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75 Small Wedding Venues For 2023

Author: Hollie Bond


If you’ve always dreamed of a bijou wedding surrounded by your nearest and dearest, then these small wedding venues will be the perfect location for your intimate “I dos”.

There are many reasons why small weddings are just as magical as big, grand affairs. For starters you get to be surrounded by only your closest friends and family as you say “I do”, without any grumpy old uncles or annoying work colleagues in sight. And instead of trying to speak to a multitude of guests you can spend quality time with the few guests you’ve invited.

You’ll also have more budget to put towards the key wedding purchases like your venue and dress rather than stretching it to feed hundreds of guests. While a small wedding doesn’t appeal to everyone, many couples have always dreamed of having an intimate wedding, and the good news is that if you’re one of them you can rest assured that small weddings are just as brilliant and memorable as big ones.

You’ll be pleased to hear that planning a small wedding is infinitely easier than one with a never-ending guest list too. When it comes to choosing a venue especially. By having a small wedding you’re opening up your options to include lots of wonderful spaces, from private rooms within castles and stately homes, to blank canvas barns, Art Deco city venues and quirky small wedding venues that have one-of-a-kind celebration spaces.

Where you choose to hold your small wedding is a huge decision though, as it’ll shape the entire feel and vibe of your day. To guide you on this key part of the planning journey we’ve rounded up 75 of our favourite small wedding venues that are just perfect for intimate big days for 50 guests and under.

1. Kew Gardens, West London

Kew Gardens Wedding Venue West London Kew

If you want to be surrounded by nature on your wedding day but still close to city transport links then Kew Gardens would make a stunning location for your small wedding. The botanical gardens are one of the most unique wedding venues in London, just a stone’s throw away from the capital’s centre, and a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The Cambridge Cottage is the ideal spot to gather a small guest list of loved ones to witness you say “I do”. Choose between an indoor ceremony in the Drawing Room followed by your reception in the Gallery, or a romantic outside wedding in front of the French doors with views of The Duke’s Garden.

2. Nonsuch Mansion, Surrey

Nonsuch Mansion Wedding Venue Surrey

Small and intimate doesn’t mean a mansion wedding is out of the question. Surrey’s Grade II Listed Nonsuch Mansion has two licensed rooms to tie the knot that are brilliant for small weddings. There’s also 300 acres of land to enjoy and use to take some gorgeous wedding photos. This venue offers tailored wedding planning, meaning regardless of the size of your guest list, you’ll be treated like royalty and have plenty of personalised options.

3. Hall Place & Gardens, London

Hall Place and Gardens Wedding Venue

You don’t have to travel to the countryside to be surrounded by greenery and nature on your wedding day. In a leafy part of South-East London you’ll find Hall Place & Gardens – a gorgeous country house built in 1537 that still has many of its original features light gorgeous fireplaces and high ceilings.

The estate has 65 hectares to enjoy, so you are sure to feel like you have escaped to the countryside, even though the amenities and sights of London are just around the corner. For a small wedding of 50 guests or less, we love The Great Chamber and Long Gallery, which has plenty of features but still plenty of scope for you to decorate and make it your own.

4. Crondon Park, Essex

Crondon Park Wedding Venue

If you are looking for small wedding venues in Essex, you might want to consider Crondon Park. Located in Stock Valley, this wedding venue offers beautiful scenery and stunning views across the surrounding countryside. Just think of the wedding photos!

Although the character-filled Baronial Hall, with its light oak beams and rosewood flooring, is big enough for larger weddings it could still work perfectly if you sectioned off an area for a small wedding. And if you’re a fan of golf, the Crondon Park golf course is just a short distance away, so why not indulge in a round to unwind from all those wedding celebrations?

5. Manor By The Lake, Gloucestershire

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Manor By The Lake, located in the heart of the Cotswolds, is a stunning Gothic manor house built in 1845. You’ll fall in love with the impressive grounds, Italian garden, and shimmering lake, all of which guarantee a gorgeous backdrop for your photos.

Enjoy a small indoor ceremony in the Maximilian room or make the most of the gorgeous gardens with an outdoor ceremony. You also have your pick of the space for your wedding breakfast, whether you want to take advantage of the light and airy ballroom or stay in the manor and enjoy the Gothic features.

6. Woodhall Manor, Suffolk

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The rural idyll of Suffolk is home to some of the country’s most beautiful stately homes, including the gorgeous Woodhall Manor. Located in the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Natural Beauty the surrounding area is a setting worthy of a thousand wedding photos.

Perfect for an intimate wedding, Woodhall Manor is steeped in history and full of character, you’ll be hard pushed to find a more enchanting setting for your special day. For a small wedding in summer, you’ll want to consider the romantic Dovecote. Inside the ideal function rooms for small weddings are the rooms inside the Manor and The Cherry Blossom.

7. Hatfield Place, Essex

Hatfield Place Wedding Venue

A small wedding is the perfect time to get your nearest and dearest together in one place, so why not choose a manor house for a house party to remember? With equal amounts extravagance and that special home-from-home vibe, Hatfield Place is an exquisite Georgian manor in Essex surrounded by 15 acres of parkland.

Located next to the River Ter, you are spoilt for choice when it comes to the backdrop for your wedding photos. They have several indoor and outdoor areas available for your small wedding, including an elegant ballroom. A bonus – there are 12 bedroom suites available on the property, perfect for all your guests to stay the night.

8. The Kingscliff Hotel, Essex

Kingscliff Hotel wedding venue

Located on the Essex Sunshine Coast, The Kingscliff Hotel is a beautiful venue with views across manicured gardens, and the beach. Their King’s Suite offers flexible ceremonies and receptions, perfect for anyone who has decided to have a small wedding. And, as with any hotel, on-site accommodation means you can party the night away!

9. Botleys Mansion, Surrey

Botleys Mansion Wedding Venue

If you are looking for a historic venue to host your small wedding, Botleys Mansion is bursting at the seams with original features. The 18th century Palladian style mansion located in Surrey offers the luxury that brides and grooms deserve on their wedding day, with exclusive use of The Greene Room for a gorgeous small ceremony, and your choice of reception rooms for post-wedding celebrations. They aren’t short on outdoor space either, with plenty of pretty gardens to take a relaxing walk as newlyweds and capture a few photos.

10. Hever Castle, Kent

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Kent is known for its stunning scenery and historical architecture, so it comes as no surprise that it’s a hotspot for weddings. Hever Castle is among the most sought after, and gives you the choice of three different locations for your special day.

Though a castle might seem rather large and grand for couples with small guest lists, conversely they are actually better suited as intimate wedding venues due to the small rooms that they are made up of. Hever Castle is one such venue and has a range of smaller rooms to choose from, plus 28 luxury on-site bedrooms, so there will be plenty of space for you and your guests to really experience living like royalty for the night.

11. The Barn, Tunbridge Wells

The Barn Tunbridge Well

When it comes to small weddings, no one does it quite like The Barn Pub and Restaurant, Tunbridge Wells. Weddings at The Barn are wonderfully personal, and unlike a lot of barns, which are vast and more suitable for large weddings, just a few guests will be right at home in this boutique beauty surrounded by wooden oak beams and an abundance of character.

The venue is also a gorgeous countryside pub and restaurant and home to an award-winning courtyard garden, the perfect spot for those all-important wedding photos. The Barn is a magical spot to hold a small wedding in one place.

12. Merrydale Manor, Cheshire

Merrydale Manor Wedding Venue

Cheshire isn’t short of stunning buildings, and Merrydale Manor is one of the finest. With masses of rolling parkland and picturesque gardens, you really aren’t short of a view or two once you’re inside the building either. With grounds that include a picture postcard lake, fountain and the grand manor itself, the list of photo opportunities is never ending.

The gorgeous ceremony room with wooden pillars and oak beams has an abundance of daylight streaming through the floor to ceiling windows, with views of the surrounding grounds. There is also a church nearby if you would prefer a religious ceremony before using the venue for your reception.

13. Heaton House Farm, Derbyshire

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A farm might seem like an unusual place to choose for an intimate wedding venue, but this isn’t any ordinary farm. Heaton House Farm was formerly a dairy farm, but in recent years they have ditched the dungarees for gowns and tuxedos with a truly remarkable renovation.

The converted barns have been designed to fit all themes and decorations and all sizes of weddings including intimate weddings. With fairy lights and chandeliers, who would guess it used to be a working farm? You have a lot of choice when it comes to ceremony location at Heaton House Farm, including the option of marrying outdoors, as well as in the local church nearby.

14. Colshaw Hall, Cheshire

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Colshaw Hall is a Tudor style manor house in Cheshire, surrounded by 300 acres of grounds. With stunning views and exclusive use of the property for the day, it’s the perfect place for a private and intimate wedding.

The elegant Stables is a stunning room to say your vows, and in the warmer months the Magnolia Garden and the Walled Garden are also licensed for ceremonies.  Colshaw Hall also has on-site accommodation, so you can really party the night away. From seven bedrooms in the manor hall, to eco cabins for the environmentally conscious, there is plenty of space for your friends and family.

15. Shrigley Hall Hotel & Spa, Cheshire

Shrigley hall Wedding Venue

Sitting on the edge of the Peak District, Shrigley Hall Hotel & Spa is the ideal countryside escape for anyone looking for a small wedding venue in Cheshire. This romantic country house dates back to the 19th century, and the Drawing Room is a beautiful historic room for an intimate ceremony. Not only is the room itself packed with period features, but the huge windows let in plenty of daylight and on clear days the views stretch as far as Manchester.

16. New House Country Hotel, South Wales

New House Country Hotel Wedding Venue

It can be difficult to find the ideal location when searching for a small wedding venue. Perhaps you want a countryside wedding, but don’t want to ask your guests to travel too far. New House Country Hotel could be the answer if you are searching for a venue in the Cardiff area.

Located on Cardiff’s outskirts, it’s just a short distance from the busy city, but also has views of Wales’ rolling countryside and hills. It might be a gorgeous country mansion, but the open fires and cosy intimate décor will make you feel right at home, and it’s perfect for celebrating with a few special guests.

17. De Courceys Manor, South Wales

De Courceys manor Wedding Venue

This stylish manor is fronted by a regal fountain filled with colourful blooms so the arrival for your guest will be nothing short of spectacular. It sounds like something out of a movie, but De Courceys Manor is available for hire as an intimate wedding venue. It is nestled in the Welsh countryside, just a short distance from Cardiff City Centre.

Tie the knot in their stunning Floral Room, before spending the night in their luxury accommodation, which includes a boutique wedding apartment as well as cosy family cottages. What’s more, the gorgeous grounds are the picture-perfect background for your wedding snaps. What more could you ask for?

18. Manor Parc Country Hotel, South Wales

Manor Parc Wedding Venue South Wales

As small wedding venues go Manor Parc Hotel is ideally suited to anyone looking for intimate “I dos”. Manor Parc country Hotel is a family-run venue situated just on the outskirts of Cardiff, so you’re in the country but still have a gorgeous view over the city.

The rooms available for wedding celebrations are all smart and stylish – the Cedar room has been recently refurbished and the Orangerie has an incredible glass dome ceiling showcasing the surrounding views. With on-site accommodation, a church nearby and exclusive use for your special day, it is a real winner.

19. The Union Club, Soho

The Union Club Wedding Venue Soho

Looking for wedding venues in London? In the heart of stylish Soho, The Union Club is set in a fabulous Georgian town house believed to be 270 years old. Bursting with character, charm, and an abundance of history, it’s the perfect place for intimate weddings.

Unique and quirky in its décor, the elegant rooms are full of light, with walls covered in paneling and an array of art. Full of warmth in winter thanks to the open fires, The Union Club is an ideal venue for couples who are having a small wedding.

20. Trailfinders Sports Club, West London

Trailfinders Sports Club Wedding Venue

Trailfinders Sports Club is a unique venue for your intimate wedding, and has a lot to offer. Home to 18 acres of land, gorgeous grounds and located in West London, it really is a hidden gem. Channel Victorian style elegance when you say “I do” under the Olympic Pavilion, or perhaps you would prefer something a bit more modern by choosing the Centenary Club. Either way, it’s sure to be a wedding to remember. If you’re looking for wedding venues in London on a budget, this is one to check out.

21. The Clarendon, South London

The Clarendon Wedding Venue

In the heart of Blackheath Village, The Clarendon is a grand, yet welcoming venue for any intimate wedding. With views of Royal Greenwich Park, this Georgian Hotel is one of South London’s staples. There are plenty of rooms to choose from for your ceremony and reception celebrations, with four suites, the Goffers room and stunning walled gardens visible from The Meridian Suite.

22. The Lensbury, West London

The Lensbury Wedding Venue

When it comes to spectacular city landscapes, it’s hard to beat The Lensbury. Located on the banks of the river Thames and surrounded by 25 acres of land, your wedding photos are bound to be simply breathtaking with this setting as the backdrop. With five function rooms to choose from and a shuttle bus available to transport you from A to B, your wedding day is sure to be stress free and elegant – the day you’ve always dreamed of.

23. Stanlake Park

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What could be better than getting married and toasting to your happy future at a vineyard? Stanlake Park is a beautiful small wedding venue in the rolling Berkshire countryside where your wedding photos will be against a backdrop of miles of vines. You can enjoy complete privacy with exclusive use options for the estate’s Coach House, Courtyard, Walled Garden, Vineyard Barn and extensive surrounding lawns. With capacity for up to 90 guests The Coach House is an intimate and romantic option for a civil ceremony followed by drinks and photos in the pretty Courtyard and Walled Garden.

24. 1885 The Venue

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The views over the Pennine Hills from this family-run small wedding venue are divine and for any couples looking for a relaxed rustic vibe this venue will certainly deliver. Inside there’s a light and airy blank canvas reception room that you can decorate to match your own unique wedding style and you won’t bump into any other brides or grooms on your big day because this intimate wedding venue is exclusive use all the way.

25. Bourton Hall, Warwickshire

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This pretty manor house in Warwickshire looks like it belongs on a film set and your small wedding will certainly feel like a romantic movie if you celebrate it here. You’ll have the entire venue to yourselves including the incredible manicured grounds that will look dreamy as the backdrop to your photos. Small celebrations can take place in any of the spaces, all of which are ornate and beautifully furnished so that they feel cosy and homely however many guests you have.

26. The Rosendale, London

The Rosendale Pub exterior wedding venue South London

Looking to host a small city wedding in the capital? The Rosendale is a cool and elegant pub in leafy West Dulwich that is perfect for understated and intimate celebrations. You can have a civil ceremony for up to 40 in the East Room and an even larger reception in the grand West Room. There are pretty gardens too and the food is gastro pub perfection.

27. Knightor Winery, Cornwall

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Celebrate on the stunning Cornish coast at this beautiful boho wedding venue, which has a wonderful ambience and is ideal for bijou weddings. Everything from the stone barn, farm house and three acres set just above St Austell Bay are yours to use exclusively and you’ll be praying for sun as the outdoor ceremony setting is heavenly.

28. River and Rowing Museum, Oxford

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Mess about by the river on your big day with your chosen guests at Henley’s chic River and Rowing Museum. Our favourite bit about this venue is that it has its own jetty so you can arrive in show stopping style by boat. As well as being a light, airy and unique venue, guests also get free access to the museum so they can wander around enjoying the history while you have your couple shots against the Thames.

29. The Horn of Plenty, Devon

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This charming country house in a picturesque part of Devon is a wonderful choice for a small wedding. You can work with the owners to make sure every detail of your special day is completely unique and with a bijou guest list you’ll easily fit in the manor house and be able to make use of all the historic rooms. There are a whole host of options from budget-friendly elopement weddings to full wedding weekends.

30. The Temple of Minerva

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This wedding venue is as magical as the name suggests with a historic temple for a civil ceremony with up to 35 guests hidden amongst the winding paths and bright flowers of a botanical garden. On a summer day you can open up the triple doors to have more guests seated on the terrace. Dine in style in the temple itself or in a marquee in the pretty grounds.

31. Treseren, Cornwall

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Treseren is exclusively used for small intimate weddings so they know what they’re doing when it comes to making micro weddings perfect. This Cornish bolthole is a super stylish option, with gorgeous accommodation and is the ideal place if you dream of a house party style wedding celebration. The food is particularly special here, so you can treat up to 22 guests to a gourmet feast after the “I dos”.

32. Crear Argyll, Scotland

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Fancy getting married on the beach? You might not get the hot weather of a destination wedding, but Crear in Scotland is just as beautiful as any tropical island with soft white sand and uninterrupted views of mountains and islands. There’s accommodation for your small guest list on site and the food is a huge highlight with delicious dishes served up by a superstar chef.

33. Scarlet Hall, Chester

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This private house is like something out of a fairytale – a sweeping drive, a fabulous mansion house and gorgeous grounds. Forget about taxis or designated drivers, here you can host the ultimate house party wedding with rooms for up to 22 guests within the house. As well as a beautiful wedding barn, you and your guests can enjoy the use of an indoor heated pool, sauna, games room, cinema room, table tennis and croquet during a fun-packed wedding weekend.

34. Petersham Nurseries

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You won’t have to worry too much about the floral side of your decor if you choose to hold a small, intimate wedding at either the Covent Garden or Richmond branch of pretty Petersham Nurseries. Both sites allow you to celebrate in ethereal style in the Victorian-style emporiums and private dining rooms meaning your big day will look like something out of a fairytale with gorgeous blooms and period details in every direction.

35. Newton Hall Northumberland

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Couples looking for an intimate wedding often discount stately halls as wedding venues as they presume they’re too big, but actually places like lovely Newton Hall on the Northumberland coast couldn’t be better for bijou weddings thanks to the collection of cosy rooms that won’t make your small guest list feel lost. Newton Hall isn’t your classic mansion either – it’s a quirky and fantastical place where you can hold a unique day with the option of beach weddings or “I dos” in the Enchanted Chapel.

36. The Gallivant

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Prepare for dreamy couple photos amongst the rolling sand dunes of Camber Sands if you choose this exquisite hotel for your small wedding. This modern masterpiece is perfect for foodie couples who want to spoil their guests. Plus, there are 20 dreamy bedrooms so you can all party the night away and then relax in luxury.

37. House For an Art Lover, Scotland

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This gorgeous Scottish venue is exactly what its name suggests – a gorgeous house packed with incredible art. The Music Room is a wonderful choice for a small wedding with its beautiful white interiors and views over the park. If chic design and gorgeous decor is top of your wish list this is the venue for you.

38. South Farm Royston

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There are so many different and exciting parts to this bucolic venue on the South Cambridgeshire border – a picture perfect farmhouse, a Tudor barn, The Old Dairy, a Summer House, the Horse Barn, a Granary and a Garden Bar. You get exclusive use of it all too and if the weather is good you can say “I do” in the beautiful grounds which has cool and colourful Romany caravans, tents and plenty of farm animals to keep your guests entertained.

39. Weston Hall, Staffordshire

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This Elizabethan manor is a thing of beauty and you’ll feel like royalty if you chose to get married surrounded by the 20 acres of gorgeous Staffordshire countryside. Brand new for 2022 is the chance to hold your ceremony in these glorious grounds, but if you prefer to celebrate inside you won’t be disappointed, with a variety of charming and characterful rooms to choose from. There are eight luxury bedrooms too, including a dreamy honeymoon suite.

40. Morden Hall, South London

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Morden Hall is a special place – a grand country mansion right in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the capital, so it’s really easy for guests to get to. Once in the tranquil 125 acre grounds though you’ll completely forget you’re in a city, and the intimate ceremony rooms will give your small wedding a really romantic and special ambience. Unlike some old houses, Morden Hall is flooded with light and provides a beautifully blank canvas for your own design ideas.

41. Minstead Lodge, Hampshire

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This New Forest venue is a heavenly option for a small wedding. There are two smaller reception rooms with gorgeous bay windows that are ideal for little guest lists or in spring and summer you can get married outdoors. The proximity to the forest means you’re surrounded by romantic woodland too for some amazing wedding photos.

42. Fonthill Estate, Wiltshire

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There are so many options for micro weddings at Fonthill Estate with many different spaces, including the Deer Park Barn and the Quarry Wood for couples who really want to embrace the great outdoors on their big day. Whatever you choose you can be sure of exquisite views and the chance to have complete control over your wedding. Plus there’s really lovely holiday let accommodation on site for your guests.

43. Trevenna, West Country

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Known for its beautiful Cornish countryside, the wooden farm gates of Trevenna, green meadows and leafy lanes provide the ideal setting for your Cornish wedding. Explore the romantic Threshing Barn or the handmade oak and slate Arbour, where you can say your vows with the Cornish landscape as the backdrop. Plus, the stunning St Neot Church is only one mile away for a more traditional ceremony if that floats your boat. Perfect for an intimate wedding!

44. Notley Abbey, Oxfordshire

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Once the country home of Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh, Notley Abbey could only be described as a medieval masterpiece. Experience this exquisite country house that is entirely yours for your whole day. The Bijou team’s meticulous attention to detail and discreet service perfectly complements Notley Abbey’s enchanting atmosphere and luxurious accommodation and will make the most important day of your life flow seamlessly – from start to finish. And they accept smaller wedding parties too, so it’s the perfect venue for your small wedding!

45. Pennard House, West Country

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In the rolling Mendip hills in Somerset, you can find Pennard house, a beautiful, family owned Georgian Manor house, surrounded by secluded gardens, wildflower meadows, and winding cider orchards. It’s a truly magical venue for your rustic, countryside wedding. With everything within walking distance, your tailor-made bespoke wedding day takes place in one charming location, with complete exclusivity, whether it’s for one day or an entire weekend!

46. Oldwalls Gower, Swansea

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Nestled within 50 acres of the beautiful Welsh countryside, Oldwalls is the flagship multi-award-winning wedding venue by the Oldwalls Collection, the renowned luxury wedding venue specialists. Oldwalls is based at the heart of Gower – Britain’s first designated area of outstanding natural beauty. Award-winning beaches are just a stone’s throw away should you wish to escape for an hour and capture unique moments against the magnificent Gower landscape. Talk about small wedding goals!

47. Hazlewood Castle Hotel, West Yorkshire

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In a fabulous location, only 20 minutes from the historic City of York and cosmopolitan City of Leeds and surrounded by beautiful countryside, Hazlewood Castle is a truly unique venue for the wedding of your dreams. Offering luxury accommodation, stunning grounds and an award-winning restaurant, we can almost guarantee you’ll instantly fall in love with this venue. And of course, they accept intimate weddings, to make for a stunning, memorable occasion.

48. Tissington Hall, Derbyshire

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Situated in the heart of the Peak District National Park and surrounded by the rolling hills of the Derbyshire countryside, Tissington Hall makes for the most idyllic setting for your big day. And whilst they do boast a few fantastic ceremony spaces, their recently renovated 18th Century Carriage House caters specifically to intimate wedding parties (hosting up to 50 guests) and can even make room for another 30 guests for the evening celebrations if needs be. Sounds perfect to us!

49. Sandford Springs Hotel, Hampshire

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Set among the beautiful rolling hills of Watership Down in Hampshire, Sandford Springs Golf Club offers the perfect setting for your wedding day. And with prices starting from £2499, Sandford Springs are also offering an intimate wedding package, so why not take advantage of this special offer!

50. Augill Castle, Lake District

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Augill Castle has a long tradition of memorable hospitality. During its 160 years the castle has retained much of its atmosphere. It is a place where the background is of creaking floorboards, ticking clocks and distant laughter. Interesting antiques lurk in every corner and artifacts on every mantle have a genuine story to tell. And as it’s nestled amongst the stunning scenery of the Lake District, it’s the perfect place to spend your big day! No one wedding is the same at Augill Castle.

51. The Warren Hayes, London

The Warren Wedding Venue in Kent

The Warren Hayes is a large Grade II listed Victorian country house, set in 22 acres of North Kent countryside, within easy reach of London. Their Coney Suite has its own bar and stage area and together with the adjoining Walled Garden, is offered exclusively to couples and their guests for the entire wedding day. And while they do usually host larger weddings, they are more than happy to welcome smaller wedding parties for their special day!

52. Ridgeway Golf Club, South Wales

The Marquee At Ridgeway Golf Club Marquee Wedding Venue

Set in 4 miles of beautiful grounds, the Magical Marquee, Ridgeway’s stunning ceremony space, is truly a fairy-tale setting for your big day. Ridgeway Golf Course is home to stunning views that combine a mature, tree-lined setting and beautiful views of the Bristol Channel and Valve of Glamorgan. And if that hasn’t persuaded you just yet, they often cater to smaller weddings and are guaranteed to make your big day as magical as can be!

53. Rise Hall, Hull

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A secluded private Hall with endless exclusive possibilities, Rise Hall is Yorkshire’s largest privately owned Grade II stately country house venue offering exclusivity in the East Riding of Yorkshire. And it’s only a short distance from Beverley too. As their flagship venue, Rise Hall boasts a perfect blend of exquisite interiors, traditional class and unique styling, all exclusively for you and your guests to enjoy! How fantastic does that sound.

54. The Bridge Hotel & Spa, Wetherby

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Situated in the heart of Yorkshire, only a few miles from the charming spa town of Harrogate and easily accessible from the vibrant cities of Leeds and York, is the beautiful Bridge Hotel & Spa. Its selection of luxuriously furnished 18th century rooms, exquisite food and picturesque surrounding grounds make The Bridge the perfect romantic wedding venue for your special day. And they’re really flexible with the amounts of guests you would like too!

55. Milton Abbey, Dorset

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Milton Abbey is the picture-perfect venue for the discerning couple who want a unique wedding ceremony, set in the beautiful Dorset countryside, whether you marry in the on-site 14th Century Abbey or in one of their beautiful state rooms. And it’s only a stone’s throw away from The Mansion House and Abbot’s Dining Hall (where your wedding breakfast usually takes place). A truly stunning venue, and even better for an intimate wedding!

56. Dodmoor House, Northamptonshire

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Dodmoor House is a gorgeous family run wedding venue set in the beautiful Northamptonshire, with history-rich Grade II listed barns as the idyllic scene for your perfect day, accompanied with four acres of spectacularly well maintained grounds and a spacious courtyard area for you and your guests to celebrate. And as they accommodate for smaller wedding parties, we think it would be a fantastic place to spend your big day!

57. Hedingham Castle, Halstead

Hedingham Castle Wedding Venue

Arguably one of the most romantic wedding venues in the East of England, Hedingham Castle is a 900-year-old Norman Castle, a Georgian Mansion House, 160 acres of wild and formal gardens, lakes and woodland all wrapped into one. All to provide a fairy tale setting for the most magical of days, and even better for an intimate wedding.

58. Highfield Park, Hook

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As you come to the end of the sweeping, tree-lined driveway, you’ll be greeted by the stunning Highfield Park: a magnificent Queen Anne mansion rising out of 35 acres of parkland and rolling Hampshire countryside. Built-in the 1700s, the house sets the perfect romantic tone for your wedding. And not only that, it offers beautiful photographic opportunities across the Hotel and grounds. What more could you want for your intimate wedding?

59. Alcott Weddings, Worcestershire

Alcott Weddings

Talk about quirky, Alcott weddings is the perfect place to book your wedding if you’re looking for a more unique experience (think mini marquees and tipis galore)! It’s also conveniently located not far from Worcester, Birmingham and Stratford, with easy access from junction 3 of the M42. However, once you are through the gates you will feel like you are in a world of your own. They also offer the magnificent opportunity to make your special day exactly what you envision with a great selection of their own hand picked suppliers!

60. Slaugham Place, West Sussex

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Slaugham Place is a spectacular historic garden venue for your intimate wedding, and that’s putting it lightly. As a moated Elizabethan Manor house dating from the 1500s, the moat and ruins of the manor remain and offer wonderful photographic opportunities. The walled gardens are extensive and are surrounded by established woodland offering complete privacy. They also have their own catering partners, Burnt Orange Kitchen, to help out on the big day. Sounds amazing to us!

61. Matara Centre, Tetbury

DIY Wedding Venues

The Matara Centre is a venue that hosts tailored wedding celebrations that reflect the personal meaning of union for the couple. Set in the Cotswolds, on 28 acres, the venue boasts an Asian inspired Cloistered Courtyard, a banquet and dance hall, with a glass dome at it’s centre, alongside 5 ante rooms, and extensive gardens. Such a stunning, unique venue. Honestly, we couldn’t think of a better place to have an intimate wedding. And it’s strict one day wedding policy ensures total exclusivity!

62. Ware Priory, Ware

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The historic Ware Priory offers a venue steeped in atmosphere with period architecture dating back to the medieval times. And as well as a whole host of fantastic spaces to hold your ceremony/reception, they have a space specifically for intimate weddings! The Hadsley Room is one of the only surviving spaces from the original priory and is an absolutely stunning place to spend your day. And The Conservatory is a fantastic place to spend your evening, with doors opening onto the River Lea!

63. Old Thorns Manor Hotel, Liphook

Sport Wedding Venues

Set in 400 acres of beautiful Hampshire countryside with breath-taking views across the South Downs National Park is Old Thorns Manor Hotel. Known as a stunning, award-winning wedding venue, Old Thorns is an ideal location to hold either your ceremony or civil partnership along with your reception together with luxurious accommodation for you and your guests. Sounds like a great deal to us!

64. Lillibrooke Manor, Maidenhead

Outdoor Wedding Venues

Located on historical grounds, Lillibrooke Manor includes one of the largest barns in the south, the Great Barn, a countrified Small Barn. Plus, it also boasts a romantic Cloister Garden, a fabulous hexagonal Engine House and the grand Manor itself. All surrounded by beautiful grounds and well-kept gardens. Again, whilst they do have room for up to 220 guests, they are more than happy to accommodate smaller weddings!

65. Cain Manor, Surrey

Luxury Wedding Venues

Cain Manor is a magnificent Elizabethan manor house, with a spectacular Banqueting Hall, accompanied with homely drawing rooms with open fires, 13 luxury bedrooms and beautiful gardens with commanding views over the Surrey countryside. You won’t be disappointed if you spend your exclusive day ‘at home’ at Cain Manor, the house and beautiful grounds. As with all Bijou Wedding Venues, genuinely unrivalled quality and attention to detail come as standard. Sounds like the perfect place for an intimate wedding if you ask us!

66. Osmaston Park, Peak District

Osmaston Park Marquee Wedding Venue

Genuinely what can only be described as a spectacular and unique setting to spend your big day. If you are looking for a wedding venue where you have the flexibility to have your day, the way you want, then look no further than Osmaston Park, Derbyshire and their totally flexible fully equipped marquee. And the décor inside can be personalised in any way, shape or form to suit your personal style. Such a fantastic place to hold an intimate wedding!

67. Crondon Park, Stock

Crondon Park Wedding Venue

Crondon Park has established excellent credibility as the top wedding venue in Essex. Set in the breathtaking valley of Crondon, with magnificent views across the Essex countryside and their championship golf course, it’s no wonder that they’re considered to be the best wedding venue in Essex for all occasions! We suppose they weren’t awarded as the best countryside wedding venue in Britain in 2019 for no reason. One of the best places to live out your intimate, fairytale wedding fantasies!

68. The Orangery Suite, Wimborne

The Orangery Suite Marquee Wedding Venue

A wedding venue bursting with charm, and so unique too. If you’re a fan of English Country Gardens, The Orangery Suite may just be the venue for you. With exclusive use of the beautifully landscaped walled garden, The Orangery is an idyllic setting for a couple’s special day. Imagine this on a summer’s day, just wow! Truly whimsical and wonderfully unique.

69. The Green, West Country

The Green, Cornwall

In a wonderfully secluded spot not far from Bodmin Moor, where lush hills tumble into the idyllic river valley below and a picture-perfect patchwork of orchards and meadows cloaks the horizon, you’ll find The Green. A ready-made wedding village, The Green is a wholly private and endlessly pretty place to get married. Whether it’s a large-scale traditional affair, a cosy DIY country celebration or a laid-back festival-style party, the ethos is one of flexibility. And you’ll be happy to know that a series of options are available depending on the scale of your celebration.

70. Colville Hall, Essex

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Colville Hall is a beautifully elegant venue that is the picture perfect place for your special day. Based in Essex, this unique group of thatched barns are situated around a picturesque courtyard setting and is a location rich in charm and history. All surrounded by 10 acres of formal gardens – how magical does that sound!

71. Fulham Palace, West London

Fulham Palace Wedding Venue

A unique country house in the heart of West London, Fulham Palace offers a tranquil escape from the city without travelling across the country. Their marquee is a fantastic option for an outdoor wedding, with a capacity for 180 people and a perfect view of the palace. Or perhaps you’d prefer to say I do in front of the main doors, with your guests seated around the fountain? Whatever you choose, your wedding is bound to be unique to you and your partner.

72. Clearwell Castle, Gloucestershire

Luxury Wedding Venues

Clearwell Castle, winner of Wedding Ideas Magazine ‘Best Wedding Venue’ in 2010 and 2012, is offered to you exclusively and provides the idyllic romantic setting for your wedding dreams to come true. And with a stunning Ballroom boasting a 75ft aisle (we had to read that twice too) and space for as many guests as you see fit, it’s easy to see why!

73. Cornish Tipi Weddings, West Country

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At Cornish Tipi in the West Country, you couldn’t have a more unique outdoor wedding experience in the UK. If you’re dreaming of a woodland wedding by the lakeside surrounded by nature or perhaps a camping wedding then look no further.  They genuinely work to make one of the most important days of your life natural or funky, eco-chic, or country. Need we say more!

74. Essex Barn, Essex

Essex Barn @ The White Hart Wedding Breakfast

The Essex Barn is a magnificent building in the grounds of The White Hart, Great Yeldham. Situated on the Essex/Suffolk border surrounded by the tranquil British countryside. The spacious barn can host up to 200 guests offering the option of either a small and intimate gathering or large and lavish celebration. And the traditional barn style venue just feels that little bit more cosy and personal, perfect for a smaller wedding celebration!

75. Wick Farm, West Country

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If you’re a fan of historical buildings, you’ll absolutely fall in love with this venue. Dating from 1372, Wick Farm lies in 37 acres of stunning countryside only 8 miles south of Bath. And it’s simply an understatement to say that a sense of history is all around, both in the medieval farmhouse with its links to Hinton Priory and in the beautiful secluded pasture land farmed for centuries by monks. What a truly magical place to spend your big day! 

 

 

HB

Written by

Hollie Bond

Hollie is a lifestyle journalist with over ten years’ experience working in the wedding industry as Lifestyle Editor for You & Your Wedding magazine Also a Regional Editor for Muddy Stilettos, Hollie has written for Square Meal magazine, Family History Monthly, BBC History magazine and Homes & Antiques. In her spare time you can find Hollie in a dance studio practising ballet…

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