Your wedding day should be just that – yours. As unique and rare as the love you share.
That’s why at Matfen Hall, our ceremony and celebration spaces are exclusively yours, a Northumberland wedding venue and 5 star country estate for the most sophisticated and elegant occasion. A hidden gem, nestled in the heart of Northumbrian countryside our historic estate offers a range of locations to host each shining moment of your wedding day. And our dedicated team is here every step of the way, putting time and care into every detail to craft a 5 star hotel wedding to remember and cherish for years to come.
Why Choose Matfen Hall?
Tucked away in a valley of peaceful and unspoilt countryside, our historic estate is Northumberland’s first and only 5 star hotel. Its 19th century hall and 300 acre estate offers the perfect selection of unique and characterful ceremony and celebration spaces, perfect for statement weddings and intimate gatherings alike.
Your journey to the aisle begins with meeting your dedicated Wedding Planner at Matfen Hall. Complimentary tours offer the opportunity to get to know every aspect of our historic hall and 300 acre grounds. Walk, explore and envision your day to choose spaces for your ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening reception.
Your Wedding Planner will work with you from your first visit to the day itself, offering tailored support to make every aspect of your dream wedding a reality. From canapés and Champagne, to seasonal menus, music and sophisticated, custom options – no detail is too small for your big day.
Ceremony Spaces
Experience timeless romance and true luxury from the moment you sweep into Matfen Hall’s tree-lined drive.
Step inside the Great Hall and picture yourself bathed in gilded light from its original stained glass window and floating down an oak staircase to say your I Dos beneath a starry ceiling. With space for 100 guests, it is a spectacular ceremony setting.
Explore our tranquil parkland grounds to discover idyllic locations for photographs and al fresco wedding ceremonies – radiant, sunlit and with panoramic views of Northumberland as your picture perfect backdrop. And, a selection of local churches, offer more traditional ceremony locations, including the Holy Trinity Church, just a short walk away in Matfen Village.
Reception Options
Endlessly elegant, with a fireplace originally commissioned for Buckingham Palace, The Drawing Room provides an inviting and graceful space for your wedding breakfast. Choose from a range of table set-ups to seat 100 guests for a radiant celebration.
And, dance the night away in The Vault – a welcoming and convivial evening reception location with room for 150 evening guests to raise a glass (or two) to the happy couple.
At the end of a magical day with family and friends, you need a space that’s just for you. Regal, refined and calm, our Luxury Suites offer a haven of peaceful splendour for your first night as a married couple.
Exclusive Use
We understand just how important your wedding is – a day dedicated to you and your loved one. That’s why we offer exclusive use of our entire estate, 63 bedrooms, 4 dining destinations, spa sanctuary and golf course included. Our magnificent estate is yours to enjoy completely for a day or a full weekend surrounded by family, friends and your favourite people.
Our dedicated team is on hand to help you create a luxury wedding and a unique, bespoke experience with every detail tailored to your individual needs. Plan a 5 star experience with memories to treasure for years to come.
Luxury Wedding At Matfen Hall – Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of The Great Hall for wedding ceremonies?
The Great Hall can host civil ceremonies for up to 100 guests. Sweep down the oak staircase to say your vows by the fire, bathed in light from the Hall’s original stained glass window.
What is the capacity of The Drawing Room for wedding receptions?
The Drawing Room can seat up to 100 guests, with a range of table configurations to choose from including a straight top table, round top. table and sweetheart top table.
What about outdoor weddings?
Looking out onto 300-acres of private parkland and spectacular Northumbrian scenery beyond, Le Jardin Hollandaise provides a stunning setting for outdoor ceremonies and celebrations.
Where can we hold our evening reception?
Our 5 star wedding venue is home to a number of unique destinations, inviting you to choose venues to match your celebration. Our underground Vault Bar is the perfect location for a sophisticated evening celebration, with space for up to 150 guest to celebrate and dance the night away.
What is included in a wedding package at Matfen Hall?
Each wedding at our 5 star Northumbrian venue is bespoke and personalised, to the couple. Wedding packages offer a choice of reception drinks and canapés, a resident pianist to play during your ceremony and reception, a three-course wedding breakfast including wine and Champagne for toasts, a resident DJ for the evening celebration, a dedicated wedding planner and master of ceremonies to guide you through both the planning and your wedding day itself.
Do you host wedding menu tasting?
Yes! As part of your wedding experience at Matfen Hall, you’ll be invited to meet with our team and discuss menu options as we can prepare a poersonlised menu that’s just for you.
Can I come for a wedding showround?
We encourage each couple to start their wedding planning experience with a visit to the estate and a personalised tour with a member of our weddings and events team. See each ceremony and celebration space, ask any questions you have about the venue and breathe in the beauty and atmosphere of our historic, 300-acre estate.
Get in touch today to book your personal tour and begin planning your 5 star hotel wedding at Matfen Hall.
