Hotel du Vin & Bistro Newcastle

Hotel du Vin Newcastle occupies Allan House, a historic building on City Road, a short walk from the Quayside and the River Tyne. Inside, the hotel keeps exposed brickwork and period features alongside a bistro, a wine-focused bar and stylish bedrooms. It is a good fit for couples who want a smaller, food-led wedding in the city.

Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples

GLW recommends Hotel du Vin for couples who care more about good food, good wine and good company than about scale. Menus are planned with you, the sommeliers help build the drinks list, and exclusive-use options mean the hotel can become your own for the celebration. It suits a relaxed, grown-up wedding with close friends and family.

Ceremonies

The hotel is licensed for civil ceremonies, with space for up to around 80 guests. The Shipyard room is the largest private room and can host a ceremony for around 40, with exposed brick, original artwork, natural light and views towards the Tyne and the Quayside. An outdoor terrace overlooks the city.

Receptions and food

Up to around 80 can sit down for a meal, with more for a standing reception. For a smaller party, the Shipyard room seats around 22 at one long banquet table. Menus use fresh, seasonal and local produce, and the team can arrange signature cocktails or a bespoke wine list. Exclusive-use weddings include the wedding breakfast and the evening reception.

Staying

The hotel has 42 bedrooms, so many guests can stay on site. The Signature Suite has a large bed, an open-plan lounge, twin roll-top baths and a walk-in shower, and a honeymoon suite is also available.

Getting there and the area

Allan House is on City Road, east of the city centre and close to the Quayside. Newcastle Central Station is a short taxi ride away, and Manors Metro is nearby. Guests can walk down to the river to see the Tyne bridges, the Millennium Bridge and the Baltic arts centre across the water, and the Quayside has plenty of bars for the evening after.

Good to know

• The hotel holds a civil ceremony licence.
• The Shipyard room has views of the Tyne.
• Sommeliers help plan the wine and drinks.