A TRULY UNIQUE VENUE
Benefiting from distinctive Victorian décor, The Grand Hall has lofty, ornate ceilings that provide a lavish backdrop for the perfect wedding or civil partnership celebration.

Make your glamourous entrance
You can make your glamorous entrance through the impressive, ornate doors whilst your guests wait in the atmospheric hall. The Grand Hall is truly unique and will ensure a celebration that is unforgettable. It was built for the Harpur Trust as a school hall in ‘Free Tudor’ style and from the beginning has been considered to be a notable landmark in the town, featuring in guidebooks and on postcards.
The Hall boasts an exquisite original John Broadwood and Sons piano dating back to the 19th century. The piano is ideal for playing classical music during your celebration. The stunning showpiece organ located on the overhead balcony is another notable feature in The Grand Hall. The Grand Hall is an ideal venue for wedding receptions and special functions and is available to hire at weekends and during the school holidays.


The Grand Hall operates on a dry hire basis so you can make your special day specific to you.
Why not have an intimate ceremony nearby and move to the stunning Grand Hall for your reception?