If you're looking for somewhere special to host an important occasion, we think you'd be hard pressed to find a more unique space than Carlton Towers. This exquisite country mansion, nestled in the Yorkshire countryside, boasts over 800 years of history and is currently the family home of Lord and Lady Gerald Fitzalan Howard - the same family who have been guardians of the estate since 1301.
History buffs will love learning more - and there's plenty to see across the site - but incredible things have happened here, from a visit by the Kings of Jerusalem crusaders to the knights who fell on the fields of Bannockburn. As you can imagine, the building reflects this wow-worthy heritage with beautiful period features and thousands of stories to tell.
While Gerald and Emma live in one wing, the rest of the house is available to hire, with all sorts of events having been held here. Whether it be a cracking birthday party, family get together, anniversary or perhaps a corporate away day, the team can help you fine tune your event to the last detail.
There are plenty of spaces to take over, from the handsome state rooms which are perfect for private dinners, to the Bow Drawing Room which is ideal for a cocktail reception. The Armoury benefits from an atmospheric, roaring fire, while the Venetian Drawing Room has a grand fireplace and soaring ceiling. In terms of capacity, up to 200 guests can be hosted for a party, but there's also options to stay over, too.
There are 16 luxurious bedrooms in the main house and a further six cottages across the estate. And, as for catering, the team has everything in hand in house with top notch chefs. However, if you did want to bring in your own, you're welcome to.