Birdforth Hall
North Yorkshire
THE FORGE • BIRDFORTH HALL
Birdforth Hall Holiday Cottages and Wedding Venue near York
A peaceful countryside setting to relax and come together near York, Thirsk & Easingwold.
At Birdforth Hall, first impressions matter. From the moment you arrive surrounded by open parkland views, converted barns, friendly animals and warm North Yorkshire welcome are here so you know that you have made the right choice. Whether you are planning a wedding, a family celebration, a countryside break or a group stay, Birdforth Hall gives you space to slow down, enjoy good company and make proper memories together. Your wedding begins the moment you arrive. With onsite accommodation, open countryside views and a relaxed North Yorkshire setting, family and friends can gather the night before, settle into the cottages, enjoy food, drinks, the hot tubs, swimming pool and our Pizza Shack.
Time Away. Time Together.
Luxury holiday cottages for families and groups
Our four dog-friendly holiday cottages are designed for groups who want to spend proper time together without giving up comfort or personal space. Across Mill House, The Granary, The Stables and The Byre, there is accommodation for up to 43 guests, with generous kitchens, sociable living areas and bedrooms suited to families and mixed-age groups.
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Sleeps up to 43 guests
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Generous kitchens
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Sociable living areas
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Dog-friendly cottages
Every cottage has its own private garden and hot tub. Each cottage has exclusive use of the heated indoor pool on a rota basis. We also have a pool table, table tennis and DIY Pizza Shack, for your use during your stay. There is ample onsite parking, superfast Wi-Fi and thoughtful family equipment including travel cots, highchairs, a baby bath and changing mats.
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Choose a detached cottage with long-horn cattle looking over the gate, a single-storey stay with parking beside the door, or two adjoining properties that can sleep up to 22 guests together. However your group is made up, there is space to cook, eat, celebrate and relax at your own pace.
THE FORGE • BIRDFORTH HALL
An Exclusive-Use Barn Wedding Venue in North Yorkshire
For weddings, The Forge at Birdforth Hall offers an exclusive-use barn venue with a relaxed countryside feel. Originally a working blacksmith's forge, the space has been carefully brought back to life as a characterful wedding venue with natural light, rustic details and room to make the day your own.
Couples can choose from indoor and outdoor ceremony options, a celebration in the barn, drinks outside on the lawn, or a more relaxed reception in the Mediterranean Terrace Room, where floor-to-ceiling glass doors look out towards the gardens, outdoor ceremony spaces, mature trees and surrounding fields.
Your wedding should feel like you, not like a fixed formula.
That is why Birdforth Hall is built around flexibility, exclusive use and a simple promise: your wedding, your way.
A Countryside Setting Within Easy Reach of York
Birdforth Hall is around 20 minutes north of York, outside Easingwold and on the way to Thirsk. The rural setting feels calm and private, while road and rail connections make it practical for guests travelling from across Yorkshire and farther afield.
From here, you can explore York, Thirsk and Herriot Country, plan days out across the North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales, or simply stay close to home and enjoy the gardens, animals and facilities onsite. Our long-horn cattle graze in the fields and along with Revel the horse are part of daily life - Bella the pig is often the guests’ favourite!
About us
Family-Run, Yorkshire-Born
Birdforth Hall is run by Sue and Paul, with a genuine love of rural life, the local area and bringing people together. Living onsite they are on hand when you need us, whether you would like a local recommendation, help planning a group stay or practical support for your wedding.
You will have your own space, but you will never feel as though you have been handed a key and forgotten. It is a simple approach: a warm welcome, well-prepared accommodation and thoughtful help that makes a stay feel easy.
THE FORGE • BIRDFORTH HALL
Find the Right Birdforth Hall Stay
The Granary
Sleeps up to 9 in four bedrooms, with a detached setting, countryside views, a private south-facing garden and private hot tub.
The Stables
Sleeps up to 10, or 12 including a sofa bed, in a single-storey four-bedroom cottage with an enclosed garden and private hot tub.
Mill House
Sleeps up to 10, or 12 including a sofa bed, in a historic five-bedroom property with vaulted ceilings, a galleried landing and private hot tub
The Byre
Sleeps up to 10 in four en-suite bedrooms, with a vaulted lounge, log burner, private garden and private hot tub.
Mill House and The Byre together
Nine bedrooms and accommodation for up to 22 guests, ideal for a larger family gathering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Birdforth Hall?
Birdforth Hall is in the hamlet of Birdforth, North Yorkshire, between York and Thirsk on the A19. It is around 20 minutes north of York and 30 minutes South of the North East and Darlington, with convenient access to the A1, A19 and major transport hubs.
How many guests can stay at Birdforth Hall?
The four cottages can accommodate up to 43 guests in total, subject to the occupancy and sofa-bed arrangements of each property. Wedding accommodation is described separately in the wedding packages, so please confirm the exact number required when enquiring.
Does every cottage have a hot tub?
Yes. Each of the four cottages has a private garden and its own hot tub.
Is there a swimming pool?
Yes. Cottage guests have shared use of Birdforth Hall's heated indoor swimming pool. Pool time is organised on a rota so each group can enjoy it. The pool is yours exclusively during the time allocated.
Are the cottages dog friendly?
Yes. Each cottage welcomes up to two well-behaved dogs for an additional charge. Dogs should not be left unattended unless safely crated. We respectfully request that dogs are kept off the beds & furniture.
Do you accept hen or stag parties?
Only by prior arrangement, please call Sue to discuss further