Unusual Wedding Venues

Why choose a traditional wedding location when you could ensure all your guests have a memorable time at an unusual wedding venue! From sporting venues such as racecourses and football stadiums, to museums, nightclubs, and caves. Couples have even tied the knot while sky diving or scuba diving! Whatever your personality and interests are, you’ll sure be able to find that unique and unusual wedding venue that’s sure to be a head turner
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Apex Temple Court Hotel

London, East Central London
(10)
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Say 'I do' in the heart of one of the UK's most dynamic cities. Our contemporary, chic spaces can be transformed to fit the vision of your big day - we will make sure everything is perfect.
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  • 40
  • 184 Bedrooms
  • ~£750
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Apex City of London Hotel

London, East Central London
(10)
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Say 'I do' in the heart of one of the UK's most dynamic cities. Our contemporary, chic spaces can be transformed to fit the vision of your big day - we will make sure everything is perfect.
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  • 102
  • 179 Bedrooms
  • From £120.00 pp
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Dynamic Earth

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
(2)
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With the spectacular backdrop of Salisbury Crags and the impressive canopy structure, Dynamic Earth is a unique venue with a subtle heritage twist.
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  • 150
  • From £110.00 pp
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Studio 9294 & The Canal Boat

London, East London
(2)
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This outstanding location is composed of two blank canvas industrial spaces with high ceilings, and an outdoors area which is connected to our beautiful canal-side boat.
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  • 300
  • £250 – £4,000
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The Leaping Trout

Bickleigh, Devon
(13)
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The Leaping Trout is a riverside wedding venue with exclusive use, creative freedom, and a relaxed, fun vibe. With outdoor spaces, a private nightclub, boutique accommodation, and no corkage fees, it’s perfect for unique celebrations tailored to you.
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  • 85
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • £2,000 – £5,000
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Sarastro

London, West Central London
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Sarastro Restaurant in London offers a truly unique and enchanting setting for your wedding. Located in the heart of Covent Garden, this opulent venue is famed for its eclectic décor, blending rich theatrical elements with a vibrant atmosphere.
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  • 180
  • £5,000 – £25,000
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RHS Garden Wisley

Woking, Surrey
(11)
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RHS Garden Wisley is a unique and beautiful setting for your wedding reception. With several venues to choose from and a hands on events team, your special day will be truly memorable.
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  • 200
  • £5,000 – £15,100
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The Astbury Golf & Lodge Resort

Chelmarsh, Shropshire
(8)
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With a choice of The Manor House or our manicured Wallen Garden, which features our brand new 3-hat twinkling fairy light TIPI, you will be sure to find your perfect 'I do'.
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  • 120
  • £5,800 – £14,999
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Hills Farm Stays

Axminster, Devon
(9)
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Cranberries Hideaway is perfect for your country wedding. This beautiful location was a former dairy farm so has a rustic aesthetic, with sea and countryside views.
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  • 140
  • 32 Bedrooms
  • £1,500 – £2,500
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Garden Museum

London, East Central London
(12)
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Situated by the River Thames and next to Lambeth Palace, The Garden Museum provides the perfect and unique location for your wedding reception.
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  • 120
  • ~£7,500
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The Sheepshed

Presteigne, Powys
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The Sheepshed is a unique space for your wedding, or event and one which you can make completely your own.
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  • 140
  • £3,000 – £6,000
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George Vaults

Rochester, Kent
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This truly unique venue was once a church, then an inn, and now provides the perfect venue for a wedding day in a remarkable 14th century Vault!
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  • 50
  • £300 – £1,000
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Cornish Camels

Helston, Cornwall
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Set on the breathtakingly beautiful Lizard Peninsula, Cornish Camels offers an enchanting setting for your exclusive wedding.
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  • 150
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • £1,000 – £10,000
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Drum Castle

by Banchory, Aberdeenshire
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The National Trust for Scotland's Drum Castle near Aberdeen, with its medieval history, beautiful grounds and delightful chapel, is a spectacular wedding venue!
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  • 45
  • 1 Bedroom
  • £750 – £6,000
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The Holburne Museum

Bath, Somerset
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Enviably set at the head of Bath’s famous Great Pulteney Street and surrounded by the splendour of Sydney Gardens, The Holburne Museum is a beautiful and unique location for your wedding.
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  • 70
  • £1,080 – £6,000
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Brunel's SS Great Britain

Bristol, Somerset
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For a truly unique and memorable celebration, the SS Great Britain is the perfect venue for your wedding, offering ceremonies and receptions on board the worlds first luxury ocean liner.
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  • 160
  • £500 – £2,900
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English Oak Vineyard Weddings

Lytchett Matravers, Dorset
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Looking for a wedding reception that's right in the heart of a 23 acres vineyard, with expert wedding planners to help you organise everything for a relaxed and truly magical day? Look no further!
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  • 200
  • From £3,500
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Silverwood Resort

Perth, Perth and Kinross
(1)
New wedding venue in Perthshire. Rustic Bistro and Barn extension seats up to 200 comfortably, situated beside a trout stocked lochin. Accommodation for up to 94 guests in 19 lodges.
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  • 200
  • 19 Bedrooms
  • Upon request
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Bury St Edmunds Guildhall

Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
The Guildhall sits in the heart of the charming and historic Suffolk town of Bury St Edmunds. This beautiful and fully licensed Grade I Listed building is the ideal setting to hold your wedding ceremony, reception, and evening party.
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  • 80
  • Upon request
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Alfriston Gardens

Polegate, East Sussex
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An exquisite Sussex wedding venue set in the South Downs National Park, offering stunning gardens, a beautiful collection of barns, shepherd huts and lodges. Combined, this makes Alfriston Gardens the perfect setting for your special day.
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  • 155
  • 25 Bedrooms
  • £7,000 – £10,500
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Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings

Bromsgrove, Worcestershire
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Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings is a wonderfully unique wedding venue with extensive grounds and gardens, which will certainly be an exceptional venue choice for your special day.
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  • 120
  • Up to £3,600
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Copthorne Hotel Aberdeen

Aberdeen, Aberdeen City
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A wonderfully historic and charming building in the heart of Aberdeen's city centre, the Copthorne Hotel Aberdeen offers a simple and elegant venue for you to celebrate your special day.
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  • 150
  • 87 Bedrooms
  • Up to £500
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The London Canal Museum

London, North London
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London Canal Museum is a place of character where you can arrive by boat, choose your own caterer, pay no corkage, and enjoy our unique surroundings as you celebrate with up to 200 guests.
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  • 120
  • £400 – £2,350
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Lucy Wong

London, West Central London
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Lucy Wong is a chic venue in Fitzrovia, London, perfect for private hire and wedding receptions. Inspired by 1950s Hong Kong, it offers an intimate setting with stylish interiors, a private courtyard, and customizable menus featuring Asian-themed coc
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  • 80
  • £2,000 – £30,000
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The Dorothy Clive Garden

Willoughbridge, Shropshire
Situated on the borders of Staffordshire, Cheshire and Shropshire there are stunning views of the surrounding countryside in this magical setting. Marriages and civil ceremonies can be held outdoors in our beautiful 12 acre hillside garden.
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  • 150
  • Luxury ($$$)
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Parade House

Trowbridge, Wiltshire
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If you are looking for that Bridgerton dream, our beautiful and intimate Grade 1 Listed Georgian townhouse, with its grand staircase and elegant ballroom, is available for Exclusive Use hire for your wedding ceremony and reception.
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  • 54
  • £2,505 – £4,000
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Jupiter Artland

Wilkieston, West Lothian
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Every wedding is different. At Jupiter, we pride ourselves on providing a unique, tailor-made experience for your special day.
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  • 80
  • £750 – £6,000
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Temple of Peace

Cardiff, Cardiff
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The Temple of Peace is different from other venues in Cardiff. We are not owned by a private business; we are managed by the charity the Welsh Centre for International Affairs.
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  • 160
  • From £2,995
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The Beatles Story

Liverpool, Merseyside
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This is the perfect wedding setting for Beatles fans, an iconic and unique backdrop to make your day extra special.
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  • 60
  • From £25.00 pp
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Weddings at Twickenham

Twickenham, Greater London
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If you're looking for a wedding reception venue in London, offering a sense of occasion and intimacy, they don't come any more special than Twickenham Stadium.
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  • 800
  • 156 Bedrooms
  • £7,200 – £9,600
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Wilton's Music Hall

London, East Central London
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Wilton's Music Hall is the finest surviving example of a first generation music hall in the world and makes for an incredibly inspiring and beautiful wedding venue.
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  • 144
  • £8,500 – £10,500
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The Flint Room

Norwich, Norfolk
The Flint Room is one of Norwich’s most exciting licensed venues for celebrating a wide range of non-religious ceremonies. A Church that's not a Church!
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  • Moderate ($$)
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Battersea Arts Centre

London, South West London
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Battersea Arts Centre is a historic wedding venue located in South West London. If you've been searching for a one-of-a-kind setting nearby central London, look no further than our venue's breathtaking Grand Hall, full of Victorian-era style.
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  • 350
  • £9,500 – £13,750
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Horniman Museum and Gardens

London, South East London
The Horniman Museum and Gardens is home to three unique spaces all licensed for weddings, situated within 16 acres of stunning gardens. A Victorian Conservatory, Garden Pavilion and Bandstand.
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  • 120
  • Luxury ($$$)
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The Hammer and Pincers

Newton Aycliffe, County Durham
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Country pub with 5 acres. We host weddings and events in our pub & our new Cruck Marquee - this is a new, rustic but elegant marquee, brand new to the North East of England. Holding up to 250 guests
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  • 160
  • £2,000 – £5,000
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We The Curious

Bristol, Bristol
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We The Curious is a truly unique venue, perfect if you want something extraordinary that you and your guests will never forget.
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  • 300
  • £1,200 – £2,500
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Pinewood Park

Scarborough, North Yorkshire
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Celebrate your 'glamping wedding' at our unique and memorable north-yorkshire venue & enjoy exclusive hire of the whole site.
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  • 60
  • 40 Bedrooms
  • ~£7,999
FAQ's

Am I able to invite a large number of guests to the wedding if I choose an unusual wedding venue?

The number of guests that can be accommodated at an unusual wedding venue will vary depending on the venue's size and capacity. Some venues may have more space and can accommodate a larger number of guests, while others may have a more intimate feel and are better suited for smaller weddings. It is important to check with the venue coordinator about the maximum capacity and ensure that it can accommodate the number of guests you plan to invite.

Are unusual wedding venues likely to have restrictions on things like timings and music?

Unusual wedding venues may have different restrictions and requirements compared to more traditional wedding venues. For example, some venues may have strict noise restrictions or may not be available for weddings on certain days of the week. It is important to check with the venue coordinator about any restrictions or requirements before booking the venue to avoid any surprises on the day.

Are unusual wedding venues usually exclusive hire?

Many unusual wedding venues offer exclusive hire, which means that the entire venue will be reserved for your wedding celebration. This can be a great option for couples who want more privacy or who want to have more control over the event planning process.

What are some of the benefits of choosing an unusual wedding venue?

Choosing an unusual wedding venue can provide a unique and memorable experience for you and your guests. It can also offer a more personalized touch to your wedding and allow you to showcase your personality and interests as a couple. Unusual wedding venues can also provide a stunning backdrop for photographs and create a special ambiance that cannot be found in more traditional wedding venues.

What are some unusual types of wedding venue to think about?

There are many unique and unusual wedding venue options available for those who want to have a one-of-a-kind wedding experience. These include museums, art galleries, botanical gardens, castles, zoos, aquariums, barns, and even treehouses. Some couples may choose to get married on a yacht or a private island, while others may opt for a destination wedding in an exotic location.

What sort of entertainment idea are there if I am getting married at an unusual wedding venue?

The entertainment options for unusual wedding venues are limitless and depend on the type of venue and the couple's preferences. For example, if you are getting married at a museum or art gallery, you can hire a live painter or a caricature artist to create unique wedding souvenirs. If you are getting married on a yacht, you can have a live band or a DJ to provide music entertainment for your guests. Some couples even opt for unique entertainment options such as acrobats, fire dancers, or magicians.