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Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa, wedding venue in Nottinghamshire, UK
Wedding Venue
Wedding Venue
5.0(25)

Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa

Barnby Moor, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 8QS, Nottinghamshire, UK

Guest capacity
2 to 500 guests
Per person from
Menus from £80

About Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa

Ye Olde Bell Hotel has been established for almost 400 years and genuine, warm hospitality is at our very core with a consummate team of professionals just waiting to be of service to you. An impressive 17th Century landmark, Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa is one of the region’s most romantic and best-loved wedding venues. Cherished by its local owners and dedicated team, this four star hotel has been lovingly restored throughout, respecting its heritage whilst bringing it firmly into the 21st Century. Located on the borders of Nottinghamshire, Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, this stylish and quintessentially English hotel is where the magic truly begins. Lavishly furnished with antiques, adorned with stunning drapes, rich carpets and sparkling chandeliers, all complemented by the modern luxuries expected by today’s discerning guests. Our approach to food is simple yet exceptional. Fabulous food prepared with flair, care and creativity and above all we promise flexibility. A team of talented chefs with years of experience complemented by youthful chefs combine the traditional with a contemporary twist to create a memorable Wedding Breakfast. Delve into our wine cellar for an amazing selection of ‘top shelf’ Champagnes, new and old world wine plus an array of exciting cocktails. We have plenty of suggestions to guide you or you’re welcome to take the lead and let your imagination run wild. Ye Olde Bell is truly a venue for all seasons. In spring or gardens are a carpet of snowdrops, bluebells and daffodils followed by summer sunshine with scented roses and hydrangeas. Autumn leaves are ablaze with rich colours whilst a ‘Winter Wonderland’ wedding brings romantic log fires and mulled wine, crisp frosts and maybe a flurry of snow. Come and see us and let us create an unforgettable, magical and truly exceptional start to your life together.

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Styles & facilities

Pub or restaurant
Historic
Large hotel
In the country
Barn
Unique weddings
Outdoor license
Civil ceremony licence
Confetti permitted
Entertainment licence
Hairdresser
Outdoor fireworks permitted
Wedding coordinator
Accessible facilities
Corkage option
DJ facilities
Swimming pool
Live band facilities
Overnight accommodation for wedding couple
Helipad
Master of ceremonies/toastmaster
Changing room for wedding guests
Exclusive use
Evening reception facilities
Beautician
Alcohol licence
In-house catering
Fitness centre
Car parking
Seated meal facilities
Dance floor
Buffet meal facilities
Overnight accommodation for guests

Reviews

5.0(25)5/5 from 25 couple reviews

5/5 review

DeenaNovember 2024

5.0

We married at Ye Old Bell on the 28th October 2024 after booking the venue just over 2 years ago. To be honest there are no words that would reflect their high standards of professionalism; ability to meet our personal and individual needs; willingness to go that extra mile; every member of staff being so friendly and approachable; honourably advising of appropriateness and no evidence of wanting to make unrealistic profit from our special day; the high standard and the quality of the food; the rooms ... we had the Victoria Bridal Suite ... just wow. Due to the teams attention to detail, you very quickly realise all the hard work from behind the scenes results in all your hopes and dreams becoming a reality on your special day. Our thanks go out to every single staff member for helping us achieve the most perfect day filled w

5/5 review

TracyjaneNovember 2015

5.0

We got married here in August and it was excellent. There wasn't a thing we could fault or would've changed other than the day to not come to an end. We've had nothing but positivit

5/5 review

SarahNovember 2015

5.0

We had our Wedding recepti

5/5 review

FrankNovember 2015

5.0

Cannot thank the staff enough for making our Wedding

5/5 review

ElaineNovember 2015

5.0

My Husband and I married here, we had a fantastic day and all our guests had a great time. The hotel is beautifully decorated and the staff are very polite and helpful. We go back regularly for food in the bar and every year for a more personal candlelit dinner on Christmas Eve. The food is amazing. You can't visit and not fall in love with Ye Olde Bell. We have also taken our baby boy where he got

5/5 review

RachelNovember 2015

5.0

Can't recommend Ye Olde Bell enoug

5/5 review

SamuelNovember 2015

5.0

Fantastic place! Got married here last July, can't thank the staff enough f

5/5 review

CarrieNovember 2015

5.0

Just getting round to the thank you's, what an excellent venue! Brilliant staff, special thanks to Chris and Ben for looking after us so well. Nothing was too much trouble for them. We had a fab day. Carrie & Ryan

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