Merchant Taylors' Hall, York

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£1,500 - £2,700 for Venue Hire
Up to 120
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Description

The magnificent Merchant Taylors’ Hall, built in 1415 and nestled within the ancient walls of the City of York, has borne witness to centuries of history and been a place for York’s residents to congregate, feast, make music and make merry for more than 600 years. One of the Yorkshire Post's 20 most stunningly scenic wedding destinations, the Hall is steeped in tradition, with medieval beams, a roaring fire in cooler months, and a magical atmosphere year-round, offering a romantic and unforgettable venue for your wedding celebrations. There’s a choice of spaces to accommodate 40 – 120 guests, a lovely garden for photographs, your drinks reception or just to enjoy, and the option of ceremony & reception, or reception-only celebrations. You can use all or some of our event spaces for your wedding - the venue is yours exclusively. All our spaces are flexible so you can lay them out as you’d prefer, and dress them with flowers and decorations to make your special day as unique as you are. Some typical room layouts are shown in our wedding brochure, but we’re always happy to change things to meet your needs wherever possible. If you’d like a helping hand with your ideas we can put you in touch with some amazing suppliers and stylists too! Our caterers will create a bespoke buffet, set meal or banquet menu of delicious food and fine wines to enhance your special day, and there’s also a fully licensed bar offering real ales, pump beers, spirits and wines. Our city centre location is ideal, with free on-site parking for the bridal party and much more available only 400 yards away. York train station is just a 15-minute walk, or short taxi journey, for your guests travelling from further afield. As a registered charity all income we generate from weddings is reinvested in the maintenance of this magnificent Grade 1 listed building, or given in grants to projects involving young people who want to develop their skills in the fields of art, craftsmanship and music.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Michael Porter
Congratulations on your engagement! You must be very excited as you begin planning for your special day. We would be thrilled to host your wedding here at the Merchant Taylors' Hall and I’d love to show you around and chat through your requirements in person. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch on the contact details provided to make an appointment or if you have any questions. Congratulations again and I look forward to hearing from you in due course.

Experience

No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
5

Overview of Merchant Taylors' Hall, York

Wedding Venue Type
Museum / Attraction
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
120
Reception Capacity
120

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Church Within Walking Distance
Sound System Available
Wedding Licence
Dancefloor Available
Confetti Permitted
Outdoor Ceremony Available

Wedding Venue Details

City View
Grade I/II Listed Building
Landscaped Gardens
Exclusive Use
Bridal Changing Facilities
Disabled Access
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Reception Space

Wedding Catering

Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Halal Catering
Alcohol Licence
Kosher Catering

Cultural Specialists

Other

Pricing for Merchant Taylors' Hall, York

Wedding Venue Hire Only
£1,500 - £2,700
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Reviews for Merchant Taylors' Hall, York
(22)

Carrie & Rosie
Happy couple married in October
October 2024
The cosy wedding of our dreams
We came across the Merchant Taylors Hall in a bit of a fluster, our previously booked venue had gone into liquidation suddenly, leaving us with only 8 months to replan our entire wedding. We phoned pretty much every venue that fit our requirements in york but they were all booked up, until we were recommended the Merchant Taylors Hall. We got a viewing in the next day and the minute we set foot through the little door we knew this was the right venue for us! It had both the gorgeous medieval hall, with its high vaulted ceiling and stained glass windows, and the smaller but no less beautiful blue hall that was the perfect size for our ceremony. Michael, the events manager, found us a list of new suppliers and we suddenly had more planned in 48 hours than we had managed in 2 years with our previous venue. He was always around to answer any questions and helped us fill in all the final details. All the staff were super attentive during the day and helped it run completely without a hitch. The venue is also wonderfully situated in the center of York so we were able to walk to get all the photos we wanted near the minster and on the city walls. If we could give Merchant Taylors more than 5 stars we would! It was super high quality service, a truly unforgettable day and it didn't break the bank.
Tanya & Aaron
Happy couple married in September
October 2024
The perfect venue
From start to finish Merchant Taylors’ Hall has been the perfect wedding venue. It honestly felt like every effort was made to create the perfect day for us. The hall is beautiful and unique. All our guests were stunned by how grand and gorgeous it is. I couldn’t think of a better place to have memories of for the rest of our lives. Thank you Merchant Taylor’s’ Hall.
Lindsey & James
Happy couple married in September
October 2024
A happy couple
Merchant Taylor’s Hall is stunning and we knew the minute we walked in and saw it we felt comfortable and special at the same time and we knew we would have the perfect day. We loved the grandeur of the main hall and the elegance of the Blue hall where we had an intimate family afternoon tea with time to relax and chat with close family and friends. Absolutely loved it and would totally recommend it.
Tara & Jordan
Happy couple married in August
October 2024
The perfect venue, a hidden gem
The venue itself is the perfect space with drinks and canapés outside in the beautiful garden with the bar walls in the background and the beautiful and historic hall setting the perfect backdrop. You can’t quite believe this is in the heart of York. A special shout out to Michael who worked to make our day better than we ever thought it could be.
Imogen & Tom
Happy couple married in July
October 2024
The perfect space for an amazing day
We were so happy when we found Merchant Taylor’s hall - it ticked every box we wanted! The location was amazing (central enough but also that little bit private), and the space inside was fantastic to host our wedding reception in. Thank you Merchant Taylor’s’ Hall
Eirill & Ben
Happy couple married in February
October 2024
The perfect venue
We had a beautiful February wedding at Merchant Taylor's, and it was a perfect day. The venue itself is stunning, and the open fire added to the atmosphere. All in all, we couldn't have asked for a better venue. It was central, well-managed, and absolutely beautiful. In our opinion, this venue is just as pretty as other, more expensive and more well-known York wedding venues. It's a little hidden gem, and we couldn't be happier to have had our wedding here!
Eirill and Ben
Happy couple married in February
October 2024
Gorgeous venue
We had a beautiful February wedding at Merchant Taylor's, and it was a perfect day. The venue itself is stunning, and the open fire added to the atmosphere. The manager Michael was friendly and helpful with all our requests, and a staff member was on hand on the day itself to help with any issues. Our guests complemented the venue, and we were able to use both the outside and inside for photos. It was very easy to get good photos, both at the venue and in town, due to the venue being so central. We were also able to park a few cars at the venue, which was very helpful. In addition, we were able to come collect our things the next morning, and the staff did all the cleanup. We were also able to use an upstairs room for getting ready in the morning - all of these details just made the day so much easier. We had brilliant caterers (Nomad) chosen from the venue's selected list, which worked really well. We also decided to use the main hall for dinner, and the smaller room for dancing - which is also where the bar is located. This worked really well, as we could keep the tables up for cake eating and chatting, while also having a dancing space. All in all, we couldn't have asked for a better venue. It was central, well-managed, and absolutely beautiful. In our opinion, this venue is just as pretty as other, more expensive and more well-known York wedding venues. It's a little hidden gem, and we couldn't be happier to have had our wedding here!
L&J
Happy couple married in September
October 2024
The day we got hitched!
Merchant Taylor’s Hall is stunning and we knew the minute we walked in and saw it and met Michael that we felt comfortable and special at the same time and we knew we would have the perfect day. The hall is medieval and has so much character and it has everything we were looking for. We loved the grandeur of the main hall and the elegance of the Blue hall where we had an intimate family afternoon tea with time to relax and chat with close family and friends. Michael was great and nothing was too much trouble and he even gave us a little history lesson about the Hall. Everyone loved the relaxed atmosphere and helped themselves to drinks and then as the temperature cooled it was so beautiful to light the fire in the large fireplace and fill the Hall with warmth and love. It wasn’t conventional but it all worked and the stained glass windows and wood panelling just made it feel very special. Absolutely loved it and would totally recommend it. Thank you so much Michael. I just wish we could do it all over again.
Aaron & Tanya
Happy couple married in September
September 2024
The best day of our lives
From start to finish Merchant Taylors’ Hall has been the perfect wedding venue. Michael, the events and hall director has been exceptional and helpful since the second we met him. No question was left unanswered and no request has been left unmet. We were even provided with a list of trusted musicians/DJ’s and caterers which made everything so much easier. It honestly felt like every effort was made to create the perfect day for us. The hall is beautiful and unique. All our guests were stunned by how grand and gorgeous it is. I couldn’t think of a better place to have memories of for the rest of our lives. Thank you Merchant Taylor’s’ Hall and thank you Michael!
Imogen & Tom
Happy couple married in July
September 2024
The perfect space for an amazing day!
We were so happy when we found Merchant Taylor’s hall - it ticked every box we wanted! The location was amazing (central enough but also that little bit private), and the space inside was fantastic to host our wedding reception in. Michael was an amazing support in planning how we’d use the space, and as an overseer on the day to help things run smoothly & keep us feeling relaxed and able to enjoy our wonderful day!

Location & Contact Details for Merchant Taylors' Hall, York

Wedding Venue Address

Aldwark, York, North Yorkshire, YO1 7BX, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

The Merchant Taylors’ Hall is located on Aldwark, just inside the city walls on the north east side of York. Please note that, due to traffic control measures, vehicular access to the Hall is only possible by turning left into Aldwark from Goodramgate. Information on York’s public transport options, including the Park & Ride service, is available at www.itravelyork.info and on car and coach parks at www.york.gov.uk/CarParks.

Nearest Town

York

Nearest Motorway & Junction

A1M Jn 44/45

Nearest Train Station

York

Nearest Airport

Leeds/Bradford

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Describe the best wedding that happened at Merchant Taylors' Hall, York?

All of our weddings are the very best.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Collaborate, make sure both of your ideas are included so that your big day is even more special.

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

A bride wearing bright orange Converse under a couture gown

Describe Merchant Taylors' Hall, York in 5 adjectives

Historic, welcoming, flexible, romantic, magical

Where’s the best photo spot at Merchant Taylors' Hall, York?

There are so many, but if we had to choose one, probably the porch in front of the ancient wooden door. It's amazing!

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Merchant Taylors' Hall, York?

Shhhhhhhhhhh, we can't tell you that - It's a secret..............

What’s your favourite canapé?

Has to be Cucumber-Dill!

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Chocolate-covered strawberries 🍓🍓, simple but timeless.

What is Merchant Taylors' Hall, York most unique feature?

Our amazing couples make our venue unique - We have the very best couples!

What part of your business are you most proud of?

That the profit we make doesn't go to faceless shareholders - but instead goes towards maintaining this amazing Grade 1 listed ancient building and providing financial support to young people in the fields of art, craftsmanship & music via the Company of Merchant Taylors in York
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