NOTES FROM THE BRIDE

Why did you choose Ellingham Hall?

I’d seen photographs of previous autumn weddings at Ellingham Hall and thought they were beautiful. We looked at lots of venues online and shortlisted our top three to visit. Ellingham Hall was the second venue we visited and from the moment we drove up the tree-lined driveaway, we immediately got the wow factor. When we entered the Hall, it instantly felt like home, and we knew that this was the place we wanted to host our wedding. We were greeted by the most wonderful smiling faces and felt incredibly relaxed from the start. We sat down and discussed our visions and dreams for our big day and the team were genuinely so interested and excited for us.

Did you always want a Wedding in Northumberland?

We live in Bedlington, so it wasn’t far for us to travel, and Northumberland is an incredibly special place with beautiful scenery. I’d always wanted to get married somewhere close to home, so my grandparents could be part of our special day, and it meant a lot to me that they were able to attend our wedding.

Did your Guests have to Travel far to your Wedding Venue?

I have some family from further afield, who used to live in Northumberland but moved down to Leicestershire. I also had family members who flew over from Tenerife and others who travelled up from Middlesbrough. It was perfect having exclusive use of the Hall, so those who travelled could settle in and unwind the night prior to our wedding day.

How was the Night Before Celebration?

From the moment we arrived the night before, we were made to feel so special and welcome. We sat down with a glass of fizz and had our final details meeting which went so smoothly. I felt very relaxed during the meeting, which for the day before your wedding day is pretty impressive, I would say!

We all enjoyed a barbecue later in the evening and then played games, which made everyone laugh and broke the ice for some of our family. One of our guests is a pianist, so she played on Ellingham’s grand piano while everyone chilled with drinks. It made the evening very personal to us.

Where did your Ceremony take place?

We got married in Ellingham’s 19th Century Chapel which was a perfect setting. It’s a breath-taking room and that’s why we wanted the ceremony to be held in that incredible space.

How was the changeover for the Wedding Breakfast?

After the ceremony, we went outdoors for photographs as it was a lovely sunny day. During that time, the team turned the Chapel around for our wedding breakfast. It wasn’t quite what we planned as Debbie, Head of weddings came to us and said that the florals were so beautiful, they would look great displayed on the fireplace. Originally, the top table was going to be in the middle of the room, however we moved it when Debbie suggested it and it looked so much nicer. That attention to detail and willingness to make last-minute changes is something I don’t think you’d get at many venues. Our guests were shocked when they went back in as the room looked completely transformed.

Tell us about your Wedding Day?

WOW, what can I say. We had the utmost trust in the Ellingham team to create the most incredible wedding day and they certainly did not disappoint. The day was so well organized and ran so smoothly, they worked hard to ensure we had the perfect day!
Debbie, David and Alicia were extremely attentive throughout the day. They visited the bridal suite in the morning to check I was ok and to reassure me that everything was running to plan. They had such positive energy and genuinely were excited for the big day ahead!

Throughout the wedding day itself, they ensured everything ran perfectly, regularly checking on myself and my husband and created opportunities for us to have some private moments together, just the two of us, which was so important. The food was incredible, and the service was exceptional, there really are not enough words to describe how amazing our day was, thanks to this fantastic venue and team.
So many of our guests said it was the best wedding they have ever been to.
It was simply magical!

What did you think of the Two-Night Wedding Experience?

We loved it. The fact you have two days to enjoy precious time with friends and family was perfect. It was great for those family members who had travelled, and it gave them a chance to settle in and get to know Sean’s family. It’s nothing like a hotel, it’s homely and the staff solely concentrate on you and your guests during the two nights.

What is your Tip for any Bride-to-Be?

Go for a dress that makes you feel nice and gives you a sense of confidence. Do not over-shop or look elsewhere once you’ve found the one. I think that’s important, as once I’d found my dress, I stopped looking as it’s so easy to keep doubting the choices you’ve made. Don’t look at any more images of other brides, be confident with what you’ve chosen and enjoy your special day.

If you are looking for an autumn wedding venue in Northumberland or an exclusive two night wedding, contact our team today to arrange a viewing appointment.

Credits

Photo – Dan Clark Photography

Video – Abigail Grace

Registrar – Northumberland Registrars

Bridal Gown & Bridesmaids Dresses – Brides Dream Ltd.

Groom Suit – Suit Culture

Makeup – Make up by Ursula & Anna McClen

Hair – Lisa Cameron Wedding Hair & Julie Reay

Florist – Zoe the wedding florist

Balloon Arch – Ameo Balloons

Light Up Letters, Polaroid Wall, Eucalyptus Wall – Low Fell Hire Company

Singers – Charlie Whyte & No.1 Singing Waiters

Dancefloor, Dry Ice & Cold Spark Fountains – AG Events

Gold Cutlery – The Whole Schbang

Cake – Family Friend

Range of Services offered by Walk and Woof  

Professional advice, guidance and support during the run up to your big day.

Transportation for your dog, to and from the venue to your chosen location (if required).

An in-person meeting to chat about your wedding plans and to get to know your pooch, helping them feel comfortable and at ease with Jade prior to your wedding day.

On the wedding day Jade will arrive 30 minutes prior to your booked time to walk your pooch ahead of your ceremony. This will rid any excitable energy, so they are happy and calm ready to be part of your big day.

Jade will brush and accessorise your pooch ready for their pictures ensuring they look pawfect.

Liaison with your Photographer and Videographer ensuring they get the best footage of you and your pooch.

 Spending quality time with your pooch, enjoying adventures so they can explore and unwind after their busy day. If they are staying onsite, your pooch will enjoy some playtime and relaxation with belly tickles and cuddles to help them feel at ease and as stress free as possible. Jade can also feed your dog prior to leaving the venue to ensure your pooch is settled and happy for the night.

(Packages can be tailored to suit your specific requirements and you can decide on how long you would like Jade to stay with your dog.)

Jade highlights the top reasons why couples use her services on their wedding day:

If you are planning your dream wedding and searching for your perfect dog friendly Wedding Venue in Northumberland, book your viewing appointment to come and explore everything Ellingham Hall has to offer!

Beth explains, “Cristian proposed to me on 6th February, so we wanted our wedding to be as close to the date as possible. It bleached down with snow when we got engaged and I always dreamed of a white winter wedding.

“It wasn’t until after the ceremony and we were enjoying our wedding breakfast in the Chapel that we were lucky to have a flurry of snow. Hannah, our wedding planner, dashed in to say it was snowing. So, we quickly rushed to see it. It wasn’t much and we didn’t get any great photos, but the fact it snowed was an extra part of making my day unforgettable!”

NOTES FROM THE BRIDE

Why did you choose Ellingham Hall?

I’d seen photographs of previous autumn weddings at Ellingham Hall and thought they were beautiful. We looked at lots of venues online and shortlisted our top three to visit. Ellingham Hall was the second venue we visited and from the moment we drove up the tree-lined driveaway, we immediately got the wow factor. When we entered the Hall, it instantly felt like home, and we knew that this was the place we wanted to host our wedding. We were greeted by the most wonderful smiling faces and felt incredibly relaxed from the start. We sat down and discussed our visions and dreams for our big day and the team were genuinely so interested and excited for us.

Did you always want a Wedding in Northumberland?

We live in Bedlington, so it wasn’t far for us to travel, and Northumberland is an incredibly special place with beautiful scenery. I’d always wanted to get married somewhere close to home, so my grandparents could be part of our special day, and it meant a lot to me that they were able to attend our wedding.

Did your Guests have to Travel far to your Wedding Venue?

I have some family from further afield, who used to live in Northumberland but moved down to Leicestershire. I also had family members who flew over from Tenerife and others who travelled up from Middlesbrough. It was perfect having exclusive use of the Hall, so those who travelled could settle in and unwind the night prior to our wedding day.

How was the Night Before Celebration?

From the moment we arrived the night before, we were made to feel so special and welcome. We sat down with a glass of fizz and had our final details meeting which went so smoothly. I felt very relaxed during the meeting, which for the day before your wedding day is pretty impressive, I would say!

We all enjoyed a barbecue later in the evening and then played games, which made everyone laugh and broke the ice for some of our family. One of our guests is a pianist, so she played on Ellingham’s grand piano while everyone chilled with drinks. It made the evening very personal to us.

Where did your Ceremony take place?

We got married in Ellingham’s 19th Century Chapel which was a perfect setting. It’s a breath-taking room and that’s why we wanted the ceremony to be held in that incredible space.

How was the changeover for the Wedding Breakfast?

After the ceremony, we went outdoors for photographs as it was a lovely sunny day. During that time, the team turned the Chapel around for our wedding breakfast. It wasn’t quite what we planned as Debbie, Head of weddings came to us and said that the florals were so beautiful, they would look great displayed on the fireplace. Originally, the top table was going to be in the middle of the room, however we moved it when Debbie suggested it and it looked so much nicer. That attention to detail and willingness to make last-minute changes is something I don’t think you’d get at many venues. Our guests were shocked when they went back in as the room looked completely transformed.

Tell us about your Wedding Day?

WOW, what can I say. We had the utmost trust in the Ellingham team to create the most incredible wedding day and they certainly did not disappoint. The day was so well organized and ran so smoothly, they worked hard to ensure we had the perfect day!
Debbie, David and Alicia were extremely attentive throughout the day. They visited the bridal suite in the morning to check I was ok and to reassure me that everything was running to plan. They had such positive energy and genuinely were excited for the big day ahead!

Throughout the wedding day itself, they ensured everything ran perfectly, regularly checking on myself and my husband and created opportunities for us to have some private moments together, just the two of us, which was so important. The food was incredible, and the service was exceptional, there really are not enough words to describe how amazing our day was, thanks to this fantastic venue and team.
So many of our guests said it was the best wedding they have ever been to.
It was simply magical!

What did you think of the Two-Night Wedding Experience?

We loved it. The fact you have two days to enjoy precious time with friends and family was perfect. It was great for those family members who had travelled, and it gave them a chance to settle in and get to know Sean’s family. It’s nothing like a hotel, it’s homely and the staff solely concentrate on you and your guests during the two nights.

Credits

Photo – Dan Clark Photography

Video – Abigail Grace

Registrar – Northumberland Registrars

Bridal Gown & Bridesmaids Dresses – Brides Dream Ltd.

Groom Suit – Suit Culture

Makeup – Make up by Ursula & Anna McClen

Hair – Lisa Cameron Wedding Hair & Julie Reay

Florist – Zoe the wedding florist

Balloon Arch – Ameo Balloons

Light Up Letters, Polaroid Wall, Eucalyptus Wall – Low Fell Hire Company

Singers – Charlie Whyte & No.1 Singing Waiters

Dancefloor, Dry Ice & Cold Spark Fountains – AG Events

Gold Cutlery – The Whole Schbang

Cake – Family Friend

Beth explains, “Cristian proposed to me on 6th February, so we wanted our wedding to be as close to the date as possible. It bleached down with snow when we got engaged and I always dreamed of a white winter wedding.

“It wasn’t until after the ceremony and we were enjoying our wedding breakfast in the Chapel that we were lucky to have a flurry of snow. Hannah, our wedding planner, dashed in to say it was snowing. So, we quickly rushed to see it. It wasn’t much and we didn’t get any great photos, but the fact it snowed was an extra part of making my day unforgettable!”

NOTES FROM THE BRIDE

Why did you choose Ellingham Hall?

I’d seen photographs of previous autumn weddings at Ellingham Hall and thought they were beautiful. We looked at lots of venues online and shortlisted our top three to visit. Ellingham Hall was the second venue we visited and from the moment we drove up the tree-lined driveaway, we immediately got the wow factor. When we entered the Hall, it instantly felt like home, and we knew that this was the place we wanted to host our wedding. We were greeted by the most wonderful smiling faces and felt incredibly relaxed from the start. We sat down and discussed our visions and dreams for our big day and the team were genuinely so interested and excited for us.

Did you always want a Wedding in Northumberland?

We live in Bedlington, so it wasn’t far for us to travel, and Northumberland is an incredibly special place with beautiful scenery. I’d always wanted to get married somewhere close to home, so my grandparents could be part of our special day, and it meant a lot to me that they were able to attend our wedding.

Did your Guests have to Travel far to your Wedding Venue?

I have some family from further afield, who used to live in Northumberland but moved down to Leicestershire. I also had family members who flew over from Tenerife and others who travelled up from Middlesbrough. It was perfect having exclusive use of the Hall, so those who travelled could settle in and unwind the night prior to our wedding day.

How was the Night Before Celebration?

From the moment we arrived the night before, we were made to feel so special and welcome. We sat down with a glass of fizz and had our final details meeting which went so smoothly. I felt very relaxed during the meeting, which for the day before your wedding day is pretty impressive, I would say!

We all enjoyed a barbecue later in the evening and then played games, which made everyone laugh and broke the ice for some of our family. One of our guests is a pianist, so she played on Ellingham’s grand piano while everyone chilled with drinks. It made the evening very personal to us.

Where did your Ceremony take place?

We got married in Ellingham’s 19th Century Chapel which was a perfect setting. It’s a breath-taking room and that’s why we wanted the ceremony to be held in that incredible space.

How was the changeover for the Wedding Breakfast?

After the ceremony, we went outdoors for photographs as it was a lovely sunny day. During that time, the team turned the Chapel around for our wedding breakfast. It wasn’t quite what we planned as Debbie, Head of weddings came to us and said that the florals were so beautiful, they would look great displayed on the fireplace. Originally, the top table was going to be in the middle of the room, however we moved it when Debbie suggested it and it looked so much nicer. That attention to detail and willingness to make last-minute changes is something I don’t think you’d get at many venues. Our guests were shocked when they went back in as the room looked completely transformed.

Tell us about your Wedding Day?

WOW, what can I say. We had the utmost trust in the Ellingham team to create the most incredible wedding day and they certainly did not disappoint. The day was so well organized and ran so smoothly, they worked hard to ensure we had the perfect day!
Debbie, David and Alicia were extremely attentive throughout the day. They visited the bridal suite in the morning to check I was ok and to reassure me that everything was running to plan. They had such positive energy and genuinely were excited for the big day ahead!

Throughout the wedding day itself, they ensured everything ran perfectly, regularly checking on myself and my husband and created opportunities for us to have some private moments together, just the two of us, which was so important. The food was incredible, and the service was exceptional, there really are not enough words to describe how amazing our day was, thanks to this fantastic venue and team.
So many of our guests said it was the best wedding they have ever been to.
It was simply magical!

What did you think of the Two-Night Wedding Experience?

We loved it. The fact you have two days to enjoy precious time with friends and family was perfect. It was great for those family members who had travelled, and it gave them a chance to settle in and get to know Sean’s family. It’s nothing like a hotel, it’s homely and the staff solely concentrate on you and your guests during the two nights.

Credits

Photo – Dan Clark Photography

Video – Abigail Grace

Registrar – Northumberland Registrars

Bridal Gown & Bridesmaids Dresses – Brides Dream Ltd.

Groom Suit – Suit Culture

Makeup – Make up by Ursula & Anna McClen

Hair – Lisa Cameron Wedding Hair & Julie Reay

Florist – Zoe the wedding florist

Balloon Arch – Ameo Balloons

Light Up Letters, Polaroid Wall, Eucalyptus Wall – Low Fell Hire Company

Singers – Charlie Whyte & No.1 Singing Waiters

Dancefloor, Dry Ice & Cold Spark Fountains – AG Events

Gold Cutlery – The Whole Schbang

Cake – Family Friend

Beth explains, “Cristian proposed to me on 6th February, so we wanted our wedding to be as close to the date as possible. It bleached down with snow when we got engaged and I always dreamed of a white winter wedding.

“It wasn’t until after the ceremony and we were enjoying our wedding breakfast in the Chapel that we were lucky to have a flurry of snow. Hannah, our wedding planner, dashed in to say it was snowing. So, we quickly rushed to see it. It wasn’t much and we didn’t get any great photos, but the fact it snowed was an extra part of making my day unforgettable!”

NOTES FROM THE BRIDE

Why did you choose Ellingham Hall?

I’d seen photographs of previous autumn weddings at Ellingham Hall and thought they were beautiful. We looked at lots of venues online and shortlisted our top three to visit. Ellingham Hall was the second venue we visited and from the moment we drove up the tree-lined driveaway, we immediately got the wow factor. When we entered the Hall, it instantly felt like home, and we knew that this was the place we wanted to host our wedding. We were greeted by the most wonderful smiling faces and felt incredibly relaxed from the start. We sat down and discussed our visions and dreams for our big day and the team were genuinely so interested and excited for us.

Did you always want a Wedding in Northumberland?

We live in Bedlington, so it wasn’t far for us to travel, and Northumberland is an incredibly special place with beautiful scenery. I’d always wanted to get married somewhere close to home, so my grandparents could be part of our special day, and it meant a lot to me that they were able to attend our wedding.

Did your Guests have to Travel far to your Wedding Venue?

I have some family from further afield, who used to live in Northumberland but moved down to Leicestershire. I also had family members who flew over from Tenerife and others who travelled up from Middlesbrough. It was perfect having exclusive use of the Hall, so those who travelled could settle in and unwind the night prior to our wedding day.

How was the Night Before Celebration?

From the moment we arrived the night before, we were made to feel so special and welcome. We sat down with a glass of fizz and had our final details meeting which went so smoothly. I felt very relaxed during the meeting, which for the day before your wedding day is pretty impressive, I would say!

We all enjoyed a barbecue later in the evening and then played games, which made everyone laugh and broke the ice for some of our family. One of our guests is a pianist, so she played on Ellingham’s grand piano while everyone chilled with drinks. It made the evening very personal to us.

Where did your Ceremony take place?

We got married in Ellingham’s 19th Century Chapel which was a perfect setting. It’s a breath-taking room and that’s why we wanted the ceremony to be held in that incredible space.

How was the changeover for the Wedding Breakfast?

After the ceremony, we went outdoors for photographs as it was a lovely sunny day. During that time, the team turned the Chapel around for our wedding breakfast. It wasn’t quite what we planned as Debbie, Head of weddings came to us and said that the florals were so beautiful, they would look great displayed on the fireplace. Originally, the top table was going to be in the middle of the room, however we moved it when Debbie suggested it and it looked so much nicer. That attention to detail and willingness to make last-minute changes is something I don’t think you’d get at many venues. Our guests were shocked when they went back in as the room looked completely transformed.

Tell us about your Wedding Day?

WOW, what can I say. We had the utmost trust in the Ellingham team to create the most incredible wedding day and they certainly did not disappoint. The day was so well organized and ran so smoothly, they worked hard to ensure we had the perfect day!
Debbie, David and Alicia were extremely attentive throughout the day. They visited the bridal suite in the morning to check I was ok and to reassure me that everything was running to plan. They had such positive energy and genuinely were excited for the big day ahead!

Throughout the wedding day itself, they ensured everything ran perfectly, regularly checking on myself and my husband and created opportunities for us to have some private moments together, just the two of us, which was so important. The food was incredible, and the service was exceptional, there really are not enough words to describe how amazing our day was, thanks to this fantastic venue and team.
So many of our guests said it was the best wedding they have ever been to.
It was simply magical!

What did you think of the Two-Night Wedding Experience?

We loved it. The fact you have two days to enjoy precious time with friends and family was perfect. It was great for those family members who had travelled, and it gave them a chance to settle in and get to know Sean’s family. It’s nothing like a hotel, it’s homely and the staff solely concentrate on you and your guests during the two nights.

Have you any Advice for Brides to Be?

Book Ellingham Hall! Seriously, though, if people want a whole Wedding Experience and want to feel at home, it is the best place to be. I wouldn’t change a thing and the main point to remember is that it’s your day, so choose what you like.

Credits

Photo – Dan Clark Photography

Video – Abigail Grace

Registrar – Northumberland Registrars

Bridal Gown & Bridesmaids Dresses – Brides Dream Ltd.

Groom Suit – Suit Culture

Makeup – Make up by Ursula & Anna McClen

Hair – Lisa Cameron Wedding Hair & Julie Reay

Florist – Zoe the wedding florist

Balloon Arch – Ameo Balloons

Light Up Letters, Polaroid Wall, Eucalyptus Wall – Low Fell Hire Company

Singers – Charlie Whyte & No.1 Singing Waiters

Dancefloor, Dry Ice & Cold Spark Fountains – AG Events

Gold Cutlery – The Whole Schbang

Cake – Family Friend

Beth explains, “Cristian proposed to me on 6th February, so we wanted our wedding to be as close to the date as possible. It bleached down with snow when we got engaged and I always dreamed of a white winter wedding.

“It wasn’t until after the ceremony and we were enjoying our wedding breakfast in the Chapel that we were lucky to have a flurry of snow. Hannah, our wedding planner, dashed in to say it was snowing. So, we quickly rushed to see it. It wasn’t much and we didn’t get any great photos, but the fact it snowed was an extra part of making my day unforgettable!”

NOTES FROM THE BRIDE

Why did you choose Ellingham Hall?

I’d seen photographs of previous autumn weddings at Ellingham Hall and thought they were beautiful. We looked at lots of venues online and shortlisted our top three to visit. Ellingham Hall was the second venue we visited and from the moment we drove up the tree-lined driveaway, we immediately got the wow factor. When we entered the Hall, it instantly felt like home, and we knew that this was the place we wanted to host our wedding. We were greeted by the most wonderful smiling faces and felt incredibly relaxed from the start. We sat down and discussed our visions and dreams for our big day and the team were genuinely so interested and excited for us.

Did you always want a Wedding in Northumberland?

We live in Bedlington, so it wasn’t far for us to travel, and Northumberland is an incredibly special place with beautiful scenery. I’d always wanted to get married somewhere close to home, so my grandparents could be part of our special day, and it meant a lot to me that they were able to attend our wedding.

Did your Guests have to Travel far to your Wedding Venue?

I have some family from further afield, who used to live in Northumberland but moved down to Leicestershire. I also had family members who flew over from Tenerife and others who travelled up from Middlesbrough. It was perfect having exclusive use of the Hall, so those who travelled could settle in and unwind the night prior to our wedding day.

How was the Night Before Celebration?

From the moment we arrived the night before, we were made to feel so special and welcome. We sat down with a glass of fizz and had our final details meeting which went so smoothly. I felt very relaxed during the meeting, which for the day before your wedding day is pretty impressive, I would say!

We all enjoyed a barbecue later in the evening and then played games, which made everyone laugh and broke the ice for some of our family. One of our guests is a pianist, so she played on Ellingham’s grand piano while everyone chilled with drinks. It made the evening very personal to us.

Where did your Ceremony take place?

We got married in Ellingham’s 19th Century Chapel which was a perfect setting. It’s a breath-taking room and that’s why we wanted the ceremony to be held in that incredible space.

How was the changeover for the Wedding Breakfast?

After the ceremony, we went outdoors for photographs as it was a lovely sunny day. During that time, the team turned the Chapel around for our wedding breakfast. It wasn’t quite what we planned as Debbie, Head of weddings came to us and said that the florals were so beautiful, they would look great displayed on the fireplace. Originally, the top table was going to be in the middle of the room, however we moved it when Debbie suggested it and it looked so much nicer. That attention to detail and willingness to make last-minute changes is something I don’t think you’d get at many venues. Our guests were shocked when they went back in as the room looked completely transformed.

Tell us about your Wedding Day?

WOW, what can I say. We had the utmost trust in the Ellingham team to create the most incredible wedding day and they certainly did not disappoint. The day was so well organized and ran so smoothly, they worked hard to ensure we had the perfect day!
Debbie, David and Alicia were extremely attentive throughout the day. They visited the bridal suite in the morning to check I was ok and to reassure me that everything was running to plan. They had such positive energy and genuinely were excited for the big day ahead!

Throughout the wedding day itself, they ensured everything ran perfectly, regularly checking on myself and my husband and created opportunities for us to have some private moments together, just the two of us, which was so important. The food was incredible, and the service was exceptional, there really are not enough words to describe how amazing our day was, thanks to this fantastic venue and team.
So many of our guests said it was the best wedding they have ever been to.
It was simply magical!

What did you think of the Two-Night Wedding Experience?

We loved it. The fact you have two days to enjoy precious time with friends and family was perfect. It was great for those family members who had travelled, and it gave them a chance to settle in and get to know Sean’s family. It’s nothing like a hotel, it’s homely and the staff solely concentrate on you and your guests during the two nights.

Credits

Photo – Dan Clark Photography

Video – Abigail Grace

Registrar – Northumberland Registrars

Bridal Gown & Bridesmaids Dresses – Brides Dream Ltd.

Groom Suit – Suit Culture

Makeup – Make up by Ursula & Anna McClen

Hair – Lisa Cameron Wedding Hair & Julie Reay

Florist – Zoe the wedding florist

Balloon Arch – Ameo Balloons

Light Up Letters, Polaroid Wall, Eucalyptus Wall – Low Fell Hire Company

Singers – Charlie Whyte & No.1 Singing Waiters

Dancefloor, Dry Ice & Cold Spark Fountains – AG Events

Gold Cutlery – The Whole Schbang

Cake – Family Friend

Beth explains, “Cristian proposed to me on 6th February, so we wanted our wedding to be as close to the date as possible. It bleached down with snow when we got engaged and I always dreamed of a white winter wedding.

“It wasn’t until after the ceremony and we were enjoying our wedding breakfast in the Chapel that we were lucky to have a flurry of snow. Hannah, our wedding planner, dashed in to say it was snowing. So, we quickly rushed to see it. It wasn’t much and we didn’t get any great photos, but the fact it snowed was an extra part of making my day unforgettable!”

NOTES FROM THE BRIDE

Why did you choose Ellingham Hall?

I’d seen photographs of previous autumn weddings at Ellingham Hall and thought they were beautiful. We looked at lots of venues online and shortlisted our top three to visit. Ellingham Hall was the second venue we visited and from the moment we drove up the tree-lined driveaway, we immediately got the wow factor. When we entered the Hall, it instantly felt like home, and we knew that this was the place we wanted to host our wedding. We were greeted by the most wonderful smiling faces and felt incredibly relaxed from the start. We sat down and discussed our visions and dreams for our big day and the team were genuinely so interested and excited for us.

Did you always want a Wedding in Northumberland?

We live in Bedlington, so it wasn’t far for us to travel, and Northumberland is an incredibly special place with beautiful scenery. I’d always wanted to get married somewhere close to home, so my grandparents could be part of our special day, and it meant a lot to me that they were able to attend our wedding.

Did your Guests have to Travel far to your Wedding Venue?

I have some family from further afield, who used to live in Northumberland but moved down to Leicestershire. I also had family members who flew over from Tenerife and others who travelled up from Middlesbrough. It was perfect having exclusive use of the Hall, so those who travelled could settle in and unwind the night prior to our wedding day.

How was the Night Before Celebration?

From the moment we arrived the night before, we were made to feel so special and welcome. We sat down with a glass of fizz and had our final details meeting which went so smoothly. I felt very relaxed during the meeting, which for the day before your wedding day is pretty impressive, I would say!

We all enjoyed a barbecue later in the evening and then played games, which made everyone laugh and broke the ice for some of our family. One of our guests is a pianist, so she played on Ellingham’s grand piano while everyone chilled with drinks. It made the evening very personal to us.

Where did your Ceremony take place?

We got married in Ellingham’s 19th Century Chapel which was a perfect setting. It’s a breath-taking room and that’s why we wanted the ceremony to be held in that incredible space.

How was the changeover for the Wedding Breakfast?

After the ceremony, we went outdoors for photographs as it was a lovely sunny day. During that time, the team turned the Chapel around for our wedding breakfast. It wasn’t quite what we planned as Debbie, Head of weddings came to us and said that the florals were so beautiful, they would look great displayed on the fireplace. Originally, the top table was going to be in the middle of the room, however we moved it when Debbie suggested it and it looked so much nicer. That attention to detail and willingness to make last-minute changes is something I don’t think you’d get at many venues. Our guests were shocked when they went back in as the room looked completely transformed.

Tell us about your Wedding Day?

WOW, what can I say. We had the utmost trust in the Ellingham team to create the most incredible wedding day and they certainly did not disappoint. The day was so well organized and ran so smoothly, they worked hard to ensure we had the perfect day!
Debbie, David and Alicia were extremely attentive throughout the day. They visited the bridal suite in the morning to check I was ok and to reassure me that everything was running to plan. They had such positive energy and genuinely were excited for the big day ahead!

Throughout the wedding day itself, they ensured everything ran perfectly, regularly checking on myself and my husband and created opportunities for us to have some private moments together, just the two of us, which was so important. The food was incredible, and the service was exceptional, there really are not enough words to describe how amazing our day was, thanks to this fantastic venue and team.
So many of our guests said it was the best wedding they have ever been to.
It was simply magical!

What did you think of the Two-Night Wedding Experience?

We loved it. The fact you have two days to enjoy precious time with friends and family was perfect. It was great for those family members who had travelled, and it gave them a chance to settle in and get to know Sean’s family. It’s nothing like a hotel, it’s homely and the staff solely concentrate on you and your guests during the two nights.

Credits

Photo – Dan Clark Photography

Video – Abigail Grace

Registrar – Northumberland Registrars

Bridal Gown & Bridesmaids Dresses – Brides Dream Ltd.

Groom Suit – Suit Culture

Makeup – Make up by Ursula & Anna McClen

Hair – Lisa Cameron Wedding Hair & Julie Reay

Florist – Zoe the wedding florist

Balloon Arch – Ameo Balloons

Light Up Letters, Polaroid Wall, Eucalyptus Wall – Low Fell Hire Company

Singers – Charlie Whyte & No.1 Singing Waiters

Dancefloor, Dry Ice & Cold Spark Fountains – AG Events

Gold Cutlery – The Whole Schbang

Cake – Family Friend

Beth explains, “Cristian proposed to me on 6th February, so we wanted our wedding to be as close to the date as possible. It bleached down with snow when we got engaged and I always dreamed of a white winter wedding.

“It wasn’t until after the ceremony and we were enjoying our wedding breakfast in the Chapel that we were lucky to have a flurry of snow. Hannah, our wedding planner, dashed in to say it was snowing. So, we quickly rushed to see it. It wasn’t much and we didn’t get any great photos, but the fact it snowed was an extra part of making my day unforgettable!”

NOTES FROM THE BRIDE

Why did you choose Ellingham Hall?

I’d seen photographs of previous autumn weddings at Ellingham Hall and thought they were beautiful. We looked at lots of venues online and shortlisted our top three to visit. Ellingham Hall was the second venue we visited and from the moment we drove up the tree-lined driveaway, we immediately got the wow factor. When we entered the Hall, it instantly felt like home, and we knew that this was the place we wanted to host our wedding. We were greeted by the most wonderful smiling faces and felt incredibly relaxed from the start. We sat down and discussed our visions and dreams for our big day and the team were genuinely so interested and excited for us.

Did you always want a Wedding in Northumberland?

We live in Bedlington, so it wasn’t far for us to travel, and Northumberland is an incredibly special place with beautiful scenery. I’d always wanted to get married somewhere close to home, so my grandparents could be part of our special day, and it meant a lot to me that they were able to attend our wedding.

Did your Guests have to Travel far to your Wedding Venue?

I have some family from further afield, who used to live in Northumberland but moved down to Leicestershire. I also had family members who flew over from Tenerife and others who travelled up from Middlesbrough. It was perfect having exclusive use of the Hall, so those who travelled could settle in and unwind the night prior to our wedding day.

How was the Night Before Celebration?

From the moment we arrived the night before, we were made to feel so special and welcome. We sat down with a glass of fizz and had our final details meeting which went so smoothly. I felt very relaxed during the meeting, which for the day before your wedding day is pretty impressive, I would say!

We all enjoyed a barbecue later in the evening and then played games, which made everyone laugh and broke the ice for some of our family. One of our guests is a pianist, so she played on Ellingham’s grand piano while everyone chilled with drinks. It made the evening very personal to us.

Where did your Ceremony take place?

We got married in Ellingham’s 19th Century Chapel which was a perfect setting. It’s a breath-taking room and that’s why we wanted the ceremony to be held in that incredible space.

How was the changeover for the Wedding Breakfast?

After the ceremony, we went outdoors for photographs as it was a lovely sunny day. During that time, the team turned the Chapel around for our wedding breakfast. It wasn’t quite what we planned as Debbie, Head of weddings came to us and said that the florals were so beautiful, they would look great displayed on the fireplace. Originally, the top table was going to be in the middle of the room, however we moved it when Debbie suggested it and it looked so much nicer. That attention to detail and willingness to make last-minute changes is something I don’t think you’d get at many venues. Our guests were shocked when they went back in as the room looked completely transformed.

Tell us about your Wedding Day?

WOW, what can I say. We had the utmost trust in the Ellingham team to create the most incredible wedding day and they certainly did not disappoint. The day was so well organized and ran so smoothly, they worked hard to ensure we had the perfect day!
Debbie, David and Alicia were extremely attentive throughout the day. They visited the bridal suite in the morning to check I was ok and to reassure me that everything was running to plan. They had such positive energy and genuinely were excited for the big day ahead!

Throughout the wedding day itself, they ensured everything ran perfectly, regularly checking on myself and my husband and created opportunities for us to have some private moments together, just the two of us, which was so important. The food was incredible, and the service was exceptional, there really are not enough words to describe how amazing our day was, thanks to this fantastic venue and team.
So many of our guests said it was the best wedding they have ever been to.
It was simply magical!

Credits

Photo – Dan Clark Photography

Video – Abigail Grace

Registrar – Northumberland Registrars

Bridal Gown & Bridesmaids Dresses – Brides Dream Ltd.

Groom Suit – Suit Culture

Makeup – Make up by Ursula & Anna McClen

Hair – Lisa Cameron Wedding Hair & Julie Reay

Florist – Zoe the wedding florist

Balloon Arch – Ameo Balloons

Light Up Letters, Polaroid Wall, Eucalyptus Wall – Low Fell Hire Company

Singers – Charlie Whyte & No.1 Singing Waiters

Dancefloor, Dry Ice & Cold Spark Fountains – AG Events

Gold Cutlery – The Whole Schbang

Cake – Family Friend

The elegant drawing room at Ellingham Hall also became the centre of attention during a game of Mahjong the night before the wedding. Playing the centuries-old Chinese game, helped guests who flew in from China and America to get to know each other – and it helped Jiaxing’s parents feel at home.

Beth explains, “Cristian proposed to me on 6th February, so we wanted our wedding to be as close to the date as possible. It bleached down with snow when we got engaged and I always dreamed of a white winter wedding.

“It wasn’t until after the ceremony and we were enjoying our wedding breakfast in the Chapel that we were lucky to have a flurry of snow. Hannah, our wedding planner, dashed in to say it was snowing. So, we quickly rushed to see it. It wasn’t much and we didn’t get any great photos, but the fact it snowed was an extra part of making my day unforgettable!”

NOTES FROM THE BRIDE

Why did you choose Ellingham Hall?

I’d seen photographs of previous autumn weddings at Ellingham Hall and thought they were beautiful. We looked at lots of venues online and shortlisted our top three to visit. Ellingham Hall was the second venue we visited and from the moment we drove up the tree-lined driveaway, we immediately got the wow factor. When we entered the Hall, it instantly felt like home, and we knew that this was the place we wanted to host our wedding. We were greeted by the most wonderful smiling faces and felt incredibly relaxed from the start. We sat down and discussed our visions and dreams for our big day and the team were genuinely so interested and excited for us.

Did you always want a Wedding in Northumberland?

We live in Bedlington, so it wasn’t far for us to travel, and Northumberland is an incredibly special place with beautiful scenery. I’d always wanted to get married somewhere close to home, so my grandparents could be part of our special day, and it meant a lot to me that they were able to attend our wedding.

Did your Guests have to Travel far to your Wedding Venue?

I have some family from further afield, who used to live in Northumberland but moved down to Leicestershire. I also had family members who flew over from Tenerife and others who travelled up from Middlesbrough. It was perfect having exclusive use of the Hall, so those who travelled could settle in and unwind the night prior to our wedding day.

How was the Night Before Celebration?

From the moment we arrived the night before, we were made to feel so special and welcome. We sat down with a glass of fizz and had our final details meeting which went so smoothly. I felt very relaxed during the meeting, which for the day before your wedding day is pretty impressive, I would say!

We all enjoyed a barbecue later in the evening and then played games, which made everyone laugh and broke the ice for some of our family. One of our guests is a pianist, so she played on Ellingham’s grand piano while everyone chilled with drinks. It made the evening very personal to us.

Credits

Photo – Dan Clark Photography

Video – Abigail Grace

Registrar – Northumberland Registrars

Bridal Gown & Bridesmaids Dresses – Brides Dream Ltd.

Groom Suit – Suit Culture

Makeup – Make up by Ursula & Anna McClen

Hair – Lisa Cameron Wedding Hair & Julie Reay

Florist – Zoe the wedding florist

Balloon Arch – Ameo Balloons

Light Up Letters, Polaroid Wall, Eucalyptus Wall – Low Fell Hire Company

Singers – Charlie Whyte & No.1 Singing Waiters

Dancefloor, Dry Ice & Cold Spark Fountains – AG Events

Gold Cutlery – The Whole Schbang

Cake – Family Friend

It’s the cherry on top of the cake, as our business has had such a fantastic year. In the past 12 months, our new parent company ‘Unveiled Venues’ was launched to incorporate Ellingham Hall alongside two new sister venues.

As well as Ellingham Hall, the Unveiled Venues group has added luxury wedding venue Lemmington Hall in Alnwick and family gastro pub The Highlander Ponteland to its portfolio.

Unveiled Venues’ Group Director Anthony Hunter said the TWIA award for the wedding events team had signified an amazing year.

“The fact the team has scooped the Best Wedding Events Team at the Regional final for the third year running, shows that Unveiled Venues has firm foundations,” he said.

“I want to congratulate every member of the Ellingham Events Team that has been part of this success over the past three years. This recognition illustrates the importance of creating the best wedding experience for all our couples. I am immensely proud of every single member of our team!”

TWIA brings together the Regional Winners from all categories, which culminates in a National awards event each year. After beating a host of events teams from across the North East and Yorkshire last January, our team collected a Highly Commended award in the National final.

Group General Manager David Fordham-Scott said it was a privilege to represent Northumberland and the North East for the third year in a row.

“We’re hoping to bring home the National accolade to illustrate what the North East is renowned for – its warm hospitality,” he said.

“TWIA uses feedback from couples to make its decisions. Knowing that this industry award is down to the experience and comments of our valued couples makes it even more rewarding, because it tells us we’re giving people the high standard of service that every couple deserves.”

TWIA’s National final takes place on 24 January at London’s Underglobe. Last year, we were Highly Commended and we’re hoping to top that in the 2024 Final!

If you are considering a wedding venue in the North East, contact our wedding planning team today.