25 Stunning Stately Home Wedding Venues in the UK
Dreaming of a grand celebration? These UK stately home wedding venues offer timeless elegance, sweeping grounds and unforgettable backdrops
If you’ve always dreamed of a grand wedding filled with elegance, history and a spectacular backdrop, a stately home wedding venue might be just what you're looking for.
These majestic properties - whether in the West Midlands, Cheshire, Scotland, or Kent - offer character, charm, and incredible photo opportunities. From romantic libraries and sweeping staircases to manicured grounds and glittering ballrooms, stately homes make unforgettable wedding venues.
We’ve rounded up 25 of the most breath-taking stately home wedding venues in the UK, so you can find the perfect place to say ‘I do’.
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1. Eastington Park, Gloucestershire
Nestled in eight acres of glorious gardens, this Grade II listed Georgian manor offers exclusive use, elegant ballrooms, and a dreamy pergola for outdoor ceremonies.
With space for 130 guests and 33 on-site bedrooms, including a honeymoon suite, it’s perfect for a relaxed countryside celebration near the Cotswolds.
- Hitched couples say: “I can’t put into words how grateful I am to Eastington for giving us our dream wedding.”
- Capacity: 20 - 250 guests
- Pricing: £POA
- Deals: Special offers available for select winter dates
2. Bryn Tanat Hall, Powys
Bryn Tanat Hall, on the Shropshire and Mid Wales border, offers exclusive-use two-day wedding packages in a stunning riverside setting - ideal for those after a wedding weekend.
You can enjoy accommodation for up to 44 guests across the main house and eco-lodges, plus wellness facilities and garden ceremony spaces, making it an idyllic spot for a relaxed and intimate celebration.
- Capacity: 28 - 44 guests
- Pricing: from £340
3. Thicket Priory, North Yorkshire
Tucked away just 20 minutes from York, Thicket Priory is a dreamy country house set within 18 acres of private gardens and a surrounding nature reserve.
There’s a grand banqueting room for up to 160 guests, a private chapel, stylish bedrooms, and a warm, welcoming team. This venue is made for unforgettable wedding weekends.
- Hitched couples say: “My goodness where to begin! Our journey with Thicket Priory was a genuine fairytale.”
- Capacity: 70 - 160 guests
- Pricing: from £12,000
4. Stockton House, Shropshire
History meets modern elegance at this beautifully restored 18th-century rectory on the Apley Estate.
Discover panoramic countryside views, a secret walled garden dining room for 100 guests, and seven luxurious bedrooms. Stockton House is designed for intimate, design-led celebrations - expect Georgian charm, contemporary style, and thoughtful, hands-on service throughout.
- Hitched couples say: “In only my wildest dreams did I ever think I could get married in a place as gorgeous as Stockton.”
- Capacity: 40 - 100 guests
- Pricing: from £5,000
- Deals: Late availability offers are available via the link below
5. Hackness Grange, North Yorkshire
Tucked within the North York Moors National Park, Hackness Grange is a Georgian manor offering exclusive use and flexible spaces for up to 170 guests.
Whether you’re dreaming of an outdoor ceremony or a quirky, informal celebration, this relaxed and welcoming venue offers tailored packages, beautiful scenery, and a honeymoon suite to finish the day in style.
- Hitched couples say: “It sounds cliche but we simply had the most perfect day."
- Capacity: 10 - 170 guests
- Pricing: from £3,950
- Deals: Late availability deals are available via the link below
6. Glewstone Court, Herefordshire
A hidden gem near Ross-on-Wye, Glewstone Court is a family-run Georgian manor overlooking the Brecon Beacons.
They offer exclusive hire, award-winning service, and a relaxed, soulful atmosphere, blending charm, intimacy and effortless elegance. Expect thoughtful touches, a courtyard cocktail bar, and a team that makes everything feel personal.
- Hitched couples say: “Glewstone Court has been incredible from the moment we viewed it to the end. As soon as we walked through the doors we knew it was where we wanted to hold our wedding.”
- Capacity: 30 - 130 guests
- Pricing: menus from £58
- Deals: Four deals currently available for Hitched couples
7. The Studio at Cranford Hall, Northamptonshire
Tucked within the grounds of a private Georgian mansion, this intimate venue combines rustic charm with elegant heritage.
With exclusive weekend hire, a fairy-lit studio for dining, a cosy bar, and access to picturesque gardens and a quaint on-site church, it’s a hidden gem for relaxed, personalised celebrations.
- Hitched couples say: “Their service was outstanding and attention to detail from start to finish was thoughtful and considerate."
- Capacity: 30 - 150 guests
- Pricing: from £3,950
- Deals: Two deals are currently available for Hitched couples
8. Wootton Hall Country Estate, Lincolnshire
A true hidden gem, Wootton Hall is a Georgian country house set within 27 acres of rolling parkland, gardens, and even its own golf course.
Couples can take advantage of three-day exclusive hire, refined interiors by Amanda Meade, and a focus on exceptional food and service. This secluded estate offers everything under one roof - including luxurious on-site cottages and a serene honeymoon suite.
- Capacity: 20 - 160 guests
- Pricing: from £20,000
9. Arley Hall & Gardens, Cheshire
Set in eight acres of award-winning gardens, Arley Hall is a striking stately home wedding venue filled with historic charm and flexible spaces - from the elegant Library and Drawing Room to the oak-beamed Cruck Barn and stunning outdoor ceremony spots.
- Hitched couples say: “Arley Hall is a gorgeous venue, and the team involved made our day run like clockwork. Nothing was too much trouble!”
- Capacity: 10 - 110 guests
- Pricing: from £6,000
10. Berwick House & Gardens, Shropshire
Why follow tradition when you can write your own? Once the backdrop for grand 18th-century balls and candlelit dinners, Berwick House has been lovingly restored by its sixth generation of owners and is now yours to bring to life once again.
Just outside Shrewsbury and surrounded by 3,000 acres of estate parkland, this historic home offers a romantic blend of faded grandeur and modern celebration.
- Hitched couples say: “Berwick House, just a short drive from Shrewsbury, is nothing short of spectacular.”
- Capacity: up to 499 guests
- Pricing: from £12,500
11. Hintlesham Hall Hotel, Suffolk
Surrounded by 175 acres of rolling countryside, this historic manor offers elegant ceremony rooms, exquisite dining, and tailored wedding packages.
Say “I do” beneath a sparkling chandelier or outdoors in the romantic bandstand setting.
- Hitched couples say: “HH is a wedding destination rather than a venue, Tracy, Zoe and all the team go above and beyond to ensure that your wedding is the experience you hoped for.”
- Capacity: 2 - 150 guests
- Pricing: menus from £99
- Deals: Five deals currently available for Hitched couples
12. Melmerby Hall, Cumbria
Tucked within 25 acres of private woodland, Melmerby Hall offers an elegant and exclusive setting for stylish countryside weddings.
With luxurious accommodation, three licensed stately homes, and space for up to 100 guests, this five-star venue blends charm, tradition, and tranquillity.
- Capacity: 18 - 100 guests
- Pricing: menus from £48
13. Dorfold, Cheshire
Blending Jacobean elegance with a modern edge, Dorfold’s purpose-built barn offers a light-filled space for up to 160 guests, in a stately home setting.
Set within stunning parkland, this award-winning venue from Cripps & Co delivers laid-back luxury, fire-cooked feasts, and a truly bespoke wedding experience.
- Capacity: 40 - 160 guests
- Pricing: menus from £117.50
14. Hawkstone Hall, Shropshire
A grand 18th-century estate set within 88 acres of landscaped gardens, Hawkstone Hall blends heritage charm with contemporary luxury.
With six stunning event spaces, secret gardens, and indulgent pre-wedding suites, it’s a show-stopping setting for up to 170 guests.
- Hitched couples say: “Hawkstone Hall is the wedding venue of dreams. From the very beginning right through the planning process to the big day itself, the entire team was simply outstanding.”
- Capacity: 60 - 170 guests
- Pricing: menus from £95
15. Kelmarsh Hall, Northamptonshire
Set among rolling countryside and Grade II listed gardens, Kelmarsh Hall is a secluded 18th-century estate brimming with elegance and charm.
Licensed for civil ceremonies and offering flexible packages for up to 150 guests, it’s an exclusive-use venue with pastel-painted rooms, on-site florals, and a dreamy countryside backdrop.
- Hitched couples say: “From the first moment we all saw Kelmarsh we knew it was going to be absolutely perfect and it was even better!”
- Capacity: 20 - 150 guests
- Pricing: from £4,000
16. Madingley Hall, Cambridge
Just outside Cambridge, Madingley Hall offers historic grandeur and beautifully landscaped gardens for an elegant countryside wedding.
You’ll find period rooms including a grand Tudor Hall for up to 100 guests, on-site accommodation, and award-winning catering - making it a timeless and romantic setting.
- Hitched couples say: “We held our wedding reception at Madingley Hall and it was truly the best experience!”
- Capacity: 50 - 110 guests
- Pricing: menus from £160
17. Highfield Hall, Flintshire
Set in the stunning North Wales countryside, Highfield Hall is an exclusive-use venue offering indoor and outdoor ceremonies, tailored packages, and space for up to 180 evening guests.
There’s a Honeymoon Suite, DJ included, and warm, flexible service/ This stately home venue is ideal for everything from intimate to grand celebrations.
- Hitched couples say: “Absolutely brilliant venue, the staff are amazing and so accommodating. Food is excellent.”
- Capacity: 20 - 180 guests
- Pricing: from £3,750
- Deals: Two deals currently available for Hitched couples
18. Henge Estate, Wiltshire
Just six minutes from Stonehenge, Henge Estate is a restored Georgian manor set on 25 acres of tranquil countryside.
Perfect for micro weddings or marquee celebrations of up to 200 guests, the venue offers elegant accommodation for 24, no corkage fees, and a rich sense of history.
- Hitched couples say: “We had the best weekend of our lives at Henge. We hosted our wedding party and it couldn’t have been more magical.”
- Capacity: 8 - 200 guests
- Pricing: from £1,440
- Deals: 3% discount available to Hitched couples
19. West Heath, Kent
This Grade II listed manor house, a place Princess Diana once said was the setting for ‘the happiest days’ in her life, offers timeless elegance with chandeliers, oak panelling and 32 acres of countryside charm.
Profits support vulnerable students at West Heath School, making your wedding day truly meaningful.
- Hitched couples say: “West Heath is an amazing venue - it is beautiful, big and with a rich history behind it.”
- Capacity: 60 - 160 guests
- Pricing: from £9,985
20. Soughton Hall, Flintshire
With interiors by the architect of the Houses of Parliament and Highclere Castle, this grand 18th-century hall on the Cheshire-North Wales border offers exclusive-use weddings for up to 220 guests.
Expect elegant gardens, historic charm, and a bespoke experience with no set packages - just your dream day, your way.
- Hitched couples say: “They delivered on every point and we can’t thank them or recommend them highly enough.”
- Capacity:40 - 250 guests
- Pricing: from £11,500
- Deals: Three deals currently available to Hitched couples
21. Scorrier House, Cornwall
Tucked away in 400 acres of Cornish countryside, Scorrier House blends historic grandeur with flexible charm - think walled gardens, sweeping staircases, and even festival-style weddings in the Whispering Woods.
With room for up to 120 guests and on-site accommodation for 22, this family-run venue offers exclusive use and bespoke planning support.
- Hitched couples say: “The staff at Scorrier House are incredibly friendly and were so helpful during the organising process for the wedding.”
- Capacity: 10 - 160 guests
- Pricing: from £5,000
22. Thornton Manor, Cheshire
Set within 120 acres of parkland, Thornton Manor is a romantic country house venue steeped in history and elegance.
With Georgian-inspired interiors, two stunning ceremony spaces, and 14 cosy cottages for guests, it’s perfect for a stylish countryside celebration - just a short drive from the city.
- Hitched couples say: "From our initial viewing of the venue we knew this was the one for us. The venue speaks for itself and is just absolutely stunning."
- Capacity: 40 - 200 guests
- Pricing: from £3,500
- Deals: Two deals available to Hitched couples
23. Boconnoc, Cornwall
Tucked away in the Cornish countryside, Boconnoc is a grand private estate offering total exclusivity, luxurious accommodation for up to 54 guests, and a choice of stunning ceremony settings - from a Georgian house to a romantic sunken Bath House.
With no restrictions and bespoke planning, it’s ideal for multi-day celebrations that feel completely your own.
- Hitched couples say: "Wow! We loved Boconnoc the moment we visited it and had very high expectations for the weekend, but these were completely surpassed."
- Capacity: 40 - 240 guests
- Pricing: from £5,900
24. Highfield Park, Hampshire
Set within 35 acres of peaceful parkland on the Hampshire/Berkshire border, Highfield Park is a 17th-century country house with elegant ceremony spaces both indoors and out.
With stylish reception suites, 85 bedrooms and expert on-the-day coordination, it’s ideal for a seamless countryside celebration.
- Hitched couples say: "Highfield Park couldn't have been any more perfect for hosting our special day!"
- Capacity: 2 - 150 guests
- Pricing: menus from £80
- Deals: Hitched couples can discover five deals via the link below.
25. Bawtry Hall, South Yorkshire
Bawtry Hall is a grand Georgian mansion on the South Yorkshire border, offering an elegant and exclusive setting for your wedding.
Surrounded by manicured gardens, this Grade II listed venue blends timeless charm with luxurious spaces for ceremonies, receptions, and unforgettable celebrations.
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- Capacity: 20 - 120 guests
- Pricing: from £1,999
- Deals: Four deals available to Hitched couples
FAQs & Expert Advice About Stately Home Wedding Venues
Want to know more about finding the perfect stately home venue? Here are some commonly asked questions.
What is a stately home wedding venue?
A stately home is a historic mansion or country estate, often with centuries of aristocratic history behind it. Think Downton Abbey energy, but with modern amenities and award-winning wedding teams.
Couples are increasingly drawn to stately home venues for their:
- Impressive architecture
- Exclusive use offerings
- Indoor/outdoor ceremony options
- On-site accommodation
- Rich heritage and storytelling
Whether you're planning a show-stopping celebration or an intimate gathering, these venues offer the perfect mix of grandeur and romance.
Top Tips for Booking a Stately Home Wedding Venue
Ready to book a stately home wedding venue? Here are our expert tips:
- Visit in person: Get a feel for the layout and flow of your day.
- Ask about exclusivity: Many stately homes offer exclusive-use packages.
- Consider accommodation: On-site rooms are ideal for guests travelling far.
- Ask about suppliers: Can you bring in the vendors of your choice?
- Check accessibility: Older buildings may have limitations - always ask.
How much do stately home wedding venues cost?
Prices vary, but expect to pay £6,000 - £20,000 depending on location, capacity and package.
Can I legally marry at a stately home?
Yes - many are licensed for civil ceremonies. Some even have private chapels for religious services.
Are stately homes available for winter weddings?
Absolutely - roaring fires, candlelit dinners and rich interiors make stately homes perfect for autumn and winter weddings.
Where can I find stately home wedding venues near me?
Use Hitched’s wedding venue search and filter by “stately home” to find venues in your area.
Love the vibe of a stately home wedding? Check out our article on the best Bridgerton wedding ideas for more inspiration.
