Best wedding venues across the UK
Every couple has a vision for their big day. The dress, the suit, the rings, the cake, and of course – the venue. Choosing the perfect wedding venue comes down to personal preference. Some prefer a more traditional indoor ceremony, while others prefer an eclectic outdoor affair.
If you need inspiration, you might want to try our wedding lookbook.
Whichever look you’re leaning towards, there are some things to consider when narrowing down your options. For example, does the venue have accommodation? Does it allow for the capacity you want? Is it handicap accessible? Does it come with entertainment and catering options? And most importantly – is it on budget?
Keep reading to discover our favourite 5 wedding venues from The QHotels Collection.
1. Slaley Hall Hotel
Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort, Northumberland
Imagine a beautiful historic hotel surrounded by manicured lawns and spectacular countryside views. Slaley Hall Hotel will make your wedding one to remember, with four stunning spaces ready to host your day, the largest fitting up to 100 guests.
A comfortable stay is guaranteed for everyone attending as the hotel has 141 bedrooms available, with intimate as well as more lavish options. You can add some excitement to your getting ready plans by booking interconnecting suites. Catering and self-catering options give you the freedom to serve up your dream wedding feast and four pre-set wedding packages take the hassle out of planning.
With luxury amenities like a heated swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room and two championship golf courses on-site, you may as well turn your wedding into a weekend getaway!
2. Oulton Hall Hotel
Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort, Yorkshire
Why not take your wedding venue up a notch and stay at a classy mansion estate with a relaxing spa and pristine golf course? Oulton Hall offers an unforgettable wedding day experience with a backdrop of the sprawling Yorkshire countryside. From the civil ceremony to the wedding breakfast to the evening reception, you can hold your entire celebration at the one venue and rest assured the friendly staff will go the extra mile to bring your vision to life.
Choose from three elegant reception suites (the largest seats 220 guests) and let Oulton’s dedicated wedding planner take any admin off your plate. And speaking of plate – you can choose from catering or self-catering options to suit your taste. In terms of accommodation, Oulton Hall has 152 bedrooms and suites so your guests don’t have to worry about where to stay for the night. It also has three wedding packages on offer to make the planning experience a breeze.
3. Dunston Hall Hotel
Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort, Norfolk
Magic and romance define the Dunston Hall wedding experience. The hotel is built in a charming Elizabethan style and offers space for large wedding groups of up to 250 in the Sunningdale Suite, which comes with its own bar, entrance lobby and balcony terrace overlooking the 18-hole golf course. If an outdoor wedding is more to your fancy, you can transform the Garden Marquee (also with capacity for 250 guests) into your dream ceremony space surrounded by beautiful foliage. If you want your wedding to be a more intimate affair, you can opt for the charming Easton Suite, which seats up to 80 guests.
Need a wedding planner to take care of the finer details? Dunston Hall has one on hand to make your wedding planning as seamless as possible. The hotel also offers three wedding packages for those looking for an all-inclusive bundle.
4. Forest Pines Hotel
Forest Pines Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort, Lincolnshire
Want your wedding to be effortlessly stylish? Forest Pines offers three spacious reception rooms (the largest fits up to 300), 188 comfortable bedrooms for your guests, and luxurious golf and spa amenities. And as its name suggests, the hotel is nestled in a gorgeous woodland – perfect for those wedding day photoshoots.
Enjoy a pre-wedding pamper session at the hotel spa and get ready to say “I do” in your lavish suite. Then when the celebrations begin, indulge in canapés on the outdoor terrace before spilling into one of the reception rooms to start the party. Fancy a wedding package to make the planning easier? Choose from the three on offer, and if you want a dedicated helping hand, you can request a wedding planner too.
5. Crewe Hall Hotel
Crewe Hall Hotel & Spa, Cheshire
Always dreamed of getting married in a church? Say your vows in the beautiful 17th-century chapel at the grand Crewe Hall – a wedding venue guaranteed to leave a lasting impression. The hotel is an elegant Jacobean mansion steeped in history and embellished with unique ornate features, making it a stunning backdrop for your wedding photos. Your overnight guests will love the grandeur of the hotel accommodation and will have the choice between classic bedrooms and Old Hall suites.
Want to calm the nerves before heading down the aisle? Enjoy the soothing hotel spa and health club before the celebrations kick off. You’ll have an option of six spectacular spaces to host your big day, with the largest room seating up to 300 guests. Crewe Hall also offers three all-inclusive wedding packages for an easier planning process and the services of a wedding coordinator to help create a day you’ll remember forever.
3 things to bear in mind when choosing a wedding venue
Try not to get attached to venues that are out of your price range. The right venue for you can be found well within your means.
How many guests are you planning to host? Your venue will need space to fit them all, so rule out any that are too small or unnecessarily large.
If your guests are travelling from far, it makes sense to find a venue that has comfortable rooms and suites available so they can spend the night.
Read more on how to find the perfect hotel wedding venue for you here.