Capacity

Happy couple at Barley HallBarley Hall is an ideal venue for intimate weddings and receptions for those wanting to celebrate with special friends and family members

The rooms available at Barley Hall can cater for the following maximum number of guests:

The Parlour
Celebrations within the Parlour will enjoy an exceptional atmosphere lit by glistening candles highlighting the rich red wall hangings in this superb room. The Parlour was once the room from which the Lord Mayor of York, Alderman William Snawsell resided over his business affairs and the furnishings recreated here reflect the high status of this important citizen of York in the 15th century.

Ceremony 30 guests maximum
Welcome Drinks 30 guests maximum
Canapé Reception 30 guests maximum
Seated Meal 20 guests maximum
Wedding Interview Bride, Groom and Registrar

The Parlour can also be used as an ideal venue for photographs both before and after the ceremony

The Great Hall
Both ceremonies and receptions can be held in this remarkable high-beamed room which is dressed with hand painted hangings and features a decorative medieval tiled floor. Your ceremony will certainly be one that you and guests remember for years to come if you select this striking setting for your celebration

Ceremony 50 guests maximum
Welcome Drinks 50 guests maximum
Canapé Reception 50 guests maximum
Buffet Reception 50 guests maximum
Seated Meal 40 guests maximum

The Gallery
If you chose to celebrate your ceremony and reception at Barley Hall, you may want to choose the Gallery as a venue for your welcome drinks at no extra charge. The Gallery features windows that overlook the Great Hall and is located next to the Parlour on the first floor. We will decorate the Gallery with greenery and candles for your Welcome Drinks; however it can be themed to match your package using choices from “Additional Inspiration

Welcome drinks                      50 guests maximum

The Gallery can also be used to take your photographs both before and after your ceremony, as can the courtyard area outside Barley Hall.

Barley Hall is owned and run by York Archaeological Trust: Registered Charity No 509060
47 Aldwark, York YO1 7BX
Tel: 01904 663000 Fax: 01904 663024