Hardwick Hall Hotel is a charming wedding venue in Durham, England. A former country seat of the squires of Sedgefield, this venue has a lively story to tell, with the original estate dating from 1183 and the manor from 1435. Hardwick has since been transformed into a sumptuously appointed hotel with outstanding facilities that can cater for weddings of varying sizes and styles.
Facilities and Capacity
We are delighted to unveil a brand-new offering for 2023 - The Lakeside Marquee. During the warmer months, the Lakeside Marquee is a truly unique offering to the north east, surrounded by breath-taking views of Hardwick Park and grounds. The Lakeside marquee, complete with fire pits, an intimate garden and twinkling lights provides a truly bespoke venue with the ability to add your own personal touches and create your perfect wedding day. This moldable venue has it’s own tailor made bar, perfect for arrival drinks as well as plenty of space for up to 160 of your most loved friends and family to enjoy exquisite dining and further celebrations until late in the evening.
Hardwick Hall is fully licensed for civil ceremonies, including the ability to provide an outdoor ceremony. You can choose to say your “I dos” at the romantic Tuscan alcove, set in a secluded area of the grounds boasting magnificent lakeside views.
If an outdoor ceremony isn’t quite for you, our Floral Chapel may be more suited. Combining romance with elegance and fabulous traditional features, including the ceiling-high fireplace adorned with flowers and exposed wooden beams, it creates the perfect backdrop for your enchanted wedding ceremony. Along with the beautiful Floral Chapel, which can accommodate up to 120 guests, this venue offers an extensive range of alternatives for your wedding breakfast and ceremonies. The magnificent Coleman Suite comfortably accommodates up to 380 seated guests making it an ideal space for lavish wedding receptions. Guaranteed to impress your guests, this suite boasts
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: Events Team
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Experience
Year Business Was Established
1958
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
4
Overview of Hardwick Hall Hotel
Venue Type
Hotel
Dining Capacity
1500
Reception Capacity
1500
No. of Bedrooms
53
Sleeps No. of People
106
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Usual Access Time
09:00 AM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 AM
Late Night Extension
Yes
Ceremony & Reception
Wedding Licence
Dancefloor Available
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Confetti Permitted
Sound System Available
Venue
Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Open Flame Permitted
Marquee Permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
Pet Friendly
Disabled Access
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator
Ballroom
Water View
Food and Drink
External Catering Permitted
In-house Catering
Halal Catering
Alcohol Licence
Chinese / Japanese
Eastern European
Caribbean
Latin / South American
Western / European
African
Indian
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Hog Roast
In-House Wine List
Bar
Cultural Specialists
Asian Wedding Specialist
Muslim Wedding Specialist
Pricing for Hardwick Hall Hotel
Venue Hire Only
Prices Start At
£500
Packages
(total price)
Prices Start At
£4,760
Maximum Price
£12,500
Number of Guests Included
80
Inclusive packages start from £4760 to include the following:
ALL PACKAGES INCLUDE
Reception Room Hire
Choice of White or Ivory Table Linen with Napkins
Reception Drink on Arrival (choice available)
Four Course Wedding Breakfast including Tea & Coffee
A Glass of Wine served with the meal
Prosecco Toast Drink
Chair Cover with matching Organza Bow
Silver Round or Square Cake Stand with a Knife
Evening Buffet
Hardwick Hall Disco & Resident DJ
Overnight Accommodation for the Happy Couple in a Premier Room to include Breakfast
Special Offers are often available throughout the year, please enquire for details
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FAQs
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Describe the best wedding that happened at Hardwick Hall Hotel?
All of our weddings are the very best.
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Collaborate, make sure both of your ideas are included so that your big day is even more special.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?