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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Renes of Tynemouth

Tynemouth, Tyne and Wear
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Vintage Inspired Tea Room & Bar /Cafe catering for small parties. Situated on Front Street in the picturesque Village of Tynemouth. Luxury Vintage Afternoon Teas a speciality.
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  • 30
  • £50 – £250
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The Customs House

South Shields, Tyne and Wear
Here at the Customs House in South Shields our distinctive Grade || Listed Building is situated on the banks of The River Tyne and boats a theatre, cinema and art gallery.
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  • 100
  • £1,600 – £4,000
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Dorset Arms Hotel

Wallsend, Tyne and Wear
A quality, long-established inn suited to wedding receptions in the Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear and Northumberland region.
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  • 100
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • Upon request
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Malmaison, Newcastle

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Located right on the bank of the Tyne and overlooking the iconic Gateshead Millennium Bridge, Malmaison offers you a great venue and great views!
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  • 80
  • 122 Bedrooms
  • Upon request
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Headlam Hall Hotel

Headlam, County Durham
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Headlam Hall is a wonderful 17th century country house, which is surrounded by beautiful countryside and farmland. Have your special day at this idyllic venue.
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  • 120
  • 38 Bedrooms
  • £800 – £1,000
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Riding Mill Parish Hall

Riding Mill, Northumberland
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Riding Mill Parish Hall is a community building with a mixture of modern and traditional features, ideal for planning your bespoke wedding. The outside space creates perfect photo opportunities.
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  • 120
  • From £250
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Wearside Golf Club

Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
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A monumental wedding venue, secluded with scenic views in all directions, a fully licenced bar and catering services. A must visit for all brides to be.
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  • 100
  • From £300
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Chesters

Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
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At Chester’s, we pride ourselves on our high standards of service and excellent quality of food. Our courteous and professional team will make your Wedding Day a day to remember.
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  • 80
  • From £100
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The Hetton Centre

Houghton Le Spring, Tyne and Wear
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We have a modern function suite suitable for your special day with a fully licensed bar. Our capacity is 120 guests.
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  • 80
  • ~£10
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Newcastle Red Bulls Rugby Club

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
The Newcastle Red Bulls Rugby Club is a distinctive wedding venue that boasts modern surroundings, outstanding service and first class dining, everything your need for your big day.
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  • 300
  • Upon request
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The Teesdale Hotel

Barnard Castle, County Durham
The Teesdale Hotel is a warm and friendly hotel located in County Durham that can offer excellent service and fabulous facilities for your wedding day.
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  • 40
  • Upon request
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Farnley Tower

Durham, County Durham
Take in the beautiful views of Durham's countryside, castle and the cathedral from Farnley Tower as you take your wedding vows and celebrate with your guests. Intimate venue with accommodation.
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  • 30
  • From £50.00 pp
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.