Industrial Wedding Venues in Yorkshire, Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire
Looking for your perfect industrial wedding venue? I got you.
For those drawn to architecture and shape, who see beauty in worn walls, open spaces, and doing things their own way. Industrial wedding venues have become the go to choice for couples who want something modern and a little bit different.
As someone who’s travelled all over the UK and Europe photographing industrial buildings for my own pleasure it seemed fitting after a trip to Germany to see some powerstations that I started looking at venues in and around the UK and put together a guide.
Did you know the only powerstation in the UK you can get legally married in, is Battersea Power Station. If you really want art deco and control room vibes it is the dream venue.
The Best Industrial Wedding Venues in The Midlands and Yorkshire
Warehouse Wedding Venues in Yorkshire
The Hide
1920s warehouse with 3 rooms, The Warehouse space is an open plan industrial space, Then there is the 1920s Canteen is flooded with light from our original crittall windows and then there is an extra space called The Front Room which is the entrance space.
The Hide
Capacity
90 guests seated
100+ guests reception
Catering & Suppliers
In-house catering
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Good to Know
Perfect for intimate and large weddings
Licensed to hold marriages and civil ceremonies
Biodegradible confetti allowed
Parking & Accessibility
Closest car park is Scotland Street Car Park
Accessibility notes – Fully accessible
Location
0.8 miles from Sheffield city center
6.5 miles from Rotherham City Center
Nearest Train Station – Sheffield Station
Nearest Airport – Manchester Airport
Best For
City lovers and modern design led couples who are looking for a creative, non traditional warehouse wedding venue
The Mowbray
Originally a steel and iron merchants, the Mowbray has been lovingly restored into a unique wedding venue. Keeping the original factory doors and red bricks, the custom-made lighting and reclaimed furniture which includes a cool 1940s chandelier. Upstairs is the Rooftop Garden with Neepsend views, a Bar and hidden cabin.
The Mowbray
Capacity
Dining capacity 45 to 160
Reception capacity 250
Catering & Suppliers
In house catering
Good to Know
PA system for your music
It’s important to note that The Mowbray is only a reception venue, however a 10 minute walk away is their fully licensed wedding venue, The Chimney House (see below for the deets)
Parking
Free Street Parking or Brookshaw and Alma St car parks are within 5 minute walking distance
Accessibility
The entrance is level and the ground floor is suitable for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Location
1.3 miles from Sheffield city center
9.1 miles from Rotherham City Center
Nearest Train Station – Sheffield Station
Nearest Airport – Manchester Airport
Best For
If you want a venue that cares about community and history with the look of a factory wedding venue, then the Mowbray is the one for you. Everything has been designed and made within less than a mile radius of the building, it’s a family run independent business
The Chimney House
The Chimney house was built on Kelham island next to the Mill race, an area of heavy industry it has 3 rooms, ceremonies take place in The Meeting Room of The Chimney House but guests have access to The Living Room and The Front Room.
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The Chimney House
Capacity
20 to 50 guests
Catering & Suppliers
In house catering and seasonal menus
In house bar licensed until:11pm
Good to Know
Fully licenced for marriages and civil ceremonies
Ceremony and reception venue
PA system for playing your own music
Confetti permitted
Open flame permitted
Parking
Brookshaw and Alma St pay and display car parks are within 5 minute walking distance.
Accessibility
Unable to find any information on accessibility.
Location
1.1 miles from Sheffield city center
40 miles from Manchester City Center
Nearest Train Station – Sheffield Station
Nearest Airport – Manchester Airport
Best For
The Chimney House is made for smaller weddings. It suits couples who want a warm, cosy, candlelit atmosphere rather than a huge, traditional venue but still want industrial vibes. The interiors are beautifully curated with reclaimed wood, soft lighting and industrial textures. It attracts people who appreciate good design, thoughtful styling, and a venue with real character and a 93ft red brick chimney.
99 Mary Street
It was originally part of Hawk Works, one of Sheffield’s historic cutlery and metalworking factories. Retaining lots of original features such as the red factory doors, exposed brick walls and concrete flooring, it’s a lovely industrial open plan space.
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99 Mary Street
Capacity
72 Seated
100 Reception
Catering & Suppliers
You can use your own suppliers
Good to Know
Licensed for weddings and civil partnerships
Biodegradable confetti permitted
Parking
The nearest car parks are Sydney st, Eyre St and Matilda St Car Park.
Accessibility
The venue doesn’t publicly list whether the restroom is wheelchair accessible, the entrance opens directly onto Mary Street, with no internal stairs to navigate once inside.
Location
1.8 miles from Sheffield city center
11.6 miles from Chesterfield City Center
Nearest Train Station – Sheffield Station
Nearest Airport – Manchester Airport
Best For
It suits couples who want closeness, warmth, and a “gathering of our favourite people” vibe. The space is made for smaller weddings so it’s perfect for people who care about aesthetics, the textures, the light, and the industrial history of the space.
Industrial Mill Wedding Venues in Derbyshire
The West Mill
Grade I Listed, former cotton spinning mill with a country vibe but a city location. Four floors of exclusive use, industrial-style space with exposed brick walls, cast iron columns and beams.
The West Mill
Capacity
160 seating in the Cotton Mill
60 guests in the outdoor ceremony space
Two On-site accommodations which can sleep up to 16 guests or 10 guests
Catering & Suppliers
In-house catering
No Corkage
You can also use your own suppliers
Good to Know
PA system on each floor
Dog Friendly
Confetti allowed
Exclusive use of the venue and grounds from 11:00 to 00:30
Parking & Accessibility
On-site parking
Accessibility notes – Fully accessible
Location
3 miles from Derby City Center
20miles from Nottingham City Center
Nearest Train Station – Derby Station
Nearest Airport – East Midlands Airport
Best For
Couples who love industrial style wedding venues with a minimalist aesthetic, with multiple floors its a great all in one venue which flows between the floors instead of moving in and out of the same area, with the option to go out into the gardens and by the river Derwent.
The River Mill
Part of the georgian‑era cotton-spinning mill complex dating back to the early 1800s. With a secret riverside ceremony spot in the garden.
The River Mill
Capacity
Dining – 60 guests
Reception – 130 guests
Outdoor Garden Capacity
Seated – 60 guests
Standing – 130 guests
On-site accommodation which can sleep up to 10 guests
Catering & Suppliers
In-house suppliers
Good to Know
Licensed for civil ceremonies
Exclusive use from 10:00 to 00:00
Biodegradable confetti is permitted
Pet Friendly
Parking & Accessibility
On-site parking
Accessibility notes – Fully
accessible
Location
3 miles from Derby city center
20miles from Nottingham City Center
Nearest Train Station – Derby Station
Nearest Airport – East Midlands Airport
Best For
Couples who want a venue with a modern industrial look with real history behind it, with the option to go into the garden by the river
Industrial Wedding Venues in Nottinghamshire
The Westgate Suites
A former Victorian textile mill with large Victorian windows. The Westgate Suite is an impressive space with beautiful cast iron windows on either side, high ceilings, bespoke lighting and a classic leather clad bar.
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The Westgate Suites
Capacity
80 guests seated
220 guests reception
Catering & Suppliers
In-house Catering – The Butchers
Good to Know
Licensed for civil ceremonies
Confetti is allowed
The Clifford Suite is the licensed intimate ceremony room
Parking
No on site parking
Closest Car park 1-2min walk – Clifford St / Westgate Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility notes – Both suites are located on the first floor. With a ramp available at the front door, a disabled toilet with baby change facilities and a lift for customer use.
Location
7miles from Nottingham city centre
12miles from Derby City Centre
Nearest Train Station – Long Eaton Station
Nearest Airport – East Midlands Airport
Best For
The Westgate Suites is perfect for modern, down‑to‑earth couples who want an industrial style, all‑in‑one wedding venue in the East Midlands without the premium price tag.
The Pumping House
A grade II listed Victorian building, the Pumping house has been beautifully restored. Full-length arched windows, iconic red bricks with a choice of spaces including access to the gardens
The Pumping House
Capacity
The Ollerton Room seats up to 110 guests
The Engine Hall seats up to 150 guests
Catering & Suppliers
In-house suppliers
You can also use your own suppliers
Bring your own booze
Good to Know
Licensed for civil ceremonies
Exclusive use from 10:00 to 00:30
Confetti is permitted
Fireworks are allowed
Pet Friendly
Open flames permitted
Parking & Accessibility
On-site parking
Accessibility notes – The pumping house is not fully wheelchair accessible
Location
20 miles from Nottingham
11 miles from Mansfield
Nearest Train Station – Shirebrook Station
Nearest Airport – East Midlands Airport
Best For
Couples who want an all in one venue, appreciate design, want space to move around. The Pumping House is all clean lines, exposed brick, tall windows, and beautiful architectural details. A venue with real visual impact.
The Mill at Hoveringham
An 18th-century watermill with a barn, stables a beautiful Georgian farmhouse and the riverside terrace. The barn has high ceilings, exposed beams, and original mill machinery.
The Mill at Hoveringham
Capacity
Threshing Barn seats 60 plus 20 evening guests
New barn seats up to 80
On-site accommodation included, sleeps 15
Catering & Suppliers
You can use your own suppliers
Good to Know
Barn, Farmhouse and grounds are Licensed for civil ceremonies
Confetti allowed
Pet friendly
Parking & Accessibility
On-site parking
Accessibility notes – Fully accessible
Location
11 miles from Nottingham City Centre
14 miles from Newark on Trent
Nearest Train Station – Lowdham
Nearest Airport – East Midlands
Best For
Couples who want rural and industrial, it’s an all in one venue with accommodation included.
Things to Know Before Booking an Industrial Style Wedding Venue
Industrial venues often come with more freedom, but also more decisions. Dry-hire spaces can offer creative control, while venues with approved suppliers reduce planning stress. Parking, acoustics and lighting are worth checking early, especially in older factory and warehouse buildings.
Ultimate Personalisation
Most industrial spaces act as a “blank canvas”. Unlike traditional venues with strict decor rules, these allow for complete creative freedom, from hanging large floral installations to setting up indoor food trucks.
Focus on the “Party”
The open-plan, often rugged nature of these spaces can lend itself better to a nightclub vibe with major sound systems and late-night dancing. Always check if there are noise ordinances or time restrictions for music?
Built-in Character
architectural details like exposed brick, steel beams, and concrete floors provide a textured, “effortlessly cool” backdrop that requires minimal additional decoration to look high-end.
Urban Convenience
Industrial lofts are frequently located in city centres, making them more accessible for guests via public transport and near a wider variety of hotels compared to remote countryside estates.
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