With one of the largest Pakistani communities in the UK, Bradford has a host of wedding venues suitable for Asian weddings, and we’ve pulled out the very best.
Some of the elements we’ve looked at are Bradford venues with a large capacity, authentic south Asian catering options and experience accommodating the unique requirements of Asian weddings - such as hosting multi-day events for Mehndi, Baraat and Walima, for example.
Read our top finds below to discover the perfect venue for your Asian wedding.
Don’t forget to book your Bradford wedding car hire!
Capacity: up to 1000 guests
We’re starting the list with the ultimate Asian wedding venue in Bradford. HQ Banqueting Suite is a huge space that’s ideal for Asian weddings with lots of guests.
They prioritise making your wedding dreams come true: whatever custom features, entertainment options and extras you can think of, they go above and beyond to make it happen.
Photo from HQ Banqueting website
It’s located in central Bradford, not far from the Bradford Interchange for relatives or friends that are coming in by train or bus and is extremely well reviewed.
The team at HQ Banqueting Suite include wedding planners that are experienced in planning and hosting South Asian weddings, including weddings for Sikh, Hindu and Muslim couples.
They have a huge array of ways to personalise and decorate the venue including indoor fireworks, lavish lighting and even a Jalebi stand. Plus, they offer a wide selection of catering options for different South Asian foods.
They also have prayer rooms available to make the venue fully accessible.
Find out more: HQ Banqueting website.
Wedding car pairing: With so many guests, you’ll need to make sure yourselves as well as your close family are made to feel special! You can travel in this state-of-the-art Mercedes S-Class while your family rides in comfort in a super luxury Hummer limousine.
Capacity: 300 guests
The Great Victoria Hotel has a smaller capacity than some of our other Bradford Asian wedding venues. However, it can still fit a good number of people!
Built in the 1800s, they have five function rooms that showcase period architecture for a sense of grandeur. They also include beautiful decor, such as chandeliers.
Image from The Great Victoria Hotel website
It’s located in Bradford city centre, a 5 minute walk from the Interchange and a 7 minute walk from Centenary Square and the mirror pool. It’s very easy to get to for your guests. Being a hotel, they have a range of rooms available for guests who need to stay over multiple days.
They are experienced in hosting Punjabi, Bengali, Gujarati and Pakistani weddings, with specialist catering for countries throughout South Asia.
Find out more: Victoria Bradford weddings
Wedding car pairing: Travel to your venue in the truest comfort in this Rolls-Royce Phantom. It includes all the top amenities you would expect from Rolls Royce. For example, it has air con for summer weddings or heated seats if you’re having a winter wedding.
Capacity: 550 guests
Cedar Court Hotel is a 4-star hotel that makes for a fantastic Asian wedding venue in Bradford. With a large capacity of up to 550 people in their Cedar suite, they are experienced hosting multi-cultural weddings.
They have a dedicated events manager that will help to plan and coordinate every aspect of your wedding from the food to the decor.
The Cedar Court Hotel is in the Newhall area of Bradford, south of the city centre. It’s easy to drive to from all areas of Bradford, as well as for friends and family driving in from around the UK. For those coming in from international flights, it’s just a couple of hours by train from Manchester Airport and just an hour from Leeds Bradford Airport.
With their large event suite and ability to customise everything - from the food to the decor - it’s a great choice of venue.
Find out more: weddings at Cedar Court Hotel
Wedding car pairing: This white and silver Rolls-Royce Ghost is a stunning wedding car available to hire in Bradford. It would look fantastic rolling up to the entrance of the Cedar Court Hotel.
Capacity: Up to 450
The Midland Hotel has a stunning grand ballroom that can accommodate up to 450 guests, ideal for Asian weddings. With high ceilings, chandeliers, and gorgeous large windows that let light pour in, it’s a lavish and luxurious venue choice.
Image from the Midland Hotel’s wedding brochure
They have experience hosting events for Sikh, Hindu and Muslim weddings including: Mehndis, Nikah, Walima, Shaadi, Misri, Milni and Vivaah Sanskar. This includes dry wedding options.
The Midland Hotel is right in Bradford city centre, within walking distance of the train station. Any guests travelling in from other cities, or even from abroad, will have easy access to the venue. As a hotel, they have plenty of rooms for your family and friends to stay in over the course of your wedding events.
Find out more: Midland Hotel website
Wedding car pairing: A classy venue deserves a classy car. This stunning Austin Princess Limousine is perfect for the bride and groom. It’s a beautiful 1960s luxury car model that’s very popular with weddings thanks to its class and style.
Capacity: 1200
The Madisson is one of our favourite Asian wedding venues in Bradford, capable of hosting large numbers of guests. They have a dedicated Mehndi hall for pre-wedding celebrations and a Nikah hall for Muslim wedding ceremonies.
Overall, it’s contemporary, lavish and luxurious - the ideal spot for any Asian wedding.
Photo of the Mehndi hall from The Madisson’s website
The team at the Madisson have over 25 years combined experience in specialist Asian catering and events management. They are tried and tested organisers of Asian weddings and on hand to ensure your celebration is exactly how you want it.
Unlike many of our other Bradford venues, the Madisson is purpose built for weddings and events. This makes it one of the most flexible and accommodating venues on our list.
Find out more: The Madisson website
Wedding car pairing: With such a huge number of guests, you’ll need to make sure your immediate family is well taken care of. Our Mercedes party bus is the ideal way for family members to travel to the venue in comfort and style. Alternatively, if you want something more head-turning, an American Hummer limousine would certainly fit the bill!
If you’re looking for a luxurious and spacious Asian wedding venue in Bradford, we’re sure one of these would be perfect. Don’t forget to hire your wedding car in Bradford too!