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Last update: February 2024

The Castle Inn really provides the perfect combination of rustic charm and modern elegance, ideal for all types of wedding celebration. Located in the picturesque village of Spofforth on the outskirts of Harrogate, we pride ourselves on offering a truly heart-warming Yorkshire welcome to each and every one of our couples. Also, just a stones throw away is the incredible Spofforth Castle; an 11th century monument providing a truly magical backdrop for newlywed photos.

Our traditional yet contemporary setting offers a unique aesthetic with cosy nooks, converted barn rooms and a spacious outdoor garden and terrace. Our main event space is complete with a retractable glass roof bringing a real alfresco feel to your special day, all with the added guarantee of flawless lighting for those perfect photographs all year round!

Ceremonies

We are fully licensed to hold ceremonies on-site and our team at Malvern Events are on hand to help create the setting of your dreams. Alternatively, if you are looking for a more traditional wedding, we are lucky enough to have the beautiful All Saints Church just a two-minute walk away.

The Venue

The Castle Inn is a traditional country pub complete with cosy corners and local hand pull ales. The original pub opens out into 'The Yard' - a light and spacious setting ideal for larger celebrations of up to 100 daytime guests. With both full and half venue packages available; this space also lends itself to host ceremonies and receptions on a smaller scale, providing a much more intimate experience for couples with that preference.

'The Barn' and 'The Horsebox' are our two adjoining rooms showcasing original oak features, complete with a private wedding bar. The event space then leads onto our peaceful terrace and spacious garden which is adorned with festoon lighting and beautiful blossom arch; the ideal spot for your drinks reception and confetti toss.

Accommodation

We are proud to have twelve luxury boutique bedrooms on site, all of which are en-suite and finished to an exceptionally high standard featuring roll top baths, walk-in showers and four poster beds. Each room has been carefully curated to encapsulate a particularly well-known castle from around the country. Dependent on your chosen venue package, you will receive a number of complimentary rooms with the remainder offered to your guests at a discounted rate.

Our accomodation is also dog-friendly meaning canine companions can be a part of your special day, please don't hesitate to get in touch to view our full hotel brochure.

Services

Our dedicated and passionate team here at Malvern Events are on-hand to assist in the planning process and ensure the smooth running of your day. By covering the set-up and breakdown of your event, we allow you and your guests to take a step back and thoroughly enjoy every aspect of your celebration.

As proud owners of both The Square & Compass, North Rigton and The Castle Inn, Spofforth we are experts when it comes to food and drink, with over a decade of experience, we have certainly become masters of our craft...

We pride ourselves in offering the most beautifully presented dishes created using only the best locally sourced, fresh ingredients, guaranteed to get your tastebuds tingling! Our experienced catering team can help you choose from our menu options in order to find the perfect package to suit your wedding style and budget, get in touch for a copy of our catering brochure.

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Frequently asked questions

Venue type:

In the country
Small hotel
Pub or restaurant
Unusual weddings
Castle
Outdoor license
Unique weddings

Ceremony options:

Civil ceremony licence

Dining options:

Seated meal facilities
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:

Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Wedding coordinator

Venue leisure facilities:

Hairdresser
Beautician

Other features:

Exclusive use
Accessible facilities
Car parking
Pet-friendly
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4.9 out of 5 rating
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Abbie A. Sent on 09/07/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect wedding venue - look no further!!

We had our wedding at The Castle Inn and it was perfect! We had the most amazing day surrounded by our family and friends - all who complimented our choice in venue saying it was 'everything they pictured'. The day ran smoothly thanks to the wonderful team including Tara and Georgia. Georgia helped us organise our day and Tara ensured we were happy throughout the wedding day itself. No query was too small when planning, every detail was organised and thought about which meant our day ran seamlessly. We are very grateful to both Georgia and Tara who helped our dream to come to life. All our guests said how beautiful the food was, how the service was superb and how lovely staff who took care of us and our guests all day were. The rooms available are stunning, comfy, spacious and designed out to a high standard. Again all guests said they were very happy, comfortable and would stay again. The breakfast on offer was great, fantastic choices and really well laid out.

Would highly recommend having your wedding with the Castle Inn, they are incredible! We will be back very soon to visit!!
Lyndsey
Lyndsey A. Sent on 30/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing day from start to finish.

Georgia and the team were fab before, during and after our special day. Everything ran smoothly and without problem on the day even when I asked for a break between mains and dessert so I could cool down due to the weather (very very hot day). All our guests commented on how perfect the venue was and how beautiful it looked. Thank you to you all 💗 Mr & Mrs Wood (08/09/2023.
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Louise H. Sent on 19/11/2023
4.6 out of 5 rating

Very supportive from start to finish

Georgia and the team did an amazing job at hosting our wedding.
They helped creat a very bespoke package for us and were very flexible catering to all our requests.
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Alex P. Sent on 03/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic service

Despite our previous contact for the event moving on, our new organiser Georgia was enthusiastic and committed in making our wedding day run smoothly. She did an excellent job and made our day perfect. The venue was beautiful with the sun out and the food and drinks were great.
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Richard B. Sent on 04/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Unconventional wedding

We both wanted our wedding to be something different from what is normally expected. After much thought we decided on a Victorian/Steampunk theme. Our proposal what put to the team at the castle who were delighted with he idea and could not wait to get onboard. The whole day was planned perfectly and all our extraordinary requirements catered for. The day was amazing and all of the guests loved the flawless execution of the plan. This is all due to our ideas being listened to and the positive approach adopted by Georgia and her team. I highly recommend using this venue for any event you have planned as I'm confident you will not be disappointed.
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Allison P. Sent on 22/01/2021
5 out of 5 rating

A perfect venue for our Wedding

We couldn't have asked for a better day at The Castle Inn. We had 80 guests and had a 4 course sit down meal which was cooked to perfection.

We were looked after extremely well by the staff, especially Fran who made sure that everything was perfect for our Wedding Day.
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