Northumberland's best wedding venues

1 The Beaumont Hotel, Hexham

The Victorian townhouse hotel has 33 bedrooms, a stylish brasserie, and an open kitchen.

The function room has capacity for 100 guests, and floor to ceiling windows with views of the 6th century Hexham Abbey and the Sele Park.

One Tripadvisor review said: "Stunning hotel, the service was impeccable and the rooms were beautiful. Stayed for a family wedding. Can't fault anything, and the staff couldn't do enough for us."

Another said: "Absolutely fantastic hotel. 

"Staff, rooms, food and overall teamwork made our stay amazing. We stayed as part of a wedding weekend, everything was done to make our stay perfect," they added.

Thomas and Verity Davies at Hexham House. Credit: Gillian Haves Unfurl Photography

2 Hexham House

A restored Grade II* Listed Building with views of Hexham Abbey and on-site accommodation, the venue can accommodate a maximum of 70 guests.

There are also seven five-star self-catering holiday apartments to choose from.

One Google review said: "Lovely old building with well-kept gardens for that extra special photo."

Another added: "This is a lovely building. But more importantly the registrar was extremely friendly and welcoming. She made it a pleasure to visit."

3 Matfen Hall Country Hotel, Spa and Golf Estate, Matfen

With 53 bedrooms, five dining destinations, a spa retreat and a championship golf course, Matfen Hall offers everything you could imagine on your wedding day.

A Tripadvisor review said: "My new wife and I would like to thank all the staff at Matfen Hall for hosting our wedding last week.

"The bar and restaurant staff were also fantastic. Very attentive and helpful.

"The food - there wasn't a single plate that hadn't been completely emptied, I've had so many compliments from our guests about the quality of the food, it was amazing," they said.

4 Shortflatt Tower, Belsay

Well-tended walled gardens and ancient woodland surrounds Shortflatt Tower. 

Set in a private estate dating back to 1257, the 13th century fortalice tower combines tradition and contemporary touches.

One Facebook review said: "Both the function room, walled gardens and the tower itself were amazing, the rooms in the tower are all different and decorated beautifully.

"Such a great stay, definitely recommended and will definitely be staying again," they added.

5 Healey Barn, Riding Mill

Winner of the Best New Venue at the UK Wedding Awards in 2016, the romantic barn can accommodate up to 144 dinner guests and up to 200 evening reception guests.

"Celebrated my niece's wedding here a few days ago.

"Stunning venue, well laid out, beautifully decorated, with a team of friendly helpful and courteous staff. Excellent day with delicious food," one Facebook reviewer said.

Another said: "Thank you for making our daughters wedding so special, the charming venue and all the staff were superb."

6 Langley Castle Hotel and Restaurant, Langley-on-Tyne

A 10 acre woodland estate and landscaped gardens makes Langley Castle a perfect venue for a fairytale wedding.

The venue only hosts one wedding a day, meaning staff pay the utmost care and attention to every wedding party.

Having been voted the Best Hotel for Romance, Langley Castle offers a couple's package for those wishing to enjoy a special Wedding for Two.

A Tripadvisor review said: "The wedding guests had exclusive use of the castle the day and night of the wedding and we had the most magical day.

"The castle is stunning, the staff very attentive, the food amazing. I cannot recommend this venue highly enough for a wedding, an overnight stay or even an afternoon tea, it really is quite delightful," they added.

7 Capheaton Hall, Capheaton

The hall boasts four reception rooms, and landscaped gardens offer the chance to erect a marquee or tipi.

The business emphasises on the flexibility of the venue - there are no package offers, meaning the organisation is down to the bride or host to plan the wedding.

"From the moment we first visited the venue we fell in love with the beautiful grounds and lovely scenery. The house was great inside and as a whole offered lots of photo opportunities to capture our special day," one Tripadvisor review said.

A Google review said: "Attended Capheaton Hall for a wedding, the ground and house are somewhat incredible. Would recommend."

8 Vallum Marquee and Tipi Wedding Venue, East Wallhouses

The business' key aim is to be the best foodie wedding venue in the North, and it won Best Venue North in the English Wedding Awards in 2018.

One Google review said: "As soon as we viewed the venue we fell in love with it. It's enough of a blank canvas to make the room your own but also has it's own charm and doesn't need much done at all.

"It was truly a perfect day and can't recommend Vallum Farm enough," they said. 

9 Kielder Waterside Tipi Weddings, Kielder

"Beautiful venue. We had the ceremony on the waterside, which was beautiful. The staff at Kielder are amazing and very attentive. We had a steel band outside the Tipi which made a real party atmosphere.

"Amazing experience, a lot of guests said it was the best wedding they have been to," one Google review said.

Another said: "The on-site lodges were also excellent and all of our guests loved staying there the night before and day after. Especially the guys with the hot tubs. Gives people the flexibility to make a holiday of it if they like."

10 Northside Farm, Horsley

The 400 acre farm offers wigwams, glamping pods and cottages to stay in.

"Beautiful place, very quick to respond to messages and queries and go out their way to help plan your big day, cannot wait to get married here," one review said.