Wedding photography and film at Towneley Hall

Towneley Hall is a country weddings venue in Lancashire, set within 240 acres of parkland on the edge of Burnley, with a 14th-century manor house at its heart.

A 14th-century manor house set in 240 acres of parkland on the edge of Burnley, Towneley Hall combines centuries of continuous habitation with art-gallery interiors, formal gardens, and the broad Lancashire landscape that surrounds it on every side.

We are genuinely drawn to places where history has had time to settle into the walls, and Towneley Hall has centuries of it, from its art-gallery interiors to its formal gardens and the wide, open Lancashire landscape beyond. For photography and film, that combination of grand architecture, natural parkland and ever-changing northern light makes for a richly varied backdrop across any part of the day. It is exactly the kind of venue we would love to bring a couple's story to life in.

Frequently asked questions about Towneley Hall

What is it like to get married at Towneley Hall?

Getting married at Towneley Hall means exchanging vows in a building that has been continuously inhabited since the 14th century, surrounded by 240 acres of parkland on the edge of Burnley. The art-gallery interiors bring a real sense of history and character to proceedings, while the formal gardens and the broad Lancashire landscape offer a natural backdrop that feels genuinely different from a purpose-built venue. It is the kind of place where the setting does a lot of the talking, and couples tend to feel that weight of history as something special rather than something intimidating.

How does the mix of indoor and outdoor space at Towneley Hall work for wedding photography and videography?

A venue like Towneley Hall gives photographers and videographers a lot to work with, combining grand historic interiors with open parkland and formal gardens that stretch in every direction. The art-gallery rooms offer beautiful ambient light and architectural detail, while the 240 acres outside mean there is always space to find a quieter, more intimate moment away from the main celebrations. For us as a team, that variety across a single site is exactly what we look for, because it means the visual story of a wedding day has real texture and contrast throughout.

Can we book Big Day Productions to photograph and film our wedding at Towneley Hall?

Absolutely, and Towneley Hall is a venue we would genuinely love to be part of. If you are planning your wedding there, get in touch with us and we can talk through what we offer, how we work on the day, and how our photography and videography packages might suit your plans. We cover weddings across the North West and beyond, so Burnley and the surrounding area is well within our range.

What makes Towneley Hall stand out as a country wedding venue in the North West?

Very few venues in the North West can offer the combination of a genuinely ancient manor house, art-filled interiors and 240 acres of Lancashire parkland all within a single setting. Towneley Hall has been continuously lived in since the 14th century, which gives it an authenticity that is hard to replicate, and the landscape that surrounds it on every side means the countryside feels like a natural part of the day rather than a backdrop bolted on. For couples who want history, character and open space without travelling far into the countryside, it sits in a rare category of its own.

Are there places to stay near Towneley Hall for a wedding?

Burnley itself has a range of accommodation options to suit different guest needs, from hotels in the town centre to smaller guesthouses in the surrounding area. It is worth asking the venue directly for any recommendations they make to couples, as they will have the most up-to-date knowledge of what works well for wedding parties. Planning ahead and giving guests a shortlist early tends to make the logistics much smoother, particularly if you have people travelling from further afield.

How do we get to Towneley Hall on our wedding day?

Towneley Hall sits on the edge of Burnley, which is well connected by road and has its own train station, making it reasonably straightforward for guests travelling from across the North West and beyond. For those driving, the parkland setting means there is typically good space around the venue, though it is always worth confirming parking arrangements directly with the hall. If you are coordinating transport for a large group, local taxi and private hire services in Burnley are a practical option for shuttling guests between the venue and their accommodation.