Woodhorn Museum

Woodhorn Museum in Ashington stands as Northumberland’s largest museum and offers a truly unique wedding venue, blending the North East’s industrial heritage with striking modern architecture. The site preserves its mining history and features the original giant pitwheel, creating a stunning contrast to the contemporary Cutter building. This remarkable setting provides a breathtaking backdrop for your wedding photographs, while the expansive lawns allow guests to admire the building from every angle.

The museum is licensed to host civil ceremonies in the atmospheric Workshop Galleries, which retain beautiful original features from the colliery era. The venue provides space and flexibility for celebrations, with the capacity to cater for up to 100 guests. Whether it’s your ceremony, formal meal or evening reception, the team ensures a memorable experience for everyone.

Woodhorn Museum offers support with wedding planning, from recommending trusted suppliers to assisting with arrangements. You can add something truly special to your day with a trip on the narrow gauge railway or a private visit to the museum. Their excellent caterers design bespoke menus to suit your tastes and budget, with all food freshly prepared and beautifully presented. Conveniently located just off the A189, the venue is only 20 minutes from Newcastle Upon Tyne, and close to public transport connections in Ashington, Morpeth, and Cramlington. Newcastle International Airport is just a 30-minute drive away.