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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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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.

Bristol and Somerset, Clevedon

£5,500 - £10,500

80-300 guests

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Square Tower Wedding Venue

Say "I do" in Portsmouth's historic Square Tower. Discover more about this unique wedding venue.

Hampshire, Portsmouth

£ - ££

120 guests

Birtsmorton Court Venues in Worcestershire
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Birtsmorton Court

Discover the enchanting Birtsmorton Court, the quintessential Worcestershire wedding venue for an unforgettable celebration.

Worcestershire

from £6,000

40-200 guests

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Wolfscastle Country House

Wolfscastle Country Hotel & Spa: A family-owned Pembrokeshire wedding venue with a celebrated 3 AA Rosette restaurant.

Pembrokeshire, Haverfordwest

£ - ££

300 guests

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Layer Marney Tower Marquee

Historical wedding venue

Essex, Colchester

from £3,550

30-200 guests

Westenhanger Castle in Kent
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Westenhanger Castle Wedding Venue

Castle Wedding Venue with Manor House

Kent, Hythe

£6,500 - £17,320

50-300 guests

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Langley Castle Hotel Wedding Venue

Langley Castle Hotel offers unforgettable castle weddings in Northumberland with historic charm and stunning grounds.

Northumberland, Hexham

from £2,000

2-140 guests

Blackfriars Restaurant weddings

Blackfriars Restaurant - Stunning wedding venue in the heart of Newcastle Upon Tyne

Tyne and Wear, Newcastle upon Tyne

from £2,000

2-65 guests

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Greystoke Castle

Greystoke Castle is an exclusive-use events venue in Cumbria, combining historic interiors with a modern courtyard tipi.

Cumbria, Penrith

£POA

Ditton Manor Venues in Berkshire
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Ditton Manor

Exchange vows amidst grandeur at Berkshire's historic idyllic mansion wedding venue

Berkshire, Slough

£7,000 - £27,000

50-800 guests

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Bolesworth Estate

Luxury Cheshire wedding venue with marquee, castle and English gardens.

Cheshire, Chester

£££ - ££££

250-500 guests

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Rose Castle

Where history, romance and memories come together at Rose Castle, Cumbria.

Cumbria, Carlisle

from £15,000

20-100 guests

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Carrick Castle Estate
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Carrick Castle Estate

Exclusive-use Scottish wedding venue Carrick Castle Estate near Loch Goil with barn space for up to 120 guests.

Argyll and Bute, Cairndow

£££ - ££££

2-120 guests

Barcaldine Castle, Scotland
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Barcaldine Castle

Exchange vows amidst the enchantment of Barcaldine Castle, an exclusive fairytale castle with stunning loch views.

Argyll and Bute, Oban

from £1,000

12-36 guests

Muthu Newton Hotel, Nairn Venues in Highland
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Muthu Newton Hotel, Nairn Wedding Venue

Highlands Wedding Venue

Highland, Nairn

from £2,995

50-220 guests

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Tattershall Castle

England’s finest brick-built medieval castle is perfect for capturing truly beautiful photographs and memories of your special day.

Lincolnshire, Lincoln

£POA

Polhawn Fort, Venues in Cornwall
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Polhawn Fort Wedding Venue

Say 'I do' with coastal charm at Polhawn Fort, Cornwall. Discover more.

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly

££ - £££

100 guests

Peckforton Castle, Venues in Cheshire
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Peckforton Castle Wedding Venue

Celebrate your love in grand style at Peckforton Castle, a magnificent Cheshire wedding venue with breathtaking views and luxurious surroundings.

Cheshire

£POA

250 guests

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Glandyfi Castle, Wedding Venue in Ceredigion

Host your fairytale wedding at Glandyfi Castle. An exclusive use, luxury wedding venue in Ceredigion with stunning views of the Welsh coast.

Ceredigion, Machynlleth

from £12,000

50 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

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

Colchester Weddings Venues in Essex
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Colchester Weddings

Wedding venue collective Colchester Weddings in Essex offering historic castle, town hall and large event settings.

Essex, Colchester

£ - ££

700 guests

Oakham Castle Wedding Venue

Beautiful & dramatic setting for your wedding

Rutland, Oakham

£POA

4-80 guests

Cardiff Castle

A fairytale wedding venue in the heart of Cardiff

Cardiff, Cardiff

£POA

30-120 guests

Tonbridge Castle Wedding Venue

Celebrate your Fairytale Wedding at a Captivating Castle Wedding Venue, Nestled Amidst the Rolling Kent Countryside.

Kent, Tonbridge

£POA

80 guests

Ripley Castle Wedding Venue

A magnificent setting for a grand wedding. Create unforgettable memories within its regal walls, ensuring a lifetime of cherished moments.

North Yorkshire, Harrogate

£POA

200 guests

Innes House

Innes House, Moray: Your dream Scottish wedding venue.

Moray

£POA

120-200 guests

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.