The Home of Romance & Feasting

Perched on the historic waterways of Kelham Island Sheffield, The Chimney House is the location for joyous feasting celebrations of friends and family togetherness for up to 50 guests.

Fall in love with a Chimney House wedding. The flicker of candlelight, the bubbles of champers, we plan, arrange, style and host fabulous parties with a difference; perfect dining experiences and the most glorious celebrations imaginable!

We are worldwide famous for our love of feasting - perfectly social, exceptionally delicious and always abundant! Get caught up in our joy and revel in the delight of having your event planned to perfection. We will host your guests in the ambiently beautiful surrounds of our historic building amongst antiquities and curiosities.

The Chimney House is also licensed for Marriages and Civil Partnerships for up to 50 guests. Book your ceremony at The Chimney House and choose between The Chimney House or our sister venue The Mowbray for your wedding reception for a perfect day curated just for you with effortless style and ease.

We are delighted to be awarded in the prestigious UK Wedding Awards for ‘Best City Wedding Venue’ in the 2019 and in 2020 for The Best Historic Wedding Venue in the UK for 2020. 

 

A Note on our Menus

All of our menus are prepared in-house by our amazing chef team! Everything is baked and made fresh from our bread, cakes, cookies and desserts and we pickle, cure, roast and toast the finest ingredients from Sheffield and Yorkshire. 

We work 100% seasonally so sometimes we will need to change ingredients out for what is best and fresh - we’ll let you know if we need to tweak your chosen menu ahead of your event. We can cater for all dietary requirements - just let us know and we’ll make it happen! If you’d rather discuss a bespoke menu tailored to your event theme and guests - then we’d love to discuss that with you! 

Let's Celebrate!

Wedding Reception Hire Only - 2024/25

Wedding Hire of The Chimney House for your reception on any Saturday in 2024/25 is £1000 plus VAT for four hours. Weekday hire for your reception in 2024/25 is £800 plus VAT for four hours. Your menu choice is an additional price per head and extra hours over four hours is charged at £150 plus VAT per hour. Menu prices subject to change

Wedding Ceremony - Hire Only - 2024/25

The Chimney House is licensed for Marriages and Civil Partnerships for up to 50 guests. The ceremony hire is for two hours and is £800 plus VAT on a weekday and £1000 plus VAT on any Saturday.

Remember - you need to book your own registrar once you have confirmed a time with us! Book a Registrar HERE

Let us Look After Your Day and Night

We’d love to look after every detail for your day and evening between our two venues The Chimney House & The Mowbray...

Option One
Book your Wedding Ceremony and Wedding Feast at The Chimney House for 50 guests and Party at The Mowbray for up to 250 guests. Price on request. 

Option Two
Book your Wedding Ceremony at The Chimney House for 50 guests and head around the corner for a magnificent Wedding Feast at The Mowbray for 50 plus guests. Feel free to invite additional guests to The Feast (up to 150 if you like) and to your evening Party celebrations up to 250 guests.

The Chimney House Wedding Cake 

Each Chimney House Wedding Cake is magical. Freshly made 'on the day' in The Mowbray’s Kitchen it is a light as a dream ‘special recipe’ Victoria with layers of buttercream, delicious jam and indulgently divine. Our wedding cake is elegantly luxurious with a real Sheffield touch! We’ll even dress your cake with perfectly picked florals from one of our house florists for a wild gypsy hedgerow feel with cascades of romance and wanderlust. 

The Petit - a pretty stack of four perfect 8inch layers, perfect for smaller weddings
£150 - includes floral styling

The Classic - three tiers of delicious 6, 8, 10 inch Victoria with 3 layers of sponge per tier
£400 - includes floral styling

A Lovely Way To Start...

Celebration Nibbles - £8 per person plus VAT (minimum number 20)

Perfect to be served with your arrival drinks...A tasty little nibble ahead of your Wedding Feast!

House marinated olives (v, ve)

Habas Fritas - crispy fried broad beans seasoned with paprika (v, ve)

Halloumi & red peppers (v)

Preserved tomato & cheese puff pinwheels (v, g)

(v) = vegetarian (ve) = vegan (g) = contains gluten

Menu 1 - THE SHARING TABLE - £46 per person ex VAT - £55.20 inc VAT

Casual Italian feasting using some wonderful local and regional ingredients - take a closer look - our Sharing Table has some really lovely 'add on' options to really elevate the feasting status! 

ON THE TABLE

Mowbray-made rosemary & sea salt focaccia (v, ve, g)

Roast garlic aioli (v)

THE MAIN EVENT

Church Hill Farm chicken roasted with lemon garlic & thyme

For our vegetarian & vegan guests: Feta, spinach & chickpea filo pie (v, g)

SIDES TO SHARE

British potatoes roasted with rosemary & garlic (v, ve)

Salt baked celeriac with chicory, radishes & pickled fennel (v, ve)

Contorno: a side dish using the best of the season to complement your feast

TO FINISH

Please choose one dessert from our list below

(v) = vegetarian   (ve) = vegan   (g) = contains gluten

Menu 1.2 Extra Snacks! £49 per person (excluding vat) - £58.80 inc VAT

ON THE TABLE

Mowbray-made rosemary & sea salt focaccia (v, ve, g)

Marinated olives with rosemary & garlic (v, ve)

House-made ricotta (v)

THE MAIN EVENT

Church Hill Farm chicken roasted with lemon garlic & thyme

Roast garlic aioli (v)

For our vegetarian & vegan guests: Feta, spinach & chickpea filo pie (v, g)

SIDES TO SHARE

British potatoes roasted with rosemary & garlic (v, ve)

Salt baked celeriac with chicory, radishes & pickled fennel (v, ve)

Contorno: a side dish using the best of the season to complement your feast

TO FINISH

Please choose one dessert from our list below

(v) = vegetarian   (ve) = vegan   (g) = contains gluten

Menu 1.3 the 'Grande Gusto' Upgrade - £52 per person (excluding vat) - £62.40 inc VAT

A resplendent feast with some of our favourite Italian & Mediterranean flavours. The feast starts with some tasty snacks & small plates and rolls straight into a delicious centre piece.

ON THE TABLE

Mowbray-made rosemary & sea salt focaccia (v, ve, g)

Roast garlic aioli (v)

Aubergine caponata - smoky aubergine with tangy capers, basil & pine nuts (v, ve)

Charred & braised leeks with house-made ricotta & parsley (v)

THE MAIN EVENT

Church Hill Farm chicken saltimbocca - Derbyshire chicken wrapped in prosciutto & sage - cooked with marsala wine. With salsa verde.

 For our vegetarian & vegan guests: Feta, spinach & chickpea filo pie (v, g)

SIDES TO SHARE

Rosemary & garlic roast potatoes (v, ve)

Salt baked celeriac with chicory, radishes & pickled fennel (v)

Contorno: a side dish using the best of the season to complement your feast

TO FINISH

Please choose one dessert from our list below

(v) = vegetarian   (ve) = vegan   (g) = contains gluten

Menu 2 - HOUSE FEAST - £54 per person ex VAT - £64.80 inc VAT

Our House Feast is a representation of our favourite flavours from further afield - using local ingredients wherever possible and as more fresh produce comes available though the season. This menu is inspired by Argentine methods of cooking over the fire, with two hearty meat dishes to take centre stage on the table - a feast in every sense of the word!

ON THE TABLE

Cheddar & jalapeno cornbread (v, g)

Mowbray-made grilled flatbreads (v, ve, g)

Charred calcot & herb salsa (a tangy salsa with smoke & acidity from the burnt onions) (v, ve)

House made cremoso cheese (a soft cheese similar to ricotta) with fermented peppers (v)

These dishes will remain on the table as your mains are served!

THE MAIN EVENT

Derbyshire pork collar - seasoned with salmuera (a briny dressing that we brush the meat with as it grills). Dressed with chimichurri.

AND

British beef short rib - slowly braised with onions, dried chillies & prunes for sweetness 

For our vegetarian & vegan guests; Vegetable empanada, with chimichurri (v, ve, g)

SIDES TO SHARE

Ember roasted root vegetables with ‘Sardo’ style cheese - aged cow’s or sheep’s milk cheese (v)

‘Punched’ potatoes - British potatoes cooked over the fire - then smashed & roasted with wild garlic aioli (when available) (v)

One more side: a vibrant salad or side dish using the best of the available produce 

TO FINISH

Please choose one dessert from our list below

(v) = vegetarian   (ve) = vegan   (g) = contains gluten

Menu 3 - THE LADEN TABLE  - £60 per person ex VAT - £72 inc VAT

This is our signature menu and a real ‘food lovers’ Feast. The Laden Table  showcases the absolute best of the season. It includes some of our house made favourites and is by far our most popular menu and showcases what our chefs do best! It is an absolute treat for your guests - and epitomises a long lazy feast that goes so well with great guests and conversation! The Laden Table is also a complete feast for all of the senses as pretty as it is taste sensational! 

Early spring is often referred to as ‘the hungry gap’ - as the winter vegetables come to an end, but the new season produce is yet to start. This presents a challenge for the farmers (and our chefs!) - but is an opportunity to use the available produce as it comes & goes. Working with Organic North (based in Manchester) gives us access to organic farmers all over the UK & Europe. Depending on the weather (of course) there is an abundance of beautiful fish & shellfish available in our seas.

This menu is all about using the best produce we can get & creating unique menu for your event on the day - definitely the one for foodies! 

TO START

Mowbray-made rosemary & sea salt focaccia (v, ve, g)

Gordal picante olives (v, ve)

Beetroot with fermented Yorkshire rhubarb & ajo blanco (an almond & garlic sauce) (v, g, contains nuts)

Two more starters:

We’ll usually create one fish based starter and a meat or vegetarian dish - let us know if you have a preference.

Sample starters: Mackerel, sardines or red mullet - marinated with garlic & parsley / Fresh salmon crudo - lightly cured & dressed fresh fennel, lemon & olive oil / Grilled padron peppers & alioli / Air dried ham with walnuts & manchego

THE MAIN EVENT 

Yorkshire hogget leg - cooked ‘kleftiko’ style on the bone, with charlotte potatoes, oregano & lemon

Hogget is lamb which has been left to graze & grow a few months longer - so the meat develops more flavour.

For our vegetarian & vegan guests: Feta, spinach & chickpea filo pie (v, g)

SIDES TO SHARE

Charred calcot onions with roast red peppers, sherry vinegar & olive oil (v, ve)

Butter beans & Yorkshire chorizo or homemade pancetta - with ajillo (garlic & parsley) 

One more side: A vibrant salad or side dish using the best of the available produce

TO FINISH

Choose one dessert for your guests to share from the list below

(v)=vegetarian   (ve)=vegan   (g)=contains gluten

THE CHIMMEY HOUSE PUDDING MENU

This is our current selection of seasonal puds at The Chimney House - we’re mighty proud of our puddings...They always offer the right touch of indulgence and occasion to any style of dining event! 

Extra puddings can be added for £5 per person (excluding Vat) £6 inc VAT

PAVs

- our pavlovas are legendary (so we’re told) and a total crowd pleaser! 

Rhubarb & custard pav: Meringue with mascarpone, vanilla custard & Yorkshire rhubarb. Topped with sherry almonds (v, contains nuts)

Helene’s Pav: Cocoa meringue with hazelnut cream, roast pears, chocolate ganache & toasted hazelnuts (v, contains nuts)

Blackcurrant Beauty: Cocoa meringue with mascarpone & blackcurrants (v)

Favourites to share at the table

- (not sliced)

Basque cheesecake; crustless baked cheesecake, with a dark, baked top. With fresh passionfruit (v)

Caramelised pear flan; sponge base filled with cinnamon infused custard & topped with caramelised pears (v, g)

Sliced to share…

Dark chocolate & almond torta with creme fraiche and blackcurrants (v, contains nuts)

Blood orange & almond cake with greek yoghurt (v)

Jam Bakewell tart with clotted cream (v, g, contains nuts)

 (v)=vegetarian    (g)= contains gluten   (*) = can be made gluten free on request

Dietaries & Allergies: Some of our desserts can be made without gluten, on request - please ask. If you have vegan guests, or those who do not eat dairy or egg, the kitchen will make them their own dessert which is similar to your choice of pudding. If you have guests attending who have a nut allergy, we would advise choosing desserts which do not contain nuts, due to the sharing style of our feasts. 

CHEESE COURSES

The Chimney House Cheese Plate - £10pp plus vat (Minimum number 30)

A selection of 4 of our Kitchen’s most prized cheeses - including an English cheddar, Yorkshire Blue, a fantastic Goat’s Cheese & French Brie or Camembert. Served with all of the essentials -  biscuits, grapes, chutney & fresh figs (if available). Cheeses will be portioned ready for easy snacking!

OR

Choose your favourite for £6pp (plus vat) Served with biscuits.

Creamy Yorkshire Blue with Toasted Walnuts & Wildflower Honey

A mild & creamy blue cheese, made from Yorkshire Cow’s Milk by the girls at Shepherd’s Purse in North Yorkshire.

Tunworth & Roasted Grapes

Hampshire’s answer to Camembert, and don’t tell the French, but we think it’s even better. This cheese is still lovingly made by hand and offers a long lasting sweet & nutty flavour. The roasted grapes help to cut through the richness.

Artisan goat’s cheese, hard sheep’s & quince jelly

We’ll choose a stunning creamy goat’s cheese such as Dorstone, Cenarth or Golden cross and a nutty Sheep’s cheese such as Berkswell or aged Manchego- paired with sweet yet sharp and floral quince jelly. 

Artisan cheese plate & a glass of something special

Please get in touch about your bespoke cheese selection from Neal’s Yard Dairy, paired with a fantastic bottle Price £tbc - minimum order will apply. 

*Please note the cheese course must be taken by the whole party

 A Note On Dietary Requirements

At The Mowbray and The Chimney House we do our best to cater for any allergies or dietary requirements. In order to do this we ask that you provide full and thorough information in advance of your event.

When compiling this information please ensure your guests provide accurate information about their dietary needs. We need to know whether it is a severe allergy, a medical requirement or a preference so that we can make suitable adjustments. We may not provide a similar alternative where it is a preference, unless this can be catered for within the menu (see 'Plain Food' below). We will presume any dietary information given is correct and take it at face value.

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The Details

Menu prices subject to change
Prices are shown excluding and including VAT for your ease
VAT will be charged at the current rate

Included in the price...

Exclusive hire and bespoke styling of the whole of The Chimney House for four hours for your Wedding Feast/Reception and two hours for your Wedding Ceremony. 
Initial viewings
Pre-event chat one month before your wedding
Our ever attentive, expert team for your event
Seating plans, name cards, table decorations, guests gifts and favours. You bring them and we'll style and place them perfectly
Table styling and dressing with the House collection of candles and antiquities
Preparation and serving of reception drinks
Cloakroom service
Premium paper napkins, glass and tableware (we provide glassware for any seated event)
Filtered water on tables
Speaker system to play your tunes
Managing of onward travel plans, we’ll pre-book taxis to whizz you on to your next destination
Luxury bathroom amenities from Aesop

Wedding extras…

Additional venue hire - £150 plus VAT per hour
Cut flowers from our preferred supplier, antique holders and arranging - from £60
Tea and coffee - £2.50 per per person

 

Bar Service at The Chimney House

We’ve carefully curated a delicious wine and beer line up that matches our menus and makes life super easy for you. Simply pre-order with us when you confirm your final numbers and we’ll make sure that your wine and beer is served up perfectly for you to enjoy. We also have a selection of soft drinks. 

Check out our 'preorder' wine packages, punch bowls and cocktails

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The Good to Knows

The menus above are sample menus - your exact menu choices will be dependent on date
Menus can be served seated for up to 50
Any of our menus can be served at a time to suit your big day
Menus and prices will change seasonally and are valid for 6 months from your first quote
Use of our speaker system for your tunes, plug and play from your iPad, laptop or phone (we have a noise restriction after 10.30pm due to our residential area)
We don’t have facilities for a DJ, or space for a band, we can’t move tables mid-event
We close at 11pm and ask that you respect our residential neighbours and leave The Chimney House quietly
We can cater to all dietary requirements
Allergen information is available for all menus
Guest numbers and dietary requirements are confirmed 7 days before your event
We prefer BACS payments. 

We take the venue hire fee as a non-refundable deposit to secure your date - your deposit payment confirms your understanding and acceptance of our terms and conditions HERE

The Mowbray

Looking For a Bigger Space? Use our sister venue The Mowbray - just around the corner - a 10 minute stroll - in Neepsend. 

Luxuriously complete - The Mowbray team are experts in making it all happen for larger wedding parties between 40 and 250 guests. We look after everything from venue styling, table settings, floral abundance, food and consultations, bespoke cocktails and carefully curated champagne, wines and beers to create weddings and parties with soul. 

Our ethos for over a decade at The Chimney House has been 'let us look after you' and this forms the foundation of The Mowbray. We encourage you to luxuriate in the knowledge that time and style are on your side and we will attend to the smallest of details with creativity, flair and an understanding of simple beauty, elegance and a sprinkle of glamour. 

A few comments from some of our recent couples, and more testimonials HERE

“Thank you to Lucy and the team at the Chimney House and The Mowbray, from start to finish they were simply wonderful to work with and made planning a wedding from the opposite side of the world so much easier. The venues themselves are absolutely stunning and the perfect backdrop for the best day of your life.
Every mouthful of food, from the fist canape right through to our booze busters at 9pm was scrumptious, I wish I could eat it all again. The only thing that would have made our day even better, is if we could stop time and do it all over again.”

Nicola & Philip

“Having our wedding celebrations at The Chimney House was quite literally the best decision we've ever made.”

Lorna & John.

“We had always wanted a small ceremony and The Chimney House was perfect for this. Since the very beginning of our journey the whole team were incredible, offering us advice and support throughout. We had absolute confidence in the guys and they did not disappoint on the day.
All of our guests have commented on what a beautiful, intimate ceremony and meal it was and we feel truly honoured to have been hosted by The Chimney House. There is not a single thing that we would change about the day, which is surely the way it should be?! We will forever remember our day and still do not have words to describe our thanks to The Chimney House.” 

Heather & Gav

We’d love to help you with the smallest of details to make your wedding amazing! 

All best wishes,

The Chimney House Team