Kirkgate at York Castle Museum
About this space
Enter the past and celebrate your event on Kirkgate, our beautifully recreated Victorian street at York Castle Museum. With its warm glow from antique streetlamps, this fascinating space offers a setting like no other.
With storefronts with both historic architecture and historic goods, this is a one-of-a-kind place for memorable events. The space accommodates elegant dinners and receptions, with room for approximately 120 guests. Wedding receptions and ceremonies are also welcome and our venue will make your wedding one for everyone to remember! Kirkgate brings a unique charm that turns any occasion into a truly memorable experience.
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- Prohibited Items & Decorations:
- No real candles or helium balloons inside the venue. Battery-operated candles are recommended.
- No pyrotechnics, including fireworks, sparklers, and sky lanterns.
- All decorations must be approved by the York Venues team in advance.
About York Castle Museum
York Castle Museum is a venue like no other, combining history with character. Located in two Grade I listed buildings-former prisons with centuries of stories-our venue offers a dramatic setting in York.
The highlight is Kirkgate, our recreated Victorian street. Guests can have dinner and celebrate among charming shopfronts. Beyond Kirkgate, the museum has a variety of unique spaces showcasing York’s rich social history.