Bowcliffe Hall

Bowcliffe Hall

Bowcliffe Hall is a historic country house set in 58 acres of landscaped grounds at Bramham, close to Wetherby and within reach of Leeds, Harrogate and York. It is hired for weddings on an exclusive basis.

Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples

Bowcliffe is a strong fit for couples who want a grand setting without a crowd. With exclusive use of the estate, the house and grounds are yours for the day. The in-house chefs and events team build the food and the timings with you, so one team looks after the details and you can enjoy it. The mix of indoor rooms, a chapel and a garden marquee gives you room to design a ceremony that feels like you.

Ceremonies

The Bowcliffe Room is a ceremony space. The estate also has its own chapel, which has hosted blessings, and a marquee in the garden gives an outdoor option. Capacities are not published, so ask the events team to match a space to your guest list.

Receptions and food

Receptions are held in the Ballroom, the Drivers Club and the Blackburn Wing, and there are dining rooms and outdoor areas for other parts of the day. The in-house chefs prepare wedding breakfasts and evening food, and canapes are part of the offer. Menus are designed around the quality of the ingredients and your own preferences.

Getting there and the area

Bramham is a village between Leeds and Wetherby, easy to reach from the A1(M). Wetherby has shops, pubs and hotels for guests who need somewhere to stay, and Leeds and York have the main rail stations.

The mix of spaces lets you plan the day in stages. You might hold the ceremony in one room, move to the garden for drinks and photographs, and finish in the Ballroom for dancing. Ask the events team about the Drivers Club and the Blackburn Wing for evening guests, and about how the marquee can be used if the weather is kind. Pricing is available on request, so a venue visit is the best first step.

Good to know

• Exclusive use of the whole estate.
• In-house chefs prepare the food.
• Garden marquee available for outdoor ceremonies and parties.