The Yorkshire Wedding Venues You Need to Book Now
Take the stress out of choosing where to wed with this selection of the best venues around
Birdsall House
In family hands for generations, this historic house and estate is only a short distance from York and boasts incredible views up to the Yorkshire Wolds in one direction and across the Vale of York in the other.
If the weather is kind the grounds here are perfect for a garden wedding. Enjoy the great outdoors with a ceremony among their stunning 12th century ruins, or at the garden temple which overlooks the lake, and for something traditional St Mary’s Church is only a short walk from the main house. Indoors, the historic Oval Room is available for cosy get-togethers, and the Ballroom is the place to be for something truly extravagant.
A recent renovation of their basement floor has transformed the space into the perfect place for a party and as an exclusive-use venue, once you’ve booked your weekend it’s yours and yours alone. After you’ve danced the night way in The Old Kitchens, there are six luxury bedrooms here for you and your guests to retire to, including the stunning bridal suite which has been newly renovated and includes a dressing room and romantic double bathtub.
Five miles south of Malton, North Yorkshire YO17
01944 316003
birdsallestates.co.uk
Howsham Hall
Sitting in 80 acres of private land, and just 20 minutes outside York, this Grade I Jacobean treasure is a real hidden gem in North Yorkshire.
On the morning of your big day, relax in their incredible and sizeable wedding suite that includes a dressing room and separate large lounge – the perfect place to enjoy a glass of bubbly with friends as you get ready. Flooded with natural light and tasteful touches, the ceremony will take place in The Great Hall and there are a number of reception rooms to choose from here too.
The team here can cater for up to 96 guests for dinner and 150 for an evening reception, and your bridal party can also enjoy use of 12 luxurious bedrooms. Your wedding breakfast can be taken in the drawing room with stunning views over the park and there’s a contemporary bar space and dance floor for the evening, as well as access to the riverside terrace. Dates are still available for 2025.
Howsham, Malton YO60 7PH
0345 450 4545
dine.co.uk
Project House
Recently opened and only a stone’s throw from Leeds city centre, Project House is the ideal venue for those looking for a space big enough to host larger parties, but close enough to the city centre for public transport links and the city’s many hotels.
With a minimalist, scaled-back aesthetic, Project House provides the perfect blank canvas for those wanting to put their own unique stamp on their special day, and has large feature windows allowing for plenty of natural light as well as an outdoor area complete with seating, a brilliant second setting for those looking for more space.
The venue’s on-site kitchen, Galleria, offers a wide selection of seasonal catering menus to suit a range of budgets and there’s a full in-house PA system, perfect for all manner of evening entertainment, whether it’s a full band, DJs or performance artists. Handy room dividers also mean the stage can be hidden if preferred and allow for a more intimate setting for smaller parties where required.
Project House, Armley Road, Leeds LS12 2DR
0113 821 4029
projecthouselds.com
Sneaton Castle
Family-owned and comprising of a lovingly restored castle, priory and chapel on the Yorkshire coast, this wedding venue is straight out of a fairytale. Just a short distance from the centre of the historic town of Whitby, there’s a Norman-style chapel only a stone’s throw from the castle itself which is truly breathtaking, and the perfect place to say ‘I Do’.
Hosting only one wedding per day, your day will be entirely your own, with luxurious accommodation in the priory and castle for all-out celebrations. Menus here can include everything from reception drinks and wedding breakfasts, to canapés inspired by the coast and indulgent desserts (the swan profiteroles on a lake of chocolate sauce are real showstoppers).
There’s plenty of green space in the grounds of the castle for the most memorable wedding photos and they have a bespoke intimate wedding package which is perfect for smaller celebrations, allowing for 30 guests and including a drinks reception and chapel ceremony.
Whitby YO21 3QN
01947 603150
sneatoncastle.co.uk
Westfield Farm
A unique DIY tipi wedding venue in North Yorkshire, Westfield Farm is the perfect place to make your big day completely your own, down to the last little detail.
This little corner of paradise is situated on a family farm and is a licensed, exclusive-use, DIY tipi wedding venue, where the possibilities for personalising your day are endless. Westfield Farm is a real home-from-home and they encourage all couples to extend their celebrations over their entire stay. The team here are happy to accommodate whatever vision you have for your celebration and will work with you to achieve it.
Enjoy exclusive use of Westfield Farm for three nights including on-site accommodation for 12 guests, access to beautiful gardens and grounds licensed for weddings and civil ceremonies, and surrounded by rolling fields. New for 2025, the farm will have three tipis available from May to September, providing a magical location for your evening reception.
Sherburn, Malton YO17 8EW
07723 399780
westfieldfarmweddings.co.uk
Gamekeeper’s Inn
This charming country pub in the Wharfedale Valley, right in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, is surrounded by stunning Yorkshire countryside.
The Gamekeeper’s Inn combines contemporary style with traditional charm. Enjoy cosy corners, real fireplaces, fine food and wine. The beautiful accommodation and leisure facilities here (including a pool, gym, and spa) mean your guests can enjoy a relaxing retreat. The private garden and woodland pond provide a stunning backdrop for wedding photographs and you can arrange a private viewing to explore the award-winning Netherside Suite and discuss your ideas with their experienced wedding coordinators. Recognised as the Best Countryside Wedding Venue in the North of England Awards, they ensure every detail of your big day is perfect.
Long Ashes Park, Threshfield BD23 5PN
01756 752434
gamekeeperinn.co.uk
The Pheasant Hotel
Located in a quiet corner of the picturesque Harome village, this cosy country hotel is perfect for intimate weddings and ceremonies, hosting up to 80 guests.
The venue is fully licensed for weddings and ceremonies and in good weather the terrace or lawn are the perfect spots to say ‘I do’. Inside, you also have the option of a ceremony in the conservatory or the dining room. For something more traditional, directly opposite The Pheasant Hotel is the picturesque Saint Saviour’s church.
Enjoy exclusive use of the country hotel, including 16 luxurious bedrooms. Add to this award-winning food, fine wines, friendly service and superb facilities (including a heated indoor swimming pool), and spending your big day here sounds just perfect.
Mill Street, Harome, North Yorkshire YO62 5JG
01439 771241
thepheasanthotel.com
Gisborough Hall
At this charming Victorian country house on the edge of the North York Moors, the blossom trees act as natural confetti in spring, the rose garden blooms in summer, and the building itself is ivy-clad in autumn, so you’re promised a truly beautiful backdrop for the most romantic of weddings here, no matter what time of year you’ve chosen for your big day.
There are various locations at the hall to choose from to say ‘I do’: the neutral-toned and recently redecorated Madoc Suite, the Glass House with its views of the rose garden and rolling countryside, or the garden for an outdoor ceremony. Enjoy a glass of fizz in the rose garden post-ceremony as guests join you for photographs, and after partying into the night, you can retreat to a luxurious four-poster bedroom.
There are plenty of rooms for your guests too, and you can all start the ‘morning after’ with a delicious full Yorkshire breakfast. Gisborough Hall hosts just one wedding a day, so whether you’re opting for an intimate reception, a grand celebration, or an al fresco ceremony, it’s always all about you.
Whitby Lane, Guisborough TS14 6PT
01287 611500
gisborough-hall.com
Tickton Grange
A graceful Georgian country house set in the heart of the East Riding of Yorkshire, Tickton Grange is surrounded by beautiful gardens and meadows. Share your vows with family and friends in front of its handsome stone pavilion with towering Tuscan pillars, then move to the exquisite Rose Room for Champagne and canapés followed by a delicious wedding breakfast. Prefer country chic? Then the Farmstead awaits: enjoy a barbecue in the Foldyard in the evening, beers from the Stable Bar and a hooley in the Chauffer’s Garage,
From an intimate affair to a grand gathering Tickton Grange has the perfect space, accommodating up to 150 guests in the Rose Room and 80 to 100 guests in the Farmstead. The classic Garden Room and terrace is for up to 40 guests, and the Georgian Broadley Room is perfect for an intimate ceremony of up to 20.
Food is at the heart of everything they do here, prepared by their chefs with a lightness of touch using the best artisan ingredients. The wedding menus all include crowd pleasers. And, talking of crowd pleasers, their 21 individually-designed bedrooms are definitely that.
Tickton, Beverley HU17 9SH
01964 543666
ticktongrange.co.uk
Hutton Wandesley
Offering an exclusive and unique setting for your big day, Hutton Wandesley Stables, Botanicum, and Walled Garden is a stunning venue in the Vale of York.
The Botanicum (a spectacularly converted agricultural shed) is an event barn unlike any other, with large doors opening out onto a private courtyard leading to the historic stable block and Walled Garden. There’s capacity here for up to 120 seated guests, with plenty of natural light and two large glitter balls for a real celebration. Beyond the Botanicum, the Walled Garden is a serene and relaxing outdoor space covering two-and-a-half acres with a lawned area for a marquee, a greenhouse, the Old Glasshouse Barn and central Arbour.
The accommodation here is exquisite, and the stable block features nine ensuite bedrooms. Next to the stables, there is the beautiful Laundry Cottage – the perfect place for the bridal party to get ready on the big day, and it’s also available for the happy couple to spend the night in once all of the celebrations are complete.
Hutton Street, Hutton Wandesley, York YO26 7NA
01904 738755
huttonwandesleystables.co.uk
Falcon Manor
Effortlessly elegant, this carefully restored, award-winning manor house combines both traditional and contemporary style seamlessly, boasting stunning views of the rolling Yorkshire Dales.
Choose between two stunning, fully-licensed locations including the Garden Room which is bathed in natural light and can accommodate up to 85 guests, with access to the terrace and garden areas beyond. Or for an outdoor do, the Pavilion is the place to be with romantic panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and plenty of opportunities for breathtaking photography.
For your evening reception, go all out with space for up to 150 guests and a private bar. Accommodation is available, with 16 boutique bedrooms, plus use of the impressive Rafters Suite for the happy couple.
Skipton Road, Settle BD24 9BD
01729 823814
jamesplaces.com
Yurtshire Eavestone Lake
Nestled by the tranquil waters of Eavestone Lake in Ripon, this may just be the wedding venue you’ve been looking for. Relax and rejuvenate in the on-site spa, before celebrating amidst breathtaking natural beauty.
From intimate lakeside ceremonies to grand celebrations on the lawns, Eavestone Lake offers a variety of enchanting ways to say ‘I do’. You’ll have your choice of Yurts and Marquee packages from their sister company Yorkshire Yurts to fully tailor your special day to your wishes. And with dedicated wedding planners available to help you every step of the way, they promise to deliver an unforgettable experience that’s as special as your love story.
Exclusively yours for the duration of your stay, you and your guests can immerse yourselves in the unique scenery from the lakeside treetop yurts, each featuring its own private hot tub and cosy wood-burning fire, creating a perfect blend of luxury and nature.
Eavestone, Ripon HG4 3HA
01423 740783
yurtshire.co.uk
The Mansion
A fabulous Regency-era Grade II-listed manor house sitting in 700 acres of manicured parkland, only 15 minutes from the centre of Leeds and with unrivalled views of the upper lake of Roundhay Park – there’s a reason this is one of the most popular venues in Leeds.
The ceremony itself can take place in the bright and airy Colonnades Room, complete with floor-to-ceiling windows along its full length with direct access to the Mansion’s terrace area. The ample parkland here means you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to photos, including woodland, formal gardens, lakes and bandstands.
Upstairs in The Mansion you’ll find the Mansion Room which can be transformed to suit any party and the team can cater for up to 134 guests for dinner and 220 for an evening reception. The Mansion has connections with a number of hotels in the city centre and on its outskirts, which you can retreat to after an evening of celebration.
Mansion Lane, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 2HH
0345 450 4545
dine.co.uk
Swinton Park
Unparalleled in its collection of exquisite wedding spaces, Swinton Park in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales boasts a historic and sweeping backdrop perfect for any celebration, with the friendly and professional team helping you every step of the way to tie up the perfect day.
For a more rustic, al fresco wedding the delightful Deer House is the perfect option, or for something a little more out of the ordinary have your big day surrounded by woodland in a tipi at Swinton Bivouac. The hotel is ideal for grand affairs, with 42 sumptuously-furnished bedrooms for guests and an array of packages to choose from – for something truly decadent, why not hire the exclusive use of Swinton Park for you and your guests?
Whether you’re going big or small, Swinton Park can host your perfect day – from an intimate, two-person ceremony to a blow-out celebration with 250 guests.
Masham, Ripon HG4 4JH
01765 680972
swintonestate.com
Middleton Lodge
This 18th century Georgian country estate is set in 200 acres of private countryside.
A true oasis of calm, for your big day choose between a range of spaces on the estate. The 17-bedroom Main House has a tasteful reception room, private bar area, sweeping staircase, drawing room, grand hall and outdoor Garden Marquee (which can host up to 170 guests). Alternatively, there is also a romantic two-acre walled garden containing the Fig House (perfect for a wedding feast) and Boiler Bar.
For a truly extravagant celebration for you and your guests on your wedding day, your big day can be hosted across both spaces – think welcome drinks at the Main House, a late night party in the cellar, and a wedding breakfast in the Fig House.
Kneeton Lane, Middleton Tyas, Richmond DL10 6NJ
01325 377977
middletonlodge.co.uk
Low Osgoodby Grange
In a sensational rural setting at the foot of the Hambleton Hills, a wedding at Low Osgoodby Grange is an unforgettable way to make your big day special in the great outdoors. From a woodland ceremony to a lakeside reception, the team here will help you make your day your own.
The different spaces to choose from at Low Osgoodby Grange all take advantage of the stunning surrounding landscape. Say ‘I do’ under a quaint timber pergola nestled in the woods with acres of remote countryside stretching out around you. At the centre of your celebration, their traditional Nordic-inspired tipi is the perfect place to let loose with up to 120 guests, and includes everything you could need, from a cosy fire pit and fairy lights, to a built-in bar and dance floor.
The opportunities for wedding photos are endless here and although the woodland provides good shelter from the rain, there are also indoor alternatives should the weather take a turn for the worse.
Bagby, Thirsk, North Yorkshire YO7 2AL
07399 420511
lowosgoodbygrangeeventsvenue.com
