Exclusive Hire at Appleby Castle
About this space
With the magnificent grounds of Appleby Castle all to yourself, you and your guests can freely enjoy and discover every picturesque spot that catches your eye. Welcoming groups of up to 110 people, the venue allows for sumptuous yet intimate celebrations.
Walk down the aisles of the historic halls to join the love of your life for a romantic ceremony, followed by a relaxed drinks reception in the gardens. Catch the beautiful sunshine and find the perfect setting for your wedding photography. There is plenty to choose from. The gourmet breakfast in the Great Hall is sure to satisfy even the most demanding connoisseur. Once you’re ready, the rest of your festivities can continue in the Old Great Hall with the adjoining bar to keep your drinks coming until late hours. With onsite luxurious accommodation available, travelling guests can spend the night in comfortable antique beds and join you for breakfast in the morning.
Prices
• A dedicated, experienced wedding coordinator to help plan your special day.
• Use of a selection of ceremony rooms and spaces.
• Use of the inner bailey, Old Great Hall, and gardens for pre-wedding breakfast drinks.
• Exclusive use of the Great Hall for the Wedding Breakfast.
• Exclusive use of the Old Great Hall, the adjoining bar, and cloakroom.
• Parking for over 100 cars, bars, antique furnishings, roaring fires, etc.
• Excludes drinks packages, wedding meals, and accommodation.
• Discounted accommodation and bar options.
• A dedicated, experienced wedding coordinator to help plan your special day.
• Use of a selection of ceremony rooms and spaces.
• Use of the inner bailey, Old Great Hall, and gardens for pre-wedding breakfast drinks.
• Exclusive use of the Great Hall for the Wedding Breakfast.
• Exclusive use of the Old Great Hall, the adjoining bar, and cloakroom.
• Parking for over 100 cars, bars, antique furnishings, roaring fires, etc.
• Excludes drinks packages, wedding meals, and accommodation.
• Discounted accommodation and bar options.
• A dedicated, experienced wedding coordinator to help plan your special day.
• Use of a selection of ceremony rooms and spaces.
• Use of the inner bailey, Old Great Hall, and gardens for pre-wedding breakfast drinks.
• Exclusive use of the Great Hall for the Wedding Breakfast.
• Exclusive use of the Old Great Hall, the adjoining bar, and cloakroom.
• Parking for over 100 cars, bars, antique furnishings, roaring fires, etc.
• Excludes drinks packages, wedding meals, and accommodation.
• Discounted accommodation and bar options.
• A dedicated, experienced wedding coordinator to help plan your special day.
• Use of a selection of ceremony rooms and spaces.
• Use of the inner bailey, Old Great Hall, and gardens for pre-wedding breakfast drinks.
• Exclusive use of the Great Hall for the Wedding Breakfast.
• Exclusive use of the Old Great Hall, the adjoining bar, and cloakroom.
• Parking for over 100 cars, bars, antique furnishings, roaring fires, etc.
• Excludes drinks packages, wedding meals, and accommodation.
• Discounted accommodation and bar options.
• A dedicated, experienced wedding coordinator to help plan your special day.
• Use of a selection of ceremony rooms and spaces.
• Use of the inner bailey, Old Great Hall, and gardens for pre-wedding breakfast drinks.
• Exclusive use of the Great Hall for the Wedding Breakfast.
• Exclusive use of the Old Great Hall, the adjoining bar, and cloakroom.
• Parking for over 100 cars, bars, antique furnishings, roaring fires, etc.
• Excludes drinks packages, wedding meals, and accommodation.
• Discounted accommodation and bar options.
• A dedicated, experienced wedding coordinator to help plan your special day.
• Use of a selection of ceremony rooms and spaces.
• Use of the inner bailey, Old Great Hall, and gardens for pre-wedding breakfast drinks.
• Exclusive use of the Great Hall for the Wedding Breakfast.
• Exclusive use of the Old Great Hall, the adjoining bar, and cloakroom.
• Parking for over 100 cars, bars, antique furnishings, roaring fires, etc.
• Excludes drinks packages, wedding meals, and accommodation.
• Discounted accommodation and bar options.
• A dedicated, experienced wedding coordinator to help plan your special day.
• Use of a selection of ceremony rooms and spaces.
• Use of the inner bailey, Old Great Hall, and gardens for pre-wedding breakfast drinks.
• Exclusive use of the Great Hall for the Wedding Breakfast.
• Exclusive use of the Old Great Hall, the adjoining bar, and cloakroom.
• Parking for over 100 cars, bars, antique furnishings, roaring fires, etc.
• Excludes drinks packages, wedding meals, and accommodation.
• Discounted accommodation and bar options.
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No smoking in the building
About Appleby Castle
Always wanted your wedding to have royal flair? If so, Appleby Castle can make your dream come true. Imagine the beginning of your married life in a wonderful setting steeped in history where the kings of England and Scotland used to reside. Now it can be yours for the grand celebrations of your important day.
12 classically styled rooms and 3 onsite cottages are available throughout the year, featuring antique furnishings and modern amenities to make you as comfortable as possible. The castle’s grounds are truly mesmerizing, offering a complete getaway experience with stunning architecture and wild nature as your backdrop.
Appleby Castle lies in Appleby-in-Westmorland, with the River Eden flowing nearby. Located only minutes from the town’s centre, the venue is an ideal destination for those wishing to explore the beauty of the Eden Valley, as well as the scenic English Lake District.
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