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About

1885 The Venue is a boutique wedding venue beautifully located in the West Yorkshire countryside close to Halifax. Overlooking the beautiful Pennine hills, this warm and friendly hotel is a wonderful choice for a relaxed rural wedding. As a family-run business, they offer a deeply personal service that aspires to keep your special day as unique and meaningful as your bond.

Facilities and Capacity

Enveloped in serene seclusion, 1885 the Function House offers elegance, style, and a refined rustic aesthetic. Proudly unassuming, this small country hotel contains an understated, sophisticated edge. The main function area is licensed for civil ceremonies, so you can enjoy the entirety of your day in one intimate setting. With its exposed brick, low lighting, and cosy tartan carpeting, the area truly does add a cosy quality to any milestone gathering. This private dining space can easily host between 10 and 150 guests, alongside bar and patio access. Elsewhere, the restaurant provides an additional trendy setting where guests can indulge in a pre-wedding meal or party. For overnight stays, the hotel features a gorgeous selection of rooms which friends and family can book ahead of your special day. Meanwhile, you and your loved one can wind down in the luxurious appointed Bridal Suite, complete with a complimentary prosecco.

Services Offered

1885 The Venue delivers a bespoke approach to weddings, allowing you to enjoy a signature package tailored to your budget and guestlist. Here, there are no strict rules or minimum numbers, just the opportunity to make the hotel feel like home. As part of your exclusive hire, you will benefit from full event management headed by a dedicated wedding planner. Throughout your booking, the staff can lend you support and share their expert advice for a stress-free experience. The dedicated chefs will put together a fantastic wedding breakfast tailored to your taste and beautifully presented. Their culinary style embraces texture and flavour inspired by the season, whether you desire an elegant afternoon tea, a relaxed buffet, or something more formal.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Small hotel
Pub or restaurant

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
Corkage option
Private catering allowed
Alcohol licence
Buffet meal facilities
In-house catering

Evening entertainment:

Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Live band facilities
Evening reception facilities
DJ facilities

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Wedding coordinator

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
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The Recreation Ground HX4 9HF Halifax (West Yorkshire)
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