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For over 25 years, in the heart of County Durham lies one of the most picturesque settings in English sport. We at Emirates Riverside invite you to come and for the first time get married on our expansive 4 acre pitch. We want you to share the most important day of your life with us. Whether it’s to host your Wedding Ceremony, Reception or Evening celebrations we have the perfect setting and packages to create the day of your dreams.

From a low key intimate gathering, or the largest of celebrations we have the most fantastic situated function rooms which will never fail to impress. All of our suites look out over the beautiful County Durham countryside by the river Wear. Steeped in history from both Chester-Le-Street and the club itself there is wholesome, local and traditional feeling that runs through the core of Emirates Riverside.

Whether it’s a frost bitten morning, or a mid-summer’s night’s dream the backdrop is timeless, with its evergreens spanning across the rich County Durham river bank, your guests will be in awe by the dramatic surroundings.

As a now fully licensed Wedding and Civil Ceremony venue we want to provide you with what your heart wishes. From arriving on site we will look after you until you leave to start your married life. We invite you to come meet the team and see the venue with your own eyes.

  • Come and get married on our 4 acre pitch!
  • Maximum capacity of 200 guests, minimum capacty of 20!
  • Breathtaking view of the River Wear evergreens and Castle.
  • 2 Unique packages tailored to your budget and dreams.
  • Dedicated events designer.
  • Award winning caterers.
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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

Sporting
Outdoor license

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

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

Evening entertainment:

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

Venue staff assistance:

Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Changing room for wedding guests
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