Manor House · Otterburn, Northumberland
Le Petit Chateau
A French style chateau and chapel in Otterburn, Northumberland, with 28 bedrooms and in-house catering.
Le Petit Chateau is a French style wedding venue and boutique hotel on Jedburgh Road in Otterburn, Northumberland. It stands in the Northumberland countryside and is open all year for stays as well as weddings.
Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples
Le Petit Chateau is a strong fit for couples who want a full weekend in one place. Ceremony, dinner, evening party and bedrooms all sit together, and an in-house team and a wedding coordinator run the day. The venue encourages stays of two or three days, so you and your guests are not racing to leave. The hotel is also dog friendly, which matters to many couples. The French theme gives the house a distinct style from the first look at the exterior.
Ceremonies
The Belle Epoque inspired French Chapel is the ceremony room, with a crystal chandelier, a marble fireplace and a thatched roof. It seats up to 160 guests. The grounds offer a meadow setting for outdoor photographs and drinks. Ask the coordinator about outdoor ceremony options for your date.
Receptions and food
Catering and the bar are in house, and outside caterers and corkage are not allowed. Dietary needs can be met if you tell your coordinator before the day. Because everything is in house, there is one team to speak to about food, drink and timings, and one bill to plan around. Daytime weddings suit 30 to 160 guests, with more for evening receptions. Dinner seats 160 and standing receptions up to 200.
Staying
There are 28 double bedrooms, including a Honeymoon Suite at no extra charge. The William de Percy rooms offer further space for guests. Two or three day stays are encouraged, so the wedding can run across a whole weekend.
Getting there and the area
Otterburn sits in the Northumberland, in open moorland country not far from the Scottish border. Newcastle is the nearest big city, and walking country and Kielder Water are within reach. The A696 passes through the village, which makes it simple for guests to arrive by road.
Good to know
- In-house catering only, no outside caterers.
- Ceremony for 160, dinner for 160, standing 200.
- Dog friendly hotel.
Frequently asked questions
Can we bring outside caterers?
No. Catering and the bar are in house, and outside catering and corkage are not allowed.
How many guests can stay?
The venue has 28 double bedrooms, including a Honeymoon Suite.
Where is the ceremony held?
The French Chapel seats up to 160 guests, and ceremonies can also take place in the grounds.
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