Weddings at St Chad's

WEDDING OPEN EVENING
Come and see us on Thursday 11th July, from 17:00 - 20:00. Enjoy a complimentary glass of prosecco whilst looking around our beautiful venue. We have new 2025 dates available and 2026 dates are already being reserved. No registration needed!
We look forwarded to seeing you all soon.

St Chad’s College is a wedding venue in Durham, England. This charming venue, which sits in the shadow of Durham Cathedral and fronts the medieval North Bailey street, is a place of peaceful serenity, where picture-perfect gardens stretch out to meet the wooded gorge of the mighty and majestic River Wear.
Facilities and Capacity
St Chad’s welcomes couples and their guests during Durham University's Easter and summer vacations. The College is licensed to host civil ceremonies. The glass-roofed Cassidy Quad and the lawned garden can seat 100 ceremony guests; the Senior Common Room is also available for couples planning a more intimate ceremony. Moulsdale Hall, which features tall, arched windows that afford a lovely view of Durham Cathedral, hosts wedding breakfasts for up to 120 guests. Cassidy Quad is also available for use in the evening and hosts after-ceremony celebrations of up to 140 people. The happy couple can also enjoy a complimentary stay in a garden-view or cathedral-view room on the night of their wedding. Competitively-priced overnight accommodation is also available for wedding guests.
Services Offered
St Chad’s hosts one wedding per day. The venue's staff is committed to providing professional, friendly, and caring service. The College's head chef and his team offer a selection of ready-made dining options, but they love creating bespoke menus to suit every palate, style, and budget. Couples can count on everyone at St Chad’s to go above and beyond to ensure that everything is perfect and ready for their special day. Viewings are available, and the team at St Chad’s looks forward to meeting you.