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The Guildhall
Northampton’s Best Kept Secret
Welcome to The Guildhall, Northampton
Grade II star listed and in the heart of the town,
The Guildhall, Northampton is truly
‘Northampton’s best kept secret’. Its stunning
architectural features and exquisite décor will
provide a stunning backdrop to your day. From
your ceremony through to your reception we
have a selection of stunning spaces and packages
allowing us to cater for small intimate weddings
to large celebrations.
We are the perfect venue for a ceremony, drinks
reception, wedding breakfast or
evening reception. We can accommodate an
intimate ceremony for as few as 4
guests to a large celebration of 220 guests.
Shortlisted as a regional finalist in the
2015 Wedding industry awards we are a
licensed venue for civil ceremonies and
receptions and our professional dedicated
team have many years of experience. With
this stunning venue and our planning
service we will create a day to remember
for you and your guests.
Did you know? - The Guildhall, Northampton
was built during the height of the Gothic revival
in 1864 and is one of the finest examples of
Victorian municipal architecture in
Northamptonshire.
Tel: 01604 838400
Email: guildhalloffice@northampton.gov.uk
www.northampton.gov.uk/theguildhall
Guildhall Northampton
Our Spaces
The Great Hall
The stunning Great Hall is of
Godwin design and will take your
breath away. Decorative shields and
kaleidoscopic glass windows adorn
the ceiling, while colourful murals
line the archways.
The Great Hall is a flexible space
that can seat up to 220 for a
ceremony, 180 for a reception with
round tables and 220 in banquet
style. The stage area can be used for
a top table, bands and dj’s.
The Court Room
Steeped in history this striking
Neo Gothic room with its high
ceiling and viewing galleries is
perfect for wedding
ceremonies, drinks receptions,
wedding breakfasts and
evening receptions.
The Court Room can seat up to
90 people for a Ceremony and
65 for a Reception.
Tel: 01604 838400
Our Spaces
The Council Chamber
This is a masterpiece of Victorian Gothic
design and one of the finest rooms the
Guildhall possesses. Exquisite decorative
carvings, with its profusion of flowers
and foliage set against a series of
delightful and elegant arcades, makes it
one of the most graceful Council
Chambers in England.
The Council Chamber can seat 50 for a
Ceremony.
The Holding Room
This beautiful smaller room is perfect for
an intimate ceremony. This room can
seat 24 people for a ceremony. Following
your ceremony why not use the
adjoining Godwin room for a wedding
breakfast or drinks reception. Both
rooms complement each other perfectly.
The Godwin Room
This room boasts exquisite original
Godwin furniture. With a magnificent
table spanning the length of the room,
making this room the perfect choice for a
more intimate wedding breakfast or a
drinks reception.
The Godwin Room can seat 20 people
for a Wedding Breakfast.
Tel: 01604 838400
Those finishing touches included within our packages
Red Carpet and White Star Cloth
Available for Ceremonies only.
White Chair Covers and Coloured Sashes
We have 5 different sashes to choose from. You
may also supply your own.
Alcove Lighting
We can match this as close as possible to your
colour theme – Great Hall only.
Illuminated Bar
We can match this as close as possible to your
colour scheme. This bar is a bottle bar only.
Draft beer is available from our fixed bar in the
Court room. Both bars can only be operated for
events with guests of 180 and above.
Court Room Lighting
Soft back lighting for the alcoves in
the Court room.
Tel: 01604 838400
Ten Portable Up Lighters
That can be matched as close as possible to your
colour theme to help transform our spaces.
Ceremony Price List
Prices are applicable for events booked before the end of March 2016.
Prices are exempt of VAT.
Civil Ceremonies
Prices are applicable for Monday to Saturday and are based on four hour room hire, one
hour for your ceremony and one and a half hours prior and after to set up and break down
the room. For Sunday and Bank holiday bookings all rates are doubled.
The Great Hall
£750
The Court Room
£500
The Council Chamber
£500*
The Holding Room
£400**
Prices include - Red Carpet, Chair Covers and Sashes (a range of colours are available), Star
Cloth, PA System for your music, Up Lighting, Alcove Lighting (Great Hall only), Arch
Lighting (Court Room only), Ceremony Table Flowers, Parking Permit for your wedding car
and a dedicated service from our professional team.
*Due to the orientation of the room the following items are not available to use – Red Carpet,
Chair Covers and Sashes and the Star Cloth.
** Due to the orientation of the room the following items are not available to use – Star Cloth
and PA System for your music.
Drinks Receptions
Spaces are available for Drinks Receptions and are charged by the hourly rates detailed
within the Reception Price List on the next page. Drinks Reception services are provided by
our catering team.
Registrar Fees
The Registrar has a separate fee for performing ceremonies at licensed venues. For details of
their fees please visit www.yourdayinnorthants.co.uk or contact their local office on 0300
126 1000 and select option 3.
Special Offer
Receive a 10% discount if you book your Ceremony and Reception with us.
Tel: 01604 838400
Reception Price List
Prices are applicable for events booked before the end of March 2016.
Prices are exempt of VAT.
Reception packages
Prices are applicable for Monday to Saturday and are based on a 12 hour hire period from
midday until 11.30pm with carriages at midnight. For Sunday and Bank holiday bookings
all rates are doubled.
The Spencer package –
£1900
Exclusive use of the Great Hall, Court Room and the Courtyard and Cloisters*.
The Jeffery package** –
£1350
Exclusive use of the Great Hall and the Courtyard and Cloisters*.
The Tilley package £950
Exclusive use of the Court Room.
The Godwin package £400
Exclusive use of the Godwin Room for a Wedding Breakfast (This is based on a 5 hour hire
period).
*The Courtyard and Cloisters are available from 6pm midweek and 3pm weekends.
**As there is no fixed bar in this room we setup our Portable Illuminated Bar (bar services
are provided by our catering team).
Prices include - Tables, Chairs, Chair Covers and Sashes, Poseur Tables, Up Lighting,
Microphone for Speeches, Event Security (this is stipulated by our license), Back Projector
for Photographs (Great Hall only), and a dedicated service from our professional team.
We are licensed until 2am; if you would like your Wedding Reception to continue after
midnight additional hourly rates will apply. These rates also apply for Drinks Receptions.
Great Hall
Court Room
Courtyard and Cloisters
Godwin Room
£145 per hour
£100 per hour
£100 per hour
£100 per hour
Special Offer
Receive a 10% discount if you book your ceremony and reception with us.
Tel: 01604 838400
What our customers have to say about us!
“The Great Hall is an amazing room! All of our guests were stunned with the beauty of the
Guildhall. The staff were friendly and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble and they were
very detailed in the planning. Everything went the way we wanted it to.”
“Our allocated wedding advisor for organising the day made the whole experience
run so smoothly. If I had any questions I could pop him an email and would always receive
a prompt reply, putting my mind at rest. On the day of the wedding the staff were fabulous
and made everything run like clockwork. I would recommend anyone to hold their wedding
at the Guildhall as the venue and staff make the whole experience wonderful.”
“The Guildhall staff were very professional and couldn’t do enough for our guests and
ourselves throughout our big day. We had a very relaxed and fun day in the most beautiful
surroundings. We’ve received so many positive comments about the venue.”
“We were overwhelmed by the professionalism and knowledge of all the staff at the
Guildhall. They made us feel at ease and were so flexible, friendly and helpful. Our
favourite wedding supplier by far!”
“They made our day really special and all the communication we had with the Guildhall
was efficient and effective. Everyone commented on what a fantastic building it was. I’m so
glad we chose the Guildhall as our venue as there is so much character in the building whilst
being functional as a licensed wedding venue! The staff were exceptional and made us feel
really at ease on the day.”
“We were very impressed by the staff at the Guildhall, they were approachable, polite,
friendly and incredibly professional and well organised. They helped us and our guests
have a smoothly operated and stress free wedding which everyone thoroughly enjoyed.”
“We were delighted with the professionalism and service of the staff, from the initial help
with booking and viewing the rooms, until the Wedding day itself, which ran extremely
smoothly and is a fantastic memory on such an important occasion. I would recommend this
venue to anyone as it is a beautiful place steeped in history and all the staff were very
welcoming and knew how to look after us and our guests.”
“We couldn’t fault the venue or the staff. Everybody we dealt with were extremely helpful,
organised, professional and made the whole experience stress free and easy. Perfect
service. Would recommend to anyone.”
Tel: 01604 838400
Catering
We are party to a catering contract and as such any catering and provision of liquor
for functions must be provided by Cloverdale Catering.
A brief history of Cloverdale Catering
Cloverdale Catering was established in 1986 by which time the owner had acquired
15 years’ experience in a wide range of successful catering positions.
Since its launch, the company has sought to provide the highest standard of food and
service whilst becoming involved in both Outside and Contract Catering. Having
grown throughout the period, Cloverdale has acquired an excellent reputation for
quality, quantity and service throughout the whole spectrum of its catering activities
Cloverdale’s catering for large formal events has undoubtedly become a forte.
Typical examples are Weddings, Civic Balls, Corporate Hospitality, Proms, Sporting
Events and Royal Celebrations to name but a few. A very wide range of menus is
offered whilst excellent food and professional service is guaranteed.
For further information please visit our website at:
www.cloverdalecatering.co.uk
Email: enquiries@cloverdalecatering.co.uk
Tel: 01933 682228 or 01933 682288
Tel: 01604 838400
Cloverdale Catering Price Guide 2015
Wedding Breakfasts
3 Course Sit Down menus from £29.95 + vat per head based on a minimum of 60 guests
(Children Under 7 Years at half the adult price)
Why not serve canapés on arrival instead of a plated starter, followed by your main course
& dessert selections, or add canapés to your 3-Course Sit Down Menu for an additional £7.00
+ VAT per head, please ask for further details
all pricing above includes service, crockery, cutlery
and quality paper napkins, as appropriate
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Wedding Breakfast drinks packages – from £19.75 + vat per adult
(cold drinks available for children at no extra cost)
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Evening Reception Packages
(Prices are based on buffets provided in addition to a 3-Course Sit down Menu)
Hot Party Rolls
From £4.90 + vat per head
Cold Finger Buffets
From £7.50 + vat per head
(hot pork or bacon roll, additional options available)
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Evening Reception Packages
(Prices are based on buffets provided without a 3-Course Sit down Menu)
Cold Finger Buffets from £12.95 + VAT per head
pricing above includes buffet setup, plates
and quality paper napkins, as appropriate
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Tel: 01604 838400
Cloverdale Catering Sample Menus 2015
Arrival Canapés
Mini Yorkshire Puddings with Beef & Horseradish,
Vegetable Spring Roll & Chilli Dip, Cocktail Chicken & Vegetable Saté
Bruschetta topped with Red Onion Relish & Feta Cheese and Stilton & Leek Tarts
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Wedding Breakfast
To Start
Salmon fillet with a Lime & Chilli Glaze
served with Brown Bread and Butter, Salad Garnish and Horseradish Cream
For Dinner
Marinated Chicken Breast with a Redcurrant and Brandy Sauce
served with: Chef’s Choice of Locally Sourced Vegetables and Potatoes
For Dessert
Chocolate Salted Caramel Brownie Square with a Caramel Sauce & Vanilla Ice Cream
(Variations to menu selections are available for children, please ask for further details)
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Wedding Breakfast drinks packages
Arrival Classic Pimms or Bucks Fizz
Iced Water on Tables, Cool Drinks e.g. Fruit Juice
Sparkling Wine for Toast
Table Wines – Red and White, served to table by waiting staff until dessert course
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Tel: 01604 838400
Additional information for reception bookings
Entertainment
You are welcome to use any entertainer you wish, but we ask that they contact us at the
Guildhall to discuss any limitation that might cause a problem such as smoke machines,
haze machines, confetti cannons or fireworks.
Furniture
We have furniture available for the function, however, if this is not satisfactory and you
would prefer an alternative you will be required to hire anything that we do not have in
stock. Details are available on request.
Decorations
You may provide your own decorations but please be aware that there are certain
restrictions to what you may have within the building such as Helium filled Balloons. Please
discuss your ideas with the team as soon as possible.
Parking
We can provide parking at the Guildhall for anyone involved in the organisation of the
event i.e. Disco, Caterers, Table Dressers etc. all other guests should use the public parking
provided within the Town Centre, presently parking in the Town Centre on Saturdays and
Sundays is free of charge. There are several car parks within a short walk of the Guildhall.
Any cars parked at the Guildhall need to be removed from after the event has finished.
Damage
You are liable for any damage to the building or its fixtures and fittings caused as a result of
the function and will be invoiced accordingly after the event. This is not a regular occurrence
but all clients are informed at this stage.
Tel: 01604 838400
Seeing, is believing!
Book a viewing appointment today!
Tel: 01604 838400
Tel: 01604 838400
Ceremony and Reception Booking Form
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Names of the couple
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Ceremony Details
Date of the Ceremony
Chosen room for the Ceremony
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Type of booking.
Ceremony/Reception
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Time of Ceremony and
approx. number of guests
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Reception details
Chosen Reception package
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Approximate start and finish time
Start……………………..
Approximate number of guests
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Finish………………………
Contact details
Contact Address and Postcode
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Contact telephone numbers for both
1……………………………………………………………….
2.………………………………………………………………
Contact email addresses for both
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Please can you tell us how you heard about us?
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Please read our terms and conditions of hire overleaf.
I/we have read, understood and agree to abide fully by the Conditions of Hire.
Signature………………………….. Print………………………………..
Date……………………
RETURN TO: The Guildhall Office, The Guildhall, St Giles Square, Northampton, NN1 1DE
Tel: 01604 838400
TERMS & CONDITIONS OF HIRE
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Applications for hire shall be returned to the Guildhall Office on this booking form and shall be sent to the address below:The Guildhall Office, The Guildhall, St Giles Square, Northampton, NN1 1DE.
The Council reserve the right to refuse a booking if it is deemed inappropriate.
The total fee payable is required 12 weeks before the function. Hirers should note that payments are not refundable.
A completed and signed Wedding Agreement Form and deposit, is required within 14 days of the original verbal booking.
Should this not be forthcoming then Northampton Borough shall be entitled to treat the provisional booking as cancelled.
Payment – A £250 deposit (which will be deducted from your final charge) is required to secure the booking, (an invoice
will be sent to you). Hirers should note that payments are not refundable.
Room set-up requirements shall be discussed with the Guildhall Office when booking the event. Room setup and dismantle
shall be charged for.
The Hirer shall observe any conditions or restrictions which the Council may impose as to the use of any room or
proceeding /activities within any room, which are notified to the Hirer before the reservation, becomes effective. In some
cases, a written specification of all event proceedings / activities will be drawn up and agreed between the Hirer and the
Council prior to the event. The council reserve the right to refuse or cancel any such reservation in the event of such
restriction, condition or specification not being complied with.
Only food and drink purchased from or provided by Northampton Borough Council may be consumed on the premises.
Hirers are responsible for ensuring that time spent clearing away and emptying the Guildhall of all persons engaged by
them is included in the booking period. Events, which overrun may be asked to terminate their function and leave the
premises, or be charged the full rate for the extended time which must be paid within 7 days.
It shall be a condition of the letting that there shall be no display of any advertisement relating to the proposed use of the
Guildhall without prior permission of the Facilities Manager.
The use of smoke machines in the Guildhall is prohibited. Permissions for the use of any machinery, extra or alternative
lighting (including candles) etc. must be obtained from the Guildhall Office.
Helium balloons are prohibited in the Guildhall.
No Hirer may attach anything to the walls without the prior permission of the Guildhall Office.
Where the Hirer has damaged any part of the Guildhall, its fixtures or fittings or left any part of the property dirty or
disorderly; charges will be rendered immediately after the event and must be paid with 7 days of invoicing.
Hirers of the Guildhall may be required to pay for the services of Door Supervisors. The Guildhall Office will advise of
these requirements.
Hirers must note that Northampton Borough Council shall not accept responsibility for any personal belongings left
unattended in the building. All belongings / equipment must be uplifted / removed immediately after the event. The
Guildhall can NOT store any equipment / belongings.
Smoking – Northampton borough Council is a non-smoking council and smoking is not permitted on any council property.
Cancellation Policy
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The Council reserve the right to cancel the hiring agreement at any time if the rooms(s) booked within the Guildhall are
needed for purposes of national or local importance (such as Council meetings) not contemplated at the time of hiring. The
council’s decision to cancel in such circumstances is final. Any fee paid will then be returned to the Hirer and the Hirer will
agree to accept it in full settlement of all claims, costs, losses and damages that the Hirer might otherwise have against the
Council from the cancellation.
Any cancellation must be given in writing to Northampton Borough Council, Guildhall Office, St Giles Square,
Northampton. NN1 1DE. All deposits and payments once made are non-refundable. The council recommends that you
consider taking out Event Insurance.
Prices quoted are for 2015 and are inclusive of VAT at the current rate. In the event of taxation changes or increased costs
beyond the control of the Council, we reserve the right to vary prices without prior notice
Tel: 01604 838400
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