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You are here > Home > Things to Do > Weddings > Weddings at Bowburn Hall Hotel

Weddings at Bowburn Hall Hotel

Bowburn
County Durham
DH6 5NH

Tel: +44 0191 377 0311

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In the summer months you have the opportunity to host a ceremony in the ornate garden gazebo with guests seated on the lawn – a truly romantic and memorable setting. great-value packages are available all year round and, as an added special touch, the hotel’s manager, charlie, plays the bagpipes and is available free of charge for your wedding day.

Imagine saying your vows outside in a beautiful landscaped garden. our exclusive grounds licensed for wedding ceremonies have a 120 guest capacity and are available over the summer months for the ultimate in elegant weddings. with our ornate pagoda creating the perfect centre piece, the gardens are the perfect place for drinks and canapés in the summer for your special day.

The most important family meal you will ever have is on your wedding day.

At Bowburn Hall Hotel we can accommodate every dish you can imagine all created by our very own experienced chefs.

We offer a huge range of dishes created from fresh, locally sourced produce to delight you and your guests. From sumptuous wedding breakfast, relaxed afternoon tea, mouthwatering BBQs, posh finger buffets, garden picnics, hog roasts to Asian banquets. Anything is possible, and of course it will taste delicious.

Our innovative wedding drinks packages offer a cost effective and completely hassle free way to provide a great selection of drinks in just the right quantity for your wedding.

Our friendly and efficient serving staff will ensure a steady flow of your chosen wine to your guests’ tables throughout the wedding breakfast meal. The Bar is also available, stocked with a fabulous selection of drinks at exceptionally reasonable prices and guests are welcome to pay by debit or credit card.

Your guests can expect a friendly bar service, fantastic ambience and an extensive choice of drinks right up untim Midnight when The Bar closes.

We are proud to offer a stylish and modern luxury chauffeur driven service in our very own Bentley Mulsanne for your special day to bring you to Bowburn Hall Hotel in maximum comfort and luxury.

The Bentley Mulsanne, is the perfect way to start your big day, this luxury car offers a comfortable, spacious modern interior featuring leather upholstery, air conditioning, climate control and sun protection glass.

We are proud to offer a stylish and modern chauffeur driven service for your special day to bring you to Bowburn Hall in maximum comfort and luxury.

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4 of 5 stars
838 reviews
    • Service
      4.2 of 5 stars
    • Value
      4.1 of 5 stars
    • Cleanliness
      4.3 of 5 stars
    • Location
      4.2 of 5 stars
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      398
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      204
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      117
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    Recent Reviews:

    • Abby K
      Excellent hotel
      5 of 5 stars
      Monday, 29th June 2026
      Gorgeous stay in the cottage studio with a private hot tub. Beautiful quirky room and freshly cooked, delicious breakfast. Read full review
    • norman s
      Horrible meal
      1 of 5 stars
      Friday, 3rd July 2026
      Had a lunch fish and chips special for Fridays quite a reasonable price but asked for well done fish did not come well done in fact only coat the butter was soft and horrible inside the chips I've... Read full review
    • Marsha T
      Maidstone, United Kingdom
      Excellent Hotel, highly recommended
      5 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 7th July 2026
      I attended my nephews wedding and stayed at Bowburn Hall Hotel. I am disabled and walk using a walker. I cannot rate highly enough the care, attention and friendly services the staff gave me. I can... Read full review
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    Opening Times

    2026 (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026)
    facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BowburnHallHotel/

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    Road Directions

    Leave A1(M), jct 61. Travel 150m then turn right at Cooperage pub. Follow road until left jct sign posted Durham and Bowburn Hall Hotel.

    Public Transport Directions

    From Durham - 3.5 milesTake A177 from Durham City. Keep on A177 through Shincliffe approaching Bowburn. Turn left at petrol station, follow road until sign stating Bowburn Hall Hotel.

    Highlights...

    Bowburn Hall Hotel DurhamBowburn Hall Hotel, BowburnBowburn Hall stands in 5 acres of landscaped gardens only 5 miles from Durham City.

    Bar seating area at Bowburn Hall Hotel RestaurantBowburn Hall Hotel Restaurant, BowburnBowburn Hall Hotel was built in the early 1960s. Originally the hotel was a Country House for the first colliery agent at the local mine. Converted to a hotel during the 1960s by the current owners, the hotel now has 19 comfortable bedrooms.

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