Exclusive wedding venue
The Priests House, located at Barden Tower, makes for a perfect, intimate wedding venue.
“Absolutely stunning”
“The venue and its setting is absolutely stunning and has been restored impeccably, the people are lovely, professional and very accommodating and the food was fabulous!”
Asha & Jojo
Your wedding day
Your wedding day is one of the most special and memorable days of your life. Here at the Priests House, we understand the importance of that precious moment in saying ‘I do.’
With years of experience in delivering truly memorable weddings, we know a thing or two about what makes your day even greater than it already will be.
“They took the stress away”
“Our guests were all blown away by the location and the team at The Priests House took all of the stress out of the day, so we got to just relax and enjoy getting married.”
Emily & Dave
Barden Tower and its surroundings
Holding your day in one of the most magical wedding venues in North Yorkshire can only add to the occasion.
With the magnificent backdrop of the 15th century Barden Tower, this has to be one of the most historic of Yorkshire civil wedding venues. Steeped in romanticism and charm, this unique venue is surrounded by some of the best landscape the Yorkshire Dales can offer including:
- A stunning, awe-inspiring setting for your event
- Ample supply of picturesque backdrops for your photo’s
- A sense of exclusivity and intimacy
- Superb countryside views down the Wharfedale valley
Your options
Without question, the House and Chapel are unique. We only ever undertake one event on any day so you will have exclusive use of the facilities for the duration of your stay.
There are plenty of options to choose from, whether you are just looking for a ceremony with a drink and photographs, to stay for a fabulous wedding breakfast, or to hold the whole day including an evening reception. Debbie can also arrange for most of your floral requirements and we have a selection of table and other decor that you are free to use.
The House is perfect for a small, intimate occasion of up to 30 guests. The Chapel is ideal for larger events up to 76 for a wedding breakfast with a few more for the evening reception. We can host up to 80 for a ceremony.
The Chapel
The Chapel beneath the House had been left unloved for many a year but was sensitively renovated in 2016 to provide a fabulous new wedding and function venue. It provides a truly historical and charming setting. Includes a bar, dance floor, piano and washrooms the latter just completed in 2019. A medieval tiled stage is available to be used either for a top table or for a DJ / small band. An adjacent external seating area contains a fire pit.
You will also have exclusive use of the whole House and grounds for the duration of your stay.
- A newly renovated, 15th century chapel
- Oozes character and charm making use of original features
- Catering for up to 76 guests
- Ceremonies for up to 80 guests
- Evening Reception (drinks & dancing) for up to 85 guests
The Oak Room
The Priests House itself is perfect for a small, intimate celebration for immediate family and friends – or even for just the two of you. The ceremony will take place in the Chapel with the wedding breakfast for up to 24 people in the Oak Room. With dark oak beams, open fires and candles this provides a truly historic setting. We only undertake one event on any day and hence you will have exclusive use of the House and immediate grounds and our dedicated attention. Relax and just enjoy the day…
- Ceremony in the fabulous Chapel
- Cosy wedding breakfast for up to 24 people in the Oak Room
- Historical artefacts displayed around the room
- Exclusive use throughout your stay
The Barn at Barden
Why not combine your event or evening with an overnight or weekend stay at The Barn at Barden. It sleeps up to 18 and is located on the same site as The Priests House. Perfect so you can enjoy your evening without having to worry about driving home.
Testimonials
Don’t just take our word for it
“We would recommend this venue to anyone…”
“We got married here in August 2023 and I can’t thank Conor and his team at The Priests House enough. They made the day as stress free as possible, the food was excellent, and the location was stunning. We would recommend this venue to anyone. We felt looked after throughout the whole lead up to the day as well. Very professional 12 out of 10.”
Matt & Ash
“A little slice of heaven”
“We had the most amazing wedding! Thank you so very, very much. We will remember it for the rest of our lives! Thank you for being just the best wedding venue EVER!!!! … Everybody raved about the venue and the staff and the area! You have a little slice of heaven right there in Barden and we are so glad we found you!”
Sue & Jim
“We had a perfect day”
“…The staff were absolutely amazing in the lead up and on the day itself, they are such an experienced team and it really showed. Nothing was too much trouble and they made the day so easy, we didn’t have to lift a finger. It all felt very personal too which I think is unusual. A special big thank you to Conor for everything! We had a perfect day and a lot of that was due to The Priests House team; we can’t thank them enough.“
Helen & Luke
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The Priests House
Barden Tower
Bolton Abbey
Skipton
North Yorkshire
BD23 6AS