The Wellbeing Farm has secured two major accolades at the Lancashire Tourism Awards, being named Business Events Venue of the Year and Wedding Events Venue of the Year, following a rigorous judging process that included mystery shopping of shortlisted venues.
The double win marks a significant milestone for the award-winning Lancashire venue, which last won Wedding Venue of the Year a decade ago, making this year’s recognition particularly poignant.
Judges assessed venues through a combination of written submissions, industry evaluation and anonymous mystery shopping visits, ensuring winners demonstrated excellence not only on paper but in real-world delivery and guest experience.
Celia Gaze said:
“Winning both awards is a huge honour, particularly against such strong competition. It’s a testament to the work our team puts in every day and to the belief that business events can deliver serious outcomes in an environment that still feels human, joyful and memorable.”
She added:
“To our couples and corporate clients, thank you for trusting us. And to everyone in hospitality navigating a challenging climate, keep going.”
Strong Competition Across Both Categories
In the Business Events Venue of the Year category, The Wellbeing Farm was shortlisted alongside some of the region’s most established venues, including Burnley FC, North End Events at Preston North End FC, Stanley House Hotel & Spa, and the Winter Gardens in Blackpool.
For Wedding Events Venue of the Year, the venue was judged against Beeston Manor, Brockholes Nature Reserve, The Glass House and Wennington Hall.
Winning both categories positions The Wellbeing Farm as a standout venue capable of delivering exceptional experiences across two very different markets.
A Venue That Balances Playfulness With Performance
While The Wellbeing Farm is well known for its distinctive character, including its resident bow tie-wearing llamas, judges recognised that behind the charm sits a highly strategic, professional events business.
The venue has deliberately designed its environment to support business outcomes as well as celebration. Outdoor spaces and distinctive features are used intentionally within corporate events to help delegates reset, reflect and retain information.
By creating moments that prompt pause, connection and even laughter, the venue supports stronger engagement, clearer thinking and more memorable meetings.
At the same time, continued investment in facilities, systems, sustainability, team development and corporate relationships has strengthened The Wellbeing Farm’s reputation as a serious player in the business events market.
A Moment of Personal Significance
The awards ceremony also carried deep personal meaning for founder Celia Gaze, taking place on what would have been her father’s birthday, just one day after his funeral.
The timing made the recognition feel particularly significant, a moment of reflection on how far the business has come and the resilience required to sustain it.
A Business Built on Values
Over the past decade, The Wellbeing Farm has evolved into a B Corp certified venue, embedding sustainability, conscious celebration and responsible business practices into every aspect of its operations.
While the business has adapted, reinvented and grown, its core values remain unchanged: exceptional hospitality, a dedicated team that create experiences people genuinely remember.
The Wellbeing Farm, one of the first independent events and wedding venues in the UK to achieve B Corp certification and the first independent wedding venue in the world.
A Barn Venue Delivering Conscious Events for a Better Future, where fun meets sustainability and celebrations make an impact. Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate event, or party, you’re not just booking a venue, you’re making a conscious choice to celebrate responsibly.
An award-winning farm that believes celebrations should be joyful, stress-free and kind to the planet. They’ve created the UK’s first Certified Conscious Celebration Badge, a mark of sustainability for couples and businesses who want to do things the right way.
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