The Dairy - Stay The Night Before Your Wedding

The Dairy - our one bedroomed character cottage sleeping 4, but up to 6 guests if required, is now available to book for the night before weddings held at Rockbeare Manor. 

The History

The farm and stable yard where The Dairy is located formed an important part of the setting of the main house and were home to a Guernsey Herd as well as other farm animals. The Dairy, is a historic building and was a key part of this small family farming enterprise until 1987 when Rockbeare Manor relinquished its Guernsey Herd after the introduction of milk quotas.

Although it has changed in use over time, the former model farmyard still has the same presence and beauty as it did all those years ago. The Dairy retains its original features, such as the white tiles on the walls, the slate table as well as many other quirky features including the character staircase, beams and cottage windows.

What’s It For?



The Dairy is where your wedding experience at Rockbeare Manor starts and it would make the perfect place for a Bride and her Bridesmaids (or a Groom and his Groomsmen!) to meet, stay the night, and embrace the suspense and excitement of what’s to come – over a bottle or two of bubbly of course!

Think, arrivals at 4.00pm, getting settled and making sure everyone’s outfits are ready for the morning, a meal out in a local pub or a take-away in-front of a movie followed by an early-ish night to make sure everyone gets their beauty sleep the night before the wedding day.

In the morning, hair and make-up suppliers can be with you as early as you wish (although don’t make it too early – you have a long day ahead!) and that will mean you will have plenty of time to really take in everything about this momentous occasion.



At 11.30am, your Event Manager will come and collect you and guide you to our stunning Drawing Room at Rockbeare Manor for dress fittings and drinks and to continue making all of those finishing touches.

Key Facts

• The Dairy is a self-catering cottage available for the night before your wedding
• It accommodates 4 guests comfortably however for flexibility, an extra 2 more temporary beds (trundle bed and sofa bed) can be added therefore sleeping 6 guests if required
• We include a beautiful breakfast hamper which contains pastries, freshly baked bread, preserves, yoghurt with granola and compote, juices and even a bottle of Prosecco for you to enjoy on the morning of your wedding
• Check in is from 4pm and check out is by 11.30am
• The 2023 price is £425 and includes a preparation studio with mirrors, getting ready stations and an additional bathroom
• The Dairy is found via a private drive off of Rag Lane
• Booking The Dairy doesn’t include entry to Rockbeare Manor or its grounds

We have already had an amazing response to this announcement and can’t wait to hear what you think.

For a full list of FAQ’s or to register your interest to book The Dairy, please contact email the team by clicking here.

 Huge thanks to Helen Court Photography for all of the images used in this months blog.