Director Anthony Hunter said “The award is not just an accolade for the event team, it acknowledges the tremendous effort that every single member of staff makes for our couples. Being the named the North East and Yorkshire’s best event team is a real honour. We are now excited about going through to the national finals.”

The team will now head to London next month for national award ceremony.

General Manager David Fordham-Scott said, “the entire team at Ellingham Hall should feel very proud and he thanked the couples who voted for us.”

He said, “As well as our wedding planning, catering, and operational teams, we also employ staff who work on maintenance, housekeeping and sales and marketing. This award is a testament for their hard work too.

“Our approach is different to what is traditionally expected of a wedding venue because the couple and their guests have quality time to relax and immerse themselves in their surroundings.

“Ellingham Hall becomes a real home from home for our couples and their guests and a wedding to truly remember for a lifetime. Our team works on all aspects to deliver a memorable celebration. Every element has to work, and this award demonstrates the importance of doing the best we can to get it right.

“We’re now looking forward to welcoming couples to the Hall for VIP Open Days on January 16 and 30 to meet our award-winning team and experience what the Hall has to offer. ”

Northumberland’s Ellingham Hall has been voted the county’s Most Outstanding Luxury Wedding Venue by a select panel of judges.

It was given the title in the 2019 Global Luxury Hotel & Spa Awards – and it comes just months after the exclusive-use venue’s wedding co-ordinator picked up an accolade as being the North East’s best co-ordinator.
Award organisers say they were created to recognise companies, brands and individuals who are “excelling in the ever-growing industry of luxury hospitality – those who go above and beyond to exemplify experiences clients are seeking when looking for their latest getaway or luxury venue”.

Rachel Barlow, Ellingham Hall’s new Weddings Marketing and Communications Manager, said she was delighted that the venue had scooped the award.
“The judges make the decision based on venues across the county. There isn’t a nomination procedure, they judge all venues, so it was a really pleasant surprise to be given this award,” she said.

General Manager Anthony Hunter added: “We were delighted when our Wedding Co-ordinator, Wendy, was named the North East’s best co-ordinator last autumn, and this is a testament to what a great team we have here. We’ve made a substantial investment in the venue, refurbishing bedrooms, the drawing room, and adding even more luxury touches.”

The news comes just as the hall’s owners are focusing on new business from the corporate and events sector, which Anthony said would help increase job opportunities and further grow the business.