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Sporting Lodge Inns is a distinctive wedding venue in Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, where unforgettable celebrations are brought to life with style, care, and a personal touch. From the moment you step through the doors, you’re welcomed into a warm and inviting setting designed for joyful, meaningful moments. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a lively celebration, this is a place where your wedding feels completely your own—relaxed, elegant, and truly memorable.

What are we known for?
We’re known for creating weddings that feel effortless yet unforgettable. Couples choose Sporting Lodge Inns for our blend of contemporary comfort and classic charm, as well as our reputation for going the extra mile. It’s not just about hosting your day—it’s about shaping an experience that reflects your personality, your story, and your vision. From beautifully dressed ceremony spaces to vibrant evening receptions, every wedding here has its own unique atmosphere.

What’s it like working with us?
Planning your wedding should feel exciting, not overwhelming—and that’s exactly what we aim to deliver. From your first enquiry to the final dance, our dedicated in-house wedding coordinators are there to guide and support you. We take the time to get to know you, understand your ideas, and help bring them to life with thoughtful suggestions and expert advice.

Our team is known for being friendly, flexible, and genuinely invested in your day. We’ll handle the details behind the scenes so you can focus on enjoying every moment. On the day itself, you can relax knowing everything is taken care of, with a team working seamlessly to ensure your celebration runs smoothly.

How do we make each wedding special?
No two weddings are ever the same at Sporting Lodge Inns. We tailor every detail to suit you—from the layout of your ceremony to the flow of your reception and the finishing touches that make your day feel personal. Our versatile function suites can host up to 180 guests, offering the perfect setting for both intimate and larger celebrations.

Picture your day unfolding effortlessly: exchanging vows in a beautifully styled space, celebrating with drinks in our open courtyard, and sharing unforgettable moments with your loved ones in a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere. As the evening draws in, your celebration continues with great food, music, and laughter before you retreat to your bridal suite for a well-earned rest.

With 140 comfortable bedrooms available on-site, your guests can fully enjoy the celebration without worrying about the journey home—making your wedding feel like a true occasion from start to finish.

The little extras that make a big difference
We believe it’s the thoughtful touches that turn a great wedding into an exceptional one. Our wedding packages include a complimentary stay in the Bridal Suite on your wedding night, with the option of breakfast in bed or in the Roseberry restaurant the following morning. And to help you relive those special memories, we invite you back to celebrate your first anniversary with a complimentary stay.

At Sporting Lodge Inns, your wedding is more than just a day—it’s an experience, carefully crafted so that every moment feels special, personal, and completely unforgettable.

Get in touch
We’d love to hear about your plans and show you everything we have to offer.

📞 Phone: [01642 578100]
📧 Email: [events@sportinglodgeinns.co.uk]
📍 Middlesbrough, Stainton, Ts17 9LW

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

Large hotel

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
Outdoor fireworks permitted

Overnight accommodation:

Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Overnight accommodation for guests

Venue staff assistance:

Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator

Venue leisure facilities:

Swimming pool
Health suite
Fitness centre

Other features:

Accessible facilities
Car parking
Confetti permitted
Changing room for wedding guests
Pet-friendly

Reviews for Sporting Lodge Inns

E  Barker
E Barker Sent on 27/09/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing wedding



We wanted to pass on our most sincere thanks to Lee Ann and the team for doing everything you could to make our wedding day extra special. This is the review that we will post;

Our wedding experience at The Sporting Lodge, Stainton was simply wonderful. Lee Ann’s management was incredible and when the inevitable challenges cropped up (including being let down by our dog sitter on the morning of our wedding) she handled them with such care and professionalism and made sure that we had no added stress.

Daisy, Michelle and Lisa kept the day running smoothly and timed to perfection. All of our guests commented on what a fantastic day they were having, nothing felt unplanned or needed to be changed at the last minute. The Maltby Room had been decorated beautifully , and special mention to the lovely breakfast supervisor, Darren, with every detail on the morning having had his careful attention.

None of this would have been possible without the amazing Lucy who coordinated and planned alongside us for the months leading to our big day. Lucy took time and care to make sure that our day was truly our day, from decoration and timing to menus and canapes (all of which were delicious).

We can’t thank you enough for everything you did.

Love and thanks

Mr & Mrs Barker
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Lee-Ann Sent on 09/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

More than we could ask for..

Our wedding day was absolutely perfect, in large part to this incredible venue and staff. From start to finish, everything was amazing. The staff were attentive and professional, ensuring every detail was taken care of, going above and beyond in every aspect. The venue itself is stunning, providing a beautiful backdrop for our ceremony and reception. The facilities were immaculate, and the layout worked perfectly for our needs. All of our guests were impressed with the location, amenities, and overall atmosphere. We couldn't have asked for a better place to celebrate our special day. I wholeheartedly recommend this venue to any couple looking for a truly exceptional wedding experience. It exceeded all our expectations and helped create memories we'll cherish forever.
Chloe
Chloe Sent on 27/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Thoms Wedding 25.05.2024

If anyone is looking to get married I can honestly say this is the place. I originally was getting married at another venue that pulled the rug and cancelled our wedding. After getting the sporting lodge suggested I made the best decision and rang them and spoke to lovely girl name Lucy… who ended up saving the wedding annd being my wedding planner along with a women named Leanne the manager who is also amazing. The two of them couldn’t do enough I honestly could cry with what they done. Nothing was to much. Lucy constantly put my mind and anxiety at ease. The wedding day was just everything I dreamed of and more. The staff there are all so friendly and welcoming and I honestly couldn’t praise them enough. I’m still on cloud 9. The hotel was perfect food, drinks and the day just ran so smoothly. I made the choice last minute to get married in the venue as-well as the wedding reception. From the Friday before the wedding till the Sunday after myself and my guest were treated impeccably. I had 144 guest and nothing but positive feedback which just says it all. Thank you so much to Lucy, Leanne and the rest of the team at the sporting lodge.
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Chris Sent on 11/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent service

Me and my now husband held out wedding here and we loved it we got everything we dreamed of Lucy our wedding planner was brilliant and was in constant contact with every decision making . We got scammed with our photo booth for the wedding and this company got us one and payed for it which we can not thank them enough I would defiantly use the sporting lodge nothing is to much for them
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Amy N. Sent on 16/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Mrs Amy Nixon

Lucy is an amazing wedding planner who had all the time in the world for us. She sorted everything out for us and made the process as smooth as possible. Our wedding day was amazing. I absolutely cannot fault the sporting lodge one bit. Food was incredible, staff were friendly and the venue is lovely.
Lisa
Lisa Sent on 08/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue and staff

I have thought long and hard about what to write in this review. But there just isn't the words needed to explain how brilliant our day was.
Lucy deserves a standing ovation, from day one it was obvious that nothing was too much trouble. She put me at ease with any worries and concerns.

There was an issue with my florist on the day, which had nothing to do with Lucy or the venue, but they went out of their way to resolve it. The whole team were magnificent.

Everyone loved the food, the decor looked amazing and was exactly what we wanted.

We cannot recommend The Sporting Lodge enough for your wedding.





Michael
Michael Sent on 24/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Our Wedding Day

We chose the 'Wrapped up package' for our wedding day and were delighted with the outcome. Our wedding co-ordinator, Ms Lucy Waters was superb throughout. Right from when we first made contact with the Sporting Lodge to checking out the day after our wedding. In the days following the wedding our guests have praised the venue itself, quality of meals and overall organisation of the event. We could recommend the Sporting Lodge for anyone seeking a prospective wedding venue.
Jessica
Jessica Sent on 30/06/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The Sporting Lodge

We had the most amazing wedding day! The staff were so helpful and really listened to what we wanted for our big day!
Sam
Sam D. Sent on 03/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent service

Would 100% recommend this venue we had the best day from start to finish. Nothing was a problem for the staff.
Nicola
Nicola Sent on 26/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Day

Myself and now husband have been together 20 years and decided to tie the knot and what an amazing day we had. Sporting lodge inns was the perfect venue for us and Lucy made the planning so easy. Would 100% recommend
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Sarah Sent on 18/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Sporting Lodge

We had an amazing day and the whole team were fantastic! The venue looked great and nothing was too much trouble would highly recommend.
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Len T. Sent on 14/04/2023
4.8 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Fabulous

We had a small reception of 35 people held in the Roseberry room.
The room was excellently set up, the food and service was lovely.
The general service of the staff was above and beyond. Nothing was an issue.
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