Business Details
10 Years
experience
Your Unique Wedding Venue in Northumberland
Northside Farm is a family-run wedding and events venue nestled within 70 acres of Northumberland countryside. Established in 2016, our estate offers exclusive three-day use of a converted barn, gin gang ceremony room, and landscaped grounds. We personally oversee every detail, from creating bespoke spaces like our flagstone courtyard and fairy-lit terrace to ensuring seamless guest experiences. Our no-restrictions policy allows couples to personalise weddings with unique elements like fireworks or pet participation.The venue includes luxury accommodation options such as glamping pods and fairy-tale cottages, all designed to provide a home-from-home atmosphere. With 24/7 access to spaces and amenities, we specialise in transforming visions into reality, whether intimate gatherings or grand celebrations. Our team combines generational farming knowledge with hospitality expertise to deliver unforgettable events in a natural setting.
Services
Wedding Venue
Glamping Pods
Holiday Cottages
Event Hosting
On-site Catering
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer exclusive three-day venue hire with 24/7 access for complete flexibility
- Our no-restrictions policy allows fireworks, pets, and late-night celebrations
- We personally manage every detail having built the venue ourselves
- We provide wheelchair-accessible glamping pods and bespoke accommodation options
- Our 70-acre estate offers uninterrupted countryside views with all-weather spaces
What people say
Amazing venue
Lovely staff
Beautiful place
Quick to respond
Perfect three-day celebration
Services
Wedding Venue
Our 70-acre estate offers multiple ceremony and reception options including a sandstone barn with underfloor heating, a circular gin gang with floor-to-ceiling windows, and landscaped lawns. The venue accommodates up to 250 guests with year-round usability thanks to heated spaces and covered outdoor areas. Couples enjoy exclusive three-day access for complete flexibility in planning their celebration.
Glamping Pods
Ten wheelchair-accessible timber glamping pods nestled in our orchard, each sleeping up to five guests. Features include private fire pits, designated parking, and access to shared laundry and bathroom facilities. Additional camping space available for tents and caravans when pods are fully booked, maintaining a rustic yet comfortable experience.
Holiday Cottages
Four custom-built fairy-tale cottages and one refurbished farmhouse cottage offering luxury self-catering options. The cottages sleep two people each with underfloor heating, while the farmhouse accommodates up to six. All properties provide comfortable stays with modern amenities, designed to complement the venue's rustic charm and natural surroundings.
Event Hosting
Exclusive three-day hire of the entire estate for weddings and corporate events. Includes access to multiple spaces like the barn, gin gang, courtyard with outdoor fireplace, and landscaped gardens. The no-restrictions policy allows custom setups including late-night celebrations, fireworks, and pet participation, with capacity for up to 250 guests.
On-site Catering
Customisable catering options for weddings and events, featuring locally-sourced ingredients. Our team works with couples to create bespoke menus or select from established options. The heated barn and outdoor spaces accommodate dining arrangements for up to 250 guests, with bar service available in a purpose-built area with panoramic views.
People
Olivia Lockey
Co-Owner
Co-founder of Northside Farm with her husband Ralph, Olivia transformed their family dairy farm into a wedding venue after their own 2016 wedding there. She personally oversees venue development and guest experiences.
Ralph Lockey
Co-Owner
Co-owner with Olivia Lockey, Ralph has been instrumental in converting the family farm into a luxury venue. His hands-on approach includes building the courtyard and adapting the gin gang into a ceremony space since 2016.
Questions
Can we have exclusive use of the venue?
Yes, we offer exclusive three-day hire of the entire 70-acre estate for weddings and events.
What accommodation options are available?
We provide ten wheelchair-accessible glamping pods and four fairy-tale cottages sleeping two people each, plus a farmhouse cottage for up to six guests.
Are there restrictions on wedding celebrations?
Our no-restrictions policy allows late-night parties, fireworks, and pet participation in your celebration.
Can we host winter weddings?
Yes, our heated barn and all-weather spaces make Northside Farm suitable for weddings year-round.
Is the venue accessible for disabled guests?
All glamping pods and key facilities are wheelchair accessible with designated parking and adapted bathrooms.
How many guests can you accommodate?
Our barn hosts up to 250 reception guests, with the gin gang and outdoor spaces providing additional ceremony options.
