Venue focus - Heaton Mount, Bradford

Clearly, we do marquees, but what a lot of people might not realise is that we work with a variety of venues too, to enhance weddings and other events taking place in their grounds.

And this means we are constantly on the look-out for attractive new venues we can work with.

In Heaton Mount’s case, we were absolutely blown away by what it has to offer.

Nestled in the grounds of Bradford University’s award-winning Faculty of Management and Law, you would never have any idea you were in the heart of such a major city, as Heaton Mount is surrounded by idyllic landscaped gardens, in its own oasis of tranquillity.

Built in 1864, it is the former home of a wealthy 19th Century wool merchant Robert Kell who helped to make Bradford the centre of the UK’s woollen industry, it exudes the opulence so typical of residences of this nature.

Sales Manager Clare Bradnam shared her hopes for the venue, and the new collaboration with us at Village Farm Marquees.

“Heaton Mount is a beautiful, historic mansion in its own grounds, with big views and lots of greenery,” said Clare.

“We can accommodate up to 80 guests in the house but we’ve been looking for a high quality and trustworthy marquee company which can help us accommodate bigger events for up to 200 guests. We’re delighted to have found Village Farm Marquees.”

As a result of this new-found relationship, we’ll be working in collaboration with Heaton Mount as it looks to build up its portfolio of weddings and other events over the coming years.

“The house provides a beautiful and unique venue – including 45 rooms of on-site accommodation too, allowing hosts and their guests exclusive use of the house and grounds.

“Up to now, though, it’s really been quite a hidden gem, whereas we have ambitious plans to change all that and widen the number and types of events we offer, with the support of VFM as one of our preferred suppliers.

“For example, we expect that this could include more mid-week weddings, which can offer greater flexibility in terms of both availability and cost.”

Chrysta added: “We were in awe when we visited this venue, as it’s a really unique and magical place. There’s something about it that really gets under your skin.

“It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be part of all that history and grandeur for a day, and enjoy a truly unforgettable occasion.”

The Italianate Heaton Mount is set within private grounds with winding driveway, quintessential English croquet lawn, immaculate lawns and terraces. It is located to the north of Bradford, in the leafy suburbs of Heaton, just two miles from Saltaire and two-and-a-half miles from Bradford city centre.

It offers 15 different event spaces, that can accommodate between 15 and 200 people, and in addition to the on-site accommodation, also includes an ample amout of guest parking.

The house has been sympathetically refurbished and retains attractive Victorian features including a stunning double staircase, perfect for the preamble to any wedding.

A modern extension in the grounds also contains comfortable en suite accommodation which means wedding or party guests are able to stay on-site. Access to the Faculty of Management and Law’s state-of-the-art lecture theatre makes it an ideal choice for corporate events, team builders and expos as well, outside term time.

Anyone inspired by this blog can find out more about what Heaton Mount has to offer here . Either Clare on (01274) 234485 or Chrysta/Sophie here at Village Farm Marquees, on (01262) 468160 will be delighted to help.

And if Heaton Mount isn’t quite what you’re looking for, but you’d like our advice on other, equally stunning options, don’t hesitate to call or email us .

* Photos courtesy of Stuart Towers