The perfect Same Sex Wedding Venue

Finding the perfect wedding venue to celebrate your same-sex marriage in the North East is probably one of the most important decisions you’ll make when planning your big day. At Beamish Hall, we celebrate love and look forward to being part of your special day!

Celebrate your wedding or civil partnership in Durham with us, a stunning 13^th Century wedding venue situated in the rolling hills of the Derwent Valley. A luxurious North Eastern country house wedding venue with plenty of history and luxurious and exquisite wedding suites.

Whether you are getting married, converting your civil partnership to a same-sex marriage or holding a civil partnership ceremony in Durham – Rest assured our wedding team are true romantics and will make your dreams come true!

Beamish Hall Wedding Suites

Our Grade II listed Country House in Durham stands proudly amongst 24 acres of picturesque parklands, whilst remaining beautifully secluded within the rolling hills of The Derwent Valley. This twelfth century hidden treasure has played to some of the most elegant and romantic weddings in the North East, whilst remaining fun and full of character. Beamish Hall is a picture perfect venue to spend the first day of your new life together. Feel free to explore our indoor and outdoor spaces and we look forward to being part of your big day.

Exclusively Yours

Enjoy the privacy and intimacy of Beamish Hall with your loved ones and family. The entirety of the Hall, at your discretion, for the perfect wedding. Regarded as one of the friendliest LGBT+ wedding venues in the North East with a tradition of impeccable service, attention to detail and Northern Hospitality.

A truly unique setting

Celebrate your love at Beamish Hall, A truly unique setting and gay friendly wedding venue for couples. Allow the historic grounds and luxurious wedding suites to play a picturesque part of your big day as you say I do. Have the choice of an exclusive wedding or our fabulous wedding collection.

Monboucher

Stunning bay windows overlook the acres of parklands, leaving you with a beautiful back drop for your perfect day. Over the years we’ve kept these fabulous original features which complement The Monboucher perfectly, as well as a separate bar area to relax with a Whiskey or a Mojito after the dancing shoes are worn through.

Winter Gardens

This spectacular suite has a marquee style roof and stunning terrace with large windows overlooking the grounds. The winter garden can accommodate a minimum of 80 and a maximum of 280 guests for a wedding breakfast and up to 300 for the evening. Beamish Hall is also available for venue only enquiries, where specialised areas of catering are required.

Shafto Hall

A magnificent suite complemented by oak panelling, stained glass windows and minstrels’ gallery. Perfectly suited for a classical or vintage look with endless decor and lighting possibilities. The suite can seat a minimum of 70 and up to a maximum of 120 guests for your wedding breakfast.

Outside Ceremonies

Amidst the tranquil grounds lies the beautiful Winter Gardens Terrace. Getting married outdoors has, over the years, been the dream of many of our brides. One of only a few county Durham hotels licensed for outdoor wedding ceremonies, the terrace can accommodate up to 120 guests and is the perfect complement to your country house wedding.

The Perfect Backdrop

Beamish Hall is the starting point of your beautiful memories. With stunning photo opportunities at every turn, the grand Country House setting and extensive manicured grounds provide the perfect backdrop for photographs that you will share and cherish forever.

By your side the whole way

Getting married at Beamish Hall is a magical day, our experienced wedding co-ordinators are with you from the first views of the Hall right up until you say 'I do'.

For more images of the Hall, suites & grounds do visit our dedicated wedding image gallery.