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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.

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Chapel House Estate

Experience the enchantment of Chapel House Estate—where your Kent wedding becomes an elegant, unforgettable celebration.

Kent

££ - £££

10-200 guests

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Sutton Bonington Hall

Historic Queen Anne country house Sutton Bonington Hall near Loughborough, offering tailored catering and overnight rooms.

Leicestershire

from £10,800

20-120 guests

Weddings at Tendring Hall Estate
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Tendring Hall Estate

Tendring Hall Estate, an exclusive historic Suffolk wedding venue. We host a limited number of bespoke weddings, each shaped around you. View packages

Suffolk, Stoke-by-Nayland

from £5,000

1000 guests

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Royle Forest, Wedding Venue in Staffordshire

Royle Forest Weddings is a venue offering something completely unique, set within it's own magical world lost in the middle of a forest.

Derbyshire, Burton on Trent

from £9,999

160 guests

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Elton Hall

Nestled in the Cambridgeshire countryside, Elton Hall provides a picturesque setting for unforgettable wedding celebrations.

Cambridgeshire, Peterborough

£3,300 - £5,750

250 guests

Bright and elegant Orangery at Hayne House in Kent, featuring open French doors, manicured gardens, and vibrant floral arrangements, perfect for a picturesque wedding celebration.
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Hayne House Wedding Venue

Hayne House is a family-run, exclusive-use wedding venue, set on 35 acres of beautifully landscaped with a modern yet naturally elegant Orangery.

Kent, Hythe

from £9,000

20-150 guests

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Barra Castle

Your fairytale wedding awaits at Barra Castle, an exclusive-use venue with a historic castle and stunning rustic barn.

Aberdeenshire, Inverurie

££ - £££

350 guests

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Abingdon School, Wedding Venue in Oxfordshire

Planning a wedding reception or party in Abingdon? The Pavilion offers a stunning 30-acre setting, in-house catering, a staffed bar, and space for up

Oxfordshire, Abingdon

from £2,500

50-150 guests

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The Japanese Garden, Wedding Venue in Clackmannanshire

Submerse yourself in the ancient trees and the unique beauty of a traditional Japanese garden set in the Scottish countryside.

Clackmannanshire, Alloa

from £3,000

30 guests

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The Stables Wedding Farm

Beautiful Marquee Wedding Venue in the Countryside - Saddleworth, Greater Manchester

Greater Manchester, Oldham

£POA

45-150 guests

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Oxford Botanic Garden

Host your wedding reception at the Oxford Botanic Garden. A unique, historic venue offering a stunning backdrop for your special day.

Oxfordshire, Oxford

from £8,000

200 guests

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Trigonos, Wedding Venue in Gwynedd

Trigonos: an exclusive, tranquil lakeside wedding venue in Snowdonia with stunning mountain views. Licensed for civil ceremonies. View prices.

Gwynedd, Caernarfon

from £10,000

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Buckatree Hall Hotel Wedding Venue

Buckatree Hall Hotel. Nestled in the picturesque Shropshire countryside, our enchanting venue offers a perfect backdrop for your special day.

Shropshire

from £2,500

2-150 guests

National Railway Museum Wedding Venue

Say "I do" surrounded by iconic locomotives at the National Railway Museum, York.

North Yorkshire, York

£POA

200 guests

The Clarendon Hotel Wedding Venue

East London's Clarendon Hotel: Craft your dream wedding in a stylish, unique venue.

East London

£POA

200 guests

Arley Hall and Gardens Wedding Venue

Indulge in a fairytale wedding amidst the opulent gardens and magnificent charm of Arley Hall in the heart of Cheshire.

Cheshire, Northwich

from £8,500

15-110 guests

Findon Manor Wedding Venue

Findon Manor, a captivating wedding venue nestled in the heart of Sussex, awaits couples seeking an unforgettable celebration.

West Sussex

from £3,000

2-300 guests

De Vere Cranage Estate Wedding Venue

Cheshire weddings: Say 'I do' in the idyllic chapel at De Vere Cranage Estate.

Cheshire

from £105

2-280 guests

The Lost Village Of Dode Wedding Venue, Kent.

Unique & intimate weddings in Kent for up to 40 guests

Kent, Rochester

from £5,500

42 guests

Tregenna Castle Hotel Wedding Venue

Create your dream wedding at Tregenna Castle Hotel. We have bespoke packages and stunning coastal views to make your special day unforgettable.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, St Ives

£POA

250 guests

Bolton Castle Wedding Venue

Medieval Castle Wedding Venue in North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire, Richmond

from £1,500

2-120 guests

Cooling Castle Barn Wedding Venue

17th Century Barn within Castle Gardens

Kent, Rochester

from £5,450

250 guests

Hydro Hotel

Sussex wedding? Say 'I do' with stunning sea views at the Hydro Hotel.

East Sussex

from £5,200

50-150 guests

Crewe Hall Wedding Venue

Say ‘I do’ in our beautiful historic hotel in the heart of the Cheshire countryside.

Cheshire, Crewe

from £6,000

40-350 guests

Traquair House

Traquair - Scotland's oldest inhabited house

Scottish Borders

from £1,550

50 guests

Wedderburn Castle

South of Scotland castle and barn wedding venue

Scottish Borders

from £4,750

150 guests

Kew Gardens Wedding Venue

From enchanting gardens to iconic buildings, our venues are designed to create an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.

West London, Richmond

from £2,500

1-200 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.