Highest Reviewed & Award-Winning Wedding Venues in North East England

Discover the highest reviewed wedding venues in North East England, including winners of the Best of Bridebook Awards. These Platinum, Gold and Silver award-winning venues have earned the most five-star reviews from real couples, making them some of the most trusted and highly recommended places to get married in the North East.
Planning a wedding in North East England? Explore the highest reviewed wedding venues on Bridebook, featuring our Best of Bridebook Award winners across Platinum, Gold and Silver tiers. From grand country houses and coastal venues to stylish city locations and rustic barns, these venues have received outstanding five-star reviews from real couples.
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Acklam Hall

Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire
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Ackalm Hall was built in 1683 and remains Middlesbrough's only Grade 1 Listed Building. Once voted the most romantic regional wedding venue at the English Wedding Awards, the venue you’ve been searching for is right here at Acklam Hall. With bespoke
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  • 100
  • 1 Bedroom
  • From £95.00 pp
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Hall Garth Hotel Darlington

Darlington, County Durham
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Set in 67 acres of its own parkland, the little novelty touches such as a beautiful walks, secret gardens and an old deer hut, will make your wedding photographs extra special!
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  • 160
  • 56 Bedrooms
  • £4,500 – £11,000
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The Leven Hotel

Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire
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This beautiful venue can cater to your individual needs to produce a truly unique wedding experience!
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  • 80
  • 14 Bedrooms
  • £1,500 – £5,500
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61 Durham

Durham, County Durham
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Sixty One Durham is located just outside of the historic city of Durham, and it was a 16th century residential estate set over four acres of grounds. Have your special day in this beautiful venue.
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  • 180
  • 20 Bedrooms
  • £3,500 – £8,800
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Slaley Hall

Hexham, Northumberland
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Beautiful Indoor & Outdoor Ceremony spaces. Multiple Wedding Breakfast spaces available and a vast menu to select from! Party the night away in our Kielder Suite with space for a DJ or Band on the stage and our Starlit Dancefloor.
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  • 300
  • 141 Bedrooms
  • £7,000 – £10,000
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Wildings Northumberland

Morpeth, Northumberland
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A boutique hotel and wedding venue in the heart of Morpeth, blending rustic charm, modern luxury, and 15 stylish bedrooms.
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  • 120
  • 15 Bedrooms
  • £1,000 – £2,750
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Jesmond Dene House

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
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We have both grand rooms and intimate spaces, so you can be as low-key or as flamboyant as you like.
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  • 110
  • 40 Bedrooms
  • From £90.00 pp
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Eslington Villa Hotel

Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
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Enjoy exclusive use of the Eslington Villa with your guests. The Villa offers 2 acres of gardens, to provide you with a picture-perfect setting for your wedding album photos.
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  • 55
  • 18 Bedrooms
  • From £80.00 pp
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Middlesbrough Golf Club

Marton-in-Cleveland, North Yorkshire
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A stunning golf course creating a picturesque setting for a memorable day as well as fantastic entertaining facilities available and delicious menus.
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  • 110
  • £400 – £500
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Haventide

Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland
At Haventide we are specialists in sailcloth and pole tent marquees. From the home counties to the highlands, we pride ourselves on creating a reliable haven for your wedding.
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  • 220
  • Moderate ($$)
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Forcett Hall Estate

Richmond, North Yorkshire
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A private Georgian country house set within sweeping North Yorkshire parkland. Forcett Hall offers an exquisitely elegant backdrop for refined, design-led weddings with an emphasis on exclusivity, heritage and understated luxury.
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  • 90
  • 18 Bedrooms
  • £9,000 – £12,000
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Tapyard

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
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Tapyard is an industrial-style wedding venue in Newcastle Upon Tyne. Set in a recently renovated industrial warehouse with all its original features, this space is the perfect spot for the cool, unconventional couple.
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  • 180
  • £1,250 – £2,999
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The Above

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
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When the sun sets, the city lights up — and so does your party. At ABOVE Rooftop Bar, your evening celebrations are all about fun, music, and unforgettable memories.
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  • 101 Bedrooms
  • £4,000 – £7,000
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The Byirs

Edmundbyers, County Durham
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An exclusive, family-run wedding venue in County Durham, just 40 minutes from Newcastle on the Northumberland border. Set on the peaceful south shore of Derwent Reservoir, The Byirs offers a rare, island-like setting surrounded by water and open coun
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  • 100
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • £4,000 – £11,000
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Lambton Castle

Chester Le Street, County Durham
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At Lambton Castle you can indulge in the elegance of an English county house surrounded by beautiful scenery in a walled private estate.
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  • 120
  • From £2,500
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Bannatyne Hotel, Darlington

Darlington, County Durham
Dating back to the 19th century and located in a Grade II listed building, Bannatyne Hotel Darlington offers exclusive use of two event rooms for weddings large or small.
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  • 90
  • 59 Bedrooms
  • Upon request
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Middlesbrough Register Office

Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough
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Middlesbrough Register Office is based in the grand setting Middlesbrough Town Hall. Formally opened in 1889, Middlesbrough Town Hall is a Grade II listed building which has stunning modern interiors and showcases the buildings original features.
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  • £276 – £443
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Spanish City

Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear
Situated on the stunning Northumbrian coast, the iconic Spanish City is the perfect setting for your special day.
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  • Upon request
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Discovery Museum

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Discovery Museum celebrates the spirit and story of Newcastle and is the ideal venue for anyone proud of their local roots.
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  • 300
  • Upon request
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Shortflatt Tower

Belsay, Northumberland
An iconic, fortalice tower surrounded by exquisite gardens and countryside views. Set in a peaceful, private estate, Shortflatt Tower and luxury cottages await your celebration, in 13th Century style.
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  • 150
  • 32 Bedrooms
  • Upon request
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Copthorne Hotel Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
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Copthorne Hotel Newcastle is an elegant wedding venue in Newcastle Upon Tyne, England. Invite your loved ones to the heart of a vibrant city and celebrate overlooking the banks of the River Tyne.
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  • 120
  • 156 Bedrooms
  • £3,500 – £6,000
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The Grand Hotel

Hartlepool, Hartlepool
The Grand Hotel is an beautiful and imposing building with a stunning 200 capacity ball room, perfect for the most special of days.
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  • 140
  • From £500
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Revolucion de Cuba

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
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A slice of Havana’s heyday in the heart of Newcastle. Offering dazzling cocktails, delicious Latin-inspired tapas and incredible live music. Head to the roof top bar for pure island vibes all day long. And rum. Of course, there's plenty of rum.
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  • 75
  • £500 – £12,000
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The Hammer and Pincers

Newton Aycliffe, County Durham
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Country pub with 5 acres. We host weddings and events in our pub & our new Cruck Marquee - this is a new, rustic but elegant marquee, brand new to the North East of England. Holding up to 250 guests
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  • 160
  • £2,000 – £5,000
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Whitehouse Peterlee

Peterlee, County Durham
Originally built in the early 1900s, the Whitehouse Hotel is a fully refurbished modern wedding venue offering exclusive use with nine hotel rooms. Overnight accommodation includes a freshly cooked to order breakfast and a friendly comfortable stay.
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  • 120
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • Affordable ($)
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Backworth Hall

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
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Backworth Hall is a hidden gem set within 85 acres of land giving you a magnificent backdrop for your wedding day.
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  • 100
  • £2,500 – £11,000
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Great North Museum

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Quirky and eclectic, amazing and intriguing, with landscaped grounds and stunning spaces, this is the perfect venue for a Great North wedding.
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  • 350
  • Moderate ($$)
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The Fed

Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
The Fed boasts one of the largest banqueting spaces in the North East. It is simply styled, providing an ideal, easily transformable, blank canvas to create your own spectacular wedding setting.
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  • 650
  • Upon request
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Newcastle Racecourse

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
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Newcastle Racecourse is a stunning and unique wedding venue that many happy couples have enjoyed before, including legendary boxer Muhammad Ali who renewed his wedding vows in South Shields in 1977 and joined us after for the reception celebrations.
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  • 500
  • From £300
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Grey Street Hotel

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
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If you’re looking for the perfect wedding venue in Newcastle upon Tyne; the Grey Street Hotel offers an atmospheric wedding experience to suite all individual needs.
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  • 66
  • 49 Bedrooms
  • £4,000 – £7,000
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Laing Art Gallery

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
This beautiful baroque style building, showcasing world-class art makes a romantic and elegant setting for your wedding.
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  • 80
  • Moderate ($$)
Everything you need to know about weddings in the North East

North East England offers a wonderful mix of dramatic coastline, historic estates and vibrant city venues, making it a fantastic region for couples planning their wedding. But while the setting is important, real couple reviews give you the clearest insight into what your wedding experience will truly be like.

The venues featured on this page are among the highest reviewed wedding venues in North East England on Bridebook. Many are winners of the Best of Bridebook Awards, recognised for consistently delivering exceptional weddings and earning outstanding five-star feedback.

Choosing a highly reviewed venue means you’re selecting a team with a proven track record for service, organisation and unforgettable wedding days.

What Are the Best of Bridebook Awards?

The Best of Bridebook Awards celebrate venues that achieve the strongest five-star review performance on Bridebook.

Awards are presented across three tiers:

  • Platinum – The highest-performing venues with exceptional volumes of five-star reviews
  • Gold – Consistently excellent ratings and outstanding couple feedback
  • Silver – Highly rated and widely recommended venues

Being featured on this page means these North East venues are not only beautiful settings — they are trusted, experienced and repeatedly praised by couples who have celebrated there.

North East England offers diverse and characterful wedding settings, including:

  • Grand country houses and historic estates
  • Coastal venues along Northumberland and County Durham
  • Rustic barn and countryside celebrations
  • Exclusive-use manor houses
  • Stylish city venues in Newcastle and surrounding areas

Whether you’re planning an intimate celebration or a large wedding day, choosing one of the highest reviewed wedding venues in North East England gives you added confidence that your venue team is experienced, reliable and consistently loved by couples.

Explore, compare and shortlist with confidence, knowing these venues represent some of the most highly rated and award-winning wedding locations in the North East.