The Old Kitchens
Birdsall, North Yorkshire
A Place to Party
The Old Kitchens at Birdsall offer a striking contrast to the refined elegance of the house above. Once the working heart of the estate, this hidden subterranean space has been transformed into an opulent, prohibition-style speakeasy filled with character. Velvet textures, moody lighting and secret rooms create an immersive environment that feels both intimate and high-energy.
Perfect for private celebrations, creative events or as a distinctive corporate party venue. The space is wonderfully flexible, equally suited to weddings, milestone celebrations and evenings filled with music and free-flowing cocktails. As guests descend from above, the atmosphere shifts effortlessly into lively celebration – the ideal spot to relax, dance and enjoy a night filled with laughter and frivolity.
Perfect for private celebrations, creative events or as a distinctive corporate party venue. The space is wonderfully flexible, equally suited to weddings, milestone celebrations and evenings filled with music and free-flowing cocktails. As guests descend from above, the atmosphere shifts effortlessly into lively celebration – the ideal spot to relax, dance and enjoy a night filled with laughter and frivolity.
Birthday parties & Milestone events
A distinctive and atmospheric setting for celebrations of every style, from elegant milestone parties to relaxed gatherings with friends and family. This speakeasy-inspired space brings a hint of Gatsby glamour to the party, creating the perfect backdrop for any occasion.
Whether you’re planning an intimate celebration centred around drinks in the bar and snug, or after a spirited late-night party on the dancefloor, the space adapts beautifully to suit your occasion. With music, dancing and plenty of room for guests to mingle, every event here becomes unforgettable.
Whether you’re planning an intimate celebration centred around drinks in the bar and snug, or after a spirited late-night party on the dancefloor, the space adapts beautifully to suit your occasion. With music, dancing and plenty of room for guests to mingle, every event here becomes unforgettable.
Corporate events
The Old Kitchens can be enjoyed as a standalone destination for your event or paired seamlessly with the refined state rooms of the main house. For corporate away days, the house offers elegant event rooms, ideal for meetings, presentations and focused discussions – making Birdsall one of the most inspiring business meeting venues and corporate event spaces in Yorkshire.
As the day blends into night, guests can move downstairs to The Old Kitchens, where the atmosphere becomes warmer, more relaxed and sociable, making it perfect for informal drinks, team bonding or live music, positioning it among Yorkshire’s most memorable venues for corporate parties. The shift in mood helps teams unwind and spend meaningful time together.
As the day blends into night, guests can move downstairs to The Old Kitchens, where the atmosphere becomes warmer, more relaxed and sociable, making it perfect for informal drinks, team bonding or live music, positioning it among Yorkshire’s most memorable venues for corporate parties. The shift in mood helps teams unwind and spend meaningful time together.
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Testimonials
The Old Kitchens is an unbelievable venue. There are so many great break out spaces and snugs. The cocktail lounge is just gorgeous. It catered to all our guests. The drinks and food were exceptional and everything went to so smoothly thanks to Cara and the team.
Victoria, Corporate Party
From the very beginning we knew we had picked the right place to celebrate our big birthdays. Cara, Harriet and the team are wonderfully welcoming and so organised. We knew we were in safe hands. It was a night we will never forget. Thank you for making it so special
Nicole & Charlie, Joint Birthday
We had the best time celebrating in the Old Kitchens. It’s such a unique, fabulous space. The drinks flowed, the music popped and the dancing was quite frankly hilarious!! A great night had by all! Our guests are still raving about it! We can’t thank Cara and the team enough for their warmth, organisation and for understanding what makes a great party
Matt, Anniversary Party
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Planning your event
Meet the events team
At Birdsall, our dedicated events team is on hand to guide you through every stage of your event. From your first visit to the final moments of your celebration, they offer thoughtful expertise, calm reassurance and a deeply personal approach, ensuring each detail is carefully considered and seamlessly delivered.
Harriet
Harriet oversees all private hire events with warmth, clarity and dedication. She is warm, welcoming and highly organised, guiding each celebration with care and calm professionalism. Her hard work and thoughtful planning ensure every detail is considered. Whether hosting weddings, corporate gatherings or private visits, she goes above and beyond when creating memorable and brilliantly run occasions for every guest.
Nicki
Nicki brings her background in media and television production to Birdsall with energy and imagination. She oversees PR and is developing a new programme of events to welcome more people to the house. Organised, positive and full of enthusiasm, she has a wonderful can-do attitude that brings ideas to life with ease and joy.
Cara
Cara leads Birdsall with warmth, creativity and a thoughtful eye for detail. Cara lives at Birdsall House with her family and organises the tours and events, taking time to understand each couple or client, offering calm guidance and genuine care throughout the planning journey. Her approach is welcoming, personal and rooted in creating celebrations that feel meaningful and beautifully memorable.
