Markenfield Hall – tucked privately away along a mile-long winding drive – it ideally placed between Ripon, the Cathedral City of the Dales, and the Spa town of Harrogate. Described as Yorkshire’s best-kept secret, the Hall is not visible from the road, a glimpse of the imposing east wall cannot be seen until visitors reach the old Mediaeval road near to the top of the drive. But for a quirk of fate – and the turnpike act of 1777 – Markenfield would be one of the most recognisable houses in Yorkshire.

Parking at the side of the moat, visitors approach the building on foot – walking over the bridge that now serves the house in place of the former drawbridge – and the moment the Mediaeval Courtyard opens up as visitors pass beneath the Tudor Gatehouse never fails to astound.

The Hall is perfect for a small and intimate celebration. The family’s private Drawing Room can seat up to 35 for a Civil Ceremony and the Vaulted Study just 10. The mediaeval Undercroft and the Great Hall can both seat up to 35 for either the Ceremony or for the Wedding Breakfast. The Chapel of St Michael Archangel at the heart of the house is also available for Anglican Services of Dedication.

• Exclusive use of the Hall on the day – yours’ will be the only wedding, and the only event, happening at the Hall on the day.
• Dedicated staff – you will have the full support of the Hall’s Administrator from the initial planning stages until the moment you leave the Hall after your celebrations as man and wife… and we do like to see you with your photographs afterwards too!
• Superb food – our in-house caterers The Dusty Miller have 35 years experience of catering both in their own restaurant and on location. They will happily tailor-make a menu to suit the season, your requirements and your budget.
• Stunning location – the tranquil grounds provide a photographer’s dream backdrop with locations varying from the orchard for family shots and the bridge over the moat for intimate couple shots to the surrounding farmland for the more adventurous!
• Complete flexibility – it’s your day and it should be your choice as to how it unfolds. We are here to advise on what may or may not work, but we do not believe in fixed wedding packages. Tell us what you want and we will do our utmost to make it happen.
• A truly unique venue – your party will be surrounded by over 900 years of history. If these walls could talk… Why not add your own happy day to the ongoing history of Markenfield?