Guides for Brides logo
Fairs & Events
Outdoor wedding ceremony setup at Peterstone Court with floral aisle arrangements, wooden chairs, lawn setting and views of the countryside.
Michelle Huggleston Photography

Outdoor Wedding Venues

Outdoor wedding venues offer open-air settings for ceremonies, receptions and full-day celebrations. Choose from garden venues, country estates, woodland venues, vineyards, farms and tipi sites with outdoor lawns, terraces and dining space. Outdoor wedding venues suit smaller gatherings or larger guest lists across a range of styles and budgets.

I'm looking for

located in

List search
Map search

751 results

An aisle setup ready for a couple at a luxury Hertfordshire wedding venue
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

Exclusive Offer

Milling Barn

Rural Hertfordshire wedding venue Milling Barn offering oak barns, barn receptions and on-site accommodation.

13 reviews

Hertfordshire, Buntingford

from £5,350

50-250 guests

An aisle setup and ready for a couple at a Northamptonshire manor house wedding venue
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

Exclusive Offer

Plum Park Manor

Nestled in the heart of Northamptonshire, this exclusive-use wedding venue combines the timeless elegance of a Victorian manor house with a beautiful

16 reviews

Northamptonshire, Towcester

from £5,350

40-200 guests

Howsham Hall external
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

Special Offer

Howsham Hall

Exclusive-use stately country house wedding venue near York, with 12 luxury suites and refined modern interiors.

20 reviews

North Yorkshire, York

from £10,000

2-150 guests

Rise Hall Exterior by Stevie Campbell
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

Rise Hall

Exclusive-use country house wedding venue in East Yorkshire, with 31 bedrooms for a full wedding weekend stay.

32 reviews

East Yorkshire, Hull

from £15,000

30-180 guests

Wedding Venue Cranford Hall Kettering Northamptonshire
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

Cranford Hall

Discover Cranford Hall, a stunning stately home, blank canvas wedding venue in Northampton. Explore exclusive use hire for your perfect day.

Northamptonshire, Kettering

£POA

Larger wedding
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

Storyteller

Exclusive Cheltenham wedding reception venue with conservatory, private bars and flexible catering for personalised celebrations.

Gloucestershire, Cheltenham

from £1,500

20-150 guests

Dont forget to mention Guides for Brides

The Dragon's Gate

The Dragon's Gate: an exclusive-use Herefordshire wedding venue with a wild swimming lake and luxury glamping.

2 reviews

Herefordshire, Hereford

from £1,250

4-150 guests

Villa Brio waterfront wedding venue in Kefalonia, Greece overlooking the Ionian Sea
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

Exclusive Offer

Villa Brio

Exclusive-use wedding venue in Kefalonia, Greece, with high-end self-catered villas, direct sea access and accommodation for up to 32 guests.

10 reviews

Greece

from £10,000

20-100 guests

Bourton Hall Wedding Venue and Gardens, Whirlwind Weddings Warwickshire
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

Whirlwind Weddings - Warwickshire

Partnered with Bourton Hall, Warwickshire, Whirlwind Weddings offers budget-friendly wedding packages at this stunning exclusive-use venue.

Warwickshire, Rugby

from £4,995

50-250 guests

St auddries Park Wedding Venue and grounds, Whirlwind Weddings Somerset
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

Whirlwind Weddings - Somerset

Partnered with St Audries Park in Somerset, Whirlwind Weddings offers budget-friendly wedding packages at this stunning exclusive-use venue.

Bristol and Somerset, Taunton

from £4,995

50-250 guests

Leez Priory Wedding Venue and ground, Whirwind Weddings Essex
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

Whirlwind Weddings - Chelmsford, Essex

Whirlwind Weddings offers budget-friendly all-inclusive wedding packages at both Leez Priory & Gosfield Hall in Essex.

Essex, Chelmsford

from £4,995

50-250 guests

Weddings in the wood Wedding Barn

Create your dream wedding surrounded by stunning woodland at Weddings in the Wood, Hampshire. A truly unique venue for your wedding day.

1 review

Hampshire, Lyndhurst

£1,450 - £7,000

15-200 guests

Get helpful tips and advice for planning your wedding

Stunning Wedding Banquet
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

Stationers' Hall

Experience timeless elegance and historic charm at Stationers' Hall—your dream London wedding venue awaits!

2 reviews

Central London, Whitechapel

from £6,000

200 guests

Exterior and courtyard of West London wedding venue, Fulham Palace
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

Fulham Palace

Fulham Palace is an exclusive-use London wedding venue, a Grade I listed building on the River Thames.

46 reviews

West London, Fulham

from £11,500

30-5000 guests

Drapers' Hall Venues in East London
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

Drapers' Hall

Discover Drapers' Hall, an exquisite wedding venue nestled in the heart of East London, offering grandeur, elegance, and impeccable service.

East London, London

£12,000 - £45,000

20-450 guests

clandeboye lodge exterior
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

Clandeboye Lodge Hotel

Bangor wedding venue Clandeboye Lodge with large reception suites and integrated guest accommodation.

8 reviews

County Down

from £5,250

50-350 guests

Front of barn with green and white flower garland
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

Late Availability Offer

Alfriston Gardens

South Downs Barn Wedding Venue with Gorgeous Landscaped Gardens and Panoramic Countryside Views

22 reviews

East Sussex

from £9,997

30-155 guests

Scone Palace

Create a truly unforgettable romantic wedding day at Scone Palace, a historic venue nestled amidst the picturesque Perthshire countryside.

3 reviews

Perth and Kinross, Perth

£POA

120 guests

The Orchard, Wedding Venue, Kent
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

The Orchard

Set in a beautiful, exclusive-use 14th-century farmhouse, surrounded by the rolling hills of the Kent countryside.

Kent, Maidstone

from £6,500

250 guests

South Lodge, an Exclusive Hotel, Venues in Sussex West
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

South Lodge Wedding Venue

Celebrate your love story in the tranquil Sussex countryside at South Lodge, a charming wedding venue in Horsham

West Sussex, Horsham

from £3,150

2-250 guests

De Courceys Manor,Venues in Cardiff
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

De Courceys Manor

De Courceys Manor: stunning Cardiff manor house wedding venue. Panoramic views, exquisite cuisine, dedicated team for an unforgettable day.

Cardiff, Cardiff

from £4,500

20-200 guests

Alfresco Wedding
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

Cedar Court Bradford

Large Multi Function Wedding Venue in Bradford

West Yorkshire, Bradford

from £2,500

50-450 guests

Hollin House Hotel
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

Hollin Hall Hotel Wedding Venue

Tudor Gothic Style Hotel wedding venue offering exclusive use - one wedding per day.

Cheshire, Macclesfield

from £1,500

4-100 guests

Rudding Park Weddings

Discover Rudding Park, the enchanting North Yorkshire wedding venue where timeless elegance meets idyllic surroundings.

North Yorkshire, Harrogate

from £7,000

200 guests

Upton House Ceremony Space, with colourful floral arch at top of aisle and sunlight streaming in through the windows in the background. Chairs are seen either side of the aisle.
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

Upton House Wedding Venue

Manor House & Walled Garden Wedding Venue, Dorset.

Dorset, Poole

£POA

2-150 guests

V&A Bar
Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

The Queen at Chester Hotel

a historic Chester wedding venue with distinctive Italianate architecture and secluded terrace gardens.

Cheshire, Chester

from £250

200 guests

Verified By Guides for Brides
VERIFIED
In past 12 months

Gellifawr Woodland Retreat

Gellifawr Woodland Retreat is an exclusive-use wedding village in Pembrokeshire with private accommodation for up to 100 guests.

Pembrokeshire, Fishguard

from £5,000

250 guests

Why Choose Outdoor Wedding Venues?

Outdoor wedding venues give couples open space, natural backdrops and flexible layouts for ceremonies, receptions and evening celebrations. Popular choices include garden venues, private estates, farms, vineyards and tipi sites. Many couples choose outdoor wedding venues for relaxed guest flow, scenic photo opportunities and the option to celebrate outside for more of the day.

What to Consider When Booking an Outdoor Wedding Venue

When comparing outdoor wedding venues, check whether the venue can host your ceremony, reception or both. Ask about guest capacity, weather contingency plans, catering setup, access, parking, accommodation and any evening sound restrictions. These details can vary widely between venues and can shape which option suits your plans best.

Popular Types of Outdoor Wedding Venues

Outdoor wedding venues come in many styles. Garden venues suit classic celebrations, country estates offer formal grounds and exclusive use, while farms and tipi venues can feel more relaxed. Vineyard and waterside venues are also popular for couples wanting a distinctive outdoor setting.

Outdoor Wedding Venues FAQs

Licensed wedding venues in England and Wales can host legal outdoor civil ceremonies in approved outdoor areas. Ask each venue which spaces are licensed for ceremonies.

Established outdoor wedding venues usually provide an indoor room, marquee or covered space if weather changes. Confirm the wet weather plan before booking.

Prices depend on location, guest numbers and exclusivity. Dry hire farms or field venues may cost less than private estates with catering and accommodation included.

Yes. Country estates, farms, marquee venues and field hire sites often suit larger weddings thanks to their outdoor space and flexible layouts for higher guest numbers.

Venues with open grounds or dry hire space may allow marquees or tipis. Check with the venue about permissions, access, power supply and supplier rules.

Outdoor wedding venue prices vary by location, guest numbers, exclusivity and what is included. Dry hire fields or farms can cost less than private estates with catering, accommodation and full-day hire packages.