AN ancient building now used as a wedding and conference venue is set for a £15,000 upgrade.

Bedern Hall Company, which has been managing Bedern Hall in York since 1980, has acquired the property from City of York Council and plans to improve the facilities.

The 14th-century hall has historic links with York Minster and was used as a dining hall for the College of the Vicars Choral which ohnce occupied the area.