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Birdsall House is an an elegant and exquisitely furnished North Yorkshire country house wedding venue. This family owned, country house provides the ideal setting for a wedding where guests can celebrate in style and complete privacy.
Whether you are looking to hold a formal Church wedding, a civil ceremony in one of the magnificent reception rooms or a more relaxed blessing amongst the 12th Century ruins, the team, which includes Lady Cara Willoughby, strive to go the extra mile to ensure the day you dream of can turn into a reality. Each wedding is tailored to your requirements and the house is exclusively yours for the duration of your celebrations.
Birdsall doesn’t do ‘packages’ but instead provides a bespoke service for couples. Starting with a fresh sheet of paper, our events coordinators listens to your vision and ideas and works with you to create your perfect day. The team spend time getting to know couples to ensure you feel relaxed and at home at Birdsall.
If you choose Birdsall House for your wedding the house is exclusively yours to give you and your suppliers time to set up and organise your day. There are six beautifully restored en-suite bedrooms for you and your immediate wedding party to make a wonderful and memorable weekend of your celebrations, parties then use nearby Langton Hall for additional accommodation.
In April 2024, we also launched a new exclusive event space for Yorkshire, totally unique to anything else in the North of England and perfect when it’s time for your evening reception and you really want to celebrate. Transformed from Birdsall House’s old Victorian kitchens and covering the entire basement floor of the stately home, it’s the perfect place to host celebrations.
The Old Servant’s Hall and bar area is for catching up with friends and family, the Old Kitchen is for dancing. The Old Pantry is for dining. The Cook’s Room has space to sit and chat. Accommodating up to 200 guests. Totally accessible. A slight sense of 1920’s prohibition with the feel of a private members club behind a hidden entrance.
On Sunday 2nd February, we’ll be hosting our annual Wedding Showcase, with exclusive half-hour private tours just for you and your fiancé (though you are welcome to bring friends or family too). This is a chance to see the house dressed for a wedding and ask any questions you might have. Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/our-exclusive-wedding-showcase-booking-essential-tickets-1089862601379?aff=oddtdtcreator
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What ceremony options do you offer?
We have a few options for weddings, whether you are looking for a Church of England wedding in the Church within our grounds, a civil ceremony in our 12th Century Ruins or a blessing in one of our magnificent state rooms. We cater for all faiths and look forward to talking through your thoughts and ideas with you.
Do you have accommodation on site?
We have 6 newly renovated en-suite guest rooms for the bridal party to use in the house. We also work with nearby Langton Hall (www.langtonhall.org) which can be taken exclusively for your wedding and provide a further 67 beds for your guests with a shuttle to and from Birdsall.
Can we provide our own catering?
All food, with the exception of the wedding cake and evening food, is to be provided by one of our six preferred catering companies. We have chosen these caterers and chefs as we know they are superb at providing the best that Yorkshire food has to offer. If alternative caterers are required for ethnic or religious reasons this can be considered.
Can we provide our own alcohol?
All our drinks at Birdsall are run by Jules from Fusion Event Bars. Jules works for the top venues in Yorkshire and is able to work with you to provide a personalised, well run and efficient bar for your wedding.
Can we choose our own suppliers?
With the exception of food and alcohol you are free to choose your other suppliers, such as photographers, florists, musicians and entertainers. Our team is here to help you find the right one for you.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
We have a ramp (if required) for guests with walking difficulties to get up the front steps and access is possible to all the downstairs rooms. Whilst we do not have any bedrooms that can be accessed by wheelchairs we can advise on local accommodation that is accessible.
Where can we dance in the evening?
Yes! We have just renovated the ‘downstairs’ area of Birdsall House to create a prohibition style nightclub in our basement. With a members club vibe and choice of rooms to relax and chat with friends, grab a glass of fizz from the bar or dance the night away, we have your evening celebrations covered, in style!
How does planning service work?
At Birdsall House, you are completely taken care of throughout the whole planning process and we will be with you through every step of the way – as well as being there on the day to help make sure the day goes off without a hitch. All you & your guests have to worry about is having the best day of your lives!