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Outdoor wedding ceremony setup at Peterstone Court with floral aisle arrangements, wooden chairs, lawn setting and views of the countryside.
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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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Pavilions at the Great Yorkshire Events Centre

The Pavilions at the Great Yorkshire Events Centre will provide you with the fairy tale wedding you’ve always dreamed of

North Yorkshire, Harrogate

£POA

450 guests

Castle Goring Wedding Venue

Say "I do" in stately splendour at Castle Goring, Sussex. Discover more.

West Sussex, Worthing

£POA

40-200 guests

The Reading Room Wedding Venue

A hidden gem in the beautiful Norfolk countryside

Norfolk, Alby

£4,000 - £6,500

2-110 guests

The Drum at Wembley Wedding Venue

Celebrate in style at The Drum Wembley

West London, London

£POA

100-1000 guests

Longton Wood Wedding Venue

Kent's enchanting Longton Wood: Discover your dream woodland wedding venue.

Kent, Maidstone

£4,000 - £4,500

200 guests

Elton Hall Wedding Venue

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

Cambridgeshire, Peterborough

£3,300 - £5,750

250 guests

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Riverhill Himalayan Gardens Wedding Venue

Romantic Hidden Gem in Gorgeous Gardens

Kent, Sevenoaks

£3,750 - £4,350

250 guests

The Gamekeeper's Inn Wedding Venue

For an unforgettable countryside wedding experience, explore The Gamekeeper's Inn, set amidst the stunning landscapes of North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire, Threshfield

£POA

50-200 guests

Dulwich Picture Gallery Wedding Venue

A stunning historic South London wedding venue

South London, Southwark

£POA

20-120 guests

Hogarths Hotel Wedding Venue

Solihull's Hogarths Hotel: Your perfect West Midlands wedding venue. Discover more.

West Midlands, Solihull

£5,500 - £30,000

250 guests

Minstead Lodge Wedding Venue

Country house wedding venue in the heart of the New Forest

Hampshire, Lyndhurst

£POA

8-75 guests

The Manor at Abberley, Worcestershire wedding venue

The Manor boasts countryside views and is the most perfect setting for a relaxed, romantic wedding.

Worcestershire, Worcester

£POA

25-125 guests

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Cote How Lakeland Wedding Venue

Cumbria's Cote How: breathtaking lakeside weddings. Discover more.

Cumbria, Ambleside

£1,890 - £15,000

2-24 guests

Kippilaw House Wedding Venue

Kippilaw House: Exquisite Scottish Borders romance. Discover your dream wedding venue.

Scottish Borders, Melrose

£11,670 - £12,770

Couple having outdoor wedding ceremony with Came House in Dorset as the backdrop
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Came House Wedding Venue

Came House: Dorset's idyllic country estate for your perfect wedding. Discover more.

Dorset, Dorchester

£POA

165 guests

The Farm Festival Wedding Venue

Exclusive Blank Canvas countryside Wedding Venue in Cheshire

Cheshire, Congleton

£POA

70-400 guests

Woodstock Weddings and Events

Modern Luxury Barn Venue 12 minutes from York

North Yorkshire, York

£5,495 - £13,495

50-280 guests

Carwinion House Wedding Venue

Escape to Carwinion's enchanting walled garden, where dreams of a magical marquee wedding flourish amidst thriving flora and tranquil surroundings.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Falmouth

£695 - £8,000

2-120 guests

Lapstone Barn Wedding Venue

Lapstone Barn: Gloucestershire's idyllic setting for your dream wedding. Discover more.

Gloucestershire, Chipping Campden

£POA

50-200 guests

The Fisher's Hotel Wedding Venue

Planning your dream Perthshire wedding? Discover The Fisher's Hotel.

Perth and Kinross, Pitlochry

£3,000 - £10,000

10-130 guests

Altskeith Country House Wedding Venue

Create your perfect wedding day at Altskeith Country House, an idyllic setting nestled amidst the stunning Scottish countryside.

Stirlingshire, Aberfoyle

£POA

2-120 guests

Folkerton Mill

Bespoke, exclusive use, sustainable, barn wedding venue in central Scotland.

South Lanarkshire, Lanark

£6,500 - £12,500

2-150 guests

Fingask Castle Wedding Venue

A rural and romantic Scottish castle wedding venue

Perth and Kinross, Perth

£POA

2-250 guests

The Loft Wedding Venue, Scotland.

Exclusive Idyllic Rural wedding venue in Moray.

Moray, FORRES

£3,000 - £8,900

180 guests

Frieda And The Moon Wedding Venue

A romantic, quirky venue in a hidden valley in Cornwall not far from the coast. Specialising in exquisite tiny weddings, elopements and ceremonies.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Looe

£1,400 - £5,000

12 guests

Salt House Wedding Venue

Ready to ditch the boring venues? At Salt House, we're all about epic vibes, quirky elegance, and making your wedding unapologetically you.

Staffordshire, Standon

£4,000 - £10,000

1-120 guests

Couple in walks area at Little Oak Cornwall (wedding fields hire)
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Little Oak Cornwall

Enjoy celebrations in Cornwall's enchanting wilderness of Little Oak Cornwall, a secluded venue offering an idyllic space for your dream wedding.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, Newquay

£POA

150 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.