Hardwick Hall Hotel

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£500 for Venue Hire
Up to 1500
53 Bedrooms
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Description

Hardwick Hall Hotel is a charming wedding venue in Durham, England. A former country seat of the squires of Sedgefield, this venue has a lively story to tell, with the original estate dating from 1183 and the manor from 1435. Hardwick has since been transformed into a sumptuously appointed hotel with outstanding facilities that can cater for weddings of varying sizes and styles. Facilities and Capacity We are delighted to unveil a brand-new offering for 2023 - The Lakeside Marquee. During the warmer months, the Lakeside Marquee is a truly unique offering to the north east, surrounded by breath-taking views of Hardwick Park and grounds. The Lakeside marquee, complete with fire pits, an intimate garden and twinkling lights provides a truly bespoke venue with the ability to add your own personal touches and create your perfect wedding day. This moldable venue has it’s own tailor made bar, perfect for arrival drinks as well as plenty of space for up to 160 of your most loved friends and family to enjoy exquisite dining and further celebrations until late in the evening. Hardwick Hall is fully licensed for civil ceremonies, including the ability to provide an outdoor ceremony. You can choose to say your “I dos” at the romantic Tuscan alcove, set in a secluded area of the grounds boasting magnificent lakeside views. If an outdoor ceremony isn’t quite for you, our Floral Chapel may be more suited. Combining romance with elegance and fabulous traditional features, including the ceiling-high fireplace adorned with flowers and exposed wooden beams, it creates the perfect backdrop for your enchanted wedding ceremony. Along with the beautiful Floral Chapel, which can accommodate up to 120 guests, this venue offers an extensive range of alternatives for your wedding breakfast and ceremonies. The magnificent Coleman Suite comfortably accommodates up to 380 seated guests making it an ideal space for lavish wedding receptions. Guaranteed to impress your guests, this suite boasts

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Events Team
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Experience

Year Business Was Established
1958
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
4

Overview of Hardwick Hall Hotel

Wedding Venue Type
Hotel
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
1500
Reception Capacity
1500
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
53
Sleeps No. of People
106
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Wedding Licence
Dancefloor Available
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Confetti Permitted
Sound System Available

Wedding Venue Details

Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Open Flame Permitted
Marquee Permitted
Bridal Changing Facilities
Pet Friendly
Disabled Access
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator
Ballroom
Water View

Wedding Catering

External Catering Permitted
In-house Catering
Halal Catering
Alcohol Licence
Chinese / Japanese
Eastern European
Caribbean
Latin / South American
Western / European
African
Indian
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Hog Roast
In-House Wine List
Bar

Cultural Specialists

Asian Wedding Specialist
Muslim Wedding Specialist

Pricing for Hardwick Hall Hotel

Wedding Venue Hire Only
Price from £500
Packages (total price)
£4,760 - £12,500
Number of guests included: 80
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Reviews for Hardwick Hall Hotel
(20)

Emma
Happy couple married in October
October 2024
Mr and Mrs Vasey
We got married here on Saturday in the beautiful Floral Chapel and everything was absolutely perfect,the day ran smoothly thanks to Ella and Kalum who nothing was a problem for. Thank you for taking the time to be so helpful to my dad it was greatly appreciate and making him feel comfortable Kalum We would like to take this opportunity to thank Helen and Paige who dealt with us throughout and who answered all my questions no matter how daft. We would like to thank the lady, we didn't catch her name, who put the table decorations out so beautifully and exactly how we envisioned. All the staff were polite and professional throughout especially the barman in the main bar for the after party! He was very patient with us despite the late hour. Thank you all for making our day so special, memorable and stress free. Keith and Emma Vasey
Emma
Happy couple married in October
October 2024
Mr and Mrs Vasey
We got married here on Saturday in the beautiful Floral Chapel and everything was absolutely perfect,the day ran smoothly thanks to Ella and Kalum who nothing was a problem for. Thank you for taking the time to be so helpful to my dad it was greatly appreciate and making him feel comfortable Kalum We would like to take this opportunity to thank Helen and Paige who dealt with us throughout and who answered all my questions no matter how daft. We would like to thank the lady, we didn't catch her name, who put the table decorations out so beautifully and exactly how we envisioned. All the staff were polite and professional throughout especially the barman in the main bar for the after party! He was very patient with us despite the late hour. Thank you all for making our day so special, memorable and stress free. Keith and Emma Vasey
Derry & Sam
Happy couple married in August
August 2024
Our Perfect Wedding Day
We got married at Hardwick Hall Hotel on 8/8/24 and it was THE most perfect day we could have wished for. I could write paragraph upon paragraph about our day, but the purpose of this review is to shine a light on the fantastic staff who are an absolute asset to the company! Massive thank you to Paige, Helen, Craig and all the other staff who worked that day. Your kindness, calmness, professionalism and high standard of service was second to none throughout the whole process. Nothing was too much trouble, no question was too silly. They were always happy to meet with us whenever we needed. We used to drive to Hardwick for wedding meetings feeling stressed about the monumental task of organising such a thing, but we’d always leave with a sense of calmness and clarity that seemingly only the coordinators could provide. To anyone getting married or considering getting married at Hardwick Hall, sit back and relax, you’re in for a smooth ride, as these guys know their stuff inside and out! One final note as I believe Paige, Helen and Craig will have a giggle at this one, I (the groom) cried tears of joy all day…. Total he-man! 🤣 Again, thank you so much to all at Hardwick Derry & Sam Aka Mr & Mrs Everett
Amber
Wedding: March
May 2024
Thank you Hardwick!
Visited for Mother’s Day Lunch and it was absolutely faultless. We did the set 3 course dinner, and the food, service and atmosphere was 10/10. Would definitely recommend and will certainly be visiting again in the near future. Thank you Hardwick!
Dave
Wedding: April
May 2024
Recommend highly
A fantastic room overlooking the park and lake, great staff in the hotel and a wonderful meal in the restaurant. This was topped off with a lovely breakfast the next morning. We have already planned to return to this hotel. If you are in the area, and are looking for somewhere to stay and eat, I certainly recommend you consider this hotel.
Ruth
Wedding: October
May 2024
Heaven
Beautiful hotel set in beautiful grounds. You must try the steak in garlic butter.....amazing. Huge bath and huge bed. Heaven. Staff were very helpful and chatty. Would highly recommend for a night away or just a meal as the steak nights are excellent value for money.
Helene
Wedding: April
May 2024
5*
My daughter got married today and had her reception in the Boyne suite. The staff were lovely, and the food tasted lovely. Thank you for a lovely day.
Julie
Wedding: September
May 2024
Stress free.
My daughter was married in Hardwick and everything was just perfect. From the food the night before in the rib room to the day itself. Everything ran smoothly, the wedding team handled everything making as stress free as possible. Just perfect 🥰
P
Wedding: October
May 2024
Lovely
Daughter got married here it was a great day the staff were lovely and made the day spectacular, the room we stayed in was lovely!
Mary
Happy couple married in July
May 2024
Perfect
Our wedding day was made absolutely perfect Thank you so much!

Location & Contact Details for Hardwick Hall Hotel

Wedding Venue Address

Hardwick Hall, Sedgefield, County Durham, TS21 2EH, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

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Nearest Town

Sedgefield

Nearest Motorway & Junction

A1M J59

Nearest Train Station

Durham

Nearest Airport

Newcastle

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Describe the best wedding that happened at Hardwick Hall Hotel?

All of our weddings are the very best.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Collaborate, make sure both of your ideas are included so that your big day is even more special.

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

A doggy ring bearer - So cute you'll cry!

Describe Hardwick Hall Hotel in 5 adjectives

Romantic, Unique, Iconic, Timeless, Unforgettable.

Where’s the best photo spot at Hardwick Hall Hotel?

With such a beautiful venue, there's too many to pick just one!

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Hardwick Hall Hotel?

Shhhhhhhhhhh, we can't tell you that - It's a secret..............

What’s your favourite canapé?

Has to be Cucumber-Dill!

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Chocolate-covered strawberries, simple but timeless.

What is Hardwick Hall Hotel most unique feature?

Our amazing couples make our venue unique - We have the very best couples!

What part of your business are you most proud of?

The bespoke feel to the weddings we host, every single one is different to the last.