Weddings in the North East

There is no better place to totally relax, unwind and have a magical wedding day than in the North East. There are miles and miles of contrasting scenic views to enjoy. On one side of the region you have the unspoilt coastlines and amazing sea cliffs, and on the other side rolling hills and large mountains with the famous Hadrian’s Wall running right through the middle.

In the far North is the unique county of Northumberland and its National Park, the remote, wild and unforgettable landscapes are the most unspoilt in England featuring the rolling Cheviot Hills and the man made Kielder Forest accompanied by the largest man made lake in Europe. An attraction not to go unnoticed is 'Hogwarts'. This glorious medieval castle and its beautiful surroundings played a major part in the Harry Potter movies. There are some very romantic spots in Northumberland. Go puffin and seal spotting in the Farne Islands or journey across the Pilgrim’s Causeway to Holy Island where you will see for yourself how special and enchanting this island is to visit.

Tyne and Wear is a popular tourist destination with plenty to things to see and do including Washington Old Hall, the ancestral home of George Washington. The city of Sunderland is a hot spot for arts and culture! See fantastic glass exhibitions and live glass blowing, awaken your senses at the Winter Gardens or make your way along the St Peter’s Riverside Sculpture Trial.

County Durham is dominated mainly by the spectacular city of Durham, nestled alongside the leafy River Wear, with the overwhelming Durham cathedral towering over it. Close by is Durham Castle home to the Bishops of Durham who ruled the whole area like kings. To the West of the city is the beautiful North Pennines home to the impressive waterfall High Force, with the limestone cliffs of the North Sea to the East.

Tees Valley is at the heart of Captain Cook Country - learn about the world’s most famous navigator and explorer’s adventures at his birthplace museum where you will also find a full size replica of the ship in which he sailed the South Seas! Step aboard Britain’s oldest warship, docked in Hartlepool or discover smugglers’ haunts at Saltburn. But there is more to this county than its maritime history…peaceful countryside, a spectacular coastline with quaint fishing villages, exciting town centres and the Tees River hosting exhilarating water sports like white water rafting. You will be pleasantly surprised by the amount of things to do and see!

However you choose to spend your visit here, the warmth and friendliness of the people living in the North East will add a special touch to your wedding celebrations making it an unforgettable experience!