The Most Stunning Stately Homes to Get Married at
We explore five of the countries most charming locations to tie the knot
Sudeley Castle - Cotswolds
A former royal residence, Sudeley Castle in Gloucestershire features stunning Elizabethan ruins where rambling roses decorate its ancient honey-coloured battlements. The castles medieval chapel is the only non-royal church in England to be the burial site of a queen - Catherine Parr. Its geometrically laid out stunning gardens, are the perfect site for a drinks reception, with views onto the parkland surrounding the castle. it’s stunning reflective pond make for the most incredible photos next to the charming ruins of an old tithe barn. Find out more about Sudeley from Lady Ashcombe who spoke to Emma Rutland in her Duchess episode. Listen here.
Holkham Hall - East Anglia
One of Britain’s greatest stately homes, Holkham in Norfolk welcomes wedding parties to enjoy its magnificent interiors and gardens. Holkham’s Marble Hall is considered one of the greatest feats of Georgian architecture, and makes for the most dramatic of settings for a wedding ceremony. With a great enfilade of rooms, lined with old master paintings and damask silks, the hall provides a brilliant backdrop to stunning wedding photos. With it’s own renowned hotel, and acres of grounds to explore, right on the east coast, Holkham has the perfect set-up for any wedding party.
Castle Howard - Northern England
Having hosted a host of society weddings in the past, including the nuptials of pop star Ellie Goulding, Castle Howard in Yorkshire is amongst the greatest locations in which to entertain your wedding guests. With a great romantic history, that has enchanted millions on screen through the screen adaptations of Brideshead Revisted, the gardens and interiors of Castle Howard are renowned for their exquisite beauty, and drama. It’s famous Sculpture Gallery or Great Hall both provide the most magical setting for amazing wedding photos.
Knowsley Hall - Northern England
Set in its own Capability Brown landscape, Knowsley Hall provides one of the most romantic wedding locations in Northern England. With a dramatic entrance as you drive up to the hall, stunning terraced gardens, and a breath-taking collection of grand interiors, Knowsley is the perfect location for any wedding. The gardens of the hall in particular provide a host of locations for the most romantic wedding photos, including lakes, follies & grottos. Learn more about Knowsley from Lady Derby, when she spoke to Emma Rutland on Duchess here.
Birdsall House - Northern England
Home to its own medieval ruins that make for the most romantic setting for any wedding ceremony, a grand entrance as you drive up the drive, and stunning gardens with views over lakes and meadows, Birdsall House has it all when it comes to finding the perfect wedding location. The hall’s interiors have recently been renovated to the highest standards, giving you the perfect setting to host your guests, or take beautiful photos. Learn more about Knowsley from Lady Cara Willoughby, when she spoke to Emma Rutland on Duchess here.