Manor House · Thorganby, North Yorkshire
Thicket Priory
A Grade II listed country house near York with exclusive use, a chapel, ballroom and 35 bedrooms.
Thicket Priory is a Grade II listed country house near Thorganby, a short drive from York. It is hired on an exclusive basis, with a ballroom, a private chapel, 35 bedrooms and 18 acres of grounds with a lake.
Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples
It is a strong fit for couples who want a whole estate to themselves. Hire covers the house and grounds, so your guests have the house for the whole stay and there is nobody else on site. You can bring your own band or DJ, and the venue offers a choice of recommended caterers, so the day can be shaped around your tastes. Because the estate is private for the length of your booking, you also have room to plan the weekend as you wish, from a rehearsal evening to a long brunch the next day.
Ceremonies
Licensed civil ceremonies and partnerships can take place in the house or in the Bandstand in the gardens. There is also a private chapel and a choice of rooms inside the house. Garden ceremonies are available too, which gives you indoor and outdoor options in one place.
Receptions and food
The Ballroom has chandeliers and seats between 70 and 160 guests for a banquet, and extra guests can join for the evening. The Morning Room and Ballroom have built-in sound systems. You can choose individual dishes, set menus or a bespoke menu, and the venue lists recommended caterers. Drinks collections are also offered. Guests can move between the Ballroom, the Morning Room and the gardens, so the party never feels confined to a single space.
Staying
There are 35 en-suite bedrooms, sleeping up to 72 guests plus children. Having everyone on site makes a relaxed weekend possible, with no one needing transport at the end of the night.
Getting there and the area
The house stands in Thorganby, east of York, with a nature reserve around the grounds. The estate includes a lake, three bridges and a boathouse, which make good places for photographs. York is a short drive away for guests who want to explore the city before or after the wedding.
Good to know
- Exclusive use of the house and grounds.
- 35 en-suite bedrooms sleeping up to 72.
- Viewings are by appointment only.
Frequently asked questions
Do we get exclusive use?
Yes. Hire includes the whole house and the grounds.
Where can the ceremony take place?
In the house, in the Bandstand in the gardens, in the private chapel or in the garden.
How many guests can stay overnight?
The house sleeps up to 72 guests, plus children, in 35 en-suite bedrooms.
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