Manor House Hotel
Imagine having your dream wedding in a 12th Century Manor House, the perfect wedding venue near Darlington
One wedding per day
Packages to suit all budgets
Historic Knights Hall
Luxury refurbished Superior Rooms
Beautifully maintained grounds
Spa available
Business details last verified on 23rd of October 2026 by Manor House Hotel.
Prices & Capacity
Prices
Typical Price: £9,000
Price Range: £2,200 - £18,750
Capacity
Ceremony: 80
Standing: 120
Seated Meal: 120
Accommodation
Sleeps: 74
About Manor House Hotel
The Manor House Hotel is a beautiful location for your wedding, reputedly King Henry VIII Hunting Lodge, set in a spectacular walled garden in the countryside of North East England. Early in 2025 we completed a £1.2M refurbishment of the Knights Hall, restaurant, bedrooms, spa and a stunning conversion of The Old Stables into a rustic wedding barn. Romantic rural and rustic weddings, moving through the hotel from the wedding barn or outdoor pavilion for your ceremony, then flowing through to the
We offer luxurious exclusive use weddings, bespoke packages and set packages to cater for all budgets. Seating up to 120 guests in our galleried Knights Hall overlooking the grounds, where knots are tied and celebrations begin. Our stunning bridal suite has a roll top bath in the very modern four poster bedroom, with newly refurbished walk in shower for two, pure luxury and indulgence. Our experienced staff have delivered weddings for the rich and famous, with attention to detail and excellent customer service as standard. With easy access only 10mins fro A1M and only 10mins drive into the beautiful dales.
The Details
Venue Type
Barn
Exclusive use
Historic
Intimate Venue
Manor House
Outdoor / Garden
Small Hotel
Type of Ceremony
Civil ceremony licensed
Outdoor Ceremonies
Receptions Only
Venue Setting
Countryside
Town
Village
Catering Options
BBQ / Hog Roasts
Buffet
Inhouse Caterers
Vegan
Additional Facilities
Bespoke weddings
Dance floor
Discos permitted
Dog friendly
Honeymoon suite
Inhouse Toastmaster
Licensed bar
Live music permitted
Onsite car parking
Outdoor ceremonies
Spa facilities
Swimming pool
Walled Garden
Wedding coordinator
Wedding packages
Contact & Location
Manor House Hotel
The Green, West Auckland, DL14 9HW, County Durham, United Kingdom
FAQs
We offer an exclusive use package which includes everything you need for your wedding day, as well as all 32 of our hotel rooms.
Yes, we also have multiple ceremony spaces to choose from and to cater to varying guest numbers; From intimate Stable Barn to the grand Knights Hall.
Yes - we have an outdoor garden space with pergola for ceremonies
Music will end and the bar will close by Midnight prompt, however we do have a residents lounge bar your guests can relax in after the party!
Biodegradeable confetti is allowed.
We have a beautiful Bridal Suite on the ground floor of the hotel, fitted with a four poster bed, roll top bath and dual shower.
Yes we boast 32 newly refurbished bedrooms with varying room types.
Why Couples Recommend Manor House Hotel
Couples who have held their weddings at the Manor House Hotel consistently praise the venue for providing an exceptional and magical experience. The hotel itself is a significant highlight, with recent, stunning renovations creating a spectacular setting, with particular commendation for the Knights Hall. The level of service is frequently described as outstanding; the events team is lauded for being professional, accommodating, and incredibly helpful, going above and beyond to tailor each wedding perfectly from the planning stages through to the day itself. Guests also frequently comment on how friendly and helpful every member of staff is. The food receives high praise, with both the formal wedding breakfast and evening reception meals described as delicious and enjoyed by all guests. The accommodation is another strong point, with rooms considered beautiful, clean, and spacious. The bridal suite, in particular, is noted for its excellent features. With the addition of relaxing on-site spa facilities and reasonably priced packages, the hotel comes highly recommended by couples for a truly special day.
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