Group Visits

Bedern Hall is a welcoming medieval refectory in the heart of York. It was formerly the home of The Vicars Choral of York Minster, and now is a Guildhall for 3 of York’s ancient Guilds as well as a splendid venue for meetings, weddings and dining. Our central location makes us ideal as a base from which to tour the City.

Group Events at Bedern Hall

Learn about the Vicars’ lifestyle and the things they left behind.

  • Discover the story of the restoration of the Hall
  • View our amazing scissor beamed roof
  • Find out what a Cordwainer did and perhaps trace your family tree
  • Talks and guided walks by specialists available
  • Cafe and catering options available

Minimum 15, maximum 40 group size. Suggested donation of £3.00 per person to the Hall.

Some sample menus and ideas for your group:

Traditional roast beef lunch £32.00 per person (Min. 30 people)

  • Served with Yorkshire pudding and seasonal vegetables
  • 2 course lunch with choice of dessert including coffee or tea

Bedern Afternoon Tea Buffet £18.95 per person

  • Assorted smart sandwiches
  • Fruit scones with clotted cream & preserves
  • Choice of cakes
  • All baked in-house
  • Tea or coffee

Finger Buffet Selection £16.95 per person

  • Assorted smart sandwiches
  • Selection of savoury pastries and finger foods
  • Choice of dessert
  • Coffee or tea

Seasonal Soup and Sandwich £12 per person 

Pay Bar available

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THE VICARS’ FEAST

We are very lucky that The Kitchen Books belonging to The Vicars Choral have survived to this day. They give a fascinating insight into the day to day lives of the Vicars and what they ate.

Drawing inspiration from these original receipt books we have created The Vicars’ Feast.

SO…

The year is 1402 and you are invited to dine by candlelight with the Vicars Choral…

3½ hours hire of the Hall (7:00pm – 10:30pm)
Welcome by costumed staff & special talk about the hall
Welcome drink (mulled wine or mead )
Medieval seated three-course meal including complimentary drinks*
Medieval background music
A half bottle of wine per person, plus jugs of juice and water will be provided with your meal

Prices for request.

We can provide musicians and story tellers at extra cost and put you in touch with costume hire so that you can have the full medieval experience!

CALL US ON 01904 646030 to discuss your visit.

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