Darwin Lake Event & Wedding Village

Darwin Lake Event & Wedding Village Every aspect of your stay is designed for your comfort. Our guests include families, large groups of friends, delegations and corporate groups.
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Welcom to Darwin Lake Holiday Village - your own private countryside retreat in the heart of Derbyshire's Peak District 🌳
Exclusive-use venue hire for weddings, family celebrations, corporate retreats, wellness events and group stays. Immersed in stunning Peak District surroundings and close to the National Park's many attractions, Darwin Lake is the perfect base for a relaxing countryside break.

Our charming Holiday Village plays home to 17 beautiful, stone-built cottages. 4-star rated by VisitEngland, these are situated around our stunning three-acre private lake and woodland and can sleep from 4-110 guests in total. Our fantastic hall also makes our grounds perfect for weddings and other events. Take a look at our cottages to find the accommodation best suited to your requirements. https://www.darwinlake.co.uk/holiday-village -listing

Build a stronger team 👇 The summer months can leave your team feeling out of sync – with frequent holidays and disruptio...
10/09/2026

Build a stronger team 👇

The summer months can leave your team feeling out of sync – with frequent holidays and disruptions, it’s easy for teamwork and morale to slip.

But it’s nothing that a team-building day at Darwin Lake can’t fix.

Talk to us about our team building activities and get your team back on track:

📱 01629 735859
📧 [email protected]

08/09/2026

Say hello to Hopton cottage 👋

This beautiful 4-bedroom cottage is the perfect base for you and your friends or family to explore all the incredible things the Peak District has to offer, including:

👉 Chatsworth House
👉 The Blue John Cavern
👉 Haddon Hall
👉 Poole’s Cavern and Country Park
👉 Matlock Farm Park.

Whether you opt for local attractions or adventure into the hills of the National Park, exploring the picturesque Peaks has never been easier or comfier!

What if you could win a free stay with us? 💍You can!All you need to do is come to our next wedding fayre for your chance...
03/09/2026

What if you could win a free stay with us? 💍

You can!

All you need to do is come to our next wedding fayre for your chance to win!

We’re also offering money off your wedding or event, and why not sample our buffet while you’re here?

Learn more about our wedding fayre: https://www.darwinlake.co.uk/pages/weddingfayre

There’s no one-size-fits-all for your dream wedding. Which is why at Darwin Lake, you can have your dream wedding, your ...
01/09/2026

There’s no one-size-fits-all for your dream wedding.

Which is why at Darwin Lake, you can have your dream wedding, your way 😍

From perfect full wedding weekends to magical one-day weddings, you can tailor your wedding package with us to suit you and your loved ones.

Which will you choose – a luxurious 3-night weekend or an amazing one-day wedding package?

Ask us about our bespoke wedding packages now:

📱 01629 735859
📧 [email protected]

Let's be honest: if we waited for guaranteed sunshine, we'd never host anything 🌦️ That's why Darwin Hall and The Haven ...
27/08/2026

Let's be honest: if we waited for guaranteed sunshine, we'd never host anything 🌦️

That's why Darwin Hall and The Haven give you the flexibility to celebrate indoors without losing that relaxed, countryside feel, from wedding receptions to family get-togethers and corporate days.

It's the all-weather complement to our lakeside setting, so your plans never depend on the forecast.

Come and see both spaces for yourself.

📍 Darwin Lake, Derbyshire, DE4 5LH

Bringing the whole family, four-legged members included? 🐾 Darwin Lake is proudly dog-friendly, with our own fishing lak...
25/08/2026

Bringing the whole family, four-legged members included? 🐾

Darwin Lake is proudly dog-friendly, with our own fishing lake right on site, so everyone gets to enjoy a stay that's as relaxed for them as it is for you.

Book your pup-friendly stay today: darwinlake.co.uk

Save the date! 📅 Our Wedding & Event Open Day is happening on Saturday 4th October 2026, 10am–4pm, the perfect chance to...
20/08/2026

Save the date! 📅

Our Wedding & Event Open Day is happening on Saturday 4th October 2026, 10am–4pm, the perfect chance to walk the grounds, picture your big day, and chat with our team in person.

Whether you're just starting to plan or ready to book, come and see Darwin Lake for yourself.

For bespoke wedding packages and larger group prices, get in touch with our friendly team:

📱 01629 735859

📧 [email protected]

Tired of another team day stuck in a hotel conference room? Our grounds and Peak Adventures activities give you somethin...
18/08/2026

Tired of another team day stuck in a hotel conference room?

Our grounds and Peak Adventures activities give you something completely different for team building: canoeing, paddleboarding, even cocktail making, all set against the lake and countryside.

Ready to boost your employee engagement and team culture?

Visit our website today: darwinlake.co.uk/pages/peak_adventures

Staying with us is only half the fun ☀️ The Peak District is right on our doorstep, so whether you're into walking, expl...
14/08/2026

Staying with us is only half the fun ☀️

The Peak District is right on our doorstep, so whether you're into walking, exploring, or hunting down the best lunch spot, there's plenty to keep you busy.

Swipe through some of our favourite local attractions, then tell us: which one's on your list?

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Darwin Lake Holiday Village, Jaggers Lane
Matlock
DE45LH

Telephone

+441629735859

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