For a wedding with a difference, come to Erasmus Darwin House. With over 250 years of history this is a truly beautiful and unique property. Erasmus Darwin House is a Grade I Listed Georgian townhouse, sitting idyllically on the edge of Lichfield’s Cathedral Close, a beautiful area rich in history. As well as being a fantastic museum, the House also boasts a beautiful herb garden and 3 stunning function rooms.

Once the home and workplace of 18th Century physician, poet and inventor, Erasmus Darwin, it has previously served as a residence for cathedral officials and as a women’s shelter. After undergoing extensive restoration the house opened to the public in 1999 as an
independent museum. Today it is a museum, dedicated to Erasmus Darwin, with three main exhibition rooms, a library, conference facilities and a herb garden.

Erasmus Darwin House is a beautiful and utterly unique venue for your wedding ceremony and reception. We aim to make your special day as easy and enjoyable as possible. There are 2 rooms licensed for civil weddings 7 days a week, with discounts for weekday bookings and we can accommodate up to 36 people for a wedding ceremony. A sit-down reception is limited to a maximum of 30, or 50 for a buffet depending on your arrangements.

Our flexible approach means that we can cater for all your needs, whether it be a simple family gathering or a more bespoke theme. A combination of rooms can be used or even take this unique opportunity to have a Grade I Listed Georgian townhouse to yourself! We can advise on catering, floristry and decoration plans.

For a small independent museum, started from such humble beginnings, Erasmus Darwin House is wonderful place to hold your wedding and as the museum is a registered charity, any money made from weddings and events goes back into maintaining this wonderful piece of history.

Send us an enquiry today and make a date to come and see us.