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On Hitched.co.uk since 2021

Last update: November 2024

Our next weddng open day is Sunday 23rd March 2025, keep a look out for further details on our instagram page @weddings.at.stchads

St Chad’s is a wedding venue in Durham, England. This charming venue, which sits in the shadow of Durham Cathedral and fronts onto the medieval North Bailey, is a place of peaceful serenity, where picture-perfect gardens stretch out to meet the wooded gorge of the River Wear.

Facilities and Capacity

St Chad’s welcomes couples and their guests during Durham University Easter and summer vacation periods. St Chad's is licensed to host civil ceremonies. The impressive glass-roofed Cassidy Quad and the lawned garden can seat 120 ceremony guests; the Senior Common Room is also available for couples planning a more intimate ceremony. The Moulsdale Hall, which features tall, arched windows that afford a lovely view of Durham Cathedral, hosts wedding breakfasts for up to 120 guests. The Cassidy Quad has capacity of up to 140 people for after-ceremony celebrations. The happy couple can also enjoy a complimentary stay in a cathedral-view room on the night of their wedding. Competitively-priced overnight accommodation is also available for wedding guests.

Services Offered

St Chad’s hosts one wedding per day. The venue's staff is committed to providing a professional, friendly, and caring service. St Chad's head chef and his team offer a selection of dining options to suit every palate. Couples can count on everyone at St Chad’s to go above and beyond to ensure that everything is perfect and ready for their special day. Viewings are available, and the team at St Chad’s looks forward to meeting you.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

Historic
Landmark
In the city
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
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Wedding coordinator

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
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23 Mar
Open Door

Enjoy a complimentary glass of prosecco and sample some of our delicious canapes, whilst perusing our beautiful venue and gardens.

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Date: From 23/03/2025 to 23/03/2025 Schedule 12:00 - 15:00
Place: 18 North Bailey, Durham City, Durham

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18 North Bailey DH1 3RH Durham City (Durham)
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