1 photosImages not verifiedThe Blue Lion is a charming 18th-century Georgian coaching inn situated in the heart of Leyburn's historic Market Place in the Yorkshire Dales. This traditional hotel combines period character with modern amenities, offering comfortable accommodation, award-winning dining, and versatile meeting spaces. The venue features elegant function rooms suitable for conferences, meetings, weddings, and private dining events, with capacity for up to 100 guests. Located in Wensleydale, it provides an ideal base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales National Park while offering convenient access to local transport links.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Function Room | 80 | — | 30 | 45 | 35 | — | — |
| Private Dining Room | 30 | — | 16 | 20 | 18 | — | — |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire, Basic AV.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Day delegate packages and room hire rates available on enquiry. Wedding and event packages available.
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59 Market Place, Leyburn, DL8 5AS, United Kingdom
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The Blue Lion is a verified hotel & restaurant in Leyburn, hosting up to 100 guests, with day delegate rates from £100. Its genome scores highest for Historic, Corporate, Accessibility. Verified on-site: wi-fi, food & catering, bedrooms, accessibility. Best suited to memorable events in a heritage setting.
Best for: memorable events in a heritage setting, corporate conferences and board meetings, fully accessible events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Up to 100 guests for dining events, flexible seating arrangements available
Basic AV equipment available, Wi-Fi throughout venue, additional equipment can be arranged
Full restaurant catering services, extensive menu options, dietary requirements catered for
On-site parking available, additional street parking nearby
The Blue Lion is a charming 18th-century Georgian coaching inn situated in the heart of Leyburn's historic Market Place in the Yorkshire Dales. This traditional hotel combines period character with modern amenities, offering comfortable accommodation, award-winning dining, and versatile meeting spaces. The venue features elegant function rooms suitable for conferences, meetings, weddings, and private dining events, with capacity for up to 100 guests. Located in Wensleydale, it provides an ideal base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales National Park while offering convenient access to local transport links.
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