Askham Hall, honored as 'Cumbria Tourism’s Wedding Venue of the Year 2022' and 'Small Hotel of the Year 2023' by Visit England, is a picturesque retreat in the heart of the Lake District National Park. Nestled in the Cumbrian countryside, this historic estate seamlessly blends modern elegance with rustic charm, providing a perfect setting for unique celebrations and soulful escapes. For your wedding, Askham Hall offers historic charm, manicured gardens, and versatile spaces, allowing you to craft a distinctive celebration. With options to celebrate on sweeping lawns, terraces, or under the candlelit beams of Bank Barn, the venue caters to diverse preferences. Accommodation options include 19 luxurious bedrooms at Askham Hall, six at The Queen's Head, and 11 at the George and Dragon Inn (all of which are dog-friendly). There are also various ceremony locations available, including the enchanting Garden Pavilion, which offer natural beauty and charm. Bank Barn, a grand reception space, serves as a blank canvas for styling, providing the flexibility to accommodate up to 150 guests. At Askham Hall, food and wine take center stage, offering a culinary journey curated to ignite conversation. The venue's dedication to farm-to-table menus highlights seasonal, local, and homegrown ingredients. With a Michelin-starred restaurant within the hall, the menu features dishes celebrating the changing seasons, emphasizing the very best produce. Sustainable, farm-reared, and garden-grown offerings are a signature, creating a unique and unforgettable dining experience.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: The Wedding Team

From initial enquiry to the moment you walk down the aisle and beyond, together with our Wedding and Event Manager Jenny, our friendly team of dedicated wedding coordinators are ready and waiting to help plan your day, covering every detail and creating an experience that is seamless and memorable. Weddings at Askham Hall are relaxed, luxurious, heartfelt and anchored by the estate’s extraordinary story and location.

Experience

Year Business Was Established

2014

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

Overview of Askham Hall

Venue Type

Country House

Manor House

Dining Capacity

150

Reception Capacity

200

No. of Bedrooms

Bridal Suite

Honeymoon Suite

Usual Access Time

08:00 AM

Usual Finish Time

01:00 AM

Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance

Sound System Available

Wedding Licence

Dancefloor Available

Outdoor Ceremony Available

Confetti Permitted

Venue

Landscaped Gardens

Exclusive Use

Open Flame Permitted

Spa On-Site

Bridal Changing Facilities

Pet Friendly

Disabled Access

Grade I/II Listed Building

Outdoor Reception Space

In-House Wedding Coordinator

Ballroom

Barn Venue

Food and Drink

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol

In-House Wine List

In-house Catering

Alcohol Licence

Pricing for Askham Hall

Packages
(price per head)

Prices Start At

£60

Maximum Price

£75

Minimum Number of Guests

Reviews for Askham Hall
(17)

Joanne and Martin

Happy couple married in September

December 2023

We had the most magical wedding day

We had the most magical wedding day at Askham Hall. The venue and grounds are absolutely stunning and we are so glad we chose Askham as our wedding venue. The staff were excellent and couldn't do enough for us. The food was simply delicious.

Nicola and Sufiyan

Happy couple married in October

December 2023

The food was AMAZING!

We could not recommend Askham Hall more! Such a beautiful, stress free and well organised venue! It was the perfect spot for our autumnal wedding. We had guests from the UK, Canada and Australia who all had a fantastic time. The food was AMAZING and NO ONE was hungry! Thank you so much! We can't stop looking at photos and videos, reliving the day. Looking forward to our next visit.

Kirsty and Jack

Happy couple married in February

December 2023

Our wedding day exceeded our expectations

Our wedding day at Askham Hall exceeded our expectations. The team went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. A massive thank you to Tina; her organisation skills and eye for detial made the whole day run smoothly! We are in awe of the venue and grounds and had the most incredible day.

Bryn and Katie

Happy couple married in August

December 2023

We had the wedding of our dreams!

If you are having a wedding at Askham Hall, don't hesitate and book it now! It is the most stunning venue and has the most incredible staff! We brought 120 guests with us from 5-6 hours away to have our wedding here and we are so glad that we did! We had the wedding of our dreams. The staff are so accommodating and genuinely care as much about your special day as you do. You can't help but fall in love with the village of Askham. It really is a special place!

Sarah and Ciaran

Happy couple married in August

December 2023

They make you feel so unique and special

Askham Hall was the best wedding venue we could have asked for. From the location itself, the staff, the planning and communication everything was perfect. The food is incredible and it's like being in your own little country home for two days and they make you feel so unique and special.

Alice E.

Happy couple married in March

March 2023

Askham Hall was magical.

Our wedding at Askham Hall was magical; the venue is gorgeous with a rustic barn, lovely gardens and lots of character. The staff were friendly and approachable, and so helpful in planning our day. The food was also outstanding! We would definitely recommend this venue to any couple looking for a rustic wedding which is in a unique and memorable place.

Nicole and Sufiyan

Happy couple married in October

March 2023

Beautiful, stress free.

We could not recommend Askham Hall more! Such a beautiful, stress free and well organised venue. It was the perfect spot for our autumnal wedding (October 2022). We had guests from the UK, Canada and Australia, who all had a fantastic time. The food was AMAZING and NO ONE was hungry! Thank you so much! We can't stop looking at photos and videos, reliving the day. Looking forward to our next visit.

A beautiful venue with knowledgable staff delightful menu and great service, spotlessly clean. I attended a Wedding where the Chris White Jazz Trio played adding a touch of class.

Kirsty Lawler

Happy couple married in August

March 2023

Breathtaking.

We held our wedding at Askam Hall on August 24, 2019. The night before the wedding we had a bbq and drinks in the medieval hall and got married in the barn for the following day. In a nutshell, the venue/grounds are breathtakingly beautiful, each room is uniquely stunning, the food is delicious and every member of staff are just amazing! Everything was so well organised and from our initial contact with Askham Hall to the minute we left as husband and wife the whole process was flawless. I must say a special thank you to David our wedding coordinator for being so lovely, professional and the most attentive person I’ve ever met. Thank you to Askham Hall for giving us the best day of our lives.

Clair & Phil

Happy couple married in October

March 2023

Best day of our lives.

We held our wedding at Askham Hall this weekend just gone (28/10/17), and phenomenal doesn't even come close to covering it - everything was sheer perfection. Anybody considering it as a venue, just book it now, before somebody beats you to it. The venue itself is breathtakingly beautiful, each bedroom unique, stunning tiled floors, grounds that look perfect in any season. The Bank Barn requires almost no decoration, the Medieval Barn is the perfect setting for an intimate ceremony and the lounge and study are cosy and comfortable. The food was wonderful - the team went out of their way to accommodate bespoke choices for us and executed everything to perfection. Evening pizzas were well-timed and delicious. What made everything so amazing, though, was undeniably the team. Vicki, the wedding coordinator, was everywhere at once, making sure that everything went perfectly for us, nothing too much trouble. Nico, house manager and sommelier, ran everything seamlessly, and was utterly charming. Our guests were full of complements for Askham Hall - the decor, the food, the staff, and almost everybody asked how we had found such a wonderful place. The truth is, we stumbled upon it, and we're so, so glad that we did. Thank you, thank you, thank you for the best day of our lives <3 Clare & Phil