Wedding supplier · Skipton, North Yorkshire
The Devonshire Arms Hotel & Spa
Country hotel and spa on the Bolton Abbey estate near Skipton, with garden ceremonies for 2 to 120 guests
The Devonshire Arms Hotel and Spa stands at Bolton Bridge, on the 30,000-acre Bolton Abbey estate in the Yorkshire Dales. It hosts weddings from just two people up to 120 guests, with a choice of private rooms, licensed gardens and bedrooms in traditional Yorkshire style. Beamsley Beacon rises behind the lawns.
Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples
The range of room sizes is what GLW likes most. An elopement for two, a family meal for a dozen and a full party for over a hundred can all work here, each in a room that fits. Bespoke packages for up to 80 guests let you shape the day to suit you. With the estate on the doorstep, you also get riverside walks and Dales scenery without leaving the grounds.
Ceremonies
The hotel is licensed for ceremonies outdoors in the Italian Garden and on the rear lawn, both with views towards Beamsley Beacon. Indoors, the Clifford Room, the Cavendish Room and the smaller Barden Room can all host ceremonies.
Receptions and food
Each room suits a different size of wedding. The Barden Room seats up to 12, and the Hartington Room up to 20 on one oval table. The two can be joined. The Clifford Room, with antiques and chandeliers, seats 30 on round tables or 17 on one long table. The panelled Cavendish Room has its own dance floor and private bar, and takes 30 to 80 guests by day and up to 120 in the evening, with use of the Kitchen Garden. Ask the events team for current menus.
Staying
Many guests choose to stay in the hotel, where rooms include four-poster beds. There is also a spa for treatments the day before or after.
Getting there and the area
The hotel is at Bolton Abbey, BD23 6AJ, a short drive from Skipton and Ilkley, both of which have rail links to Leeds. Bolton Priory, the Strid woods and the River Wharfe are close by. The estate also includes the Fell Hotel at Burnsall and the riverside Cavendish Pavilion if you need another option.
Good to know
- Weddings from 2 to 120 guests.
- Outdoor ceremonies in the Italian Garden or on the rear lawn.
- The Cavendish Room has its own bar and dance floor.
Frequently asked questions
Can we marry outdoors at The Devonshire Arms?
Yes. The Italian Garden and the rear lawn are both licensed for ceremonies.
Does the hotel host very small weddings?
Yes. Weddings start from two people, and the Barden and Hartington Rooms suit small groups.
What is the largest wedding the hotel can host?
The Cavendish Room takes up to 80 guests by day and up to 120 in the evening.
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