Lartington Hall

Lartington Hall is a Grade II listed house near Barnard Castle in County Durham, with parts dating to the 15th century. It stands in around 72 acres of parkland on the Durham and North Yorkshire border.

Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples

Lartington Hall is a strong fit for couples who want a historic house with real choice of ceremony settings. The hall offers a chapel, a drawing room and outdoor spots, so the ceremony can fit the mood you want, from formal to quiet. Packages can be adjusted or made fully bespoke, and two-day weddings are an option, which gives you time with your guests rather than a rushed evening. The hall has been renovated in recent years, and it keeps its older character, with a long history behind it. Open days are held for couples who want to see it first.

Ceremonies

Ceremony spaces include the grand chapel, with its ornate ceilings and stained glass, and the drawing room, which suits smaller ceremonies. Outdoor ceremonies can take place by the old chapel door or on the lawns.

Receptions and food

The ballroom is a light room with views over the gardens, and it can be set with a dance floor and bar. The hall has a dedicated wedding food offer, and example packages start with 60 guests and can be changed to suit you. Two-day weddings can include relaxed extras such as a patio barbecue and games in the billiard room.

Staying

The hall has accommodation, with extended stays offered for wedding parties. Ask the team which rooms are available for your date, and whether your guests can stay on the same night. Having people under one roof makes the evening more relaxed.

Getting there and the area

Lartington Hall is on Lartington Lane, a short way from Barnard Castle. Teesdale, the Pennines and the market town itself are close by, so guests have plenty to see before or after the day. The parkland around the hall gives you space for a walk between ceremony and dinner, and for relaxed outdoor photographs.

Good to know

• Chapel, drawing room and outdoor ceremony spaces.
• Packages can be made bespoke.
• Two-day weddings are available.