Bedern Hall

Bedern Hall Bedern Hall is nestled in the centre of York, and was once the dining Hall for the Vicars Choral of Come and meet the Vicars at York's hidden medieval Hall!
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Bedern Hall is the historic 14th century dining hall of the Vicars Choral of York Minster. We also operate as an events venue in the centre of York that can host a variety of events including wedding ceremonies and receptions and family celebrations. We are open regularly to visitors and residents alike and our courtyard cafe provides a retreat from the busy nearby streets. Bedern Hall Company ope

rates as a Non-Profit; so when you hold an event with us the charges you pay go straight back into the preservation of the Hall. So not only can you enjoy your day with us, but you will also be helping to allow others to do so in the future. Our small but professional team, led by Hall Manager Elly Richmond, will take care of arrangements; this is our business and it’s important to us that your event is a success. Bedern Hall is pleased to support a number of local heritage, cultural, charitable and voluntary sector organisations. By providing such groups with affordable meeting space and helping them organise events we help our City to grow. These groups include Shopmobility York, York Design Awards, York Festival Trust (York Mystery Plays), York Shakespeare Project, Association of Voluntary Guides.

Hi everyone, just a reminder that Bedern Bairns will NOT be taking place this week, but the cafe will still be open as u...
08/07/2025

Hi everyone, just a reminder that Bedern Bairns will NOT be taking place this week, but the cafe will still be open as usual! We look forward to welcoming you!

Our cafe, sunny courtyard and shady garden terrace are open Wednesday Thursday and Friday this week. Soak up the sun in ...
08/07/2025

Our cafe, sunny courtyard and shady garden terrace are open Wednesday Thursday and Friday this week. Soak up the sun in the centre of the City!

No Bedern Bairns, tomorrow 9th July due to a long- booked private event. Bairns welcome back on the 16th July from 10.30...
08/07/2025

No Bedern Bairns, tomorrow 9th July due to a long- booked private event. Bairns welcome back on the 16th July from 10.30am to 1pm

Here’s Eddie celebrating his 1st birthday at Bedern Bairns yesterday! We’ll return next Wednesday and every Wednesday a...
26/06/2025

Here’s Eddie celebrating his 1st birthday at Bedern Bairns yesterday! We’ll return next Wednesday and every Wednesday across the summer. That’s right! We don’t close for school holidays!

🐿️ Bedern Bairns reminder 🐿️Thank you to everyone who came to last week's session and we're looking forward to seeing pa...
24/06/2025

🐿️ Bedern Bairns reminder 🐿️

Thank you to everyone who came to last week's session and we're looking forward to seeing parents and little ones again! A reminder that Bedern Bairns will be on tomorrow from 10:30 to 1pm. It is a drop-in session so there's no need to queue you can come and go at any time!

📍Bedern Hall, York, YO1 7AL
🕦 DROP IN 10:30 - 1pm
🍰 Hot drink + cake offer £6

Make the most of the warm weather with the first of our Bedern Sessions events. Relax on our outdoor terrace, grab a bit...
16/06/2025

Make the most of the warm weather with the first of our Bedern Sessions events. Relax on our outdoor terrace, grab a bite and a drink with live acoustic music by . Come down Friday 20th June for the perfect start to a summer weekend.

📅 Friday 20 June
🕠 5:30–8:30pm | Drop-in no booking needed (space is limited - come early for a guaranteed seat)
📍 Bedern Hall, York
🧀 Bar & nibbles available

Summer evenings at Bedern Hall ☀️Join us for the very first of our Bedern Sessions – a relaxed evening where you can cha...
13/06/2025

Summer evenings at Bedern Hall ☀️
Join us for the very first of our Bedern Sessions – a relaxed evening where you can chat, eat, and drink while listening to Emily Lawler - musician play live. Bring your friends and enjoy some after-work sunshine in one of York's historic venues.

📅 Friday 20 June
🕠 5:30–8:30pm | Drop-in no booking needed (space is limited - come early for a guaranteed seat)
📍 Bedern Hall, York
🧀 Bar open & nibbles available

🐿 Introducing: Bedern Bairns 🐿 Looking for a relaxed, buggy-friendly spot in the centre of York to meet up with other pa...
12/06/2025

🐿 Introducing: Bedern Bairns 🐿

Looking for a relaxed, buggy-friendly spot in the centre of York to meet up with other parents and let the kids play? Bedern Bairns is your new go-to! Every Wednesday we’re opening up Bedern Hall as a safe, spacious drop-in space for parents with pre-schoolers. Unlike crowded cafés, there’s room to park your buggy, a cosy floor-play area with toys, and no pressure for little ones to sit still in high chairs. Parents can enjoy a special cake and coffee offer, while toddlers tuck into tasty treats from our Bairns’ Bites menu. Pop in after playgroup or for a mid-morning breather – everyone’s welcome!

📍 Bedern Hall, York, YO1 7AL
🕙 Drop in every Wednesday from 10:30 to 1pm
🍰 Hot drink + cake offer £6

Unwind After Work with Live Music at Bedern Hall!Soak up the summer vibes at our first Bedern Session on Friday, 20th of...
06/06/2025

Unwind After Work with Live Music at Bedern Hall!

Soak up the summer vibes at our first Bedern Session on Friday, 20th of June! Featuring beautiful acoustic sets by Emily Lawler. Whether you're heading out with friends or just looking to relax after work, it's the perfect way to spend a summer evening in the heart of York.

📆Friday, June 20th

⏰5.30 p.m. - 8.30 p.m.

📍Bedern Hall, York - No booking needed, just drop by (Space is limited - come early to grab a spot.)

Please note that Bedern Hall will be closed today. However, all pre-booked events will still go ahead as planned, so if ...
30/05/2025

Please note that Bedern Hall will be closed today. However, all pre-booked events will still go ahead as planned, so if you're booked in — we’ll see you then!

We apologize for any inconvenience, but we thank you for your understanding.

Did you know?🏛️ Bedern Hall is home to the York Butchers' Gild. The Gild was founded in 1272 and claims continuous membe...
27/05/2025

Did you know?

🏛️ Bedern Hall is home to the York Butchers' Gild.
The Gild was founded in 1272 and claims continuous membership since its formation.

👥What did the Gild do?

In the past, the Butchers, in common with the other Gilds, played a key role in the governance of the City, in the maintenance of trade standards and in the training of apprentices. Charitable and religious occasions were, and are, important.

👉Gild membership gradually fell throughout the 18th and 19th centuries until there was just one member left in 1940. However, since then, new members have been sworn in thus the Gild can claim continuous membership since its medieval roots.

Did you know?🏛️ Bedern Hall is home to the Gild of Freemen of the City of York. The Gild was founded in 1953 for the ben...
25/05/2025

Did you know?

🏛️ Bedern Hall is home to the Gild of Freemen of the City of York. The Gild was founded in 1953 for the benefit of Freemen and to uphold the vows of Freedom.

👥What is a Freeman?
In medieval England, a 'Freeman' was someone who was not the property of a feudal lord. In York, as in many other cities, a man had to become a Freeman before he was allowed to trade or become a master craftsman. He also became a member of his trade guild.

👉Today, the Gild promotes the good reputation of the City, acts as guardian in protecting and developing the traditional rights of Freemen, preserves the custom of caring for the welfare of Gild Freemen, operates a benevolent fund, subscribes to charitable causes and provides a range of social activities.

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Wednesday 10:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday 10:30am - 3:30pm
Friday 9am - 11pm

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