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Price: £6,750 – £10,875
Guests: 200
Description
Description
Celebrate Your Wedding at York Racecourse: A Unique and Elegant Venue
If you’re looking for a wedding venue that combines history, elegance, and excitement, York Racecourse is a fantastic choice. Nestled in the heart of the historic city of York, this stunning location offers beautifully manicured lawns and the iconic racetrack as a breathtaking backdrop. It’s perfect for couples who want their wedding photos to be as memorable and unique as their love story.
Spaces That Fit Your Wedding Style
Whether you’re planning an intimate ceremony or a grand celebration, York Racecourse has a variety of spaces to bring your vision to life. You can host both your ceremony and reception here, making it easy to move from your heartfelt vows to an evening filled with dining and dancing.
- Spacious suites that accommodate up to 250 guests, offering magnificent views across the racecourse.
- The Parade Ring Restaurant, a modern, timber-clad space with exclusive views of the Parade Ring and Pre Parade Stables—ideal for a contemporary wedding vibe.
- Fully licensed for civil ceremonies and partnerships, with rooms seating up to 150 guests for your ceremony.
- In warmer months, you can say “I do” on an outdoor balcony overlooking the stunning York Minster—a truly unforgettable setting.
Expert Service and Award-Winning Cuisine
The experienced team at York Racecourse is committed to making your wedding day flawless. Known for impeccable service and exquisite food, their in-house caterers will create a wedding breakfast tailored to your tastes and budget. Expect a top-quality culinary experience, complemented by award-winning wines and champagnes to add a luxurious touch to your celebration.
Everything You Need for Your Perfect Day
- Conveniently located near York city center, with excellent transport links and plenty of free parking for your guests.
- A variety of customizable wedding packages designed to suit your specific needs.
- Facilities including a bridal changing area, sound system, and dancefloor to keep the party going all night.
- A dedicated team ready to guide and support you throughout your planning journey, helping you create the wedding day you’ve always dreamed of.
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: Rebecca Saltmer
We are a passionate, detail-oriented team who will guide you through the booking process and are here throughout the lead up to ensure all details are captured and handed over to our events delivery team. I have years of experience in events planning and my approach is centred around understanding your vision, cucuriating every detail to perfection and ensuring a stress free planning process.
Let us create the wedding day of your dreams !
Experience
Year Business Was Established
1981
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
20
Overview of York Racecourse
Wedding Venue Type
Sporting Venue / Stadium
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
200
Reception Capacity
200
Pricing for York Racecourse
Pricing for York Racecourse
What's Included?
Minimum numbers apply
Set menu options only
Table linen included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Cutlery included
Wine allowance per guest
With a selection of 3 menus bands to choose from you can really tailor your wedding to suite you.
With over 30 years experience within the catering industry you will have a hard time picking just one of our delicious dishes
Hide detailsReviews (22)
- JJames & Sarah03/02/2025A Celebration of Love and Laughter.A Celebration of Love and Laughter.I cannot express enough how thrilled we were with our choice of York Racecourse as our wedding venue. From the moment we arrived for our initial visit, the staff made us feel incredibly welcome and were eager to assist us in planning our special day. The stunning backdrop of the racecourse, with its beautiful grounds and elegant interiors, provided the perfect setting for our celebration. The versatility of the space allowed us to customise everything to our liking, and the breathtaking views added a touch of magic to our reception. On the day of our wedding, everything went off without a hitch, thanks to the meticulous planning and attention to detail from the venue team. They ensured that every aspect was taken care of, allowing us to relax and enjoy our day with family and friends. The food was absolutely delicious, and our guests couldn't stop raving about it! Overall, our experience at York Racecourse was nothing short of exceptional, and we are so grateful for the wonderful memories created there. We highly recommend this venue to any couple looking for a beautiful and accommodating place to celebrate their love.I cannot express enough how thrilled we were with our choice of York Racecourse as our wedding venue. From the moment we arrived for our initial visit, the staff made us feel incredibly welcome and were eager to assist us in planning our special day. The stunning backdrop of the racecourse, with its beautiful grounds and elegant interiors, provided the perfect setting for our celebration. The versatility of the space allowed us to customise everything to our liking, and the breathtaking views added a touch of magic to our reception. On the day of our wedding, everything went off without a hitch, thanks to the meticulous planning and attention to detail from the venue team. They ensured that every aspect was taken care of, allowing us to relax and enjoy our day with family and friends. The food was absolutely delicious, and our guests couldn't stop raving about it! Overall, our experience at York Racecourse was nothing short of exceptional, and we are so grateful for the wonderful memories created there. We highly recommend this venue to any couple looking for a beautiful and accommodating place to celebrate their love.
- PPaul22/01/2025Afternoon TeaAfternoon TeaOur event went really well last week, your staff couldn’t have been more helpful and professional, and the afternoon tea was delicious, the room, set up and tables looked great, everything spotlessly clean, we have received a lot of positive feedback. We would certainly consider the racecourse for future events. Our event went really well last week, your staff couldn’t have been more helpful and professional, and the afternoon tea was delicious, the room, set up and tables looked great, everything spotlessly clean, we have received a lot of positive feedback. We would certainly consider the racecourse for future events.
- MMarielle22/01/2025Private Dinner Private DinnerWe had an absolutely wonderful time, thanks to your beautiful venue and your excellent team, who were exceptionally helpful and friendly throughout the entire evening. I can only say that we have nothing but positive feedback to share and we hope to have the opportunity to host another delightful dinner at your venue in the future. We had an absolutely wonderful time, thanks to your beautiful venue and your excellent team, who were exceptionally helpful and friendly throughout the entire evening. I can only say that we have nothing but positive feedback to share and we hope to have the opportunity to host another delightful dinner at your venue in the future.
- RRacing welfare event22/01/2025Private event - Racing Welfare Retiree lunchPrivate event - Racing Welfare Retiree lunchI wanted to express our thanks to the whole team behind our wonderful, retired beneficiary Christmas lunch we had at York Racecourse last week, we have received so much wonderful feedback and gratitude from the attendees. As always, the organisation, the room, the atmosphere, the food and service were exceptional, and the event really brought so much joy and laughter to those that attended. As you know these events go such a long way in helping to prevent social isolation within our communityI wanted to express our thanks to the whole team behind our wonderful, retired beneficiary Christmas lunch we had at York Racecourse last week, we have received so much wonderful feedback and gratitude from the attendees. As always, the organisation, the room, the atmosphere, the food and service were exceptional, and the event really brought so much joy and laughter to those that attended. As you know these events go such a long way in helping to prevent social isolation within our community
- JJoanne H22/01/2025fantastic feedback fantastic feedbackWe received fantastic feedback from Anna, one of our staff members who uses a wheelchair. She shared that the event staff went above and beyond to assist her, and she encountered no issues with accessibility. We also received wonderful feedback about the food, which was described as delicious and served promptly with exceptional care and attention to each table. From the event booking process, your support was exceptional. You were not only helpful and professional but also incredibly undersWe received fantastic feedback from Anna, one of our staff members who uses a wheelchair. She shared that the event staff went above and beyond to assist her, and she encountered no issues with accessibility. We also received wonderful feedback about the food, which was described as delicious and served promptly with exceptional care and attention to each table. From the event booking process, your support was exceptional. You were not only helpful and professional but also incredibly unders
- AAllen Passingham21/01/2025Supplier Review - Shaw Audio Visual Supplier Review - Shaw Audio VisualI have been an Installation engineer for over 20years. I am always surprised by the imaginative way York racecourse hospitality Team approach challenges and solve them efficiently and professionallyI have been an Installation engineer for over 20years. I am always surprised by the imaginative way York racecourse hospitality Team approach challenges and solve them efficiently and professionally
- MMark Johnson19/12/2024Supplier Review - reMARKable AV & Events Supplier Review - reMARKable AV & EventsWe are absolutely delighted to work with the wonderful team at York Racecourse Hospitality, and are proud to be a preferred supplier. Whether it’s office personnel, or floor managers, or the chefs and their team – we have always found that working alongside them, they are all friendly, helpful, but most of all professional.We are absolutely delighted to work with the wonderful team at York Racecourse Hospitality, and are proud to be a preferred supplier. Whether it’s office personnel, or floor managers, or the chefs and their team – we have always found that working alongside them, they are all friendly, helpful, but most of all professional.
- CCharlotte Atkinson Photography16/12/2024Supplier Review - Charlotte Atkinson PhotographySupplier Review - Charlotte Atkinson PhotographyIt is a pleasure to work with York Racecourse Hospitality, everything is so easy, the communication, the team is all absolutely brilliant. If they are this good with their suppliers I can only imagine they are even better with their brides & groomsIt is a pleasure to work with York Racecourse Hospitality, everything is so easy, the communication, the team is all absolutely brilliant. If they are this good with their suppliers I can only imagine they are even better with their brides & grooms
- TTasha - Valkyrie Cakes12/12/2024Supplier Review - Valkyrie CakesSupplier Review - Valkyrie CakesLocated less than 2 miles from my studio, York Racecourse is one of my favourite wedding venues in York! As a wedding supplier, they are a dream to work with and communication is always prompt when arranging deliveries. The venue itself is stunning, gets a ton of natural light, and the ideal place for a wedding in York, with lots of accommodation nearby for guests. I cannot recommend them enough!Located less than 2 miles from my studio, York Racecourse is one of my favourite wedding venues in York! As a wedding supplier, they are a dream to work with and communication is always prompt when arranging deliveries. The venue itself is stunning, gets a ton of natural light, and the ideal place for a wedding in York, with lots of accommodation nearby for guests. I cannot recommend them enough!
- LLesley Coulthard12/12/2024Supplier Review - Treasured OccasionsSupplier Review - Treasured OccasionsI’ve worked with York Racecourse for 5 years now providing venue styling services. They have a great range of venues to suit different party sizes. They have a brilliant team on site who liaise closely with brides and suppliers to ensure a stress free and enjoyable wedding party. Nothing is too much trouble and they go above and beyond to make sure the wedding is perfect. They are a joy to work with.I’ve worked with York Racecourse for 5 years now providing venue styling services. They have a great range of venues to suit different party sizes. They have a brilliant team on site who liaise closely with brides and suppliers to ensure a stress free and enjoyable wedding party. Nothing is too much trouble and they go above and beyond to make sure the wedding is perfect. They are a joy to work with.
Location & Contact Details for York Racecourse
Location & Contact Details for York Racecourse
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What makes York Racecourse a unique wedding venue in York?
York Racecourse offers a unique blend of history, elegance, and excitement situated in the heart of York. With beautifully manicured lawns and the iconic racetrack as a backdrop, it provides an unforgettable setting ideal for memorable wedding photos and celebrations.
What types of wedding ceremonies and receptions can York Racecourse accommodate?
York Racecourse welcomes both intimate ceremonies and grand celebrations. Couples can host their entire wedding—from the ceremony to the reception—on-site, with spaces accommodating up to 250 guests for receptions and up to 150 guests for civil ceremonies or partnerships.
Which wedding spaces are available at York Racecourse?
The venue offers several distinctive spaces including:
- Spacious suites with views across the racecourse, suitable for up to 250 guests.
- The Parade Ring Restaurant, a modern timber-clad space overlooking the Parade Ring and Pre Parade Stables, perfect for contemporary weddings.
- Outdoor balconies with stunning views of York Minster for warmer months weddings.
Is York Racecourse licensed for civil wedding ceremonies?
Yes, York Racecourse is fully licensed for civil ceremonies and partnerships. It offers rooms that can seat up to 150 guests to hold your official wedding ceremony.
What catering options and cuisine does York Racecourse provide for weddings?
The experienced in-house catering team at York Racecourse offers award-winning cuisine tailored to your tastes and budget. Expect a wedding breakfast featuring exquisite dishes accompanied by award-winning wines and champagnes to enhance your celebration.
Are there packages available to customize the wedding experience at York Racecourse?
Yes, the venue offers a variety of customizable wedding packages designed to fit specific needs and preferences, ensuring a personalized and perfect wedding day.
What facilities and amenities does York Racecourse offer for wedding events?
Facilities include a bridal changing area, a professional sound system, and a dancefloor to keep the festivities lively throughout the night. Additionally, ample free parking and excellent transport links are available for guests.
Where is York Racecourse located and how accessible is it for guests?
York Racecourse is conveniently located near York city center, with excellent transport links making it easy for guests to access. The venue also provides plenty of free parking spaces for guests who drive.
Can the outdoor spaces at York Racecourse be used for wedding ceremonies?
Yes, during the warmer months, couples have the option to hold their ceremony on the outdoor balcony overlooking the stunning York Minster, creating a truly unforgettable setting.
Does York Racecourse provide support during the wedding planning process?
Absolutely. A dedicated team at York Racecourse is committed to guiding and supporting couples throughout their wedding planning journey to create the wedding day they have always dreamed of.
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