Askham Hall
Situated along the edge of the beautiful Lake District National Park in Cumbria, the venue is suitable for celebrations of all sizes and styles.
A rustic barn wedding venue
Exclusive use and bespoke planning service
Our venue is majestic yet tranquil, hidden in the idyllic Lake District
We're dog friendly!
Our full and rich history, from the 1200s
Business details last verified on 2nd of February 2026 by the Guides for Brides team.
Prices & Capacity
Prices
Typical Price: £12,000
Price Range: £10,000 - £15,000
Capacity
Ceremony: 150
Standing: 200
Seated Meal: 150
Accommodation
Sleeps: 45
About Askham Hall
Askham Hall is a multi award-winning country house hotel and barn wedding venue near Penrith, Cumbria, offering elegant, exclusive-use weddings in a truly historic setting. Set within beautifully landscaped gardens and parkland, this luxury venue combines heritage architecture. Licensed for civil ceremonies indoors and outdoors, Askham Hall offers a variety of distinctive spaces for weddings of all sizes, from intimate celebrations to larger barn weddings in the Lake District fringe.
Askham Hall is available on an exclusive-use basis, allowing couples complete privacy and the freedom to enjoy the venue as their own for the duration of their stay. Weddings require a minimum two-night stay, giving couples the time and space to prepare, relax and celebrate fully with family and friends.
With the support of a dedicated events team, couples can set up their wedding the day before and enjoy a seamless, stress-free celebration.
The venue offers 19 luxurious bedrooms within Askham Hall itself, providing exceptional comfort for wedding couples and guests. Additional accommodation is available nearby at:
The Queen’s Head, Askham – 6 charming bedrooms at the venue’s sister property
The George and Dragon Inn, just a 5-minute drive away – 11 newly refurbished, dog-friendly bedrooms
Together, these options make Askham Hall ideal for destination weddings in Cumbria, allowing guests to stay close by and enjoy a full wedding weekend.
Askham Hall is home to a Michelin-starred restaurant, delivering exceptional cuisine for wedding breakfasts and celebrations. The venue’s stunning gardens provide a spectacular backdrop for wedding photography and a relaxing space for guests to enjoy throughout the weekend.
Unique features include:
Beautiful landscaped gardens
Outdoor heated swimming pool and hot tub
Historic architecture combined with modern luxury
The Details
Type of Ceremony
Civil ceremony licensed
Humanist / Celebrant weddings
Outdoor Ceremonies
Receptions Only
Venue Setting
Countryside
Waterside
Woodland
Remote
Venue Type
Stately home
Boutique hotel
Barn
Exclusive use
Country House
Manor House
Mansion
Small Hotel
Land For Hire
Unique & Unusual
Outdoor / Garden
Weekend Hire
Historic
Additional Facilities
Outdoor ceremonies
Honeymoon suite
Dance floor
Live music permitted
Discos permitted
Wedding coordinator
Swimming pool
Spa facilities
Onsite car parking
Licensed bar
Wedding packages
Bespoke weddings
Dog friendly
Catering Options
Inhouse Caterers
Area
Lake District
Contact & Location
Askham Hall
Askham, CA10 2PF, Cumbria, United Kingdom
FAQs
Yes! We only offer weddings on an exclusive use basis.
Yes! We can host civil and celebrant ceremonies in our bank barn, outdoor garden pavilion or within our historic house.
A typical Wedding at Askham Hall, for around 100 guests would be around the £12,000 mark. All of our weddings are bespoke, so it depends on what you're wanting on your Wedding Day.
Yes! Our garden pavilion is outdoors.
You'll have access the full day beforehand to ensure everything is ready for your day. Our team will already have most of it set for you, so all that's left to do is add some flair!
We have a great late license, so the party can continue as long as possible!
Yes!
Yes!
Yes! We have the choice of two, though you can choose any bedroom in the house.
Yes! We have 19 bedrooms.
Yes! We have our sister establishment, the Queen's Head with 6 bedrooms located in Askham and George and Dragon, located in the Village of Clifton with with a further 11 bedrooms available.
Our Sustainability Commitments
Year on year we set business goals that include strategies focussed around the following criteria: • Removing single use plastics and reducing our use of paper across our business with guests and B2B • Constantly review and improve our waste management and recycling strategies, with all staff trained on the importance of recycling • Reducing the carbon footprint of our business operation • All kitchen food waste is composted • All vegetables and some fruits come from our gardens, and meat from our farms • We have a pond with a duck and geese habitat, creating a positive ecosystem • We source local suppliers wherever possible to reduce food miles • We use local contractors wherever possible • We have a water borehole on site, only extracting what is needed • We use only eco friendly chemicals and cleaning materials • Introducing electric car charging stations across our establishments • We have a sound limiter in the barn to reduce noise pollution and annoyance to neighbours
Customer Reviews
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