The Best Northern Weddings

It’s time to take a delightful detour and step away from the conventional with your northern wedding. We’re all about unique celebrations – days that become part of family legend and mark the perfect beginning of your eternal love story. Forget the traditional script, disregard the mundane details, and don’t even entertain the thought of cake smashing! Embrace going big on your big day. Embrace arriving in style. Embrace a long wedding weekend. Up north, we don’t do anything by halves, and your wedding day should be no exception.

The Best Northern Weddings

Wedding Weekender at Holmes Mill

A memorable day deserves a special location; at Holmes Mill, you have two choices. The Cotton Room offers rustic industrial chic, while The Bar & Grill exudes elegance and glamour, with an adjoining festoon-lit alleyway that creates a romantic ambience for your big day.

Weddings at the mill are lively, informal affairs—perfect for those who love to kick off their heels and hit the dancefloor against an Instagram-worthy backdrop. With a guest list of up to 150 at your civil ceremony, no one need be left off the guest list and miss out on watching you wed.

With a bowling alley, a brewery, a cinema and a food hall, you might wonder how you’ll fit everything into one day. The good news is, you don’t have to! With a 39-bed hotel, Holmes Mill can accommodate your wedding party for a full-blown wedding weekender. Perfect for celebrating northern weddings.

Love is in the air with Helijet!

Take to the skies and arrive in style in a helicopter on the big day. Helijet’s experienced pilots have ensured many brides and grooms arrive at their big day on time and in perfect style – captivating guests and providing the perfect photo opportunity. Helijet has links with several well-known northern wedding venues; however, if you have found a new romantic location to have your special day, get in touch, and they’ll work on bringing your dream to reality.

They can tailor a package to suit your needs. Contact a member of staff with your requirements. It might not be as pricey as expected, with packages starting from just £1,500.

Celebrate in the Country at The Gamekeepers Inn

Suppose you’re looking for a stunning location to tie the knot; look no further than The Gamekeepers Inn in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The beautiful Yorkshire pub is near the quaint village of Grassington, and with the surrounding grounds of Long Ashes Park, it provides the perfect backdrop to your big day.

The award-winning Netherside Suite, with vaulted ceilings and exposed oak beams, a log-burning fire, a private bar, and doors opening onto the terrace, creates a rustic elegance and offers a blank slate for couples to inject their personality into the reception.

If you don’t want your day to end, why not stay a while with 11 beautiful bedrooms, four luxury lodges, a three-bedroom house and five woodland pods – perfect for retreating after the big day?

Whether you opt for love in the lanes at Holmes Mill, a country bash at The Gamekeepers Inn, or a stylish helicopter entrance, we’d love to feature your big day.

Marry in a Marquee!

The north has a wealth of beautiful locations; unlike traditional venues, a marquee can be set up virtually anywhere, from lush gardens to scenic beachfront, providing a unique backdrop for your special day. It allows for a customisable space, accommodating any number of guests and tailored décor themes. So why not consider a wedding that offers unparalleled flexibility and personalisation? Marquees also provide practical benefits, offering shelter from unpredictable weather while still giving an outdoor feel, creating a magical, intimate atmosphere perfect for a memorable celebration. Ultimately, a marquee wedding combines the best of both indoor and outdoor experiences, ensuring your big day is as special and unique as your love story.

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NorthernLife Jan/Feb 24