MIDDLETON LODGE – NORTH YORKSHIRE WEDDING VENUE
Middleton Lodge is a wedding venue which is unanimously adored by wedding photographers and all wedding suppliers. The sheer beauty of this venue, its versatility, the exclusivity it offers and calibre of weddings that are celebrated here make it one of the most sort after venues among couples and wedding suppliers alike. As a Richmond and Yorkshire wedding photographer, I’m lucky enough to have this stunning venue close by.
An overview of Middleton Lodge
Middleton Lodge Estate can be found just outside the market town of Richmond, North Yorkshire. It’s a five minute drive from the Scotch Corner Junction on the M1, forty minutes from Newcastle and an hour from the city of York.
Positioned on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales, Middleton Lodge is a 200-acre Georgian Estate. It has a large country house, an iconic 2-acre walled garden and an award winning hotel.
The estate in North Yorkshire offers accommodation for the couple and their guests, including cosy bedrooms, family rooms, romantic suites and super suites.
One of the great things about this wedding venue is the options available to couples who choose to tie the knot here. With several different locations for both the ceremony and reception, it almost feels like having multiple wedding venues in one. As a wedding photographer, I love capturing the beautiful moments in such versatile spaces, offering endless opportunities for stunning wedding photography.
The Main House at Middleton Lodge
One of the options available at Middleton Lodge is the Main House & Garden Marquee. The 18th-century Manor House oozes elegance and sophisticated charm, both inside and out. It’s a classic country house featuring a croquet lawn, countryside views, a cellar bar, and a private garden marquee. Additionally, the Main House and its beautiful garden provide an incredible backdrop for wedding photos.
The house boasts four reception rooms and sixteen bedrooms, with a sweeping staircase at its centre. Additionally, ceremonies can take place in the hallway, drawing room, or even outside under a charming wooden pavilion. Afterward, the couple can host the wedding breakfast in the dining room, which comfortably seats up to 32 guests. For larger parties, the garden marquee offers a spacious setting and accommodates up to 170 guests.
The Picture Perfect Fig House & Walled Garden
My personal favourite space for a wedding celebration at Middleton Lodge and possibly anywhere else. The Fig House & walled garden is as enchanting as it is beautiful. The two-acre walled garden in which the Fig House seamlessly sits is breathtakingly beautiful. You will struggle to find a more magical setting for a wedding and if an English country garden wedding is up your street then you must experience the garden here.
The Fig House itself is a stunning building that perfectly harmonises with its surroundings. Inside, the space is bathed in light, thanks to an abundance of arched windows and skylights. Exposed brick walls, real fig trees and garden antiques create a gorgeous interior that overlooks the stunning lawn and gardens. Behind the Fig House, the Boiler House Bar offers a cosy and comfortable space, providing a delightful contrast to the main venue.
Wedding ceremonies at the Fig House are typically held in the Boiler House Bar or, during the summer months, on the terrace and lawn in the walled garden. Following the ceremony, the wedding breakfast also takes place in the Fig House, which comfortably seats up to 130 guests.
Weddings held at the Fig House enjoy exclusive use of the private walled garden so guests are free to explore and enjoy the garden at their leisure.
If couples can’t choose between the Main House and the Fig House, they can plan their dream wedding across both areas. They could host welcome drinks and the ceremony at the Main House, and enjoy the wedding breakfast and evening celebration at the Fig House—perfect for a wedding photographer to capture stunning photos of each moment, set against the beautiful North Yorkshire backdrop!
A few highlights from a Richmond Wedding Photographer…
- 200-acre Georgian Estate
- Multiple ceremony and reception options
- ‘Estate to plate’ wedding breakfast menu
- Breathtakingly beautiful settings
- Iconic walled garden
- Onsite accommodation
- Total privacy
- Onsite parking
Useful info…
Website: https://middletonlodge.co.uk
Instagram: @middletonlodge
Email: info@middletonlodge.co.uk
Telephone: 01325 377 977
Address: Middleton Lodge, Kneeton Lane, Richmond, DL10 6NJ
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