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Why Choose a Two Night Wedding?

Are you looking for a Northumberland wedding venue with a difference? If so, you may wish to consider Ellingham Hall – because we are the specialists of the ‘Two Night Wedding’.

But what makes our weddings stand out from the crowd?

Our Two Night Wedding experience allows you to enjoy a more relaxing wedding celebration, as you and your guests take over the Hall and grounds from late afternoon the night before, until you’ve said your farewells, the morning after your ‘big day’.

This means you don’t have the stress of getting to the venue on the day you tie the knot. And because the night before allows friends and family from both sides to break the ice and mingle, this sets the atmosphere on the wedding day off to the perfect start!

Home of the Two Night Wedding

Since opening our doors in 2007, our family-owned wedding venue wanted to do things differently.

Our founders decided to offer couples the entire Hall and its eight acres of picturesque grounds and woodland across two nights of wedding celebrations. That’s because they understand how stressful it is, squeezing all of your celebrations into a single day. Also, as Ellingham offers so much for you and your guests to enjoy and explore – they wouldn’t want you to miss out!

They wanted couples to have the chance to spend quality time with their families and friends, enjoying exclusive use, so they’d never bump into other wedding parties during their Two Night Wedding Experience.

 

Over the past 17 years, Ellingham Hall has become renowned for its unforgettable two-night weddings and has set the trend for such an experience.

A lot of our success is thanks to our multi award-winning team, who feel like part of your family during your stay. The teams passion and wealth of experience in planning and delivering dream weddings is highly praised by couples. Nothing is too much trouble, and as a result, our couples have a wedding they and their guests will always remember.

From the luxurious accommodation, homely reception rooms, underground party Den and an array of alfresco terraces and luscious lawns and woodland, we offer something for every family member to enjoy.

For us, it’s the small details that make a big difference to your wedding.

Why Couples love our Two Night Wedding Experience

Since 2007 we have enjoyed listening to our couples feedback, which has helped us to continually improve our venue and wedding experience. Couples told us they love:

-Spending quality time with friends and family, so they have more time to prepare, celebrate and relax.

-Enjoying complete privacy and there’s no chance of bumping into other wedding parties at the venue or within the grounds.

-Mingling and chatting to guests the night before, so they don’t feel the pressure of trying to see everyone on their special day.

-Two wedding suites, so they can both get ready separately and enjoy pre-ceremony drinks with bridesmaids and groomsmen.

-Knowing that the months of planning won’t disappear in the blink of an eye as the wedding day itself passes so quickly.

-Not having to worry about the cost and hassle of transporting guests to and from the wedding venue on the day.

-Feeling more relaxed, without the anxiety and stress of a one day wedding.

-The venue is dog friendly and feels homely and not pretentious.

-Lots of accommodation onsite and they can enjoy breakfast with guests the morning after, to say thank yous and final farewells.

What Guests enjoy about our Two Night Wedding Experience

It’s not just couples who give us great feedback. Many of our guests have also commented on how they will never forget a Two Night Wedding at Ellingham Hall. They enjoyed:

– Relaxing the night before the wedding and celebrating with the couple, making it feel like a mini holiday.

-Staying at the venue the night before, particularly for guests who have travelled some distance within the UK and from overseas.

-Having more time to get to know other guests and family members they hadn’t previously met, resulting in a better atmosphere from the off, on the wedding.

-Taking part in fun activities that were arranged by the couple, the night before the wedding day.

-Tucking into mouth-watering food and drinks throughout their two-night stay.

– Enjoying exploring the venue and grounds, which time doesn’t allow on a one day wedding.

Do you want to know more?

If you are looking for an alternative to a traditional one day wedding and are searching for weekend wedding venues, then why not arrange a private viewing? Contact us today and find out how we can help you enjoy a Two Night Wedding Experience that you and your guests will never forget!

Why not check out our sister venue Lemmington Hall, which offers a summer Two Night Wedding Experience during the months of July to September.

Ellingham Hall Wedding Event Team is best in the UK!

Home of the Two Night Wedding

Since opening our doors in 2007, our family-owned wedding venue wanted to do things differently.

Our founders decided to offer couples the entire Hall and its eight acres of picturesque grounds and woodland across two nights of wedding celebrations. That’s because they understand how stressful it is, squeezing all of your celebrations into a single day. Also, as Ellingham offers so much for you and your guests to enjoy and explore – they wouldn’t want you to miss out!

They wanted couples to have the chance to spend quality time with their families and friends, enjoying exclusive use, so they’d never bump into other wedding parties during their Two Night Wedding Experience.

 

So, it was a real thrill for every member of our team to know that the work they do is appreciated so highly by our couples. Indeed, their focus on couples is such a priority that some of the team couldn’t pick up their award because they were welcoming another happy couple to their wedding venue in Northumberland.

It was left to three of our management team to represent the Event Team and collect their award. But, as our Head of Weddings Debbie Armstrong, explains, no-one minded because the team’s focus is always on our couples.

Why Couples love our Two Night Wedding Experience

Since 2007 we have enjoyed listening to our couples feedback, which has helped us to continually improve our venue and wedding experience. Couples told us they love:

-Spending quality time with friends and family, so they have more time to prepare, celebrate and relax.

-Enjoying complete privacy and there’s no chance of bumping into other wedding parties at the venue or within the grounds.

-Mingling and chatting to guests the night before, so they don’t feel the pressure of trying to see everyone on their special day.

-Two wedding suites, so they can both get ready separately and enjoy pre-ceremony drinks with bridesmaids and groomsmen.

-Knowing that the months of planning won’t disappear in the blink of an eye as the wedding day itself passes so quickly.

-Not having to worry about the cost and hassle of transporting guests to and from the wedding venue on the day.

-Feeling more relaxed, without the anxiety and stress of a one day wedding.

-The venue is dog friendly and feels homely and not pretentious.

-Lots of accommodation onsite and they can enjoy breakfast with guests the morning after, to say thank yous and final farewells.

What Guests enjoy about our Two Night Wedding Experience

It’s not just couples who give us great feedback. Many of our guests have also commented on how they will never forget a Two Night Wedding at Ellingham Hall. They enjoyed:

– Relaxing the night before the wedding and celebrating with the couple, making it feel like a mini holiday.

-Staying at the venue the night before, particularly for guests who have travelled some distance within the UK and from overseas.

-Having more time to get to know other guests and family members they hadn’t previously met, resulting in a better atmosphere from the off, on the wedding.

-Taking part in fun activities that were arranged by the couple, the night before the wedding day.

-Tucking into mouth-watering food and drinks throughout their two-night stay.

– Enjoying exploring the venue and grounds, which time doesn’t allow on a one day wedding.

A Huge Thank You!

Ellingham Hall General Manager David Fordham-Scott, who attended the National awards ceremony, points out that their commitment to couples is what makes him so proud of every member of the team.

“I’m incredibly proud of not only the Wedding Events Team for achieving this accolade, but everyone who works at Ellingham Hall. They are a fantastic team who pull together to ensure our couples experience an unforgettable wedding, which is why they are being deservedly recognised.

General Manager, David adds “Sadly, not everyone could join us for the awards ceremony, as they were helping one of our couples celebrate their wedding back in Northumberland. That just sums up their dedication to ensuring our Bride and Groom had a wedding to remember, which was their number one priority. As they couldn’t make it, I’d like to publicly thank our amazing team for everything they do.”

“I would also like to thank every single one of our couples who not only took the time to vote but showered the team in such well-deserved praise in the comments section. As a General Manager who genuinely cares about our couples’ experience, it was overwhelming to read such heartfelt reflection from them. “

Do you want to know more?

If you are looking for an alternative to a traditional one day wedding and are searching for weekend wedding venues, then why not arrange a private viewing? Contact us today and find out how we can help you enjoy a Two Night Wedding Experience that you and your guests will never forget!

Why not check out our sister venue Lemmington Hall, which offers a summer Two Night Wedding Experience during the months of July to September.

Ellingham Hall’s Events Team Celebrates Triple Award Success!!

Wedding Industry Awards 2024

We are absolutely delighted – and humbled – to have been crowned the ‘Best Wedding Events Team’ in the North East and Yorkshire for an unprecedented third year in a row.

Our team was presented with the winning accolade at The Wedding Industry Awards (TWIA) Regional final earlier this month, at a glittering ceremony at the Vermont Hotel in Newcastle.

Being announced as Regional Winner for the Best Wedding Events Team in the North East and Yorkshire really is amazing. Having an unforgettable wedding experience requires more than a stunning venue and it was great to hear TWIA founder, Damian Bailey acknowledge our dedication for turning couples’ dreams into reality, for a third consecutive year. 

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.

It’s official: our Wedding Events Team is one of the UK’s best!

Wedding Industry Awards 2024

We are absolutely delighted – and humbled – to have been crowned the ‘Best Wedding Events Team’ in the North East and Yorkshire for an unprecedented third year in a row.

Our team was presented with the winning accolade at The Wedding Industry Awards (TWIA) Regional final earlier this month, at a glittering ceremony at the Vermont Hotel in Newcastle.

Being announced as Regional Winner for the Best Wedding Events Team in the North East and Yorkshire really is amazing. Having an unforgettable wedding experience requires more than a stunning venue and it was great to hear TWIA founder, Damian Bailey acknowledge our dedication for turning couples’ dreams into reality, for a third consecutive year. 

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!

We’re TWIA Regional Finalists for a second year!

Wedding Industry Awards 2024

We are absolutely delighted – and humbled – to have been crowned the ‘Best Wedding Events Team’ in the North East and Yorkshire for an unprecedented third year in a row.

Our team was presented with the winning accolade at The Wedding Industry Awards (TWIA) Regional final earlier this month, at a glittering ceremony at the Vermont Hotel in Newcastle.

Being announced as Regional Winner for the Best Wedding Events Team in the North East and Yorkshire really is amazing. Having an unforgettable wedding experience requires more than a stunning venue and it was great to hear TWIA founder, Damian Bailey acknowledge our dedication for turning couples’ dreams into reality, for a third consecutive year. 

General Manager David Fordham-Scott said, “The entire team at Ellingham Hall should feel very proud. We would like to thank all our couples who voted for us this year, we are extremely grateful.

“Every member from each department has to pull together to ensure everything runs smoothly as our couples have exclusive use of the venue for two days.

“So, as well as our Weddings Team – who plan the wedding from the welcome the night before, to the evening reception and the morning after – all our departments must work together seamlessly to ensure our couples have an unforgettable experience.”

The Regional Awards will take place on 7th November at a glittering ceremony at The Fed  – and if we are successful for the second year running, we’ll go through to the National Finals in London on 25th January.

Ellingham successfully shortlisted second year running for National Title

Shortlisted second year running

Following on from being Highly Commended as Countryside Wedding Venue of the Year at the 2019 National Wedding Awards, we were delighted to be informed last month that we’d again been shortlisted from thousands of venues across the UK to be named among 8 finalists for 2020.

Rachel Barlow, Marketing and Communications Manager said; “We’re delighted to have been shortlisted for the award again this year. Since being so close to winning last year, we’ve worked hard at the venue on improving our experience for couples and also on the venue itself investing substantially in a number of areas at the Hall, many of them highlighting the wonderful Northumbrian countryside.”

It’s now down to public vote and the Team are calling on your support to help them lift the national title. To vote, click here – https://natweddingawards.co.uk/nominate/vote

It’s the support from couples, their family, friends and general followers of the venue which has allowed Ellingham to be crowded winners in a number of awards ceremonies recently and it looks like there’s no sign of them slowing down.

Anthony Hunter, General Manager said; “The support we’ve received over the last 18 months has been overwhelming. We have received back to award back nominations, have excelled in both the wedding and corporate sectors and we can’t thank everyone enough.

“We always knew Ellingham was a special place, but to be recognised on such a national scale is brilliant for the venue and all the Team working hard behind the scenes.”

The awards will be held later this year at a glittering awards ceremony in Leicester and we’ll be sure to keep you updated with news following the event.

Events team shortlisted for top award

This year we’ve been thrilled to receive several awards at the venue for outstanding beauty and for the opportunities the venue provides, not just to couples looking to book their dream wedding, but to corporate clients looking at venue facilities with a difference. Now, it’s our wonderful team who host all of our fantastic events who have hit the headlines.

Shortlisted as Regional Finalists at The Wedding Industry Awards 2020, our team has successfully made it through to the regional finals for Events Team of the Year.

Whether it’s starting from the very early planning stages of a wedding, to forming skeleton ideas for corporate away days, it’s our passionate team who turns these outline plans into reality, sharing experience, creative flare and always ensuring the highest levels of customer service.

Incredibly proud of every member of our Ellingham Hall family, we will find out on 11th November if our team lifts the regional title at a glittering awards ceremony in Newcastle’s Vermont Hotel and whether the Team will go on to the very grand National final.

The Team would like to extend a big thank you to every couple who took the time to nominate them during the voting stages and we’ll be sure to keep you updated on the results.

Venue Shortlisted as Venue of the Year and Most Romantic in England

Over the past 18 months, Ellingham Hall has picked up a host of awards for the stunning venue, as well as the services provided by our team.

It seems wedding award season is in full swing as we are delighted to announce, the Hall has made the shortlist for not one, but two categories in the 2019 English Wedding Awards

Following a string of nominations from couples who’ve married with us over the years, we were thrilled to see the Hall being listed as Venue of the Year for the North of England. It wasn’t until we received the confirmation email form their Awards Team, that confirmed we had also made the finals as Most Romantic Wedding Venue too.

The awards aim to reward those within the eclectic wedding industry that make one of the most special days of our lives one to remember.

A spokesman for the English Wedding Awards said: “These awards are an exclusive celebration dedicated to those who work tirelessly to make our dream day as perfect as possible. They also seek to recognise everyone in this sector that has shown excellence, commitment and have the customer satisfaction as top priority in their business.”

We will find out next month whether we will be crowned at a glittering black-tie ceremony, taking place on Tuesday 19th November, at Manchester’s Mercure Piccadilly Hotel. Keep watching to see how we get on.

Anthony shortlisted for North East Employee Award

North East Employee Award

Our General Manager, Anthony Hunter, isn’t one to boast! So, we’ll do that for him – because he has been shortlisted for a very special award.

Anthony has been named as one of only five to make the finals for Outstanding Service in the North East Employee of the Year Awards.

The annual awards aim to recognise and value the contribution employees make to businesses in the region by celebrating their achievements.

Among the categories is the award for Outstanding Service. The award will be presented to the employee who has consistently demonstrated excellent service, to fellow employees and clients alike, but who has also gone that extra mile.

The judges will be looking for:

  • Evidence of excellent customer service and going above and beyond.
  • Examples of how value has been added.
  • Feedback from customers regarding service given.
  • The impact the candidate has had on customer service in the business.

Anthony has been an integral part of Ellingham Hall for 10 years now, and we know he is always giving outstanding service – whether that’s towards the rest of his team or to our clients.

We will find out if Anthony is successful at a glittering ceremony on Friday 29th November at Newcastle’s Crowne Plaza Hotel.

We wish him the best of luck, but we know that whatever the outcome, Anthony is a star in all our eyes.

Making the ‘Hall of Fame’

This past year has been one to remember thanks to the number of awards and nominations we’ve received.
It’s always amazing when our peers recommend or choose us for an award, especially when we’re up against some of the UK’s finest venues.

We’ve not only seen new awards from the wedding industry, but we’ve also enjoyed accolades for our corporate hospitality within a year from launch.

While we enjoy receiving those awards, there’s always something a little bit special when our guests regard us in such high esteem. And that’s what happened when we recently received a much-coveted Certificate of Excellence from Trip Advisor. It was an even bigger delight to be included in their ‘Hall of Fame’ for consistently receiving the certificate over the last 5 years.

As you may know, Trip Advisor is a community of people who are usually very forthright about their experiences in hospitality and catering!

Trip Advisor only awards top-rated businesses its Certificate of Excellence, annually to those that consistently receive ‘very good’ and ‘excellent’ reviews. To be awarded a certificate, venues must maintain reviews of at least 4 out of 5 stars, receive a minimum number of reviews and should be part of Trip Advisor for at least 12 months.

You know when a venue has been awarded the certificate when you see one of the famous green stickers displayed there.

Our General Manager, Anthony Hunter, said he was delighted with the achievement. He added: “To receive the Certificate of Excellence for the fifth year in a row, gives me the reassurance that our team are not only meeting but exceeding the expectations of our guests.

“We were delighted when we received the certificate in the post, and it gives us even more reason to celebrate about our high customer service standards.”