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The Guildhall York, nestled in the heart of the city, strikes the perfect balance between modern and historic. With its dramatic arched ceilings, towering stone walls, and a stunning stained glass window, The Guildhall offers a breathtaking backdrop for your big day. While it exudes the grandeur of a cathedral, this Grade I Listed building was once used for municipal services and is now a refurbished and modernized venue that belongs to the city. Inside, you’ll find a variety of beautiful dining and social spaces perfect for celebrating after you’ve said "I do."
The Main Hall can host up to 120 guests for dining, and 270 for your standing evening reception - a stunning room for both ceremony blessings and receptions. Imagine it adorned with decor and floral installations – the perfect setting for your magical day. The airy Atrium and Committee Room One are ideal for preparations or to store personal items, offering additional comfort and convenience.
The Guildhall offers award-winning, on-site catering, and the team is happy to help bring your culinary vision to life. Catering is available for up to 120 people, ensuring an exceptional dining experience for your guests.
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Reviews (10)
- GGemma & Paul13/02/2025The Venue is BREATHTAKING and so memorableThe Venue is BREATHTAKING and so memorableThe venue is breathtaking and so memorable - our guests were blown away and we love the stunning photos we captured. The venue is just so special and its amazing to be in the centre of York on your special day. The team are also incredible and I loved planning the day with them.The venue is breathtaking and so memorable - our guests were blown away and we love the stunning photos we captured. The venue is just so special and its amazing to be in the centre of York on your special day. The team are also incredible and I loved planning the day with them.
- GGovernment Internal Audit Agency13/02/2025The team was fabulousThe team was fabulousThe team was fabulous, immediately responding to our questions before the event and solving problems on the day. Catering provided great food with all our allergen/dietary information clearly displayed. The food was incredibly tasty and our guests were really happy with our eventThe team was fabulous, immediately responding to our questions before the event and solving problems on the day. Catering provided great food with all our allergen/dietary information clearly displayed. The food was incredibly tasty and our guests were really happy with our event
- BBright White Ltd13/02/2025We are very grateful to each and every one of youWe are very grateful to each and every one of youWe are very grateful to each and every one of you. The security staff, catering staff and our contact for the day were absolutely excellent. The advice given during planning, assistance with estimation of our guests needs and the way they were with every single one of our guests (and they all commented) was outstanding. A massive thank you for making quite a complex event into a super smooth experience on the day.We are very grateful to each and every one of you. The security staff, catering staff and our contact for the day were absolutely excellent. The advice given during planning, assistance with estimation of our guests needs and the way they were with every single one of our guests (and they all commented) was outstanding. A massive thank you for making quite a complex event into a super smooth experience on the day.
- HHumber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board13/02/2025Everything we asked for was catered forEverything we asked for was catered forOur event coordinator was fantastic as well as the team she works with. She ensured that everything we asked for was catered for and goes above and beyond to make sure everything runs smoothly. Her professionalism to the role she undertakes is very much valuedOur event coordinator was fantastic as well as the team she works with. She ensured that everything we asked for was catered for and goes above and beyond to make sure everything runs smoothly. Her professionalism to the role she undertakes is very much valued
- IInsights to Action Event at The Guildhall13/02/2025A WOW FACTORA WOW FACTORThe Guildhall itself was a wow factor for our event and people commented on it several times. Katie was fabulous helping me with every tiny aspect of the event, both in the lead up to the event and on the day. All the other staff in the venue were helpful, nothing was too much trouble.The Guildhall itself was a wow factor for our event and people commented on it several times. Katie was fabulous helping me with every tiny aspect of the event, both in the lead up to the event and on the day. All the other staff in the venue were helpful, nothing was too much trouble.
- CCity of York Council13/02/2025It was the BEST foodIt was the BEST foodWe had a lot of praise from our guests about the space at The Guildhall and about the food (including a great selection of vegan options!) One attendee said 'it was the best food they have had at an event in a long time'. Kitti was great at organising and everything was well planned, even my last minute questions and staff made sure our fully vegan/vegetarian requests alongside other allergies were catered for.We had a lot of praise from our guests about the space at The Guildhall and about the food (including a great selection of vegan options!) One attendee said 'it was the best food they have had at an event in a long time'. Kitti was great at organising and everything was well planned, even my last minute questions and staff made sure our fully vegan/vegetarian requests alongside other allergies were catered for.
- NNational PRISM Network Conference13/02/2025Outstanding Customer ServiceOutstanding Customer ServiceThe customer service was outstanding. In the lead-up to the event, responses to emails were quick and on the day, nothing was too much of an ask. There were plenty of people around to help, facilities were excellent, the venue looked beautiful and was very comfortable. Everyone was extremely helpful. I cannot recommend it enough!The customer service was outstanding. In the lead-up to the event, responses to emails were quick and on the day, nothing was too much of an ask. There were plenty of people around to help, facilities were excellent, the venue looked beautiful and was very comfortable. Everyone was extremely helpful. I cannot recommend it enough!
- JJ&J23/02/2024We are over the moon!We are over the moon!We had the most amazing day and cannot thank you and everyone at Guildhall enough for all you did to make our day so incredibly wonderful!! Our families loved the food, the venue, the staff - just everything, we are over the moon!We had the most amazing day and cannot thank you and everyone at Guildhall enough for all you did to make our day so incredibly wonderful!! Our families loved the food, the venue, the staff - just everything, we are over the moon!
- LLeanne & Carlos23/02/2024It was everything we could have ever dreamed of.It was everything we could have ever dreamed of.We had the most amazing time and it was everything we could have ever dreamed of and more. Your service was exceptional and we felt so special throughout. I wish Nadia every success in her career, you do an absolutely amazing job!!We had the most amazing time and it was everything we could have ever dreamed of and more. Your service was exceptional and we felt so special throughout. I wish Nadia every success in her career, you do an absolutely amazing job!!
- NNelson & Creasey23/02/2024The day was absolutely perfectThe day was absolutely perfectThank you so much for everything. The day was absolutely perfect, and that's thanks to you all. Honestly, it was so wonderful. Everyone has said how great the food was and how amazing the staff were. Special thanks to Claire for looking after me, and more importantly my Nana.Thank you so much for everything. The day was absolutely perfect, and that's thanks to you all. Honestly, it was so wonderful. Everyone has said how great the food was and how amazing the staff were. Special thanks to Claire for looking after me, and more importantly my Nana.
Location & Contact Details for The Guildhall York
Where is The Guildhall York located?
The Guildhall York is located at YO1 9QL, St Martin's Courtyard, Coney Street, York, North Yorkshire, England, GB, right in the heart of the historic city of York.
What is the historical significance of The Guildhall York?
The Guildhall York is a Grade I Listed building that was originally used for municipal services. Its stunning architecture includes dramatic arched ceilings, towering stone walls, and a beautiful stained glass window, blending historic grandeur with modern refurbishment.
What is the maximum capacity of The Guildhall York for weddings?
The Main Hall at The Guildhall can accommodate up to 120 guests for dining and up to 270 guests for standing evening receptions, making it perfect for both intimate and larger wedding celebrations.
What types of wedding events can be held at The Guildhall York?
The Guildhall York is ideal for various parts of your wedding day, including:
- Ceremonies and blessings in the stunning Main Hall
- Dinner receptions for up to 120 guests
- Evening standing receptions for up to 270 guests
- Preparation and private space use in the Atrium and Committee Room One
Does The Guildhall York provide catering services?
Yes, The Guildhall offers award-winning, on-site catering services. Their experienced team can help you bring your culinary vision to life, catering for up to 120 guests to ensure a memorable dining experience.
What additional rooms are available for use during the wedding day?
The Guildhall features the airy Atrium and Committee Room One, which can be used for preparations, private moments, or storing personal items, adding convenience and comfort to your special day.
Can The Guildhall York be decorated for weddings?
Absolutely! The stunning Main Hall provides a breathtaking backdrop perfect for all kinds of decor including floral installations, allowing you to personalize the space to reflect your wedding style.
Is The Guildhall York suitable for both modern and traditional wedding themes?
Yes, The Guildhall York strikes the perfect balance between modern and historic elements, making it an ideal venue for both contemporary and traditional wedding themes.
How can I contact The Guildhall York for wedding bookings or enquiries?
You can reach out directly to The Guildhall York through their official website or by visiting the venue at St Martin's Courtyard, Coney Street, York to discuss bookings and plans for your wedding day.
What makes The Guildhall York a unique wedding venue in North Yorkshire?
The Guildhall York stands out due to its stunning architecture featuring grand cathedral-like elements, historic significance as a Grade I Listed building, versatile event spaces like the Main Hall and Atrium, and award-winning on-site catering, all situated in the vibrant city centre of York.
