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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Shearsby Bath
Country wedding venue Shearsby Bath in Leicestershire with licensed civil spaces and extensive gardens for flexible celebration formats.
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Hensol Castle
Historic castle wedding venue, Hensol Castle in the Vale of Glamorgan, set within 650 acres of parkland.
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The Manor House at Old Down Estate
Discover our beautiful Manor House wedding venue, available exclusively for your special day set amidst the stunning landscapes of Somerset.
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Stirrups Hotel
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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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Gray Manor Hotel
Couples looking for an enchanting Wiltshire wedding venue are invited to discover the timeless elegance of Gray Manor Hotel.
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Foxhills Club
For an unforgettable wedding experience, discover Foxhills Club & Resort, an enchanting venue nestled in the picturesque Surrey countryside.
Sandon Hall & Park
Exclusive stately home venue Sandon Hall in Staffordshire with licensed ceremony rooms and formal gardens.
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The Elvetham
Discover The Elvetham, a stunning Hampshire wedding venue where your dream day becomes a timeless memory.
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Hartsfield Manor
Celebrate your love in the idyllic setting of Hartsfield Manor, an enchanting manor house wedding venue nestled amidst the rolling Surrey countryside.
Abbeywood Estate
Family-run wedding venue Abbeywood Estate in Cheshire featuring year-round function spaces and garden settings.
Coombe Lodge
Plan your dream wedding at Coombe Lodge, a stunning venue nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of Bristol and Somerset.
Rockbeare Manor
Escape to the enchanting Devon countryside for an unforgettable wedding at the stunning Rockbeare Manor, a luxurious venue offering bespoke weddings.
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Walton Hall Hotel by Sunday
A 16th-century Warwickshire hotel with spaces for wedding ceremonies and receptions.
Mercure Haydock Hotel
Georgian mansion-style hotel wedding venue, Mercure Haydock in Haydock, with courtyard marquee celebrations for up to 280 guests.
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Mercure Dunkenhalgh Hotel
Historic manor house wedding venue, Mercure Blackburn Dunkenhalgh Hotel & Spa, Lancashire, hosting celebrations for up to 400 guests.
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Henlade House
Discover Henlade House, an elegant country house wedding venue set in the Somerset countryside.
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Hever Castle & Gardens
Historic castle wedding venue in Kent offering multiple ceremony locations across a private estate with on-site accommodation.
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That Amazing Place
Essex historic manor house wedding venue That Amazing Place at Old Harlow with lawns, lake views and marquee space to 150 guests.
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Horwood House Hotel
A gorgeous, Grade II, Countryside Manor House Hotel Venue in Buckinghamshire
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Leeds Castle
Iconic Kent castle wedding venue offering a choice of venues across one estate, from castle rooms to barn and outdoor settings.
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South Hill Park
Tailor your dream wedding day in the stunning mansion, gardens and Great Hall of South Hill Park, an exclusive Mansion House wedding venue.
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Hampton Court House Wedding Venue
Discover the enchanting Hampton Court House, an exclusive wedding venue in Surrey where your love story will unfold in timeless elegance.
Billesley Manor Hotel
Historic manor house wedding venue in Stratford upon Avon with 11th-century church and Topiary Garden ceremonies
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Ringwood Hall Hotel
Set within its own grounds on the edge of the Peak District National Park, offering both indoor and outdoor wedding spaces
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The Bull Hotel Gerrards Cross
Plan your dream wedding at The Bull Hotel, Buckinghamshire, and experience the elegance and charm of a historic setting for your special day.
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The Ravenswood
15th-century wedding venue in West Sussex offering indoor and outdoor ceremonies across private grounds with lakes.
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Highley Manor
Country house wedding venue Highley Manor in West Sussex with exclusive use and multiple licensed ceremony spaces.
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.