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Nestled in the North Cumbrian countryside in the beautiful city of Carlisle, Skitby is a breathtaking wedding venue. Situated near the Scottish borders and M74 motorway, this location is easily accessible for guests travelling to the event. You’ll delight in this award-winning barn, with its traditional style and decadent interiors. An ideal country getaway, this venue lends its beautiful rural landscape as the backdrop to your dream wedding. Defined by fields of green and vibrant foliage, this location produces an ideal setting for a celebration you and your loved ones will never forget.

Facilities and Capacity

At Skitby, the traditional timbering and cool sandstone tones blend with modern functions and amenities to make the perfect space. For your milestone event, you will have exclusive access to the barn and all it has to offer. With a licence to hold civil ceremonies, this space is primed for your big day. Defined by an open, roaring fire and classic grand piano, the Ceremony Room is perfect for you and up to 100 guests to celebrate in style. The exposed beaming and stone walls in the Main Suite create a gorgeous, rustic feel that is ideal for your festivities. This room can accommodate up to 96 people, suitable for intimate affairs or grand events. If you desire a wedding in the great outdoors, their spacious grounds have ample room for a marquee.

Services Offered

The team at Skitby make working closely with you and your partner a top priority. Catering to your needs is vital to them, and because of this they offer bespoke planning experiences. Their flexible menu outlook allows the catering team to tailor the feast to your liking. At Skitby, you and your partner can bring your dream wedding to life with ease.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Asian wedding
Barn
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

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

Evening entertainment:

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

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple

Venue staff assistance:

Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Pet-friendly
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Skitby Restaurant Smithfield Carlisle Cumbria CA6 6DL Carlisle (Cumbria)
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