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Discover Hotel Indigo Durham: A Unique Wedding Venue in the Heart of the City
If you’re dreaming of a wedding that combines historic charm with modern style, Hotel Indigo Durham is a perfect choice. Nestled in Durham’s vibrant city centre, this venue is set within the stunning Grade II listed Old Shire Hall, offering breathtaking views of the iconic Durham Cathedral. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be surrounded by beautiful architectural details like a grand tiled hall, an elegant marble staircase, and colorful stained glass windows—setting a truly memorable scene for your special day.
An Intimate and Elegant Space for Your Celebration
Hotel Indigo Durham specializes in intimate weddings, ideal for couples who want a sophisticated and personal atmosphere. The main event space, the historic Council Room, comfortably hosts up to 60 guests for your wedding breakfast. With its original wood panelling and soft, romantic lighting, this room creates a warm and elegant backdrop for your vows and reception. If you’re planning a larger celebration, you can also choose to exclusively hire the entire hotel for added privacy and flexibility.
Catering and Accommodation Tailored to Your Needs
- Exceptional Dining Experience: Enjoy wedding breakfast menus crafted by renowned chef Marco Pierre White, ensuring delicious, high-quality meals for you and your guests. The venue offers in-house catering and a carefully curated wine list to perfectly complement your menu choices.
- Comfortable and Stylish Stays: With 83 bespoke bedrooms, including suites boasting views of Durham Cathedral, your wedding party and guests can relax in comfort without leaving the venue.
- Expert Planning Support: A dedicated wedding coordinator will guide you through every step of the planning process, making sure your day runs smoothly and all your details are taken care of.
Key Features That Make Hotel Indigo Durham Stand Out
This venue beautifully blends historic elegance with modern conveniences to create a seamless wedding experience. It is fully accessible and includes bridal changing facilities for your comfort. Located just a short walk from the scenic River Wear and Durham’s charming cobbled streets, it offers fantastic spots for wedding photography. With its unique combination of heritage, luxury, and attentive service, Hotel Indigo Durham is an exceptional choice for couples looking to celebrate their wedding day in style.
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Reviews (15)
- DDurham Ranger14/09/2023We enjoyed our stay in this great hotelWe enjoyed our stay in this great hotelWe enjoyed our stay in this great hotel. It is close to all the shops and the wonderful walk along the Wear River. The staff was outstanding, making us feel welcome upon our arrival. We particularly enjoyed the breakfast in the beautiful breakfast area.We enjoyed our stay in this great hotel. It is close to all the shops and the wonderful walk along the Wear River. The staff was outstanding, making us feel welcome upon our arrival. We particularly enjoyed the breakfast in the beautiful breakfast area.
- eelb378714/09/2023Staff were very welcomingStaff were very welcomingStaff were very welcoming. Situated in a historic building that has been sympathetically restored. The room was a good size. Amenities were good. Breakfast was nice and a good choice too. Parking good on site too.Staff were very welcoming. Situated in a historic building that has been sympathetically restored. The room was a good size. Amenities were good. Breakfast was nice and a good choice too. Parking good on site too.
- HHowson1714/09/2023Great cocktails !!Great cocktails !!Great hotel lovely stay & friendly staff especially the bar staff. Great cocktails. Very quiet room overlooking the cathedral, really clean especially loved the complimentary mini bar. Haven’t had this before!Great hotel lovely stay & friendly staff especially the bar staff. Great cocktails. Very quiet room overlooking the cathedral, really clean especially loved the complimentary mini bar. Haven’t had this before!
- DDennis Dixon14/09/2023A memorable stayA memorable staySpent our 50th wedding anniversary there 4th until 8th November with 17 of our friends and family. The staff were most helpful and made provision for a private dinner for us in what was a Council committee room. A memorable stay everything ran smoothly especial thanks to Jane Napper the finance managerSpent our 50th wedding anniversary there 4th until 8th November with 17 of our friends and family. The staff were most helpful and made provision for a private dinner for us in what was a Council committee room. A memorable stay everything ran smoothly especial thanks to Jane Napper the finance manager
- PPennyF14/09/2023the staff are all wonderfulthe staff are all wonderfulI love this Hotel Indigo, the staff are all wonderful, from check-in to check-out. Love the breakfast and they serve the best porridge I have ever had. Food is lovely too, what more could you want, a total wonderful experience each time.I love this Hotel Indigo, the staff are all wonderful, from check-in to check-out. Love the breakfast and they serve the best porridge I have ever had. Food is lovely too, what more could you want, a total wonderful experience each time.
- Barbara Tchabo-Thounga14/09/2023Beautiful building Beautiful buildingBeautiful building with friendly and helpful staff. Had a lovely breakfast in what I think was called the rotunda, will definitely visit again!Beautiful building with friendly and helpful staff. Had a lovely breakfast in what I think was called the rotunda, will definitely visit again!
- PPeter Steckel (The Steck)14/09/2023Wonderful place Wonderful placeWonderful place and we recommend just to walk around the hotel and check it out. Nice rooms, big shower. Rooms with views. Breakfast service nice. Service a bit iffy but we sorted it.Wonderful place and we recommend just to walk around the hotel and check it out. Nice rooms, big shower. Rooms with views. Breakfast service nice. Service a bit iffy but we sorted it.
- MM Plantagenet14/09/2023excellent reception serviceexcellent reception serviceBeautiful hotel, excellent reception service. They were very helpful whenever we had a request and made our stay very enjoyable. Breakfast was also delicious :)Beautiful hotel, excellent reception service. They were very helpful whenever we had a request and made our stay very enjoyable. Breakfast was also delicious :)
- CCatherine1234514/09/2023The hotel was great with friendly staffThe hotel was great with friendly staffThe hotel was great with friendly staff, high quality rooms (very clean, and nicely designed), and top level service throughout. The hotel very kindly recognised my birthday - a small touch which made the stay even more memorable.The hotel was great with friendly staff, high quality rooms (very clean, and nicely designed), and top level service throughout. The hotel very kindly recognised my birthday - a small touch which made the stay even more memorable.
- LLoubash114/09/2023The staff were excellent- friendly The staff were excellent- friendlyBeautiful hotel, very clean and stylish. The staff were excellent- friendly and served with a genuine smile. Everything ran smoothly from the start to the finish and we will definitely return to this hotel. Thank you for a super stay!Beautiful hotel, very clean and stylish. The staff were excellent- friendly and served with a genuine smile. Everything ran smoothly from the start to the finish and we will definitely return to this hotel. Thank you for a super stay!
Location & Contact Details for Hotel Indigo Durham
Where is Hotel Indigo Durham located?
Hotel Indigo Durham is located in the heart of Durham city centre at DH1 3HL, County Durham, England. It is set within the Grade II listed Old Shire Hall, a prominent historic building offering stunning views of Durham Cathedral.
What makes Hotel Indigo Durham a unique wedding venue?
Hotel Indigo Durham uniquely combines historic charm and modern style. The venue features architectural details such as a grand tiled hall, elegant marble staircase, original wood panelling, and colorful stained glass windows, all set within a Grade II listed building overlooking Durham Cathedral.
What is the capacity for weddings at Hotel Indigo Durham?
The historic Council Room at Hotel Indigo Durham comfortably hosts up to 60 guests for civil ceremonies and wedding breakfasts. For larger celebrations, couples can opt to exclusively hire the entire hotel to accommodate more guests with added privacy.
Can Hotel Indigo Durham accommodate civil wedding ceremonies?
Yes, the Council Room at Hotel Indigo Durham is licensed for civil ceremonies, allowing couples to exchange their vows in a beautiful and elegant setting within the venue.
Does Hotel Indigo Durham provide catering services for weddings?
Absolutely. The venue offers in-house catering with wedding breakfast menus crafted by the renowned chef Marco Pierre White. They also provide a carefully curated wine list to complement your chosen menu, ensuring a high-quality dining experience for you and your guests.
Are there accommodation options available for wedding guests at Hotel Indigo Durham?
Yes. Hotel Indigo Durham has 83 bespoke bedrooms, including suites with views of Durham Cathedral. This allows your wedding party and guests to stay comfortably and stylishly onsite.
Is there wedding planning support available at Hotel Indigo Durham?
Yes, a dedicated wedding coordinator is available to assist couples throughout the entire planning process. They help ensure your wedding day runs smoothly and that all details are carefully managed.
Does Hotel Indigo Durham have facilities accessible for all guests and bridal changing rooms?
Hotel Indigo Durham is fully accessible, ensuring comfort for all guests. Additionally, the venue includes bridal changing facilities for the convenience of the wedding party.
What nearby locations are suitable for wedding photography when hosting at Hotel Indigo Durham?
The venue is just a short walk from the scenic River Wear and Durham's charming cobbled streets, providing beautiful and iconic backdrops for wedding photography that complement the historic elegance of the venue itself.
Can the entire Hotel Indigo Durham be exclusively hired for weddings?
Yes. Couples looking for added privacy and flexibility can exclusively hire the whole hotel for their wedding day, creating a truly personal and intimate celebration environment.
