36 Small Wedding Venues For Your Intimate Wedding

Want to keep your wedding on the down-low, or do you only want to invite the VIPs of your phonebook? No sweat! Intimate weddings are becoming increasingly popular nowadays and more small wedding venues are appearing, as many engaged couples decide to have the company of only their nearest and dearest friends and family for their special day.

We’ve chosen our favourite small wedding venues that cater for cosy, intimate weddings for around 60 guests or less – so sit back, relax and enjoy these small yet incredible spaces! If you want to look at more venues like these, go to Bridebook.co.uk’s Wedding Venue Search and click the ‘Intimate‘ filter.

The best UK venues for an intimate wedding

Quickly discover our top intimate wedding venues in this video brought to you by Bridebook’s experts. We also cover our top tips and tricks to help you know what to look for when you’re searching for your dream wedding venue. 

1. Three Daggers Microbrewery, Wiltshire Wedding Venues

Three Daggers Microbrewery an intimate wedding venue in the uk

Surrounded by brewing casks and contemporary oak beams, you could say your vows in this super quirky venue. Three Daggers Microbrewery is perfect for hosting your intimate wedding breakfast too, with fine wines and their own ales offered to wash down your feast.

 

2. George Vaults, Kent Wedding Venues

 George Vaults a small wedding venue in the uk

George Vaults is an absolutely stunning 14th Century venue that is steeped in history, but also has a touch of modern elegance. The entire venue has 3 floors and many different function rooms, but this small and cosy space is our favourite setting in one of the most intimate wedding venues in the uk.

3. Brickhouse Vineyard, Devon Wedding Venues

bride stands in front of brickhouse vineyard wedding venue

Just 20 minutes from Exeter, you’ll find Brickhouse Vineyard, a unique place that provides a beautiful setting for an intimate or more traditional ceremony, overlooking a stunning vineyard. Your guests will be amazed by the views of the Devon countryside.

4. Hidden River Cabins, Cumbria Wedding Venues

 Hidden River Cabins set up for a wedding ceremony

Fancy a log cabin wedding overlooking the Cumbrian countryside? Hidden River Cabins is a small, unique venue where you can celebrate with up to 50 of your closest friends and family within the oak framed reception room. The photo opportunities are endless here!

5. Elizabethan House Museum, Norfolk Wedding Venues

Elizabethan House Museum ready for a wedding ceremony

Built in 1596, this gorgeous merchant’s house has two beautiful ceremony rooms and the romantic courtyard garden for you to celebrate your nuptials! The wood-panelled Dining Room at the Elizabethan House Museum can seat 25 guests for an intimate quayside wedding.

6. The Lost Village of Dode, Kent Wedding Venues

The Lost Village of Dode, an intimate wedding venue set up with hay and christmas trees for a wedding ceremony

Now, this is cosy! You and up to 42 of your guests can enjoy this totally unique Medieval venue, The Lost Village of Dode. Create an incredibly romantic ambience for your wedding using the original historic features and candlelight to your advantage.

7. Trevor Hall, Denbighshire Wedding Venues

Trevor Hall dining room

This Welsh wonder is Trevor Hall, an early Georgian Grade I-listed private stately home in a secluded area of countryside. The red brick structure caters for intimate weddings of 30 guests, where you’ll be served the finest cuisine and can feast like Kings and Queens in the historic Dining Room.

8. Turk Launches, London Wedding Venues

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Cruising the Kingston Upon Thames is this intimate venue, The Turk Launches. It seats 86 guests (or less if you fancy a more spacious boat trip!) Each boat is spacious with and features an outside deck, bar, dance floor and comfortable seating, making this a totally memorable experience for all involved. If you’re looking for small wedding venues in London, this could be the one!

9. The Pilgrims Rest, East Sussex Wedding Venues

The Pilgrim's Rest, a small wedding venue set up for a wedding ceremony

600 years old and oozing with historic charm, this setting is definitely easy to fall in love with. Walk the aisle of The Pilgrim’s Rest in front of your nearest and dearest before sitting down to a cosy candlelit dinner. You can thank us later!

10. Plan-It Earth, Cornwall Wedding Venues

Bride and groom sit outside Plan-It Earth, a small wedding venue in the uk

Want a super intimate natural wedding in a unique location? Plan-It Earth is a sacred place situated beside an ancient holy well where you can be at one with nature while you exchange vows and banquet alfresco with 25 guests. You can’t get more up close and personal than intimate wedding venue.

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11. Scaplen’s Court, Dorset Wedding Venues

Scaplen's Court dining room ready for wedding dinner

With period features running through this spectacular venue and a gorgeous garden to explore, Scaplen’s Court is definitely a gem of Dorset. Use it as a blank canvas to put your own romantic spin on your intimate wedding, and take advantage of the Dorset scenery for your photographs!

Getting married in the winter? Check out our favourite winter wedding venues in the UK!

12. St Mary’s Space, Argyll & Bute Wedding Venues

St Marys Space an intimate wedding venue in the uk

No matter how small your guestlist, St Mary’s Space can cater for you. Get away from it all in this unique Scottish venue, where the owners can be your witnesses if you don’t want the pressure of family and friends present. The mountain backdrop makes it that bit more stunning, too!

13. Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel, Scotland Wedding Venues

Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel

Keeping with the Scottish theme, one of our smallest capacity venues is Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel. Fitting only 28 of your VIP’s, this venue also boasts a luxury hotel with an adjoining restaurant, and not forgetting the 360-degree views over the coast.

14. Temple Guiting Manor, Gloucestershire Wedding Venues

Temple Guiting Manor

Original beams, contemporary decor, gorgeous bedrooms and award-winning gardens – that’s what is in store for you when you enter these Cotswold stone buildings. Temple Guiting Manor screams luxury with a twist of historic ambience. Oh and…the outdoor hot tub!

15. The Old Vicarage Boutique Wedding Venue, Nottinghamshire Wedding Venues

The Old Vicarage Boutique Wedding Venue

Boutique by name, boutique by nature! Nestled in the historic town of Southwell, the niche of this spectacular venue is – you’ve guessed it – intimate weddings! With plenty of outdoor space and stunning interiors, your Nottinghamshire wedding venue visits are not complete until you’ve seen The Old Vicarage.

16. Pekes Manor Estate, East Sussex Wedding Venues

Pekes Manor Estate

Pekes Manor Estate is a Tudor house overlooking gorgeous lakes and perfectly preened gardens in Sussex. Invite 30 guests to watch you tie the knot in this historic setting, and then party the night away with your evening guests in a glorious marquee on the lawns.

17. Lawrence Castle – Haldon Belvedere, Devon Wedding Venues

Haldon Belvedere

The Georgian Lawrence Castle of Haldon Belvedere is what dreams are made of! This hilltop beauty offers views of land and sea for miles around, not to mention plenty of magical charm for your intimate fairytale wedding. If you’re into Castle Wedding Venues, travel on a horse to this venue and you’re set!

18. 170 Queen’s Gate, London Wedding Venues

 170 Queen's Gate

Enough grandeur and class for an elegant wedding; yet cosy and homely enough for a private gathering with your loved ones. The Capital’s 170 Queen’s Gate is a luxurious Victorian townhouse with a beautiful Courtyard Garden where you can sip on bubbly to your heart’s content.

19. The Garden Station, Northumberland Wedding Venues

The Garden Station

Get up close and personal with your guests at this old and charming railway station. You and 25 others can celebrate at this intimate setting with a delightful afternoon tea, followed by a walk around the wild gardens. The Garden Station is simply splendid!

20. Tudor House & Garden, Hampshire Wedding Venues

Tudor House & Garden

Walk down the aisle at Tudor House & Garden in the intimate Georgian Room before having celebratory drinks in the 11th Century open-air King John’s Palace. Have photos against a backdrop of rustic stone structures and lush gardens on the most important day of your life.

21. The Lord Crewe Arms Hotel, Northumberland Wedding Venues

 The Lord Crewe Arms Hotel

Delicious local country food and fine wines are on the menu at The Lord Crewe Arms Hotel, which is just perfect for a low-key event. The Guesthouse is just as impressive, boasting rustic structures and glowing fires throughout. Be sure to enjoy your favourite tipple at the Medieval vaulted bar ‘The Crypt’ as well!

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22. Burgh House, London Wedding Venues

Burgh House

Burgh House is a 300-year-old oasis where you can escape the hustle and bustle of Central London. Gather in the cosy Library until you’re ready for a feast in the wood-panelled Music Room – unless you and your small group of guests fancy a gander at the art gallery instead!

23. Lower Barns, Cornwall Wedding Venues

Lower Barns

Right next to the Cornish coast lies Lower Barns, a quirky yet simply stunning barn venue catering for just 20 people. With accommodation for you and your guests right on its doorstep, this venue is boutique and personal at the same time. Just make sure that your pooch is at the top of your guest list for this one!

24. Star Castle Hotel, Cornwall Wedding Venues

Star Castle Hotel

Dine by candlelight at Star Castle Hotel, situated on the Isles of Scilly, for one of the most romantic and intimate experiences of your lifetime. The castle’s unique shape of an 8-point star has glorious sea views and easy access to golden beaches  – this 16th Century gem is a winner in our eyes!

25. Queens Head Inn, Northamptonshire Wedding Venues

 Queen's Head Inn

On the banks of the River Nene sits the Queen’s Head Inn, a warm and cosy pub setting it seems from the outside. However, the interiors are a treasure waiting to be found – it boasts 3 reception rooms of varying sizes, each of which is ideal for more intimate weddings.

26. Solus A Chuain, Highland Wedding Venues

Solus A Chuain

 You might have to cut down your guestlist for this one, as only 10 people can board this unique venue – but we’re sure it would be worth it! Solus A Chuain, based on the Isle of Skye, is a luxury yacht setting allowing you to get away from the mainland and sail into the horizon.

27. The Petersham Hotel, London Wedding Venues

The Petersham Hotel

Richmond’s glorious Petersham Hotel is the epitome of luxury and class, as this Victorian venue offers views of the Thames and award-winning cuisine. Dine with 30 of your guests before taking to the marble floors to see your wedding day out with a bang! Check out more Hotel Wedding Venue in the UK!

28. Great Tangley Manor, Surrey Wedding Venues

Great Tangley Manor

Dating back to 1016, Great Tangley Manor seats only 14 guests in it’s ceremony settings for the ultimate personal wedding experience. This moated manor house promises a historic warm welcome and a totally unique backdrop in the Surrey countryside.

29. The Papermill Lasswade, Midlothian Wedding Venues

The Papermill Lasswade

The Papermill, a small riverside restaurant, could be just the place you’re looking for. This contemporary yet casual venue is perfect for an intimate wedding breakfast if the focus is on fab food, friendly service and enjoying the company of your guests.

30. The Brewers Inn, London Wedding Venues

Brewer's Inn

The service at The Brewers Inn is famed for its personal touch, alongside the incredibly versatile space for an intimate and casual wedding reception. With a wine barrel feature wall and plenty of other nooks and crannies to explore, the secret Cellar Bar is a gem waiting to be discovered.

31. Nash Point Lighthouse, Vale of Glamorgan Wedding Venues

Nash Point Lighthouse

Nash Point Lighthouse is the only working lighthouse in the British Isles – and you could have your wedding here! Squeeze into the lighthouse tower for an up close and personal experience with your guests, while taking in the magnificent views of the coast. This is also one of the best unusual wedding venues in the UK!

32. The Bridge Hotel, London Wedding Venues

The Bridge Hotel

From an informal drinks reception in the bar to a more grand affair in the Westminster Suite, The Bridge Hotel seeps character and charm for your intimate celebrations. The lucky people on your guestlist will be able to sample this venue’s fine food and drinks, ensuring it will be a memorable day for all.

33. Manor Hill House, West Midlands Wedding Venues

Outdoor ceremony set up at the manor hill house.

Interested in an intimate wedding venue? Look no further! Located in the rural setting of the Worcestershire countryside, the Manor Hill House is the perfect place for you. The exclusive venue offers you the flexibility and freedom to make this space whatever you want!

Whether it is a small, private wedding, or a large, luxurious one, you can choose between 4 different reception rooms and accommodate as many guests you want! The choice is yours!

34. Knightor Winery, Essex Wedding Venues

Happy couple confetti shot at Knightor Winery

Weddings and wine bring people together. In this small wedding reception venue, you can combine both and still have a memorable ceremony. Knightor Winery is a gorgeous Vineyard and the perfect location for wine lovers!

You can choose to have an outdoor ceremony overlooking the pond and the gorgeous countryside or you can tie the knot in the traditional stone barn if you are interested in a smaller ceremony. Either way, rest assured, you will have the time of your life!

35. The Glasshouse Hotel, Edinburgh Wedding Venues

Newlyweds kiss on the balcony of The Glasshouse Hotel

The Glasshouse Hotel in Edinburg is the perfect mix between the traditional and contemporary style. Once home to the Lady Glenorchy Churchill, this venue will make you feel like you’re a lord or lady yourself, with all the modern edge of the 21st century.

The perfect small wedding ceremony venue, you can tie the knot on the terrace or you can exchange your vows on the two-acre roof garden in front of your guests. The choice is yours!

36. Marsham Court Hotel, Dorset Wedding Venues

Dining room at the Marsham Court Hotel, with pink and purple lighting and a skylight.

Want a venue that is both beautiful AND affordable? The Marsham Court Hotel is the place for you! Located on Bournemouth, Dorset, you can count on the staff and the wedding coordinator to satisfy your every need. Y

ou can also select different packages with cheap prices that offer you all the extras you want! Red carpet? Check! Sea view? Check! The Marsham Court Hotel is here to show you that you don’t need to be a millionaire to feel like a million bucks, while still being one of the most intimate wedding venues on the list!

If none of these small wedding venues lives up to your fantasies, there’s plenty more where they came from! Simply head over to Bridebook.co.uk’s Wedding Venue Search and click the ‘Intimate’ filter.

No need to stop there either – be sure to utilise our other brilliant planning features including the wedding guestlist, wedding budget and wedding checklist. Don’t be the Bride- or Groom-zilla that gets lost in pages of to-do lists! Don’t forget you can also get Bridebook for free on your phone, for planning on-the-go!

Happy planning!

36 Best UK Unique Wedding Venues

It really can be hard to find a venue that sticks out from the rest – trust us! From barns to manor houses to mills to the truly weird and wonderful – we’ve found all the most unique wedding venues – all to make your wedding day planning a little bit easier. You want unique? You’ve got it!

And if you fancy searching some more, head over to our Wedding Venue Search and click ‘Unique’ in the filters for some more one-of-a-kind venues!

1. Weddings at QMUL, London Wedding Venues

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Weddings at QMUL is a book lover’s dream! The Octagon’s stunning backdrop consists of seemingly infinite shelves of colourful books and unique high ceilings for a spacious and inspiring wedding day. If you are looking for a unique wedding venue, this could be the one!

2. Shoreditch Studios, London Wedding Venues

Shoreditch Studios wedding venue

If you are looking for a city wedding in a contemporary venue, Shoreditch Studios is the perfect place. This Warehouse is totally unique, and you will fall in love with the design of the place.

3.The Wellbeing Farm, Greater Manchester Wedding Venues

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One of our favourite rustic venues is a totally unique llama farm! The Wellbeing Farm is an eco-friendly and animal-focused setting where your guests sit on hay bales and llamas with bow ties feature in your wedding photos – what else could you want for a more memorable day?

4. Marleybrook House, Kent Wedding Venues

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Not only is Marleybrook House a beautiful 17th Century farmhouse, but it holds an incredibly unique secret – it’s own vintage fayre! You and your guests can be transported back in time by enjoying classic fairground rides in the most gorgeous countryside setting.

5. South Farm, Cambridgeshire Wedding Venues

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Alongside South Farm‘s rustic barn buildings and Grade II listed farmhouse lies quirky Romany caravans and plenty of camping space for any adventurous guests! Throw cute piglets and a ride on a rickshaw in the mix, and you’re sure to be celebrating in the most unique way possible!

Check out more lovely farm wedding venues in the UK!

6. RSA House, London Wedding Venues

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Nothing can rival the elegance of this totally unique venue – the RSA House oozes a combination of Georgian luxury and contemporary features with stunning artwork. You almost won’t believe that this gem is situated in the midst of the Capital’s West End!

7. Busbridge Lakes, Surrey Wedding Venues

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Boasting it’s own valley, 3 lakes and an array of venues, Busbridge Lakes is one-of-a-kind. It is home to one of the largest collections of water birds and plenty of gorgeous gardens to explore in this countryside oasis.

8. The Lowry, Greater Manchester Wedding Venues

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This contemporary arts venue stands tall with incredible views over Manchester and is definitely a wow factor wedding venue. The Lowry contains a circular Compass Room, so no view is obscured during your day. It really is an architectural wonder of the North!

9. SIREN Liverpool, Merseyside Wedding Venues

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This unique city venue in the heart of Liverpool is another of our favourite’s at Bridebook.co.uk! SIREN is a cool, contemporary setting perfect for your wedding reception with magnificent views over the hustle and bustle, while the adjacent outdoor area is ideal for a casual celebration.

10. East Quay Venue, Kent Wedding Venues

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This rustic seaside wedding venue, neighboured by it’s own private shingle beach, is a totally unique choice. East Quay Venue produces their own fresh oysters that you and your guests can enjoy, before taking to the dancefloor alongside the fish tank DJ booth!

11. Le Petit Chateau, Northumberland Wedding Venues

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Want a little Meditteranean in your UK wedding? Le Petit Chateau is a French-inspired country manor that really gives a meaning to ‘unique’ with a ceremony in the Belle Epoque room, followed by sipping bubbly in the secret Meditteranean Garden. If this has awakened your interest in Manor House Wedding Venues, look here!

12. Achnagairn Castle, Highland Wedding Venues

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Scotland’s Achnagairn Castle boasts a stunning ballroom with vaulted ceilings, beautifully designed bedrooms and a totally exclusive experience with a magical backdrop. The mantra here is ‘Escape the ordinary’, so you’re in for a super unique wedding venue here.

Discover more royalty-worthy castle wedding venues here.

13. The Little Theatre Cinema, Somerset Wedding Venues

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Gather round film-lovers and cinema fanatics! Believe it or not, you can actually get married at The Little Theatre Cinema in Bath, while your guests watch a bespoke film of the happy couple on the big screen! This is the venue for you if you want to inject some retro cinema vibes into your special day.

14. London Rowing Club, London Wedding Venues

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Quite possibly a rower’s dream – As the oldest club in the world and dating back to 1856, London Rowing Club sure is a quirky choice of wedding venue. Expect magnificent views over the River Thames and even a rowing boat on the ceiling!

Looking for something even more original? Check out some of our top unusual wedding venues here! 

15. Cley Windmill, Norfolk Wedding Venues

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If you’re after a one-of-a-kind intimate wedding in an idyllic location, Norfolk’s Cley Windmill may be just the thing! With magnificent views from the circular sitting room, access to the nearby self-catering cottage and full use of the gorgeous grounds, we’re sure you’ll love this venue!

16. Stanbrook Abbey Hotel, Worcestershire Wedding Venues

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Among the special features of Stanbrook Abbey Hotel are boutique rooms, grand architecture and a spectacular lake. But there’s no doubt that the main attraction at this unique venue is the incredible Callow Great Hall with stained glass windows and glorious high ceilings.

17. The Enchanted Manor, Isle of Wight Wedding Venues

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This is the ultimate fairytale venue for anyone who has dreamt of being a prince or princess! The Enchanted Manor offers a Dining Room or Garden ceremony, after which you can play out the rest of your dream day in this quirky setting.

18. Maunsel House, Somerset Wedding Venues

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Breathtaking, romantic and full of character – Maunsel House is one you won’t forget. Acres of parkland, lakes and orchards greet you to this Somerset beauty, while the interiors ooze historic charm and 13th Century inspiration.

19. Chateau Rhianfa, Isle of Anglesey Wedding Venues

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With panoramic views over the Welsh Snowdonian mountains, the Grade II listed Chateau Rhianfa is an architectural wonder. Offering a unique Wine Cave, glorious Banqueting Hall and endless lavish interiors, this is a venue with the ‘wow’ factor!

20. The Battleaxes, Somerset Wedding Venues

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The Gothic revival style of this spectacularly unique venue dates back to 1838. The Battleaxes hosts gorgeous chandeliers, mismatched chairs and original wood panels for a homely setting with a difference.

21. Paradise By Way Of Kensal Green, London Wedding Venues

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Paradise is a chic and trendy venue with quirky decor and an ambience to match in London’s ‘cool’ Kensal Green area. We’re sure you’ll be pleased with every nook and cranny you explore within this splendid city space!

22. The Cloisters, Hertfordshire Wedding Venues

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Built as an open air school in 1907, the Grade II listed Cloisters structure is an incredible one. Say your vows in the stunning Temple before enjoying a feast in the Banqueting Hall for a distinctive wedding day that will stay in your guest’s memories for years to come.

23. Sopley Mill, Dorset Wedding Venues

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What could make a more idyllic setting than the picturesque surroundings of Sopley Mill? Sat above the Avon Millstream and spread across 3 floors with original windmill features still present, this unique venue gives out a rustic yet simply stunning feel.

24. Pheasantry Brewery, Nottinghamshire Wedding Venues

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Listen up, beer lovers! On a rustic farm setting lives the super modern micro-brewery of Pheasantry Brewery. Exposed brick interiors, a stunning outdoor ceremony set up and of course traditionally brewed beers lay in wait if you choose this distinct venue for your celebrations.

25. The Ravenswood, West Sussex Wedding Venues

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The Ravenswood, the gorgeous countryside venue of Sussex, boasts an impressive manor house, 18 acres of stunning landscape and even a unique outdoor pavilion in which you can tie the knot! This 15th Century gem will definitely set your wedding day apart from anyone else’s.

See more breathtaking outdoor wedding venues in the UK!

26. Aikwood Tower, Scottish Borders Wedding Venues

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Oozing medieval charm with over 500 years of history, Aikwood Tower also ties in a contemporary style with the classic castle look. This intimate Scottish venue features rustic stone walls beside modern white staircases and romantic fairy lights to give you the unique feel you’re looking for.

27. Tall John’s House, Powys Wedding Venues

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This gorgeous manor house in the rolling countryside of Wales is definitely a memorable venue! Tall John’s House combines rustic original features with 21st-century fittings, plus the rear courtyard houses ‘The Coachman’s’ – a unique place for you and your partner to spend your wedding night.

28. The Fan Museum, London Wedding Venues

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Greenwich’s Fan Museum is as distinctive as you can possibly get! Go oh-so-British with an intimate afternoon tea in the airy Orangery, where Georgian architecture and elegant decor is at it’s finest. Not forgetting the gardens, where you can peruse the fan-shaped flowerbeds!

29. Brickwall House, East Sussex Wedding Venues

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First opened in 1666, Brickwall House prides itself on it’s period features, a distinct exterior look and gorgeously preened grounds. From an intimate celebration to an extravagant marquee bash with 300 guests, this one-of-a-kind venue is sure to please whatever your plans are.

30. De Vere Tortworth Court, Gloucestershire Wedding Venues

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Your fairytale wedding day wouldn’t be complete without having considered De Vere Tortworth Estate. This magical, grade II-listed set of buildings are truly a sight to behold – the light-filled Orangery dates back to 1874 and offers a spacious feel for your ever-important aisle walk.

31. Bembridge Sailing Club, Isle of Wight Wedding Venues

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Picturesque Bembridge Harbour is home to this wonderfully unique, waterside venue. Sailors, this is one for you! Founded in 1886, Bembridge Sailing Club boasts panoramic views of the surrounding Isle of Wight, interiors flooded with daylight and perfect boardwalk photo opportunities.

32. Hillbark Hotel, Cheshire Wedding Venues

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Named the UK’s smallest 5-star hotel, Hillbark Hotel is somewhat a Tardis of venues! It’s distinct exterior will impress, but as you walk inside and experience the Grand Hall, you’ll realise it’s a lot more spacious than you ever thought. Add on a glorious marquee and plenty more rooms filled with historic charm – and you’re set for your unique wedding day!

33. Tullyglass House Hotel, County Antrim Wedding Venues

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This Northern Irish gem is steeped in local history and has close connections with horse racing and the production of Whiskey (you can even sample some at the venue!) With a new luxurious wedding suite opening this spring, Tullyglass House Hotel is definitely the place to be if you want that little bit of lush in your life.

Are you dreaming of getting married in a venue like this? Check out more hotel wedding venues in the UK! 

34. Tuddenham Mill, Suffolk Wedding Venues

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This eye-catching venue was built in 1775 and has truly seen its share of changes. Originally a working Mill, it is now a stunning 4-star boutique hotel with a 3aa rosette restaurant AND a wedding venue that has been kept as close to its original state as possible, whilst being taken into the modern day. Running water and natural vibrancy are the order of the day at Suffolk’s Tuddenham Mill.

35. Wold Top Brewery, East Riding Of Yorkshire Wedding Venues

Tables set up with unique beers.

At Wold Top Brewery, you can make your wedding day into anything that sparks your creativity. With stunning gardens and two sites for your marquee, tipi or yurt, this unique setting is the perfect backdrop to your wedding! And the funnest part? You will have your own beer label and clip pump! You and your guests will have the best time if you chose this venue.

36.National Museum of the Royal Navy, Hartlepool Wedding Venues

Newlyweds inside a ship at the National Museum of the Royal Navy.

If you’re looking for a one of kind place to tie the knot, the National Museum of The Royal Navy is a great choice! With gorgeous spaces, you can have your ceremony and seamlessly move on to your party. This venue is also quite flexible, and you will be able to add your unique touches to the decor. You and your guests will have an unforgettable day at this beautiful venue.

So there are our top 33 unique venues – we sure have fallen in love with them all! Don’t worry if you’re not the biggest fan – head over to our Wedding Venue Search and click ‘Unique’ in the filters for some more distinct venues. 

Once you’ve got your venue down, don’t forget to plan the rest of your day the simple way – through Bridebook.co.uk! Use our following features so all of your plans are in one place:

Happy planning!

73 Amazing Wedding Venues in the UK

Looking for venue inspiration for your upcoming wedding? Look no further!  Bridebook.co.uk (your go-to wedding venue finder) has compiled a list of the most amazing wedding venues in the UK.

Browse the list below, and click the links to explore them more. You can even message each of these beautiful venues asking for some more info! 

While you’re in wedding venue wonderland, be sure to personalise your wedding venue search with the filters that matter to you.  Set your filters to “Luxury” or “Lovely Grounds” or “Castle” to see some jaw-dropping wedding venues near you, or set your filters to “Rustic and Barn” or “Exclusive Use” for some beautiful and heartwarming options.  The variations are endless!

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Barn Wedding Venues

The Keeper and The Dell, a wonderfully secluded, outdoor wedding venue in Norfolk, is a beautiful collective of a traditional canvas marquee located in a pretty woodland dell, an 18th-century Gamekeeper’s barn, camping gardens, firepit and wood cabin. This is one the most amazing wedding venues in the UK!

Caswell House, the Cotswolds, offers a unique ambience with the perfect mix of rustic romance surrounded by breathtaking scenery, stunning barns and exclusive use of the immaculate grounds.

Askam Hall is a country house hotel in Cumbria, brought into the 21st century, with a converted barn featuring rustic oak ceilings and stone walls paired with modern lighting and beautiful glass doors. This is one of our favourite glass house wedding venues. 

Ever After, a unique outdoor wedding venue on the banks of a Dartmoor river, showcases an open-sided oak and stone barn, glass-roofed outdoor rooms, a bespoke marquee, and an 18th-century luxury honeymoon cottage.

River Cottage is a 65-acre organic farm tucked amongst rolling hills on the Dorset and Devon border, offering the beautifully restored Threshing barn, the famous farmhouse, a yurt and walled gardens for use on your special day.

South Farm, the perfect setting for a quintessential English Country Wedding in Hertfordshire, is home to a lovingly restored Grade II listed house, beautiful Tudor barn and lovely summerhouse set in stunning gardens.  Guests will enjoy prize-winning menus utilizing produce grown on-site.

Doxford Barns is a truly unique barn-wedding venue, located in the heart of coastal Northumberland on a private and secluded country estate.  The best part…exclusive use to you and your guests spread over three days!

Packington Moor is set within a 700-acre livestock farm in Staffordshire and includes The Malt Barn and The Oat Barn, farm-to-table wedding meals, a restored honeymoon suite and a nearby Coach House for additional lodging.

Check out the 31 most beautiful barn wedding venues in the UK!

Beaches/Coastal Venues 

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Carbis Bay, a modern British boutique hotel located on the coast in Cornwall, is set within a 125-acre estate with sub-tropical gardens and a private beach.

Tunnels Beaches is a stunningly unique location found on the Devonshire coastline, featuring a hand carved tunnel through a cliff leading to a stone terrace overlooking a hidden private beach. 

Angel House, a Grade I listed Regency Town House in East Sussex, has a stunning seafront location right on Brighton and Hove border overlooking the Angel Peace statue out to sea.

Artists Beach House, with original arts and crafts detailing, is situated just above Tankerton Beach and a short walk from the fashionable fishing town of Whitstable in Kent.  The Whitstable Street, a geophysical phenomenon, located below the property offers a stunning backdrop.

Titchwell Manor, steps from the golden beaches of Norfolk, is a Victorian manor with secluded walled gardens, log fires, spacious contemporary bars and lounges, beautiful dining room and outdoor terrace.

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Castle Wedding Venues

Sudeley Castle & Gardens was once home to Henry VIII’s final wife, Catherine Parr.  Experience the royal treatment in this historic Tudor castle in its’ own Cotswold valley, in Gloucestershire.

Lough Eske Castle is a fairytale five-star refurbished castle-hotel located in Ireland outside of Donegal Town.

Aikwood Tower, a unique Scottish castle five-star wedding venue outside of Edinburgh, is the perfect marriage of ancient and modern.

Fasque Castle, one of the top country house wedding venues in Scotland, has a unique blend of opulence and comfort with a choice of large reception rooms, exclusive use bar, 19 luxurious bedrooms and a high-spec dining kitchen with adjoining terrace.

Amberley Castle is a genuine medieval castle in West Sussex, with stone walls, 12 acres of gardens (with peacocks and alpacas!) and tower views of the nearby village.

See our top picks for castle wedding venues in the UK!

City Wedding Venues

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The Gainsborough Bath Spa occupies two Grade II listed buildings with distinguished Georgian and Victorian facades originally built in the 1800’s and situated in Bath a World Heritage Site.

The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa, a luxury wedding venue in a Grade I listed building in the heart of Bath, boasts an all-new Wedding Garden for use on your special day.

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London Wedding Venues

The Bingham, tucked away by the river in Richmond-upon-Thames, this chic London boutique hotel is a romantic destination with a contemporary and elegant interior.

Brunswick House has become a central London landmark.  Inside its lofty Georgian interior, the panelled rooms are packed with salvaged curiosities, magnificent chimneypieces, brilliant cut glazed entranceways, sparkling chandeliers and beautiful antiques in each room.

The Dolls House, located in London a stone’s throw from Islington Town Hall, makes a spectacular setting for any wedding reception offering a truly unique and glamorous location.  

Fulham Palace, a one-of-a-kind historic London wedding venue, is situated in a beautiful riverside location with sumptuous gardens, a private chapel and multiple versatile and elegant event spaces.

Hotel Café Royal, located in the heart of London, features The Pompadour Ballroom that is ornately gilded and beautifully restored, offering an outdoor terrace with views of Regent Street.

Weddings at QMUL is a brand new venue providing a unique setting for a wedding day like no other! They offer flexible spaces for the perfect wedding in London.

The Lanesborough is moments from Knightsbridge, Buckingham Palace and Hyde Park in London.  This hotel’s flawless surroundings are the very definition of a fairytale wedding venue.

Rosewood is in the heart of London just steps from Covent Garden.  Guests arrive through an archway that opens into a grand Edwardian courtyard, offering the perfect start to your memorable day.

The Savoy, a Fairmont-managed five-star hotel, is one of the most celebrated of London landmarks featuring the iconic Lancaster Ballroom and various private entertaining spaces.

St James’s Hotel & Club, a five-star boutique hotel located right in the heart of Mayfair, London, offers the opportunity for you to host an intimate wedding fit for royalty.

The Trading House, a Victorian space with an eclectic feel in the heart of London, features a grand central bar, incredible tapestries and taxidermy, and reimagined retro dishes.

The Zetter Townhouse is a 13-bedroom eclectic Georgian townhouse with an award-winning cocktail lounge, choice of event spaces, and bespoke food and drink menu located on the historic St John’s Square in London.  

Manor, Country House and Orangery Wedding Venues

Manor & Country House Wedding Venues

Hedsor House is a stunning exclusive use Georgian mansion with over 100 acres of private parkland, located in Buckinghamshire just a short distance from London.  Take advantage of the 24-hour stay over party option, your guests will love the nightclub lighting and cocktail bar, a great twist on the traditional décor.

Foxhill Manor, a private manor-house hotel, is one of the Cotswolds’ most amazing wedding venues.  The highlight being The Ballroom, which opens directly onto a terrace and gardens with amazing views of the Vale of Evesham.

Pynes House is an exclusive use, a country house in Devon set on its own 37-acre park.  Steeped in history, it is believed to have inspired Barton Park in Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility.

Gosfield Hall, a stunning Georgian manor house in the glorious Essex countryside, offers grand and ornate reception rooms, Queen Charlotte’s Gallery with a 120-foot long aisle and Marquis of Buckingham’s Ballroom.

Leez Priory’s magnificent Tudor mansion located in Essex is one of the most sought-after wedding venues in the country.

Knowlton Court is a gorgeous country house manor with regal character, surrounded by hundreds of acres of charming parkland, near Canterbury in Kent.

Castle Green Hotel is situated in Kendal, on the edge of the Lake District, surrounded by breathtaking views of rolling countryside, Lakeland fells and the remains of Kendal Castle.

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, Lakes District, has its own lake in 100 acres of private grounds with options to hold your wedding in the conservatory or a marquee.

Orangery Wedding Venues

Babington House is a Grade II listed manor house with an 18th century chapel in the heart of Somerset.

The Manor, a beautiful country mansion with vaulted ceilings built in 1235, is set within 12 acres of the exceptional British countryside in Somerset.

Pennard House, set on the last south facing slope of the Mendip Hills in Somerset, is the epitome of dreamy English elegance with a Grade II listed Georgian manor house, extensive landscaped gardens and a converted 18th-century coach house.

Sparkford Hall is a private mansion on 23 acres of beautiful parkland, orchards and gardens in Somerset.   Exclusive use of numerous bespoke event space and accommodation options, including the option to party until dawn in the private basement nightclub!

Washingborough Hall, set within beautiful secluded grounds with mature gardens in Lincolnshire, has its own private entrance to the village church and offers the newly completed Winston Room with an elegant orangery wedding venue style backdrop.

Wilderness Reserve radiates all that is beautiful and unique, offering a stunning Grade II listed Georgian manor house, extensive grounds and fabulous backdrop all sitting in the rural and rustic Suffolk countryside.

Ettington Park Hotel, in Stratford-Upon-Avon in Warwickshire, is a magnificent romantic gothic mansion built from six types of Cotswold stone and housed on a 40-acre estate.

Axnoller is home to three stunning large private houses with a mix of contemporary and antique features, set in 100 acres of rolling countryside in West Dorset.

Bignor Park epitomizes rural elegance in the heart of West Sussex, featuring the Greek Loggia, part of eleven acres of beautiful grounds, formal gardens, sweeping lawns, a temple and zen pond. 

Cowdray House is a spectacular country house in West Sussex, surrounded by historic parkland, including Cowdray Ruins. 

Iscoyd Park, a newly restored award winning Georgian country house in Wales, is surrounded by 18th Century Parkland, stunning gardens and a beautiful church on the estate.

Valentina’s Lost Orangery, an exclusive manor house in Wiltshire, harbours an inspired history and impressive fairytale-like grounds with gardens, a thatched boathouse, and orangery. This is without a doubt one of our favourite orangery wedding venues in the UK.

Thyme, a beautifully restored Southrop Manor Estate on the Oxfordshire Border in the Cotswolds, is the perfect setting for your quintessential English country wedding with a beautiful village church, manor house, and Medieval Tithe barn.

Gidleigh Park Hotel, an exclusive use country house hotel in Dartmoor, boasts fabulous views and a two Michelin Starred chef for a food and wine lovers dream wedding.

Bridwell House & Deer Park is an elegant Georgian house set in 100 acres of breath-taking parkland, featuring the house, a chapel, parkland, old stables and magnificent views across the Culm Valley in Devon.

Belmond Le Manoir Aux Quat’Saisons is situated in the picturesque Oxfordshire village of Great Milton.  It is one of the country’s most cherished manor house hotels with stunning gardens and a two Michelin star rating.

Hipping Hall, a boutique bolthouse, sits between the beautiful English Lake District and the rugged Yorkshire Dales, offering the perfect exclusive wedding venue for your intimate affair.

Inns & Pubs Wedding Venues

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The Crown Inn, a 16th century Inn steeped in history and recently renovated into a stylish pub with rooms, is located in the heart of enchanting Old Amersham in Buckinghamshire.

Lord Crewe Arms is an Eleventh-Century Abbot’s Guest House in County Durham with vaulted rooms, flagstone floors, summer gardens, and famous northern hospitality.

Unique Wedding Venues

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The Sheene Mill is a magnificent 16th century Grade II listed water mill set on the River Mel in Cambridgeshire, with a view of the old mill pond and landscaped gardens.

The West Mill is a Grade I listed former industrial mill in Derbyshire dating back to the early 1800’s, restored and converted into a beautiful wedding venue. 

Dreamland, located on the Kent seaside, is a completely unique wedding venue, unlike anywhere else in the UK, where an amusement park soaked in history can be the backdrop to your memorable day.

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Combermere Abbey, a 900-year-old estate in Shropshire, offers exclusive use of the beautiful walled gardens where The Glasshouse, a truly unique fan-shaped building is surrounded by a fruit tree maze.  There is also the impressive Walled Garden Pavilion with an impressive star-lit ceiling. Definetely one of the most beautiful glass house wedding venues in the UK. 

Nutbourne Vineyards, West Sussex, is one of the premier wine producers in the South East.  The grounds include a timber built wine lodge nestled within the vines, an old windmill, 360-degree balcony, outdoor fire-pit, and tractor-drawn carriage for guest arrivals or vineyard tours.

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No idea where to start with your wedding?  Bridebook.co.uk will kickstart your planning by creating a personalised wedding checklist and wedding budget for you, that guides you all along the way.  Keep track of all your wedding guests, wedding tasks, wedding costs and wedding suppliers in one place with Bridebook!

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24 Stately Home Wedding Venues

Have you always envisioned a grand and dramatic wedding? Are you seeking a bit of royal wedding action in your life? These stately home wedding venues are the closest you’ll get – and they’re pretty special too!

These impressive manor wedding venues will have you begging for more as you become a King or Queen for your big day. However, if you’re looking for something a little more low-key, use Bridebook.co.uk’s Wedding Venue Search and use the filters to find your perfect setting!

 

1. Holkham, Norfolk Wedding Venues

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One of England’s greatest estates, Holkham is a majestic Stately Home that will leave your guests in awe as they contemplate the luxurious Marble Hall, the Saloon, and the Statue Gallery along with many other outstanding rooms. Whichever space you choose, the experience will always be memorable.

2. Gosfield Hall, Essex Wedding Venues

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Located in Essex, the exquisite Gosfield Hall has plenty of venues suited for each step of the ceremony. From the wedding breakfast in The Marquis of Buckingham’s former ballroom, to the actual ceremony in Queen Charlotte’s gallery, everything is covered for your big day.

3. Prestwold Hall, Leicestershire Wedding Venues

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For a fairytale wedding, there is hardly a better venue than Prestwold Hall. This majestic Stately Home offers three splendid locations to tie the knot, including the church for a religious ceremony, the library inside the estate, and the gardens for an outside affair.

4. Boreham House, Essex Wedding Venues

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This beautiful Grade I listed building overlooks it’s own lake and 35 acres of grounds in the picturesque Essex countryside. Boreham House offers a gorgeous oak carved ceremony room and a marble reception area, so you can experience being Lord and Lady of the Manor for your wedding day.

5. Hengrave Hall, Suffolk Wedding Venues

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The striking exterior of Hengrave Hall will whet the most demanding of wedding venue appetites, as this breathtaking Tudor mansion wedding venue boasts 350 acres of parkland as well as it’s very own church in which to say your vows. You won’t need much persuasion after visiting this stately home!

6. Orchardleigh House & Estate, Somerset Wedding Venues

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Just when you think you’d like to find the perfect stately home wedding venue in the West, we call upon Orchardleigh House & Estate! Not only is the elegant house up for grabs, but also the Italian-style Walled Garden with a gorgeous light-filled Orangery may be the ideal place for your ceremony in the spring and summer time.

7. Stonehouse Court Hotel, Gloucestershire Wedding Venues

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Stonehouse Court Hotel is a 17th Century stately home venue that dreams are made of! It hosts a plethora of flexible spaces in which to celebrate with your nearest and dearest, including the newly-refurbished Caroline Suite – a stunningly romantic banqueting room that backs onto the private gardens.

Could a hotel be the perfect spot for you and your beau to tie the knot? Check out our top picks for hotel wedding venues in the UK!

8. Port Eliot Estate, Cornwall Wedding Venues

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Port Eliot will blow you away with it’s breath-taking Georgian Orangery, it’s elegant Boathouse on the river banks, and it’s traditional reception rooms oozing with charm. As the historic seat of the Earl and Countess of St Germans, this enchanting stately home truly is a fairy-tale setting.

9. Lartington Hall, Country Durham Wedding Venues

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Gorgeous high ceilings and elegant decor welcome you as soon as you walk into Lartington Hall. On offer is 75 acres of parkland, a stunning Chapel space and the heavenly Ballroom, creating a magical setting for your grand wedding.

10. Ashridge House, Hertfordshire Wedding Venues

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Hertfordshire’s Ashridge House is a rather royal affair, as it was once home to Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I. On it’s own 190-acre estate, this manor wedding venue boasts high ceilings, exquisite decor and the grand staircase as a gorgeous focal point.

11. Brocket Hall Estate, Hertfordshire Wedding Venues

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Dating back to 1760, Brocket Hall Estate is set in picturesque countryside and boasts three fairytale venues for your stately home wedding. The Ballroom is at the heart of this stunning venue – the opulent ceiling was painted by Sir Francis Wheatley, and it was the first place in England to be introduced to the Waltz. How romantic!

12. Irnham Hall, Lincolnshire Wedding Venues

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Irnham Hall‘s spacious Orangery and it’s very own Church are perfect settings for your ceremony, followed by a glass of bubbly in the Walled Garden. Continue your celebrations in the stunning Summer House before retiring to the onsite luxury cottages with your nearest and dearest.

If you’re looking for country wedding venues in the UK, check out this list!

13. Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire Wedding Venues

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What a choice you have with the breath-taking Blenheim Palace, where you can choose between several different settings. Literature lovers – here’s The Long Library, complete with grand organ and 10,000 books, or there’s The Saloon, a French-decorated State Dining Room. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg!

14. Cambo Estate, Fife Wedding Venues

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Bringing together a stunning stately home, a rustic barn venue in the woods and dramatic parkland backdrops, Cambo Estate really does suit all tastes! This Scottish oasis oozes charm and tradition to create the wedding day of your dreams.

15. Allerton Castle, North Yorkshire Wedding Venues

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This gothic revival castle will really sweep you off your feet! Allerton Castle is a jaw-dropping setting, some key features including the Grand Staircase on which to utilise for a dramatic bridal entrance – amazing photo opportunity right there!

Check the out the 20 best UK castle wedding venues.

16. Belchamp Hall, Suffolk Wedding Venues

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Suffolk’s gem of a venue Belchamp Hall is a gorgeous red-brick structure with a long sweeping driveway, stunning stained glass windows and a nearby church in which to say your vows. It’s a must-see.

17. Kimberley Hall, Norfolk Wedding Venues

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Looking for a stately home wedding venue with a modern twist? Kimberley Hall is the place for you – a historic house including a stylish West Wing with chic decor and state-of-the-art-lighting. This venue will light up your life!

18. Penshurst Place, Kent Wedding Venues

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Penshurst Place and Gardens is a one-of-a-kind stately home venue that lies in a glorious village in Kent. This enchanting Medieval house offers three unique banqueting rooms, not to mention the perfectly manicured gardens where you can take a romantic walk after you tie the knot.

19. Stoneleigh Abbey, Warwickshire Wedding Venues

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The spectacular lake-fronted Stoneleigh Abbey is an impressive mansion wedding venue with a rich history. Choose from a range of banquet halls, reception rooms and timeless settings in which to host your wedding day – all with stunning views over parkland.

20. Leigh Court, Somerset Wedding Venues

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Leigh Court‘s Great Hall is truly the heart of this venue – with it’s surrounding double staircase and striking pipe organ, there isn’t a better place to have your ceremony. And if you haven’t fallen in love with it yet, the rest of the 19th Century Greek-style decor throughout the rest of the building won’t disappoint!

21. Holdenby House, Northamptonshire Wedding Venues

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With 20 acres of luscious gardens and surrounded by endless Northamptonshire countryside, Holdenby House is one to remember. The state rooms of this traditional setting scream grand and romantic – what more could you want?!

See our favourite UK rustic wedding venues here!

22. Capesthorne Hall, Cheshire Wedding Venues

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No fairytale wedding is complete without the backdrop of Capesthorne Hall! As one of the most prestigious venues within Cheshire, this Jacobean-style building combines history, grandeur, and a touch of contemporary charm too.

23. Plas Dinam Country House, Powys Wedding Venues

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The magical Welsh venue of Plas Dinam Country House makes the ideal setting for your grand wedding. Float through this beautiful Grade II mansion, have drinks in the wildflower meadow, and feast like Kings and Queens in the glass-roofed Old Stables. Lush!

24. Sennowe Park, Norfolk Wedding Venues

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Sennowe Park is Norfolk’s delight, offering the stunning Long Room or the Winter Garden for your bespoke ceremony. With a luxury marquee on the grounds and gorgeous views across the land, you can party the night away at this grand stately home venue.

Haven’t found the venue for you? Use Bridebook.co.uk’s Wedding Venue Search and click the filter for ‘stately home’ if you would like a grand wedding day!

Or if you’ve already found your dream venue, you can still use Bridebook to help you with the rest of your essential planning, including your wedding guest list, wedding budget, wedding checklist and shortlisting your wedding suppliers!

Happy planning!

The 30 Best Winter Wedding Venues in the UK

Picture rolling countryside coated in a blanket of white, tiny snowflakes dancing past the window of the stately home you’ve exclusively hired.

Inside, the fire is crackling and the room is aglow. You wrap your hands around a steaming mug of mulled wine and cosy up with your partner by the hearth.

Winter weddings are truly magical and if you’ve decided that they’re for you, here are our favourite winter wedding venues in the UK that you should arrange to visit immediately, if not sooner.

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30 of the best winter wedding venues in the UK

1. Holkham Hall – Norfolk Wedding Venues

Holkham Hall is one of the most magnificent wedding venues in the country. As you approach it, frosty parkland and frozen lakes only make Holkham Hall’s grand yet cosy interior seem all the more inviting.

Weddings can be held in any four of the staterooms within the Hall which are magnificently decorated for the winter months, or in the newly refurbished Lady Elizabeth Wing. The Marble Hall is an incredible wedding space with huge vaulted ceilings and marble pillars which have been inspired by the Pantheon in Rome. Add a little festive sparkle, and you’ve just created a winter wedding to remember.

2. Moor Park – Hertfordshire Wedding Venues

For an extremely classy winter wedding with a wow factor, Moor Park Mansion is the winter wedding venue for you.

Impress your guests as they walk into this incredibly grand 17th-century mansion. As you step inside, expect to find gold-leafed ceilings, enormous original paintings and open fireplaces twinkling with Christmas lights and draped with wreaths. It will take your breath away!

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3. Hedsor House – Buckinghamshire Wedding Venues

Hedsor House is an absolute dream for lovers of winter country house weddings. The crisp, cold weather will make for stunning photographs both inside and outside of this beautiful venue.

What could be more magical than this stunning Georgian house surrounded by deep snow fir trees on its grounds dusted in white, completing the winter wonderland look? This gorgeous house with guest bedrooms could be exclusively yours for an awesome winter wedding.

4. RSA House – London Wedding Venues

A Christmas winter wedding at the RSA House in Central London is a truly magical experience, and we think one of London’s best-kept secrets.

The historic House combines Georgian splendour with high-quality contemporary design, and its stunning vaults can be exclusively hired and perfectly dressed for an intimate, romantic winter wedding.

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5. One Aldwych – London Wedding Venues

One Aldwych transforms into a winter wonderland during the cold and Christmassy months. Expect towering white Christmas trees and fairy lights with decorations complementing the contemporary interior of this beautiful Central London hotel.

One Aldwych hotel offers full-package wedding services, and their team of professional will make sure your every need in met. Have the most magical winter wedding and wake up in Covent Garden the next day… What more could you want?

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6. East Quay Venue – Kent Wedding Venues

If a cosy winter wedding by the sea is what you’re dreaming of, then East Quay at Whitstable Harbour could be the one you’re looking for.

Situated on the east side of Whitstable harbour, this old Oyster house has been transformed into a relaxed but beautiful wedding venue which is just begging for a little-added winter sparkle. With friendly staff and undeniable character, East Quay is perfect for couples looking for unique winter wedding venues!


7. Heaton House Farm – Cheshire Wedding Venues

These beautiful sandstone barns look simply beautiful during winter months. A cold calmness falls across the sparse fields in winter yet the barn glows with warmth and hums with activity. A perfect blend of contemporary chic and rustic charm, if you are looking for a wedding venue in Cheshire, this could be the perfect match for you.

Perhaps you’ll bring the winter wonderland theme inside your wedding venue for a more pristine affair? Check out this enchanted forest idea from a previous wedding at Heaton House Farm:

8. Notley Abbey – Buckinghamshire Wedding Venues

Winter weddings don’t get much more romantic than those held at Notley Abbey – an award-winning country house wedding venue in Buckinghamshire that exudes historic charm.

The crisp, cold weather will make for stunning photographs both inside and outside of this beautiful venue. And if you need any more reasons to indulge in this fairy-tale venue, this was Laurence Olivier’s former home… Truly a historical place to tie the knot.

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9. Leez Priory – Essex Wedding Venues

If you’re dreaming of a winter wedding in Essex, Leez Priory should be at the top of your venue shortlist. Think intimate weddings with open fires and twinkling lights, and you will be sure to get all that you’ve imagined if you chose to tie the knot in this gorgeous venue.

This magnificent, red brick Tudor mansion is set in stunning grounds and has been voted Wedding Ideas Magazines ‘Best Wedding Venue’ award a whopping three times.

Think cosy weddings with open fires and twinkling lights.

10. Elmore Court – Gloucestershire Wedding Venues

Elmore Court is a 750-year-old, grade II listed country house. Perfect for a classic English country winter wedding.

With views of the Cotswolds and River Severn from its gardens, Elmore Court offers everything you could ever want from a wedding venue. And in winter, festive lighting and a sprinkling of snow are the only ingredients you’d need to add to achieve winter wedding perfection.

11. Dorfold Hall Cheshire Wedding Venues

 Surrounded by English countryside and landscaped gardens and filled with centuries-old history, Dorfold Hall is the perfect canvas for a winter wonderland wedding.

Covered in a thin layer of snow during the coldest winter months, this 400-year-old historic hall will make your wedding photos look postcard perfect. Leave your guests absolutely speechless as walk into this fairy-tale scenery, with 1000-year-old oak trees, a lake and enchanting gardens!

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12. Clearwell CastleGloucestershire Wedding Venues

Hidden in an enchanting forest in the beautiful county of Gloucestershire is your dream winter wedding venue: Clearwell Castle.

Only 45 minutes away from Bristol, this dreamlike castle is ideal for a winter wedding. Covered in a layer of white snow on the outside, and endlessly cosy on the inside, make your guests feel like they’re in a real-life Disney movie as you tie the knot with the love of your life.

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13. The Granary EstatesSuffolk Wedding Venues 

This 18th-century Granary Barn is the perfect choice for an intimate and relaxed winter wedding!

Cosy countryside barn meets elegance in this stunning wedding venue, ideal for the winter wedding you’ve been dreaming of. With two splendid barns linked by a glass walkway and boasting a private courtyard and an exceptional team of wedding professional helping make every one of your wishes come true, you can enjoy your wedding day to the fullest at Granary Estates!

14. Northbrook ParkHampshire Wedding Venues

This imposing 18th Century manor house in Hampshire is a classic English wedding venue, which, with a touch of snow and some Christmas decorations, can become a splendid winter wedding venue.

Look up at the stars from the reception space and dance the night away in a spacious venue decorated to your taste. This Hampshire venue is one of our favourite places to celebrate the most magical day of your life!

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15. Iscoyd ParkShropshire Wedding Venues

Surrounded by beautiful 18th Century Parkland and stunning gardens, Iscoyd Park overlooks the borders of North Wales, Shropshire and Cheshire.

Though Iscoyd is an award-winning wedding venue, with enough space hold 160 people for a wedding reception, it has managed to retain the character, history and welcoming warmth of a family home. This makes Iscoyd a magical place to tie the knot and make your guests feel at home.iscoyd park

16. The Glasshouse Hotel Edinburgh Wedding Venues 

Experience the dynamism at the heart of Edinburgh with a stunning backdrop of historic Calton Hill as you celebrate your wedding day!

The Glasshouse Hotel is one of the best wedding venues in Scotland and covered in snow during the cold winter months it makes the perfect venue for a winter wedding. With a secret roof garden and an impressive 160-year old Georgian archway, this exciting venue will certainly wow your guests!

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17. Doxford BarnsNorthumberland Wedding Venues

At the heart of coastal Northumberland lies this unique barn wedding venue, ideal for a winter wedding!

Offering one to three-day wedding packages, Doxford Barns promises to create your dream wedding day, even if strays from the norms, in a stress-free manner, which is why it is absolutely perfect for a couple looking for a bespoke winter wedding. Oh, did we forget to mention that this private venue is smack in the middle of 550-acres of green fields? Book your dream winter wedding venue in Northumberland now!

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18. Greywalls HotelGullane Wedding Venues

Imagine getting married to the love your life in a Sun Room overlooking the most beautiful gardens dusted with snow. At Greywalls this is possible!

Your guests will be able to sip champagne as they stroll through the garden, and take in the views over the gardens and Muirfield golf course from the house. Create the perfect wedding atmosphere for you and your loved ones with bespoke packages from relaxed and intimate to formal and grand!

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19. Maunsel HouseSomerset Wedding Venues

If you want to host a winter wedding in Somerset, this 13th Century Manor could be the one!

Located in Somerset, this is one of the most charismatic wedding venues in the UK and it will make you and your guests feel right at home. You can wander around the parks and visit the duck ponds and the ponies or just cosy up next to a roaring fire in the library. Bespoke to you, the perfect winter atmosphere awaits at Maunsel House!

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20. FennesEssex Wedding Venues

This storybook winter wedding venue will be even more romantic when surrounded by a generous blanket of snow.

With its Georgian style architecture, high ceilings and beautifully landscaped gardens you’ll be able to have the wedding you always dreamed of! The venue is can host grand and intimate celebrations and they have a number of beautiful spots where you can tie the knot! What are you waiting for? Book your Somerset wedding venue!

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21. Sandburn HallNorth Yorkshire Wedding Venues

Have the most unforgettable picture-perfect day at this grand country hall, set Northeast of the historic town of York!

Sandburn Hall is surrounded by an expansive golf course, fit with lakes and beautiful gardens which will look even more gorgeous covered in snow. The team will help you craft the perfect wedding day with all the special touches that will make it your own. No matter how unique you want it, have your dream winter wedding at this fantastic venue!

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22. South Farm Cambridgeshire Wedding Venues

Nestled in the heart of the Cambridgeshire countryside, lied one of the most enchanted venues on this list.

Travel to Royston and discover South Farm, a restored Grade II house, gorgeous Tudor barn and summerhouse, ready to be the perfect setting for your winter wedding. How could we not rhyme when we think of such a romantic place to tie the knot?

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23. Warbrook HouseHampshire Wedding Venues 

If you are looking for a wedding venue that will surprise your guests, Warbrook House the perfect host.

With stunning details, such as a Versailles style canal, beautiful gardens and breath-taking architecture, this stunning Hampshire wedding venue is simply perfect for a winter wedding. Fit intimate or grand occasions, the Warbrook House team will cater to your needs and make you feel comfortable as you plan your wedding in this dream location.

warbrook house

24. Cliveden HouseBerkshire Wedding Venues 

Smack in the middle of Berkshire, overlooking the River Thames, likes Cliveden House, one of the most romantic venues on this list.

Cliveden offers excellent food, service and hospitality, in a sophisticated country house hotel which has been known for its excellent entertainment for over 300 years! Imagine this beauty lightly sprinkled with white snow and you have the winter wedding you always dreamed of!

cliveden house

25. York MazeYorkshire Wedding Venues

This Yorkshire wedding venue is the ideal for a rural winter wedding!

Perfect for a less formal wedding, this visitor attraction can be closed just for you and return to its natural farmstead state! Located south of York this venue is beautiful inside and out! No matter how bespoke you want it, the team will make sure everything looks perfect for you and your guests on your special day!

york maze

26. Carlton TowersYorkshire Wedding Venues 

Surrounded by 250 acres of stunning gardens, you and your guests will be able to enjoy the exclusive use of the Carton Towers for your wedding day.

With an impeccable reputation of hosting weddings for over 30 years, this Victorian-gothic style country house will look like a fairy-tale castle covered in white for your winter wedding!

carlton towers

27. Cambo EstateScotland Wedding Venues

One of the most beautiful wedding venues in Scotland makes it on our list! Imagine this beauty covered in white snow and you have the winder wedding from a fairy tale book.

From an intimate ceremony to a full-blown house party, Cambo Estate is flexible and offers wedding parties bespoke to you. If you are looking for a venue that won’t tell you how your wedding should be, this could be the one!

cambo estate

28. Great FostersSurrey Wedding Venues

Set in 50 acres of enchanted gardens, this 16th-century Elizabethan house is the perfect setting for a rustic winter wedding!

Want to have a picture-perfect day that you can look back on and be proud of? Step into the breath-taking gardens of Great Fosters and discover lakes, sunken rose gardens and endless natural beauty! What are you waiting for? Book your Surrey winter wedding venue today!

great fosters winter wedding

29. Botleys Mansion Surrey Wedding Venues

Only a 30-minute drive from London, set amid 56 acres of rolling Surrey parkland, you will find this magnificent country house venue, which marries history with the absolute best in modern style!

This breath-taking mansion looks incredibly gorgeous when it snows, create a dream-like backdrop for your special day. Your guests will be wowed by the beautiful outdoors and indoors of Botleys Mansion, and the team will make sure everything runs like clockwork on the day!

botleys mansion

30. Stationer’s Hall and GardenLondon Wedding Venues

Just minutes away from the iconic St. Paul’s Cathedral you will find this beautiful hall and its secret garden, where you and your loved ones can celebrate your wedding day!

This venue is ideal for anyone having a winter wedding in London, and looking for something cosy yet grand to throw the party! You can host over 200 guests if you’re throwing a big party, or under 100 guests if your wedding in the intimate kind. The options are endless at Stationer’s Hall, and we couldn’t recommend them more for your winter wedding!

stationer's hall london wedding venue

Are you dreaming of a white wedding?

If you’re considering getting married in the UK in winter, contact these incredible winter wedding venues for more information or to arrange a visit.

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