1 photosImages not verifiedPaxton House is a magnificent 18th-century Palladian mansion set in 80 acres of grounds overlooking the River Tweed. Built in 1758, this National Trust property features the largest collection of Chippendale furniture in Scotland and houses the National Gallery of Scotland's collection of paintings. The house offers several elegant reception rooms for events, including the Picture Gallery, Drawing Room, and Victorian Dining Room. The extensive parkland and walled garden provide beautiful settings for outdoor events and wedding photography. Located just 5 miles from Berwick-upon-Tweed, the venue combines historic grandeur with modern facilities, making it ideal for weddings, corporate events, and cultural gatherings.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Picture Gallery | 80 | — | 30 | 40 | 25 | — | — |
| Drawing Room | 40 | — | 20 | 24 | 18 | — | — |
| Victorian Dining Room | 30 | — | 16 | 18 | 14 | — | — |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Room hire rates vary by season and day of week. Wedding packages available. Catering through approved suppliers. Garden and grounds access included.
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Paxton House, Paxton, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 1SZ, United Kingdom
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Paxton House is a verified historic house & gallery in Berwick-upon-Tweed, hosting up to 120 guests, with day delegate rates from £580. Its genome scores highest for Historic, Creative, Networking. Verified on-site: wi-fi, food & catering, accessibility. Best suited to memorable events in a heritage setting.
Best for: memorable events in a heritage setting, creative off-sites and product launches, receptions and networking events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Up to 120 guests for seated events, 150 for standing receptions
Professional AV equipment available including projection and sound systems suitable for presentations and events
Full catering services available with menu options ranging from formal dining to buffet style
On-site parking available for approximately 50 vehicles, additional parking nearby
Paxton House is a magnificent 18th-century Palladian mansion set in 80 acres of grounds overlooking the River Tweed. Built in 1758, this National Trust property features the largest collection of Chippendale furniture in Scotland and houses the National Gallery of Scotland's collection of paintings. The house offers several elegant reception rooms for events, including the Picture Gallery, Drawing Room, and Victorian Dining Room. The extensive parkland and walled garden provide beautiful settings for outdoor events and wedding photography. Located just 5 miles from Berwick-upon-Tweed, the venue combines historic grandeur with modern facilities, making it ideal for weddings, corporate events, and cultural gatherings.
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