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Weekend Wedding Venues


Alison Hargreaves
Alison Hargreaves Updated:
8th of March 2023

We're seeing a huge rise in couples deciding to spread their wedding weekend celebrations across more than just one day, and who can blame them? Your wedding day is perhaps your only opportunity to get everyone you love together and celebrate, well, you! - and that is where wedding weekend venues come in. Wedding weekend venues give you the opportunity to stretch out your wedding celebrations, giving you more time with your loved ones (and more time to party). Here are some wedding weekend ideas!

The Copse Wedding Weekend Venue | Guides for Brides

The Copse, Oxfordshire

Couples often complain that they didn't actually spend any time with some of their guests on their wedding day, or that they were stressed about getting round everyone to say hello and thank them for coming. Wedding weekend venues mean that those worries are a thing of the past, having the whole weekend to spend with your guests means that you can just sit back and relax on the big day - you can chat to great aunt Edna tomorrow...

There really is no better reason to get everyone together for the weekend than a wedding, so we've come up with some of our favourite weekend wedding venues to get you inspired.

The Copse Wedding Weekend Venue | Guides for Brides

The Copse, Oxfordshire

1. The Copse

This beautiful venue is close enough to London to make it easy for all your guests to get to, and boasts stunning countryside and gardens - perfect for an outdoor summer wedding in Oxfordshire. The Copse is your home away from home, boasting nine gorgeous double bedrooms and everything you would expect from a once much-loved family home. The outdoor canopy area seats up to 120; however, it's also the perfect venue for a more intimate, family wedding, where everyone can stay over and spend the weekend together.

Weekend Wedding Venues | Hodsock Priory |

Hodsock Priory, Nottinghamshire

2. Hodsock Priory

This stunning 19th century country house estate offers exclusivity in secluded splendour. Situated in the village of Blyth, this weekend wedding venue is set in 800 acres of landscaped gardens and boasts breathtaking views. Hodsock Priory weddings combine English country house style with romance and fun. If you're thinking of a wedding weekend, at Hodsock Priory you can enjoy exclusive use of the lovingly restored family home - a timeless escape with luxury accommodation for you and your guests. 
 
Down Hall, Essex
 
3. Down Hall

Dating back to 1540, Down Hall has a wonderful array of rooms and suites to host the most intimate of ceremonies, luxury wedding breakfasts and stunning receptions, many boasting panoramic views over our beautiful gardens. Their 'Warm welcome... Linger Longer' packages were designed with wedding weekends in mind: Stay the night before the wedding with close friends and family, enjoying an afternoon in the spa and an intimate dinner. With over 100 bedrooms, there's no shortage of space for your guests to stay.

Weekend Wedding Venues | Shooters Hill Hall

Shooters Hill Hall, Shropshire

4. Shooters Hill Hall

Shooters Hill Hall offers exclusive use of the venue for the whole weekend, giving you more time to relax with your friends and family. This Regency mansion boasts stunning grounds and beautiful guest accommodation. Shooters Hill Hall is licensed for civil ceremonies and wedding receptions, and the gorgeous Oak Tree Pavilion and Garden Room Marquee are perfect for your reception. Spend an entire weekend celebrating at this beautiful venue. 

5. Eltham Lodge

Perfect for those East End boys and East End girls, Eltham Lodge oozes history and true East London style.  A Grade I listed building and nestled in Greenwich, South-East London, it's a beautiful wedding venue boasting 110 acres of parkland, professional service and scrumptious high quality food and drink. Perfect for small and large weddings, it's a timeless escape for your romantic celebrations.

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Alison Hargreaves

About the author


Alison Hargreaves

Alison is a well-known and respected wedding expert with over 25 years experience of the wedding industry. As the founder of Guides for Brides and various other online brands, Alison frequently appears on expert panels, judging panels and podcasts. Known as a trusted voice in the wedding industry, she is here to give you an expert opinion on top London venues.

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