Redhouse Barn is uniquely beautiful, providing a mix of contemporary style with traditional values set in 5 acres of beautiful Worcestershire countryside. Wedding reception venue licenced for weddings in our beautifully restored barn. More info
Bredenbury Court Barns are a collection of beautiful buildings undergoing careful restoration; including a charming 1920s Orangery for your wedding ceremony & glass-walled Oak Barn with stunning views for your feast & party. Onsite accommodation too! More info
An exclusive, country house and beautiful wedding barn. The 16th century grade 11* listed Tudor hall has been sympathetically restored whilst retaining all of its charm with original timber beams, wonderful open fireplaces and luxurious decor. More info
The idyllic barn wedding venue, Curradine Barns is set within the gorgeous Worcestershire countryside. It offers atmospheric and beautiful Barns, an awe-inspiring courtyard and gardens and a cosy lounge and bar area. More info
Barn Wedding Venue with Onsite Accommodation. 3 stunning interconnected wedding barns with unrivaled waterfront setting. Licensed for barn weddings for up to 170 guests. Outdoor Weddings overlooking the Mill Pond available at this no corkage venue. More info
Wedding Dates Available from September 2019 More info
Perfect Wedding Venue in Worcestershire. The exclusive use of the Georgian Palladian Mansion together with our experienced staff and bespoke wedding service ensures that civil ceremonies and wedding receptions will make your day one to remember. More info
A stunning Manor House, built in 1921, steeped in local history and set within 10 acres of manicured gardens & woodland with far reaching views of the Vale of Evesham. The perfect romantic backdrop for your special day. More info
A warm welcome awaits at our stunning 19th century manor house, with beautiful paneled Oak Room in the traditional English village location. Set in 19 acres of magnificent Cotswold landscape, with 37 bedrooms and easy access to the M5 motorway More info
The Abbey is a four star venue located at the foot of the picturesque Malvern Hills, offering stunning views over the Vale of Evesham and photogenic landscaped gardens. More info
Looking for something a little different? Then why not take a look a the three options available here at West Midland Safari Park. From the Manor House, to our unique Cellar - your guests will be WOWED by the choice of venue. More info
Wedding Venue in Redditch, Worcestershire. Perfect civil ceremony venue in Worcetsershire. Beautiful setting for your wedding day. The 4 star Abbey Hotel, Golf & Spa in Redditch, is a stunning venue for weddings in Birmingham. More info
Bordesley Park Farm, offers exclusive use of this beautiful private family estate set in breathtaking countryside. The perfect venue with a luxury marquee for 200, converted ceremony barn for up to 125, and spacious grounds full of unique features. More info
Cotswold House Hotel and Spa is set in the heart of Chipping Campden one of the prettiest towns in England, and blends contemporary style with traditional Regency architecture, all set in two acres of gardens. More info
Country house exclusive use wedding venue in Worcestershire. Licensed for Civil Ceremonies. Book Exclusively & the entire Queen Anne Mansion is yours for your special day. Luxurious Spa and Therapists on site for you to enjoy! 23 bedrooms. More info
Wedding Venue in Bewdley, Licensed for Civil Ceremonies and Outdoor Ceremonies and Stunning Gardens for your Wedding Photography, Large capacity suitable for Asian Weddings. More info
Manor Hill House is a contemporary, exclusive use venue set in landscaped gardens surrounded by beautiful Worcestershire countryside. More info
Birtsmorton Court is a truly unique venue, surrounded by its own moat and acres of glorious gardens. Offered on an exclusive-use basis, this medieval manor house which is found nestled at the foot of the rolling Malvern Hills, is a romantic idyll. More info
The Holiday Inn Birmingham - Bromsgrove holds a civil wedding license, so you can hold your civil wedding ceremony in the same venue as the reception. More info
Bring your wellies! Oldcastle is set in 50 acres of beautiful grounds set within panoramic backdrop views of The Malvern Hills. More info
The 400 year old barn buildings with rustic beams make a quirky and unusual setting for those looking for " A Wedding with a Difference" Marquee options also available as well as fully bespoke wedding day. Licenced wedding venue in Worcestershire. More info
Set within the heart of Wyre Forest and the home to the Worcestershire Registration Team, Kidderminster Town Hall offers couples the choice of 5 unique ceremony rooms and 2 large reception rooms . More info
A Luxury Hotel Wedding Venue in Droitwich Spa. Steeped in history, a romantic French Chateau. Our hotel which is licensed for ceremonies. Our manicured gardens make for amazing wedding photography. More info
The Wood Norton is a wedding venue in Worcestershire, with a licence for Civil Ceremonies. With Guest Accomodation available, you can get married and have your guest stay with you to celebrate in Style! More info
What does it mean to be a licensed venue for civil ceremonies?
Having a civil ceremony is the perfect option for those of you who want a legal ceremony but without having to get married in a church or with a religious connection, and you’re getting married in England or Wales, then a civil ceremony is the best match for you. You can either get married in a register office, or you can have a civil ceremony at an approved wedding venue. To be an approved civil ceremony venue, wedding venues need to apply for a civil ceremony license.
Most wedding venues in Worcestershire will have a civil ceremony license, however some don't, so you will want to ensure that your chosen venue does before booking them. The alternative is marrying in a humanist or spiritual ceremony, which will allow you to marry in any venue (or in an unlicensed part of an otherwise licensed venue, such as a garden or private beach), but will need to be followed by a legal civil ceremony in a register office at another date.
Civil ceremony licensed wedding venues can range from a classic country house or barn to more unique venues including caves and safari parks. If they’re on our civil ceremony venue list, then you can legally marry there. However, don’t assume that more traditional venues always have a civil ceremony license. It costs wedding venues money to apply for a license, so some just host humanist or spiritual ceremonies, or simply host wedding receptions rather than ceremonies.
If a wedding venue in Worcestershire wants a civil ceremony license, it must be assessed before hand. This is done by the council, who determine whether it's suitable. This includes whether or not they’re in a safe and reasonable state for members of the public, and if they meet fire safety regulations. If you're wanting to have your wedding in a private home or in gardens, you will be unable to do this. The venue needs to be open to the public regularly. If you’re hoping to marry on private land, in a back garden or a large home that isn’t available to the public, you’ll need to hold your legal ceremony in a register office instead.
If you want to tie the knot in an outdoor wedding ceremony, then your wedding venue will need a separate civil ceremony license for this. If you're wanting to marry outside, it will need to be under a permanent structure, unlike a floral arch or an open beach setting. Don’t presume that any permanent fixture in a wedding venue’s garden will be automatically covered by a civil ceremony license. Venues need to purchase licenses for separate structures. If you want to know if you can get married in a garden, search our ‘Outdoor wedding ceremony’ filter or simply enquire with your chosen wedding venue in Worcestershire.
The law does not consider marquees to be permanent structures, even ones that are up all year round. Due to this law, you can't legally have a civil ceremony in a marquee, even if it's permanent. One way to get around this is to have your ceremony over the threshold of a doorway. This way, your guests can be seated in the marquee while you are technically indoors.
A civil wedding ceremony has certain legal requirements. You must have two witnesses over the age of 18, and you will need to exchange contractual words of marriage. One advantage of a civil ceremony is there's the option to say what you wish as part of your wedding vows. There are some things that need to be legally stated for it to be legally binding but you can work around this. Find an abundance of venues licensed for civil ceremonies in Worcestershire on Guides for Brides.
By law a civil ceremony cannot include any religious element, including readings or music. You also cannot hold a civil ceremony in a religious building in Worcestershire. If you would like to include religion in some way, you can have a religious blessing after your civil ceremony.
The above requirements only apply to weddings in England and Wales. In Scotland, humanist ceremonies are legally binding, so brides in Scotland have more flexibility when choosing their wedding venues. Unlike civil ceremonies, humanist weddings do not require specific wording, or for the ceremony to be under a permanent structure. When you've chosen your wedding venue in Scotland, speak to the staff to work out what ceremony will work best for you. You can even include religious readings in your humanist ceremony!
