Pavilions of Harrogate

Pavilions of Harrogate is a wedding and events venue on the edge of the Great Yorkshire Showground in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. It has over 250 acres of lawns, colonnades and woodland, with rooms that look out over the Crimple Valley.

Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples

Pavilions of Harrogate for couples who want a choice of ceremony styles in one place, from a small room to an open-air pavilion. The Calder Room gives exclusive access throughout the day and opens on to private lawns, which suits couples who want space for their guests to move between ceremony, drinks and dinner. Music is flexible, with DJs, live bands, acoustic musicians and saxophonists all welcome.

Ceremonies

The White Pavilion stands on the President's Lawn and suits summer ceremonies outdoors. The Swale Room is a bright indoor room with wide views for smaller ceremonies, and the Calder Room is a larger licensed room that opens on to its own lawns. The indoor rooms are licensed, so civil ceremonies can take place here. Capacities are not published, so ask the team about your guest list. The Swale Room in particular is bright and has panoramic views, which suits couples who like plenty of daylight. Visit the venue to see how each room feels before you choose.

Receptions and food

Menus are seasonal and use local ingredients, in keeping with the ethos of the Yorkshire Agricultural Society that runs the showground. Food runs from canapes through the wedding breakfast to evening dishes, and the reception rooms can be styled to suit different themes. The venue also has a separate offer for Asian weddings.

Getting there and the area

The venue is at the Great Yorkshire Showground, on the western side of Harrogate. Harrogate town centre has Betty's tea rooms, the Valley Gardens and the Turkish Baths, and the Yorkshire Dales are a short drive away. The venue has a visit-us page with parking and travel information, and an accessibility page.

Good to know

• Address: Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate, HG2 8QZ.
• Over 250 acres of grounds.
• Accommodation is not listed, so book guest rooms in Harrogate.