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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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Coton House Farm
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Coton House Farm Wedding Barn

Nestled in idyllic Staffordshire, Coton House Farm offers a captivating barn setting for unforgettable weddings that will create memories to cherish.

Staffordshire, Lichfield

from £5,000

220 guests

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Riverside Cabins, Wedding Venue in Shropshire

Host your dream DIY wedding at our exclusive Shropshire venue. Perfect for a weekend celebration with riverside cabins & accommodation for 52.

Shropshire, Shrewsbury

from £7,699

House and Garden
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Hill Farm

Exclusive rural wedding venue Hill Farm in Gainfield, Oxfordshire with marquee space for up to 350 guests.

Oxfordshire, Faringdon

from £2,000

350 guests

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The Oak Grove, Wedding Venue in Kent

Exchange vows beneath ancient oaks at The Oak Grove, Kent's enchanting, exclusive-use woodland wedding venue. View prices and enquire today.

Kent, Sittingbourne

£££ - ££££

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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

Bride and groom in the gardens of Sutton Bonington Hall
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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

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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

Elton Hall Venues in Cambridgeshire
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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

Barra Castle Weddings
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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

Large modern pavilion set in gardens with bench in front
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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

Marquee weddings at stables wedding farm, oldham greater manchester / lancashire
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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

Couple beneath the Danby Arch
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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

Lakeside venue
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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 £5,000

10-100 guests

Holiday Inn Nottingham wedding reception in the Marina Suite, beautifully dressed with elegant tables, floral centrepieces and gold chair sashes.
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Holiday Inn Nottingham, Wedding Venue in Nottinghamshire

Wedding venue in Nottingham offering stylish function spaces, delicious wedding menus, accommodation, free parking and a dedicated team to help plan y

Nottinghamshire, Nottingham

from £1,000

10-80 guests

Inverarnie Lodge
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Inverarnie Lodge, Wedding Venue in Highland

Inverarnie Lodge: a stunning country house venue near Inverness for your dream Highland wedding, with exclusive use & luxury accommodation for 14.

Highland, Inverness

from £3,800

8-40 guests

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Ashbury Lounge

Ashbury Lounge is an exclusive-use wedding venue in Central Bournemouth. With a private function room, its own garden and in-house catering.

Dorset, Bournemouth

£ - ££

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The Fox and Hounds, Hunsdon, Wedding Venue in Hertfordshire

Your perfect country pub wedding venue in Hertfordshire. The Fox and Hounds is a Grade II listed pub offering exclusive use for your special day. View prices & enquire.

Hertfordshire, Ware

from £2,500

Woodland Treehouse
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The Treehouses

an enchanting woodland wedding venue nestled in the Hampshire countryside with exclusive use.

Hampshire, Brockenhurst

££ - £££

100 guests

Engel Bar
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Engel Bar and Jang Restaurant, Wedding Venue in East London

Step into a world of timeless elegance and host your special occasion at the Grade I Listed Royal Exchange.

Central London, London

££ - £££

Wedding couple beneath the willow tree in Cambridge
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Bamboo Sky, Wedding Venue in Cambridgeshire

Discover Bamboo Sky, a unique Cambridge wedding venue for intimate ceremonies, garden celebrations, Thai feasts, private hire and weddings up to 100 g

Cambridgeshire, Cambridge

from £4,000

10-100 guests

Mercure Bradford Bankfield Hotel Wedding Venue

For a beautiful wedding in West Yorkshire, consider Mercure Bradford Bankfield Hotel.

West Yorkshire

from £2,020

10-250 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

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

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

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.