Yorebridge House

Yorebridge House is a Grade II listed Victorian house in the Yorkshire Dales National Park at Bainbridge, near Leyburn. It was once a school and headmaster's residence, and it now works as a small hotel and wedding venue with 12 bedrooms.

Why it suits LGBTQ+ couples

It is a strong fit for couples who want a weekend rather than a single day. Exclusive use means the house is yours, and the format can stretch across a stay, with guests arriving the day before. The range of options, from a small ceremony to a marquee or tipi celebration, lets you choose a scale that feels right for you. Nearly every part of the day can be made personal, from the music to the menu.

Ceremonies

The Orangery holds up to 90 guests and has wide views over the Dales. The Masters Room is a smaller space for up to 25, with period features and garden views. Churches in Askrigg, Hawes and Aysgarth are a few minutes away if you prefer a church ceremony.

Receptions and food

The wedding breakfast can be served for up to 50 guests in the house, or up to 120 in a marquee or tipi. The restaurant team creates menus around local, seasonal produce. For the evening, options include street food, cheese boards and petit fours, with live music and dancing in the Orangery or outdoors.

Staying

There are 12 individually designed bedrooms, many with private hot tubs and countryside views. A bridal suite is included with Sunday to Thursday weddings. Extra beds and cots are available on request, and a longer package lets guests arrive early for a pre-wedding dinner.

Getting there and the area

The house sits beside the village of Bainbridge in Wensleydale. Hawes, Aysgarth and Leyburn are close, and the Dales scenery is on the doorstep for photographs and walks. Guests staying outside the house will find more rooms in the nearby villages and market towns.

Good to know

• Exclusive use of the house.
• Ceremonies for up to 90 in the Orangery.
• Packages include elopement and winter options.