Wed Up North
by Laura Storey
Are you planning a wedding this year?
With Valentine’s Day approaching and wedding season almost upon us, Northern Life has been searching for the most romantic northern wedding venues so that local lads and lasses can tie the knot in style. So, if you’re planning a wedding this year, or just want to daydream about your perfect day, we’ve explored our two favourite venues: Ponden Mill Weddings outside of Haworth and Falcon Manor in Settle. These wedding venues in the north of England and are both unique, with beautiful settings in the Yorkshire countryside, food that will have your guests raving and room for legendary parties, but which one would you choose for your big day?
Two of the best wedding venues in the north of England
PONDEN MILL WEDDINGS
PERFECT FOR…FESTIVAL VIBES
If you’re looking for a venue that is out of the ordinary, look no further than Ponden Mill Weddings. Set in three acres of beautiful Yorkshire countryside just outside of Haworth, the venue has its own campsite which you can take advantage of to give your weekend a festival vibe. Another benefit to Ponden’s beautiful location, you can hold your blessing in the ‘over the bridge’ outdoor space or choose the main room for a full ceremony.
With Bohemian styling, both spaces create a cool, laidback atmosphere. The characterful main room can accommodate up to 100 seated guests and up to 100 evening guests. With a purpose-built bar filled to the brim with ales, spirits and lagers, Ponden Mill Weddings is all about ‘go big or go home’, the bar can even be packed with your favourite tipple, not forgetting signature cocktails! Evoking the fun and merriment of festivals whilst maintaining touches of luxury, Ponden Mill Weddings is perfect for couples who want to tailor their big day to suit their personality.
JAMES’ PLACE – FALCON MANOR
PERFECT FOR…ROMANTIC GRANDEUR
The second of these fantastic wedding venues in the north of England is in Settle and provides that perfect place where grandeur and style entwine. The manor was sympathetically restored from top to bottom in 2015 and relaunched as the Yorkshire Dales most romantic wedding venue. There are photo opportunities galore for your big day, from a magnificent stairwell to the wonderful light-filled garden room overlooking a spectacular terrace and mirrored by the stunning Yorkshire Dales beyond.
The manor sits overlooking the rolling hills of the Yorkshire Dales and boosts beautiful grounds and gardens. This dramatic yet elegant country manor was built in 1841 and offers a picture-perfect backdrop for your dream wedding. Filled with character, devoted staff and skilled chefs, it’s perfect for dream weddings. As day becomes night, the Manor takes on a whole new ambience and atmosphere, with room for up to 150 guests to dance the night away. Falcon Manor is a venue for those who want a traditional venue with a twist, effortlessly romantic with historic grandeur, this is the venue that will take your guests’ breath away.
Whichever of these beautiful wedding venues in the north of England you choose, you will have a day to remember forever.
NorthernLife Jan/Feb 2023