Lumley Castle, Chester-le-Street

Lumley Castle is an impressive wedding venue located in Great Lumley, England. This historic property has been standing proudly in Durham for over 630 years. It's nestled within nine acres of charming parkland and overlooks the River Wear. Today, the castle operates as a sophisticated, modern hotel with an award-winning master chef. Facilities and Capacity Lumley Castle is open to hosting ceremonies, receptions, and evening celebrations. Up to 132 guests can be comfortably accommodated in its idyllic surroundings. The castle is licensed to hold civil ceremonies, with couples invited to choose between indoor and outdoor settings. Wedding breakfasts and receptions, meanwhile, can be held in some of the castle's lush dining spaces, which offer dramatic features and high windows. Once the festivities have drawn to a close, couples and their guests can retire to the hotel's 73 individually designed rooms and 5 state rooms. The castle has an exclusive use policy, offering peace and privacy for your milestone celebrations. Car parking is available on-site for guests. Services Offered The team at Lumley Castle prides itself on their personal service and attention to detail from the moment couples start working with them. They offer a range of wedding packages that are designed around celebrations of different sizes. The castle's award-winning wedding coordinators are on hand to help ensure everything runs smoothly. Catering is taken care of by the in-house team. Couples will be able to choose between a variety of serving styles, depending on their vision, including a classic seated meal and a more informal buffet.