Marry, Sleep, Dine, Party… The UK’s chicest wedding venues to do it all at
When it comes to chic, countryside venues without any schlep, the UK has some seriously hot (albeit potentially not temperature wise!) venues to look at. Compromise does not need to be part of your repertoire as these wedding venues are the superlative of the wedding industry right now. From the chicest interiors to the most delectable food, have a browse at our favourite UK venues to host your guests at in style.
Kin House, Wiltshire
Located in Kington Langley, north Wiltshire, Kin House is within easy reach of London (just five minutes from Chippenham station) and 25 minutes by car from Bristol. The Grade II*-listed Georgian manor has 10 acres of gardens and private woodland.
Featuring interiors by one of our fave interior designers, Barlow & Barlow, the House has 12 bedrooms sleeping 24 guests, lounges, a bridal dressing room and barbers, bars, and multiple dining spaces.
Guests can expect a hotel-style experience while they stay, from a hearty morning breakfast to rehearsal dinners, bespoke activities, yoga classes and movie nights. There is the option of outdoor feasting in private woodland, plus glamping and tent set-ups in the expansive gardens.
The main event space can seat up to 200 people and has a bar and stage for live music. Civil ceremonies can take place in the Hearth Room for up to 80 guests, the stunning new light-filled Garden House for up to 200, or next to the Walled Gardens under the Arbour for up to 160.
Couples can attend quarterly classes and workshops at the house in the run-up to their wedding, which range from floristry and home-brewing to calligraphy and table-scaping.
Prices from £55’000 including exclusive hire of the venue and all the trimmings
Babington House, Somerset
If you’re looking for a venue where you can dance until the wee hours, Babington house may be the venue for you. On the day you will have the run of the House, exclusive accommodation across 33 bedrooms, a champagne reception with bites, followed by your wedding dinner in the Orangery, drinks, dancing and a DJ until late. Breakfast is included the next morning as well as flowers and lighting. You can party as loud and as late as you like. there’s no curfew because you’d be surrounded by sheep and fields! Sounds pretty good hey?! The Church of St Margarets is situated on the estate just a stones throw away from the grounds which makes Babington house a very easy spot to shuttle guests around within.
Prices from £75’000 including exclusive hire of the venue and all the trimmings
When it comes to a wedding weekend extravaganza, venues dont get much better than this. Both estates at Chapel barn and Sibton Estate sleeps up to 178 guests, across 86 bedrooms in 18 properties. The venue comes complete with a spectacular lakeside jetty nestled amongst the woodland and parkland. Private swimming pools, saunas, steam and treatment rooms are on hand to help your party relax. Need we say more?!
Prices range from £35’000 to £75’000 for a 2 or 3 night exclusive accommodation hire only. Catering, floristry and additional wedding costs not included.
Hedsor House, Buckinghamshire
Fancy getting married at ‘Tatler and Vogue's 'Dream Venue’? Well we have the venue for you. This 13 bedroom Georgian country home is nestled in the Buckinghamshire countryside, perched high above the River Thames. Hedsor House has a rich history dating back to the 12th century. The mansion was built in the 19th century and has hosted numerous high-profile events.
The venue offers both dry hire and differently priced packages which offers use of various preferred suppliers.
Prices from £7,140 to £59,820
Photos: Hedsor House, Buckinghamshire
Middleton Estate, Norfolk
Set amidst 1,000 acres of pristine countryside, Middleton Estate is a haven of tranquility and natural beauty. This historic estate features a stunning Georgian mansion, a 2am license and 45 bedrooms where your nearest and dearest can slumber when those dancing feet have had enough.
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Oakley Court, Oxfordshire
Nestled in the heart of the Oxfordshire countryside, Okay Court is a hidden gem that combines historic charm with modern luxury. One of the most-talked-about venues of summer 2021, this Victorian gothic pile near Windsor was revamped under the impeccable eye of fashion and concept store powerhouse Alex Eagle and her interiors collaborator Sophie Hodges. Expect beautiful interiors, seriously comfy beds and plenty of picantes….
Prices from £40’000 for exclusive hire for up to 80 guests