Country House & 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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Best Western Mount Pleasant Hotel
Say 'I do' in style at South Yorkshire's stunning Mount Pleasant Hotel. Learn more.
Knowle Country House Wedding Venue
Kent wedding perfection? Discover Knowle Country House.
The Wordsworth Hotel & Spa Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' at the stunning Wordsworth Hotel & Spa in the Lake District. Discover more.
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Ravenwood Hall & Pavilion Wedding Venue
Nestled in the heart of Suffolk, the venue offers picturesque gardens, elegant interiors and exceptional service, ensuring your special day is perfect
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Powderham Castle Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' amidst the splendour of Powderham Castle, Devon. Discover more.
Beaumanor Hall Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' surrounded by Leicestershire's grandeur at Beaumanor Hall. Discover more.
Ty Newydd Country Hotel
Say 'I do' in the stunning surroundings of Ty Newydd Country Hotel, Rhondda Cynon Taf.
Gregynog Hall
Gregynog – weddings as unique as you are
Gawsworth Hall Wedding Venue
Cheshire's Gawsworth Hall: historic charm for your perfect wedding day.
Eyam Hall Wedding Venue
Enchanting Eyam Hall: Your dream Derbyshire wedding awaits.
Capesthorne Hall Wedding Venue
Cheshire's Capesthorne Hall: Your fairytale wedding venue awaits.
The Grand Hotel Wedding Venue
Grand Hotel: Tyne and Wear's iconic wedding venue. Discover more.
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Caistor Hall Wedding Venue
Celebrate your perfect wedding at Caistor Hall with enchanting gardens, elegant interiors and a dedicated team, your special day will be unforgettable
The Guildhall at Newport Wedding Venue
Shropshire's Guildhall: historic charm for your perfect day.
Cragwood Country House Hotel Wedding Venue
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The Manor Hotel Weddings, Dorchester, Dorset
Dorset's Manor Hotel: Your dream wedding venue awaits. Discover more.
Walton Hall & Gardens Wedding Venue
Grade II listed Elizabethan Wedding Venue.
Marygreen Manor Hotel Wedding Venue
Essex couples: discover Marygreen Manor, your dream wedding venue.
Copthorne Hotel London Gatwick
Beautiful Hotel Wedding Venue in Copthorne, West Sussex
Bartley Lodge, Hotel Wedding Venue
Grade II historic beauty and classic country charm
Best Western The Oaks Hotel Wedding Venue
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The Inn at Whitewell Wedding Venue
Lancashire's Inn at Whitewell: a stunning setting for your dream wedding. Discover more.
Rowley Manor Hotel Wedding Venue
Yorkshire dream wedding? Discover Rowley Manor Hotel.
The Petwood Hotel Wedding Venue
Say 'I do' surrounded by history at The Petwood Hotel, Lincolnshire. Discover more.
The Assembly House Wedding Venue
Planning a Norfolk wedding? Discover The Assembly House's unique charm.
Wrenbury Hall Wedding Venue
Manor House Wedding Venue in Nantwich Cheshire
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.