Pennine Heritage at the Birchcliffe Centre

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Price: £750 – £1,000
Guests: 80
Bedrooms: 14

Description

With historic tiered pews to seat 150, and a flexible floor space ready to become your dining hall or dancefloor, the Birchcliffe Centre is the perfect blank canvas to create your dream day. Set on a wooded hillside above beautiful Hebden Bridge, nature and history come together in this unique space. And with the beautifully renovated Hebden Bridge Hostel right next door, you and your guests won't need to travel far. The Hall comes complete with a full kitchen for use by your caterers, and an additional mezzanine area to give you some private space for getting ready. We have an integrated A/V system and cinema-quality projection screen, and this former chapel boasts incredible acoustics, so they will be able to hear you in the back! Our wedding package gives you access to the Hall from 4pm on Friday until 2pm on Sunday, so you have plenty of time to set up, enjoy your day, and clear up the next day. As a small charity, we cannot offer any event-planning services, however we would be happy to put you in touch with some fantastic local businesses to support your event. Pennine Heritage is a small charity dedicated to conserving this incredible building since 1979. Every penny of your booking fee will go back into the upkeep of the Birchcliffe Centre, so we can maintain this piece of history for years to come. Accessibility: The Hall is wheelchair accessible from our lower car park, and neighbouring Hebden Bridge Hostel includes wheelchair-accessible rooms.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
1978
No. of Weddings Hosted
Between 10 and 30
Public Liability Insurance
Yes

Overview of Pennine Heritage at the Birchcliffe Centre

Wedding Venue Type
Event Venue
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
80
Reception Capacity
150

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Church within walking distance
Dancefloor available
Confetti permitted
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Wedding Venue Details

Disabled access
Grade I/II Listed Building
Outdoor Reception Space
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Wedding Catering

External catering permitted
No corkage charge for own alcohol

Pricing for Pennine Heritage at the Birchcliffe Centre

Wedding Venue Hire Only
£750.00 – £1,000.00
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Venue hire gives you access from 4pm on Friday to 2pm on Sunday, giving you plenty of time to set up and take down. We are a very small charity, so cannot offer any wedding-planning support: the venue is yours to do with as you choose!
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Location & Contact Details for Pennine Heritage at the Birchcliffe Centre

Wedding Venue Address
Birchcliffe Road, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, HX7 8DG, England, United Kingdom
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What is the seating capacity of Pennine Heritage at the Birchcliffe Centre for weddings?

The Birchcliffe Centre features historic tiered pews that can seat up to 150 guests, making it ideal for ceremonies and receptions of that size.

Can the Birchcliffe Centre's main hall be customized for different wedding layouts?

Yes, the flexible floor space of the hall allows it to be transformed into your preferred dining hall, dancefloor, or any layout you envision for your special day.

Is there onsite accommodation available for wedding guests?

Yes, the beautifully renovated Hebden Bridge Hostel is located right next door, providing convenient accommodation options so guests won’t need to travel far.

What facilities does the Birchcliffe Centre offer for catering during weddings?

The Hall comes equipped with a full kitchen available for use by your caterers, ensuring smooth food preparation and service on your wedding day.

Are there audio-visual amenities available at the venue?

Absolutely. The centre features an integrated A/V system along with a cinema-quality projection screen. The building's excellent acoustics, former chapel design, ensure clear sound even at the back.

What is the duration of venue access included in the wedding package?

Your wedding package grants access to the Hall from 4 PM on Friday until 2 PM on Sunday, giving you ample time for setup, the wedding event, and cleanup.

Does Pennine Heritage provide event planning services for weddings?

As a small charity, the Birchcliffe Centre does not offer event planning services. However, they can connect you with trusted local businesses to assist with your wedding needs.

How does booking a wedding at the Birchcliffe Centre support the venue?

Every penny from your booking fee goes directly into the maintenance and upkeep of this historic building, helping preserve it for future generations.

Is the venue accessible for guests with disabilities?

The Hall is wheelchair accessible via the lower car park, and the neighbouring Hebden Bridge Hostel includes wheelchair-accessible rooms to accommodate guests with mobility needs.

What makes the Birchcliffe Centre a unique wedding venue in Hebden Bridge?

Set on a wooded hillside above Hebden Bridge, the Birchcliffe Centre combines natural beauty with history. Its former chapel architecture, stunning setting, and flexible spaces provide a distinctive and memorable backdrop for your dream day.