Royal wedding venues are both beautiful and fascinating - you'll feel like you've been taken back in time as soon as you step inside, and your guests will love finding out about the rich history behind your castle or palace wedding venue. If you really want to impress, choose a venue that was, or still is, used by the royal family; you'll feel like a veritable princess marrying your prince.
Not only does a royal wedding venue ooze glamour, but you'll love letting your mind wander to the past royals that once frequented the very same place you are celebrating your wedding. We've come up with a list of some of our favourite royal wedding venues to get you inspired:
Ashridge House
Beautiful Grade II listed Ashridge House is one of the most historically significant parks in England. The beautiful property remains largely in its original form, and boasts 190 acres of stunning gardens. The venue provides many options for your wedding and reception and even offers outdoor ceremonies and drinks.
SPOTLIGHT 93 reviews Plan your dream wedding at the enchanting Ashridge House, nestled amidst Hertfordshire's picturesque landscapes.
Hertfordshire, Berkhamsted
£19,710 - £24,660 Venues
Broadlands Estates
Broadlands Estates in Romsey offers three beautiful locations for your wedding ceremony. Choose from the romantic, restored 18th century Orangery, the peaceful Walled Garden, or the unique Inigo Bridge over the clear waters of the famous River Test. Broadlands is a historic venue where Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip began their married life, and where Prince Charles and Princess Diana spent their honeymoon.
SPOTLIGHT 1 review Historic and famous country estate available for your Wedding Ceremony
Hampshire, Romsey
£2,250 - £3,250 Venues
Trinity House
This beautiful Georgian building offers lots of light and space, perfect for weddings with up to 130 guests. Available exclusively for your event, Trinity House has five elegant rooms, four facing the Tower. It's just a short walk from Tower Hill underground station. The Library, seating up to 130, has stained-glass windows and a minstrels' gallery, while the Court Room is bright with natural light. Both rooms are great for wedding ceremonies and come with stylish chairs and tables. You can even use a ceremonial sword for the cake-cutting!
10 reviews Trinity House Offers Exceptional Tower of London Views
Central London, London
£3,000 - £7,000 Venues
Hever Castle
This romantic double-moated property was once home to King Henry VIII's second wife, Mother of Elizabeth I, Anne Boleyn. Steeped in 700 years of rich history, these castle walls witnessed great changes to the course of Britain's monarchy, history and religion. This stunning property offers several venue options, all of which are sure to take your guests' breath away.
4 reviews Romantic Kent Castle Wedding Venue. Rich with English History and Set in Beautiful, Peaceful Grounds
Kent, Edenbridge
£14,000 - £25,000 Venues
Leeds Castle
Majestic Leeds Castle is one of the most visited historic buildings in Britain. Not only was it the private property of six medieval queens, but it was also used by Henry VIII and his first wife, Catherine of Aragon. The Castle now offers varied wedding packages, including the opportunity for you and your guests to stay at this stunning property.
5 reviews Get Married in a Stunning Kent Castle Wedding Venue, where History and Grandeur Create the Perfect Backdrop.
Kent, Maidstone
£9,600 - £25,000 Venues
Knowsley Hall
This beautiful property was home to the first Earl of Derby, Henry VII's stepfather, Thomas Stanley. The Tudor King made numerous royal visits to the stunning house to visit his Mother, Margaret Beaufort and stepfather, and the righthand wing of the property was built for him. This beautiful royal wedding venue boasts grand reception rooms and vast grounds, perfect for a sophisticated wedding day.
Luxury & Exclusive stately home Wedding Venue
Merseyside, Prescot
£11,555 - £14,600 Venues
Hatfield House
This beautiful Jacobean house is steeped in royal history. The childhood home of Elizabeth I, it was here at the Old Palace that she found out about her accession to the throne in 1558, and she went on to hold her first counsel here. More recently, Queen Elizabeth II lunched at Hatfield for her Diamond Jubilee. This royal wedding venue offers two stunning venue options for your big day.
Make your dream wedding a reality at the magnificent Hatfield House, a historic estate offering an unparalleled setting and exceptional hospitality.
Hertfordshire, Hatfield
£25,000 - £55,000 Venues
Falkland Palace
Now a National Trust for Scotland property, Falkland Palace is a royal palace of the Scottish Kings. This property was a popular getaway for the royal Stewart family. There, they enjoyed many favourite pastimes, such as falconry and hunting. The stunning gardens make it the perfect royal wedding venue.
Edinburgh Castle
This historic fortress was home to various Kings and Queens, Mary Queen of Scots even gave birth to James VI here in 1566. This royal wedding venue boasts beautiful views across the city, and is home to a charming on-site chapel alongside a variety other wedding ceremony and reception rooms.
Hillsborough Castle
Gorgeous Hillsborough Castle is key to Northern Ireland's rich history: starting off with humble beginnings as a country house, it is now the official residence in Northern Ireland for the royal family. The castle also played an important role in the Peace Process, and can now be enjoyed as a stunning luxury wedding venue.
Northern Ireland's Royal Residence, a Georgian mansion with stunning gardens.
County Down, Royal Hillsborough
£3,000 - £10,000 Venues
