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Last update: November 2023

Merchant Adventurers’ Hall is a wedding venue in York, England. This magnificent medieval guild hall is a Grade I listed building. It has been part of the fabric of the city of York for more than 650 years, and now, you have the opportunity to make it the setting for the next chapter of your remarkable love story.

Facilities and Capacity

Merchant Adventurers’ Hall is licensed for civil ceremonies and partnerships and can accommodate parties of up to 180 ceremony and reception guests. The timbered Great Hall is a stunning event space, perfect for large wedding ceremonies. The luxurious Governor’s Parlour is ideal if you’re planning an intimate ceremony with 20 or fewer people. If you plan to get married sometime in the spring or summer, you’re welcome to use the venue’s secluded Walled Garden for your pre-dinner drinks reception. It also provides plenty of great backdrops for those all-important wedding photos. Afterwards, you and your party can make your way to the Great Hall for a fabulous meal, followed by an evening of dancing and fun in the Undercroft.

Services Offered

Merchant Adventurers’ Hall is available for exclusive use. Their team will provide you with a list of approved local caterers. All are well established and entirely committed to your satisfaction. Their menus feature a variety of delicious dishes made with fresh, locally sourced produce. Whatever you choose, you won’t be disappointed! DJs and bands are welcome. You can also hire the venue’s public address system for your speeches and background music. Merchant Adventurers’ Hall is very popular with couples looking for the perfect venue for their special day, so you are encouraged to book early to avoid disappointment. Viewings are available by appointment only. Contact the Merchant Adventurers’ Hall events team today for more information.

Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

Historic
In the city

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

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

Evening entertainment:

Dance floor
Entertainment licence
Evening reception facilities

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
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Lauren H. Sent on 21/08/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Venue

Stunning venue, which didn't need decorations. The team were helpful on the day and in the days leading up to the wedding.
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Jennie Sent on 01/12/2018
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Perfect setting

If you want a little history and character in your day this is the perfect venue. You also get quite free reign to run the day how you’d like it so if you don’t want a conveyor belt wedding this is your place. And so central that your guests can stay anywhere in York.
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Claire Sent on 12/08/2012
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Historic medieval hall in the centre of York

June 2012 - We had our evening meal and ceilidh here. Truly a stunning location for dinner in an ancient hall and a large area for sitting and dancing downstairs. Hidden treasure in central York that has beautiful, well-maintained riverside gardens. Absolutely recommend it for couples who want an original and historic location.
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Merchant Adventurers’ Hall Real Weddings

Rebecca & Thomas
20 photos · 30/09/2023
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14 photos · 12/02/2022
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