County Hotel Newcastle

The County Hotel stands on Neville Street in the centre of Newcastle upon Tyne, directly across the road from Central Station. It is a restored Victorian building that keeps its period character while offering modern bedrooms, a restaurant and a bar. For couples who want a city wedding where guests can arrive by train, walk across the road and check in, it is hard to find a simpler arrangement.

Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples

GLW likes the County Hotel for couples who want the whole day handled under one roof. A wedding coordinator guides the planning, menus are designed around you rather than taken from a fixed list, and guests can stay in the same building. That makes it easy to shape a day that reflects the two of you, whether you are planning a small gathering or a full party with friends and family travelling in from across the country.

Ceremonies

The hotel is licensed for civil ceremonies, so you can marry and celebrate without moving venues. The oak-panelled Mozart Suite and the County Suite, with its high ceilings and stained-glass windows, both bring a sense of occasion. The staircase is a popular spot for group photographs, as is the front of the building.

Receptions and food

Catering is in-house, with a wine list and bar on site. Menus are built with you, and vegan and halal options are offered. The hotel can seat around 150 for a wedding breakfast and host larger numbers for an evening reception. Packages include a menu tasting, so you can settle the food well before the day.

Staying

Guests can choose from city bedrooms, suites and penthouses, along with serviced apartments for longer stays. An accessible twin room is available. For couples, the suites give you somewhere comfortable to get ready and to retreat to at the end of the night.

Getting there and the area

Newcastle Central Station is opposite, with direct trains from London, Edinburgh and across the north. The Metro also stops at Central Station, which links to Newcastle Airport. The A1 runs to the west of the city. The Quayside, the Tyne bridges, the Castle Keep and the shops of Grainger Town are all within a short walk, which gives guests plenty to do over a wedding weekend.

Good to know

• The hotel is directly opposite Newcastle Central Station.
• Vegan and halal menus are available.
• A wedding coordinator works with you throughout planning.