You’ve found the perfect partner… but where’s the perfect place? Choosing a wedding venue for your special day can be tricky and confusing, and not to mention a lot of pressure – but here at Visit Herts, we want to make the process as smooth as can be for you newly engaged couples. We know that Herts has long been the go-to spot for luxury and that lends itself perfectly to your fairy-tale wedding location - from incredible stately homes to plush hotels and spectacular restored barns. We’re narrowing down some of our favourite spots for your marriage or civil ceremony – you can just call us The Wedding Planner…
Knebworth House and Gardens
You don’t get more ‘fairytale wedding’ than getting married on the set of The Crown! Look to the stunning Jacobean mansion of Knebworth House for your wedding in 250 acres of beautiful parkland (complete with free roaming deer!). With customisable packages including elegant wedding breakfasts to vintage, quirky offerings in their barn and gardens, their expert staff will work with you to create your dream wedding.
Hatfield House
Hatfield House is home of the romantic dramas – think Shakespeare in Love, The Crown and Netflix’s Bridgerton – so it’s no surprise that they’re the perfect place for your impending nuptials. The Old Palace at Hatfield offers an exquisite historic backdrop to your wedding where you can say ‘I do’ under the spectacular historic beams and dance the night away in the grand room, made cosy and intimate with twinkling fairylights above.
Aubrey Park Hotel
Aubrey Park Hotel know the perfect formula for a wedding:
Something old - their heritage farmhouse and barn ideal for a true countryside wedding
Something new – their state of the art Oak Suite complete with terrace and reception room are available for a modern wedding
Something borrowed – they only work with trusted local suppliers from DJs to florists to photographers to make sure you have trusted suppliers ready for the big day
Something blue – Getting married in the spring? Their six-acre meadow of bluebells will provide the dreamy vibrant background to your family photos!
The Grove
From a summer wedding in the middle of their circular pristine sunken gardens for an intimate ceremony or lavish space complete with pianos, suites with floor-to-ceiling French windows and private terrace, there’s a way to have your dream wedding at the The Grove hotel. Their spaces are a blank canvas that can be completed designed to fit your expectations, and their dedicated wedding planners will work with you to create your perfect day - and this 5* hotel can ensure a luxury stay for you and your guests when your night comes to an end too.
Down Hall Hotel
You know that beautiful country house that sets the backdrop of The Great British Bake Off? Yep, that’s Down Hall Hotel and Spa on the Hertfordshire/Essex border - and alongside hosting one of our favourite shows, they also received the Best Wedding Venue at the Essex Wedding Awards! They can host your intimate ceremony for 32 in their historic Prior Suite or your lavish day for up to 180 guests in the Stylish Bridgeman Suite. You know the grounds are picture-perfect from GBBO, so you can ensure the dreamy backdrop for the photos you’ll cherish forever.
Henry Moore Studios & Gardens
Are you two culture-vultures? You can’t get a more perfect location than that of Henry Moore Studios and Gardens for the art lovers. Their 16th century traditionally timbered barn is adorned with Moore’s tapestries, and set amongst the beautiful sculpture gardens for stunning photos. For more intimate ceremonies, two newly developed contemporary spaces boast panoramic views over the gardens and are ideal for a summer evening reception at this unique wedding venue.
Hanbury Manor Marriott Hotel
With 13 event rooms and 980sq m total event space for up to 180 guests ranging from intimate, charming settings like the Garden Court to magnificent chapel-esque grand rooms that match the exteriors of this grand Jacobean hotel, there's a stunning venue for your special day at Hanbury Manor Marriott Hotel. Choose from one of three packages depending on your needs, and the Hanbury Manor team can sort out as much (or as little!) as you need for your big day.
St Albans Museum and Gallery
The magnificent Georgian landmark in the centre of St Albans could be the one for your wedding. The interior boasts brilliant chandeliers, a beautiful staircase and grand balcony overlooking the historic city centre for those picture-perfect photos. The timeless interior is the epitome of understated elegance and brings a real sense of occasion to your special day.
Pendley Manor Hotel
Grand and traditional Pendley Manor Hotel is able to offer you exclusive access to the historic Grade II listed building ensuring privacy and freedom for your guests amongst the stunning grounds, including a beautiful rose garden and roaming peacocks. Multiple rooms for use means that the venue won’t ever feel cavernous or too crammed no matter how many guests are attending for your big day.
Sopwell House
Sopwell House is a favourite of the celebs for a luxury retreats close to London, so it’s no wonder they can throw you an incredibly glamourous and lavish wedding. Host up to 500 guests with help from your professional, experienced wedding co-ordinators who work closely with you to ensure your dream wedding becomes the reality. They specialise in white weddings, and also Asian/Indian weddings and celebrations. Finally, their award-winning spa is the perfect place to relax after the festivities and extend your wedding celebrations slightly longer...