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.
Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 144 Reception Capacity 200
Overlooking picturesque scenery and set in 100 acres, Eden Barn is an intimate and exclusive licensed wedding venue immersed in the charm and character of Cumbria’s enchanting Upper Eden Valley. Packed with rustic charm it features giant chandeliers, exposed stone walls, limestone flagged floors and vaulted ceilings with expansive views from the lovely landscaped grounds outside.
Solihull, Worcestershire
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 2 - 300 Reception Capacity 350
Nestled in acres of beautiful woodland and landscaped gardens, our privately owned hotel in the Midlands is licensed for both indoor and outdoor ceremonies. With a true sense of occasion, it’s no wonder we’re a sought-after spot for weddings.
Watford, Hertfordshire
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 60 - 450 Reception Capacity 60 - 450
You’ve found the perfect partner, and now you’ve found the perfect place to celebrate your love surrounded by friends and family. Whether you’re looking for an intimate celebration or a lavish party, we’re here to make your dream wedding a reality.
Nettlestead, Kent
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 120 Reception Capacity 150
Nettlestead Place is a medieval manor house listed in the Domesday Book of 1086 and set in the heart of Kent. It has for centuries staged lavish celebrations and is now exclusively available for weddings and other events. Nettlestead Place offers an exclusive, unique English country setting with award winning gardens and a striking medieval manor steeped in history.
Fulham, South West London
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 120 Reception Capacity 400
Fulham Palace is a historic and unique wedding venue set within 13 acres of botanical gardens and rolling lawns in the heart of London. The building has accumulated centuries of architecture and different styles to provide an unrivalled setting. Immaculate, historic exteriors and charming interiors, offer an unlimited number of backdrops for those all-important photographs.
Chippenham, Wiltshire
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 110 Reception Capacity 120
Set within a 500 acre private estate at the end of a mile long drive, double lined with beech and lime trees, Lucknam Park is both secluded and tranquil, the perfect setting for such a romantic occasion. The day that you have always dreamed of begins from the moment you enter through the gates and glimpse the magnificent Palladian mansion.
Furness Abbey, Cumbria
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 180 Reception Capacity 180
At the bottom of the South Lakes lies Abbey House Hotel and Gardens, six times winner of the best wedding venue in Cumbria. Situated just a short drive from the very heart of the stunning English Lake District, only 20 minutes from Windermere, our luxury Cumbrian wedding venue is an ideal location for your wedding day.
Ipswich, Suffolk
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 120 Reception Capacity 150
Priory Hall is a stunning Tudor building set within picturesque country gardens that are tucked away in the market town of Hadleigh in the heart of Suffolk's Constable country. Our Hall is designed to offer bespoke luxury with as much or as little help as you feel you need. With a maximum of twenty five weddings a year we make sure every wedding is super special.
Beaminster , Dorset
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 4 - 600 Reception Capacity 800
Nestled in the rolling hills near Beaminster stands Mapperton House & Gardens, Dorset’s finest country wedding venue. Undiscovered, exclusive and wildly romantic, Mapperton was voted Britain’s Finest Manor House by Country Life magazine and has recently been awarded the Historic Houses Garden of the Year Award.
Whitby, North Yorkshire
Licensed for Marriage Yes Ceremony Capacity 2-100 Reception Capacity 2-140
Danby Castle is North Yorkshire's most unique and historic wedding venue. Set on a moorland spur in the beautiful Esk Valley in the North York Moors, this 13th Century castle once belonged to Katherine Parr before she married Henry VIII. The castle was transformed into a wedding venue in 2007 and is also a family home.