Resort or Large Hotel · Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Crowne Plaza Newcastle
Large modern hotel behind Newcastle Central Station, with event suites, a spa and pool
Crowne Plaza Newcastle stands in the Stephenson Quarter, a regenerated corner of the city just behind Central Station. It is a modern hotel with a purpose-built events centre, a restaurant, a gin bar and the Mineral House Spa. If you are planning a larger wedding and want ceremony, reception and rooms for guests in one place, it covers all three.
Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples
GLW suggests Crowne Plaza for couples with a long guest list who want the logistics kept simple. One team runs the ceremony, meal, evening party and overnight stays, and the spa gives you and your wedding party somewhere to relax before or after. It works well when friends and family are travelling from different parts of the country and you want everyone together under one roof.
Ceremonies
The hotel holds a civil ceremony licence, so you can marry on site. The events centre has a range of naturally lit rooms, from smaller spaces for an intimate ceremony to suites that hold a few hundred guests. The team can set up one room for vows and turn another around for dinner.
Receptions and food
The largest suites can seat up to around 300 for a wedding breakfast, with space for more at an evening reception. Wedding packages include a multi-course meal, a drinks allowance per guest and an evening buffet. Hawthorns Restaurant serves contemporary local food, and The Gin Bar is a good place for guests to gather before the meal.
Staying
The hotel has a large number of bedrooms, along with Club rooms and suites that include access to the Club Lounge. The Mineral House Spa has an indoor heated pool, steam room, gym and treatment rooms, which makes a morning-after swim an easy option for guests.
Getting there and the area
Newcastle Central Station is a short walk away, with fast trains from London and Edinburgh and a Metro link to Newcastle Airport. The Life Science Centre, the Utilita Arena and the Quayside are close by, and Gateshead Quayside is around five minutes away. The Tyne bridges and the city centre bars are within easy reach for guests staying the weekend.
Good to know
- The hotel has an indoor pool and spa on site.
- Central Station is a few minutes on foot.
- Packages include an evening buffet.
Frequently asked questions
Can we hold a large wedding at Crowne Plaza Newcastle?
Yes. The biggest suites seat a few hundred guests, and the evening capacity is larger still.
Is the hotel licensed for ceremonies?
Yes. You can hold a civil ceremony and the reception at the hotel.
Can guests use the spa?
The Mineral House Spa is on site with a pool, gym and treatments. Ask the hotel about access for wedding guests.
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