Weddings and civil ceremonies at Mansion House
Your ceremony day
Our staff will ensure that you know what will happen on your ceremony day. You may find this information helpful for you and your guests, so you know what to expect on the day.
- hiring registrars
- what we provide on the day
- set-up and clear down time
- overview of restricted activities
- table decorations
- accessibility
- music and dancing
- parking and travel
- photographers
- alcohol
- booking the venue
- contact us
Hiring registrars
You, the hirer, need to book the registrars directly before confirming your date and time with us. We do not organise the registrars on your behalf as they will require personal information.
What we provide on the day
We provide the setting for your special day. The hire fee is for use of the building and furniture set-up if you are using our tables and chairs. We can provide information for services such as external wedding coordinators, caterers, wedding stylists. You must alert us to external suppliers booked so that we can process necessary checks.
We'll have a member of staff stationed at the front desk to ensure the space is set-up correctly and uphold the health, safety and security of the building and visitors.
Set-up and clear down time
Set-up and clear down time is included in your hire time. External suppliers must be made aware of your exact hire period so they know when they have access from. We'll try wherever possible to be flexible with deliveries and allowing different set-up times but due to other bookings we cannot guarantee this. Our preferred caterer's will liaise with ourselves to book in their arrival time for food prep. You'll not be charged for this.
Overview of restricted activities
As we're a historical building, we cannot permit dancing. We are well suited to ceremonies and sit-down meals. We cannot allow decorations that could damage our interior such as items stuck to walls. Confetti cannot be released on the premises, but some couples take advantage of the beautiful square outside with the Mansion House in the backdrop. Please ensure your confetti is biodegradable. Dark coloured drinks such as red wine should not be taken outside of the State Room or Dining Room.
For further details about restrictions enquire about a wedding at Mansion House.
Table decorations
As a ‘Venue Hire Only’ we do not provide linen such as tablecloths or glassware/crockery, this should be organised with your chosen caterer.
Accessibility
The Mansion House is wheelchair accessible, with lifts and ramps throughout. Please be advised that due to fire regulations we are unable to have more than two wheelchair users in the building at any one time.
The maximum number of people in the building cannot exceed 100 which is to include staff.
Music and dancing
Live music is welcome throughout the Mansion House. York Mansion house can provide a small bluetooth speaker for the playing of music, please request in advance.
Please be advised that due to the placement and delicate nature of our chandeliers, dancing is not permitted. However, we can recommend some wonderful venues very close by if you want to carry the party on into the evening.
Parking and travel
We don't have parking on site, but our central location means there are several car parks within a 5 minute walk, or multiple park-and-ride buses stopping at the end of the street.
Our building is situated in the centre of York and vehicles are not permitted at certain times. Read more about vehicle access online.
You can apply for an access waiver from the City of York Council. Please do this directly and inform us of the outcome.
Photographers
Photography is permitted throughout the house. We can advise you on the best way of maximising your time in the house, and the best spots to get the perfect shot.
We would love to share your beautiful wedding photos with potential future couples! If this is something you are interested in please send us photos at your convenience. You can do so via email: [email protected].
Alcohol
The Mansion House is fully licensed for the sale of alcohol. You're welcome to use a bar hire company, or work with your caterer who will arrange this for you.
Please enquire with our caterers in regards to supplying your own alcohol and their corkage fee.
Booking the venue
City of York Council can provide Personal Liability Insurance at a rate of 11% of the total hire cost.
All hire costs include one House Steward for security and house management. They will be on hand for any questions throughout your day.
To secure a booking, a 25% deposit is required, payable on signing the accommodation agreement.
All monies outstanding, unless agreed otherwise, must be paid 6 weeks before the event takes place.
Contact us
To find out more or to book a viewing, please contact our Events team by email: [email protected].
Enquire about a wedding at Mansion House.
Alternatively, for more general enquiries, please contact the Mansion House team by telephone: 01904 553663 or telephone: 01904 553660.