Imagine sipping mulled wine in front of a roaring log fire in the Library, lit with dancing candles and snow falling outside…

This could be your dream winter wedding venue. Wrap up in faux fur for gorgeous pics outside - and a layer of snow could make it a real wonderland! Goldsborough Hall in North Yorkshire, with its beautiful views across the snow-dusted gardens and grounds, is a truly romantic winter wedding venue, famed for its warm family atmosphere & wonderful hospitality.

Christmas weddings, Goldsborough Hall, winter, couple — *Christmas weddings at Goldsborough Hall. Image by Barnaby Aldrick Photography*

A festive winter venue

winter, snow, wedding, couple, gazebo, goldsborough hall — *Fabulous winter wedding by Lily North Photography*

At Christmas time, get ready in one of our gorgeous 5* four-poster bedrooms before sweeping down the 17th-century oak staircase decorated with festive garlands and fairy lights. There are Christmas trees twinkling at every turn - even the outside terrace is decorated with reindeers and a Santa sleigh. Once your ceremony is done, have drinks before the roaring log fire in the Library. Follow this with a sumptuous Wedding Breakfast in The Orangery before dancing the night away round the 13-ft Christmas tree in the Drawing Room. A real festive wedding!

Not just December…

A winter wedding, though, doesn’t have to be centred around Christmas. December is hugely popular of course, but the winter months are just as fashionable. Here you can shift away from traditional reds and golds - think burgundy, cream, emerald green, amber yellow or navy blue. Metallic colours like silver add a richness and glamour to wedding decorations and a black/white colour combo can really work well.

Christmas hallway, tree, decorations, goldsborough hall — *The hallway at Goldsborough Hall decorated at Christmas*

Bring the outdoors in

Use pinecones, tree branches and faux fur to make your day have that wintry feel. Flowers can be seasonal too even in these months. Check out hellebores with ferns & green foliage, or with catkins & witch hazel. Multi-coloured anemones look amazing in a posy with berries and paperwhite narcissi. Foliage like eucalyptus can give a bouquet just that hint of frost.

Lighting is key

Use fairy lights and candles to give romantic glow in the darker months. And a hint of a shimmer with mercury glass, metallic charger plates or candelabras with strands of crystals to catch and reflect light. Food and drink changes too in winter - try a warm welcome drink like mulled wine, winter Pimm’s or a spiced apple cocktail. Wedding breakfasts could start with a warm soup, followed by hearty lamb rump and sticky toffee pudding.

stag, wooden tree, pine cones, christmas tree, goldsborough hall

Contact us

We have tons of good ideas to make your winter dream wedding come alive.

Chat to our team to find out more on 01423 867321 or email us at weddings@goldsboroughhall.com.

Goldsborough Hall is a historic royal stately home you can visit, dine or stay the night in. It stands in 12 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds which boast unspoilt elevated views over the historic gardens and tranquil parkland, making it one of the most private, exclusive and beautiful places in Yorkshire.

This hidden gem has royal connections as it was home to HRH Princess Mary (the Queen’s aunt) throughout the 1920s, and has been lovingly restored to its former glory by the current owners. Offering luxury 5* accommodation, 3 AA rosette fine dining, afternoon tea, private and exclusive weddings, corporate events and meetings, Goldsborough Hall is the perfect setting for any occasion.