Choosing the perfect outdoor wedding venue is an exciting part of planning your special day, offering a wide array of picturesque settings to suit any couple's vision. A popular option is a lakeside venue, where the tranquil waters create a romantic backdrop. For those who feel a connection with nature, outdoor spaces in a woodland clearing can provide a magical and intimate atmosphere. Surrounded by trees and with dappled sunlight filtering through the leaves, a woodland wedding can feel like stepping into a fairy tale.
The natural beauty of the forest requires minimal decoration, allowing the lush greenery and rustic charm to speak for itself. Sun-soaked parks are another fantastic option, especially for couples looking for a more casual and open-air setting. Parks often offer expansive lawns, vibrant flower beds, and charming gazebos or pavilions, providing plenty of space for both the ceremony and reception. Alternatively, the garden of a country house offers an elegant and sophisticated option for an outdoor wedding. These venues often feature meticulously landscaped gardens, charming stone paths, and ornate fountains, providing a timeless and romantic setting. The grandeur of the country house serves as a stunning backdrop for wedding photos and adds a touch of historic charm.
Don’t forget that outdoor venues come with the unpredictability of the weather. While a beautiful sunny day is ideal, it's important to have a contingency plan in place for rain. Embracing the elements by taking cover in a stylish tipi or marquee can add an adventurous and cozy feel on your wedding day. Decorate with fairy lights, lanterns, and lush greenery to create a warm and inviting atmosphere, ensuring that your special day remains magical regardless of the weather.
Dorking, Surrey
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 180 Reception Capacity 350
Denbies Wine Estate is a beautiful, romantic setting for your memorable wedding. Celebrate your day surrounded by 265 acres of vineyards in the heart of the Surrey Hills. The wedding team at Denbies Wine Estate understand that your vision of a perfect wedding is unique and our combination of attentive service and stunning setting is perfect for all celebrations.
Cockermouth, Cumbria
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 2 - 130 Reception Capacity 2 - 130
New House Farm, situated in the stunning Lorton Valley and surrounded by the Lakeland Fells, is a unique and special place. Originally built in 1650, the farm has retained many of its original features, combining them with a touch of elegance and sophistication to create an atmosphere of a bygone era. Both the The Hayloft and The Cart Shed boast a truly spectacular setting for a fantastic wedding occasion.
Loughborough, Leicestershire
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 140 Reception Capacity 200
Prestwold Hall, in the heart of Leicestershire Wolds, is a Grade I Listed stately home and has been the seat of the Packe family for over 350 years. Every event held in the house or park is unique, yet boasts the character and service that the house and staff are renowned for. Choosing Prestwold Hall as your wedding venue will see your unique personalities reflected at every turn - it's your celebration!
Little Glemham, Suffolk
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 95 Reception Capacity 200
Set in 300 acres of glorious Suffolk parkland, Glemham Hall is the perfect setting for your wedding day. The Great Hall, Rose Gardens and luxury marquee are offered exclusively for you & your guests. A long, sweeping drive leads you directly to the 16th Century country house venue, ensuring complete privacy for your wedding day.
West Bradford, Lancashire
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 120 Reception Capacity 200
Set within the stunning, rolling hills of the Ribble Valley in Lancashire, Eaves Hall is the perfect exclusive use country house setting for your wedding. A place where breathtaking architecture, beautiful spaces and elegant gardens come together to make your wedding dreams a reality. Where romance radiates from every room and service is second to none.
Barlaston, Staffordshire
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 2 - 100 Reception Capacity 2-150
The Upper House Hotel, originally built by Josiah Wedgwood in 1845, is fully licensed for both indoor and outdoor civil ceremonies. We are pleased to offer exclusive use of our venue, ensuring that yours will be the only wedding hosted on your special day. With stunning gardens and 10 acres of picturesque woodlands, our location provides an idyllic setting for your wedding.
Whitelackington, Somerset
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 2 - 120 Reception Capacity 150
The Cider Barn is a simple, rustic and wonderfully charming venue. You’ll find this old agricultural stone and thatched barn in the heart of the beautiful Dillington Estate, surrounded by the rolling hills of the Somerset countryside. You are lost to the world in your own magical and romantic haven.
Winchester, Hampshire
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 2 - 130 Reception Capacity 2
A wedding at Avington seamlessly blends the beauty of the Hampshire countryside with quintessential English elegance, located just moments from the historic City of Winchester and within easy reach of London.
Llantwit Major, Glamorgan
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 90-150 Reception Capacity 150
A wedding venue like no other, the grand St Donat’s Castle is located on the beautiful South Wales coastline near Llantwit Major, Vale of Glamorgan, just 40 minutes from Central Cardiff and 50 minutes from Swansea.
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 60 - 250 Reception Capacity 250
The High Rocks is a historic barn venue nestled in the charming town of Tunbridge Wells, Kent, just 30 miles from London. Couples from all over the nation travel to this stunning destination to celebrate their milestone occasion. Its lush greenery, vibrant Spring blooms, and beautiful oak-beamed function rooms will leave you and your loved ones swooning.