedding day went off without a hitch.
From the first online meeting with Caroline, she made us feel relaxed, and it was clear we had made the right decision and viewing the venue absolutely sealed it for us.
They were with us every step of the way, no matter how many emails or queries, they were always happy to help and came up with unique ways to make our wedding day truly special to us.
They truly made the day everything we’d dreamed of.
I can’t recommend them enough. For an intimate English countryside wedding or elopement venue…you’ve found the right place.
Alice & Bradley – June 2025
Felt Safe in their hands
Thank you all for such an amazing day, the whole process has been seamless and it went better than we could have ever dreamed.
For anyone considering Cote How as a venue, do not hesitate, you have found them for a reason 🥰
Thank you again 🙏
Jenny Norris
Thank you Caroline and team for the best day of our lives. We are forever grateful 🙏
Jen and Matt – May 2024
A stress free experience
Eloping to Cote How was the best decision we made.
The lake district has always held a sentimental place in our hearts where we have explored over the years and it is where we got engaged. After a long engagement, we discovered Cote How and instantly fell in love with the idea of eloping in a relaxing environment with picturesque views of the water with our boys by our side.
After the first call with Caroline, it was so clear that this was going to be a stress-free experience.
The team was so kind and accommodating and made us feel relaxed enabling us to enjoy the whole experience.
Steve was our photographer – he had the patience of a saint! Making sure he got various shots with our boys and our dog Ted.
If you want a special, intimate day in a stunning setting Cote How is the perfect location. You will be looked after by the lovely team and will not regret it.
Samantha and Joe – March 2024
memories to cherish
A last-minute decision made before Christmas, we somehow managed to turn around our dream wedding in 4 months, and this was no challenge to Caroline & Rachel, who accommodated us every step of the way.
Any query or niggle, I could confidently email Rachel and she would get back to us almost instantly.
The setting of Cote How really is something special, and so intimate that it was the best part of our day and memories we will definitely cherish.
Kelly and Ryan – March 2024
Completely Faultless
I have just asked Jake and we both agree the whole thing was completely faultless and there is nothing we would change. No constructive comments. You’ve honestly got something very special there.
From our first initial chat to the day itself, you were all so helpful and amazing.
Thank you so much!
Georgina & Jake – March 2024
absolutely incredible
We didn’t know we were looking for Cote Howe until we found it! We had long talked about eloping one day but didn’t feel the registry office or traditional hotel options were very ‘us’. Then we found Cote How on Instagram. An idyllic, private venue. Surrounded by nature, with the beautiful Ambleside hills and Rydal water on its doorstep. Not to mention a small, incredibly friendly team of experts to help you plan the perfect day. The amount of thought and consideration that Caroline, Rachel and Steve have put into supporting their wedding clients is absolutely incredible. From an initial introductory meeting with zero pressure to book and lots of opportunity to ask questions; to all the information and articles Caroline has created to help with planning. This included an amazing list of local suppliers, like hotels, restaurants, photographers, hair & make-up stylists- even pet sitters! The team truly made the process of arranging our elopement so smooth and simple. On the day we were relaxed and able to enjoy the time together without any anxiety or stress. Meeting Caroline and Rachel also felt like meeting two friends and there were no uncomfortable moments or awkward silences despite it being only the two of us there. Thank you, Cote Howe team, for making us feel so special and understood.
Abigail & Robert March 2024
OUR hosts were flawless
Absolutely wonderful from start to finish, the venue was exactly what we were looking for and the hosts were flawless. So friendly and inviting.
Caroline and Rachel made our day perfect and even managed to find me some wedding flowers with less than 24 hours’ notice. They are so kind and accommodating, which made our day even more special.
Steve was our photographer and very professional, giving us some amazing pictures with memories to treasure. The views and scenic sights make the venue a natural haven, which made our pictures breathtakingly beautiful. We are so excited to see the final prints.
We wish we could do it all over again. Please book here if you want to experience a stress-free wedding with picturesque views and the most beautiful venue.
We could not be more delighted.
Becky & Chris – February 2024
Forever Grateful
Caroline, Rachel & the rest of the team at Cote How exceeded our hopes & expectations by miles.
The venue is absolutely stunning, filled with history & will provide the most beautiful back drop for any occasion.
The team are so kind, friendly, accommodating and provide so much communication to ensure you are happy with every tiny detail of your special day.
For anyone looking for a venue that is intimate, stunning and takes as much stress out of the planning process as possible, I cannot recommend Caroline & the team at Cote How enough.
Thank you all, for making our day the most special and perfect day that we couldn’t have planned for without your help. You made our elopement dreams come true, and for that we will be forever grateful.
Danielle & Chris
DEC 2023
The location is second to none
Our elopement wedding at Cote Howe was perfect, we chose the fireside romance package, which was everything we hoped for, it was so relaxing, absolutely no stress at all, we had a glass of mulled wine on arrival whilst sitting by the fire listening to our playlist. The flowers provided by the in house florist were perfect. They lasted a full two weeks, absolutely perfect for our colour theme. We wanted a day to remember without any stress and that’s what we got, Caroline and Rachael were brilliant, and very warm and welcoming, Steve was our photographer and he captured the wedding beautifully.
The location is second to none, the rain held off so that we could don our walking boots and walk to river and Rydal Water for some great pictures which certainly captured the happiness and joy of the day.
We really can’t recommend Cote Howe enough.
Thank you so much for helping make our wedding day so wonderful.
Jayne and Gary x
Jan 2024
every last detail was perfect
Dear Caroline, Rachel and Steve,
We just wanted to start by thanking you from the bottom of our hearts for the most magical and perfect day of our lives! From the moment we arrived at Cote How, we were both made to feel welcome, at ease and prepared for our big day!
It really is true when people say that the day goes by in the blink of an eye, but we’ve had a few days to sit and reflect and soak up all of the wonderful memories and we couldn’t be more grateful for your hospitality.
You have such a wonderful place, and we felt so lucky and privileged to be able to get married at Cote How; a place that we found purely by accident on a hike up to Rydal Caves. It felt so magical to be able to take a trip, with our WONDERFUL photographer, Jenna, back to the caves to have some of our beautiful wedding photographs taken.
From Prosecco in the getting ready room with my mum, to hearing my groom arrive in your beautiful grounds, to the very emotional first-look with my dad and to the stunning ceremony – every last detail was perfect. We especially loved our card and scented candle! We plan to burn it on our first wedding anniversary.
Thank you once again for an unforgettable day. We are still on cloud nine!
Lauren and Ben – Oct 2023
Cote How – Amazing 🤍
Where do I begin? We had the most perfect, intimate romantic elopement wedding at Cote How in October. From the very beginning of booking this beautiful venue and our calls with Caroline and Rachel everything just ran smoothly. Caroline and Rachel are just so helpful, kind, positive and nothing ever seemed too much of a issue. They made the whole booking and arranging of this very last minute wedding a doddle.
The house is just so so beautiful, I couldn’t imagine ever getting married anywhere else. The beautiful scenery made such lovely photos I will forever cherish 🤍 On the day I couldn’t thank Rachel and Karen enough for all their help. From helping me get into my dress to helping keep my little boys entertained and also of course having that glass of wine handy when it was needed 🥂
Cote How will forever hold a special place in my heart 🤍 If anyone is considering booking this venue, absolutely DO IT!! you will not be disappointed!
Thank you again ladies 🤍🤍 Natalie and Jonathan October 2023
could not have been more perfect
Well where do we start.
Our elopement at Cote How could not have been more perfect. We feel as if we are now part of a very special family and we honestly would encourage any couple thinking about an elopement/ small wedding to consider cote how.
The house, barn and surrounding ground are just breathtaking and allow your photographer to capture some really beautiful photographs.
I don’t think we will ever be able to thank them enough for what they did for us. Cote how is such a special and magical place and now holds so many wonderful memories for us as a family.
Kayleigh and Curtis – August 2023
Stress Free and Relaxed
Thank you so much for everything today!
It was better than we could have imagined!
We really appreciate everything you done for us, you really made the whole process very stress free and relaxed! A special thanks to Rachel for being so lovely and caring with Lenny!!
Thank you for our beautiful candle and card.
Emily and Dean July 2023
THE PERFECT PLACE TO ELOPE
Cote How was the perfect place for us to run away and elope to. We had the most wonderful time there!
Caroline and the team were fantastic. Not only did they guide us through what we needed to do when planning our wedding, but they were extremely helpful when we needed help; Caroline was really helpful during the early days when we were having issues booking our registrar. No question was too small, and they were all answered with the same enthusiasm. Not once did we feel overwhelmed and stressed when planning with Cote How.
The venue itself is gorgeous! The view around Cote how is so beautiful and the building itself has such a cosy and elegant charm to it. The pictures don’t do it justice. We were lucky enough to have our ceremony outside the barn and the décor we had for our elopement made it feel like such an intimate occasion. We loved the addition of hearing our music playlist all around the venue before and after the ceremony, it made us feel more at home. Caroline and Steve were so calm and fun throughout the ceremony which put a nervous Bride and Groom at ease. We had so many laughs with everyone, especially during the windy confetti shots, that the afternoon didn’t feel alien to us, but felt like we were having a celebration with some friends.
Thank you, Caroline, Steve, and Rachel. We cannot tell you just how perfect our wedding truly was. “
Thank you, and we wish you all the best for the future,
Sophie & Peter AUGUST 2023
WE WILL NEVER FORGET COTe HOW
We have just got back home now after a whirlwind few days! It almost feels like a dream yesterday but we were both absolutely over the moon and are both in agreement that the day was perfect from start to finish. We were made to feel so welcome by everyone involved. You all helped make our day as memorable as can be and we will never forget Cote How. The most beautiful and picturesque place I have ever been to.
Thank you very much for everything and being so helpful from the get-go with recommendations for hotels and places to eat. It really made us feel at ease in coming to a town we had never been to before.
It was an absolute dream to be married at Cote How. We made the right choice.
Alec and Helen MAY 2023
SOMETHING OUT OF A FAIRYTALE
I just wanted to drop a line to say a huge thank you!
Thank you for being so supportive, welcoming and offering such a warm loving environment for our special day.
Myself and Tom are still in our little bubble and can’t seem to get our heads around how perfect the morning went at Cote How. The house and grounds are something out of a fairytale and our little girl loved every moment running round. As soon we got out of the car every thought of stress or worry left and we instantly felt calm and able to be present together whilst at Cote how.
Eloping to Cote How was the best thing we have ever done!
All our love and massive hugs, Georgia and Tom xxx
JULY 2023
THE COTE HOW TEAM CERTAINLY DELIVERED
‘We have to say that Caroline and the team were absolutely amazing and couldn’t do enough for us and our guests. A beautiful venue and surroundings.
We would highly recommend anyone considering a Lake District wedding to use Cote How.
A fabulous day was had by all and the Cote How team certainly delivered. We cannot thank them enough for making our special day even more special.
Much appreciation from Scott and Sally xxx’
JULY 2023
LAKE DISTRICT SMALL DAY WEDDING
Leander and Daniel
December 2022
LAKE DISTRICT SMALL DAY WEDDING
Love and thanks
Evija & Lee
SEPT 2022
I NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD BE SAYING, “I HAD A STREss FREE WEDDING”
We were due to get married in November with 9 guests down in Devon, but a few months before, we realised that we were still doing that to please everyone else rather than do what WE wanted. We were due to have a little break away to the Lake District, so Jack thought he would have a little look to see if he could find anywhere, and the first page we came across was for Cote How. As soon as we checked your availability, we cancelled our wedding in Devon and did what was best for us and booked with you. We even lost some money due to canceling our other wedding so late, but we just knew that Cote How would be the perfect place for us without even seeing it!
The communication from the start was absolutely incredible, the personal login portal was a great help, and honestly, I never thought that I’d be saying ‘I had a stress-free wedding’.
We would love to give our special thanks to everyone at Cote How, who on the day made everything so easy and relaxed, but also gave us the most warm and friendly welcome. We honestly felt like we had met them a million times before. It’s a strange feeling having no guests and having two random strangers as your witnesses, but they felt like our friends within 5 minutes, and the strange feeling soon disappeared.
The location is absolutely beautiful, we were completely blown away with the venue and all of the small touches (the welcome sign with our names, the free decor to the barn, which sooo many venues would ask you to pay extra for, the absolutely gorgeous candle we were gifted at the end)… speechless. As we walked in, Jack asked what the smell was, as it was so lovely, to be told you had gifted us a candle with the same smell was something that we will never forget.
We honestly couldn’t be more grateful for you all and the most perfect wedding we could have wished for.
I’ve been recommending you EVERYWHERE possible, have done a cute tiktok which I know you’ve had a booking off of the back from, and am also getting lots of messages from future brides asking about Cote How, which I am replying with HUGE in-depth paragraphs about how great you all are, I really really hope you get some bookings from it as you absolutely deserve the recognition of what, in our opinion, is the best elopement wedding venue out there.
Once again, THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!
So much love and best wishes from Jack and Katie ❤️ xxxxx
WE FELT PRIVILEGED
AUGUST 2022
a magical elopement
Then we read an article in our local newspaper (Westmorland Gazette) about a couple having an Elopement Wedding at Cote How. Over the following days we read it several times because it seemed absolutely perfect for us. So, we booked a Telephone call with Caroline, and we knew it was right for us. Caroline and the team advised us about what was available and also the legal procedures. Our main point of contact was Caroline, who did a superb job and was always available for any questions we may have…
If I had to choose two words to sum up a Wedding Day at Cote How it would be Beautiful and Magical. We loved our special day at Cote How. Apart from a beautiful house and fantastic surrounding, the day was stress free. Totally free to enjoy every minute of the day. So, if you want a fantastic and special day then consider Cote How. Cote How will always be part of our lives. Thank you to everyone involved.
Keith & Freda – AUG 2022
ADVENTUROUS Summer ELOPEMENT
Wow! Where do I start? Our day was just how we imagined it would be, and more, thanks to you guys. We wanted a calm, quiet, intimate wedding personalised just to suit us and that’s what we got from start to finish. We felt welcomed, at home and joyful during our stay at Cote How. If we could do it all again, we wouldn’t change a thing. Thank you for everything.
AUGUST 2022
RUSTIC BARN WEDDING FILLED WITH LOVE
Thank you so much for bringing our dream to reality at the beautiful Cote How. We chose the mid-week all-inclusive package which was a perfect intimate wedding of 18 guests in the glorious sunshine on Tuesday 9th August.
Cote How is a very special place and all the staff were very warm, friendly, professional and responsive in communication from start to finish.
All our guests were blown away at how beautiful our wedding was – the location of Cote How is spectacular and there are so many stunning spots for photographs after the ceremony such as Rydal Caves. We chose Tiree Dawson for our photography who is phenomenally talented and it was so lovely to share our special day with her!
Thank you so much for your varied menu which included many options for our gluten-free and vegan guests.
Thanks again to Caroline and the team at Cote How, we are so happy to have found you. Every little detail about Cote How made our day magical!
AUGUST 2022
LUXURY FINE DINE
Caroline and her team at Cote How were wonderful. From initial meeting, to planning and keeping us moving forward towards our big day nobody could have been of more help and support. A superb location just added to the enjoyment of the day. Every need was catered for and Karen even came up with little extra treats for one of the young ones.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to all who made our wedding perfect.
AUGUST 2022
JULY ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT
We could not be happier that we chose Cote How for our elopement. Having been one of the many couples that had Covid impact original plans we still wanted the exclusivity even though we opted to swap the big wedding for an elopement. Cote How is in such a perfect location and the photo opportunities are truly stunning with the caves, water and amazing mountain backdrops everywhere. The team were amazing and made the whole experience so relaxed and fun! We will be forever grateful that we came across Cote How and even have a print of Caroline’s watercolour painting to keep in our home as a beautiful reminder. Tiree Dawson was our photographer and has beautifully captured the wonderful experience of our exploration elopement.
Wish we could do it all again.
JULY 2022
LAKe district small day wedding
JULY 2022
EXCLUSIVE SATURDAY WEDDING
Thank you all so much for making our wedding truly the best day of our lives. From our first visit to Cote How we knew it was the venue for us, the venue is beautiful, the setting is perfect and the people are amazing. Caroline was brilliant throughout, keeping in touch and sending reminders – we would have been lost without you! On the day, nothing was too much trouble, Caroline was there to take your empty champagne glass or your finished cocktail stick so you could just continue having the best day of your life! Living in the North East and therefore not local to Cote How was no problem, flowers and cake were all arranged for us, and for anything else there was an extensive list of suppliers suggested in the blogs on the website. People say organising a wedding is stressful but that just wasn’t the case for us!
I cannot thank Cote How enough for giving us such a wonderful day. We honestly wouldn’t change a thing!
JUNE 2022
Lauren & Richard's luxury weekend
MAY 2022
MARIE AND ROGER'S BARN ELOPEMENT
MAY 2022
LUCY AND ALEX'S ALL INCLUSIVE WEDDING
We had the most amazing wedding day at Cote How last week. It was stress free and everything was perfect. Caroline and Steve were fantastic, they made us all feel very welcome. Also my guests were so impressed and loved every minute of the day. They planned everything perfectly and were really helpful throughout. I would really recommend booking a wedding at this most beautiful location. Thanks for everything 
MAY 2022
Leanne and James' saturday wedding
We had our wedding here at the weekend and it couldn’t have been any more special. The whole planning process was made super easy and stress free by the team 
Everyone was amazing. On the day of the wedding they couldn’t have done anything more to make sure everything ran smoothly and to plan. The venue itself is absolutely stunning, beautiful scenery at every angle. All the guests commented how gorgeous the venue was! We had the most perfect wedding day…
APRIL 2022
Fiona and Louise
“Thank you so much, Caroline, Steve, Sophie and the team for making our perfect wedding day. It truly was the most amazing day of our lives.
From the moment we met you, Caroline, on zoom and we saw the stunning Cote How- we knew it was where we wanted to say ‘I do’.
When we saw it for ‘real’ back in May, we were completely wowed and very emotional. It truly is a stunning venue with views that take your breath!
Everything on the day was sorted for us during our 6-hour all-inclusive wedding, which took all the expected stress of planning a wedding, away from us. Caroline is just amazing.
There really are no words to express our gratitude to you all. Thank you so very much. Now, can we do it all again, please!!
Lots of love,
Fiona and Lou xxx”
AUGUST 2021
Mia and Harry's perfect wedding
“From the moment we booked Cote How as our wedding venue, Caroline and Sophie were so helpful and friendly and were always on hand to answer my endless questions! We had a 6 hour midweek all-inclusive wedding, meaning the flowers, venue decorations, cake etc., were all organised for us based on what we liked. On the day, everything went so smoothly due to their clear experience and professionalism, and me and my husband felt so relaxed the whole time. Our guests have all told us what a wonderful day they had at Cote How amongst the amazing setting and beautifully decorated house and barn. We were set on this venue the moment we came across it, and I wouldn’t have got married anywhere else. Thank you so much to Caroline, Steve and Sophie for giving us the most perfect wedding day!”
AUGUST 2021
Ryan and Emma
“As soon as we met Caroline and Steve we knew we were in good hands! Not only is Cote How a truly beautiful and unique location, but you can feel the love and attention to detail they put into the venue. They made our intimate family wedding a magical occasion, understanding exactly how we wanted our wedding to feel and making our dream a reality. Everything was taken care of – flowers, cake and food, even during these Covid times. Communication and planning was so smooth, easy and completely stress free with nothing too much to ask or too silly to check. We are so pleased with our wonderful day and so sad it couldn’t go on forever!! Thank you, Caroline, Steve and Sophie, for giving us the best day of our lives!”
JUNE 2021
Claire and Andy's Weekend wedding
“How do you sum up such an incredible experience? It wouldn’t be going too far to say it was perfect. Caroline and steve have carefully curated the best suppliers. We had the best food, best cake, best flowers. All the hard work and worry in selecting the right suppliers had been taken away. They made sure the day ran so smoothly. All we had to do was enjoy it. Every need of our guests was catered for. The numerous personal touches didn’t go unnoticed. The venue is, of course, stunning, and our guests were wowed. What a breathtakingly wonderful day. Thank you, Caroline, Steve and Sophie xx.”
MAY 2021
rosie and jemma's Weekend wedding
“We had the most amazing wedding day at Cote How. The setting is just beautiful with the hills of the Lake District visible whichever way you turned. Caroline and Steve are incredibly friendly, helpful and brilliant hosts! Thank you!”
SEPTEMBER 2020
Claire & Indie's Luxe Micro Wedding
“We were married at Cote How in July 2020 and despite changes we were forced to make due to current Covid restrictions, love conquered all and we had the most amazing day!
When we thought about getting married, we were agreed on a quiet, quaint venue, but one that would need to be elegant and charming all the same; from the moment we pulled up to the driveway on our first visit to meet Caroline nearly two years ago, we realised Cote How ticked every single box and then some!
Caroline made every step of the planning easy and stress-free; it’s hard to believe it’s all over!
All our guests commented on how delightfully elegant Cote How is; they were blown away by the whole setting.. Truly magical!
Cote How will always hold a special place in our hearts; as will Caroline and Steve – we cannot thank you both enough.
Even when times were uncertain, your hope and positivity never faltered!
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you!
Lots of love always, Mr & Mrs Bopari”
JULY 2020
Simone and abbie's luxury wedding
Caroline described as a “Wedding Angel”; we believe “Wedding Goddess” more fitting!
We happened to stumble across Cote How during a walk with friends from Ambleside to Grasmere (our spiritual homes). Peeking over the gate to get a better view, Abbie and I were struck by the beauty of Cote How’s lush green lawns, perfectly maintained flower beds and crisp white facade. Its secluded location could’ve easily been walked past which contributed to the serendipity of happening upon this rural paradise.
From the moment we contacted Caroline to arrange a viewing we felt at ease. Her genial and welcoming nature was one of the fundamental factors in choosing Cote How as the venue for our wedding. Throughout our planning and correspondence Caroline’s ‘nothing is too much trouble’ attitude aided in the seamless organisation of our special day. This ultimate professionalism continued right through to and during the day of our wedding. Having been to weddings since and being able to compare our own experience, what’s most noticeable, and we believe important, were the several opportunities to speak with our guests post-ceremony. For example, immediately after saying “I do” Caroline took us to stand in the shade of a tree outside the entrance of Cote How where our guests were able to offer their congratulations before we were whisked away for photographs. We were also able to welcome our guests into the barn before the wedding breakfast. Opportunities like these, where we were able to speak to all our guests, were much valued, cherished and some of the most important of the day.
Our day ran so smoothly and effortlessly – a testament to the experience and enthusiasm of all at Cote How. We’d previously read Caroline being described as a “wedding angel”; we believe wedding goddess is much more fitting. Steve was also paramount in the success of our day, working humbly behind the scenes to ensure the little details were taken care of.
It’s impossible to put into words the magic of Cote How’s wedding experience, and equally our thanks to both Caroline and Steve for making it perfect.
AUGUST 2019
Amy and Stephen's outdoor wedding
It’s hard to describe just how beautiful Cote How is. When I found Cote How whilst looking for a scenic wedding venue for this summer, I couldn’t believe a place like this existed and fell in love. I made an appointment to go meet Caroline and see the venue in person and was absolutely blown away by the entire surroundings. From the quaint entrance, the lovingly restored barn to the magnificent mountains in the backdrop. Without even including the access to the river and Rydal water where you will be able to capture the most amazing memories of your special day – it is just a perfect wedding venue. Caroline and Steve are incredible too, during the entire planning process – which didn’t take long because everything is so well organised – I was able to contact Caroline and receive an email back promptly. On the day, the wedding went off without a hitch. As I’ve already said, everything is so well organised, that as the bride to be I felt so relaxed knowing that everything was taken care of. Caroline ensured everything was perfect and I cannot thank her enough for her amazing attention to detail. Both myself and my new husband are so happy we found Cote How and we wouldn’t change one single part of our special day – it is something we will cherish forever in the most part because of the beauty of Cote How. Which has been perfectly captured in our wedding pictures. 5 stars is not enough!
JULY 2019
If you’re undecided about what style of Lake District wedding would suit you best, here are some ideas to get you started:
A Fairytale Wedding in the Lake District
Ten Reasons to Elope to the Lake District
Winter Weddings