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Winter Weddings with Exclusive Hotels and Venues

Winter Weddings with Exclusive Hotels and Venues


Alison Hargreaves
Alison Hargreaves Updated:
8th of March 2023

Ditch the pastels and go for rich reds, candles and cosy fireplaces...

We love a winter wedding; the aroma of mulled wine, the warmth from the open roaring fires, the rich red rose centrepieces and candlelit ceremonies! We’ve been chatting to the team at Exclusive Hotels & Venues who have the most exquisite settings for your winter wedding.

Winter Weddings with Exclusive Hotels and Venues

Pennyhill Park, an Exclusive Hotel and Spa

Stay out of the cold and unwind before your big day by indulging in the luxurious spa at Pennyhill Park. How better to prepare for your winter nuptials than enjoying an array of treatments, including the thermal heaven heat experience. Located in Surrey, Pennyhill Park is a luxury hotel and spa which is able to host weddings with up to 240 guests. On the day, make the most of this 19th century ivy clad manor by making your entrance down one of the grand staircases or through the magnificent stone archways.

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The Manor House, an Exclusive Hotel and Golf Club

Nestled in the idyllic Cotswolds, The Manor House boasts exposed beams, roaring fires, wrought iron chandeliers and views over the picturesque valley of Castle Combe. This 14th century country retreat is simply stunning for weddings, no matter the season. Decide between the Shakespeare Suite or Drawing Room if you would prefer a more intimate day, or for larger weddings of up to 120 guests spend your special day in The Bybrook Restaurant and Dunstanville Suite.

The Manor House at Christmas

Lainston House, an Exclusive Hotel

Fancy a featured ring bearer whilst you say I Do? Lainston House in Hampshire have Ronnie the Ural Owl fly down the aisle, followed by a fine dining feast prepared by Lainston’s award-winning kitchen team. Along with an abundance of function rooms, the South Lawn is ideal for marquees to host lavish extravaganzas which can accommodate up to 350 guests.

Lainston House Hotel at Christmas

Royal Berkshire, an Exclusive Venue

Celebrate your wedding at The Royal Berkshire, a 16th century venue which was once the Churchill’s family home. With over 15 acres of grounds and beautiful function rooms, this venue is picture perfect for both indoor and outdoor wedding shots.

royal berkshire black and white bride and groom

South Lodge, an Exclusive Hotel

South Lodge, with panoramic views over 93 acres of parkland, is the ultimate winter wonderland. South Lodge has six function suites and is able to accommodate weddings of up to 150 guests. This stunning property offers roaring log fires for guests to enjoy, along with the option of a candlelit ceremony.

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Wilton's, an Exquisite Venue

The world's oldest surviving grand music hall, Wilton's is a true London icon from the Victorian era. Located in East London, it's a Grade II* listed building with opera, caberet, dance, classical music, puppetry and magic. It looks especially magical over the festive period. 

Fanhams Hall, an Exclusive Venue

Fanhams Hall is set amongst 27 acres of breathtaking grounds and hosts and endless amount of photo opportunities inside the Grade II listed Jacobean Manor. With hand carved oak panelling, ornate ceilings, grand fireplaces and stain glass masterpieces, why worry about the weather outside being frightful? With 77 bedrooms, in addition to contemporary ceremony and function spaces, where could be better to say I Do!

Fanhams at Christmas

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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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