Rustic Wedding Venues: 25 Romantic Spots to Tie the Knot
If you're after twinkling fairy lights and wooden beams on your special day, then you'll love our round-up of the best rustic wedding venues in the UK
From barn wedding venues to grand country manors, rustic wedding venues come in all shapes and sizes.
The kind of rustic wedding venue you like will depend on your style, but whichever you choose, you’re guaranteed a joyful, relaxed day in beautiful surroundings. What's more, you don't necessarily have to travel to the middle of nowhere in order to find a romantic, rustic wedding venue - you'll be surprised to know there are plenty of locations hidden in cities as well.
25 of the Most Charming Rustic Wedding Venues in the UK
To help you narrow down your choices, we’ve put together our pick of the most charming rustic wedding venues in the UK. From rustic wedding venues in Scotland and rural venues to rustic barn wedding venues and some nestled in big cities - we have something for every kind of couple.
So, if you're tired of searching for "rustic wedding venues near me", then keep reading. You're guaranteed to find the perfect spot to tie the knot!
1. Crockwell Farm – Northamptonshire
Set among the rolling Northamptonshire countryside, Crockwell Farm is a pretty farmhouse wedding venue surrounded by beautiful gardens. The 18th century oak-beamed, vaulted barn is the epitome of rustic chic, with exposed brick walls and flowers hanging from the beams.
You can also have an outdoor wedding under their pretty wooden gazebo or in their permanent marquee which has stunning views across the open valley. They’ve partnered with Ross & Ross catering who have a simple, unfussy approach to delicious food which fits with the venue’s relaxed, rustic atmosphere.
- Price: From £4,000
- Capacity: 30-220
- Deals: If you want to save money on this gorgeously rustic venue, then why not take advantage of one of the late availability deals they have on offer? Check out the vendor's listing for more information.
2. Marshwood Manor - Dorset
Marshwood Manor is a dream come true for anyone searching for rustic wedding venues in Dorset! This exclusive-use wedding venue offers weekend hire, meaning you'll truly be able to make the most of your celebrations, in the most wonderful surroundings.
The outdoor ceremony setting is simply magical - a wooden bower in ancient woodland, where you and your guests will cross the 'living bridge' over a burbling stream, before everyone takes their seats in an atmospheric amphitheatre.
The wildflower meadow also provides the perfect space for a marquee, making it an excellent choice if you're hoping for a festival style wedding.
There are also six cottages on site, so you can really prolong the festivities with your wedding party!
- Price: From £4,000
- Capacity: 2-150
- Deals: Couples looking to tie the knot in 2024 are in luck! There are plenty of late availability deals on offer at this venue. Check out the vendor's listing for all the details.
3. The Glasshouse at ANRAN – Devon
Proving it's not just barns that can pull off a wonderful rustic wedding look is the magnificent Glasshouse at ANRAN. It’s a luxury rustic wedding venue but with a simple, nature-inspired look and welcoming atmosphere. The unique glasshouse, which can hold up to 200 guests, is bursting with exotic plants and wows with very little extra decoration.
You can also host a ceremony or cocktails on the lawn by the lake or have a hog roast in their Hay Barn.
‘The Hut’ is a favourite at Hitched – a cowshed with an underground bar feel where you can party late into the night and sit around a firepit while strumming the guitar.
- Price: From £14,000
- Capacity: 2-400
4. Gate Street Barn – Surrey
A rustic barn wedding venue doesn't have to mean it won't come with modern amenities and Gate Street Barn near Guildford offers the ideal combination of rustic romance and contemporary features. Crafted in traditional style using oak trees lost in the 1987 hurricane, this luxury green oak barn is a stunning choice for rustic wedding locations.
The Gate Street Barn is a wedding venue with accommodation for up to 28 guests and if you are planning a whole wedding weekend your loved ones can kick back and relax around the outside pool and terrace area.
Though this may feel like a rural wedding venue, Surrey has excellent transport links so your guests won't have any trouble getting here.
- Price: From £1,500
- Capacity: 10-200
5. Tipis at Beaumont Hall – Hertfordshire
Both the Grade II-listed Beaumont Hall farmhouse and the tipis in its grounds truly embrace a rustic theme. These rustic wedding locations offer versatile and beautiful options that couples can transform with their own wedding décor. The tipis are our favourites, coming with fairy lights strung round the poles and fire pits outside.
Beaumont Hall is in the heart of Hertfordshire, St Albans, so it has excellent transport links to London. You wouldn’t believe you can find this kind of rustic farm wedding venue so close to the hustle and bustle of the capital.
- Price: From £10,000
- Capacity: Up to 300
- Deals: If you have your heart set on this beautiful hall, then don't wait! Couples who book before the end of August can enjoy a 10% discount on this venue.
6. Eden Barn – Cumbria
Eden Barn in Cumbria is a rustic wedding venue with a modern twist. This gorgeous traditional 200-year-old Westmorland stone barn exudes charm from the vaulted ceiling to the exposed stone walls and limestone flagged floors.
From the picturesque scenery and traditional barn features to the charming décor and canopy of fairy lights, there isn’t a rustic wedding venue out there that feels more magical than this one. Take a peek through the oak barn doors and you’ll see exactly what we mean
- Price: From £4,400
- Capacity: 2-200
7. Hayne Devon – Devon
If you want a wedding venue with soul, Hayne Devon is ideal. Set among rolling hills and surrounded by green fields, this Grade II-listed rustic wedding venue was restored with the help of English Heritage and local craftsmen to create a magical venue.
The house is light and spacious, with a magical walled garden, sun terrace and Threshing Barn, perfect for weddings and to act as a backdrop to your photos.
Hayne is a passion project for owners Tim and Milla, two musicians who provide wedding entertainment and are committed to sustainability. They grow their own sustainable flowers on site and offer a florist service as well as having an extensive list of local suppliers who believe in their vision.
You’ll have 48-hours exclusive use so enjoy a relaxed, free-spirited celebration with friends and family.
- Price: POA
- Capacity: Up to 250
8. Knightor Winery – Cornwall
A winery is a unique wedding venue and the Knightor Winery set just above St Austell Bay in Cornwall is about as rustic as they come. The vaulted threshing barn has space for you to marry with up to 90 guests, surrounded by beautiful stone walls and wooden beams.
Or, how about heading outdoors into the great Cornish countryside to enjoy the 3 acres of land this wedding venue has?
As the sun starts to set the charming courtyard at this rustic Cornwall wedding venue makes a homely location for up to 160 guests to gather for a relaxed BBQ or hog roast, sitting on haybales and keeping warm by firepits.
This charming, rustic wedding venue has no neighbours near by so you and your friends and family can party well into the night.
- Price: From £725
- Capacity: 2-150
- Deals: For couples after a smaller wedding, they can welcome up to 30 of their loved ones to enjoy an intimate celebration at this venue for £5,100. This deal includes a BBQ Wedding Breakfast, a drinks budget, overnight accommodation and so much more!
9. Dewsall Court – Herefordshire
Located in the picturesque Hereford countryside, Dewsall Court is the rustic wedding venue of your dreams. The atmosphere in this grade II listed country house wedding venue is romantic and welcoming and the surrounding 12 acres offer the same gorgeous ambience.
Stylishly decorated rooms, open fires and more await you inside, while outside you can enjoy views across the breath-taking mountains.
If combining a rustic wedding venue with modern décor and themes sounds like your idea of heaven, Dewsall Court may well just be the wedding venue for you. It also comes with accommodation for two nights for 20 people!
- Price: From £84.50
- Capacity: 10-170
- Deals: There are no less than five amazing deals on offer at this gorgeous venue, ranging from corkage deals to late availability discounts all year round. Check out the vendor's storefront for all the details!
10. Cripps Barn – Gloucestershire
Cripps Barn is one of the most beautiful rustic wedding locations in Cirencester, and has been open for parties since 1990. The traditional brick barn can hold up to 150 seated guests and has outdoor space too if you’d prefer an al fresco ceremony.
The grounds and décor aren’t the only selling point at Cripps Barn.
Their menu is pretty incredible too with an indoor BBQ and rotisserie available all-year-round to add some theatre to your reception dinner. All in all, this is the perfect venue to make all your rustic wedding dreams come true.
- Price: Menus from £150
- Capacity: 50-150
11. Cain Manor – Surrey
Cain Manor is a stunning, exclusive rustic wedding venue in Surrey.
The manor house was restored in the early 2000s and, despite having capacity for up to 150 wedding guests, has a cosy and romantic feel to it. Of course, rural wedding venues aren't complete without wood-beamed ceilings and a beautiful barn ceremony room and Cain Manor ticks all the boxes.
It’s a beautiful country house and barn wedding venue complete with 14 guest bedrooms, unbeatable views, and Harper Wedding Venues’ experienced wedding coordinators on hand to make your day run smoothly.
- Price: POA
- Capacity: Up to 170
- Deals: Across a limited amount of dates until March 2025, couples can hire this venue at the discounted price of £2,400. Visit the vendor's storefront for more information.
12. The Normans – North Yorkshire
If you and your partner are hopeless romantics and want your wedding day to reflect that, why not consider The Normans in North Yorkshire? This magical farm wedding venue is bursting with charm and contemporary rustic décor. Featuring an enchanting wall of cascading fairy lights to marry in front of, it epitomises ‘country cool’.
From the festoon lighting-filled courtyard to the unique marquee housed inside an old farm building, the list of quirky and special features at The Normans is never-ending. Their furniture and tables are made from reclaimed wood for that natural, aged look which will really stand out in photos.
You won't want to miss out on this rustic wedding venue in Yorkshire.
- Price: POA
- Capacity: 50-150
13. Grange Barn – Cheshire
When it comes to attention to detail the Grange Barn in the heart of Cheshire's countryside has thought of every little touch to make this wedding venue magical wherever you are.
From the festoons of fairy lights and the wooden bar, to the corrugated steel bathrooms and tarnished metal sinks, the whole wedding venue encompasses rustic décor.
Indoor ceremonies at this rustic Cheshire wedding venue are held in the main barn where your guests can sit under a canopy of bunting and greenery, or if you wish to marry in a traditional church wedding venue, simply head down the road to the local lakeside location.
- Price: From £6,400
- Capacity: 2-200
- Deals: For selected weekends throughout 2025, this venue is offering a £600 discount on all three-day weekend venue hire. Check out the vendor's storefront to take advantage of this deal!
14. River Cottage – Devon
Could you see yourself getting married at a wedding venue in the countryside? River Cottage in Devon is a gorgeous countryside and coastal wedding venue, located just a short distance from the beautiful Jurassic Coast.
With 65 acres of farmland to explore and unspoilt views of Devon’s rolling countryside, this rustic yet modern wedding venue is a perfectly picturesque place to say ‘I do’.
Naturally – being owned by chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall – the food is a major draw here. Complement your rural setting with a menu of the finest home-grown, local, organic and seasonal ingredients, cooked with love by their talented in-house chefs.
- Price: Menus from £85
- Capacity: 10-120
- Deals: This venue has a particularly special offer available
15. The Granary Estates – Suffolk
The Granary Estates is an award-winning rustic wedding venue located in the quaint village of Woodditton in Suffolk. This gorgeous barn wedding venue has a choice of two barns, The Granary Barn and the Flint Barn, for couples to choose from.
Built in the 18th century, this historic wedding venue boasts charming original features which only add to the overall rustic theme.
With flint walls, original timber beams and surrounded by picturesque cornfields, it’s an idyllic spot to tie the knot. The open glass walkway that links the two barns also leads to a private courtyard – the perfect place for sunny reception drinks in the summer months.
- Price: From £4,000
- Capacity: 20-240
16. Trevenna – Cornwall
Unlike some rustic wedding venues in Cornwall, the gorgeous Trevenna offers couples exclusive hire for up to three days. With that, you’ll have free roam of the garden venue and Threshing Barn here, plus there’s 142 acres of Cornish countryside to explore and a handcrafted oak and slate Arbour to marry under outside.
Their barns look stunning all-year-round and you’ll find a magical space to celebrate with up to 150 guests regardless of the weather.
In keeping with the local, homey feel, your menu will be created on the day by Trevenna’s kitchen from that day’s produce. The bars are stocked with local ales, lagers, ciders and a range of Cornwall-made spirits.
- Price: From £7,750
- Capacity: 40-120
- Deals: If you're after a wedding package that makes planning nice and simple, then their midweek deal is just the ticket. Available from £13,250, it includes a two-night use of the venue, a drinks and food budget, and access to the luxurious facilities.
17. Healey Barn – Northumberland
Unlike many rustic wedding venues, Healey Barn was only restored and launched as a venue in 2015 - but this gorgeous barn wedding venue has plenty to shout about.
The Long Barn is lit by 100 candles and fairy lights for a stunning ceremony space, plus it has a large roaring fire in the winter, while a courtyard transforms into an enchanting evening space with firepits and lanterns.
Not ready to have just one day in the charming exterior and grand interior of Healey Barn? They’ve just opened accommodation for up to 34 people in the recently renovated Healey Hall so you and your nearest and dearest can celebrate with breakfast too.
If you’re looking for a new wedding venue that’s bursting with style, Healy Barn could be the one for you.
- Price: POA
- Capacity: Up to 250
18. Notley Abbey – Oxfordshire
Notley Abbey is a glamorous yet rustic wedding venue in Oxford that dates back to the 12th century and was once the home of Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh. Set on the Oxfordshire-Buckinghamshire border, this beautiful, rustic wedding venue is one of the finest around.
It still holds onto its monastic history with your wedding breakfast whipped up by their world-class banqueting team and served in the restored Monks’ Refectory, parts of which date back to 1192 and which used to host the daily meals of the monks.
Inside the house, you’ll find the grand Abbott’s Hall, an oak-beamed reception rooms featuring warm, open fire places. Upstairs are nine luxury bedrooms.
- Price: Menus from £110
- Capacity: 40-250
- Deals: Act fast if you love this venue, as they've just released a limited amount of dates through to 2025 that offers 24-hour exclusive hire of Notley Abbey from just £2,000.
19. Old Gore Barn - Gloucestershire
If rustic is what you want, then you should check out rustic wedding venues in Cirencester. With it's woodburning stove, exposed beams and greenery, Old Gore Barn is guaranteed to give your wedding an idyllic pastoral feel that will be amazing to look back on for years to come.
After tying the knot, you and your guests can really get the party started over in the courtyard, with dreamy views over the Cotswolds.
Canapes and prosecco will whet your appetite for the main meal, served in the Long Barn, which will soon be turned into the dancefloor for you and up to 200 guests.
It's all about the thoughtful little touches here, and Old Gore Barn offers quirky perks such as late-night savoury doughnuts, Asado fire pit and company pub to keep your wedding party satisfied throughout the entire night. There aren't many rustic wedding venues in the Cotsowlds that beat this one.
- Price: From £7,700
- Capacity: 65-150
20. The Ashridge Great Barn - Devon
No matter whether you want an indoor wedding, outdoor wedding or woodland wedding, The Ashridge Great Barn will be able to help you out. This charming rustic wedding venue in Devon can be found nestled in a picturesque green valley and boasts an impressive history of over 500 years.
The team here are more than happy to give couples free reign to decorate the venue to their tastes, giving you the chance to go crazy with your candles and fairy lights.
The beautiful barn can host 140 seated guests or 200 standing guests, giving you plenty of room to throw a lavish party.
If you want to escape from the noise, you can chill by the fire pit or snug area - the perfect way to round off your big day.
- Price: From £8,000
- Capacity: 40-200
- Deals: To make things even easier, this venue offers a deal for all couples who book through Hitched that allows them free on-site coordination on their big day.
21. Kinkell Byre - Fife and Angus
Scenic coastal views, a convenient location and a history that stretches back to the 1700s make Kinkell Byre a dreamy rustic wedding venue in Scotland. It's perfect for larger weddings, accommodating up to 450 guests.
Kick things off by entering through the magical entranceway before holding your ceremony underneath a canopy of twinkling lights. The Long Shed is the perfect place to host a drinks reception before moving your guests into the main dining room for food and drinks.
Kinkell Byre is a blank canvas venue, giving you the space to make your ideas come to life.
Not only that, the team here have 16 years experience in event planning and will be on hand throughout the planning process to help you out.
- Price: From £5,500
- Capacity: 60-300
- Deals: This venue has two special deals available to Hitched couples ranging from off-peak discounts to special prices for midweek weddings. Check out the vendor's storefront for all the details!
22. Thicket Priory - North Yorkshire
If you're after a traditional, rustic setting with a luxurious upgrade for your special day, then Thicket Priory could be just the ticket. Located in the rolling North Yorkshire countryside, couples and their guests will feel completely secluded from the hustle and bustle of city life.
You wouldn't believe that York is just a 20-minute journey away!
Situated on 18 acres of idyllic gardens and surrounded by a nature reserve, the property boasts 35 ensuite bedrooms. The use of these bedrooms for the couple and their guests is included in the hire price, so everyone can enjoy a stay on this tranquil estate.
With a stunning banqueting room that can seat up to 160, a choice of ceremony rooms, and even a private chapel, each wedding here is totally unique depending on how the couple chooses to use the venue.
- Price: From £12,000
- Capacity: 70-160
23. Weston Manor Hotel - Oxfordshire
Oxfordshire is home to some of the most beautiful buildings in the UK, and Weston Manor Hotel is one of them. Dating back almost 1000 years, the manor can cater for weddings of all sizes thanks to their variety of celebration rooms, such as The Lavender Room, Baron's Hall and The Tudor Room.
For larger affairs, the venue can host up to 400 people in an outdoor marquee. The Secret Garden is even licensed, so your party can carry on al-fresco and into the night! It's also the perfect backdrop to exchange vows, as its filled with breathtaking flowers, trees and manicured lawns.
- Price: Menus from £115
- Capacity: 10-400
- Deals: As well as a special Wedding Package deal, couples that book with Hitched can also enjoy 5% off their venue hire. Visit this vendor's storefront for all the details!
24. Preston Court - Kent
If you're after a rustic woodland escape, then you'll love Preston Court. Surrounded by verdant gardens and tall trees, the venue is set on a 600-acre farm and features an incredible 17th-century oak frame barn, and hosts the perfect bohemian celebration.
Having hosted many incredible festival-themed weddings and boho ceremonies, the venue comes well-equipped with a barnyard filled with vintage fairground games, kilners jars of cocktails, and beers from the Missi-sippi drinks canoe. There's even a Gigglebox video diary room for guests to leave a special message to the happy couple, and a vintage carousel!
When the party's over, guests can sleep under the stars in a beautiful bell tent before waking up to a lazy breakfast in the morning, before arriving back in London in less than an hour.
- Price: Menus from £43
- Capacity: 15-180
- Deals: In 2025, couples that book with Hitched can hire the venue for any available Friday, and only pay the Thursday rate. Plus, if you book the Merry-Go-Round Wedding Package in 2025, they'll upgrade you to the Showman's Package free of charge - saving you £2,226! That's a deal that can't be missed.
25. The Ashes Barns and Country House - Staffordshire
When it comes to rustic charm, The Ashes Barns and Country House has it in bucket-loads. Set across 50-acres of stunning countryside, the idyllic location is filled with natural beauty for guests to soak up. Complete with an exquisite country house, sensational gardens and a sparkling pond to use at your leisure, its the perfect spot for an unforgettable celebration.
From the spacious dressing rooms to the renovated barn, the Grade II property can hold up to 150 guests. The venue provides award-winning staff and event coordinator to ensure that your big day flows seamlessly. There's also onsite accommodation in the Country House, which can hold up to 16 guests. And the best part?
This venue doesn't charge corkage fees, so you're welcome to bring along your favourite drinks free of charge!
- Price: POA
- Capacity: Up to 150
- Deals: There are plenty of ways to save money on this rustic venue, from a 20% late availability deal to a midweek discount. Just head to the vendor's storefront for all the details.
For more rustic wedding venue inspiration, be sure to check out our range of effortlessly beautiful barn wedding venues – they’re to die for!
