Top wedding venues in Northern England

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Planning your dream wedding in the North of England? From the rolling hills of the Yorkshire Dales to the beauty of the Lake District, the region offers some of the most breathtaking and unique wedding venues in the UK. 

Whether you're envisioning a grand castle affair, a rustic barn celebration or a seaside wedding with panoramic views, there's a perfect spot waiting to make your big day unforgettable. Here’s our list of some of the top wedding venues in North England to inspire your celebration.

Aldwark Manor Estate

Celebrate your love story at Aldwark Manor Estate – an enchanting country retreat where history, beauty, and romance unite. Originally built in 1865 as a wedding gift, this magnificent red-brick manor sits within 200 acres of sweeping Yorkshire countryside, offering a breathtaking backdrop for your special day. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, the estate’s elegant ceremony spaces and picturesque grounds provide endless opportunities for unforgettable moments.

Exchange vows beside the shimmering lake, stroll across the charming, bridged island for photographs, and toast your future under the glow of the cascading fountain. Inside, timeless architecture meets contemporary luxury, with 60 individually designed bedrooms ensuring comfort for you and your guests.

While the newly launched Salus Spa invites couples and wedding parties to unwind in serene surroundings before or after the big day – perfect for pre-wedding pampering or honeymoon relaxation.

With expert wedding coordinators on hand to perfect every detail, from bespoke menus to breathtaking fireworks, Aldwark Manor Estate promises a day that is as effortless as it is extraordinary. Create memories that last a lifetime in a setting that is truly 'Never Ordinary. Always Aldwark'.

Aldwark Manor Estate, Aldwark, Alne, York, YO61 1UF, email enquire@aldwarkmanorestate.co.uk, phone 01347 838 146, or visit the website.

Birdsall House

Hidden in the rolling Yorkshire Wolds, Birdsall House is an exclusive-use wedding venue where timeless Georgian beauty meets elegant, modern romance. Still a much-loved family home, it offers a truly personal experience for every couple, blending the warmth of bespoke planning with the polish of a heritage setting. 

Whether you're dreaming of an intimate candlelit ceremony in the Ballroom, a magical outdoor service in the 11th-century ruins, or a full weekend of celebration with your family and friends, the team at Birdsall can help you to create a day that feels entirely your own: relaxed, beautiful and unforgettable from beginning to end.

And when the sun sets, the tempo shifts as guests descend into The Old Kitchens, its award-winning, 1920s-inspired nightclub. Cocktails flow, the music comes alive and guests take to the dance floor for a night of Gatsby-worthy revelry. It’s a perfect contrast to the elegant rooms above and a total surprise your friends will be talking about for years.

Birdsall is intimate, atmospheric and effortlessly elegant, perfect for couples seeking timeless beauty, complete privacy and a truly memorable celebration.

Let your story begin with Birdsall House.

Birdsall House, Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 9NR, email weddings@birdsallhouse.com, phone 01944 316 003, or visit the website.

Silverholme Manor

Set in the heart of Cumbria’s countryside, Silverholme Manor is where timeless elegance meets heartfelt hospitality. With accommodation for up to 18 overnight guests and the capacity to host up to 250 people for your wedding or celebration, the manor offers both the intimacy of a private retreat and the grandeur of a true event venue.

Available for exclusive three-day hire, Silverholme Manor gives you the time and space to make the celebration your own. It's a beautiful setting and it provides the dedicated support to design your wedding exactly as you’ve imagined it. Think of it as a blank canvas, ready to be shaped into your perfect day.

Inside, historic charm blends seamlessly with modern comfort across a range of elegant rooms. Outside, private gardens and sweeping views of the Cumbrian landscape provide a stunning natural backdrop for ceremonies, photographs and unforgettable memories.

At Silverholme Manor, its friendly team is here to help while leaving you free to create a celebration that reflects you. More than just a venue, it’s a place where your vision comes to life.

Silverholme Manor, Graythwaite, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8AZ, email silverholme@graythwaite.com, phone 01539 531 248 or visit the website.

Little Seed Field

Little Seed Field is an alternative Yorkshire barn and back to nature wedding venue where romance, individuality and creativity meet sweeping landscapes, rustic buildings and wild, remote beauty. Celebrate surrounded by nature in a place where memories are made for a lifetime.

At Little Seed Field, its weddings are personal, bespoke and unique. Inspired to offer couples creative alternatives to clichéd venues and standard packages. A wedding venue to kick back, relax and celebrate with those closest to you. From rustic indoor barn spaces for blessings, ceremonies and dining to wild outdoor woodland spaces for marquees, tipis and parties.

Looking for a romantic Yorkshire elopement or something grander? Searching for a venue where you can extend the time you have with your family over multiple days? With luxury log cabins, a canopy of twinkling stars and freedom to celebrate your way, Little Seed Field offers a stunning rural wedding venue for couples who are wild at heart.

Little Seed Field, Castiles Farm, Ripon, HG4 3PU, email enquiries@yorkshiredalesglamping.co.uk, phone 07817 904 339 or visit the website.

Scarborough Spa

Imagine a wedding with the backdrop of the North Sea, in a Victorian masterpiece. Scarborough Spa offers a unique setting for unforgettable weddings on the Yorkshire coast.

With spectacular settings, dedicated support, culinary excellence, and an abundance of unique touches, Scarborough Spa is fully equipped to create a day as special as your love story.

Recognised for excellence, Scarborough Spa won the Town and City Wedding Venue at the 2024 North of England Wedding Awards and received a Highly Commended award in the Historic Building Venue category in the Wedding Industry Awards 2025. These awards reflect the team's dedication and feedback from couples.

Make your coastal wedding a reality at Scarborough Spa. Contact the team to arrange a viewing and discuss your love story by the sea.

Scarborough Spa, South Bay, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 2HD, email weddings@scarboroughspa.co.uk, phone 01723 376 774, or visit the website.

The Crown Inn

Situated in the quaint North Yorkshire village of Roecliffe, The Crown Inn is a delightful 16th-century coaching inn bursting with character.

The exposed beams, warming fireplaces and flagstone floors are the ideal setting for an intimate and relaxed wedding day.

Weddings are held in its medieval barn. The Coach House can seat up to 90 guests but is also intimate enough for 30 guests. The barn is complete with truss beams, flagstone floors and a wealth of old-charm character.

Each wedding is bespoke, so you can arrange as much or as little as you like. You can decorate yourselves, set the room up and arrange the day as you like, or The Crown Inn can design your day with your input, set up everything and use all its contacts for bands, florists and everything else that you would need.

The only thing that is set in stone is that it provides the catering and the bar drinks and wine. Though couples can decide on the menu, or The Crown Inn can help.

There are four uniquely decorated and delightful en-suite bedrooms, perfect to spend the night after the celebrations have finally ended, all of which come with a complimentary breakfast the next day.

Crown Inn Roecliffe, Bar Lane, Roecliffe, York, YO51, email crownroecliffe@gmail.com, phone 01904 463 235 or visit the website.

Windermere Jetty Museum

Nestled on the shores of England’s most famous lake, Windermere Jetty Museum offers couples the chance to celebrate their wedding in a truly unforgettable setting. With sweeping lake views, striking architecture, and a unique collection of historic boats, this award-winning museum blends contemporary elegance with timeless charm.

Whether you’re dreaming of a private elopement for two or an intimate gathering with your closest family and friends, its dedicated team will work with you to make your dream day come true and stress-free. Exchange vows in one of its stunning spaces – from the romantic Boathouse and Fire Station to the Lakeshore café or main exhibition gallery – each providing a stunning Lake District backdrop.

Its signature ‘Just Us’ package includes a luxury seasonal picnic with champagne or non-alcoholic alternative, a heritage boat trip on Penelope II for up to 12 guests, time for breathtaking photographs across the site, and a stylish event space overlooking Windermere. Every detail is designed to create meaningful memories in a truly magical location.

At Windermere Jetty Museum, you can do things differently – relaxed, personal, and filled with charm. 

Windermere Jetty Museum, Rayrigg Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere, LA23 1BN, email info@lakelandarts.org.uk, phone 01539 693 740 or visit the website.

Peak Edge Hotel 

Peak Edge Hotel specialises in bespoke weddings, with a farm-to-fork menu at its heart.

Every wedding at Peak Edge Hotel is designed entirely around the couple. Nothing is off the shelf – from the décor and cocktails to the flow of the day and the dishes on each plate. The hotel’s award-winning chefs work closely with each pair to create bespoke menus using ingredients from Walton Lodge Farm, its own Red Tractor-certified estate just minutes away.

Expect Dorset lamb, Belted Galloway beef, Berkshire pork, honey, fruit and herbs from the farm, woven into menus that reflect the couple’s story and style.

Set on the edge of the Peak District National Park, the venue combines rustic elegance with contemporary luxury. Ceremonies can take place beneath the white garden pagoda or within oak-beamed rooms warmed by open fires. The light-filled Oak Room hosts up to 200 guests, while the Walton Suite offers an intimate setting for smaller celebrations.

With 27 boutique bedrooms, stunning photo backdrops, and a team that brings creativity, care and flexibility to every detail, Peak Edge Hotel turns each wedding into a celebration that feels deeply personal and unmistakably individual.

 Peak Edge Hotel, Darley Road, Stone Edge, Chesterfield, S45 0LW, email events@peakedgehotel.co.uk, phone 01246 566142 or visit the website.

Skipbridge Country Weddings

Celebrate your dream day at Skipbridge Country Weddings, a stunning tipi wedding venue in North Yorkshire.

Set in the beautiful countryside, Skipbridge Country Weddings is a family-run wedding venue offering couples a unique and unforgettable day. The venue specialises in outdoor ceremonies, allowing you to exchange vows surrounded by nature and soak in the open-air charm of the countryside.

After the ceremony, your celebrations continue in the magical tipis, provided by Garden Weddings, featuring a fully equipped bar and plenty of space for your wedding breakfast and dance floor. These versatile, fully customisable tipis give you the freedom to design a reception that perfectly reflects your style.

Guests will enjoy the added charm of friendly farm animals roaming the grounds, creating a relaxed and whimsical atmosphere.

Optional extras include on-site accommodation such as cosy cottages, glamping pods, shepherd’s huts, and bell tents, making it easy for friends and family to stay and enjoy the full wedding experience.

With its combination of rustic countryside charm, flexible indoor spaces, and attentive, personalised service, Skipbridge Country Weddings is the ideal wedding venue in North Yorkshire for couples looking to create memories that will last a lifetime.

Skipbridge Farm, York Road, Green Hammerton, York, YO26 8EZ, email hello@skipbridgecountryweddings.co.uk, phone 07861 393 308 or visit the website.

Garden Weddings, Skipbridge Farm, York Road, Green Hammerton, York, YO26 8EZ, email hi@garden-weddings.co.uk, phone 01423 412 458 or visit the website.