HOW DOES YOUR GARDEN GROW? We round up some of our favourite Yorkshire venues boasting gorgeous gardens BIRDSALL HOUSE 01944 316 003 | www.birdsallestates.co.uk Nestled in the stunning North Yorkshire countryside, Birdsall House is a magnificent stately home built in 1540 and cherished by the same family for nearly 500 years. Seamlessly blending Georgian grandeur with the warmth of a family home, it offers an extraordinary setting for weddings. With only 10 weddings hosted each year, couples enjoy exclusive use and bespoke planning, ensuring a truly personalised and elegant experience. The grounds of Birdsall House are spacious, exclusive and quintessentially English. With a charming temple, tranquil ponds, and countless idyllic spots, you’re spoilt for choice. There are a myriad of stunning spaces to choose from here. The Ballroom (150 ceremony, 110 wedding breakfast, 200 standing reception guests) is a breathtaking, south-facing space bathed in natural light from three grand windows. Adorned with formal family portraits and offering stunning views of the Yorkshire countryside, it epitomises Georgian grandeur and provides an atmosphere of timeless sophistication. The Oval Room (40 ceremony, 40 wedding breakfast, 100 standing reception guests) lies adjacent to The Ballroom and connected by grand, wide doors, is an elegant space. Its distinctive oval shape and exquisite design create a true wow moment for guests. Steeped in family history, with artwork adorning the walls, it serves as an intimate and sophisticated setting for a ceremony. Alternatively, when opened to The Ballroom, it seamlessly expands into a magnificent wedding breakfast space, accommodating up to 150 guests. The Long Hall (20 ceremony, 50 standing reception guests) serves as the grand entrance to Birdsall House, offering guests a captivating first impression. With two majestic fireplaces, this inviting space is perfect for an intimate civil ceremony or a relaxed moment during receptions where guests can unwind and catch up with family and friends. The Dining Room (150 ceremony, 60 wedding breakfast, 24 prewedding dinner guests) is a refined and light-filled space, with large windows offering picturesque views of the garden and the Yorkshire Wolds. Ideal for an intimate pre-wedding family dinner, it also transforms into a stunning setting for a civil ceremony steeped in timeless elegance. The Library (20 ceremony guests) with its rich leather-bound books and oodles of charm, provides an intimate setting for a civil ceremony, perfect for celebrating with only the closest family and friends. The Verandah (200 ceremony and reception guests) to the front of the House creates a striking and memorable setting for a wedding ceremony. On sun-drenched days, couples exchange vows on the grand steps of the house, with family and friends gathered before them. Afterwards, celebrations flow effortlessly into the picturesque gardens, offering a seamless transition from ceremony to reception. The Old Ruins (150 for ceremony and reception), unique to Birdsall and dating back to 11th-century, provide an enchanting setting, offering the perfect blend of a traditional church-like atmosphere in an open-air setting. Should the weather be less than ideal, couples can seamlessly transition to the elegant Dining Room, ensuring that plan B is just as stunning as the original vision. The Little Temple (12 ceremony guests) offers the ultimate setting for an elopement or intimate civil ceremony, with views over the ponds and Birdsall House. Perfect for small weddings, it also provides a stunning backdrop for golden-hour photographs, capturing the romance of the moment just before sunset. Receptions can be hosted in the glorious gardens at Birdsall. Alternatively, if you prefer to be indoors, the Long Hall and the Oval Room can accommodate 150 and are both large areas for mingling and have sofas to relax in. The pièce de résistance when it comes to dancing the night away is The Old Kitchens (200 guests), beneath the stately elegance of the main house. Built in the 1870s at the heart of Birdsall’s downstairs life, the complex of rooms has recently been transformed into a hidden 1920s-style speakeasy bar and nightclub, offering an exhilarating contrast to the grandeur above. With a state-of-the-art dancefloor, music and lighting system and stunning interiors that give a nod to the 1920s when the kitchens ran at their best. Today, guests are greeted with an Espresso Martini, while the music plays, cocktails flow, and guests dance until dawn. Click play below to view an episode of American Viscountess staring Birdsall House. www.martynhand.com Scan to view video 19 GLORIOUS GARDENS
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