Recommended Venues

Set in the Browney Valley north of Durham near Lanchester, is Burnhopeside Hall. The hall was one the one time home of colliery engineer William Hedley, who was probably best known locally for constructing The Puffing Billy locomotive. The Hall is set in a picturesque estate, with a magnificent lawned garden that can be the [...]

The Riverside Room is light and airy and boasts a spectacular balcony with fantastic views of the river and the Infinity Bridge.  The centre can accommodate up to 150 people and makes the perfect setting your events. 01642 628940 www.rtwc.co.uk

Hurworth Grange was built as a wedding present in 1875 by Alfred Backhouse for his nephew James Edward Backhouse.  The architectfor the building was Sir Alfred Waterhouse. The Grange has excellent facilities including, car parking, a fully licensed bar and two large function rooms. Ideal as a venue for weddings and any other special occasion. [...]

  Excellent as a wedding venue, the Winter Gardens in Hexham were constructed in 1907 as an extension of the Tynedale Hydropathic Hotel. The Hydro is now a Grade II Listed Building. The light and spacious former glasshouse provides a spectacular venue for weddings, wedding receptions, ceilidhs, informal concerts and private functions. Images of the [...]

The interior of the Grade 1-listed church has been completely stripped out to return it as far as possible to its former state. During the day it is used for various community and private events, on the evening this beautiful venue overlooking the Quayside is available for bookings. From corporate hospitality to private parties and [...]

Newton Hall is a nine bedroom Georgian house with a stunning, quirky interior. It stands in four acres of beautiful grounds with three accompanying cottages, and is surrounded by open countryside. The venue is perfect for holidays, weddings, functions and corporate affairs. The Hall sleeps 18, but can cater for parties as large as 40, [...]

Old Church Cottages (close to Hadrian’s Wall and Hexham) are in peaceful countryside. Converted to provide three unique and spacious self-catering holiday cottages each has its own off-road parking space. Have a look at their website for info on the different cottages available. 01434 681930 www.chollerton-oldchurch.co.uk

Burnfoot Holiday Cottages is a small family-owned business, and pride themselves on paying attention to the important details to make sure your stay is enjoyable and stress free. Whatever kind of holiday you are planning in Northumberland, you will find the perfect home from home at Burnfoot. 0191 2811900 www.burnfootholidaycottages.co.uk

Private Functions, Grand balls and weddings can last till dawn at this venue. There are candle lit dinner parties with log fires, archery competitions, weddings, anniversaries, celebrations, lectures, films, cart driving, clay shooting, just any event large or small can be individually arranged to suit you. 01668 215359 info@chillingham-castle.com www.chillingham-castle.com

The Art Works Galleries is a unique venue available for hire. They can host weddings, events, parties, dinners, meetings and conferences. They house a fantastic range of art which can be included in your hire, or take advantage of their expansive space to use as a blank canvas to create your own theme. With five [...]

Trinity House is available for hire for corporate or private functions. Its main rooms are variously suitable for social gatherings, business presentations, conferences, committee meetings and private celebrations.   The House has also featured regularly as a film location. Up to 80 guests.   0191 232 8226 events@trinityhousenewcastle.org.uk http://trinityhousenewcastle.org.uk/

Wallington, lying in the heart of Northumberland, is a stunning and unique setting for your wedding. The House, which dates back to medieval times, is today an impressive mansion, the result of substantial 17th-century alterations. Home to beautiful collections of ceramics, paintings, needlework and dolls’ houses, the House is serenely set within beautiful gardens and [...]

The Keep is an excellent venue for events and consists of four floors with principle rooms on three of the four floors. In addition it has great views of the Tyne and Newcastle skyline. The keep has its own entertainments license and is often used for weddings, some parties and corporate events. As you can [...]

The Hatton Gallery, with its series of interlinked gallery spaces, provides a stunning venue for a variety of evening functions. The Gallery has hosted a large range of events such as drinks receptions, PR events, book launches and private entertaining.This venue can accomodate upto 400 guests. 0844 856 1074 events@twmuseums.co.uk www.twmuseums.org.uk/hatton/venuehire/

The CastleGate is a uniquely historic and impressive facility located in the centre of Newcastle upon Tyne. Originally named Manors Power Station, the building opened in 1903 to house the offices and power generating machinery for the tram network in Newcastle and Gateshead. A great venue for corporate hospitality, exhibitions and conferences with many different [...]

Recently refurbished in a beautiful location near Morpeth. Large function room, bar and lounge. Well equipped kitchen. BBQ area and disabled facilities. Sheila Lough 01670 775223 sheila.lough@yahoo.co.uk http://www.whaltonvillage.co.uk/VillageHall/vh_index.htm

Their Kitchen Garden offers a unique sheltered, peaceful and beautiful venue ideal for wedding receptions, extra special parties and corporate events. The herbaceous borders, fruit trees and garden design make it perfect for that special day. We can offer you a bespoke service that will ensure your event delivers everything you wish for. Caterers for [...]

Mount Grace Priory is the best-preserved of the ten British ‘charterhouses’, whose Carthusian monks lived as hermits in cottage-like cells. The Priory was established in 1398 and it was the last monastery to be established in Yorkshire prior to the Reformation. The Priory ruins, sitting nestled in the shadow of the Cleveland hills, offer a [...]

Tynemouth Castle and Priory on the coast of North East England was once one of the largest fortified areas in England. Overlooking the North Sea and the River Tyne, it dominates the headland. With its 2000 year history and beautiful views it is the perfect location for a wedding or special event. This venue is managed by [...]

Bamburgh Castle stands proudly overlooking the island of Lindisfarne, dominating the surrounding area. Used in many historical films and television programming, Bamburgh Castle can now provide a unique backdrop for your special day. Licensed for civil weddings for up to 150 guests, the King's Hall with it's famous hammer beam ceiling and stained glass window [...]

The Black Swan is located in the heart of Newcastle City Centre. Boasting good acoustics, flexible lighting and unique decor it is a great venue for a private event or dinner. Along with a cellar bar, the venue is available for bookings up to 200 people. 0191 261 5618 venue@newcastle-arts-centre.co.uk http://www.newcastle-arts-centre.co.uk/blackswan.htm