Country House and Stately Home Wedding Venues
The UK is full of beautiful country house and stately home wedding venues that are perfect for a fairytale wedding! From ceremonies in the orangery to receptions in the ballroom, country house weddings are elegant and romantic. See some of the country's best stately homes here...
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Middle Aston House
Country house wedding venue Middle Aston House in Middle Aston, Oxfordshire, with exclusive estate hire and flexible indoor/outdoor spaces.
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Harlaxton Manor
a magnificent Victorian manor house nestled in the Lincolnshire countryside, offers a truly stunning setting for your wedding.
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Kingston Maurward House
Say 'I do' surrounded by Dorset's beauty at Kingston Maurward House.
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Northbrook Park
Grade II listed Surrey estate offering exclusive use, scenic gardens, and versatile indoor spaces for bespoke weddings.
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Elaine
Elaine has 13 years of experience working with wedding venues, and advises many of the top hotel and venue brands on their wedding marketing. She has a deep understanding of statistics that can accurately predict the online popularity of a particular venue and she is happy to share that knowledge with wedding couples and venues.
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Snape Maltings, Wedding Venue in Suffolk
Host your wedding at Snape Maltings, Suffolk's iconic riverside venue. Explore our unique industrial spaces and stunning landscapes. View prices and enquire online.
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Sherbourne Park Wedding Venue
An elegant wedding venue in Warwickshire
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Bridwell Park Wedding Venue
Discover timeless elegance at Bridwell Park, an exclusive historic estate in the heart of Devon.
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Matara
Award winning unique weddings at Matara Gloucestershire / Cotswolds
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Stonor Park
Historic estate Stonor Park in Oxfordshire offering varied parkland and garden settings for marquee celebrations.
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Nunsmere Hall Hotel Wedding Venue
Discover Nunsmere Hall Hotel, an idyllic wedding venue nestled in Cheshire's verdant countryside.
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Aldwark Manor Estate
Create unforgettable memories at Aldwark Manor Estate, a captivating wedding venue nestled amidst enchanting gardens in North Yorkshire.
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Stourport Manor Hotel
A peaceful Victorian Manor House, set on the edge of Stourport-on-Severn
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Midelney Manor Wedding Venue
Enchanting Somerset manor house weddings: Discover Midelney.
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Bretforton Grange & Theatrebarn, Wedding Venue in Worcestershire
Bretforton Grange & Theatrebarn, a stunning Grade II* listed venue in the Cotswolds. Exclusive use for your perfect wedding and possibility to get mar
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Cromwell Manor
Create a grand and unforgettable wedding at Cromwell Manor, a stunning venue in Essex that promises a day filled with elegance and enchantment.
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Stanway House & Fountain, Wedding Venue in Gloucestershire
Plan your unforgettable wedding at Stanway House, a stunning Gloucestershire venue with a world-famous gravity fountain.
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Sant Ffraed House
Luxury Country House Wedding Venue near Abergavenny. Part of The Oldwalls Collection.
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The Forest Country House Weddings, Wedding Venue in Powys
Discover an exclusive country house wedding venue in Powys. The Forest offers a stunning glass barn and woodland setting for your dream day. View prices & enquire online.
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The Vedanta
Discover The Vedanta, an exclusive-use luxury wedding venue in Branston surrounded with a stunning countryside setting
Rhodes House, Wedding Venue in Oxfordshire
Celebrate your wedding at Rhodes House, a timeless Grade II* listed venue in the heart of Oxford.
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Oxcombe Weddings, Wedding Venue in Lincolnshire
Oxcombe offers exclusive, bespoke & intimate countryside weddings in All Saints Church in the Lincolnshire Wolds. View prices and start planning your perfect day.
The Royal & Fortescue Hotel Wedding Venue
Say "I do" in style at Devon's Royal & Fortescue Hotel. Discover more.
Nutfield Priory Hotel & Spa Wedding Venue
Discover the majesty of Nutfield Priory Hotel, an exclusive wedding venue. With tailored elegance and unforgettable experiences to cherish.
Loseley Park Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' surrounded by Loseley Park's historic charm. Discover more.
The Bath Priory Hotel Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' surrounded by idyllic gardens at The Bath Priory Hotel. Discover more.
Ragley Hall Wedding Venue
Discover the grandeur of Ragley Hall, Warwickshire. An enchanting wedding venue where memories and elegance intertwine.
Linthwaite House Hotel Wedding Venue
Host your perfect Lake District wedding day at Linthwaite House Hotel, a luxurious venue nestled in the picturesque Windermere.
For couples who want to enjoy a touch of luxury and glamour on their wedding day, you can't go wrong with an elegant country house wedding venue! Every country house wedding venue is unique and they often come in a range of sizes and architectural styles. From Palladian Mansions to Georgian Manor Houses and Stately Homes dating back to the Tudor times, whatever style suits your personality or wedding style, you are sure to find the perfect wedding venue on Guides for Brides.
What do couples love about country houses and stately home wedding venues?
Country houses and stately homes have stunning spaces for both wedding ceremonies and receptions. Couples love the sheer choice of event spaces available to them as many of these venues are hired exclusively for one wedding per day, or even for the whole weekend. If you've always dreamed of tying the knot in a picture gallery or orangery before retiring to the grounds for cocktails and an evening reception in the ballroom, then a country house may be the ideal wedding venue for you.
Some venues will have accommodation on site (usually with beautiful decor such as roll-top baths and four-poster beds!), which many couples love as it means they can party to their hearts content before resting their heads in a luxurious bedroom. Other venues may have smaller hotels or B&Bs in the grounds, which are ideal for extended family or wedding party members. In general, hiring a this style of venue means that you'll have the bonus of a stunning bridal suite and accommodation for immediately family or the bridal party on site.
The setting of country houses & stately homes also makes them gorgeous options for your wedding photography. Many have rolling grounds and manicured gardens, which may feature everything from fountains and lakes to rose gardens and mazes. There are plenty of opportunities for beautiful wedding photos both inside and out - your wedding photographer will be spoiled for choice! Make sure to take in the gardens on your venue viewing, even if you're marrying in the winter.
Being out in the countryside not only means that you'll have stunning wedding photos, but also privacy for your wedding day. The serene surroundings and countryside views make your wedding a romantic getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Country House & Stately Home wedding venues are perfect for you if:
- You've always wanted a fairy tale wedding day
- You want an outdoor element to your wedding reception
- Light and airy spaces appeal to you
- You want a variety of beautiful backdrops for your wedding photos
- You need a small amount of luxury accommodation for your wedding party
Country House & Stately Home Wedding Venues FAQ's
As with all wedding venues, costs for stately home and country house weddings vary, but you may be surprised at how affordable some of the options can be! You don’t always need to have an A-list budget to get your own country house for your wedding. If you’re looking to cut costs, then consider a midweek wedding or marrying in the low season, such as early spring or late autumn. Winter weddings work perfectly for stately homes too, as they often have large fireplaces and cozy wood-panelled rooms.
Many country house wedding venues will offer you venue hire on an exclusive use basis. This means that the venue is yours alone for the duration of your wedding. Sometimes this will be for your wedding day alone, and in other cases, you can hire your wedding venue for an entire weekend for you and your guests. This may incur an extra charge, but if you want a truly luxury getaway for guests with catering staff on hand, then this could be the perfect wedding weekend for you.
Country houses come with plenty of original features, such as sparkling chandeliers, sweeping staircases and romantic statues. Play up the drama of your surroundings with an equally glamorous wedding dress! Long trains, cathedral-length veils and ballgown skirts look right at home in the ballrooms and art galleries of a manor. Vintage details and classic fabrics like lace are perfect too, as they're reminiscent of English socialites.