Black Horse Beamish is a hotel destination wedding venue in Stanley, United Kingdom, hosting 349 at dinner, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about £10,000 (our estimate).

Black Horse Beamish

StanleyEngland, United Kingdom

Black Horse Beamish is a historic hotel near Stanley with private grounds, gardens and valley views across County Durham.

Guests
349 at dinner
Cost
About £10,000for 80 guestsAisle estimate
Ceremony
Legal ceremony on site
Getting there
NCLabout 25 min by carAisle estimate

About the venue

Black Horse Beamish is a historic hotel near Stanley with private grounds, gardens and valley views across County Durham.

Licensed for legal ceremonies on site, it can seat up to 349 guests for a banquet and sleeps 47 across 35 room types, from Deluxe Queen rooms to a two-bedroom Luxury Apartment with garden area and a five-person vacation home.

An on-site coordinator, in-house catering, a bar and dedicated dance space keep the celebration in one place, while outdoor ceremonies, dogs and children are all welcome.

Music and festivities wrap up at the midnight noise curfew, and on-site parking is available for guests travelling in.

  • Licensed for legal ceremonies on site, indoors or outdoors
  • Seats up to 349 guests for a seated banquet
  • On-site accommodation sleeping 47 guests across 35 room options
  • In-house catering plus the option to bring external caterers

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
349 guests

Staying over

Sleeps
47 guests
Room types
35 listed

House rules

Music until
midnight
Pets
Yes
Children
Yes
Nearest airport
NCL, 25 min by carAisle estimate
Parking
Yes

Questions about the venue

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Can we hold our legal ceremony at the venue?
Yes. Black Horse Beamish is licensed for legal ceremonies on site, and outdoor ceremonies are also possible within the private grounds.
How many guests can we seat for the reception?
The meeting and banquet space seats up to 349 guests for a seated dinner, with indoor reception space and a dedicated dance area.
How many people can stay overnight?
The hotel sleeps 47 guests in total. Options range from Deluxe Queen and Deluxe Double rooms (up to 3 guests) to a Two-Bedroom Suite, a Luxury Apartment with valley view and garden area for 4, and a Vacation Home for 5.
Do we have to use your caterers?
No. In-house catering is available, and external caterers are also permitted. There is a bar on site.
What time does the music have to stop, and are children and pets welcome?
There is a midnight noise curfew. Both children and pets are welcome at the venue.

Weddings held here

2025
Leanne & Stuey

Photography by jsphoto

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2025
Ashleigh & Steven

Photography by DJM Photography

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2025
Steph & Dan

Photography by Victoria Lilly

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2025
Caitlin & James

Claire Hirst Photography

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2025
Barry & Chris

Photography by Never Ending Stories

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2025
Carla & Liam

Photography by Victoria Sponge Photography

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Sources and booking notes

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  • Seated dinner: 349 guests

    “We have two unique wedding venues, our stunning Orchard Marquee which can seat a max of 349 guests for a wedding breakfast, and our more intimate George Ridley Suite, which has stone walls and a gorgeous fireplace with twinkly lights, accommodating a max of 50 guests.”
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  • Sleeps: 47 guests

    “Our stunning estate can cater for up to 47 guests staying on site, with a choice of luxury rooms and self-catering cottages.”
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  • Room types: 35 listed

    “Deluxe Queen Room - Hazel”
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  • Legal ceremony on site: Yes

    “Our venues are all licensed for a civil ceremony allowing you to move seamlessly from ceremony to reception.”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “Fully licensed to hold civil ceremonies and outdoor ceremonies”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Red Row Estate (Formerly Black Horse Beamish) staff offers in-house catering and allows private catering.”
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  • Outside caterers allowed: Yes

    “Red Row Estate (Formerly Black Horse Beamish) staff offers in-house catering and allows private catering.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “An exclusive venue with heating, bar, kitchen, and toilet facilities.”
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  • Music until: midnight

    “midnight”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “Civil ceremonies can also be held onsite for an additional £400, and the venue is dog-friendly for the ceremony portion of your day.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “We have a fantastic play park for the children and we're dog-friendly in our courtyard and bar.”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “We have plenty of on-site parking, including overflow space and a campervan stopover area, ensuring convenience for all guests.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “The venue offers exclusive use of the George Ridley Suite for your wedding reception, complete with a private bar and dedicated toilet facilities, ensuring a comfortable and intimate setting for you and your guests.”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “Furnished with dance floor, stunning 8ft chandeliers, up-lighting and fully integrated sound system - a blank canvas to create your dream day.”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “With stunning panoramic views of the beamish conservation valley, complemented by glorious landscaped gardens and apple orchard, our incredible 250-seater marquee is the ultimate location for your special day.”
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  • Private grounds: Yes

    “Photo opportunities here are in abundance with our stunning countryside views, lavender field, private gardens and elegant interior.”
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  • Historic building: Yes

    “Located above our 300-year-old pub and restaurant, this historic venue is full of character and charm, featuring a separate bar area and a private roof terrace.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “You will be supported throughout your planning journey by a dedicated Wedding Coordinator, who will assist with preparations and provide guidance on the day itself.”
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About £10,000for 80 guestsAisle estimate

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