Wedding Venues in Sheffield | My Top Picks

There are so many wedding venues in Sheffield, so if you don’t have an idea of what kind of wedding you want or where you want it, it can be a completely daunting experience. It can also be quite a laborious one if you’re not looking in the right places. Although I’ve only been doing this a few years, I’ve been to a fair few venues in my time and I have some favourites, okay they may be bias favourites due to lighting, architecture and the people who run it, but I thought why not pop them in a little blog for you and there may be ones you’ve either never heard of, or just not seen dressed up for a wedding yet.

This one is all about wedding venues in Sheffield. There are some beautiful venues in the centre and on the outskirts, so here are my top picks, and if you’re in the process of planning your day hopefully it will bring you some inspiration. I’ve even got my own little rating system, hope you enjoy!

The Chimney House, Kelham Island

Sheffield Wedding Venue The Chimney House Kelham Island

Dog Friendly : Outside yes.

Disabled Access : No.

Weather Dependent : Not really, it’s a beautiful space and I have been there at full capacity when it’s rained and it’s more than fine.

Photo Ops : If you’re after the urban vibe then you are spoilt as Kelham Island is filled with great places to use as backdrops.

Lighting : The light is beautiful, the daylight coming through the windows on the brick interior is just to die for.

Entertainment : Not much room for large entertainment but small bits yes.

Food : Provided by The Chimney House and I must say it’s the best wedding food I have ever had the pleasure to sample. One wedding had a fully vegan menu and it was delicious.

Places to stay : Absolutely loads! Although Kelham Island doesn’t have many places, there are loads very close.

The Mowbray, Kelham Island

The Mowbray The Chimney House Wedding Venue Sheffield

Dog Friendly : No.

Disabled Access : Yes.

Weather Dependent : Not at all! The indoor space is really lovely, bright, moody and spacious.

Photo Ops : If you’re after the urban vibe then you are spoilt as Kelham Island is filled with great places to use as backdrops. You can even go for a short drive up the hill for some amazing views.

Lighting : Love it, very moody, can be dark in the evenings and if cloudy outside but rooftop is obviously a good space for lots of light.

Entertainment : The space is huge so there is plenty of space for games and live music.

Food : Provided by The Mowbray and I must say it’s the best wedding food I have ever had the pleasure to sample. One wedding had a fully vegan menu and it was delicious.

Places to stay : Absolutely loads! Although Kelham Island doesn’t have many places, there are loads very close.

92 Burton Road, Kelham Island

Sheffield Urban Warehouse Wedding Venue 92 Burton Road Peddler

Dog Friendly : Yes.

Disabled Access : Yes.

Weather Dependent : Not at all! The indoor space is really lovely, bright and spacious.

Photo Ops : If you’re after the urban vibe then you are spoilt as Kelham Island is filled with great places to use as backdrops. You can even go for a short drive up the hill for some amazing views.

Lighting : Love it, the warehouse is lovely and bright, plenty of natural light.

Entertainment : The warehouse is huge so there is plenty of space for games and live music.

Food : You will have to get in your own catering but there’s room for all kinds of food trucks.

Places to stay : Absolutely loads! Although Kelham Island doesn’t have many places, there are loads very close.

The Hide, City Centre

Dog Friendly : Yes.

Disabled Access : Yes.

Weather Dependent : Not really, but it is lovely being able to have your own little street party.

Photo Ops : If you’re after the urban vibe then you are spoilt as there are loads of street art, brick walls and shutters you can use as backdrops. There are also some hidden bits of green for some nature.

Lighting : Lovely natural light through the windows and shutters.

Entertainment : Plenty of room for games and live music.

Food : Food provided by Percy and Lily’s street food which is in house and just delicious!

Places to stay : Absolutely loads! Being right in the centre there is definitely no shortage.

The Botanical Gardens

Sheffield Wedding Venue Botanical Gardens

Dog Friendly : Yes.

Disabled Access : Yes.

Weather Dependent : Sort of, it’s obviously much better if it doesn’t rain but if it does then everyone can pile in the pavilions, or have umbrellas.

Photo Ops : Absolutely spoilt for choice, you have to have your reception elsewhere as it’s a ceremony only venue so you can have lots of beautiful botanical photos, followed by more photos in a different location if you want.

Lighting : Super bright and light.

Entertainment : As it’s a ceremony only venue the wedding is the entertainment! You can also stay a while after to have drinks and nibbles that you provide yourselves.

Food : Again, ceremony only venue so you just provide your own nibbles before going off to your reception venue.

Places to stay : Absolutely loads! Being just outside of the centre there is definitely no shortage.

99 Mary Street, City Centre

Sheffield Urban Wedding Venue 99 Mary Street

Dog Friendly : Yes.

Disabled Access : Yes.

Weather Dependent : Not really, but it is lovely being able to have your own little street party.

Photo Ops : If you’re after the urban vibe then you are spoilt as there are loads of street art, brick walls and shutters you can use as backdrops. There are also some hidden bits of green for some nature.

Lighting : Love it, beautiful natural light through the windows against the brick walls.

Entertainment : Perfect for evening entertainment.

Food : You need to get an external caterer in but there’s plenty of room for it.

Places to stay : Absolutely loads! Being right in the centre there is definitely no shortage.

Whirlow Hall Farm, Whirlow

Dog Friendly : Yes.

Disabled Access : Yes.

Weather Dependent : Not really, the grounds and farm are really lovely but if it was to rain all day the inside is big enough to not feel stuffed in.

Photo Ops : LOADS! The farm has absolutely loads of places, including playing with the animals.

Lighting : Lots of natural light.

Entertainment : Loads of space for games and entertainment (including my fave singing waiters).

Food : You will have to get in your own catering but there’s room for all kinds of catering.

Places to stay : Although it’s not in the centre it’s only a short drive to accommodation.

Weston Park Bandstand

Dog Friendly : Yes.

Disabled Access : Yes.

Weather Dependent : Sort of, it’s obviously much better if it doesn’t rain but if it does then everyone can pile in the bandstand, or have umbrellas.

Photo Ops : Absolutely spoilt for choice, you have to have your reception elsewhere as it’s a ceremony only venue so you can have some garden photos, followed by more photos in a different location if you want.

Lighting : Super bright and light.

Entertainment : As it’s a ceremony only venue the wedding is the entertainment! You can also stay a while after to have drinks and nibbles that you provide yourselves.

Food : Again, ceremony only venue so you just provide your own nibbles before going off to your reception venue.

Places to stay : Absolutely loads! Being just outside of the centre there is definitely no shortage.

Woodthorpe Hall, Totley

Sheffield Wedding Venues Woodthorpe Hall

Dog Friendly : Yes.

Disabled Access : Yes.

Weather Dependent : Quite dependent as the grounds are absolutely beautiful, but if you get a big and nice enough marquee and it rains, you’ll be fine!

Photo Ops : LOADS! The grounds have absolutely loads of places, so many beautiful flowers and nooks.

Lighting : Lots of natural light.

Entertainment : Loads of space for games, entertainment and live music.

Food : You will have to get in your own catering but there’s room for all kinds of catering.

Places to stay : Although it’s not in the centre it’s only a short drive to accommodation.

Ecclesall Woodland Discovery Centre

Sheffield Wedding Venue Ecclesall Woodland Discovery Centre

Dog Friendly : Yes.

Disabled Access : Yes.

Weather Dependent : Quite dependent as the grounds are absolutely beautiful, but the space is nice enough inside.

Photo Ops : LOADS! The woods have absolutely loads of places, so many beautiful places.

Lighting : Lots of natural light.

Entertainment : Loads of space for games.

Food : You will have to get in your own catering but there’s room for all kinds of catering.

Places to stay : Although it’s not in the centre it’s only a short drive to accommodation.

Yellow Arch Studios, Kelham Island

Sheffield Wedding Venue Yellow Arch Studios

Dog Friendly : Yes.

Disabled Access : Yes.

Weather Dependent : Not at all! The indoor space is really lovely, they have a new revamped warehouse which I have not shot in yet but it’s very bright, clean and trendy.

Photo Ops : If you’re after the urban vibe then you are spoilt as Kelham Island is filled with great places to use as backdrops. You can even go for a short drive up the hill for some amazing views.

Lighting : Love it, warehouse room is lovely and bright, the bar area is really lovely lighting, the dance floor has no natural light but that’s absolutely perfect for when you are dancing the night away.

Entertainment : The courtyard can hold lots of games provided by yourselves and of course with it being a music venue you can have lots of live music.

Food : You will have to get in your own catering but there’s room for all kinds of food trucks.

Places to stay : Absolutely loads! Although Kelham Island doesn’t have many places, there are loads very close.

Hagglers Corner, Queens Road

Sheffield Urban Wedding Venue Hagglers Corner

Dog Friendly : Yes.

Disabled Access : Yes except upstairs.

Weather Dependent : Not really as tarpaulin can be put up in the courtyard.

Photo Ops : Quite a lot, it might be worth travelling elsewhere for more ops though.

Lighting : Lots of natural light.

Entertainment : Loads of space for games, entertainment and live music.

Food : Hagglers provide their own catering which is delicious.

Places to stay : Although it’s not in the centre it’s only a short drive to accommodation.

Showroom Workstation, City Centre

Sheffield Wedding Venue The Showroom Workstation

Dog Friendly : No.

Disabled Access : Yes.

Weather Dependent : Not at all! The indoor space is really lovely, big and bright.

Photo Ops : If you’re after the urban vibe then you are spoilt as there are loads of street art, brick walls and shutters you can use as backdrops. There are also some hidden bits of green for some nature.

Lighting : Love it, absolutely loads of natural light.

Entertainment : The downstairs bit is massive and well equipped for you to supply your own entertainment and live music.

Food : The Showroom supply the food.

Places to stay : Absolutely loads! Being right in the center there is definitely no shortage.

Samuel Worth Chapel

Dog Friendly : Yes.

Disabled Access : Yes.

Weather Dependent : Not really. The grounds are absolutely beautiful (if old cemeteries are your vibe) but inside the chapel it is equally beautiful.

Photo Ops : Plenty of gorgeous nature, plenty of gothic vibes but also just gorgeous nature if you’re not quite into the full goth grave vibe.

Lighting : Loads of natural light.

Entertainment : Plenty of space inside and outside for entertainment.

Food : You have to get external caterers.

Places to stay : Absolutely loads! Being right in the center there is definitely no shortage.

Millennium Galleries

Dog Friendly : No.

Disabled Access : Yes.

Weather Dependent : Not at all! The indoor space is really lovely, big and bright.

Photo Ops : If you’re after the urban vibe then you are spoilt as there are loads of street art, brick walls and shutters you can use as backdrops. There are also some hidden bits of green for some nature.

Lighting : Love it, absolutely loads of natural light.

Entertainment : Plenty of space for entertainment.

Food : Either external catering or catering from the cafe downstairs.

Places to stay : Absolutely loads! Being right in the center there is definitely no shortage.

And finally… a little added extra of a bucket list venue of a brand new gorgeous warehouse space…

Hideaway

Dog Friendly : Yes.

Disabled Access : Yes.

Weather Dependent : Not at all! The indoor space is really lovely and big.

Photo Ops : If you’re after the urban vibe then you are spoilt as there are loads of street art, brick walls and shutters you can use as backdrops.

Lighting : A very decent amount of natural light with all the windows.

Entertainment : The downstairs bit is massive and well equipped for you to supply your own entertainment and live music.

Food : External caterers needed, or it can be supplied by The Bahji Shop who own the warehouse space.

Places to stay : Absolutely loads! Being right in the center there is definitely no shortage.