The Arches at Dean Clough
The Arches lit up at night, seen through a tall arched mill window

Good to know

Questions, answered

The things couples ask us most. If your question is not here, send us an enquiry, and we will give you a clear and transparent answer.

Planning and flexibility

Making it yours

How flexible are you, really?

Very. We are free of rigid templates and are happy to say yes. Bring your own suppliers and your own flow of the day, and we will build the day around you.

Can we bring our own suppliers?

Of course! We have a recommended suppliers list to make the planning journey easier, but you are more than welcome to source others that you don’t see on it.

If we want a specific drink, can you accommodate it?

Yes. We can source anything you would like served at your wedding.

Is food cooked in-house?

Yes. Our in-house Kitchen Team, True North, caters every wedding, and every couple gets a one-to-one tasting to choose the menu.

The day itself

The ceremony and the party

Do you have a late licence?

Yes! With no noise restrictions, so the party runs as late as you like rather than stopping when you are told to.

How many guests can you accommodate?

Up to 200 for your ceremony and wedding breakfast, and up to 350 for evening celebrations.

Can we host our ceremony at The Arches?

Yes. We are licensed for indoor civil ceremonies for up to 200 guests. Registrars are arranged through Calderdale Register Office.

Do you offer smaller or twilight weddings?

Yes. Our Late Afternoon and Evening Reception packages are built for fewer guests and a later start.

Getting here

Practical bits

Is parking free?

Yes. Parking is free during evenings and weekends.

Are you accessible?

Yes. The venue is fully accessible, with designated parking right in front of the door.

Do you allow pets?

Yes! We are proudly a pet-friendly wedding venue.

Do you offer on-site accommodation?

The venue does not have its own bedrooms, but Dean Clough is central in Halifax with a choice of hotels close by.

Candles glowing against a Yorkshire stone wall at The Arches

Still wondering?

Ask us anything

Or come and see the place for yourself. We are happy to talk through every detail.