Large Country Houses and Mansions for Weddings and Wedding Receptions in the UK

Looking for a grand country house, manor, mansion or historic hall to rent for your wedding day or reception? Find some of the UK’s best large country house wedding venues for hire with Country Cottages Online. Whether you're searching for a licensed country house wedding venue to hold your ceremony, or a grand manor, mansion or historic estate for your wedding reception, we list stunning properties available for exclusive-use rental. Ideal for self-catering weddings, weekend-long celebrations, and countryside receptions, our UK-wide collection of large wedding venues helps you plan the perfect big day in a beautiful rural setting.

Country House Wedding Reception Venues

Why Rent a Country House for Your Wedding or Wedding Reception?

Country houses, mansions and manors offer a unique blend of elegance, privacy, and flexibility. Whether you're planning a lavish affair or an intimate gathering, these beautiful homes provide the ideal setting to say 'I do' in style.
 

Benefits of choosing a country house venue

•    Exclusive-use hire for full privacy and personalisation,

•    Options for self-catering or full-service catering,

•    Onsite accommodation for guests (often sleeping 20–30+),

•    Stunning grounds for outdoor ceremonies or marquees,

•    Photo-ready interiors and gardens for timeless memories

 

Licensed Wedding Venues and Ceremony Options 

Some of our country homes are licensed for civil ceremonies, allowing you to hold both your wedding and reception in one beautiful location. Prefer a church ceremony? No problem, many venues are close to charming local churches or registry offices.

Houses with Wedding Licenses for Ceremonies

 

Country Houses Ideal for Long Weekend Post Nuptial Celebrations

Make your wedding more than just a day. With a large country house rental, you can host pre-wedding dinners, the big day itself, and relaxed post-wedding brunches, all under one roof. It's the perfect solution for destination-style weddings within the UK.

 

Country House Venue Types we feature

•    Grand manor houses with banquet halls,

•    Georgian or Victorian estates with landscaped gardens,

•    Rural halls with space for marquee hire,

•    Rustic countryside mansions with barn-style features

 

 

Spaces for Smaller Weddings

Planning a more intimate gathering? Many country houses accommodate smaller weddings too, with 20 to 30 guests comfortably hosted. Additional guests can stay in nearby cottages, hotels, or B&Bs, allowing you to enjoy the charm of a smaller event in a big, beautiful space.

 

Self-Catering or Catered?  You Decide…

From DIY celebrations to all-inclusive packages, many of our listed venues offer full flexibility. Choose your own caterers, decorate as you wish, and bring your wedding vision to life in a way that traditional hotels simply can't match.

 

Picture-Perfect Venues for Wonderful Wedding Photographs

These country estates are a photographer’s dream. Think sweeping staircases, garden backdrops, vintage architecture, and golden-hour countryside views. Looking for a recommended UK wedding photographer? Browse our curated list of professionals who specialise in estate weddings.

 

Honeymoon in the Countryside

Why not stay on after the wedding and enjoy your honeymoon in a romantic cottage for two? We list a range of honeymoon cottages perfect for newlyweds , from secluded lodges to luxury boltholes with hot tubs and views to remember.

 

Book Your Dream Large Country House Wedding Venue

Explore our full list of large wedding venues for hire and find the perfect country house for your big day. Whether you're dreaming of a classic manor wedding, a rustic rural reception, or a luxury celebration with exclusive-use, we’re here to help you find the ideal match.