The Arboretum Trust

Kew at Castle Howard

Private Functions in the Arboretum

Nestled in the Howardian Hills just 25 minutes north of York The Arboretum Trust’s John Simmons Centre provides a spectacular and unique location for your party, conference, exhibition or wedding reception. The beautiful green oak and glass building can accommodate up to 60 people for a sit down meal and up to 80 for a buffet or drinks event. Larger numbers can be accomodated in a marquee.

The Arboretum Trust can provide:

  • Unique setting with access to the beautiful 150 acre arboretum
  • Dedicated centre manager to assist with the set up and smooth running of your event
  • Licensed bar
  • Marquee hire available
  • Wedding Car hire available
  • Access to caterers who can provide a wide range of food from a full meal to a finger buffet or pig roast.

For more information please contact our Centre Manager either by phone on 01653 648598 or email

Formal meal
Drinks reception
Exhibition
Centre used for lectures
Disabled parking with level access to the centre
BBQ by the lake Concert
Large and small marquee by the Arboretum Lake

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