Swinton Estate

Set within 20,000 acres of magnificent North Yorkshire countryside, Swinton Estate is one of England’s largest privately owned estates and has been home to the Cunliffe-Lister family since the 1880s. At its heart stands Swinton Park, a Grade II* castle hotel surrounded by sweeping parkland, lakes, woodland and the beautiful landscape of the Yorkshire Dales. Privately owned and family run, the estate offers an exceptional sense of space, heritage and individuality. From the elegance of the castle to the open landscape of the Deer Park and the woodland setting of Swinton Bivouac, couples can choose from three distinctive wedding experiences, each offering its own character while benefiting from the service and hospitality of the wider Swinton Estate. Elegant castle weddings for up to 100 guests For timeless country house elegance, celebrate at Swinton Park, our historic castle at the heart of the estate. From intimate ceremonies to larger celebrations, the castle offers a collection of beautiful rooms for each part of your day, with views across the surrounding parkland providing an incredible backdrop for photographs. Swinton Park is licensed for civil ceremonies, or choose a celebrant-led ceremony to create something even more personal to you. For the ultimate country house wedding, why not take exclusive use of the castle and make Swinton Park entirely your own? With 42 individually designed bedrooms, your closest friends and family can stay under one roof and celebrate with you from arrival to breakfast the following morning. Outdoor barn & Deer Park weddings for up to 100 guests For something beautifully relaxed and a little wilder, the Deer House offers a unique outdoor wedding experience within the estate's spectacular Deer Park. Surrounded by open countryside and with the estate's resident deer nearby, the Deer House combines the character of a rustic barn with the freedom and atmosphere of an outdoor celebration. Exchange your vows surrounded by nature before celebrating with your guests against one of the most memorable backdrops on the estate. Perfect for couples who love the outdoors and want a wedding that feels informal, personal and completely connected to its surroundings. Woodland tipi & boho weddings for up to 80 guests Tucked away within the woodland, Swinton Bivouac is made for relaxed, bohemian celebrations with a real sense of escape. Our Tipi sits at the heart of your wedding, creating a wonderfully informal space for eating, drinking and dancing, surrounded by woodland and the natural beauty of the estate. As evening falls, gather around the fire, enjoy the stars overhead and celebrate long into the night. Guests can stay close to the celebrations in our Tree Lodges and Yurts, turning your wedding into a relaxed woodland getaway and giving you more time together before everyone heads home. Your Wedding at Swinton Whichever setting you choose, our experienced wedding team will work with you from your first visit through to the wedding day itself, helping you create a celebration that feels unmistakably yours. Whether that's exclusive use of a Yorkshire castle, saying ‘I do’ surrounded by the Deer Park or a weekend of tipi celebrations beneath the trees, there is a Swinton wedding for every kind of love story.