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Celebrate Your Wedding at Harewood House: A Timeless Yorkshire Treasure
Nestled between Leeds and Harrogate, Harewood House is an 18th-century masterpiece and one of England’s most treasured historic homes. With its stunning Robert Adam-designed interiors and sweeping views of a "Capability" Brown landscape, it offers a breathtaking and elegant setting for your wedding day.
Beautiful Ceremony and Reception Spaces
Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, Harewood House has a variety of licensed spaces for your ceremony and reception:
- The Gallery: Host your ceremony surrounded by priceless artworks, accommodating up to 100 guests. It also seats up to 80 for your wedding breakfast.
- Steward’s Room & Billiard Room: Perfect for smaller, more intimate ceremonies with a charming atmosphere. The Billiard Room seats up to 30 guests.
- State Dining Room: Ideal for intimate dinners, seating up to 32 guests.
- The Courtyard: A beautiful outdoor space for your evening reception, holding up to 120 guests for a wedding breakfast or 200 for a buffet-style event.
- The Hovels: A unique Grade II listed converted stable block blending rustic stonework and wooden beams with a modern glass atrium. Licensed for ceremonies and receptions, it can host up to 100 guests.
After your ceremony, enjoy drinks and canapés on the South Terrace, where you and your guests can soak in some of the most spectacular views in Yorkshire, overlooking award-winning gardens and a shimmering lake.
Expert Catering & Accommodation
- Exceptional Food: Our award-winning catering team, the Harewood Food & Drink Project, crafts seasonal, sustainable menus using fresh produce grown right here on the estate. Expect delicious dishes bursting with flavor.
- Stay On-Site: Choose from 13 luxurious self-catering holiday cottages on the estate, perfect for you and your guests to relax and enjoy a private retreat during your wedding weekend.
Why Choose Harewood House for Your Wedding?
- Historic Elegance: As a Grade I listed building, Harewood House offers a grand and timeless atmosphere, with interiors designed by Robert Adam and an impressive art collection.
- Stunning Scenery: Over 140 acres of beautifully maintained gardens, rolling hills, and a shimmering lake provide a fairytale backdrop for your wedding photos.
- Exclusive Winter Offer: From January to March, enjoy exclusive hire of Harewood House and The Hovels for a truly private celebration.
- Supporting Heritage: All wedding income helps preserve this magnificent estate, ensuring its beauty and history are protected for future generations.
- Trusted Suppliers: To maintain the venue’s integrity, weddings work with our approved list of expert suppliers, guaranteeing a seamless and high-quality experience.
At Harewood House, we’re dedicated to making your wedding day unforgettable. From the historic grandeur to the stunning natural surroundings and exceptional service, every detail is designed to create memories that last a lifetime.
Visit Harewood.org to learn more and start planning your dream wedding with us.
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Location & Contact Details for Harewood House
Where is Harewood House located for weddings?
Harewood House is located in Harewood, West Yorkshire, England, with the postal code LS17 9LF. It is ideally situated between Leeds and Harrogate, offering convenient access for guests.
What types of wedding ceremony and reception spaces does Harewood House offer?
Harewood House provides a variety of licensed spaces suitable for both intimate and grand celebrations, including:
- The Gallery: Ceremony space accommodating up to 100 guests; wedding breakfast seating up to 80.
- Steward’s Room & Billiard Room: Charming rooms for smaller ceremonies with Billiard Room seating 30 guests.
- State Dining Room: Ideal for intimate dinners, seating up to 32 guests.
- The Courtyard: Outdoor space for evening receptions holding 120 guests for wedding breakfasts or 200 for buffet-style events.
- The Hovels: Grade II listed converted stable block with rustic charm, licensed for ceremonies and receptions up to 100 guests.
Can you describe the catering services available for weddings at Harewood House?
The award-winning Harewood Food & Drink Project offers exceptional catering services specializing in seasonal, sustainable menus. They use fresh produce grown on the estate, providing delicious and flavourful dishes tailored to your wedding.
Is accommodation available on site for wedding guests at Harewood House?
Yes, Harewood House offers 13 luxurious self-catering holiday cottages on the estate, providing a comfortable and private retreat for you and your guests to enjoy during your wedding weekend.
What makes Harewood House a unique wedding venue in Yorkshire?
Harewood House is a Grade I listed historic home featuring stunning Robert Adam-designed interiors and an impressive art collection. Set across 140 acres of beautiful gardens and a shimmering lake, it provides a timeless and breathtaking setting for weddings.
Are there any exclusive wedding offers available at Harewood House?
Between January and March, Harewood House offers an exclusive winter hire package allowing for private and intimate celebrations with exclusive use of the House and The Hovels.
Can guests enjoy outdoor spaces during their wedding at Harewood House?
Absolutely. Guests can enjoy drinks and canapés on the South Terrace after the ceremony, which provides spectacular views over award-winning gardens and a shimmering lake, perfect for memorable wedding photos.
Does Harewood House collaborate with preferred vendors for weddings?
Yes, to maintain the venue’s historic integrity and quality, all weddings at Harewood House work with an approved list of trusted suppliers, ensuring a seamless and high-quality experience.
How does booking a wedding at Harewood House support heritage preservation?
All wedding income at Harewood House contributes directly to preserving the magnificent estate, helping protect its beauty and rich history for future generations to enjoy.
