Weddings & Hospitality
Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering for 30 guests or a big celebration for 120, Newby Hall provides an idyllic backdrop for a beautiful English Country Wedding, a corporate event or private party.
Wedding Ceremonies can take place in the historic surroundings of the Hall, the beautiful Orangery or at the stunning church of Christ the Consoler located on the Estate. Alternatively the Estate is also licensed for outdoor ceremonies with a choice of locations available.
We have several options for your reception including the Library and Statue Gallery of the Main House, the Orangery with its contemporary glass marquee, or our marquee site overlooking the River Ure.
We aim to be flexible in terms of which areas of the Estate you use and as such our expert event planner will work with you to create a highly personal celebration and work with you throughout the planner process.
Availability for 2025
Please get in touch for availability, we do have some weekend dates still available.
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Ceremonies
- Library – 80
- Orangery – Up to 70 inside, 120 outside
- Christ the Consoler – 240
Reception
- Main Hall (Drinks Only) – 250
- Orangery – Up to 120 Seated, 180 Evening
- Marquee Site – Up to 500
The Orangery
Newby Hall, built in the 1690s by Sir Christopher Wren was later enlarged by John Carr and Robert Adam. The orangery, commissioned by William Weddell, dates from 1770 and was designed by Adam’s foreman William Belwood, while Adam was working on Newby.
Over the past 350 years, the building has had many uses, including Tea Room, changing room for visiting theatre companies and Beaters’ Room during the shooting season, all of which had taken a heavy toll.
The Grade I listed building has undergone a major restoration programme, partly funded by a grant from the Country Houses Foundation. This included reinstatement of the building’s original floor to ceiling windows as well as the renovation of the Victorian wooden solid beamed roof, redesigned to enable removal of three central pillars, and the installation of under floor heating.
A stunning grade I listed building which has undergone a major restoration programme creating an elegant and inviting event space perfect for Weddings and special celebrations.
With the recent addition of a contemporary, steel and glass marquee and situated in a leafy private area of the Newby Estate, the Orangery is an exclusive, unique venue seating up to 120 guests.
The Hire of the Orangery can be combined with a drinks reception in the main hall and even a wedding train ride on our miniature railway!
Hire of the Orangery includes, full catering facilities and WC’s, all furniture and a fully stocked and staffed bar. We have worked with some of Yorkshire finest suppliers and our Wedding Co-ordinator will help and advise you throughout your wedding journey.
Please get in touch for further information or to arrange a viewing.
