Tyne and Wear

Whickham

The Willows at the Woodmans

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Price: £800 – £4,500

Guests: 120

Bedrooms: 5

Description

The Willows at The Woodmans is an exclusive, contemporary wedding venue located just 10 minutes from Newcastle Upon Tyne city centre. Surrounded by peaceful countryside yet easily accessible, it blends rustic charm with a modern bohemian aesthetic, creating a breathtaking backdrop for Tyne & Wear weddings. With panoramic views across the Tyne Valley and beautifully designed interiors, it’s an unforgettable setting for couples searching for a stylish North East wedding venue.

Every couple is supported by a dedicated wedding coordinator who will guide you through the planning process, helping you create a celebration that feels personal, seamless, and truly unforgettable.

Your Ceremony & Celebration Spaces

Your guests will be welcomed into the elegant Aviary Lounge, a beautifully curated space featuring handcrafted furniture, wood‑panelled and brick‑slip walls, and a striking bespoke birdcage chandelier. This sets the tone for a warm, intimate, and stylish celebration.

Your ceremony takes place in a light‑filled room with flagstone flooring and expansive windows that flood the space with natural daylight. You’ll exchange vows in front of the venue’s signature brick and stone fireplace, delicately dressed with foliage for a romantic, picture‑perfect backdrop.

Your wedding breakfast is served in the impressive celebration room in the heart of The Willow's - a show‑stopping space featuring crystal chandeliers, industrial‑chic metal accents, exposed beams, and floor‑to‑ceiling windows overlooking the Tyne Valley. It’s a truly magical setting for dining, speeches, and evening celebrations.

Award‑Winning Dining

The Willows at The Woodmans is home to an award‑winning kitchen, renowned for exceptional food crafted from locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. The culinary team specialise in modern British flavours, creating beautifully presented dishes that elevate your wedding breakfast into a memorable dining experience.

Our chef's will work closely with you to design a bespoke menu that reflects your tastes, dietary needs, and vision for the day - ensuring every plate delights your guests.

Message from the team

Name of Wedding Contact: Fiona, Kayleigh & Beki

We are so excited to show your our beautiful venue and chat through your wedding plans!

Experience

Year Business Was Established

2021

No. of Weddings Hosted

More than 50

Public Liability Insurance

Yes

No. of People In Team

Overview of The Willows at the Woodmans

Wedding Venue Type

Barn / Farm

Wedding Venue Capacity

Dining Capacity

120

Reception Capacity

150

Wedding Venue Accommodation

No. of Bedrooms

Sleeps No. of People

Bridal Suite

Honeymoon Suite

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Sound system available

Wedding license

Confetti permitted

Wedding Venue Details

In-house wedding coordinator

On-site parking

City View

Exclusive use

Pet friendly

Open Flame Permitted

Disabled access

Wedding Catering

Alcohol license

In-house catering

In-House Wine List

Vegan catering

Bar

Cultural Specialists

Other

Pricing for The Willows at the Woodmans

Wedding Venue Hire Only

£800.00 – £4,500.00

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What's Included?

Exclusive use

Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)

External caterers not permitted

Furniture included

Wedding coordinator available on the day

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In-house Catering (price per head)

£25.00 – £70.00

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Reviews (40)

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Mya and Benjamin
07/04/2026
The best people in the business!!The best people in the business!!
Words cannot express my love for this place and the people. From our first viewing, it was clear we were a priority. It didn't feel like other places where we would just be another couple, forgotten about after the wedding. The team truly cares and wants this to be about you and your love, no matter what that entails. They were always there to talk through ideas or answer any questions. Every aspect was meticulously cared for. There was nothing too big or too little. The food was absolutely amazing! If you can get yourself to an open night, I highly recommend!! There are no better people in the wedding business than Fiona, Beki, Kayleigh and Becky! You will always hold a very special place in our hearts. Thank you for the most magical memories. We will definitely be back! Lots of Love, Mya & Benjamin xxxxxxWords cannot express my love for this place and the people. From our first viewing, it was clear we were a priority. It didn't feel like other places where we would just be another couple, forgotten about after the wedding. The team truly cares and wants this to be about you and your love, no matter what that entails. They were always there to talk through ideas or answer any questions. Every aspect was meticulously cared for. There was nothing too big or too little. The food was absolutely amazing! If you can get yourself to an open night, I highly recommend!! There are no better people in the wedding business than Fiona, Beki, Kayleigh and Becky! You will always hold a very special place in our hearts. Thank you for the most magical memories. We will definitely be back! Lots of Love, Mya & Benjamin xxxxxx
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Andy & Sarah Richards
30/09/2025
Richards Wedding 30/08Richards Wedding 30/08
It’s hard to know where to start to put into words how grateful we are that we picked the Willows as our venue. From our first viewing, we just fell in love with the venue. From the amazing decor to the fantastic staff, everything was just unbelievable. So much so that we booked without even viewing another venue as this was the first we looked at! You can tell how much thought has gone into the venue, the decor is fantastic in its own right so you can choose to do as much or as little as you like! The food was unreal! One of the best meals we’ve ever had! Nothing was too much trouble for the team, they were always on hand to support and talk us through each step of the way, putting us at ease and cheering us on! I can’t thank the team enough for how special they made our day, everyone was so lovely and made us feel like we were in the company of friends. Thank you Team Willows!It’s hard to know where to start to put into words how grateful we are that we picked the Willows as our venue. From our first viewing, we just fell in love with the venue. From the amazing decor to the fantastic staff, everything was just unbelievable. So much so that we booked without even viewing another venue as this was the first we looked at! You can tell how much thought has gone into the venue, the decor is fantastic in its own right so you can choose to do as much or as little as you like! The food was unreal! One of the best meals we’ve ever had! Nothing was too much trouble for the team, they were always on hand to support and talk us through each step of the way, putting us at ease and cheering us on! I can’t thank the team enough for how special they made our day, everyone was so lovely and made us feel like we were in the company of friends. Thank you Team Willows!
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Rachel and John
16/09/2025
August 2025 wedding August 2025 wedding
The most perfect venue with equally stunning views! We got married 23.8.25 at the Willows and from start to finish it was silly perfect! The day went by so smoothly ALL of the staff were so helpful and attentive nothing was an issue! The food was amazing and was complimented by every guest! I would pick this venue a thousand times over, wish we could do it all again! The most perfect venue with equally stunning views! We got married 23.8.25 at the Willows and from start to finish it was silly perfect! The day went by so smoothly ALL of the staff were so helpful and attentive nothing was an issue! The food was amazing and was complimented by every guest! I would pick this venue a thousand times over, wish we could do it all again!
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Louise & Kevin
28/08/2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beyond Perfect – A Dream Wedding at The Willows at The Woodmans⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beyond Perfect – A Dream Wedding at The Willows at The Woodmans
Where do I even begin? The Willows at The Woodmans isn’t just a wedding venue – it’s a place where dreams are brought to life. From the moment we walked in, I was in awe. The venue is breathtakingly beautiful, filled with warmth, elegance, and the kind of atmosphere that makes you feel like you’ve stepped into a fairytale. But what truly makes this place extraordinary is the people. Fiona, Becky, Kayleigh, and every single member of the team poured their hearts into making our day flawless. They weren’t just staff – they became part of our journey, guiding us, supporting us, and making sure every detail was perfect. When my mam sadly passed away, I was overwhelmed and heartbroken, unsure how to move forward. Without hesitation, they allowed me to change our wedding date – no questions asked – showing a level of kindness and compassion I will never forget. It wasn’t just about a wedding; they cared about us as people, and that meant everything. The food? Out of this world. Guests still talk about it, and I don’t think I’ll ever forget how incredible it all tasted. But beyond the food, the service, and the setting, it was the feeling – of being loved, supported, and celebrated – that made it so special. To The Willows at The Woodmans – thank you for giving us not just a wedding day, but a memory that will stay in our hearts forever. If you’re looking for a venue that is as beautiful in spirit as it is in appearance, this is the one.Where do I even begin? The Willows at The Woodmans isn’t just a wedding venue – it’s a place where dreams are brought to life. From the moment we walked in, I was in awe. The venue is breathtakingly beautiful, filled with warmth, elegance, and the kind of atmosphere that makes you feel like you’ve stepped into a fairytale. But what truly makes this place extraordinary is the people. Fiona, Becky, Kayleigh, and every single member of the team poured their hearts into making our day flawless. They weren’t just staff – they became part of our journey, guiding us, supporting us, and making sure every detail was perfect. When my mam sadly passed away, I was overwhelmed and heartbroken, unsure how to move forward. Without hesitation, they allowed me to change our wedding date – no questions asked – showing a level of kindness and compassion I will never forget. It wasn’t just about a wedding; they cared about us as people, and that meant everything. The food? Out of this world. Guests still talk about it, and I don’t think I’ll ever forget how incredible it all tasted. But beyond the food, the service, and the setting, it was the feeling – of being loved, supported, and celebrated – that made it so special. To The Willows at The Woodmans – thank you for giving us not just a wedding day, but a memory that will stay in our hearts forever. If you’re looking for a venue that is as beautiful in spirit as it is in appearance, this is the one.
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Sarah and Liam
17/07/2025
Our amazing wedding at the Willows at the Woodmans Our amazing wedding at the Willows at the Woodmans
We can’t thank The Willows team enough for everything they did to make our wedding day so special. Fiona, Kayleigh, and Kirsty were truly incredible from start to finish – not only in organising the happiest day of our lives, but also in supporting us through one of the most difficult times. After having to cancel our original wedding date due to the heartbreaking loss of my mam, they showed us such compassion, care, and flexibility. They helped us reorganise everything, and made what felt like an overwhelming situation so much more manageable. We’ll never forget their kindness. On the day itself, everything ran so smoothly. We honestly didn’t even know what time it was all day – and that’s the best compliment we can give! Fiona took care of absolutely everything behind the scenes so we could just relax, be present, and enjoy every moment. We didn’t have to worry about a single thing. The venue looked absolutely stunning, the team were so professional and attentive, and the food was amazing – we had so many compliments from our guests about how delicious everything was, and how beautiful the setting was. We stayed over that night in the Honeymoon Suite, and our family stayed in the other rooms. Every room was lovely – so comfortable and beautifully done. Waking up the next morning to our first breakfast as Mr & Mrs with our family was the perfect end to an unforgettable experience. The breakfast was absolutely delicious, and such a lovely way to round off the celebrations. The Willows will always hold a special place in our hearts. Thank you so much to the whole team – and especially Fiona, Kayleigh, and Kirsty – for helping us create such a meaningful and memorable day. We’re so grateful ❤️We can’t thank The Willows team enough for everything they did to make our wedding day so special. Fiona, Kayleigh, and Kirsty were truly incredible from start to finish – not only in organising the happiest day of our lives, but also in supporting us through one of the most difficult times. After having to cancel our original wedding date due to the heartbreaking loss of my mam, they showed us such compassion, care, and flexibility. They helped us reorganise everything, and made what felt like an overwhelming situation so much more manageable. We’ll never forget their kindness. On the day itself, everything ran so smoothly. We honestly didn’t even know what time it was all day – and that’s the best compliment we can give! Fiona took care of absolutely everything behind the scenes so we could just relax, be present, and enjoy every moment. We didn’t have to worry about a single thing. The venue looked absolutely stunning, the team were so professional and attentive, and the food was amazing – we had so many compliments from our guests about how delicious everything was, and how beautiful the setting was. We stayed over that night in the Honeymoon Suite, and our family stayed in the other rooms. Every room was lovely – so comfortable and beautifully done. Waking up the next morning to our first breakfast as Mr & Mrs with our family was the perfect end to an unforgettable experience. The breakfast was absolutely delicious, and such a lovely way to round off the celebrations. The Willows will always hold a special place in our hearts. Thank you so much to the whole team – and especially Fiona, Kayleigh, and Kirsty – for helping us create such a meaningful and memorable day. We’re so grateful ❤️
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Abbie
29/06/2025
Willows WeddingWillows Wedding
We have recently had our wedding at the Willows & are so glad we chose this venue. All of the staff are amazing & helped to make the planning and the day so stress free for us. All our guests commented on how amazing the food & venue itself was. Thank you so much once again - Abbie & Michael 🤍We have recently had our wedding at the Willows & are so glad we chose this venue. All of the staff are amazing & helped to make the planning and the day so stress free for us. All our guests commented on how amazing the food & venue itself was. Thank you so much once again - Abbie & Michael 🤍
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Steve & Jackie Wardman
02/05/2025
The Wedding Day i had always dreamed of !!The Wedding Day i had always dreamed of !!
Everything was perfect. The setting is amazing and the whole venue is just beautiful and the food was delicious. They couldn,t do enough for us to ensure we got everything we wanted xxEverything was perfect. The setting is amazing and the whole venue is just beautiful and the food was delicious. They couldn,t do enough for us to ensure we got everything we wanted xx
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Mr and Mrs Timbey
24/11/2024
Just like we dreamed it...Just like we dreamed it...
Our wedding was everything we dreamed of, and more thanks to the wonderful team at The Willows at The Woodmans. We wanted a venue with a rustic feel, and we fell in love with The Willows instantly on the first visit. We can't thank the team enough for all of their help throughout the planning process. They were always so responsive and accommodating with those personal touches to make the day perfect for us and our guests. The team also provided useful top tips and recommendations for suppliers, which helped us to finalise our bookings. On the day, the team couldn't have done more, and they really went above and beyond to make sure our day was everything we hoped for. The food was the talk of the guests, with everyone being so impressed with the quality of the wedding breakfast. The venue offers beautiful photo opportunities both inside and around the grounds. We can't wait to see all of our photos and our wedding videos to relive our magical day and take this time to thank the team again for everything they did to bring it to life. Mr and Mrs Timbey xOur wedding was everything we dreamed of, and more thanks to the wonderful team at The Willows at The Woodmans. We wanted a venue with a rustic feel, and we fell in love with The Willows instantly on the first visit. We can't thank the team enough for all of their help throughout the planning process. They were always so responsive and accommodating with those personal touches to make the day perfect for us and our guests. The team also provided useful top tips and recommendations for suppliers, which helped us to finalise our bookings. On the day, the team couldn't have done more, and they really went above and beyond to make sure our day was everything we hoped for. The food was the talk of the guests, with everyone being so impressed with the quality of the wedding breakfast. The venue offers beautiful photo opportunities both inside and around the grounds. We can't wait to see all of our photos and our wedding videos to relive our magical day and take this time to thank the team again for everything they did to bring it to life. Mr and Mrs Timbey x
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Chelsea & Owen
28/08/2024
Magical dream weddingMagical dream wedding
Me and my husband had our wedding at The Willows on 24th August 2024. It was perfect from booking our wedding to our big day! Kirsty our wedding coordinator was absolutely amazing, she made sure every little detail was perfect and exactly how we wanted it! As did also the whole team at The Willows. The team went above and beyond with everything which made our day magical. We’re so happy we picked The Willows as our wedding venue and we see why they get so many awards, hands down the best venue ever. The food was better than expected, we got so many compliments from our guests regarding the food and venue.Me and my husband had our wedding at The Willows on 24th August 2024. It was perfect from booking our wedding to our big day! Kirsty our wedding coordinator was absolutely amazing, she made sure every little detail was perfect and exactly how we wanted it! As did also the whole team at The Willows. The team went above and beyond with everything which made our day magical. We’re so happy we picked The Willows as our wedding venue and we see why they get so many awards, hands down the best venue ever. The food was better than expected, we got so many compliments from our guests regarding the food and venue.
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Michael cook michaela cook
07/05/2024
The most perfect day!The most perfect day!
Perfect venue from start to finish staff were amazing and made our day run so smoothly I wish we could donit allover again! Perfect venue from start to finish staff were amazing and made our day run so smoothly I wish we could donit allover again!

Location & Contact Details for The Willows at the Woodmans

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Wedding Venue Address

Fellside Road, Whickham, Tyne and Wear, NE16 5BB, England, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

We're easiest to find by entering our postcode into Google Maps! Look out for "The Willows" signs on the side of the road and we're tucked away at the back of the driveway!

Nearest Town

Newcastle upon Tyne

Nearest Motorway & Junction

Nearest Train Station

Newcastle Central Station

Nearest Airport

Newcastle upon Tyne

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FAQs

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Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?

Every wedding we have here at The Willows is the BEST wedding! We love working with each and every one of our couples to create something magical, amazing and unique so you can have the best day EVER!

What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Never let your wedding stress you out too much! We have an unofficial motto here at The Willows "we don't do stress; we do coffee and flapjacks!" and we really do. If ever you feel like you're approaching Stressville, you email us, we calm you down, arrange for you to come and see us and fill you with coffee and flapjacks until you're feeling serene and calm again.

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

Your guests! Of all the gorgeous decor we've seen and amazing ideas, it really is your guests that make your wedding "your wedding"!

Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.

Bohemian, rustic, glamourous, breathtaking VIEWS!

Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?

There's far too many quirky spots to pick just one... whether it's hidden under our huge life sized indoor Willow tree, an Insta-worthy snap under our "Love this way" sign or a candid shot with one of our friendly farmers and their tractors in the background, you and your photographer are going to have a whale of a time!

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at your venue?

You beautiful brides and gorgeous grooms are all celebrity guests in our eyes!

What’s your favourite canapé?

ALL of the canapés - we couldn't pick just one of our bite sized mouthfuls of heaven as a favourite!

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Can't go wrong with a a cheeky bit of wedding cake!!

What is your venue's most unique feature?

Our beautiful life-like indoor Willow tree.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Our team!!! We have the most gorgeous venue here at The Willows but without our amazing team it just wouldn't be the same. We're dedicated to you and your day and care about it is much as you do.

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