Historic Wedding Venues

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American Museum & Gardens

Bath, Somerset

With spectacular sweeping views over the Limpley Stoke Valley, stunning gardens and a beautiful Georgian Manor House,...Read more this unique Grade I listed heritage venue is the perfect setting for an extraordinary celebration. Whether you’re planning a select affair or a grand-scale gathering, we can offer...

250
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Murrayshall Country Estate

Scone, Perthshire

Welcome to Murrayshall Country Estate. Drive along a mile of tree-lined country lanes, past the gatehouse, and up into...Read more the heights of our magnificent 365 acre estate. You’ll find us by the town of Scone, just outside of Perth, Scotland. Perched up on a hill amidst beautifully manicured golfing...

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From £110

5 to 140
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Newark Town Hall

Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire

Located in Newark, Nottinghamshire, Newark Town Hall is a stunning wedding venue for all seasons. The Grade 1 listed...Read more building is situated in the heart of Newark overlooking the Market Place and offers tremendous photography opportunities. Facilities and Capacity Newark Town Hall boasts several event...

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From £1,500

30 to 120
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Henblas Country Park

5.0 (2)
· Ynys Mon, Isle of Anglesey

Henblas Country Park is a historic wedding venue in Ynys Mon, Isle of Anglesey - the perfect setting for your dream day....Read more Built in 1811 and set in the heart of the Welsh countryside, this property is nestled amongst 77 acres of Anglesey farmland. This family-run venue features stunning views across...

From £3,495

10 to 250
Guests

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Falcon Manor

5.0 (20)
· Settle, North Yorkshire

THE VENUE Falcon Manor was sympathetically restored, redecorated and relaunched as the Yorkshire Dales most romantic...Read more wedding venue. A stunning building, in a stunning location. Strong and determined on the outside yet wonderfully soft and warm on the inside – the perfect combination for our most...

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From £100

2 to 150
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Brinsop Court Manor House and Barn

5.0 (109)
· Hereford, Herefordshire

Celebrating love stories since 2015, Brinsop Court Manor House and Barn were awarded the prestigious title of number one...Read more UK wedding venue on Hitched for two consecutive years. Nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Hereford, Herefordshire, this historic estate is a picturesque haven for...

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From £55

30 to 250
Guests

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The River Mill

4.2 (3)
· Derby, Derbyshire

The River Mill is an exclusive-use wedding venue in Darley Abbey, Derbyshire. Combining aged industrial aesthetics with...Read more timeless elegance in a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This ancient setting exudes history, character, and above all, style. Restored to a high calibre, The River Mill gives you iconic...

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From £1,750

1 to 130
Guests
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Kings Chapel

4.9 (62)
· Old Amersham, Buckinghamshire

Set in the heart of the postcard town of Old Amersham, Buckinghamshire, Kings Chapel is an 18th-century Chapel and...Read more wedding venue. This site boasts a spectacular domed ceiling and glittering chandeliers sure to set your heart fluttering. For history buffs, this stunning property is the ideal setting...

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From £40

20 to 200
Guests

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Wootton Hall Country Estate

Barton Upon Humber, Lincolnshire

Nestled deep in the heart of the countryside you will find Lincolnshire’s brand new luxury wedding venue. With the...Read more estate's history dating back to the 18th century, the Hall has now been reimagined and wonderfully renovated to offer the most luxurious location for your wedding weekend. From the...

20 to 160
Guests
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voco Oxford Thames

5.0 (53)
· Sanford On Thames, Oxfordshire

Situated in Sanford On Thames, Oxfordshire, voco Oxford Thames is a charming estate for weddings and elegant family...Read more celebrations. The property boasts an enchanting riverside location, is licensed for outdoor ceremonies and provides picture-perfect backdrops for all your photo opportunities. Whilst...

From £125

50 to 200
Guests
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Arley Hall & Gardens

5.0 (16)
· Northwich, Cheshire

Located in the heart of Cheshire's countryside, Arley Hall & Gardens is a charming venue, full of character and history....Read more This treasured family home features stunning interiors with soaring ceilings and is the perfect setting for a beautiful wedding day. As well as this, the award-winning gardens...

From £6,000

10 to 110
Guests
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The Old Library

5.0 (6)
· Small Heath, West Midlands

With its soaring vaulted ceilings, breath-taking original windows and its blend of functional, open plan space and...Read more Victorian Gothic elegance, it is easy to see why The Old Library is a much-loved venue for weddings.Since being faithfully restored from The Old Library’s origins as one of Birmingham’s...

From £2,600

50 to 250
Guests
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Leeds Castle

5.0 (115)
· Leeds Castle, Kent

Breathtaking by design and hostess to royalty, nobility, and glamorous guests for over 900 years, Leeds Castle rises...Read more majestically from the water in the stunning Kentish countryside near Maidstone. An enchanting, historic and lavish wedding destination in the Garden of England, the truly perfect...

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From £6,500

50 to 120
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Farleigh House

4.8 (1)
· Bath, Somerset

Farleigh House is a country house in the village of Farleigh Hungerford, Somerset, that serves as an elegant wedding...Read more venue. Located just 15 minutes from the city of Bath, this family-owned setting offers a secluded, historically rich space for couples to enjoy. With 135 acres of land and stunning...

From £8,000

28 to 200
Guests
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Hartlebury Castle

5.0 (1)
· Kidderminster, Worcestershire

Hartlebury Castle is a charming wedding venue, rich in history and located in the village of Hartlebury, Worcestershire,...Read more surrounded by beautiful countryside. We can accomodate weddings (ceremonies & receptions) for upto 100 daytime guests, with additional evening guests welcome. The Medieval Great...

From £3,000

100
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East Court

5.0 (2)
· East Grinstead, West Sussex

Located in East Grinstead, West Sussex, England, the East Court Estate is a charming and historic wedding venue. It...Read more includes The East Court Mansion and the Meridian Hall and is nestled among rolling parkland within the tranquil Sussex countryside. Stunning views surround this locale, offering plenty...

30 to 250
Guests
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Macdonald Bear Hotel

5.0 (2)
· Woodstock, Oxfordshire

Macdonald Bear Hotel is a historic wedding venue situated in Woodstock, Oxfordshire. Set on the outskirts of the...Read more stunning Blenheim Palace, this property features original 13th-century features as well as modern amenities needed for weddings. If you're looking for a venue steeped in history, this...

From £50

2 to 60
Guests
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Greenlands at Henley

5.0 (6)
· Henley On Thames, Oxfordshire

Set in Henley On Thames, Oxfordshire, Greenlands at Henley is a wonderful venue for a truly memorable wedding. This...Read more grand white building stands majestically, surrounded by the stunning sunken gardens and rolling lawns which stretch down to the banks of the River Thames. The gorgeous grounds, paired...

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From £110

40 to 120
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Mytton Fold Hotel

5.0 (13)
· Billington, Lancashire

Mytton Fold offers the perfect setting to create unforgettable moments on the most magical day of your lives. After...Read more undergoing an extensive refurbishment to our venue and grounds, Mytton Fold offers everything that you could need in the perfect wedding location, from the serene ceremony locations,...

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From £105

20 to 250
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Aswarby Rectory

5.0 (7)
· Aswarby, Lincolnshire

Tucked away in the Lincolnshire countryside, Aswarby Rectory has been gracefully restored to create an intimate and...Read more authentic space in which you can gather with the ones you cherish the most. Owned and managed by a young family with the belief that the roots of our most treasured memories are grown...

From £7,495

120
Guests
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Bath's Historic Venues

4.7 (9)
· Bath, Somerset

Bath's Historic Venues is a multi-award-winning collection of wedding venues in the heart of one of the most beautiful...Read more cities in the world, Bath, Somerset. The city will sweep you off your feet with its fantastic selection of accommodations, stylish architecture, and wedding photo opportunities. You...

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From £900

2 to 300
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Crewe Hall

5.0 (119)
· Crewe, Cheshire

Make yours a day everyone will remember at our Cheshire wedding venue and say ‘I do’ in our historic hotel in the heart...Read more of the Cheshire countryside. Choose to get married in any of our historic state rooms and continue your celebration in one of our intricate and ornate spaces, the Great Library,...

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From £100

10 to 250
Guests

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Merchant Adventurers’ Hall

5.0 (5)
· York, North Yorkshire

Merchant Adventurers’ Hall is a wedding venue in York, England. This magnificent medieval guild hall is a Grade I listed...Read more building. It has been part of the fabric of the city of York for more than 650 years, and now, you have the opportunity to make it the setting for the next chapter of your...

From £3,295

10 to 180
Guests

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St Nicholas Priory

Exeter, Devon

Boasting dreamy one-of-a-kind backdrops, St Nicholas Priory is an historic wedding venue in the cathedral city of Exeter...Read more in the heart of England's Devon region. This timeless property was built in 1087, making it the oldest building in the city. St Nicholas Priory was originally used as a monastery...

From £2,150

10 to 40
Guests

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Choosing a Historic Wedding Venue

The UK is bursting with wedding venues of extraordinary historic significance. If you’ve ever considered marrying in a castle, royal palace or stately home, you’re going to love this list of the best historic wedding venues.

You’ll be following in the footsteps of some of the most celebrated names in history as you walk down the aisle at a venue that has stood for hundreds of years.

From Henry VIII’s home of Hampton Court Palace to Knebworth House, the stage for some of the biggest moments in modern music history, there are hundreds of different historic wedding venues to choose from. Each venue has its own character and atmosphere, ensuring you’ll have a day full of personality and a backdrop oozing with charm.

Just because a venue is historic doesn’t mean that it only hosts very traditional, formal weddings. On our list you’ll find lots of converted barns, former factories, chic cottages and more that are perfect for modern, contemporary weddings. Even in impressive settings such as museums and art galleries, you can host a relaxed, informal day for intimate parties or large guest lists.

How to Find Your Perfect Historic Wedding Venue

Think about what is important to you. Is it a magnificent staircase to make your entrance down? Is it a stunning façade that you can get amazing photography in front of? Is it being in a venue that has links to a fascinating historical character? Is it an impressive banquet hall to impress your guests?

Many couples choose a historic venue based on their wedding theme, so decide this early: is it an English country garden affair, a luxury Black Tie soiree, a modern minimalist wedding or an elegant all-white theme?

Many historic wedding venues come with a price tag that reflects their past so you’ll need to weigh up all these things in your budget. A larger space will be more expensive to style with centrepieces, flowers and glasswear, but equally, an impressive historic venue might not need much decoration.

Frequently asked questions regarding Historic Weddings

What type of historic venues do weddings?

In the UK there is a wide range of historic buildings and venues that do weddings. Whether you want a modernist wedding, a classic ambience or a bohemiam vibe, you'll find a venue that meets your budget and style. On Hitched, you can choose from cosy 300-year old manors, magestic 12th century castles, renovated stately homes, and sophisticated banquet halls set in the countryside.

Do historic venues have certain limitations for weddings?

Some older historic buildings may have specific limitations, such as access to the different spaces. These tend to be more limiting for the wedding suppliers, such as the caterers or DJs so it's always a good idea to visit your chosen venue with potential wedding suppliers so that they may plan accordingly.

What facilities do historic venues tend to offer?

While every historic venue is unique, many offer disabled facilities, parking, changing rooms, marquees, facilities for a live band or DJ, an entertainment license, a dance floor, and some allow fireworks or even fire ceremonies.