'Wonderful' The first wedding takes place at revamped Bilsborrow canal-side venue Thatched Hamlet
The first wedding has taken place since the Thatched Hamlet’s major transformation. Lancaster Canal runs alongside the venue at Bilsborrow, Preston - just off the A6 Garstang Road - which was taken over by James Places earlier this year.
The first couple to tie the knot at The Roundhouse, at the former Guys Thatched Hamlet in Bilsborrow, Preston, have described their wedding day as ‘wonderful’ as the popular venue’s renovations near completion.
Claire and Tom Roskell were married at the Thatched Hamlet, formerly know as ‘Guy’s Thatched Hamlet’, on Wednesday October 28 in what was described by staff as a ‘bespoke ceremony’.
“The team went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly and that we had everything we needed,” the couple reflected. “The support, care and attention really made a difference and did not go unnoticed.
“We would absolutely recommend your venue to others and would like to thank everyone involved for playing such a big part in creating wonderful memories for us.”
Dan Johnson, Operational Manager at the Thatched Hamlet, said everything ran smoothly as his team hosted their first major event: “I think the build up was more nerve-racking than the actual day,” he explained. “Everything went really well, and it was good to get it under our belt.”
The venue, which was formally known as Guys Thatched Hamlet, has undergone a major transformation since being taken over James’ Places earlier this year. A full re-thatching of the site’s roof will be finished in December, and renovations to the venue’s 46 hotel rooms are also ongoing.
In the spring, James Places’ reopened Owd’ Nells Tavern; complete with a refreshed interior, bar and menu. The outside seating area was repaved, a large canopy was installed and a vintage boat was put on display.
In September, James’ Places revealed plans to install an events marquee and build a mini-golf course on the former cricket pitch; Dan said that their ambition was to bring something ‘different’ to the area.
Under these proposals, the former cricket and bowling green pavilions will be converted into kitchen and storage space. Dan confirmed that the plans were progressing well, and that talks with potential contractors had already been held.
Bookings for The Roundhouse are open; the space can host weddings, parties, receptions and a range of other different events.