The Most Beautiful Wedding Venues in Cheltenham
Cheltenham may be famous for its spas and historical character, but it also boasts a range of impressive wedding venues. Not sure where to start? Here are our favourites...
Nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds is Cheltenham, a Regency spa town that's brimming with fascinating history, striking architecture, beautiful countryside charm, and stylish places to eat, drink and stay. If you're after a stunning setting for your wedding, you can't do much better than a Cheltenham wedding venue.
From rustic barns to country manor houses and restored coaching inns, we've picked our favourite wedding venues in Cheltenham and the surrounding areas which we're sure you're going to fall in love with. The town itself has so much going on that it's the perfect place for guests to make a weekend of, and it's easily accessible from London and beyond.
13 Beautiful Wedding Venues in Cheltenham
Whatever your wedding budget and wedding theme, we guarantee you'll find your dream wedding venue in Cheltenham in our list below - there really is something for everyone here.
1. Manor By The Lake
Manor By The Lake is an award-winning. exclusive-use country house set on the edge of Cheltenham in the middle of the Cotswolds. Surrounded by seven acres of enchanting private grounds, with a beautiful Italian Pavilion and its namesake lake, this is a a truly spectacular and romantic setting for a wedding.
Licensed for outdoor ceremonies and indoor ceremonies for up to 300 guests, the team are experienced in catering for large cultural and religious weddings, but can also help plan much more intimate gatherings.
After a gorgeous wedding in the Grand Ballroom or under the Pavilion, you can enjoy a delicious dinner, from mouth-watering street food, a vegan-friendly feast or a decadent three-course sit-down meal.
You'll fall into bed in one of their 12 beautifully-appointed bedrooms; think free-standing baths, four-poster beds and luxurious décor. The rooms suit the vibe of the venue so well: luxurious, stylish and romantic.
2. Stone Barn
You'll find Stone Barn on the Gloucestershire-Oxfordshire border, between Burford and Northleach. Perched on a peaceful hill, these adjoining historic Dutch barns offer sweeping views over the Cotswolds and amazing original features, like flagstone floors, a huge open fireplace, wooden beams and cool corrugated iron roofs.
Whether you choose an outdoor ceremony overlooking the glorious countryside or a candlelit indoor ceremony, every spot here is a dream. You can host 120 for the ceremony and 250 for an evening reception, but don't be afraid to host a small wedding ceremony here too - it has seriously cosy vibes.
If you're looking for special touches, Stone Barn has lots, including a giant indoor BBQ (Britain's largest, even!) where they'll generously cater for your guests. The large, open terrace has roaring fire pits to keep guests warm and is the perfect spot for post-ceremony drinks in summer or winter.
It's part of Cripps &Co, a family-run venue group that has over 30 years experience in creating weddings, so you're in safe hands here.
3. The Barn at Upcote
Tucked away down a long private drive near the village of Withington, The Barn at Upcote is a beautiful, secluded set of Cotswold stone barns that are ideal for an elegant rustic wedding.
Set around a lovely courtyard, the barns are a dream blank canvas for decorating exactly how you want and their set-up helps your day flow beautifully. You'll find flexible spaces for your ceremony, reception, wedding breakfast and evening entertainment, alongside an on-site bar. All that space means it's great come rain or shine - your day will run smoothly regardless of the British weather!
There are numerous locations around the venue and on the surrounding farmland that make a gorgeous backdrop for your photos - frankly, the barns alone have stolen our heart!
The Barn at Upcote can hose up to 110 people for your ceremony and wedding breakfast in their Threshing Barn, while a further 40 can join you to dance the night away.
4. The Frogmill
We can't get enough of the views at Cotswold wedding venues, and The Frogmill has bags of them. Nestled in the hills on the edge of Shipton Oliffe and Andoversford, this 17th century inn is an idyllic spot on the edge of Cheltenham, with easy access from London.
This 28-bedroom hotel is picture-perfect, with extensive grounds, a river and watermill, and restored period features. The dramatic vaulted ceiling in the airy Mill room is great for ceremonies and has a beautiful minstrel gallery imported from France that makes for a truly romantic arrival of the couple and wedding party.
The raised sun terrace is one of our favourite spots and overlooks the landscaped gardens. It's the perfect spot for reception drinks with loved ones and your photographer will thank you for giving them such a backdrop to shoot at.
On cooler days, The Snug can host you inside - don't be fooled by the name, there's plenty of room for all your guests in this classically-styled lounge. Think cost sofas, rustic-luxe wooden décor and plenty of Cotswold charm so you'll feel totally relaxed.
5. Hyde House
Hyde House in Fosseway is a modern, stylish and relaxed barn wedding venue near Cheltenham which seats 150 guests. The stunning courtyard overlooks the Cotswold countryside and their lovely gardens, which include the Arbor for outdoor weddings.
There are two barns here - The Grange where you'll have your ceremony and The Barn which is a beautiful oak-beamed dining hall. The Barn is a blank canvas space that each couple can put their stamp on and comes with a comfortable lounge bar, a spacious suite to get ready and an upstairs lounge.
The team's ethos is 'your day, your style' and they'll go out their way to made a wedding at Hyde House personal and unique to your and your guests.
Able to host between 75 and 175 guests, the catering team will fill you up with fantastic locally-sourced food while the wedding planning team will help you out through the entire planning process and be with you on the day. At the end of the night, there ae 20 on-site bedrooms to fall into.
6. The Swan Hotel
In the nearby town of Cirencester is The Swan Hotel, which sits on the banks of the River Coln. This enchanting 18th century country house is clad with ivy and surrounded by well-manicured English gardens that guests can lose themselves wandering in.
Abounding with charm, The Library is the spot for small weddings. It accommodates up to 26 guests and features rich red walls, beautiful wooden floors and a magnificent original fireplace. The adjacent Signet Room can seat up to 100 ceremony guests, and for open-air ceremonies, the delightful Summer House is hidden in the garden and a wonderful nature-filled spot.
The hotel has 22 cosy bedrooms for guests and the couple get to spend the night in the Whooper Garden Cottage. This romantic retreat has its own hot tub and is the perfect place to spend your wedding night as newlyweds.
The Swan has an in-house catering team who will be happy to work on a personalised menu with you, while their wedding team are happy to support you in every way and make sure the day runs smoothly. It might not be in Cheltenham itself, but this Cotswold hotel is a hidden gem that deserves the short drive.
7. Ellenborough Park
From the moment you arrive down the sweeping driveway, you'll fall in love with the elegance and charm of Ellenborough Park. This country manor house hotel is found in 90 acres of rustic parkland beneath Cleeve Hill, near Cheltenham, and offers so many beautiful locations for photographs.
Walk through the hotel's original 15th century front door and you'll find yourself among stylish interiors that are full of modern touches while retaining a sense of the hotel's long history. There are six dedicated wedding spaces in the hotel, each of which have their own character, and there's a 19th century stone gazebo in the grounds for outdoor weddings.
Exclusive-use of the hotel is available which includes all 61 of its luxury bedrooms. As it's licensed for civil ceremonies of up to 140, this means your entire guest list can stay over and wake up with you the next morning to carry on the celebrations (or make use of the pool and spa).
The team work tirelessly to ensure you have a memorable and bespoke wedding that's tailored just to you and your partner.
8. The Slaughters Manor House
The Slaughters Manor House is found in the quaint village of Lower Slaughter, Cheltenham. If you're looking for an unforgettable quintessential Cotswolds wedding celebration, then this 17th century manor could be the venue for you.
Many of the property's original 17th century features still remain, including the magnificent stone fireplace to keep you warm during a winter wedding.
The Slaughters Manor House is prepared to take care of you all the way from your rehearsal to your reception. Tie the knot in spacious Longue which can accommodate a party of up to 120 guests, before moving the party to the exquisite Oxford Room where you can dine in style with extensive garden views.
Each of the guest rooms on-site are decorated in an individual style. Those who stay can also enjoy being pampered at The Coach House - you won't want to leave!
9. Stanway House and Fountain
Do you want to have a wedding venue that is totally unique? Stanway House and Fountain have the unique boast of being home to the tallest fountain in Britain, the second highest fountain in Europe, and the tallest gravity fountain in the entire world.
But the show stopping features don't stop there. The Jacobean manor house features many of the original features from the era, making it a hot location for creative wedding photos. There are plenty of places to hold your ceremony within this estate - if you want a religious ceremony, there's also a chapel on site.
Lavish receptions can be held in the Tithe Barn, a medieval stone building with a stage perfect for any musical entertainment.
Exclusivity is the name of the game at Stanway - the venue hosts only a handful of weddings each year, which allows them to work closely with each couple. And exclusive use of the venue on your big day is a given!
10. Malmaison Cheltenham
Malmaison is a well-known name throughout the UK, famous for beautiful boutique hotels and boozy brunches. But these eclectic hotels can also serve as a gorgeous wedding venue for any quirky couples.
Unconventional interiors blended with classic regency elegance - what more could you wish for? There's no shortage of quirky spaces to host your wedding here, but if that's not your style, then Mal's central location means you can host your ceremony elsewhere before arriving here for your reception.
Don't forget that this is originally a hotel, making it the ideal place to spend your first night as a married couple.
Malmaison boasts an experienced events team, and their packages come complete with lots of additional touches to add a little pizazz to your day - think cocktail masterclasses, pre-wedding parties and intermission drinks.
11. Double Tree by Hilton
Right in the heart of the picturesque Cotswolds, you'll find Double Tree by Hilton, a gorgeous 19th century Grade II listed building ideal for any couples seeking to escape the big city to tie the knot. Not only that, the venue offers the perfect blend of Georgian aesthetics and contemporary luxury.
Here you can take your pick of indoor and outdoor spaces, including a picturesque space right by the lake, ideal for photo opportunities. After the vows have been said and tears have been shed, you and our guests can make your way over to The Lillybrook Bar for a lavish cocktail reception, before heading for a boogie in one of the dedicated function suites.
You can keep the party going by staying the night in one of the property's elegant guest room. The Double Tree team will be on hand throughout your entire planning process to help to design a wedding that's uniquely yours.
12. Hotel Du Vin
Hotel Du Vin Cheltenham is one of 19 venues in the Hotel Du Vin family, and where better to place this French-inspired hotel than in Montpellier, Cheltenham?
Warm wood and rich textures give these interiors a luxurious feel, ideal for couples who appreciate the finer things in life. There are three intimate private event rooms at your disposal, or the Bistro at the foot of the staircase for larger events.
Sinner's Enclosure, Chef's Table and Almaviva, the three private event spaces, can also be used for intimate wedding breakfasts of up to 30 people and receptions of up to 50 people.
Hotel Du Vin offers an impressive selection of menus, as well as the opportunity to work alongside the head chef and sommelier to create a bespoke menu full of your unique food ideas, and even a wine list (the clue's in the name).
13. Queens Hotel Cheltenham
On the famous Promenade is The Queens Hotel Cheltenham, an iconic landmark hotel with an interesting historical background of royal connections and views over the affluent Montpellier district. Dating back to 1838, the striking Regency architecture inside and out provides incredible photographic opportunities, including their magnificent staircase.
The stunning interiors complement that dramatic exterior. The Regency Suite is an elegant and stately grand function space that boasts chandeliers and floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light.
The suite can host up to 110 guests for your wedding breakfast and 150 for evening dancing. For smaller events, The Orangery is ideal and the friendly wedding team will go above and beyond to accommodate all your needs (as well as offering planning and advice whenever you need it!)
The hotel has 84 beautiful bedrooms, each stylishly decorated to provide the perfect end to the day.
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