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Amazing Wiltshire and Dorset Wedding Venues

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Will Rainer Updated:
24th of December 2024

Searching for the perfect wedding venue in Wiltshire or Dorset? From chic hotels to enchanting country house estates, we've put together some of our favourite wedding venues from across the region. So, whether you're searching for a Wiltshire wedding venue or a Dorset wedding venue, discover the perfect setting for you below!

Grittleton House

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Set in 35 acres of parkland, Grittleton House is a beautiful historical home full of character and charm. At the end of a private tree-lined driveway, you'll find outstanding architectural features, with magnificent staterooms and a sweeping double staircase inside. There are several stylish ceremony rooms to choose from at Grittleton House. From the gorgeous Central Hall with a stunning arched ceiling and balconies, to the beautiful Yellow Gallery. The Victorian Orangery also has incredible views of the terrace and formal gardens, or you can have an outdoor ceremony in the Sunken Italian Gardens.

For your big day, you'll have the services of a Michelin-trained chef using locally sourced and seasonal produce. Within the main house, there are also deluxe bedrooms as well as more ensuite bedrooms in the Old Stables. Grittleton House provides you with ultimate flexibility, combining an experienced and passionate team with your vision to make your dream Wiltshire wedding a reality.

stunning Grittleton House Country House Cotswolds Wedding Venue
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Celebrate your union at Grittleton House, a captivating country house with an orangery, providing an unforgettable backdrop for your Wiltshire wedding
Wiltshire, Chippenham
£POA Venues

Fonthill Estate

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Surrounded by the rolling hills of the Wiltshire countryside, Bake Barn on the Fonthill Estate offers the perfect setting for your wedding ceremony. With its secluded location on the estate's northern edge, you can celebrate under a starlit sky and party late into the night – thanks to the venue's lack of noise restrictions or curfew.

Bake Barn itself manages to achieve an elegant feel while maintaining its rustic charm. Originally an ancient stone threshing barn, it has been lovingly restored and converted into a stunning wedding venue. In this romantic space, exchange your vows surrounded by the grand cathedral-like structure of the barn. Exposed roof beams and a neutral backdrop provide a blank canvas, allowing you to transform Bake Barn into your dream wedding venue.

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Fonthill Estate Country Weddings

Enchanting woodland ceremony location, beautiful barn venues and secret marquee setting on the Fonthill Estate in Wiltshire
Wiltshire, Salisbury
£450 - £6,000 Venues

Widbrook Grange Hotel

Widbrook Grange Hotel Wedding Venue

Located on the edge of the Cotswolds, Widbrook Grange is a rustic converted farmhouse that offers an unforgettable wedding venue for your big day. 11 acres of pretty gardens make for incredible photo opportunities as well as a relaxed space for an outdoor ceremony.

This charming farmhouse hotel features 19 bespoke bedrooms, accommodating up to 50 of your nearest and dearest, so your guests have a place to rest after celebrating into the night. Widbrook Grange also offers delicious farmhouse cuisine with a fine-dining twist for your wedding breakfast, along with a well-stocked bar boasting over 165 craft gins, ensuring all of your culinary needs are met during your celebrations.

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Discover Widbrook Grange Hotel, an idyllic farmhouse wedding venue in the heart of the Cotswolds, where your dreams become an unforgettable reality.
Wiltshire
£7,100 - £10,135 Venues

Gray Manor Hotel

Gray Manor Hotel Wiltshire Wedding Venue

Gray Manor Hotel is a unique boutique wedding venue on the Hampshire and Wiltshire border. Set in five acres of beautiful countryside and with a complete refurbishment throughout the venue, this is a truly special place to host your wedding. With a flexible seated banqueting space for up to 180 guests, it offers stunning views out over the lovely gardens and a great dance area.

Gray Manor promises a truly incredible wedding experience. With a wealth of expertise in the wedding industry, the team at Gray Manor can help design the bespoke celebration of your dreams. So, from your wedding coordinator to the chef and function manager, the whole team is always available to make your big day unforgettable. 

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Couples looking for an enchanting Wiltshire wedding venue are invited to discover the timeless elegance of Gray Manor Hotel.
Wiltshire
£POA Venues

Kingston Maurward House

Wedding ceremony at Kingston Maurward House

Set in the heart of the Dorset countryside, Kingston Maurward's 18th-century house and gardens provide an idyllic location for your special day. With its parkland approach and sweeping drive, the Georgian mansion and its ornate rooms set the scene for a wonderful occasion. The stunning manor house features four elegant rooms, offering the flexibility to accommodate a variety of wedding themes. The Grand Entrance Hall, with its high ceiling, central chandelier, and twin marble fireplaces, serves as an incredible reception space.

The Pengelly Room is decorated with hand-painted Italian wallpaper, creating an elegant space. The Old Library is another fantastic option, featuring solid oak paneling and a fireplace framed by magnificent bookshelves. Kingston Maurward is surrounded by a scenic lake, extensive lawns, and formal gardens, making it the perfect Dorset wedding venue.

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Historic stately house wedding venue in Dorset
Dorset, Dorchester
£POA Venues

Wrag Barn Golf Club

Wrag Barn Golf Club Wiltshire Wedding Venue

Wrag Barn Golf & Country Club is the ideal venue for a truly memorable Wiltshire wedding. There are two suites, the Banbury and the Bellingham, situated on the first floor of the Clubhouse. Both have access to a private balcony, offering stunning panoramic views across the Wiltshire countryside. Wrag Barn works with fantastic venue dressers and florists to make the reception rooms individual to your wedding vision.

Also, Wrag Barn's picturesque gardens make for a stunning backdrop to your wedding photos, featuring a wedding garden planted with roses, honeysuckle and a daisy meadow. So, with a dedicated team offering experience, expertise, and attention to detail, it only remains for you to relax and enjoy the day.

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Wrag Barn Golf Club is the ideal venue for a truly memorable Wedding Day.
Wiltshire
£4,000 - £10,000 Venues

The Legacy Rose & Crown Hotel

The Legacy Rose & Crown Hotel

Set in the picturesque Wiltshire countryside, The Legacy Rose & Crown Hotel is a charming 13th-century coaching inn. Stunning views and luxury accommodation come together at this historic venue to create an unforgettable setting for your wedding. The River's Edge offers 180-degree views of the river, waterfront terrace, and surrounding countryside, making it the perfect place for both your ceremony and reception.

The Rose & Crown offers a variety of guest rooms, from 13th-century suites that have been carefully restored to showcase original oak beams, to the modern Garden Wing rooms that open directly onto the gardens. You will also have a personal wedding planner assigned to you, ensuring that everything runs smoothly so you can relax and enjoy the festivities.

The Legacy Rose & Crown Hotel Venues in Wiltshire
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Stunning Wedding Venue
Wiltshire, Salisbury
£3,500 - £15,000 Venues

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About the author
With a hospitality background and hands-on wedding experience, Will understands all of the effort that goes on behind the scenes at a wedding and is our go-to specialist on wedding food and drinks. You can often find Will writing about wedding venues from quaint countryside hotels to rustic barns and grand castles or showcasing the amazing real weddings of newlyweds across the country. Having recently graduated with his master's degree and highly skilled at analysis and research, Will is the best person to speak to if you need to gather advice and information fast!
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