Castle and Palace Wedding Venues
Castle wedding venues are historic buildings used for wedding ceremonies and receptions across the UK. From medieval castles to grand palace venues, couples can explore distinctive ceremony spaces and reception rooms in historic settings. Browse castle wedding venues by location to compare castles and palace venues.
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Stonefield Castle
Say "I do" surrounded by breathtaking loch and mountain views. From intimate ceremonies to grand celebrations.
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Bickleigh Castle Wedding Venue
Castle with own private chapel in Devon
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Durlston Castle Wedding Venue
Tie the knot in timeless elegance at Durlston Castle, Dorset's enchanting castle wedding venue.
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Amberley Castle Wedding Venue
Amberley Castle: enchanting Sussex weddings. Discover more.
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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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Nottingham Castle Wedding Venue
Discover the enchanting Nottingham Castle, a timeless castle made for unforgettable wedding celebrations steeped in rich history.
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Rushton Hall Hotel Wedding Venue
Rushton Hall's Breathtaking Orangery
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Thirlestane Castle
Say "I do" surrounded by majestic splendour at Thirlestane Castle. Learn more.
Fingask Castle Wedding Venue
A rural and romantic Scottish castle wedding venue
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Crossbasket Castle
Crossbasket Castle: Enchanting South Lanarkshire weddings. Discover more.
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Ruthin Castle Hotel & Spa
Make your fairy tale wedding become a reality.
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The Castle at Edgehill
Historic 17th-century wedding venue The Castle at Edgehill in Oxfordshire with licensed indoor rooms and garden space.
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Hedingham Castle
The most romantic wedding venue in the country
Thornbury Castle Wedding Venue
Escape to a fairytale setting at Thornbury Castle, where timeless elegance meets modern luxury for your unforgettable wedding day.
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Hampton Castle
An exclusive use 600yr old castle nestled in the Herefordshire countryside with 25 bedrooms and both indoor and outdoor ceremony options.
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Cave Castle Hotel Wedding Venue
Explore Cave Castle Hotel & Country Club for an extraordinary wedding celebration in the heart of East Yorkshire, combining historic charm with contem
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Hillsborough Castle
Say 'I do' in the majestic grandeur of Hillsborough Castle, County Down.
The Castle Hotel at Taunton
A historic landmark and hotel wedding venue in Taunton
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Craig Y Nos Castle
Celebrate your unforgettable day at Craig Y Nos Castle, a romantic castle hotel wedding venue nestled on the edge of the National Park
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Royal Welsh College of Music
A bespoke wedding venue in the heart of Cardiff.
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Ballygally Castle Hotel
Leading wedding venue on the Antrim coast
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River Lodge at Glenarm Castle
Historic Castle Wedding venue set in beautiful countryside, with gorgeous views and stunning photo opportunities.
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Hampton Court Palace Weddings
Historic Royal Palace - Available for your Wedding
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Lumley Castle Hotel Wedding Venue
Step into the grandeur of Lumley Castle Hotel for an unforgettable wedding day, where history intertwines with modern elegance.
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Pentillie Castle Wedding Venue
Celebrate your love in the grandeur of Pentillie Castle & Estate, an enchanting setting for unforgettable Cornish weddings.
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Walton Castle Wedding Venue
Unveil the allure of Walton Castle, a timeless wedding haven in Somerset. Step into a fairytale and make your grandest wedding dreams a reality.
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Wolfscastle Country House
Say 'I do' surrounded by Pembrokeshire beauty at Wolfscastle Country House. Discover more.
Castle wedding venues are historic buildings used for wedding ceremonies and receptions across the UK. Many castles have been restored as castle wedding venues, offering grand halls, historic rooms and landscaped grounds for celebrations.
Some castles operate as large private estates similar to country house wedding venues, while others function as historic hotels with spaces for ceremonies, dining and evening receptions.
Many castles are also considered luxury wedding venues, offering distinctive architecture, exclusive settings and experienced event teams to support weddings and events.
Palace wedding venues provide similarly impressive historic settings, often featuring formal reception rooms, gardens and ceremonial spaces suited to weddings and celebrations.
FAQs About Castle & Palace Wedding Venues
Many castles in the UK are licensed for civil ceremonies, allowing couples to hold both the ceremony and reception at the same venue. Couples should confirm licensing with the venue when making an enquiry.
Accommodation is commonly available at castle wedding venues, particularly where the castle operates as a hotel or estate venue. Guest rooms allow couples and their guests to stay at the venue during the wedding celebrations.
Costs vary depending on the castle, the size of the venue and the level of exclusivity offered. Some castles operate as luxury estates, while others offer more flexible packages depending on the day of the week or season.
Exclusive-use hire is common at castle wedding venues. This allows couples and their guests private access to the venue and its grounds for the wedding day or for a full wedding weekend.
Castle wedding venues vary in size. Some castles host smaller weddings in historic rooms, while others have large reception halls that can accommodate several hundred guests.
Many castle wedding venues are historic or listed buildings, which means there may be restrictions on decorations or fixtures. Venue teams usually provide guidance on what decorations are permitted within the venue.