10 of the Best Budget-Friendly Wedding Venues in Yorkshire
Yorkshire is home to some of the most beautiful and affordable wedding venues in the UK - here are some of the best wedding packages available in this historic county
Choosing a wedding venue is a big decision as your venue will inform almost everything else about your big day: selecting a rustic Yorkshire wedding barn will fill your day with charm, while a stately home will give your nuptials more elegant and formal vibes. However you envision your perfect day, there are so many beautiful yet relatively cheap wedding venues in Yorkshire with so much to offer.
Naturally, the size of our budget can have a huge influence on the one we choose. If this sounds like you and you're beginning to lose hope of finding a venue you love without breaking the bank, don't panic! We've got you covered. We've scoured the county to bring you the very best affordable wedding venues in Yorkshire, so you can throw the wedding of your dreams without compromising on the cost.
Don't believe us? Scroll through the below and check out the 10 best cheap wedding venues in Yorkshire to book now, including some incredible wedding packages for under £2,000 available in this historic county.
The Best Cheap Wedding Venues in Yorkshire
When hunting for cheap wedding venues, you may be surprised by how far your budget will stretch. From manor houses to historic hotels and rustic barns, you can find almost any type of wedding venues in Yorkshire for less - especially if you're willing to consider a weekday wedding.
1. The Woodman Inn & Thunderbridge Gardens – Huddersfield
If there's one thing Yorkshire does very well indeed, it's cosy country pubs and The Woodman Inn is no exception! Set in the centre of a quaint hamlet, this 18th century inn offers intimate weddings set amongst its beams and character features. You can say 'I do' here within the inn itself and continue the celebrations inside, alternatively you can invite guests to join you in the marquee within Thunderbridge Gardens.
There are also a host of wedding packages available at this venue starting from £3,999, which include venue hire, a drinks budget, an evening food menu and so much more! The ideal solution for couples who want to eliminate some of the stress of planning a wedding, without compromising on quality.
- Pricing: Menus from £29
- Capacity: 30-150
2. The Old Barn at Esholt – Baildon
This stunning 200-year-old barn makes for a charming - and purse-friendly - wedding day setting. You can marry within the licensed barn under the twinkle of the fairy lights wrapped lovingly around the beams or in one of the many nearby churches before enjoying a reception The Old Barn style!
Your day will be your way here as the team offer laidback BBQs, tea parties and formal banquets and will be ready to welcome you with your chosen fare wherever you say 'I do'.
This particular Yorkshire wedding barn price list has as lot to offer couples on a wide range of budgets.
Room hire starts from £450, BBQ food starts at a rather reasonable £22.50 per person, with buffet food priced at £36.25 per person and traditional mains available at £32.70 per person.
There's also a wonderful winter wedding package available from £2,999 for couples who dream of tying the knot during the colder months.
- Pricing: POA
- Capacity: 40-220
3. Holdsworth House Hotel & Restaurant – Halifax
Holdsworth House boasts an impressive 380-year history as well as a reputation for being one of the most popular wedding venue choices in the county. With stunning landscaped gardens, panelled walls, tapestries, beams and antiques at every turn, it's no wonder so many fancy celebrating their big day here.
This venue also offers some incredible packages starting at £3,995 for a Twilight Celebration that caters for up to 60 people complete with an afternoon ceremony, a drinks and food menu, and even a professional DJ! That's a pretty attractive bundle, if you ask us.
- Pricing: Menus from £55
- Capacity: 10-150
4. The Gamekeeper's Inn – Skipton
If one of the first things you think of when you imagine an inn in the middle of the Yorkshire countryside is beams and a log fire, you won't be disappointed by The Gamekeeper's Inn. The Netherside suite is dripping in rustic, rural charm and gives a warm and welcoming feel to every guest who enters. Within these cosy walls you can expect to enjoy traditional, hearty British food with an upmarket twist worthy of the biggest day of your life.
After the celebrations, you can continue to enjoy the surroundings at The Gamekeeper's Inn by settling into the luxurious honeymoon suite for the night. With an additional 10 bedrooms on offer, your closest guests can also stay that little bit longer - a true indulgence thanks to the on-site spa!
- Pricing: Menus from £85
- Capacity: 40-120
5. Whinstone View – Great Broughton
Whinstone View is a family-run business nestled within the North Yorkshire hills. The estate offers Wray's Barn as a ceremony and reception venue as well as the enchanting surrounding woodlands and gardens. One of our top picks for summer nuptials, this country gem boasts plenty of stunning backdrops for wedding photos as well as celebratory glasses of Pimms!
This venue also offers some incredible all-inclusive packages, including a Winter Barn Bliss option that caters for up to 40 guests for just £5,000. Use of the barn, staff, a three-course menu, a drinks budget, decoration and even more is all included in that price, so it's never been easier to plan your very own winter wonderland.
- Pricing: Menus from £85
- Capacity: 40-150
6. The Hawkhills – York
Former home to the appropriately named Love family, this 18th century house now welcomes couples through its doors for stylish and elegant wedding days. The Hawkhills is surrounded by 240 acres of idyllic parkland and allows couples to truly feel like the hero or heroine of a Jane Austen novel for the day!
The Hawkhills offers a range of function rooms, allowing you to say your 'I dos' in one before moving onto your celebrations in another. Exclusive hire is priced at £2,500 and includes access to the dressing room before the wedding, a night in the bridal suite, a menu tasting and a master of ceremonies.
- Pricing: Menus from £14.95
- Capacity: 30-160
7. Chilli Barn – Otley
Set in the peaceful surroundings of Chevin Forest Park, Chilli Barn is an enchanting Yorkshire wedding venue designed for laidback couples looking to host a fun-filled country wedding. The venue actively encourage couples to get creative and make the space their own by allowing couples in the day before to decorate.
The ceremony room features exposed brick walls and wooden floors as well as cascading fairy lights for a magical feel. The space can fit up to 60 for a ceremony and 90 for a reception but couples always have the option to erect a marquee or tipi in the grounds and invite even more guests post-ceremony!
- Pricing: Menus from £80
- Capacity: 36-90
Yorkshire Wedding Packages Under £2,000
Sometimes, simplicity is key to a perfect wedding. That's why we're a huge fan of wedding packages that help to make the entire celebration run smoothly, so we've rounded up some of the best wedding packages under £2,000 in Yorkshire for couples looking for an elegant, cost-efficient solution to their wedding planning needs.
When hunting for the right package, couples can spend days scouring cheap wedding venues from Leeds to West Yorkshire, so we're here to save you the leg work.
Keep reading to discover our favourite all-inclusive wedding venues from North to South Yorkshire - or discover more ways to save by checking out the exclusive deals section of our website.
8. The Priests House – Bolton Abbey
The Priests House is nestled within the idyllic Yorkshire Dales and set a stone's throw from the ruins of 12th century Barden Tower, making it an excellent choice for history loving couples. The Old Chapel has been lovingly restored and boasts large windows, rustic exposed brick and ambient lighting that makes any ceremony or reception here simply dreamy.
Ceremony only hire here starts at just £800, although a drinks and canapé package must be bought in addition to this.
- Wedding Package: For an intimate chapel ceremony with up to 80 guests, couples can enjoy exclusive venue hire on any day between Monday and Thursday for just £1,200. This price also includes use of the Priests House, decorations, chairs and drapes, and a dedicated team that will ensure everything runs according to plan.
9. The Fleece Countryside Inn – Halifax
Overlooking the beautiful Ryburn Valley, views don't get much better than at The Fleece Countryside Inn. To make the most of the stunning aspect, wedding breakfasts are set up in front of floor to ceiling glass doors, ensuring you can enjoy the setting even when you're tucking in to your wedding feast!
Fully licensed, you can say your vows here before enjoying The Fleece's unbeatable hospitality or you can simply join them after saying 'I do' in one of the nearby churches.
- Wedding Package: For £78 per person, you can enjoy the venue's Nearest & Dearest Package - an ideal choice for couples after a more intimate celebration. The package includes a wedding coordinator, a drinks budget, a wedding breakfast and canapes, use of their Netherwood suite, and so much more!
10. Sandburn Hall – York
Located on the outskirts of historic York, this venue has all the beauty and tranquility of a country wedding venue while enjoying the handy connections of a major city. A wedding planner will be on-hand from the moment you book Sandburn Hall and they'll guide you through everything from menu choices to how to dress the breathtaking Grand Function Hall with its floor to ceiling windows and vaulted ceiling.
You can marry under the beams of the function room or within the stunning White Rose Garden, unveiled just three years ago.
- Wedding Package: Couples open to tying the knot during the colder months, or perhaps celebrating midweek, can enjoy an all-inclusive package at this stunning venue from just £1,000. This price includes hire of the Grand Hall, an accommodation voucher to use on the grounds, celebratory fizz for the newlyweds, and dedicated wedding planner. At Hitched, we know how to spot a great deal - and this is certainly one of them!
Looking to make your wedding day even easier, without breaking the budget? Check out our complete guide on how to plan a wedding for £3,000.
