Resort or Large Hotel · Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Grand Hotel Scarborough
Large seaside hotel on St Nicholas Cliff, Scarborough, with a ballroom for up to 150 guests.
The Grand Hotel stands on St Nicholas Cliff in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, high above the South Bay. It is a large seaside hotel with a ballroom for wedding celebrations.
Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples
The Grand Hotel is a strong fit for couples who like a big, traditional room and a full package handled by one team. The wedding team arranges the drinks, the meal and the evening, which leaves you free to plan the parts that matter most to the two of you. The ballroom is large enough for a proper dance floor and a long guest list, and the sea views give your photographs a strong backdrop. The hotel is a council-approved venue for civil ceremonies, so the legal side can be handled here too.
Ceremonies
North Yorkshire Council lists the hotel as an approved place to marry. The famous staircase is a favourite spot for photographs, and the Sun Terrace is used for drinks once the ceremony is over.
Receptions and food
The Palm Court Ballroom holds up to 150 guests and has views over the South Bay and a 9 metre by 9 metre dance floor. Wedding packages cover arrival drinks, a three-course wedding breakfast and an evening buffet. The fully inclusive package adds toast drinks, a cake stand with knife, water and table linen.
Staying
The hotel offers special overnight rates for wedding guests, so your family and friends can stay on site after the party. Staying in the same building also means nobody has to organise late-night transport.
Getting there and the area
The hotel sits in the centre of Scarborough, close to the seafront and the town centre. Scarborough railway station is a short distance away, and the beaches, the harbour and the old town are close by, which gives guests plenty to do before and after the celebration. The wedding team can be reached on 01723 375 371, and the hotel has a separate page for parking details.
Good to know
- Packages include drinks, a three-course meal and an evening buffet.
- Guests can book rooms at special wedding rates.
- Parking details are published separately by the hotel.
Frequently asked questions
How many guests does the ballroom hold?
The Palm Court Ballroom holds up to 150 guests.
Is the hotel approved for civil ceremonies?
Yes. It appears on the local council's list of approved wedding ceremony venues.
Is there somewhere for drinks after the ceremony?
Yes. The Sun Terrace is used for post-ceremony drinks, and the staircase is a popular place for photographs.
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