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Congratulations on your engagement!
Welcome to Stourhead. Inspired by the painted masterpieces of the past, Stourheads Palladian landscape garden was lovingly crafted in the 1700’s and is described as a ‘living work of art’.
Specialising in small intimate ceremonies for up to 80 people, across all of our temples and mansion house, each has its own unique charm and ambience. Our dedicated team understand that you want your day to be personal to you.
Post ceremony, we are offer a variety of reception locations from a field for a marquee seating hosting up to 200 people to small intimate gatherings inside the Gothic Cottage and Temple of Flora for just 12 - 16 people. The village of Stourton next to the garden entrance and in the heart of the estate also provides accommodation and reception options.
We welcome bookings from April - September and book up to two years in advance and are currently taking bookings for 2027. We will release our calendar and pricing for 2028 in September.
Please contact us for a brochure and availability for wedding show rounds.
By booking your wedding with Stourhead, you are helping us to look after this special place.
We look forward to making your ceremony one you will cherish forever.
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Reviews (12)
- NN & G23/01/2026A truly perfect day....A truly perfect day....We just wanted to say a HUGE thank you to every single person who helped out on our wedding day and throughout the preparations! Your team did a fantastic job at keeping the day running smoothly and stress free. We couldn't have been happier with the day, it was truly perfect! Thank you for making our dream come true!We just wanted to say a HUGE thank you to every single person who helped out on our wedding day and throughout the preparations! Your team did a fantastic job at keeping the day running smoothly and stress free. We couldn't have been happier with the day, it was truly perfect! Thank you for making our dream come true!
- AA & D23/01/2026The Most Magical Day of our LivesThe Most Magical Day of our LivesThank you so much for making our wedding day the most magical day of our lives. We are so grateful for our beautiful gift too. All our love. Thank you so much for making our wedding day the most magical day of our lives. We are so grateful for our beautiful gift too. All our love.
- CC & M23/01/2026A big Thank YouA big Thank YouThank you so much for helping to make our wedding day an extra special one. We really appreciated it! Thank you so much for helping to make our wedding day an extra special one. We really appreciated it!
- BB&R23/01/2026A privilege to have our wedding with youA privilege to have our wedding with youWe cannot thank you enough for everything you did to create the day of our dreams. We felt looked after and supported, and you handled the inclement and unpredictable weather with complete aplomb! It was a privilege to have our wedding with you at Stourhead. We cannot thank you enough for everything you did to create the day of our dreams. We felt looked after and supported, and you handled the inclement and unpredictable weather with complete aplomb! It was a privilege to have our wedding with you at Stourhead.
- FF & A23/01/2026Deeply Grateful for your hardwork and dedicationDeeply Grateful for your hardwork and dedicationWe wanted to thank you sincerely for being part of our wedding, and all all your help on our wedding day. Your professionalism, creativity and support made our day so perfect and made the occassion so memorable not only for us, but also our family and friends. We are deeply grateful for your hard work and dedication - it truly shone through. We wanted to thank you sincerely for being part of our wedding, and all all your help on our wedding day. Your professionalism, creativity and support made our day so perfect and made the occassion so memorable not only for us, but also our family and friends. We are deeply grateful for your hard work and dedication - it truly shone through.
- JJ&J23/01/2026Above and Beyond on our Wedding DayAbove and Beyond on our Wedding DayWe were genuinely moved by your kindness. We are especially grateful for the way you went above and beyond with your support on our wedding day. Your passion and care made our wedding day perfect, and we will always remember it!We were genuinely moved by your kindness. We are especially grateful for the way you went above and beyond with your support on our wedding day. Your passion and care made our wedding day perfect, and we will always remember it!
- II & L26/09/2024You were amazing and so kindYou were amazing and so kindThank you so much for making I and L's wedding run so smoothly we all had a wonderful day and this was largely due to your professionalism and care. We thought you were amazing and so kind. The backdrop that Stourhead provided for the photos was outstanding and reflects the expertise of the gardeners there. Thank you all.Thank you so much for making I and L's wedding run so smoothly we all had a wonderful day and this was largely due to your professionalism and care. We thought you were amazing and so kind. The backdrop that Stourhead provided for the photos was outstanding and reflects the expertise of the gardeners there. Thank you all.
- PPetite Rose Captures26/09/2024So Impressed with organisationSo Impressed with organisationI just wanted to send a message to say a huge thank you to you and your team for everything on Saturday. I was so impressed with how well everything was organised and how friendly everyone was! My first visit to Stourhead was wonderful!I just wanted to send a message to say a huge thank you to you and your team for everything on Saturday. I was so impressed with how well everything was organised and how friendly everyone was! My first visit to Stourhead was wonderful!
- BB.L23/09/2024Thank you for your teams kindness and support. Thank you for your teams kindness and support.My disabled husband has asked me to request that you thank all your staff for their kindness and help he received, without exception, when we were attending the wedding of our grandson on Saturday last. The attention he received helped to make this special day even more enjoyable. This was our first visit to Stourhead and it will not be our last. My disabled husband has asked me to request that you thank all your staff for their kindness and help he received, without exception, when we were attending the wedding of our grandson on Saturday last. The attention he received helped to make this special day even more enjoyable. This was our first visit to Stourhead and it will not be our last.
- DD & A23/09/2024It was the day of our dreams!It was the day of our dreams!Thank you for all your hard work and planning that went into making our wedding at the Temple of Apollo so special. It was the day of our dreams and exceeded our expectations. Thank you also for the card and gift - a lovely reminder of our best day ever. Thank you for all your hard work and planning that went into making our wedding at the Temple of Apollo so special. It was the day of our dreams and exceeded our expectations. Thank you also for the card and gift - a lovely reminder of our best day ever.
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Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?
Each wedding is unique and personal to the couple. The best weddings for our team are those where the couple express who they are by adding personal touches to their ceremony. This is your day, do it your way!
Describe the best wedding that happened at your venue?
Each wedding is unique and personal to the couple. The best weddings for our team are those where the couple express who they are by adding personal touches to their ceremony. This is your day, do it your way!
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Always ask your venue to hold your date and check with your county registrars / celebrant before making the booking.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Always ask your venue to hold your date and check with your county registrars / celebrant before making the booking.
Where does the income from your ceremony go?
Stourhead is part of the National Trust and as such, we have a duty to look after, conserve our property so that it can be enjoyed by everyone for ever. When you book with us, the income we generate from the ceremonies and events stays at Stourhead and helps us to look after the property and the many conservation projects we undertake.
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
Iconic, Unique, Grand, Personal, Tranquil
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
Iconic, Unique, Grand, Personal, Tranquil
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
Stourhead was created with a 'painterly eye' and this means we have many locations for beautiful photography. The views across the lake as well as the Temple of Apollo are truly stunning for group images or why not head onto the bridge at golden hour for some couple shots.
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
The view from the Temple of Apollo is beautiful backdrop for group shots, with the Palladian Bridge offering truly special couple images or why not re-create the famous Pride and Prejudice scene by being Elizabeth Bennet and Mr Darcy.
What is the best time of year to get married at Stourhead?
As a venue we are open throughout the year and the views are beautiful year round. We provide ceremonies from April to September to maximise these views and weather and each month has its own unique look and feel.
Whether you are looking for the first blossom and signs of Spring in April to the bright colourful blooms from the Rhododendrons over May and June to the first signs of Autumn colour in September. Each month will provide a spectacular backdrop to your ceremony within the gardens or house of Stourhead.
Favourite Location?
We have multiple locations for your ceremony onsite and we work with each couples tastes and group size to ensure the perfect location for them. Whether you are looking for a Jane Austen vibe at the Temple of Apollo or a classic Roman setting at The Pantheon or perhaps a small intimate cottage .... we have multiple choices each with stunning views year round.
Do you offer Sustainable Wedding Experiences
As an environmental and conservation charity, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We encourage all of our couples to think sustainably and assist with idea's and proposals when needed.
As the venue, we are on a journey to become carbon neutral and look for sustainable options in everything we do. From all electric vehicles, and electric car charging points to sustainable local producers on our supplier list through to green energy and less waste where ever possible. We work with our couples to create a sustainable and beautiful wedding.
What is your venue's most unique feature?
The property has been featured in several films over many years, but possibly the most famous is the scene where Elizabeth Bennett refuses Mr Darcy in the 2006 adaptation of Jane Austens, Pride and Prejudice. The scene was filmed at the Temple of Apollo and many couples choose to say their vows in the same location.
What is your venue's most unique feature?
The property has been featured in several films over many years, but possibly the most famous is the scene where Elizabeth Bennett refuses Mr Darcy in the 2006 adaptation of Jane Austens, Pride and Prejudice. The scene was filmed at the Temple of Apollo and many couples choose to say their vows in the same location.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
We are proud to be part of the National Trust, with the proceeds from your wedding going back into looking after this special place for generations to come.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
We are proud to be part of the National Trust Charity. When you marry at Stourhead, you are helping us to look after this special place for generations to come.
