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On Hitched.co.uk since 2023

Last update: August 2024

Derwent Manor Hotel is a wedding and event venue located in Allensford, England, near the cities of Durham and Newcastle. The team at this boutique hotel works to give couples everything they need for a successful celebration. Each detail, from the event suites to the guest bedrooms, features a classic, rustic elegance to enhance your wedding theme.

Facilities and Capacity

Nestled on 20 acres in the Northumberland countryside, Derwent Manor Hotel is ideal for couples seeking a peaceful, pastoral setting to exchange their vows. Three luxury suites are available onsite and can accommodate from 2 to 300 guests at a time. Their largest option, The Grand Hall, sports a blend of simple and dramatic decor to accommodate a variety of event themes. You can place your altar near the natural stone walls and large windows, providing plenty of natural light as you exchange your vows. A 15-foot chandelier hangs from the high ceiling, adding an elegant, contemporary glow to your ceremony or reception. For a more intimate gathering, the Allensford Suite can comfortably host up to 180 evening guests. The space features a country-chic aesthetic, from the exposed wood ceiling beams to the vintage chandeliers. In addition, the Garden Room features a stunning fireplace, a stone-floored conservatory, and plenty of natural light to cover your 70-person celebration. You and your loved ones can also choose from the 55 bedrooms and suites or self-catering cottages to spend a relaxing wedding weekend.

Services Offered

Derwent Manor Hotel can host civil ceremonies, evening receptions, and wedding breakfasts for an all-in-one experience. The team's in-house wedding coordinator will work closely with you to help you bring your vision to life. Multiple packages are available to accommodate a variety of needs, wants, and budgets. The hotel's in-house chefs are skilled in a variety of dishes and are happy to provide you with multiple canapes, multi-course dinners, and a wedding breakfast menu.

Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Large hotel
Outdoor license
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities
Outdoor fireworks permitted

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator

Venue leisure facilities:

Swimming pool
Fitness centre

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Pet-friendly
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Alex S. Sent on 07/04/2023
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Best day ever

Derwent manor were fantastic the venue is beautiful and the customer service is second to none. Nothing was too much trouble!

My guests had a fabulous time and we had the time of our lives.

Pippa & Cassie especially did everything they could to make our day perfect.

Can’t wait to come and stay again!
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Derwent Manor Hotel, Allensford, Northumberland dh8 9bb Allensford (Durham)
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