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£2,995 - £7,500 for a package
Up to 120
32 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence
Limited-Time Offers & Deals
Late Availability
Last Minute Dates Available
Late Availability 2025
Bridebook Deal
Seasonal Offer Available
March Madness 2025
Bridebook Deal
Midweek Offer Available
Monday to Thursday Deals
Description
Description
The Manor House Hotel is a beautiful location for your wedding, our heritage building providing a stunning backdrop for photographs and the services of our dedicated wedding team to ensure your special day runs smoothly from start to finish.
Couples can tie the knot in our beautiful wedding garden followed by a reception in a Giant Tipi.
The Knights Hall is an impressive function room, and has everything guests could hope for in a medieval manor, from dark oak panelled walls and leaded windows to an imposing stone fireplace. The hall, which is perfect for both large and small weddings, accommodates from as little as 30 to 120 guests.
Our dedicated events team extend an invitation for you, as the happy couple, to visit The Manor House for a no obligation show around of the hotel, The Knights Hall, and all of the facilities on offer.
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: Johnathon Cairns - General Manager
The best part of working at The Manor House Hotel is planning and running a wedding. A wedding is a joyous occasion, and all of the team look forward to each and every wedding day.
To help you plan your very special day, we have put together three packages, alongside an individually priced menu. Please note that these packages are only a guideline, and can be amended to meet your individual requirements.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
1998
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
Overview of The Manor House Hotel, County Durham
Wedding Venue Type
Hotel
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
120
Reception Capacity
120
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
32
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Wedding Licence
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Dancefloor Available
Confetti Permitted
Sound System Available
Church Within Walking Distance
Wedding Venue Details
Grade I/II Listed Building
Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Spa On-Site
Bridal Changing Facilities
Pet Friendly
Disabled Access
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space
In-House Wedding Coordinator
Marquee Permitted
Open Flame Permitted
Wedding Catering
In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence
Bar
Hog Roast
Vegan Catering
Pricing for The Manor House Hotel, County Durham
Pricing for The Manor House Hotel, County Durham
Packages(total price)
Prices Start At
£2,995
Maximum Price
£7,500
Number of Guests Included
60
We offer a range of packages for every budget including our popular tipi weddings, Christmas Weddings & outdoor summer ceremonies.
What is included in this pricing:
Furniture included
Canapés included
Guest accommodation included
Couple accommodation included
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Location & Contact Details for The Manor House Hotel, County Durham
Location & Contact Details for The Manor House Hotel, County Durham
Wedding Venue Address
Travel Notes
Easily accessible from 3 junctions of the A1. We are located in the centre of the village of West Auckland. Famous for being the winners of the first ever football world cup.
Nearest Town
Bishop Auckland
Nearest Motorway & Junction
A1 - 58 / 59 / 60
Nearest Train Station
Bishop Auckland
Nearest Airport
Durham Tees Valley
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FAQs
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Describe the best wedding that happened at The Manor House Hotel, County Durham?
We have so many fantastic weddings here it would be difficult to pick just one. Some of our most memorable weddings have been a Harry Potter wedding in the splendour of our Knights Hall, set as the Great Hall, a Vintage Tea Party in a tipi in our beautiful grounds with vintage china and hand-made bunting and a Victorian Gothic wedding with the Bride arriving in a hearse.
Everyone's dream wedding is unique and we work with each couple to make that dream a reality.
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Pintrest is brilliant for finding new ideas and sharing with friends and family.
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
One of my favourites has to be the memorial frames that some Brides have attached to their bouquet, so a loved one who is not able to be here in person is still able to be with the Bride as she walks down the aisle.
Describe The Manor House Hotel, County Durham in 5 adjectives
Charming, romantic, Unique, friendly, welcoming
Where’s the best photo spot at The Manor House Hotel, County Durham?
Our beautiful gardens
Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at The Manor House Hotel, County Durham?
We have had visits from Jason Donavan, Martin Kemp, Adam Hussain, Michael Watson, Rupert Everett, Martin Roberts & Candice Brown
What’s your favourite canapé?
Mini Fish & Chips served in a cone.
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Depending on whether your a sweet or savoury fan I have two favourites, both of which have an interactive element.
A Loaded French Fry bar with toppings of Bacon, Fried Onions, Cheese & a selection of sauces. For those with a sweet tooth a S'mores station with Biscuits, marshmallows, chocolate & toffee sauce.
What is The Manor House Hotel, County Durham most unique feature?
Our Suit of Armour Henry who greets you as climb the medieval stair case to your room.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
The Customer Service that we offer and is always commented on.
Our wedding couples are offered a personal service from start to finish with a small team of wedding coordinators who are on hand during the lead up to your wedding, as well as on the day itself.
Bridebook Benefits
Bridebook GiftComplimentary Spa access for the Bride & one guest the night before the wedding
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