Pot Belly Restaurant

(9)
£750 - £3,000 for Venue Hire
Up to 80
Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
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Description

Our converted Linen Mill offers the perfect intimate wedding venue for your ceremony & reception. Full of charm and rustic features it offers the perfect setting for those couples desiring a unique venue.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Philip Douglas
Congratulations on your Engagement. I would love to have the opportunity to talk to you & show you around our fantastic venue.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
1990
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
1

Overview of Pot Belly Restaurant

Venue Type
Pub
Restaurant
Dining Capacity
80
Reception Capacity
130
Usual Access Time
10:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
01:00 AM

Ceremony & Reception

Fireworks Permitted
Sound System Available
Wedding Licence
Confetti Permitted
Dancefloor Available

Venue

Exclusive Use
Disabled Access
On-Site Parking
Grade I/II Listed Building

Food and Drink

In-house Catering
Western / European
Alcohol Licence
In-House Wine List
Bar

Pricing for Pot Belly Restaurant

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£750
Maximum Price
£3,000
Thursday £750 Friday £1000 Saturday & Sunday £3000
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Day before set up available

Packages
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£50
Maximum Price
£60
Minimum Number of Guests
20
Gold Package- £50 pp Includes Tea/Coffee & shortbread on arrival or after ceremony 4 Course Meal Tables dressed in white linen clothes & napkins Platinum Package- £60 pp Includes Prosecco/ Beer & non alcoholic option on arrival or after ceremony 5 Course Meal Tables dressed in white linen clothes & napkins
What is included in this pricing:
Day before set up available
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Furniture included

Reviews for Pot Belly Restaurant
(9)

Becky and Kyle
Happy couple married in August
September 2024
Perfect Day
After deciding to plan a wedding with not a lot of notice, Philip was absolutely amazing every step of the way. Nothing was too much hassle for him and he made us feel at ease throughout. The wedding day could not have went better, with such a beautiful intimate venue. The food was amazing, with compliments from many guests and the staff could not have been more attentive. We would definitely recommend the pot belly for anyone looking a smaller, more personal wedding experience.
Mark & Jenna
Happy couple married in July
August 2024
Incredible from start to finish
If you are looking for somewhere that hosts smaller more intimate weddings then this is the place to have it. From the day we meet Phillip and looked around the pot belly we fell in love it was just perfect the restaurant with the wooden beams, the outside area with the picnic benches and the decor was beautiful. Phillip was amazing throughout he knew exactly what we wanted and we felt so at ease. Our wedding day was even better than we imagined, it was completely stress free everything was perfect. The food was amazing all of out guests said it was the nicest food they ever had at a wedding, the staff were also amazing they done a great job. We did not want the day to end and wish we could do it all again. Do not hesitate yo contact Phillip you won't be disappointed.
John & Ann-Marie
Happy couple married in May
June 2024
Fabulous From Start To Finish
Philip & his team were amazing, from the very first day of enquiry to the last guest who left on our wedding day. Nothing was a problem, Philip knew what we needed before we even did. The team set up the room exactly how I imagined. It was beautiful and perfect. Food was fabulous, with no issues and all dietary needs were perfect. I would not change a thing from our amazing day. The Pot Belly and team excelled themselves and made the day easy, relaxing and completely stress free. We will always be thankful for everything they did for us and made our day so special.
Adam & Kathryn
Happy couple married in July
April 2024
The best day ever
After our original date for our wedding was postponed last year due to Covid my husband and I contacted Philip at The Pot Belly to book our wedding reception. Yes our original wedding date was planned for Portugal but our wedding day at The Pot Belly was everything we had imagined & more!! In our eyes we had the most perfect day & so did our guests! The majority of our guests said the staff, service & setting was everything. They would highly recommend The Pot Belly for a wedding over a hotel any day & we couldn’t agree more! So a huge thank you to Philip & all of the staff for giving us the most perfect day, it was certainly worth the wait ❤️
Helen & Stuart
Happy couple married in July
April 2024
Amazing wedding day at The Pot Belly
Absolutely amazing day from start to finish. Food was beautiful & staff were so helpful. Philip was so helpful when it came to all the planning & nothing was ever a bother for him. 5*
Darren & Lisa
Happy couple married in October
April 2024
Loved my wedding day from start to finish
Had a small wedding as we wanted our closest friends to share our special day…. We picked the pot belly as we already knew their food was amazing and we love the quirky barn like look. Could not have asked for more from booking to our day.. All our guests said it the best wedding ever… Philip and Brian are amazing and really looked after our guests which was very important to us.
Dom & Maggie Owen
Happy couple married in March
April 2024
Absolutely Superb
We would highly recommend the Pot Belly as a wedding venue. From our first meeting with Philip until the last minute of our day he and his amazing team did everything they possibly could to make it special. Nothing was ever any trouble. The setting, room decor, food and service were all second to none. Philip went above and beyond in every aspect he even collected the wedding cake for us .
872emerm
Happy couple married in August
April 2024
Incredible Day
Where to start? We got married here in August 29th 2019 and it was by far the best day of our lives, not just because we got married but because the day ran just as we imagined. Philip and his team were professional, slick & attentive. From day 1 of planning nothing was impossible, we were listened too and all our needs were met. The food was incredible, the venue rustic, romantic & spotlessly clean with added touches of elegance brought just for us. The service was second to none.
Laura & Andrew
Happy couple married in March
April 2024
Last minute bride
So with 10 weeks to pull off a wedding i had been putting off for 10 years i arrived at the Pot Belly hoping to be saved from the lifeless council building. Philip was so helpful and went over and above to make sure our day was special. We got married and had our reception here in the upstairs restaurant area. The decorations, set up and food was all done to perfection. We could not recommend this establishment enough to anyone looking a warm, friendly, personal wedding. Stay away from the large hotel chains who churn out the same weddings day in day out and book here!

Location & Contact Details for Pot Belly Restaurant

Address

59a Banbridge Road, Gilford, County Armagh, BT63 6DL, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

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Nearest Town

Banbridge

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M1

Nearest Train Station

Lurgan

Nearest Airport

Belfast International

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Describe the best wedding that happened at Pot Belly Restaurant?

I'd have to say one of our weddings once Covid restrictions were totally lifted. Seeing people dance and have so much fun was fantastic after such difficult social times

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Its YOUR special day so most of all enjoy it!

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

We once had a groom arrive on his racing horse. Also hearing everyone's personal stories when we have Humanist ceremonies is great.

Describe Pot Belly Restaurant in 5 adjectives

Charming, Rustic, Intimate, Personal & Quaint

Where’s the best photo spot at Pot Belly Restaurant?

Our country lane or stable gate

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Pot Belly Restaurant?

Just local celebs etc

What’s your favourite canapé?

Pate Crostini with Burren Balsamic relish

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Fish Goujons & chips

What is Pot Belly Restaurant most unique feature?

The original beams & the Pot Belly Stove

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Being able to provide quality, wholesome food continually throughout the years and seeing so many customers returning continually.