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Wedding Reception
“Jonathan and I would also like to take this opportunity to thank you both and all your team for ensuring that we had a fabulous day. The food and especially the beef was absolutely delicious and we have had many positive comments about it. The staff all worked increadibly hard on the day and everything was organised to perfection. Thank you also for organising the alchol and the evening bar. The whole day was wonderful and the majority of this was down to your great food and service. We would not hesitate to recommend you in the future. Thank you again for all your efforts.”
Caroline Fletcher
Bride
Wedding Ceremonies at Merchant Taylors Hall, York
The Merchant Taylors Hall York holds a license for civil ceremonies or civil partnerships.
HIRE Fees
Fees are on our wedding ceremony venue hire prices page and includes:
- Red Carpet at the Entrance of the Hall
- Church Candles on the Ceremony Table
- Regencies’ 17th Century Ceremony Table
- Tapestry Ceremony Chairs
You can get all of the hire fees on the prices page.
Virtual Tour
Get a complete 360° tour of the Merchant Taylors Hall, York. This includes internal and external views as well as a detailed look at the Great Hall.
The tour requires Adobe Flash Player to be installed on your computer.
Book your registrar
Telephone: 01904 654477
Fax: 01904 638090
Email: registrar@york.gov.uk
Web: www.york.gov.uk/community/marriages
Please check with the Registrar that the time and date of your preferred ceremony is available before booking The Merchant Taylors Hall for your ceremony.
Our Aim
We aim to take care of your every need and welcome initial enquiries and encourage you to visit and talk to us as soon as possible about your specific requirements.
Quick Check List
- Call our Coordination team on 01347 878628 to make an appointment to visit The Merchant Taylors Hall at your earliest convenience.
- Discuss with us proposed dates and times for your celebration so that we can pencil in a proposed date for your event.
- Decide if you wish to book the ceremony, reception or both.
- Decide on the number of guests you intend to invite.
- Secure the Registrar for your required date prior to booking The Merchant Taylors Hall.
- Confirm with Poppy Caterers to secure your booking.
To discuss any further requirements please call our Office on 01347 878628 or use the online booking form.
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