Historic Wedding Venues

The UK is steeped in history which is why you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to historical Wedding Venues the UK. You might have set your sights on a majestic castle in Scotland, or perhaps a romantic renaissance abode to channel your inner ‘Bridgerton’. Either way, there is a venue ready to wow your guests with its innate history and attention to detail.
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Palace Hotel & Spa Buxton

Buxton, Derbyshire
(16)
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The Grade II Listed, Palace Hotel & Spa in Buxton was built in 1868. Located in over five acres of beautiful landscaped gardens, this stunning hotel is perfectly situated on the edge of the Peak District National Park.
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  • 250
  • 186 Bedrooms
  • From £500
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The Jockey Club Rooms

Newmarket, Suffolk
(27)
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The Jockey Club Rooms: a timeless blend of history, romance, and elegance. With iconic period rooms and enchanting private lawns, it’s the perfect fairytale setting for unforgettable moments...
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  • 120
  • 22 Bedrooms
  • £6,000 – £9,000
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Grove House, London

London, South West London
(59)
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This dry hire stunning Grade ll listed Georgian mansion amidst landscaped gardens makes a magical setting for your Wedding Day!
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  • 150
  • 30 Bedrooms
  • £5,550 – £6,900
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The Dower House

Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire
(79)
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The Dower House Hotel is an elegant and intimate country house hotel, full of character and charm, located in the lovely village of Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire.
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  • 120
  • 21 Bedrooms
  • £5,000 – £17,300
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Steventon House Hotel

Abingdon, Oxfordshire
(14)
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If you are looking for a venue which offers a character property with an intimate and exclusive feel, then come and take a look at Steventon House.
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  • 110
  • 18 Bedrooms
  • £750 – £1,000
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Ryedale Folk Museum

Hutton-le-Hole, North Yorkshire
(21)
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Ryedale Folk Museum offers an exceptional and romantic setting for elopements, vow renewals and intimate weddings in unique and historic buildings in North Yorkshire. We welcome traditional, quirky and historical ceremonies, for up to 58 guests.
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  • 60
  • £395 – £2,700
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Woodborough Hall

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
(9)
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Nestled in the heart of Woodborough, Nottinghamshire, this newly refurbished Grade II* Hall is the perfect venue to create lasting memories with those dearest to you.
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  • 80
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • £3,500 – £9,600
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The Olde Bell

Hurley, Berkshire
(53)
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A Quintessentially Grade II listed Wedding Venue in the heart of Berkshire. Celebrate with a choice of 4 licenced rooms, including Tudor Barn and Victorian Malthouse offering exclusive use.
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  • 110
  • 48 Bedrooms
  • ~£5,895
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Pylewell Park

Lymington, Hampshire
(80)
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Welcome to Pylewell-Eclectic and eccentric, beautiful and British. Voted Tatler's most glam place to say 'I do' in Hampshire, there's nowhere quite like Pylewell.
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  • 180
  • 13 Bedrooms
  • £10,000 – £24,000
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Down Hall Hotel & Spa

Hatfield Heath, Essex
(10)
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Escape to this beautiful country hotel in Essex a for the perfect wedding day!
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  • 180
  • 98 Bedrooms
  • £10,000 – £17,000
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Dragon Hall

Norwich, Norfolk
(24)
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A magnificent 15th-Century timbered trading hall and courtyard garden located in the heart of Norwich. All funds raised through weddings feed directly back into the National Centre for Writing’s charitable work and the restoration of Dragon Hall.
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  • 90
  • ~£4,250
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The Friars Aylesford

Aylesford, Kent
(18)
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A very warm welcome to The Friars, Aylesford. We are delighted that you are considering us as the reception venue for your special day.
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  • 80
  • 80 Bedrooms
  • £2,000 – £5,000
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The Engine Works

Glasgow, Glasgow City
(17)
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Weddings at The Engine Works are truly spectacular. Step into an exceptional industrial venue that is both refined and sophisticated, as well as chic and contemporary.
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  • 300
  • £4,000 – £8,000
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The Octagon Barn

Little Plumstead, Norfolk
(25)
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A 300 year old, brick-built octagon shaped barn, with 8 licensed ceremony areas.
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  • 270
  • £2,375 – £7,800
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Hopetoun House

South Queensferry, City of Edinburgh
(17)
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Hopetoun is a place of outstanding natural beauty, which has Scotland’s finest stately home at its heart. A stunning backdrop for a grand wedding celebration.
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  • 200
  • £7,200 – £18,000
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Stanhill Court

Horley, Surrey
(25)
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WEDDING SHOWCASE ON SUN 1 FEBRUARY 2026 - REGISTER ON OUR WEBSITE Stanhill Court Hotel is an exceptional venue offering bespoke weddings, we believe each wedding is as individual as each couple.
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  • 250
  • 60 Bedrooms
  • £8,397 – £11,550
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Ellenborough Park

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
(17)
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Ellenborough Park is an exceptional historic setting for weddings.
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  • 120
  • 62 Bedrooms
  • £1,499 – £5,000
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West Horsley Place

West Horsley, Surrey
(12)
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West Horsley Place is a Grade 1 listed mediaeval manor house and estate of great beauty and historic significance.
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  • 150
  • £5,000 – £10,000
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Mercure Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel

Iffley Village, Oxfordshire
(12)
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Step into a fairytale at the Oxford Hawkwell House Hotel, where your dream wedding takes center stage. With our passionate team by your side, we’ll bring every detail to life, turning your special day into a magical and unforgettable experience.
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  • 150
  • 77 Bedrooms
  • From £85.00 pp
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Michelham Priory

Nr Lewes, East Sussex
(20)
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Michelham Priory is a seven acre estate with Elizabethan wedding barn, Tudor House called The Priory, stunning formal and gardens close to the South Downs and iconic Cuckmere Valley.
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  • 130
  • £4,500 – £8,000
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Hooton Pagnell Hall Weddings

Hooton Pagnell, South Yorkshire
(32)
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Our elegant wedding venue is famed for exquisitely tasteful interiors, a rustic Tithe Barn and charming Stately Style Hall. Expect peaceful surroundings, unique touches and the warmest of welcomes...
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  • 120
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • £4,000 – £15,000
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Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

Royal Hillsborough, County Down
(12)
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Hillsborough Castle & Gardens is Northern Ireland's official royal residence and offers stunning interiors, glorious gardens and a peaceful, tranquil setting; all within 20 minutes of Belfast.
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  • 350
  • £3,600 – £10,000
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Durham Masonic Hall

Durham, County Durham
(42)
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At Durham Masonic Hall, we specialise in creating a bespoke wedding experience in the heart of Durham City.
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  • 100
  • £500 – £6,000
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Cefn Tilla Court Country Estate

Usk, Monmouthshire
(45)
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Your wedding day is all about you. At Cefn Tilla Court, we don’t believe in making you fit into a set wedding package with a limited choice of food and drinks – every wedding is like you… unique.
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  • 150
  • 26 Bedrooms
  • £4,000 – £10,000
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Bignor Park House

Pulborough, West Sussex
(17)
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Bignor Park is a unique and magical wedding venue with ‘blank canvas’ flexibility to create the best day of your life in our beautiful surroundings.
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  • 200
  • £6,950 – £7,950
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Buxton Crescent

Buxton, Derbyshire
(28)
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Say “I do” at Buxton Crescent. Buxton Crescent is a beautifully elegant setting for both wedding ceremonies and receptions. The Grade-I listed Georgian Hotel is located in the idyllic spa town.
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  • 120
  • 81 Bedrooms
  • £7,500 – £14,000
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Megginch Castle Weddings

Errol, Perth and Kinross
(10)
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Some Saturdays still free later in 2025. Why not come and take a look around this beautiful venue and grounds. Just Email [email protected] and we normally get back to you within 6 hours.
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  • 110
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • £6,750 – £7,750
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North Mymms Park

Hatfield, Hertfordshire
(17)
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Hertfordshire’s very own hidden gem! Our breath-taking 16th Century Mansion House will forever provide you with a lifetime of wonderful memories.
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  • 400
  • 27 Bedrooms
  • £7,950 – £26,950
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Glen Tanar Ballroom

Aboyne, Aberdeenshire
(16)
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A truly unforgettable venue nestled in the heart of Royal Deeside - Glen Tanar offers exclusive use of its historic Ballroom and gardens, stunning lochside views, and charming on-site cottages for the perfect wedding weekend.
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  • 160
  • 16 Bedrooms
  • £2,850 – £8,750
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Leonardo Boutique Huntingtower Perth

Perth, Perth and Kinross
(11)
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Nestled near the outskirts of Perth in the beautiful Perthshire countryside, Leonardo Boutique Hotel Huntingtower sits within six acres of manicured grounds and offers a gorgeous wedding venue. The hotel is wonderfully quaint and secluded.
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  • 150
  • 34 Bedrooms
  • £300 – £500
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Dulwich Picture Gallery

London, South East London
(12)
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Dulwich Picture Gallery is home to four unique spaces for you to choose from to celebrate your wedding day. Do you know what one you would go for?
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  • 120
  • £1,200 – £8,500
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Winstanley House

HINCKLEY ROAD, Leicestershire
(36)
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Winstanley House is the perfect backdrop to the most special of days. With two elegant ballrooms, Winstanley House caters for the most intimate of celebrations to the grandest of affairs.
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  • 450
  • 19 Bedrooms
  • £3,750 – £16,000
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Fortnum & Mason, Piccadilly

London, West Central London
(12)
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Ever dreamt of getting married at Fortnum’s? From the elegant Food & Drink Studio, perfect for an intimate engagement party, to the historic Boardroom where you can say “I do,” our flagship store offers an array of exquisite spaces.
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  • 170
  • £1,000 – £50,000
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Shortmead House

Biggleswade, Bedfordshire
(1)
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An elegant 16th century manor house with 24 acres of stunning grounds, an idyllic wedding venue for your special day.
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  • 120
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • £4,995 – £6,995
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Murrayshall Country Estate

Perth, Perth and Kinross
(8)
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Located in 365 acres of beautiful Scottish countryside, Murrayshall is the perfect place to fulfill your dreams and impress your guests with our beautiful surroundings and delicious cusine.
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  • 120
  • 40 Bedrooms
  • From £110.00 pp
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St Elizabeth's House

PLYMOUTH, Devon
(20)
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The luxurious St Elizabeth's House in South Devon is a beautiful Georgian manor, and a wonderful wedding venue for a day to treasure.
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  • 140
  • 15 Bedrooms
  • £7,995 – £12,000
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Prior Park Bath

Bath, Somerset
(35)
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An historic and stunning venue located a just a few minutes from the centre of Bath. Exclusive Wedding location, set among private and National Trust parkland.
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  • 120
  • £2,900 – £3,950
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Thrybergh Hall

Rotherham, South Yorkshire
(18)
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Nestled at the end of a picturesque tree-lined drive, Thrybergh Hall is an impressive 19th-century Neo-Gothic estate set amidst the stunning, rolling English countryside. Its enchanting beauty makes it the perfect backdrop for your wedding.
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  • 76
  • £750 – £1,250
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Canford School

Wimborne, Dorset
(12)
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In the beautiful county of Dorset and with a Grade I listed building, Canford is a wonderful and picturesque venue for your special day.
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  • 130
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • £10,600 – £23,920
FAQ's

Can I book an all inclusive package if I choose an historic wedding venue?

es, many historic wedding venues in the UK offer all-inclusive packages that include catering, flowers, music, and other wedding essentials. These packages can be a convenient and stress-free option for couples who want everything taken care of in one place. However, it's important to read the fine print and make sure that the package includes everything you need, and that there are no hidden fees or extra costs.

Do historic wedding venues include accomodation?

Many historic wedding venues in the UK do offer accommodation options for guests. This can range from onsite rooms or suites to nearby hotels or B&Bs that the venue has partnered with. Some venues may also offer exclusive use of the property for the entire wedding party, giving you and your guests a unique and unforgettable experience.

What are some of the best historic wedding venues in the UK?

The UK has a wealth of historic wedding venues that provide a unique and stunning backdrop for your special day. Some of the best include Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire, Hampton Court Palace in London, Warwick Castle in Warwickshire, Chatsworth House in Derbyshire, and Edinburgh Castle in Scotland. Each venue offers a mix of grandeur, history, and beauty that can make your wedding day truly memorable.

What is the easiest way to book an historic wedding venue?

The easiest way to book an historic wedding venue in the UK is to contact the venue directly or to work with a wedding planner who specialises in historic venues. Many venues have dedicated wedding coordinators who can guide you through the process and help you plan your dream wedding. It's important to book early as popular venues can book up quickly, especially during peak wedding season.

Will an historic wedding venue look good in photographs?

Yes, historic wedding venues can provide a stunning backdrop for your wedding photographs. With their grand architecture, beautiful gardens, and rich history, these venues offer unique and memorable settings for your special day. Professional photographers are experienced in capturing the beauty of historic venues and can help you create a visual record of your wedding that you'll treasure for years to come.

Will my historic wedding venue be haunted?

While some historic wedding venues in the UK are rumored to be haunted, this is not necessarily the case for all venues. Some venues embrace their ghostly legends and offer ghost tours, while others focus on the beauty and history of the location. If you're interested in finding out whether a particular venue is haunted, you can always ask the venue or read online reviews from previous guests.